{"id":37272,"date":"2026-10-21T12:33:58","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T17:33:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schools.risd.org\/forestmeadowms\/?p=37272"},"modified":"2026-10-21T12:33:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T17:33:58","slug":"join-the-new-fmms-dads-club","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/schools.risd.org\/forestmeadowms\/join-the-new-fmms-dads-club\/","title":{"rendered":"Join the New FMMS Dads Club!","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited to announce the launch of the <strong>Forest Meadow Middle School Dads Club<\/strong>\u2014a new, parent-led initiative for dads and father figures looking to plug into our school community, support our teachers, and show up for our students!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is <strong>completely free to join<\/strong>, and you can participate as your schedule allows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>First Up: Wednesday Lunch Duty<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our first official initiative kicks off on <strong>Wednesday, October 21<\/strong>! We\u2019re asking dads to step in for 30-minute shifts during lunch to help manage the cafeteria, chat with students, and support school staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A Lunch (6th Grade):<\/strong> 11:43 AM \u2013 12:13 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B Lunch (7th Grade):<\/strong> 12:18 PM \u2013 12:48 PM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>C Lunch (8th Grade):<\/strong> 12:53 PM \u2013 1:23 PM<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lunch Duty Guidelines:<\/strong> It\u2019s a work shift, not a lunch date\u2014say hi to your student, then help work the room! Please eat beforehand, as outside food is not permitted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Get Started in 3 Easy Steps<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Get on the List:<\/strong> Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/forestmeadowdads.org\/\"><strong>forestmeadowdads.org<\/strong><\/a> or scan the QR code on the flyer to register for free and receive direct updates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register with RISD:<\/strong> Complete the standard Richardson ISD volunteer background check (approval takes a few days; links are available on the website).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grab a Shift:<\/strong> Select an available lunch period on the site that fits your schedule. You\u2019ll receive a reminder 48 hours before your shift!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FMMS Dads Club was started by two Forest Meadow dads with Principal Kemp&#8217;s backing. 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