Volunteers make Riderwood thrive.

Whether you have an hour or a whole season, your time matters. There’s a place for everyone, and we’d love your help. Be sure to complete your Volunteer Application!

Creating Connection

Help organize and format the school directory. Great for someone comfortable with Excel. Short-term commitment over a few weeks.
September
Acts as the communication bridge between the PTO/front office and room parents. Ideal for someone organized and responsive to email.
All Year
Work closely with your teacher and class families to support classroom events and communication. Often shared by two parents.
All Year
Love social media? Simply reshare PTO posts on Instagram and Facebook to keep families informed.
All Year

Rewarding Events

Help kick off the year with food, fun, and community.
September
Assist school staff with event support as needed.
All Year
Help spread the word, set up, and support the event.
October
Support ordering, setup, breakdown, and student shopping.
American Education Week
Help host a cozy morning with coffee, treats, crafts, and ornament decorating.
December
Plan our biggest fundraiser of the year—a grown-ups-only night out.
Winter or early spring
Coordinate group ticket sales for Riderwood families.
May
Organize and review scholarship applications for a graduating RES alum. Confidentiality required.
March–May

Making Memories

Sell spirit wear at select school events and keep Riderwood pride strong.
All year
Collect photos and help design a yearbook families will treasure.
Parents can submit photos to riderwoodyearbook@gmail.com.
All year
Support the art teacher with planning, setup, and display.
Spring
Help with practices, costumes, organization, and decorations.
Spring
Assist with games, activities, and volunteer coordination during the school day.
May
Help maintain flower beds at the main and kindergarten entrances. Quarterly volunteer coordination.
All year
Coordinate Teacher Appreciation Week and luncheon.
May
Led by 4th-grade parents to celebrate graduating 5th graders.
May–June
Collect photos and videos from K–5 to create a meaningful farewell tribute.
All year

Complete the volunteer application!

All potential volunteers, whether they be family, community members, or staff, must complete the volunteer application and participate in a training session annually beginning on July 1st. All volunteer training expires on June 30th. Please follow the steps below to complete the volunteer application process.

Step 1:

Complete a BCPS Volunteer Application

Complete and save a copy to your computer or device. This application is not submitted automatically. You will need to provide a copy to your school based coordinator either by email or providing a hard copy.

Applications are also available in the following languages:

Step 2:

Complete the online Volunteer Orientation training.

The training is available in English and Spanish. Once you've logged in, language selection is at the top right next to the profile picture. Once you have completed the training, you will be provided with a certificate. Please save a copy for your records.

New Users Click Here

Returning Users with an existing Vector Login

*If you have completed training in the past but don't remember your login information, please email our school's training coordinator for assistance in recovery.

Step 3:

Submit your certificate

Send your certificate and application to the volunteer coordinator at Riderwood. They will work with you to find the perfect placement!