Current Families

BlueSkies for Children has always been shaped by the many kinds of families who help to create a community that serves both children and parents. BlueSkies parents organize fundraising events and organize educational, social, and support services for families. Parents are often the best support for other parents at BlueSkies. Getting involved in the community creates these connections that can last a lifetime!

To facilitate participation by working parents in the life of BlueSkies, childcare is always provided for committee meetings and events. Meetings include a simple meal for children and parents, and take place during school hours at 5 p.m., as soon as the children’s programs close at 6 p.m., or virtually, so that everyone can participate and still be home in time for a snuggle before bedtime. You can see our upcoming events here!

BlueSkies Community Committee

In partnership with the BlueSkies administration, BlueSkies Community Committee (BSCC) acts as the hub of our vibrant parent community. BSCC organizes social activities such as picnics and potlucks, as well as formal workshops, bringing in experts in the field of child development. Examples of past workshops include Choosing a Kindergarten; Discipline, Development, and Daily Life; Raising Multiracial Children; and Temperament. The group also organizes Room Parents, who welcome new parents and organize classroom gatherings outside of school.

With support from the BlueSkies Administration, this committee is also responsible for the Fall Mailer and the Spring Auction. These fundraising activities directly support the scholarships available at BlueSkies for Children.

If you would like more information, or you’d like to join, please e-mail the committee here.

Parent Community Events

Click here to view upcoming Parent Community Events. Many of these events feature opportunities for Parent Participation!

Parent Participation Opportunities

We currently need the following help from volunteer parents:

  • Carry a new climber inside the school

  • Assemble new climber

  • Haul away broken exercise machines (a treadmill and an elliptical)

  • Move some large boulders in Playroom and Schoolroom yards

Parent Participation

We require 12 volunteer hours per year, per parent. Hours can also be bought out in late November/early December by contributing to the End of Year Staff Bonus, at a rate of $20/hr. Click here to log your parent participation hours.

Safety at BlueSkies

Our Parent Handbook includes details about our safety precautions and emergency procedures, including fire, earthquake, and general lockdown procedure. If you ever have a question or suggestion feel free to reach out to admin@blueskies4children.org!