Kaiserslautern HS: Get Involved
Parent Involvement
Research demonstrates that parent involvement is essential for student success. Although you may not become involved in all committees and support organizations in the school, we encourage the following activities for your parental support:
- Join the school parent/teacher association (PTA) and participate in meetings and activities.
- Have lunch at school with your child regularly.
- Volunteer in your child's classroom.
- Establish a daily study time at home (even when there's no homework).
- Participate in the Continuous School Improvement (CSI) efforts at your child's school.
- Keep informed of school events and activities by reading school newsletters and your child's classroom newsletter.
- Communicate frequently with your child's teacher.
- Prepare for and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure your child has a well-balanced breakfast and comes to school with completed homework, lunch money and school supplies.
Visiting the School
Parents and other responsible adults are always welcome at school. If you know in advance that you will be visiting your child's classroom, we encourage you to notify your child's teacher ahead of time so they are prepared for your visit. We do not allow students to bring friends or other non-registered students to school due to liability and space restrictions. In addition, parents may not bring younger siblings, other children, or babies with them when they visit or volunteer in a classroom. This can be a serious distraction from the learning environment for all students.
Visitor Badges
DoDEA policy mandates use of visitor badges and positive identification of all visitors and contractors. In compliance with this policy, upon arrival, ALL visitors are required to come to the school office, sign in, show identification, and receive a visitor's badge. All visitors MUST sign out and return the visitor's badge upon leaving the building.
Be a Volunteer!
Volunteers are always needed and are a part of the total school program. They assist in the classrooms, office, special subject and resource rooms, and educational support areas. If a parent is volunteering in a classroom, we ask that you please make alternative arrangements for siblings. They are not allowed in the room during the instructional day. We encourage active participation by parents in their child's education and while, younger children are precious, they may be distracting to students in the classroom. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your support. Check with you child's teacher for specific opportunities and to complete any necessary forms in addition to the ones below.
DoDEA Policy requires that prospective and current school volunteers shall be subject to a standardized application process that includes completion of an application form and standardized background checks. Volunteer applications are available in the school office or linked below. Please allow 5 business days for processing of all volunteer request forms. There are many volunteer opportunities for parents eager to get involved with their students education or for other interested community members.
Thank You for Volunteering!
Before you do, please fill out these forms and turn them in to your local volunteer office.
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DoDEA Europe Advisory Councils
Parents, teachers, students, administrators, and military commanders share the responsibility to support the schools through advisory councils and boards. Participation in advisory councils and boards enhances and improves educational programs and services, as well as the overall quality of life shared by all Department of Defense (DoD) American overseas communities.
Dependents Education Council (DEC)
The DEC reports to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force Management Policy. Members include general or flag officers representing the commanders of unified combatant commands, major service commands, and the military services. Council members make recommendations on policy matters relating to facilities, logistics, and administrative support provided to the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) by the military services.
European Schools Council (ESC)
The ESC is composed of European Command (EUCOM) Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy representatives. ESC work with subordinate command representatives to develop programs for improving dependents' education and recommend helpful initiatives to the DoDEA Director. The ESC chairperson also represents the European Command on the ACDE.
District Advisory Council (DAC)
The DAC advises the district superintendent on matters of interest to the district.
The School Advisory Committee is an organization that fosters participation in school affairs by members of the school and military communities and provides a coordinated process to address and resolve issues at the lowest practical level. SAC members advise the school principal on school matters, deal with issues brought to their attention by the school community, and establishes goals and objectives for the academic year.
SAC meets once every quarter on the 3rd Wednesday of the 2nd month in the quarter. These meetings are open to parents, staff, and students, who are encouraged to attend and learn more about school programs and issues. Agenda topics or other matters relevant to SAC may be emailed to SAC2020KHS@gmail.com.
Join the KHS SAC and make a difference for your children and the school!
WHAT IS A SAC?
Serves as a forum for parent representatives and educators to address issues and concerns affecting KHS students.
Works to ensure the safety and security of all KHS students.
Promotes KHS policies that foster academic and extra-curricular excellence.
Makes recommendations and advises the principal on school policies, instructional programs and educational resources, allocations of resources, pupil services, and standards of conduct.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for representatives to join the KHS SAC. We will hold elections ON OPEN HOUSE DAY SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 to select new members for the 2020-2021 school year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Parent of a child who attends KHS
- Full-time Professional Employee of KHS
- Student at KHS elected by peers
- Able to meet 4 times a year
- Serve for 2 school years
QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? CONCERNS?
Please contact: Mr. Williams, SAC Election Committee Chairperson
INTERESTED IN BEING A CANDIDATE?
Please use the google form at this link to express interest.
BOOSTER CLUB
Booster Club is a non-profit organization which is the primary supporter of Raider sports. Its primary mission is to support ALL students participating in the RAIDER sports program through fundraising, concessions and manpower. This organization welcomes all parents to be a part of the RAIDER family.
Booster Club meets on the first Wednesday of the month in the RAIDER Gym @ 6p.m.
Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO)
PTSO is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTSO is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth.
PTSO meets on the second Tuesday of each month @ 5pm.