Rowland Hall is thrilled to introduce the incoming Home & School Association presidents for the 2024–2025 school year.

Sarah Campsen will lead the Lincoln Street Campus Home & School Association, while Alexis Swaringer, Jamie Waters, and Nan Marquardt will lead the McCarthey Campus Home & School Association.

We recently asked the volunteers to share what they’re looking forward to in the coming school year. Responses have been lightly edited.

As an incoming Home & School president, what are your goals for 2024–2025?

Alexis: My goal is to continue to support and advocate for our children by partnering with the faculty to create a safe and inclusive Rowland Hall community where children have a positive learning environment.

Jamie: I would like to build on our family and community engagement as well as strengthen our partnership with our teachers to support our children’s educational success.

Nan: My primary goals are to increase parent involvement as well as to continue to support our wonderful teachers and staff throughout the year. I want every family to have a strong sense of community within our school, and I hope to promote this by helping to organize events and activities that advocate inclusivity and diversity. One of my favorite aspects of Home & School is the emphasis it places on teacher appreciation. I love how the parents show how much they value the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff throughout the year. I want to continue assisting our teachers in a way that demonstrates to them that they are both appreciated and supported.

What is special about Home & School and why do you choose to volunteer for our parent-school organization?

Alexis: I thoroughly enjoy volunteering my time interacting with the children, teachers, staff, and parents, while doing my part to enhance the Rowland Hall community.

Jamie: I am amazed by the number of engaged parents at Rowland Hall, and it’s such a joy to work with parents from different grades I might not otherwise meet. I also enjoy volunteering at school, where I have gotten to know our extraordinary teachers and staff.

Nan: Home & School is special because it serves as a vital bridge between families and the school, fostering collaboration, communication, and community spirit. When my kids started at Rowland Hall a few years ago, I immediately felt included in the school community through the outreach programs and events that Home & School organizes throughout the year. It has been amazing to see how many parents are involved with Home & School. It makes it easy to get to know other families and to build a community.

Participating in Home & School activities allows families to connect with other parents, share experiences and ideas, and build supportive relationships within the school community.—Nan Marquardt

What do you want families to know about getting involved with Home & School and why do you encourage them to do so?

Alexis: The Rowland Hall community is inclusive to all families and we welcome participation and ideas by all. We have numerous volunteer opportunities throughout the year that are conducive to all levels of time commitments. By getting involved it helps foster a healthy atmosphere on campus.

Jamie: Families can get involved in Home & School in a way that best fits their lives, whether that be for an hour or year-long position. Everyone is welcome! It is informative and rewarding to be involved, but my favorite is seeing a huge smile on my daughter’s face when she sees me on campus.

Nan: Getting involved with Home & School is a wonderful way to get to know other parents. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities that accommodate different schedules and interests. Participating in Home & School activities allows families to connect with other parents, share experiences and ideas, and build supportive relationships within the school community. You can put in as much or as little time as fits your schedule and it is all appreciated!

Learn more about Home & School and ways you can get involved or connect with other families.

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