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Taking Eagles to new Heights!


Eagle Squadron Dads is a PTA initiative that invites fathers, step‑dads, grandfathers, and father‑figures to spend a full or half school day on campus, cheering on every learner and modeling leadership in action.

Pre-Flight Check

Morning/Afternoon Briefing

  • Check in at the front office with your ID and depending on full day or half day you will be given details of your mission!  

On Campus Possible Missions:

  • Greet students during arrival 

  • Encourage positive play and have fun with the students at recess 

  • Step into classrooms if a teacher has a need or something fun for you to do to help 

  • Go to your students specials (art, music, library, P.E.)

  • Eat lunch with your student

Your mission will not necessarily be with your student the full day! Missions may vary!

Debrief & Dismissal

  • Share any quick wins with the front office, return your badge, and head out knowing you made an impact

Are you Take-off Ready?

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1.    File Your Background Check

Complete the quick online form required by Hays CISD.  https://www.hayscisd.net/page/vips

2.    Join the PTA

Your membership—and your ideas—fuel programs, teacher grants, and family events. https://join-the-pta-47303.cheddarup.com

3.    Pick Your Flight Day

Fill out this form to help us plan and prep. my.cheddarup.com/c/eagle-squadron-form

4.    Suit Up & Show Up

Wear your Eagle Squadron t-shirt link here, grab your schedule (at the office), and prepare for high‑fives.

Pro Tip: Recruit a fellow dad to go the same day—double the impact, double the fun.

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FAQs

Do I have to stay the entire school day?

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No— but plan on 3-4 hours at a minimum. A full day plan is roughly 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. That gives you time to hit every part of the schedule. If you opt for a half day depending on when you come options will be different. If you do not do a full day the 3-4 hours can start and stop anytime during the day as long as it is in between 7:30am-2:30pm.  


Can I volunteer more than once?

Absolutely! Fly as often as you like; just repeat the sign‑up process for day selection. There is no need to re-do your background check within a calendar year or rejoin the PTA.

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I’m not a sports guy—what if recess makes me nervous?

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No worries. Your presence matters more than your jump‑shot. Pass out encouragement, help mediate playground rules, or simply cheer from the sidelines.


What if my job schedule is unpredictable?

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Choose a date now; we can reschedule if life throws turbulence your way.