Parents

Communication Builds Community

Community and communication are two important words derived from the same root. In fact, they are so intimately related that one cannot exist without the other. Although our primary goal is to nurture and educate our children, a very important companion goal is the fostering of our school community and the support and exchange of positive ideals for living our lives. We believe that a community is a group of individuals who choose to work together to further common goals. Recognizing and respecting each other as individuals and providing opportunities for clear communication are central to creating a strong community.

Parent Involvement

As parents of students at Desert Star Community School, you are given the
opportunity to grow with your children in a unique educational environment. Parent participation is an essential and integral part of your children’s educational experience and serves to unify families and create a strong sense of community.

The Parent Council

The Parent Council includes all parents and guardians of children who attend Desert Star Community School. Parent Council meetings provide a means for parents to be informed on school issues, to offer their input and ideas as well as to raise concerns and parent initiatives. Generally there are two Co-chairs who organize and facilitate monthly meetings and attend the School Board meetings.

The Parent Council also helps to organize various committees to serve the school. The Parent Council supports and organizes families in fulfilling their volunteer time commitments.

Parent Volunteers

As a community school, the active participation of parents both within and outside of the classroom is essential in supporting the school’s educational program. Parents’ professional, cultural and creative knowledge, talents and abilities help to make Desert Star a vibrant, dynamic learning environment. Many of our activities and programs rely on the skill and generosity of parents. The Parent Council can match your interests with an appropriate volunteer activity. Please call the school office at (928) 282-0171 to find out who to contact.

Parents are strongly encouraged to volunteer at least 50 hours per school year, that’s about 1 hour per week. Because Desert Star Community School acknowledges that circumstances may not allow some parents to be involved in the school to extent that they might wish, parental involvement is not a requirement of school enrollment.