CCVI Parent Group

At CCVI, each parent cares not only for his or her own child, but also for the other children. Since our opening in 1952, parents have supported CCVI in many ways — from painting and repairing a classroom in our first school building to volunteering their time in the classrooms and for other events. As a support group, the Parent Group meets monthly for educational and social opportunities.

Each year the Parent Group sponsors an ice cream social in early fall to kick-off the new school year, as well as providing a treat to the staff on the first day back. Other social activities might include a bunko party, an international dinner, or participating in the Brookside St. Patrick's Day parade.

Educational programs for parents have included speakers from both the CCVI staff and the community. Recent topics include parenting skills specific to special needs children, communication issues, sports activities for children who are blind, hippo therapy, and grief counseling.

Our Parent Group is also involved in raising much-needed funds for scholarships, emergency medical, family or therapy needs. Each year they sell holiday cards and help organize the annual Trolley Run Pledge Program.