FGSD appreciates the amazing volunteers that put in many hours in our school helping our students succeed. As the safety of students is of primary importance, the following procedures are required for processing volunteer requests.
A completed online volunteer application must be submitted through the HelpCounter system and reviewed by district administration.
The volunteer will be required to complete the volunteer criminal history verification process and receive final approval from the Human Resources Department prior to beginning their volunteer service.
REQUIRED TRAINING FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS
Protecting students from child abuse and sexual conduct
As part of the volunteer background check process, each applicant is required to review this document before they will be approved to volunteer in any capacity in the Forest Grove School District.
Confidentiality statement and agreement:
Visitors and volunteers are not employees, students, or business associates of the Forest Grove School District. However, they may have incidental contact with or information about persons using or receiving services at the Forest Grove School District. Visitors and volunteers will keep all incidental disclosures private and will not access protected health information of any Forest Grove School District staff, student or business associate. Any information obtained in the course of visiting or volunteering is only to be discussed with the appropriate teacher or staff member at the school. By clicking “I ACCEPT” on the volunteer application, you are stating that you have read and understand the above policies and acknowledge your responsibilities, and that you agree to report any problems related to privacy to your contact person at the Forest Grove School District.