Families

Buckingham Friends School is a close-knit community of families that are engaged in the life of the school on a regular basis. Drawing from communities in Bucks, Montgomery, and Hunterdon counties, BFS is a central point of connection for students and adults alike.

Parents volunteer on a regular basis and are commonly seen around campus. Because parents are so involved, students come to see school as a family endeavor and are accustomed to their parents’ presence. Many of the activities at BFS are only possible through the generous contribution of our families’ time, energy and creativity. In turn, their participation teaches the children, by example, the important lesson of being responsible members of the community. Grandparents are so important we even have a special day just for them.

All parents are automatically members of the Parent-Teacher-Administration Committee (PTAC).

Volunteerism

There are limitless opportunities to become involved, and work side by side with teachers, students and other parents. Parents can read to a class, chaperone a trip, help in the office or school store, maintain a garden, or serve as class parent. See a list of upcoming opportunities.

Fundraising

All members of the BFS community are asked to support the school’s Annual Fund drive as well as a variety of fundraising events throughout the year. Volunteers are invited to participate on parent-led committees for the two major annual fundraising events: the “Not Just Clothing Sale” in the fall and the Auction in the early spring. Throughout the year, parents also help with smaller fundraising events, such as the Lasagna Dinner, Poinsettia Sale, and Book Fair to fund specific projects and class trips.