Parental Involvement

Parental involvement is essential to the success of G.I.F.T. and is a required commitment for all co-op members. Without the shared efforts of parents, guardians, students, and teachers, G.I.F.T. would not be possible.

Parents and guardians are expected to follow the G.I.F.T. Code of Conduct and all policies while helping create a safe, supportive, and thriving co-op community.

To help ensure a safe and supportive environment for all, a parent or guardian must remain on-site while their child(ren) are in the building or on the grounds. Families are welcome to come and go throughout the day as needed.

• Parents and guardians should stay aware of their child(ren)’s whereabouts at all times.
• Children who are not in class should remain with their parent or guardian.
• Children ages 6 and under must be picked up directly from their classroom by a parent or guardian.
• If you are teaching or volunteering and unable to supervise, please designate another trusted adult to be responsible and complete a Temporary Guardian form.
• A nursery is available for little ones ages 2 and under. Please note that a parent must remain in the nursery with their child.

To keep G.I.F.T. running smoothly and create a thriving co-op experience for all, each family is asked to serve in at least two volunteer roles, either during weekly co-op hours, through a parent-led committee, or a combination of both.

• Teaching one class counts as one volunteer hour; teaching two classes fulfills the two-hour requirement.
• You can sign up for volunteer roles through the Volunteer Matrix located under the Class Schedule.
• Please view the Volunteer Roles page for additional information.