At Mainspring Academy, we believe in the power of a caring community. Volunteers play an important part in our mission by bringing their time, talents, and compassion to help enrich the learning experiences of our students. Every act of service – big or small – makes a lasting difference.
There are many ways for parents to volunteer and earn the 10 required annual parent participation hours at Mainspring Academy. Parent involvement plays a key role in enhancing both the school community and each student’s experience. View the Parent Participation Guide to explore ways to volunteer – whether in person or from home. If you’re interested in helping with any of the activities listed, keep an eye on our monthly newsletter for upcoming sign-up opportunities as they become available.
The Mainspring Academy Parent Action Committee (PAC) is a wonderful way for parents who can dedicate additional time and talents to make an even greater impact. PAC members help plan and coordinate school events and small fundraisers, creating memorable experiences for students and staff. PAC members should be available to attend most monthly morning meetings, typically held on the first Tuesday of each month in the Mainspring cafeteria.
If you’re interested in joining the Mainspring Academy PAC, please contact our Head of School Dina Parisi, at (904)503-0344, or dparisi@mainspringacademy.org.
There are usually several opportunities for special facility projects on campus.
Common needs include:
General cleaning and organization
Painting
Light repairs, assembly, installation, patching, and mounting
Weeding and landscaping
Bring your creativity to one of our annual celebrations by decorating or running a fun station.
Events include:
Fall Festival
Thanksgiving Feast
Winter Performance
Teacher Appreciation Week
Summer Splash Day
Family Breakfasts
Twice a year, Mainspring Academy hosts a private on-campus Special Olympics event featuring basketball, flag football, soccer, and track and field.
Volunteers can:
Supervise individual skill stations
Record scores and totals for award rankings
Serve as guest athletes, coaches, or mascots (local public figures welcome)
Every September during Spirit Month, Mainspring welcomes local public service agencies to meet and inspire our students.
Past guests have included:
Law enforcement officers
Firefighters
Military representatives
Local public figures
Public figures with special needs
Volunteers are always appreciated to help with organizing, cleaning, and maintaining key areas around campus, including:
Curriculum room
Technology closet
PE closet
Art room
Life Skills room
Social skills room
High school students seeking community service hours are welcome to inquire about available opportunities. Please use the contact form at the top of this page to share your interests and check availability.
Students must be self-sufficient in tracking and managing their service hours and communicating directly with Mainspring administration.
