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SCHOOL  VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers can make many valuable contributions to the students and educational programs of the District.  A volunteer program is approved subject to suitable rules, safeguards, and regulations as developed by the Superintendent.

The Superintendent shall promote appropriate annual recognition of volunteer services.

Volunteers shall work under the supervision* of staff members.

*Consistent with A.R.S. 15-512, supervision is defined as "under the direction of and, except for brief periods of time during a school day or a school activity, within sight of a certificated employee when providing direct services to the pupils."

Confidentiality.  According to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), only the teacher and/or authorized District officers and employees may have access to student records.  Volunteers are to discuss confidential matters only with the teacher or administrator of the school.

Adopted:  November 18, 2003

LEGAL REF.: 
A.R.S. 
13-3716
15-512
23-901.06

CROSS REF.: 
GCFC - Professional Staff Certification and Credentialing Requirements
                (fingerprinting requirements)
GDFA - Support Staff Qualifications and Requirements
                (fingerprinting requirements)