Free training
Take the FREE7 Steps to Success Training.
Start a new WATCH D.O.G.S.® program at your school or step in to lead an existing one. Training is on demand. The WATCH D.O.G.S.® National Office is the only authorized provider.
Tell us where you are using the form. HQ emails your training portal link within one business day.
What you get when you sign in
Three short videos, one support document.
The training is delivered in three role-specific videos so you only watch the one that matches your situation. The Important Program Guidelines support document is in the dashboard alongside the videos so your team can follow along.
Starting a new program
The full walkthrough for schools launching from scratch. Covers the seven-step launch process, the launch event templates, and the first-90-days operating cadence. About 22 minutes.
Leading an existing program
For Top Dog Coordinators inheriting a running program. Covers the year-over-year transition, the schedule reset, and what to do in the first month. About 14 minutes.
Day on duty for a volunteer
The quick-start for a dad signed up to volunteer his first day. Covers the uniform, the dog tag, what to expect in the schedule, and what NOT to do. About 7 minutes.
Who should take it
Every adult who helps run the program.
- Principal and / or Assistant Principal
- PTA / PTO Representative
- Watch Dog School Representative and / or School Counselor
- Top Dog Coordinator and Top Dog Team Members
WATCH D.O.G.S.® suggests the Watch Dog School Representative, Top Dog Coordinator, and Top Dog Team listen to the training at least once each year. Individual dads who plan to volunteer for a single day only need to watch the 7-minute Day on Duty variant.