WalkAbout is one of the easiest ways to stay connected to IMS as your student becomes more independent.
WalkAbout volunteers are parents and caregivers who spend time on campus during busy parts of the school day, providing an extra friendly, visible adult presence for students and staff.
It's simple: walk around, be present, be friendly, and pay attention.
During your shift, you might:
WalkAbout volunteers are a supportive presence, not school security or disciplinarians. Volunteers can offer friendly reminders to make responsible choices, provide assistance, and help students feel noticed and supported. When a situation requires intervention or discipline, school staff take the lead. Together, volunteers and staff help keep IMS welcoming, connected, and safe.
Middle school offers fewer opportunities for parents to be inside the school than elementary school. WalkAbout gives you a chance to see IMS during an ordinary school day while doing something useful for the entire school community. Parents who have participated describe it as a low-commitment way to stay connected, see how students interact during the school day, meet other parents, and better understand the middle-school environment.
Getting started is easy:
No special expertise required. Just show up, walk around, be friendly, and be present.
Choose the time that works for you - before school, during lunch, or after school.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Wednesday
Sign up for the shifts that fit your schedule - come once, occasionally, or make WalkAbout part of your routine.
Questions? Contact president@issaquahmiddleptsa.org - we’re happy to help!
If it’s your first WalkAbout shift, we can also pair you with an experienced parent volunteer to show you the ropes and walk alongside you. You don’t have to figure it out on your own.
