One of my absolute favorite aspects of room parenting has got to be: the crafts. But, I realize not everyone gets a little boost of endorphins when they walk through the sliding doors of Hobby Lobby. And the truth is, you don't have to be a super crafty room mom to be an amazing room mom. There, I said it. ❤️ What you can do is roll up in the classroom as if you were the queen of Pinterest with ... Read More about 17 Class Party Crafts for St. Patrick’s Day
Most Repinned Teacher Gifts
As a room mom, my absolute favorite part of this role is spoiling my daughter's amazing teachers (AKA shopping for teacher gifts). I usually get to hunt for her Christmas gift, Teacher Appreciation gift, and if I'm lucky, her birthday gift. I always send out a letter to parents to see who would like to contribute to the teacher's gift. SO MANY parents would much rather contribute to a class ... Read More about Most Repinned Teacher Gifts
Room Mom Donation Request Letter for Class Projects & Parties
In our last post, we examined the most common situations in which room moms would need to ask parents for money for teacher gifts. In response, I’ve been asked by a few room parents, “How do I ask for donations for class projects or for class budget contributions?” Even though this is a known room mom duty, asking for donations from parents can feel really awkward at first. But if you are clear ... Read More about Room Mom Donation Request Letter for Class Projects & Parties
Letter to Parents Asking for Money [Email Template]
I’ll have to admit, the first time I sent this letter out, I was a little uneasy. But if you want to be a successful room mom, you’re going to have to write a letter to parents asking for money at some point. Writing the letter and collecting money for a teacher gift, doesn’t have to be scary or awkward after all. In fact, most parents will thank you for it. You're relieving them of having to ... Read More about Letter to Parents Asking for Money [Email Template]
I Signed Up for Room Mom, Now What??
Panic. Just kidding! The hardest part is over: signing up for the job! Now, I say "job" very loosely. I mean, who wouldn’t want to be the one showing up with cookies and crafts on class party days? Being a Room Mom is so fun and fulfilling, you won't think of it as a job either once you get going. It's my goal to help you in this new journey, so let's get started with 6 simple steps to ... Read More about I Signed Up for Room Mom, Now What??