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Join the Bear Brigade

Spend part of the school day with your Bear while being a positive male presence for students throughout Brinker.

View Available Shifts

Spend Time With Your Bear

Connect with your student during their school day.

Support Students

Help throughout the building, cafeteria, recess and specials.

Support Faculty

Help with reading, math and science.

Build Community

Be a positive and welcoming presence for all Brinker Bears.

Choose Your Shift

Morning Shift

7:15 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Afternoon Shift

11:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m.

What You'll Do

Bear Brigade volunteers support students and faculty throughout the school day. Your shift may include:

Assisting with morning or afternoon carpool.

Supporting students in the cafeteria during lunch.

Helping monitor recess.

Visiting specials including art, music and PE.

Visiting classrooms based on grade-level schedules.

Providing an extra set of eyes and ears around the building.

Want to See Your Bear During Your Shift?

Before signing up, review the sample grade-level schedules on the volunteer sign-up page to choose a shift that best overlaps with your student’s lunch, recess or specials. Please note: one student may be represented per shift.

View Grade-Level Schedules

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