At White County School System, we believe that education is a community effort. Together, we can strengthen our community, broaden our support network, and make a difference in the lives of our students. We are grateful for your support and encouragement as we continue to work together for the students of WCSS.
How to become a WCSS Volunteer
First, talk with the school office, athletic, or club trip sponsor to be sure there is a need for volunteers/chaperones/FC mentor. Choose an option, then follow these easy steps:
Option #1 Are you looking to be a short-term volunteer (visiting schools at most 2-3 times a year) or maybe chaperone one or two daytime field trips? If so, follow the steps below. If not, go to option #2.
1. Complete required Mandated Reporting Module*
2. ID Verification/Background Check (at school)
3. Pick up a sticker badge at School on the morning of the field trip or day of volunteering. The sticker badge is only valid for that day.
*It is required by law that volunteers complete the Mandating Reporting module each year.
Option #2 Are you planning on volunteering regularly (weekly, monthly, or several days per month), and do you plan on regularly chaperoning school day field trips, athletic/club events, Community Coach, or a TMU or UNG student? If so, follow the steps below. If overnight trip/event, go to option #3. (Note: ONLY the TMU Nursing students complete both the Mandated Reporting and Bloodborne Pathogen modules).
1. Complete the required Mandated Reporting Module*
2. Complete Long-term Badge Request
3. ID Verification/Background Check (at school)
4. Pick up your badge at the School Listed on the Badge Request Form
Final Step: Once you complete the requirements listed above, present your ID to the school office, and they will take it from here.
*It is required by law that volunteers complete the Mandating Reporting module each year. Therefore, volunteer badges are valid for one school year only.
Option #3 Do you plan on chaperoning an OVERNIGHT field trip, an athletic/club OVERNIGHT event, or have registered to become a Family Connection Mentor? If so, follow these easy steps:
1. Complete the required Mandated Reporting Module*
2. Complete Long-term Badge Request
3. ID Verification/Background Check (at School)
4. Acquire a Criminal Background Check from the Sheriff’s Department and present it to the school office. The chaperone is responsible for payment to the Sheriff's Department.
5. Your badge will be available for pick up at the School office you listed on the Badge Request Form or with your Family Connection representative.
*It is required by law that volunteers complete the Mandating Reporting module each year. Therefore, volunteer badges are valid for one school year only.