Cooperative Structure

Parent Involvement at Children's Corner

As members of a cooperative preschool, our parents are committed to an active role in shaping and running the school. Parents assist their child's teacher in the classroom approximately once a month (2- or 3-day program), or twice a month (5-day program). Reduced participation is available for an additional fee.

Other parental responsibilities include:

* Attendance at two business meetings a year
* Attending a mid-year conference with their child's teacher
* One cleaning night and one extra duty each year

Parents are also encouraged to contribute time and talent in a variety of ways, such as sharing individual hobbies and interests, assisting with children's parties, and serving as a room parent or special events coordinator.

Parents of enrolled children constitute the governing body of the school and elect members to a board of directors. All parents and staff are invited to attend monthly board meetings, and are encouraged to participate in the special committees occasionally formed by the board to accomplish specific projects, such the planning and execution of our playground mural.

More detailed information about the set-up and details of our cooperative can be found in our bylaws. Please note: As of summer 2007, this document is in the process of being updated and revised. [PDF download]