We are thrilled to welcome you to the Parker Elementary community! Below are volunteer opportunities!
Complete your VIPS for the 26/27 School year
Register with HISD Volunteers in Public Schools (also known as VIPS) as soon as possible to save time before your first volunteer event! You will need to do this if you plan to attend field trips or any other school event.
Every new school year requires a new VIPS approval, so be sure to visit HISD's VIPS page to complete your training and registration. Registration for the 26/27 school year is now open.
To efficiently serve our HISD community, we are asking all volunteers to register no more than two weeks prior to their scheduled volunteer event. The background check process takes 3-5 business days to be processed. You will receive an automated response from donoreply@raptortech.com.
Steps to become a VIPS Volunteer (English & Spanish)
Complete the Volunteer Survey 2026-2027
Every family brings unique gifts to our school community, and we want to make sure everyone has a chance to get involved in ways that fit best!
Please take 2–3 minutes to complete our quick volunteer survey. Whether you have a few free hours to lend a hand, a special skill or passion to share, or resources to contribute, your support makes a world of difference for our students and teachers.
Sign-Up for Volunteer Opportunities
Check out our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Use the link and complete the sign-up form. After signing up, you can find your Volunteer forms under the My Stuff tab.
All Year, multiple dates
PTO Meeting & Event Food Volunteers 26-27
Parker Patch Garden Work Days 26-27
September 2026
Grandparents Day Lunches, September 8-10
October 2026
El Mercado de Parker, October 7-8
November 2026
APEX Obstacle Course Day, November 5
Thanksgiving Lunches, November 17-19
February 2027 (Sign-up coming soon!)
Book Fair Week, February 22-26
PTO Auction Gala, February 26
April 2027
Family Literacy Night, April 8
PE Expo Day, April 30 (Tentative)
May 2027
Teacher Appreciation Week, May 3-7
