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Eagleview Elementary VolunteerOrientationDoing whatever it takes.

Welcome to Your New Home Eagleview Elementary

You are the wind beneath our wings.

Eagleview Elementary School has always been fortunate to have a large community of parent volunteers. We realize that volunteers are an important part of the school but with regards to volunteers we also need to:

Provide for the safety of students, staff and others in the buildingMaintain academic integritySustain accountability by knowing who is working in the schoolComply with Superintendent Policy 4300

Lets talk

Neither rain or snow or pajama parties will keep us from coming through for our Eagleview students.

It doesnt matter if you are smarter than a fifth grader or not. Take the challenge and be inspired by your students.

Be someones Prince Charming.

During the 2012-2013school year what guides us?

Recalibrating DirectionsMission, Vision and GoalAdams 12 Five Star Schools

MissionTo engage and inspire all students to innovate, achieve, and succeed in a safe and supportive environment byensuring high quality instruction in every classroom, every day.

VisionAdams 12 Five Star Schools exists so the students it serves are well-prepared for the next stage of their lives and obtain the skills,knowledge and expertise to thrive in our world.

By 2015, all schools will meet or exceed the state proficiency average in reading, writing, math and science.

Schools exceeding the state proficiency average in reading, writing, math and science will increase the percentage of students performing at proficient and advanced each year.

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Eagleview Elementary School MissionEducate and empower students toAchieve their full potentialGrow together as Life-long learners in anEthical andSafe environment

Eagleview Elementary School Vision

It is our shared responsibility as alearning community to:Nurture and empower a collaborative environmentExpect individuals to reach their full potentialSupport students, staff, and parent needsTrust and value the individuals in our learning community

At Eagleview Elementary it is our belief and responsibility toEngineer Human Potential

As your instructional leaders, this is our vision:I will focus on intellectual stimulationI will focus on standards-based curriculumI will focus on promoting deep understanding in all content areasI will focus on the Teaching/Learning CycleI will focus on responsive teaching through inquiryI will focus on standards based assessmentI will focus on formative as well as summative assessmentsI will focus on innovative pedagogy such as content specializationI will focus on innovative pedagogy such as the SLS (Autism) programI will focus on individual students needs through focused interventionI will focus on implementing District initiatives with fidelityI will focus on collaborative structures for teaching and learningI will focus on maintaining a safe and orderly environmentI will focus on maintaining effective public relationsI will focus on leading a staff who values a balance of personal and professional lives

EVE Volunteers are Super Heroes What is it that I can do?

Sample Volunteer OpportunitiesClassroom Instructional Volunteer- (Tutoring) Works directly with individual or small groups of students. Volunteer listen to students read, reinforce basic math skillsor assist students with written assignments. Volunteer would need training by teacherin the content area they wish to help in. Volunteer would need to know where they can work with students, time limits, and management strategies in order to optimize the experience. (See the classroom teacher for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Classroom Assistance Volunteer- Works with a teacher and performs tasks suchas putting up bulletin boards, correcting papers, preparing teaching aids and special learning materials, duplicating worksheets and other jobs which will provide the teacherwith more time to plan for and teach students.(See the classroom teacher for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Classroom Fieldtrip Assistance Volunteer - Works with a teacher and performs supervision tasks such as guiding and monitoring a small group of students while ona class field trip. (See the classroom teacher for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Sample Volunteer OpportunitiesLunch Room/Recess Volunteer Volunteer would work closely under the supervision of the Para educators on duty. Training would include but not be limited to:Playground and cafeteria rules and expectationsBasic Conflict Resolution training for any minor disputesAny medical information that may be pertinent to a particular studentPolicies around why and how youd let students back into the buildingSafety policies in case of injury or other safety concernPBS policies for rewarding good behavior or handling a negative behavior(See Ms. Diana Mauzy for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Library or Media Center Volunteer- Works with the teacher-librarian or media specialists by repairing and shelving books, doing clerical work or preparing bulletin boards and displays. Volunteers may also work with students helping them to locateand use library materials or assisting them with research projects.See Ms. Rochelle Gomer for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Book Room Volunteer- Works with Mr. Saponaro by monitoring the check-out and check-in of book room materials. Volunteers may also repair and shelf books and perform clerical responsibilities. (See Ms. Diana Mauzy for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Technology Assistant Volunteer- Works with the technology teacher by assisting teachers with technology presentation stations and use of technology in the classroom. Volunteers may also work with students by assisting them in the computer lab.(See Ms. Dani Bondurant or Ms. Catie Davis for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Sample Volunteer Opportunities

Sample Volunteer Opportunities ContinuedMarquee Maintainer Works directly with the Office Manager to update and manage the message board on the sign in front of the school.(See Deb Erickson for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Vision and Hearing Screening Volunteer Works with the Health Aide and District Audiologist to check students vision and hearing.(See Cheryl Balderston for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

Physical Education Volunteer Works closely with the Physical Education teacher on varies activities. For example: Track an Field DaysPunt, Pass, Kick Lions Club RelayCottonwood Classic FLIGHTFather/Daughter Dance Chess ClubGrade Three Field Trip(See Mark Glen for specific responsibilities and necessary training)

District PoliciesAs a volunteer, you should be familiar with some important district policies. While weve included brief summaries below, we encourage you to read these policies in their entirety. Each school and district department has a complete policy manual that you can request to review. In addition, you can find the full policies by visiting www.starmail.adams12.org/policy. Simply search for a specific policy by code number. You can also request a paper copy from the Communications Division, 720-972-4149.

Supervision of Volunteers (Superintendent Policy Code: 4300)School volunteers work during the regular school days under the supervision of the principal or designee.. Volunteers shall completea volunteer application and be screened prior to providing ongoingvolunteer services.

Discipline (Superintendent Policy Code: 5145.4)Although students rarely have behavior problems while working withvolunteers, our schools have detailed discipline plans. The responsibility for discipline rests with the professional staff. Volunteers may not discipline students. Please makethe teacher aware of any discipline problem that might arise while working with a student.

Dismissal of Students (Superintendent Policy Code: 5113.2)Volunteers may never dismiss a student from school. Children who must leave school early for any reason must receive permission from the school office and sign out before leaving. Under no circumstances may a volunteer take a student off campus. Volunteers may not walk or drive students to their homes unless the childs parent has notified the school office in advance and given permission for the volunteer to do so.

Dress and Behavior (Superintendent Policy Code: 4100 and 5140.1)Take your lead from the professional staff and dress appropriately for the job you are doing. Casual clothing is fine. Volunteers, like school staff, set an example for students. Volunteers speech and behavior should serve as good models for students to follow.

Student Dress (Superintendent Policy Code: 5140.1)The following items are prohibited throughout the district:All attire representing all professional athletic teams, Clothing or accessories that could be used as a weapon or might otherwise injure the wearer including items with spikes or loose hanging chains,Clothing or accessories that promote drugs, alcohol or tobacco either by brand or message, Attire, accessories or manners of grooming indicative of affiliation with a gang, secret society or disruptive group, Hats and caps may be worn outside school buildings as appropriate for the weather, except as otherwise prohibited under this procedure. Since volunteers may not discipline students, please refer an offending student to a district employee.

HIV and Other Communicable Diseases (Superintendent Policy Code: 4151.1)Because of increases in the general population of HIV and other communicable diseases, the district has adopted universal precautions, as recommended by the Center for Disease Control. To safeguard student and adults, employees and volunteers should regard all body fluids as potentially infectious; avoid direct contact if possible; wear gloves; wash hands thoroughly; and report injuries to the nurse. Students are instructed not to touch blood or body fluids and to seek adults for assistance. For more information, consult the school nurse or health aide.

Use of Alcohol or Illegal Drugs (Superintendent Policy Code: 4145.2) The consumption of or being in an impaired state apparently caused by the use of alcoholic beverages while on the job or so as to affect job performance is ground for disciplinary action. The district may require testing by an experienced, reputable laboratory for reasonable suspicion that ones use of alcohol or illegal drugs is affecting job performance.

Tobacco Use (Superintendent Policy Code: 4145.3)The use of tobacco products at any school-sponsored event or activity and on all Adams 12 Five Star Schools property, including all district buildings, district grounds, district-owned and leased vehicles and sites leased by the district is prohibited. Thispolicy applies to employees, students, visitors andall other members of the public.

Student Records (Superintendent Policy Code: 5125)Access to student records is limited to:parents or legal guardians of students under age 18 who present proper identification;students age 18 and over who present proper identification;staff members, such as the principal, teachers, counselors, nurses and other personnel of the school district who have a legitimate interest in inspecting such records; andupon request from other schools, when a student graduates, transfers or withdraws.

Information may be released or may be denied to other third parties by parents, legal guardians and/or adult students.

Nondiscrimination/Harassment (Superintendent Policy Code: 8400)The Board of Education is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, sex, religion, national background, age, marital statusand handicaps. District policies, programs and activities should foster a climate of inclusiveness, in which all individuals have the opportunityto participate. The district encourages positive experiences in human values for children and adults who have differing personal and family characteristics or who come from various socioeconomic, racial and ethnic groups.

Sexual harassment is expressly prohibited throughout Adams 12 Fiver Star Schools. All persons associated with the school district are expected to conduct themselves at all times so as to provide an atmosphere free fromsexual harassment. Sexual harassment may include, by way of example only: sex-oriented verbal joking, harassment or abuse; pressure for sexual activity; suggesting or demanding sexual involvement accompanied by implied or explicit statements, threats or promises concerning ones grades, employment status, or similar personal concerns; any unwelcome touching, such as patting, pinching, or constant brushing against anothers body; repeated remarks with sexual or demeaning implications; any conduct or communication which is of a sexual nature, or has sexual connotations or overtones, and which is unwelcome by the person (s) subject to the conduct or communication.

Grievance procedures are available to any person performing services on behalf of the school district, including volunteers. All matters involving sexual harassment shall remain confidential, to the extent possible and provided by law. Filing of a grievance shall not reflect upon the individuals status, except in the case of knowingly making a false allegation. For guidance in use of this policy, contact the Office of Legal Services, 720-972-4005.

Employee/Authorized Volunteer Protection (Superintendent Policy Code: 4148)The district has policies and procedures providing protection for employees and volunteers in the instance of assault upon, disorderly conduct toward, harassment of, themaking knowingly, of a false allegation of child abuse or any alleged criminal offense and/or damage to personal property directed toward a district employee or other person performing services on behalf of the school district, which occurs on school district property or while performing assigned duties. To initiate this process, the district employee or volunteer shall file a written complaint with the building principal.

For more information about the Five Star Districts volunteer program, call the Communications Division, 720-972-4149.

The staff will appreciate your willingness to be a part of theschool and district team. Here are some tips for working effectively with the staff:

Take time to become acquainted.Recognize this may be a new experience for you or the teacher.Be a good communicator.Remember, routine tasks are important.Be flexible. We all have different ways of doing things.Try something new.Be prompt and 100 percent dependable.Have fun! Volunteer TipsWorking with staff:

Call students by name at each opportunity.Closely observe the techniques used by the teacher.Accept children as they are.Show them you care.Encourage and praise students.Remember, children never forget.Encourage students to do their own thinking.Follow the teachers lead.Reinforce good behavior.Its okay if you dont know all the answers.Keep students on task.Supervise students carefully.Know when to give or not to give.Here are some tips for working with the students:

Suggestions for Your First Few Days

Set up a time to meet with your supervisor

Take time to observe

Staff restrooms are available for volunteers. Do not use student restrooms.

Maintain Confidentiality

Take care of yourself first

The professional staff is held responsible for decisions regarding instruction of students. For this reason, volunteersalways work under the supervision of principals or their designees

Thanks again for volunteering.Have a great school year!