Volunteering in a school is a unique and exciting experience and a privilege for both the school and volunteer. It is designed to promote and maintain a supportive relationship for students, teachers, and school staff. A great volunteer:
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- Is friendly, reliable and flexible
- Enjoys children
- Has a good professional attitude, interest, and enthusiasm for working with young people
- Works cooperatively with school staff
- Recognizes that well-educated children are our greatest natural resource
- Feels a deep obligation as a citizen to support and help schools educate each child to his/her highest potential
- Already has or is willing to learn the skills that are needed to volunteer in schools
- Has talents that can enrich the school program
- Has time and a willingness to serve
- Understands and appreciates the work of the school staff and the volunteer program
- Helps the larger community understand the work occurring at MFSAA