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What is Watch D.O.G.S.?

WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family and community engagement organizations in the country. In 1998, the very first WATCH D.O.G.S. program launched at Gene George Elementary in Springdale, AR. Today, more than 6,450 schools across the country have launched a WATCH D.O.G.S. program of their own. Each school year hundreds of thousands of fathers and father-figures make a positive impact on millions of children by volunteering millions of hours in their local schools through this amazing one-of-a-kind program.

 

Watch D.O.G.S. Program Purpose and Benefits

  • To serve as a positive male role model for the students, demonstrating by their presence, that education is important.
  • To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.
  • Schools gain an extra set of eyes and ears. The presence of a father or father figure will provide an additional deterrent to bullying, enhance a sense of security in the building, and will help to create an environment conducive to learning.
  • Fathers get a glimpse of students’ everyday world and learn about the increasingly complex challenges and decisions today’s youth are facing.
  • Fathers gain a greater awareness of the positive impact they can have on their student’s life in three critical areas including: academic performance, self-esteem, social behavior.

 

Rogers WATCH D.O.G.S.

We would love for you to sign up for our Rogers Watch D.O.G.S. program this year to serve as a positive influence on our students and lend a helping hand!  Join our pack and you can help during drop-off, pick-up, announcements, hallway activities as well as lunch and recess. This is a great way for fathers and father-figures to bond with the kids and be an integral part of the school and children’s lives.

 

ROGERS watch d.o.g.s. CHECKLIST

  • Watch D.O.G.S. is a PTA sponsored program, so you must be a PTA member to participate - Join Here
  • Watch D.O.G.S. must complete and pass a background check at least 1 week prior to your scheduled date - Start Your Background Check Here
  • Watch D.O.G.S. must wear an official Watch D.O.G.S vest, which will be provided by the front office upon check in on your volunteer day
  • Sign up to volunteer at least 2 weeks in advance

a day in the life of rogers' watch d.o.g.s.

Expectations of Watch D.O.G.S:

  • Be on time and be present. You will be given a customized schedule for your day. Please adhere to that schedule. 
  • Be willing to help across the campus, you are here to be a Watch D.O.G. to all kids on campus.
  • Minimize disruptions to the classroom and instruction time
  • Schedules can change, please be flexible with your day. If you have questions you can check in with  the front office staff.
  • Make sure your interactions with each student are positive.
  • Be mindful of school policies. When in doubt, please ask a staff member. 
  • Most of all, enjoy your day and enjoy being a mentor!

 

 

 

 

   

You can learn more about Watch D.O.G.S. by contacting our "Top Dog" — Chuck Smith at watchdogs@rogersfriscopta.org