What is a volunteer?
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V - Valuable is the work you do.
O - Outstanding is how you always come through.
L - Loyal, sincere, and full of good cheer.
U - Untiring in your efforts throughout the year.
N - Notable are the contributions you make.
T - Trustworthy in every project you take.
E - Eager to reach your every goal.
E - Effective in the way you fulfill your role.
R - Ready with a smile like a shining star.
S - Special and wonderful, that’s what you are!
Parent Volunteer
Training
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Worthington Elementary School
September 2012
Outcomes
At this training you will become:
• Familiar with Worthington’s Volunteer Code of
Ethics
• More knowledgeable about HCPSS policies
• More knowledgeable about Worthington’s
volunteer procedures
• Registered to be a volunteer at Worthington
Volunteer Code of Ethics
• Attitude: Please come to school with a good
attitude, one that will say to the principal and
teachers, "I'm glad you asked me to help you, "
and one that will say to the boy or girl you’re
working with, "You are so special. I'm glad that I
have an opportunity to work with you.”
• Behavior: You are another role model for our
students. Be sure to dress and act appropriately.
• Dependability: Make a professional commitment-please be dependable. The teachers are planning
activities for you and the students. Keeping your
part of the bargain is very important. Please
notify your school office if you cannot come.
Volunteer Code of Ethics
• Communication:
– You will always work under the direction and
supervision of a teacher or other member of
the school staff. The relationship between the
volunteer and the teacher is a professional
one--one of the mutual respect and confidence.
– We want your volunteer work to be a learning
activity for you so if you have questions as to
policy and procedures, please ask the
appropriate person--the teacher, or
administration.
Volunteer Code of Ethics
• Confidentiality: Any information to which you
have access to in the school or classroom is
confidential. For example,
– You may have occasion to know the children who are
succeeding and those who are struggling, so please
remember that any information pertaining to a child
must be left in the classroom. It is only the teacher’s
role to communicate a student’s progress.
– Personal reactions to a particular member of staff or
child should be confidential.
– Never express differences of opinion or dissatisfaction
in the presence of others OR through social media such
as Facebook or email. Please take all suggestions or
matters of concern to the teacher in private.
Volunteer Code of Ethics
• Respectful Actions:
– We ask that you always sign in and out and
wear your badge at all times while in the
building .
– Please leave younger children at home and turn
off cell phones, as your attention needs to be
on the children and task.
– No food or drink in the classroom.
– Parent volunteering time is not a time for
visiting or to hold parent conferences.
Volunteer Code of Ethics
• Safe Actions: It is a good practice to never be
alone with a child, and to use verbal positive
praise rather than touch to recognize good
effort.
• Support: As volunteers, you are a support to the
staff members in the building. They are
responsible for the education and discipline of
the students at school. Therefore, follow the
plan/instructions left for you and communicate
any behavioral concerns to the teacher.
Important Policies
(These can be found on the school system website
at www.hcpss.org.)
• Confidentiality (Policy # 9050)
– As noted earlier, as HCPSS staff we are bound by strict
confidentiality guidelines which you agree to follow as
volunteers.
• Wellness (Policy #9090)
– Please keep in mind the content of this policy and avoid
bringing in snacks for the students.
• Child Abuse and Neglect (Policy
#1030)
– As service providers we are required to report any
suspected abuse. You are another set of eyes and ears to
help keep our students safe!
What if…???
• A neighbor asks about her child’s reading
group. How do you handle that?
(All information about students is confidential. See note about Confidentiality Policy 9050 in
You would tell the parent that he or she should
contact their child’s reading teacher to inquire about their
progress.
previous slide)
• Your math groups are doing so well that you
thought to bring in some candy as a reward.
Would that be okay? No. We must follow the Wellness Policy 9090.
Important Policies Cont.
• Civility (Policy #1000)
– This helps to remind us that an environment of
mutual respect and civil conduct between and
among students, school system employees,
parents, volunteers, and the general public is
critical to the achievement of students and staff.
• Weapons (Policy #9250)
– No weapons are allowed.
– Communicate any concerns to the administration.
Our School-Wide
Expectations
• P-
Prepared
• A-
Always kind
• W-
Work hard
• S-
Safety
Volunteer Opportunities
• One-on-One/Small Group Program
• Individual or Small Groups within the
Teams
• Creating Materials of Instruction
• Related Arts/Support Personnel
• Special Events
• Field Trips
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Field Trips
• Without assistance from chaperones, field trips
would not be possible, so we appreciate
parents’ willingness to provide this service.
• To assist us in making trips a positive
experience for all, all chaperones will be
required to read and sign a document that
reviews the chaperone expectations and liability
insurance coverage provided by the county.
• You will be given more information about a
specific field trip if you choose to chaperone.
What if…???
• Your child wants you to take him to the
museum “store” - although that’s not a part of
the trip, would it be okay for you to take him
to the store to buy him a little something? No.
Please follow the planned activities. Participation experience needs to remain consistent
for all students.
• You decide to meet your child at the museum
the day of the trip. Does your child need to
stay with his or her chaperone, or can you
take your child with you on your own route?
For safety and liability reasons, your child must remain with the chaperone but you may
accompany your child with the assigned group.
Logistical Information
• Fire drill plan - you must exit with the
students
• Use the nearest exit.
Conclusion
• We thank you for your time, support
and adherence to these guidelines. We
look forward to partnering with you to
provide the best education possible for
all our students.
• Please click on the link below to
conclude this training.
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