The volunteer program at Mathews is one of our school’s strongest assets. Each year parents volunteer thousands of hours to make our school a better place for our children. Our award winning volunteer program allows you to make a difference for your child as well as the entire Mathews community.

There are many volunteer opportunities and these can be done on a weekly, bi-weekly or on an "as needed" basis such as a special one time school event. To sign up for a position or to get more information, go back to the PTA Board Positions web page and call the coordinator for that position or area. General questions about volunteers can be answered by the Volunteer Coordinator.
 

Child Safe Volunteer- Record and call absent students to verify safety.

One morning, weekly or bi-weekly, beginning at 8:30 a.m. for 30-60 minutes.
 

Office Volunteer- Work in the school office answering phones and helping with various clerical duties.

One to two shifts per month, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. or 1:00-3:00 p.m.
 

Library Volunteer- Work in the school library assisting in re-shelving books and helping the children select and check out books.

Bi-weekly, 1 1/2 hour shifts in the morning at 8:00, or 9:30 and in the afternoon at 12:00 or 1:30. You may also work from 8:00-11:00 or from 12:00-3:00.
 

Horseshoe Press - Assist in the publishing center with typing, editing and compilation of original publications by the students of Mathews.

Weekly or biweekly shifts in the morning or afternoon.
 

Home Room Representative- Help plan, make and staff children's game booths at school fall carnival. Other responsibilities include:

Planning and supervising 3 classroom parties.

Helping with teacher appreciation lunches.

Helping as needed with other grade level activities.

Helping, as needed, with any additional fund raisers.

Every effort will be made to include as Room Representatives all those who are interested. When there are more than 2 volunteers per class, it will be necessary to divide responsibilities.
 

School Fall Carnival- Games, prizes, food and family fun scheduled for a Saturday in October. You can coordinate food, prizes, publicity, or be a grade level coordinator.
 

Holiday Gift Shop- Children are given an opportunity to shop a school and purchase gifts for family and friends.

Help with setup, incoming and final inventories. (During School Hours)

Help children with selections and buying. (During School Hours)
 

Book Fair- Sales of books to children and parents to raise funds and earn credits for free books for the school library held in the fall and spring.

Help with book sales (During school hours)

Help with Parent Preview Night (First Monday of Fair in the evening)
 

Spirit Wear- PTA sell school shirts, shorts, etc. to promote school spirit.

Help with distribution of order (Days and times vary)
 

Field Day- Held on a school day in May, children participate in outdoor games, water fun etc. throughout the day.

Manage a game station, escort younger children, help with cleanup.
 

Art Volunteer- Assist Art Teacher with various projects, display assistance and project preparation.

Shifts and times would vary according to need.
 

Clinic Volunteer- Assist nurse in clinic with miscellaneous duties such as basic first aide and paperwork.

Weekly or bi-weekly shifts of 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. or

1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
 

Cultural Arts Committee- Help plan and implement fine arts events throughout the year. Assist with the Reflections Contest (Sept.-Dec.) by soliciting and managing entries, arrange for judging, plan awards ceremony and help with communication.

Time and shifts could be adjusted to fit your schedule.
 

Multicultural Awareness Committee- Assist in promoting multicultural awareness and diversity, as suggested by the PISD multiethnic committee, in our school through activities such as special events, interest groups and resource speakers. Responsible for coordinating the annual Multicultural Art Night in conjunction with Texas Public Schools Week.

Time and shifts would vary depending on the event.
 

Yearbook/Historian/Class Photographer- Assist in compiling pictures and helping with the layout and design of the yearbook. Class photographers will photograph special events for their grade as well other events as needed.

Time and shifts would vary depending on the event.
 

Crossing Guard Substitute- Substitute for one of two crossing guards in case of absence. Training and insurance provided by the City of Plano.

Morning shift-7:30 a.m.-8:15 a.m.

Afternoon shift-2:45 p.m.-3:15 p.m.
 

The 3 "R’s" -Work with individual or small groups of students as they work to improve their mastery in reading, writing or math. Training is provided. Contact the Reading Recovery Teacher at 519-8826 for more information.

Shifts vary with the students needs.
 

Environmental- Assist with various environmental projects and the nature center throughout the year. Coordinate Earth Week celebrations.
 

Newcomers- Assist with two newcomers events. (Fall and Spring) The events are usually a lunch or dinner for the families.
 

Hospitality- Coordinate and plan Sweets For Your Sweetheart, Teacher Appreciation Lunches, Volunteer Orientation Beverages and Snacks.
 

 YO (Youngest Only) Package- Assist with collating and distributing the YO Package on Tuesdays.  This paper saving project allows the PTA and the school to send only one copy of each flyer to the Mathews families.