PARENT VOLUNTEERS

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Sheldon High School values parents and their involvement in the schools' academic and extracurricular programs.  Studies have shown that when parents are involved, students achieve at a higher level. There are many ways that parents can support their son’s or daughter’s education. The most obvious means of involvement is to take an active interest in their daily assignments; however, there are also plenty of opportunities for parents to participate on campus as well.  A few of the options are to assist in the store or library, assist with the Renaissance program, or help in the office.  Parents have the latitude to serve whenever their schedules permit: weekly, bimonthly, or occasionally.

If you are interested in volunteering your time at Sheldon High School, please feel free to contact Diane Hicks - dhicks@egusd.net. 

Your active participation at Sheldon High School will benefit both the students and school. We look forward to seeing you soon!

SOBER GRAD NIGHT

Sober Grad Night is a parent run organization that provides a safe alternative to seniors to party on their graduation night.  Traditionally, the party is held at Golfland SunSplash in Roseville.  The parent committee meets monthly to organize the event, and always welcomes additional parent help.  Contact the Sober Grad president, Catherine Goddard, for more information.  

~ PAWS for Success ~

Parents Assisting with Students
Discover Sheldon’s Mentor Program

What:

This unique program brings parent volunteers together with high school sophomores to explore post-secondary education and career options.   Volunteers provide support and encouragement as they talk with students on an individual basis.  The objective of this program is to empower our students to be informed decision makers and responsible productive citizens. 

 Why:

Make a difference in a sophomore student’s life.  Students should envision their future early.  Early intervention can guide students to a positive path needed for their success.  PAWS for Success provides an opportunity to support and encourage students during a very pivotal time in their lives. 

 How:

Mentors present varied choices available to students after their graduation and ways to achieve their goals while still in high school.  Mentors interview sophomore students in a one-on-one format that includes a Student Questionnaire, Mentor Prompt and the student’s personal transcript.  There is no training necessary for mentors.  The Mentor Prompt will guide the mentor through the interview while providing information on all key points.

When:

All sophomore students are interviewed while they are in their physical education class.  This will be either in the Fall or Spring depending on their schedules.

Where:

Sheldon High School’s Career Center is the ideal setting for the student interviews.  Students can explore online college and career options while waiting for their personal interview.

 Time Commitment:

Mentoring can range from only 90 minutes (one class period) to a whole day.  We are happy to have you for whatever time fits into your schedule.  Our program runs 4 days in the Fall and 4 days in the Spring.

Specific dates are announced once the school year starts. 

For more information you may contact our PAWS Coordinator, Dorothy Grimm, at dgrimm@egusd.net.

Our volunteer coordinator is Diane Hicks.  You may contact her at dhicks@egusd.net. 

 Paula D. Duncan, Principal
Jen Gardner, PAWS Counselor
Dorothy Grimm, PAWS for Success Coordinator 

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