Thursday, January 19, 2017

National Center For Fathering's Watch D.O.G.S. Program


Matthew Musheno serves as an account manager for Johnson Controls, Inc. In his position, he is responsible for general contractor accounts, and leads teams of engineers that develop projects. In addition to his professional duties, Matthew Musheno stays involved with several charitable organizations, including the National Center for Fathering.

The National Center for Fathering offers different programs, including the Watch D.O.G.S., which stands for Dads of Great Students. The program involves male figures in a child’s life, such as fathers and uncles that are positive role models. These individuals assist at least one day a year in an activity assigned by their child’s school principal, such as being a crossing guard or working in the lunchroom. 

As more schools begin offering the program, male role models become involved not only in their child’s education, but also help to make environments positive, with less bullying, since there is a great feeling of security throughout the school. The program began in 1998, and is now present in over 40 states and five different countries.