Community Nights featuring Homework Diners are a welcoming family engagement event at the Owen Middle School campus that includes a free, catered meal for families and students, time for relationship building between school staff and families, academic tutoring support and connections to community resources.
First Community Night of each month is game night! Community Nights are open to any family in the Owen community, whether they have a child attending the school or not.
The Owen Middle Community Night occurs every Thursday from 5:00-6:30 pm. Each week will have 4 slots available for a 2-hour shift. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 4:45 pm and leave at 6:45 pm to assist with setting up and breaking down the event.
Roles
- Registering, welcoming, and directing attendees at the event
- Homework Support
- Meal Service Assistance
Attire
- Wear comfortable, close-toed non-skid shoes (ie. sneakers, Crocs, etc.)*
- Wear clothing that you are ok getting dirty*
- *For those serving food.
Requirements
- Read the follow-up email sent by the UWABC Community Nights Manager - be sure to arrive at the relevant time for the shift
- Follow all Health and Safety guidelines
Health & Safety
- Masks are optional, bring your own if you need one
- Hand sanitizer is available on site
- Gloves provided while handling food
Skills
- Positive customer service skills
- Bending, twisting, and stooping can occur depending on the role assigned
- Comfortable standing for long periods of time
Location
- Owen Middle School 730 Old US Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778
To sign up for this volunteer opportunity:
- Individuals can click the blue "Respond" button above to secure their spot and receive next step instructions about the event
- If you want to volunteer with friends, family, or coworkers, the blue “Respond as a Team” button above to secure everyone’s spot in the group
- Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!