Frequently Asked Questions
1: What is a cooperative school?
cooperative school is a school where parents/caregivers have an opportunity to share their child's first
school experience, by being part of that experience. You will have an assigned day to work, with an
assigned job.

2:
Do I do the same job all the time?
No, the jobs are rotated on a daily basis.

3:
What are the jobs?
Some jobs focus on the children (you might be "snack" mom), others are to keep the school
maintained for the next class (vacuum, clean the tables etc).

4:
Can I trade jobs/work days with others?
Yes, you can trade jobs or days.

5:
How often do I work?
The parent/caregiver will work during your child's class, once per week.

6:
What if I cannot work on my assigned day?
If you cannot work on your assigned day, you need to notify the school, and find a replacement.

7:
What other obligations must I fulfill?
The parent/caregiver must:
    A: Serve on a committee
    B: Do four hours of school maintenance per year (in addition to the classroom jobs)
    C: Must attend the monthly parent meetings

8:
Does my child need to be potty trained?
No, your child does not need to be potty trained.
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