While parents are participating in the PTO meeting, children will have the opportunity to play in our gross motor room while be watched by the Silver Cord Volunteers. We need volunteers the first Monday of every month from 5:15-6:15pm.
Contact Lyndsay Mount – lmount@waukeeschools.org to apply.
Opportunity Soccer
What
We are looking for volunteer coaches for our 2024 Opportunity Soccer programs. Join elementary-grade participants who are eager to have fun and learn new soccer skills and techniques! Sign up for one date or come each day, whatever fits best into your schedule.
We are looking for volunteer coaches for our 2024 Opportunity Soccer programs. Join elementary participants who are eager to have fun and learn new soccer skills and techniques! Sign up for one date or come each day, whatever fits best into your schedule.
THIS IS OUR PRESCHOOL’S INTERNATIONAL NIGHT. WE WILL HAVE DISPLAYS AND ACTIVITIES IN A FEW CLASSROOM TO REPRESENT DIFFERENT COUNTRIES. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED TO ASSIST WITH THE ACTIVITIES AND MAKE SURE CLASSROOMS ARE KEPT IN GOOD SHAPE. THESE VOLUNTEERS WILL ALSO HELP SET UP BEFORE THE EVENT AND CLEAN UP AFTERWARDS.
Star Wars Day Event
What
We need volunteers to help elementary students with activities at different stations.
When
9-10:40AM and 10:40AM-12:30PM
Where
Waukee Public Library, 950 S. Warrior Lane, Waukee, IA 50263
Volunteers will help children and families at various craft or activity stations. First shift volunteers may be asked to assist with set-up, and second shift volunteers may be asked to assist with clean-up. Wearing Star Wars attire is encouraged but not required.
Wolves Mascot - Westy at Kamp Kindergarten
What
Wear the mascot costume, Westy, during events for incoming kindergarten students and their families.
Kamp Kindergarten is an event for incoming kindergarten students. You will assist the building secretary before the meeting portion, visiting classes during and photo ops after the meeting.
Event Dates:
5/6/24 at Radiant Elementary
5/7/24 at Radiant Elementary for Waterford students
5/9/24 at Shuler Elementary
Discovery Party
What
Volunteers will be asked to greet guests, provide directions, help with art stations (minimal "messiness" expected) and provide general assistance throughout the event. The time commitment for volunteers is 2.25 hours + the performance time, which we hope you will stay and enjoy.
When
9:00-11:15 AM
Where
Des Moines Civic Center, 221 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Discovery Parties take place in the hour prior to a public performance in the Civic Center lobbies and are intended to provide young audiences and their families with interactive experiences that are culturally and/or thematically tied to the performance they will attend. Guests will be invited to explore, learn and create. Each Discovery Party is unique to the performance it precedes. Volunteers will be asked to greet guests, provide directions, help with art stations (minimal “messiness” expected) and provide general assistance throughout the event. The time commitment for volunteers is 2.25 hours + the performance time, which we hope you will stay and enjoy.
Still in Need - Science Center of Iowa Summer Camp Jr. Counselors
What
The Junior Counselor role at the Science Center of Iowa (SCI) is a vital role to the experience of the campers, providing a fun, safe and educationally-effective learning environment. Jr. Counselors will act as role models for campers, engaging and inspiring them along their journey of lifelong science learning. Taking advantage of the opportunities for personal growth as a developing leader in our community.
When
8:30am- 4:00pm
Where
Science Center of Iowa; 401 W. MLK Jr. Pkwy., Des Moines, Iowa 50309
The Junior Counselor role at the Science Center of Iowa (SCI) is a vital role to the experience of the campers, providing a fun, safe and educationally-effective learning environment. Jr. Counselors will act as role models for campers, engaging and inspiring them along their journey of lifelong science learning. Taking advantage of the opportunities for personal growth as a developing leader in our community.
-Assist Camp Educators in facilitating curriculum and activities in the daily schedule
Support Camp Educators with sorting, gathering and doing inventory of necessary supplies
Serve as support during field trips and transition periods of camp, keeping campers respectful, quiet and on
time in their daily schedule
Responsible for providing care and well-being of campers while participating in programs
Junior Counselors actively assist Staff Counselors to provide a positive, inclusive, engaging, fun, supportive learning environment, where all feel welcome and valued. Junior Counselors act as role models for campers, while learning and developing their own leadership, creativity, and communication skills.
Expectations:
• Attend a group interview in April and a training session in May or early June.
• Read and regularly review all required training materials, especially the Junior Counselor Handbook.
• While volunteering, be a positive role model in what you say and do.
• Through your actions, behaviors, and speech, you will uphold and support the museum’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Code of Conduct when at Living History Farms.
• Follow, abide by, and comply with all policies and program guidelines, including safety regulations, cell phone and social media policies, camp dress code, and being on time for your scheduled shift.
• Be supportive of your lead counselor in their expectations for campers.
• Respect the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Feel free to ask for assistance, help, or guidance from your staff camp counselor, Education Program Coordinator, or Department Director.
• Regularly check the Volunteer Trello Board for important announcements, training resources, reading materials, and general museum information and updates.
Summer Camp
June 3-6 Animals
Monday-Thursday
8:30am-12:00pm
June 10-13 Out of this World (Space theme)
Monday- Thursday
8:30am-12:00pm
Safety City
What
Our volunteers work closely with children going into Kindergarten mentoring them on lots of "safety," lessons, being a good friend, making healthy choices, meeting new friends, and having a lot of fun!
Each Safety City volunteers are paired with one or two children going into Kindergarten. Our sessions run for five days and meet 2.5 hours each day with morning and afternoon sessions available. The volunteers mentor their assigned kindergartners through several safety lessons and assist them with different activities throughout the week. Waukee Police Officers facilitate the class and lead everyone in a fun, healthy, safe environment.
Camp Invention
What
Working with kids to guide, and support them, in creating projects, doing science and STEM based learning
– Earn 40 volunteer hours and strengthen college, scholarship or job applications.
– Mentor and inspire elementary and middle school children to be creative and to never give up.
– Improve leadership and communication skills through interactions with parents, mentorship and time management skills.
– Learn entrepreneurial and intellectual property concepts through the lens of invention and innovation.
Non-profit organizations, share your volunteer opportunities! To ensure your submission will be accepted, read the Silver Cord posting guidelines before submitting your event.
