Get Involved as a Parent

The annual week-long Book Fair for Lower Campus students, as well as 4th and 5th graders, will be held this year from October 10 – 14, 2022 on the Lower Campus. PBDA has partnered with Scholastic to order books and displays for the Fair. The Committee is open to parents of students in all grades.

The annual Halloween Parade is one of the most anticipated Lower Campus events every year. The Halloween Parade is scheduled for Monday, October 31, 2022 at 8:45 a.m. The Committee is open to parents of students in Primary through Grade 3.

Students in Grades 1-3 rehearse for weeks in advance of the PBDA Winter Concert, scheduled for 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Volunteers primarily assist with prop design and set set-up for the concert, as well as costume and hair and make-up assistance for the students. The Committee is open to parents of students in Grades 1-3.

This annual Lower Campus tradition invites students’ grandparents or special friends to attend a special springtime presentation on campus followed by time spent with our students in their classroom. The event is scheduled for the morning of Thursday, April 6, 2023. The committee is open to parents of students in Pre-Primary through Grade 3.

Parent volunteers organize this week-long event intended to share our love and appreciation for PBDA’s faculty and staff. The Committee works together to organize special treats, events, and gift card donations to each of PBDA’s faculty and staff. Teacher Appreciation Week is scheduled for May 1 – 5, 2023. The Committee is open to parents of students in all grades.

The Bulldogs Care Committee will focus specifically on helping those within our community who may be experiencing hardships or a life-altering event.

With relationships and community at the heart of everything we do at PBDA, we know that families would like to be able to support each other during times of need and times of celebration. Volunteers will help provide prepared meals or other support offerings when a fellow community member is faced with a death in the family, illness, personal challenges, celebration of the birth of a child, and more. The Committee is open to parents of students of all ages.

*If you or someone you know in the community may be in need, now or in the future, please contact psc@pbday.org or email PSC president, Hayley Schapiro at hayley.schapiro@gmail.com . All requests and support will be kept confidential.*

We recognize that some parents are eager to give their time and talents but are only able to do so from home and as their schedule permits. This committee is perfect for those who may want to bring their talents and skills to the table. We welcome parent expertise and assistance in PBDA event/around campus photography, graphic design, moderation of the PSC’s Google Group listserv, etc. This committee is open to parents of students in all grades.

This committee partners with school leaders to improve the quality of the lunch program, expand environmental education, and transition to safer, more sustainable practices on-campus. Committee members collaborate with the school chef, support the gardening program, seek out local farms and educational organizations for partnership, advise on key wellness issues, and fundraise for strategic initiatives. 

As this committee is new, members will have the opportunity to shape an annual event designed to educate and engage the parent community on the committee’s priorities. This may involve a farm stand, bake sale, farm-to-table dinner, and more. The committee is open to parents of students of all ages.

The Philanthropy and Development Committee is an events-centered opportunity to support volunteer needs. This includes assisting with Fundraising Events like the Golf and Tennis Tournament in December, February’s Giving Week which culminates in Field Day, and various alumni events. 

Volunteers also serve as ambassadors of the Philanthropy team, staying educated on the many ways to give to PBDA and aid in the communication to parents in our community. The Committee is open to parents of students of all ages.