Volunteer

Volunteers are vital to the success of our school and PTA-sponsored programs. Everything the PTA does is made possible by our dedicated group of volunteers. We have big and small jobs of all kinds — anyone can help!

For short, one-time volunteer opportunities, check out our list of current volunteer needs here.

How to Get Started

Let us know how you’d like to help by filling out our volunteer interest form to indicate your preferences and availability. Our Volunteer Coordinator will get in touch and help find the right job for you.

• Choose from ongoing positions or one-time jobs
• Organize events or assist the organizer
• Be as directly involved as you want — work with other parents and teachers or stay behind the scenes
• Any time commitment — 1 hour per month or a few hours each week

You can also contact the Volunteer Coordinator directly at htptavolunteers@gmail.com or reach out to highlandterracepta@gmail.com.

Join the PTA Board

Want to take it to the next level? Join the HT PTA Board! We have positions to suit a variety of interests and time commitments. These roles are the foundation for ensuring we continue to provide fun and enriching opportunities for all our Orcas. No experience necessary–the more the merrier!

Please contact us at highlandterracepta@gmail.com to learn more or get started. Let us know which area(s) you’re interested in and we’ll get back to you with more information.

See all HTPTA Board openings for 2023-24

• MEMBERSHIP – HT PTA is a membership-driven organization – growing and sustaining our membership is vital to our success. Help manage our database and spread the word about who we are, what we do, and why everyone should be a member of their PTA.
• COMMUNICATIONS – Join the team that helps get the word out! Newsletters, social media, website, directory, kid mail–we do it all. 🙂
• ART & CLAY PROGRAMS – Help us bring more art to HT, both in class and after school. This also includes someone to oversee our Reflections submissions, the annual National PTA art competition. We even own a kiln–let’s fire it up 🙂
• KINDERGARTEN PALS, ROOM PARENT & VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS – With so many folks itching to help out with all the activities, these roles make sure everyone is in the loop, and we are supporting families and classrooms all year, K through 5th.
• ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS – Help us to coordinate programs before and after school! In the past we’ve been able to host opportunities like Chess Club, Languages, Art, Keyboarding, and more. Options abound and new ideas welcomed, but we need volunteers to make any of it happen.
• EVENT COORDINATORS – We lead fun opportunities throughout the year to celebrate our Orcas and our amazing community. Help us keep these events going! Ice Cream Social, Science Night, Pancake Breakfast, Skate Nights, Festival of Cultures, Movie Nights–they all need your help.
• FUN-DRAISING – We can’t build the fun without the funds. Help coordinate our efforts to support all our programs, including our Fall Annual Appeal, Read-a-Thon, Passive Fundraisers, and Orca Wear.
• COMMUNITY OUTREACH & SUPPORT – We’ve got positions aimed at making sure we are representative, inclusive, and supportive for all Orca and Shoreline families. Consider Family & Community Services Chair, Family and Community Engagement Chair, Parent Education Chair, or Director of Advocacy as your next PTA role.

Want to learn more or join up? Contact us at highlandterracepta@gmail.com.