Thanks for Volunteering
One of Alameda's greatest stengths is our culture of volunteerism. Volunteering benefits our teachers, staff, and students—and it’s a wonderful way to feel more connected to your child. You get a window into their world and the vibrant school environment that’s not always visible from outside the school grounds.
VOLUNTEERING
FIRST, make sure you have completed your PPS Background check
(Renewal required every 3 years)
Upcoming
Alameda's Scholastic Book Fair 2026
Fri Mar 6, 2026 – Mon Mar 16, 2026
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Sign up for a shift at Alameda's Scholastic book fair. This is a fun opportunity! We need help with set-up, running the cash registers, and keeping things organized. You'll be able to help kids and parents find the books they are looking for and even get some shopping done for yourself while you are there.​
Portland Public Schools Clothing Center - Alameda's Day
Monday March 9, 2026
9:30am-1:30pm
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Volunteer for Alameda’s day at the PPS Clothing Center! We need 4+ people to sort clothing and help families shop. Each school sends volunteers one day per fall/spring.
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3905 SE 91st at the Marshall Campus (details here)
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​Ongoing
Lunch Room Helpers Needed!
Provide relief for teachers and staff by helping our younger students in K-2
From 10:50-11:35am every day
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Responsibilities include:
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Be a calm presence, especially in the lunch line.
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Help young students in the lunch line decide what they’d like before reaching the counter, and make sure they grab a milk if they want one.
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Help at the compost/trash bin area.
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Remind kids to focus on eating.
​Looking to share your skills in other ways?
Fill out this form - you can indicate your skills and we'll find a good match. Or you can share your interest in helping us keep important programs going, like Oregon Battle of the Books, the Garden Team, Chess Club, etc. These make school magical for all of our kids, but they only happen when we have parents/caregivers to lead them.