1. Holley-Navarre Intermediate Volunteer orientation
August 29, 2019

2. Welcome!
Beth Mosley,
Principal

3. Overview of Volunteer Program
Ann Thompson,
Assistant Principal

4. Goals of Volunteer Program
Increase parent and family engagement
Provide assistance and support to classroom teachers and support staff
Improve communication and strengthen relations between school and community
Enrich student experiences through unique contributions by volunteers

5. Volunteer Application Process
Volunteer application must be completed each year
Background check will be completed by school
List of applicants for approval will be submitted to SRC School Board each month
Once approved or denied, volunteers will be contacted by the school

6. Volunteer Expectations
Safety-sign in and out
Positive role model for students
Information regarding students is confidential and should not be shared
Concerns regarding student safety should be discussed with administration
Volunteer duties and times should be coordinated through the designated teacher or staff member

7. Volunteer Guidelines Always sign in and out through the front office.
Wear volunteer badge in a readily visible location.
Do not disclose private or confidential student information to anyone.
Volunteers may not discipline children.
Always work under the supervision of a teacher or staff member.
Possession of any type of tobacco products is prohibited on campus.
Consult the classroom teacher regarding students’ allergies.
Cell phones should be in silent mode to avoid classroom disruptions.
Volunteers should use staff/adult restrooms and not student restrooms.

8. TipS for Positive interactions with Students
Call students by name when possible.
Accept children as they are.
Encourage and affirm students.
Only provide students with materials and/or food approved by the teacher.
Encourage students with “high fives” or fist bumps rather than physical contact.
Be friendly and enthusiastic- it is contagious! 

9. Volunteer Check-in/out
Robbie Neely,
Data Processor

10. Tammie White, Guidance Counselor
Confidentiality
Tammie White,
Guidance Counselor

11. Parent Support Team (PST)
Gretchen Brown,
Coordinator

12. Please Visit the HNIS website for more information
You will find a link to the Santa Rosa County School District’s Volunteer Handbook at hnischool.weebly.com.

13. HNIS Seahawks send a