There are two primary goals of the WATCH D.O.G.S program:

1. To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
2. To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.

WATCH D.O.G.S are fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures who volunteer for at least one day each year at an official WATCH D.O.G.S school.

Program Benefits:

1. Students gain positive male role models.
2. Schools gain an extra set of eyes and ears. The presence of a father or father figure will provide an additional deterrent to bullying, enhance a sense of security in the building and will help create an environment conducive to learning.
3. Fathers get a glimpse of their students' everyday world and learn about the increasingly complex challenges and decisions today's youth are facing. As a result, they can learn to relate better to their students and hopefully connect with them.
4. Fathers gain a great awareness of the positive impact they can have on their student's life in three critical areas including: academic performance, self-esteem, and social behavior.

How do I become a WATCH D.O.G.?

To become a WatchDOG, follow these easy steps:

1. Submit your voluteer background check
2. Sign up for the date(s) you wish to volunteer. 
3. Order your WATCH D.O.G.S. T-Shirts at least two weeks in advance.
4. Expect an email from WatchDOGS coordinator, Justin Miller, a few days leading up to your day. If you need to change your schedule at the last minute, please notify Justin immediately.
5. Have FUN!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Justin Miller or email: bushwatchdogs@yahoo.com

Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a Bush Watch D.O.G.S. We are thrilled to have your presence on our campus this school year! Below you will find a list of expectations for your day at Bush.

• Be on time and be present.
• Be willing to help across the campus, you are here to be a Watch D.O.G. to all kids on campus.
• Schedules can change, please be flexible with your day. If you have questions you can check in with Mrs. Jackson, Mrs. Kollhoff or the front office staff.
• Make sure your interactions with each student is positive.
• Be mindful of school policies. For example, no piggy back rides, or bringing lunch items for students other than your own.
• During lunch please feel free to eat with your child’s class or you may dine at the visitor’s table with your child only.
• Most of all, enjoy your day and enjoy being a mentor!

Gracias por su interés en ser voluntario como miembro de Bush Watch D.O.G.S. ¡Estamos encantados de tener su presencia en nuestro campus este año escolar! A continuación encontrará una lista de expectativas para su día en Bush.

• Sea puntual y esté presente.
• Esté dispuesto a ayudar en todo el campus, este aquí para ser un Watch D.O.G. para todos los niños en el campus.
• Los horarios pueden cambiar, por favor sea flexible con su día. Si tiene preguntas, puede comunicarse con la Sra. Jackson, la Sra. Kollhoff o el personal de la oficina.
• Asegúrese de que sus interacciones con los estudiantes sean positiva.
• Sea consciente de las políticas de la escuela. Por ejemplo, no se permiten cargar a los estudiantes ni traer comida para el almuerzo para estudiantes que no sean los suyos.
• Durante el almuerzo, siéntase libre de comer con la clase de su hijo o puede cenar en la mesa de visitantes solo con su hijo.
• ¡Sobre todo, disfrute de su día y disfrute de ser un buen mentor!