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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My child is starting at one of the so called “Big 3s” in the fall, and I’m wondering what parent life is like. I assume most children have 2 working parents with busy/time consuming jobs (as is the case with us). Are parents expected to take off frequently for school responsibilities, such as chaperoning field trips, doing school tours, etc.? Are there social parent activities? [b]I’m just trying to figure out what to expect and how much additional time I should be expected to spend doing activities at the school. [/b]Thanks!! [/quote]

Truly as much or as little as you want. I mean, it's noticeable when a parent is very highly involved or does absolutely nothing (like, doesn't attend any functions or never contributes in any way to class parties) but no one will notice if you do the minimum or medium.[/quote]

No one does 'nothing' at private. They donate time or money or both... always![/quote]

Always is a pretty strong statement. I've seen plenty of parents do nothing. It's not the majority, most do get involved in one way or another, but there are definitely some who stay away and don't feel the need to donate.[/quote]

THIS.  It's not public school.  You don't need to "advocate" for your kids like you do in public.  It's in the interest of the school for your kid to succeed.[/quote]

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