VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - JANUARY '26

Monster Walk Co-Chairs:

To oversee and communicate with all the pre-event volunteers, as well as designate tasks to the day-of volunteers and Mr Panzer. There is a list of duties to follow before and during the event, such as ordering chalk and cups, making sure all marketing is sent out, volunteer sign-up sheet is updated, etc. The chairs will also decide if there are incentives to create, such as t-shirts or a popsicle party for the class that raises the most, etc. 

Grants Committee Members:

The Grant Committee coordinates and oversees the timely identification, preparation, and submission of grant applications, ensuring all criteria are met and maintaining consistent communication with funders in close collaboration with Sam and Maria, the Grant Leads.

Family Dinner Night Co-Chair:  

Family dinner nights are a great way to make a little money for Gardner programs while also bringing the community together. As the FDN Co-Chair, you find restaurants and catering companies to partner with us and give back to our school.  We will connect you with Gaby, our current FDN chair, for more info. 

Can you help us?? Please? Please email friendsofgardner@gmail.com with VOLUNTEER in the subject line. Thank you!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - SEPTEMBER '25

Morning Drop-Off- Can you help kids out of their cars and keep things safe during Morning Drop-Off?  7:45am-8:20am

Russian Speakers- Are you looking to connect with the Russian community here @ Gardner?  We're looking for YOU! 

Room Parents for Sandoyan- Do you have a child in Sandoyan's class and can help keep everyone in the loop of what's going on?

Room Parents for Saliani- Do you have a child in Saliani's class and can help keep everyone in the loop of what's going on?

Art Studio- Ms. Rebecca needs some support in the mornings after drop-off and before afternoon pickup, from 8:20-8:50am and 2:15-2:43pm (not during classes). *Parents will need to be district-approved and have a negative TB test on file.* 

5th Grade- Recycling & Fundraising- Our graduating class needs you!  This is the ultimate year for them at Gardner, and they raise funds for their epic overnight Pali trip, their graduation celebrations and ceremony & other memorable experiences.  Please get involved; especially if you're a 5th grade parent/caregiver.  The time is now!

Email: friendsofgardner@gmail.com, Subject Line: I'd love to volunteer!