Mrs. Abu-Rus's Blog

Dear Parents and/or Guardians,

Research shows that students who have a strong support system at home and school are those who are the most well-equipped to achieve success. Schools with strong parent-teacher relationships provide even more opportunities for our students’ success and often outperform other schools in academic achievement and growth. In an effort to strengthen our parent-teacher relationships, we are seeking to assign a “Classroom Mom or Dad” to each of our classrooms.

What is a “Classroom Mom or Dad”?

A Classroom Mom or Dad is the parent or legal guardian of a child in a classroom. Classroom Moms or Dads are volunteers who take a lead role in facilitating communication between other parents and the teacher, the PTA, and occasionally school administration. This can vary a little from class to class, teacher to teacher depending on the grade level and the time of year. For the most part, as a Classroom Mom or Dad you will communicate with the teacher on a schedule that works for both of you to organize, plan, and coordinate special events, celebrations, parties, or field trips. Additionally, Classroom Moms or Dads act as liaisons for their school’s PTA, encouraging participation in their events from the classroom you are supporting.

At this time we are seeking to assign one Classroom Mom or Dad per classroom. If this is something you are interested in, please fill out the information below. Please understand that this is a year-long physical and social commitment that will require your energy, patience, and time. By filling this out, you are demonstrating an understanding of the importance of this commitment and your name will be taken into consideration when selecting a Classroom Mom or Dad.

Please complete the bottom portion and return to your child’s teacher by Monday, September 25.

Yes ___________ I am interested in being considered a Classroom Mom or Dad.

No ___________ I am not interested in being considered a Classroom Mom or Dad at this time.

If yes, please fill out the additional information:

Student Name __________________________________ Grade ___________

Teacher ___________________________

Parent Name ___________________________________  

Best number to contact me : _______________________________________

Please explain in 2-3 sentences why you are interested in being a Classroom Mom or Dad:

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Susanne Abu-rus

I have been a teacher in the Dearborn Public Schools for the past 27 years. I have enjoyed teaching all grades from 1st - 5th. I have also worked as an instructional coach for 11 of those years training teachers on best practices.