Parent Groups in the News: Weekly Round-up 6/11/10

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I scan the articles about parent groups this week, a common theme jumps out at me:

Parent volunteers make the (school) world go round.

We've always said as much, but it's refreshing to see so many teachers and administrators thanking parents for the difference they make in their school.  And I always enjoy reading about the different ways and events that parents use to forge a strong school community. Every approach is different.

End of school is a crazy time of year. I hope you take a moment to read these articles and realize just how much your efforts are appreciated. Thanks for all you do!

http://www.theislandofalameda.com/2010/06/volunteer-efforts-keep-a-tradition-rolling/

http://www.nj.com/gloucester/index.ssf?/base/news-15/1275972927256570.xml&coll=8

http://www.cabinet.com/hollisbrooklinejournal/hollisletters/764050-308/brookline-pto-efforts-recognized.html

http://jacksonville.com/community/st-johns/2010-06-10/story/difference-maker-jan-wilson

http://www.santaynezvalleyjournal.com/archive/8/23/6526/

http://www.thenewsstar.com/article/20100611/OPINION03/6110329