Volunteer Information
Volunteer Information & Directions
Welcome
We want to thank you for your interest in volunteering at ACA; volunteers are the heart of ACA. Volunteers make so many things possible that would either go undone or have a great budgetary impact. The volunteer’s efforts directly enrich our children’s educational experience at ACA.
Connecting our Volunteers
Follow the links below to connect directly with routine opportunities for volunteering at each campus.
- ACA Primary
- We are always looking for volunteers to help with:
- Morning drop-off - 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. on the west side of the campus (any time during this time is helpful)
- Making copies, lunchroom support, helping teachers ready materials for a lesson
- Chaperone a field trip (must be a registered volunteer to assist with field trips; please note that field trip participation is usually limited by the venue and, sadly, it is not always possible to include everyone on every trip).
- We are always looking for volunteers to help with:
- ACA Intermediate
- We are always looking for volunteers to help with:
- Morning drop-off - 7:30 am to 8:00 am on the east drive (any time during this time is helpful)
- Making copies, laminating, sorting/filing, shelving library books, and other routine tasks; SIGN UP HERE
- Chaperone a field trip (must be a registered volunteer to assist with field trips; please note that field trip participation is usually limited by the venue and, sadly, it is not always possible to include everyone on every trip).
- We are always looking for volunteers to help with:
- ACA MS
- Volunteer as a parent sponsor for one of our clubs or sports teams (assist the coach in coordinating and communicating events, snacks, celebrations)
- Chaperone at the dance
- Sign up to assist with copy jobs: SIGN UP HERE
- Chaperone field trips
Information & Instructions for the Volunteer Packet
When are volunteer packets accepted?
Volunteer applications are accepted during regular ACA business hours two periods per school year:
• July 15 through September 15 of each school year
• January 15 through February 15 of each school year
If a volunteer application is received outside of these dates and times, other than an application related to a newly enrolling student, it will not be processed and the applicant should reapply during the next enrollment period. If either September 15th or February 15th occurs on a weekend, applications that are complete with all necessary documents and signatures will continue to be accepted if submitted before midnight on the 15th.
Familes of students who enroll after the volunteer application window have closed will be provided a 10-day period to submit their volunteer applications.
Who must apply to be a volunteer?
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If you regularly help at ACA and you meet one of the following criteria:
• You are performing volunteer work and may be unaccompanied at any time by an ACA employee while performing your volunteer duties. (examples: drop-off and pickup, Dad’s Club, classroom help, cafeteria help, field day help, field trip chaperones, auction, etc.)
• An ACA Administrator requests that you complete a volunteer application
How long does the process take?
Please allow two to four weeks for the processing of your application. Every effort will be made to process your application in a timely manner.
What happens if I have a criminal history that appears during the DPS Computerized Criminal History Verification process?
A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from becoming an registered volunteer. The Safety Coordinator will review the criminal background information and determine volunteer eligibility in accordanc with the ACA Criminal History and Background Review Procedures.
If an applicant fails to indicate that they have prior criminal history, by indicating “no” when in fact criminal history for the applicant exists, the application will be denied.
How will I be notified of my eligibility status?
Eligible applicants will be emailed a notification once their volunteer application has been validated and their name has been placed on a registered volunteer list. A valid email is required to complete the volunteer application. Ineligible applicants will be emailed information about the appeal process.
How often does ACA require a volunteer to reapply?
Volunteers are required to complete a new volunteer application each school year.
If you have any questions, please call the district administrative offices at 817-987-1819.