Volunteer

“It takes a village to raise a child.”  This African proverb captures the efforts of the GRDIA. The contributions of each member of our community impact the experience and growth of all children. We invite you to consider and to be intentional in what and how you can make this a safe and healthy environment for every child. We can do this...together. 

Take a look at our areas of focus and consider joining a committee!

Our Committees

Human Resources Committee

The goal of the Human Resources committee is to work with Glen Ridge Public Schools Superintendent, Administration and the Board of Education to develop and execute a plan to hire more teachers with diverse backgrounds. Studies have shown that all children thrive with diverse learning vis a vie staff and techniques so we look to promote that diversity through the faculty and administration.  

Diversity Training Committee

The goal of the Diversity Training committee is to work with the Glen Ridge Public Schools Superintendent and Principals to increase staff diversity training in an effort to equip them with knowledge needed to support the entire student population.

Curriculum Committee

The goal of the Curriculum committee is to support and assist the Glen Ridge Public Schools Superintendent, Administrators and the Board of Education with establishing more robust diverse and inclusive education curricula, appropriate for all levels from kindergarten through 12th grade. 

Community Engagement Committee

The goal of the Community Engagement committee is to work with community organizations and leaders to establish greater cultural awareness of our diverse and inclusive community through events, activities, speaking engagements and book readings.

Communications Committee

The goal of the Communications committee is to spread the world about GRDIA and its activities in support of the goals.

Fundraising

The goal of the Fundraising committee is to execute fundraising events to support our strategic goals of the GRDIA such as curricular expansion, and teacher and community diversity training. Future goals include scholarships, and other programs.