The Goshen Parent Community (GPC) is a group of parents who work together to enrich the experience of our children at Goshen. We celebrate whatever gift of time and service each parent can contribute to make our school the vibrant place it is. Whatever your schedule looks like—if you think you can come to an hour-long meeting or take on a leadership role for an event—you are always welcome. Even if you are unable to attend any meetings, you can still be involved in events. Most of our communication is electronic. Please read each month’s minutes for opportunities to get involved.
Here is a little about what we do each year:
HARVEST FAIR
The GPC plans an outdoor afternoon of fun fair games—including pony rides, bounce houses, spin art, pumpkin painting, and more—in the early fall.
INTERNATIONAL WEEK
Each year our children learn about three different cultures around the globe. The children's study of these cultures culminates in a week-long festival. The GPC works with our teachers to support entertainment for the One World Café, the food- and fun-filled event that ends this very special week.The GPC also decorates the classroom doors in the country’s themes.
TEACHER APPRECIATION
Each year the GPC delivers special breakfasts or lunches to let the teachers know that the parents of Goshen recognize the time and effort they have devoted to our children.
CLASSROOM PURCHASES
The GPC has funded extra requests by teachers during the school year. Past purchases include digital cameras for every classroom, smart boards, and a keyboard.
CLASSROOM REPRESENTATIVES
The GPC needs two representatives from each Preschool classroom. We ask representatives to attend GPC monthly meetings, relay information to their classrooms via email, and coordinate volunteers as needed through the school year. Please send an email to jeannekan@gmail.com if you would like to volunteer.
BOOK FAIR
Each year we partner with various book stores for our annual Book Fair. A percentage of all sales benefit the school. Teachers also choose books for families to purchase to donate to their respective classrooms.
ACTIVITY FEE DONATION
Each family is asked for a nominal donation ($25).
