Hawk Guys

If you are a father or father figure of a Prairie Trail student, you are a Hawk Guy.

Inspired by the nationally recognized Watch D.O.G.S. program, Hawk Guys brings positive male role models into students’ school lives. The program aims to build the same kind of support in our own community and school.

Why take part?

Community engagement
Strengthen the bond between your family and the school, and help create a supportive environment for your child’s education.
Role modeling
Show students involvement, dedication, and commitment. Taking part in school activities reinforces the importance of education and engagement in their lives.
Networking and support
Connect with other parents and guardians, share experiences, exchange advice, and build a network through the challenges and joys of parenthood.

U.S. Department of Education research associates involved fathers with stronger academic success, fewer truancy, suspension, and expulsion problems, greater self-esteem and self-confidence, and stronger father-child relationships.

Time at school

Hawk Guys volunteer during Friday lunch recesses, weather permitting. The program plans to add volunteer opportunities and events for fathers, father figures, and Prairie Trail students.

Listed fall dates: September 18–November 20.
Listed spring dates: March 26–May 21.

These dates do not specify a school year. Confirm current sessions in BetterImpact or with Travis James before planning your visit.