LPA Committees and Volunteer Opportunities
The Lynch Parents Association (LPA) offers many opportunities for parents to get involved in supporting Lynch Elementary. Below is a list of current committees and annual events. Time commitments vary, so there are options to fit different schedules. Whether you’re able to join a committee, volunteer for an event, or make a donation, every contribution counts!
For more information about committees and events, please contact copresident@lynchschool.com. Every parent’s involvement makes a difference, and together we can enhance the experience for all our students!
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Committees & Coordinator Opportunities
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Teacher Appreciation Committee
Plans and runs activities and/or events to recognize and appreciate the staff at Lynch. The event(s) are usually held in the first couple of weeks after April vacation and include a luncheon for all staff on the early release Monday at the beginning of May.
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Book Fair Committee
Identifies and develops activities to promote reading and literacy while supporting the growth of the library. This committee organizes and runs the annual book fair the proceeds of which go directly to the Lynch library.
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Communications Team
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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Library Coordinator and Volunteers
The Library Coordinator sets up the volunteer schedule and trains new volunteers who will shelve books and assist children during their weekly library class.
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Health & Safety Committee
The goal of this committee is to provide a forum for parents and school officials to work together to solve health and safety problems at Lynch Elementary. An effective committee can help prevent injury and illness on school grounds; increase awareness of health and safety issues and develop strategies to make the school environment safe and healthy for students, faculty and staff. Traffic Safety is now part of the Health & Safety committee. Coordinates the "orange hat" volunteers who help monitor the flow of traffic and parking on both sides of the parking lot, before and after school.
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Fundraising Committee
This team is responsible for generating the revenue with which the LPA operates. The Committee facilitates and oversees a fundraising for field trips and student enrichment, and is also responsible for soliciting donors and obtaining donations for fundraising raffles, including the Halloween party raffle and the Social Night for Lynch. Committee members are encouraged to seek out, organize and host other events or promotions that fundraise and communicate the 'every child benefits' ethos of LPA funding.
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"A Kid's View" Committee
Selects and curates student works of visual art and literature to be published in the magazine. They work closely with the Art Specialist to select classroom work that will be featured and photographed for publication. The Managing Editor manages the communication and distribution of flyers, emails, and the online submission form to collect work. The Art Director manages the editing of all artwork, the design and layout of the magazine, and the production and hand-off to the printer.
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Enrichment Committee
Coordinates the enrichment programs for the school. One or two volunteers per grade work with classroom teachers to research and book enrichment programs. The Chair coordinates the committee’s activities and serves as the liaison to the district-wide enrichment group Community Schools Association (CSA).
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Fifth Grade Committee
Coordinates the 5th Grade programs and activities (including fundraising) for the year. These include gifts, yearbook, dinner, trips, community service projects, and fundraisers.
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ELP (Extended Learning Program) Coordinator
The ELP Coordinator schedules the after-school programs through coordination with teachers, notifies the Lynch community of programs, sets class rosters, and handles registration, fees and instructor reimbursement.
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Halloween Party Committee
Organizes a Friday evening Halloween party held at the school. One or two point person(s) organize(s) games and and crafts for the younger kids in the cafeteria, while another organizes a DJ and other activities for the older kids in the gym. Other components include volunteers to organize the “Haunted Hallway” and manage refreshments.
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Room Parent Coordinator (1) and Room Parents (2 per Class)
The Coordinator ensures that each teacher has room parent volunteers, and oversees communication between LPA and the Room Parents as needed. Room Parents work with teachers throughout the year to coordinate class parties and extracurricular activities.
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International Festival Committee
The Lynch International Festival is an annual, free, community event that features country booths, multicultural activities and crafts, live performances and international food. The International Festival Committee consists of 6 to 10 dedicated parents and staff who work closely with the Lynch principal to: (1) secure funding via grants and/or LPA; (2) set the date, theme and format; (3) arrange and decorate the school space; (4) secure commitments from Lynch parents to set up country booths, run multicultural activities and crafts, and provide food; and (5) recruit students, alumnae, and multicultural groups to stage brief, live performances. The committee meets several times a year beginning in September up to the time of the festival.
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Special Needs Committee—WIN-PAC Liaison
Attends meetings of the Special Education Parents Advisory Committee and updates the Lynch community of issues, meetings and events.
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Green Team
Supports the Lynch community in learning about and practicing sustainable lifestyle habits, including the 3 “R’s”: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.