Parental Involvement

At Lou Henry Hoover School, parents have a variety of opportunities to be involved. Our Parent Faculty Organization (PFO) conducts fund-raisers and social functions that benefit our entire school community. The money raised by the PFO funds field trips, assemblies, and educational materials for our students. Their social functions provide opportunities for parents, students and staff to meet together for recreation and learning. Their goal is school leadership and service.

A second opportunity for parental involvement is through our School Site Council (SSC). This group is made up of five parents and five staff members. It is the responsibility of the SSC to manage all site categorical programs and funds. Parents enjoy this committee because it provides them with up-to-the minute information on some of our most important school programs and initiatives.

For the parents of English Learners, our English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) provides an opportunity to lead and to serve. Their responsibility is to advise the SSC on matters pertaining specifically to English Learners. They meet once each month for a meeting and plan social activities twice per year.

Our Community Liaison / Volunteer Coordinator runs a program for parents and community members who want to volunteer on campus. They can work in classrooms or support the school through work completed in the Volunteer Center. This program has received high praise from our parents, as it provides them with opportunities to help even if they do not feel comfortable working within the classroom. Volunteers receive a thorough orientation as well as ongoing training. This program is key to our school's growth and success.