Watch D.O.G.S. Program
Watch D.O.G.S. are Dads of Great Students who spend the day at Barnes.
Welcome to Dads of Great Students Home of the WATCH D.O.G.S.® Program ~ Established in 1998. The Dads of Great Students WATCH D.O.G.S.® program is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement, organizations designed and developed by educators, experts, and parent & guardian volunteers over more than two decades. Our programs for Elementary and Secondary School campuses help provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important. Meanwhile, we provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security, reduce bullying, and provide a greater sense of campus safety allowing students and teachers to focus on learning and instruction. Our mission is to support principals and teachers by providing willing volunteers while contributing to improved outcomes for students.
Here's some feedback we've received about the Watch Dogs Program:
I love how our car riders look for a Watch D.O.G. Dad in the mornings, looking to get a high-five (or high-paw)! ~Ms. Humphreys, Instructional Asst.
The most precious thing is when the WatchDogs interact at recess with the students. That extra bit of attention is really noticed by staff AND students. ~Mrs. Cantrell, 3rd Grade teacher
I see lots of smiles when the dads are helping in the cafeteria. ~Mrs. McLoughlin, Kindergarten Teacher
The look of awe, when the Watch D.O.G. Dad is down there doing science or GoNoodle, is priceless. One of those "melt your teacher's heart" moments! ~Mrs. Murray, 5th Grade Teacher
Watch D.O.G. Dads playing at Kinder recess is my favorite, especially when the little girls wrap their tiny little fingers around the hand of a Watchdog, who they may or may not know, and drag them over to play Barbies. ~Mrs. Smith, Kindergarten Teacher
Our dads, stepdads & granddads have been incredible! I am so happy with the investment we have seen from the men that make up our school community. They are joyful when they are here. They come with willing and participating spirits. They are totally here for the students. I love that we have this kind of support from our families because the support from our parents is what truly makes us successful!
~Ms. Zaragoza, Principal
