Walk About:  A Great Way for Parents to Stay Connected in Middle School

What is Walk About?

The Walk About Program at Tyee is a PTSA-sponsored, school-supported, parent-staffed program that provides a positive and friendly adult presence on campus during high-traffic times (before school and lunch times). The additional adult presence encourages appropriate behavior allowing students to feel safe. It gives them an additional connection to a big part of their child’s day. It's fun, flexible and easy way to get involved.

  • Walk About receives great administrative support from teachers and staff. 
  • All are welcome to participate after completing a one-time training session and completing the required BSD Application online. 
  • It is a very popular program for working parents because of the times to volunteer. Sign up once a week, once a month, or whatever works with your schedule. 

 

Volunteer Time

 

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri

 

 

Wed

Before School

8: 00– 8:30

 

Before School

8:00 – 8:30

Lunch 1

11:10 – 11:40

 

Lunch 1

10:40 – 11:10

Lunch 2

12:05 – 12:35

 

Lunch 2

11:25 – 11:55

Lunch 3

1:00 – 1:30

 

Lunch 3

12:10 - 12:40

 

How to Volunteer WalkAbout

  • Watch the training video. 
  • All volunteers must complete BSD background check .  The front office will verify this on your first visit. 
  • Arrive 5 minutes prior to your assigned time 
  • Check in with the LobbyGuard site at the computer in the front office
  • Request Orange 'WalkAbout' Lanyard  from the front office and wear them during your volunteer time
  • Once you are done, check out with the LobbyGuard site at the computer in the front office
  • It is an easy, flexible, fun way to get involved in the school community. Each time slot is only 30 minutes, and four different time slots each day for your convenience.  
  • Program will start on Tuesday, Nov 19. - Sign up HERE. 
 

Pair up with a friend and volunteer for Walk About! If you have any questions, please contact us at wab@tyeeptsa.org. Thank you so much for your help.