Dads welcomed to Captain Strong Primary School

Battle Ground — More than 120 Dads of Good Students, or DOGS, swarmed Captain Strong Primary School on Jan. 22 — along with 200 kids. They were there to launch and celebrate Watch DOGS, a program that aims to get each dad (or father figure) to attend school with his kid for one day per year. Started by the National Center for Fathering, Watch DOGS’ goal is to “engage men, inspire children, reduce bullying and enhance the educational environment.” Watch DOGS at Captain Strong got off the ground with help from Glenwood Heights Primary School, which started its own program years ago. “With an increase in fathers and father figures throughout the building we are sure to see an increase in achievement and a reduction in student misbehavior,” principal Michael Michaud said.