Volunteer Opportunities
One of the unique aspects of an independent school experience is that the involvement of parents is not only welcomed, but encouraged and needed. At Lancaster Country Day School, the personal investment of all parents in their children's education is an integral part of the School's philosophy. Gifts of volunteer time provide invaluable support to the School. Such support gives parents a better understanding of LCDS as well as providing an avenue to get to know other parents, faculty members and staff, as well as the friends of their children.
The Parents Association, Admission Office and Development Office play a significant role in sponsoring and supporting volunteer activities for parents, alumni, and other members of the Lancaster Country Day School community. As you will see listed below, there are many ways to get involved. We would greatly appreciate if you could dedicate even a small amount of volunteer time to the School. In doing so, we feel parents will discover how their involvement can enhance not only their own lives, but also their child's (or children's) educational experience.
Parents Association Opportunities
Contact: Kit Thompson, kitthompson@verizon.net or 610-796-0415
All-School Picnic
Help kick-off the school year in style with this annual family-fun event. Help is needed with decorations, setup and cleanup!
Arts
Work with art faculty to help coordinate showings of the work of local artists in our School or have an artist-in-residence visit for a day. Also, opportunities are available during Spring Arts Festival.
Athletics
Help with athletic fundraising and serving refreshments at athletic awards nights.
Book Fairs (Barnes & Noble and Used Book Sale)
Help sell books and promote and publicize these annual fundraising events. Proceeds benefit the LCDS Library.
Class Parents
Class parents help with classroom activities, parent gatherings, refreshments, parties, intern day, field trips and chaperoning. They also help new parents get acquainted and feel welcome in the School.
Dining Commons
Two volunteers are needed each day, all school year to serve lunch to Lower, Middle and Upper School students. No washing dishes!
Drama
Support all aspects of drama at Lancaster Country Day School by serving refreshments at performances and assisting the theatre director with any other needs.
Library
Volunteer a few hours every week, bimonthly or monthly assisting our dynamic librarians.
Music
Help coordinate musical performances and receptions after programs.
Summer Activities Fair
This annual January event hosts exhibitors from across the country who offer every imaginable summer camping opportunity for students. Help is needed to invite and host representatives from various organizations and assist with publicity.
TAD (Teacher Appreciation Day)
This is a day set aside to say thanks to the LCDS faculty and staff. A sit-down luncheon is served and volunteers are needed to bake desserts, proctor classes, setup, serve and clean up.
Admission Office Activities
Many different opportunities exist for volunteering in the Admission office: Assist with events such as open houses, Saturday morning group testing dates, as well as additional opportunities to chat with prospective families; assist with data entry; be part of a team to wrap new families into the school in late spring and over the summer. You are welcome to volunteer for one or more of these activities.
Marketing & Public Relations
Help the marketing and PR staff with various marketing and publication mailings, office support, and other outreach programs.
Development Office Opportunities
Contact: Development Office, finneyl@e-lcds.org or 717-392-2916 x.231
Cougar Pride - The Excellence Fund
Become a grade captain for Cougar Pride - The Excellence Fund and help ensure a bright future for all LCDS students. The annual fundraising campaign provides funding for every aspect of the school environment, including the arts, technology, athletics, music, theatre, math, science, field trips and faculty professional development. Work closely with a team of parents, alumni, grandparents, parents of alumni and the Development Office to educate the whole school community and to encourage participation.
FundFest
There's a great need for volunteers for this annual April fundraising auction/dinner. Have fun working on decorations, class projects, auction, acquisitions, banquet, checkout and more!
Golf Classic
Help plan the tournament, solicit corporate and individual sponsors and volunteer the day of the event. Proceeds for this event benefit the athletic program.
School Spirit Activities
Everything from cooking burgers for an afternoon picnic to helping organize and prepare for a special event, including Homecoming!
Other Opportunities
Classroom Volunteers
Assist teachers with reading, math, computer groups, etc.
Contact: Divisional Offices: 717-392-2916
Lower School, x.239 or arnoldl@e-lcds.org
Middle School x.243 or claussg@e-lcds.org
Upper School x.235 or adamsb@e-lcds.org
Intern Day
Volunteer to sponsor a student at your workplace for four hours or more on 10th Grade Intern Day. The experience should be hands-on if possible, and give the student a solid idea of what it would be like to fill your shoes.
Contact: Upper School Office adamsb@e-lcds.org or 717-392-2916 x.235
School Store
Volunteers are needed on an occasional basis to help staff the store and assist with book sales/buybacks.
Contact: Nan Killough, killoughn@e-lcds.org or 717-392-2916 x.251
