IMS is very excited to announce our WalkAbout program is live again beginning on Tuesday, September 3, 2024

This is a great volunteer opportunity to see Middle Schoolers  in their "natural habitat" (school), and provide support if needed. Always remember, a friendly smile and “Hello” goes a long way. 

WHAT IS WALKABOUT?

WalkAbout is a PTSA program providing a positive adult presence on campus during peak times, primarily before/after school and during lunches. Walk About is more than just "discouraging inappropriate behavior". Your presence allows students to feel safe while giving you a great volunteer opportunity impacting your child’s environment and providing a connection to middle school.

WalkAbout volunteers simply walk campus areas at designated times (lunch, before and after school). It’s a longstanding program at IMS with a history of school administration and volunteer support. WalkAbout was started in 2001 and received a Washington State PTSA that same year.

WalkAbout needs many volunteers to keep our program vibrant and effective, and we NEED you!

To volunteer with WALKABOUT there are 3 important steps:

1. Be sure to have completed the ISD Volunteer Application This application must be completed each school year.
2. Watch the required short WalkAbout training video
3. Always sign in at the front office on the WALKABOUT VOLUNTEER clipboard, grab your WALKABOUT lanyard (always wear). SMILE! Keep a sense of humor! 

Questions or comments? Please e-mail: president@issaquahmiddleptsa.org

Mission Statement/Purpose:  To provide a positive and safe learning environment for students by having trained parent volunteers at school during high traffic times (before/after school and lunchtimes) moving through the campus in pairs to discourage inappropriate behaviors and act as a positive adult presence.

The WalkAbout program coincides with the Issaquah School District "Safe and Positive Environment" policy.