The relationship between families and Northfield Community Nursery School is exciting and interesting, linked by the opportunity to observe the children learn and grow. Thank you for sharing this with us. On behalf of our staff members, welcome. We are so glad you are here!

Parent Involvement:
Parents are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the Nursery School activities. There are many ways in which a parent can volunteer his/her time. Help is sometimes needed in the classroom for special projects, upcoming events and parties. Help is also always needed and appreciated for fundraising, toy cleaning, and other endeavors throughout the school year. Please feel free to contact the Hospitality Committee to volunteer your time.  We sincerely appreciate every volunteer effort, big and small.

Board of Directors:
Help by applying for a two-year term on the Board.  Interested parents are invited to attend Board meetings held at NFCNS the 1st Wednesday of every month. Applications will be accepted at that time. For more information, see Board of Directors, contact any board member or call or email Melissa Yeoman at 847/446-7097

Room Parent:
Parent participation makes a big difference!  Volunteering to become a room parent offers parents the opportunity to observe children in a group, to spend time with children and to share special talents and ideas with children.  Interested parents will work with teachers to define where parent volunteers may be helpful. This may include classroom help with special class projects, holiday parties, etc. 2008-2009 Room Parents NFCNS typically has two room parents per class. 

School Newsletters:
The school uses various forms of written communication to keep the parents informed of the activities in each classroom and at the school. Each month the Board of Directors publishes NFCNS News. The newsletter contains articles on early childhood development, activities and upcoming school events. The newsletter is published by Dana Palmer (who does a wonderful job!) and is distributed in the "Blue Bags".

Classroom Volunteer:
Please share your special skills or interests with us!  The school is happy to welcome any parent with a special interest, hobby or profession to come into our classroom and share time with the children. Please get in touch with any one of the NFCNS Hospitality Committee Members, room parents, or your child’s teacher if your are interested in volunteering your time.

Community Outreach:
Throughout the year, Northfield Community Nursery School will encourage our school community to support organizations in surrounding communities that are responsive to people in need. The school lobby will serve as a drop off point for various items that selected charities have requested.