We believe that creating strong partnerships with parents is a key factor in providing a quality early childhood education experience. We view ourselves as partners with other parents, partners as professionals, partners in our communities, and partners as early childhood professionals. We seek a common goal: to provide a powerful, positive experience for our children, building trust and autonomy, channeling initiative, and developing self-esteem. 

Communication    

Teachers communicate frequently with parents. Aside from weekly updates from the classroom, teachers hold fall and spring conferences that offer opportunities to discuss child growth and development. Teachers work with parents as partners on their child’s guidance issues, as necessary, and report observations about significant behavioral changes at school. We ask that parents communicate any issues or situations in the child’s family life that may contribute to changes in their behavior. 

All forms of communication between parent and staff are encouraged, certainly regarding children, but also regarding the program itself. You may contact a teacher or the Director at any time. 

Ways to get involved 

Parents may volunteer to be a Room Parent for their child's class to assist in classroom projects and celebrations throughout the year. Interested parents may also join the school's parent committee, the Sunshine Committee, which strives to strengthen the school community with social events and support.  

Additionally, there are many events hosted by Holy Comforter that are open to school families, including the October Fall Festival, December’s Christmas Sing, and a Special Guest Saturday in early Spring. Parents are also encouraged to volunteer as guest readers or special visitors in classrooms.