Volunteering In Our Schools

The East Troy Community School District welcomes and encourages parental involvement in our schools and offers many opportunities throughout the year for families and the community to engage with our student(s) in school-based events and activities. The Board encourages the use of tutors and other school volunteers to help bridge the gap between the schools and the East Troy community. These volunteers may assist teachers and other school personnel while under the supervision of a teacher, advisor, coach, supervisor or school principal. 

Keeping our students, faculty, and staff safe is a top priority! When you visit our schools, please be aware of the visitor and volunteer guidelines below that help us maintain a safe environment for our students and staff. The District requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for those serving as a volunteer, chaperone, or other sponsor for K-12 activities as outlined below:

• School volunteers
• Parents and others who participate in any activities to assist or chaperone students.  Activities would include field trips and any other activities designated by the principal. Field Day participants who assist with activities require a background check.
• Any other activities that require the supervision and care of students. 

 A background check is NOT REQUIRED for participation at :

• Open lunch sessions
• Scheduled class parties
• Athletic events or other extra-curricular events
• Scheduled school-wide events or performances
• Scheduled meetings and/or parent-teacher conferences
• Meetings of parent-teacher organization(s)
• Other exempted activities identified by the superintendent (or designee)

Background Check Details

A criminal records check will be completed once an application is received.  The following convictions may disqualify you** from volunteering:

• Non-Disclosure of violations of law other than minor traffic violation;
• Drug related within 5 years.
• Violence related within 5 years;
• Child endangerment/abuse;
• Felony conviction;
• Multiple (more than 1) felony charges within 10 years; and/or
• History of criminality/multiple arrest records.

**You will only be notified if denied.

Other Guidelines

• Visitors must follow all school rules and stay in designated areas as determined by school.
• Volunteers must also be approved by the building principal and district administrator prior to providing any services to the school district.  Please contact the school of interest after completing your application. 
• Approved volunteers will be covered under the district’s liability insurance while performing services authorized by the school principal.
• Non-school aged children may participate in school visits if such visits can occur without disruption to the normal school environment.
• The principal may suspend or revoke the privileges of any visitors for failure to comply with the school rules or the requests of school personnel.
• Principals will determine when visitors are allowed for school activities.