Parents

Are you looking to get involved in the PC school community?  Volunteering is a great way to do that.  There are many options available with varying time commitments.  Volunteer opportunities can also be tailored to personal interests and availability. 

For more information on volunteering at Pickering College, contact PCA Chair, Krystie Robinson-Vincent.

Program Volunteers

Grade Representative Program

Grade Representatives are returning parents who have a solid understanding of school routines and expectations. They provide updates on PCA events and activities, connect parents with other parents in their grade, and work towards planning a number of social activities including a specific grade lunch. 

Family Mentor Program

Family Mentors play an important role in transitioning new families into the PC community. After our Admissions Department, Family Mentors are the first contacts extending a PC welcome to our new families. Family Mentors are required to communicate with their mentor family over the summer months to answer questions, and to provide guidance where needed related to move-in and first weeks of school. 

International Parent Representative Program

International Parent Representatives provide support to our international families — both day and boarding. Working with the Advancement team as well as the PCA, International Parent Representatives ensure that our families are well connected to the community and are regularly updated on upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. 

International Family Representative Program

Moving to a new country is challenging, and understanding all that Pickering College has to offer can be overwhelming especially if English may not be your first language. Our International Family Representatives can help you stay connected to school life through school and PCA events, news, programs, as well as upcoming volunteer opportunities.

Committee Volunteers

Staff Appreciation Committee

Members of the Staff Appreciation Committee work towards planning PCA events that show appreciation to staff and faculty. Working with "day of" volunteers, events planned by the Staff Appreciation Committee could include items such as, taking lunch coverage, door duty, or assisting with recess duty. This is a feel-good committee with a flexible time commitment. 

Spring Luncheon Committee

Celebrating friendship, the Spring Luncheon has been a tradition at Pickering College for over two decades welcoming current parents, past parents, alumni, and friends of the community. This committee meets regularly from January to May, with the option to join via Zoom.

Signature Fundraising Event Committees

Pickering College Holiday Home Tour

Committee Chair: Current Parent, Sonya Bonerath

The Pickering College Holiday Home Tour has been a tradition in York Region for 15 years with over 800 guests kicking off the holiday season by attending this annual event. This committee meets regularly from September to June with the option to attend meetings via Zoom.

Pickering College Annual Golf Tournament

Committee Chair: Current Parent, Tom Kim

This annual event celebrates the spirit of community, the importance of friendship, and supports our school. This committee meets regularly from January to June with the option to attend meetings via Zoom.

For more information on volunteering at Pickering College, contact PCA Chair, Krystie Robinson-Vincent.