Dear Omak School District Volunteer,


Thank you for your willingness to volunteer in the Omak School District. Parental and community involvement are key to student success, and we appreciate your time and contribution in support of the school program.

In accordance with RCW 43.43.830 (Regulatory Code of Washington), the Omak School District is required to register all volunteers and perform an electronic background check through the Washington State Patrol. Initiation of this process begins with completion and submittal of the attached volunteer application. There is no expense to you. To ensure safety to our students, you must receive approval from your building supervisor prior to providing volunteer services. Please allow a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours for this process to be completed, after forms are submitted to your school contact.

To assist and guide you toward success in your role as a volunteer, the following information and web links to district policies are provided. You are expected to review and abide by the following expectations, complete required paperwork and receive district approval before providing volunteer services.

 
Roles and Expectations

-Volunteers serve as helpers working under the direction of a school staff member.
-All instructional services must be under the supervision of certificated staff.
-Accept direction from district staff members.
-Attend specific training before assisting with any activity, if applicable.
-Refer any student problem that may arise to the classroom teacher or district staff member, whether of an instructional, medical, behavioral or operational nature.
-Abide by the building’s procedures for signing in and out of the building each day.
-Wear an identification badge as required by the school administrator.
-Follow all district policies and procedures.                                              

                                                                                                                                             
Harassment

The Omak School District is committed to a positive and productive working environment free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. The District is also committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers and patrons that is free from harassment, intimidation, bullying and cyber bullying. Volunteers are expected and required to respect and uphold both district policies #3207 Prohibition of Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying and Cyber Bullying and #5011 Sexual Harassment. You are asked to review each of these policies in detail prior to volunteering.  https://app.eduportal.com/share/8ed4c8523fa0421b and https://app.eduportal.com/share/38f92183b31aca29.



Confidentiality

Volunteers shall not discuss the performance, actions or other information about any student except with the student’s teacher, school counselor or principal. As well as district policy, this is mandated by the federal statute, “The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, 34 CFR Part 99”. Confidentiality pertains to both written records, video or audio recordings, and verbal statements.

Other Information

Volunteer Coaches, Field Trip Chaperones, and Athletic/Activity Club Drivers must list their social security number on the application in order to be eligible for fingerprint fees reimbursement. 

We appreciate your cooperation with district procedures which assist us to ensure children at Omak School District are always safe!