District Volunteer Application

CESD Governing Board Policy 1240 states that “The Governing Board recognizes that volunteer assistance in schools can enrich the educational program, increase support of students, and contribute to school safety while strengthening the school’s relationship with the community.” A volunteer serves a school in a day-to-day capacity onsite to support school functions.”

If you are interested in Volunteering at your student(s) school site, please follow the steps below:

1. Let your site administrator know you are interested in volunteering and in what capacity;
2. Click on this link to access the Raptor clearinghouse for volunteerism in our district;
3. On this link you must upload a recent copy of a negative TB test within the past 4 years;
   

By completing this application, volunteers agree to abide by the following terms:

     1. I will sign in at the main office upon arrival and sign out when I leave for the day.
     2. I will wear my volunteer badge at all times while participating in volunteer activities.
     3. Except in case of emergency, I will give 24 hour notice when I cannot keep a scheduled assignment.
     4. I will follow the dress code of the school.
     5. I will only use the adult bathroom facilities.
     6. I will never be alone with individual students unless supervised by a teacher or other school staff.
     7. I will not contact students outside of school hours, or exchange contact information, without the written permission of the school staff and the student’s parents.
     8. If I have reason to suspect child neglect or abuse, I will report this immediately and confidentially to the principal.
     9. I will treat all students, families, and employees with respect regardless of their race, gender, class, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or immigration status.
     10. I will treat all children equally.
     11. I will not share confidential information with anyone inside or outside of the school without the written permission of the principal or other administrator.
     12. I will report behavior problems to the teacher or other supervising school personnel.
     13. I will respect the authority of all school personnel.
     14. I will learn the rules regarding drills and emergencies and follow the direction of faculty or staff.

You cannot volunteer until all of the above steps are finished and your site administrator or school office manager verifies your approval via call or email.

Thank you for your continued support of CESD and your volunteerism.

Personal Information

Please select the schools at which you wish to volunteer

Please select the functions from the list below. (select all that apply)

Documents

The following document is required by the state to authorize clearance within this school district.  Your TB test can be uploaded as an image from your phone or a PDF.  If you have difficulty uploading your document, you can reach out to your Office Manager.

Please select the organization(s) on behalf of which you are volunteering (if not applicable, select "None")

Please read the disclaimer below and provide your signature

IF YOU INTEND TO CHAPERONE ON STUDENT STUDY TRIPS OR VOLUNTEER IN SCHOOL CLASSROOMS/SITES YOU MUST READ THE FOLLOWING:

As a chaperone, I agree to do the following:

· Follow the direction of any teacher or administrator involved with this event.

· Ride the bus or any other transportation in which the students I am chaperoning are riding.

· Supervise no more than the specific number of students I am assigned (i.e. eight (8) students per chaperone).

· Follow the trip itinerary.

· Stay with my designated students at all times.

· Not bring other children on the trip.

· Not smoke during the trip.

· Not consume alcohol during the trip.

· Not use illegal drugs during the trip.

· Not be on my cell phone, unless an emergency.

· Not engage in inappropriate or sexual contact, have sexual conversations, or other inappropriate conversations with any minor or student.

· Not allow students to engage in sexual conduct with other students.

· Follow all school rules and policies.

· Ensure that students follow all school rules and policies.

Each volunteer is expected to maintain confidentiality regarding each student and family. If volunteers hear about or observe evidence of child abuse, volunteers will report the information to the site principal or designee immediately. Volunteers understand that their service activities as a volunteer are determined by the administrator and/or teacher and may be discontinued at any time.

I understand that if I violate any of the conditions outlined herein, I will be denied the privilege of chaperoning. I also understand a District or Site Administrator has the right to deny me the privilege of chaperoning for any reason at any time. I have read and understand the information above. I agree to follow these and other guidelines set by the District.

By providing your signature, you are agreeing to abide by the rules and regulations of the District Volunteer Program. One or more of the volunteer activities you have selected may require you to provide your United States social security number so we can perform a criminal background check. Your social security number will only be used for this purpose and we do not retain this information.

Thank You

Your volunteer application has been successfully submitted and will be reviewed according to the district's volunteer policy. In the near future, you will be notified of your volunteer status. If you have any questions, please contact your School Office Manager.