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Getting involved in Oya No Kai
Oya No Kai is remarkable in many ways. We have an annual budget of $30-40,000, we have no paid employees, and we support and augment a K-12 program through activities, program advocacy and monetary support. This couldn't be done without the active participation of the JMP families.

So what can you do? Start by thinking about what you like to do. Are you good at organizing information? Try being Directory Coordinator. Do you like being involved in fundraising? Contact the Fundraising Chair to see how what is needed. Interested in helping with vision and policy making? You might be interested in a position on the Board. The best way to start is to give a call to a Board member or talk to someone who has been in the program a while. Your student's experience will be enhanced directly by your involvement.

Volunteer at the School (Richmond, Mt. Tabor OR Grant)
Besides having Oya No Kai membership, parents can be classroom volunteers, Room Parents, PTA supporters, and/or Site Council members. Go where your interests lead you and the program will benefit!

Parents and family members interested in volunteering in PPS classrooms or chaperoning field trips need to fill out a volunteer form and pass a criminal history check. The form may be downloaded here and given to the main office of the school you'd like to volunteer at for processing. Check with the school to verify fees.

  • PPS Volunteer criminal history verification of applicants [pdf]

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