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Volunteer
We welcome parents/guardians, families, and community members to volunteer in our schools in-person for the 2021-2022 school year. All students, families, staff, volunteers and visitors are required to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status.
Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 21-14 stating:"to further our individual and collective duty to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our communities, I am requiring all employees, on-site independent contractors, volunteers, goods and services providers, and appointees of designated state agencies to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before October 18, 2021."
Per the directive announced by Governor Jay Inslee in Proclamation 21-14, Kent School District is legally requiring all school district volunteers to get a COVID-19 vaccination and to be fully vaccinated by October 18, 2021. There is no exemption process at this time for volunteers, please contact your principal for remote opportunities to volunteer. Find information on what kind of documentation is acceptable on the Visual Guide to Official Washington State Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination. Each volunteer will need to upload a photo or copy of their proof of vaccination during the application process (for new volunteers) or renewal of application process (for returning volunteers).
Please read Return to School Safely before beginning volunteer service to learn about safety mitigation strategies. This page will be updated as new safety guidance is available.
A volunteer is any person (other than an employee or contractor) authorized by the Kent School District to assist in school learning, activities, competitions, or events.
Our volunteer program is not for the fulfillment of court-required community service or other obligations imposed for violations of laws.
See process for new volunteers and returning volunteers below.
New Volunteer Process
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1: Collect Required Information
To begin the VIPS application process, you will need:
- A valid state driver’s license, Washington State photo identification (ID), or a U.S. passport.
- Per the directive announced by Governor Jay Inslee in Proclamation 21-14, Kent School District is legally requiring all school district volunteers to get a COVID-19 vaccination and to be fully vaccinated by October 18, 2021. Each volunteer will need to upload a photo or copy of their proof of vaccination during the application process. Find information on what kind of documentation is acceptable on the Visual Guide to Official Washington State Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
- Optional: A current Proof of Insurance document is required only if you are applying to be a driver on a field trip.
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2: Take, Save & Prepare Photos
Scan or take a photo of your ID, proof of vaccination, or proof of insurance (insurance is only for field-trip drivers) and save it to your electronic device (as a PDF if possible) before beginning the online application.
The file must be 3MB or smaller. If you need to learn how to resize your photo or have issues uploading it, see frequently asked questions before emailing Volunteer@kent.k12.wa.us.
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3: Create an Account & Complete the Application
As a new volunteer who has never served in a KSD school before, you must create a new Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) account, complete the online application, and pass a background check before beginning service.
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4: Receive Volunteer Status Email
A notification email of volunteer status (approved, under review, or disapproved) will be sent within 24 hours of completing your renewal.
Please check your spam or junk folders in your email if you do not see a notification email.
- If you have questions about the background screening process, please email Tim.Kovich@kent.k12.wa.us.
- If you have questions, concerns, or need technical support, please email Volunteer@kent.k12.wa.us.
- If you have questions about volunteer opportunities at a specific school, please contact the school’s office.
Returning Volunteer Process
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1: Log in to your existing VIPS account
As a returning volunteer, you must access your existing Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) account online and update your profile authorizing a new background check before each school year.
- If you forgot your user ID, please contact the school office where you volunteer.
- If you forgot your password, please click “Forgot Password?” to reset it.
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2: Agree to Volunteer Expectations
Agree to the volunteer expectations by selecting “I Agree” and clicking “OK” under “Acknowledgement.”
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3: Answer Disclosure Questions
Answer all questions under “Disclosure Form” and click “OK.”
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4: Update Contact Information if Needed
Update your contact information if necessary.
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5: Upload New Identification if Needed And Proof of Vaccination
You do not need to upload new identification unless it has expired in the last year. If it has expired, delete the current copy and then upload a new copy. The file must be 3MB or smaller. If you need to learn how to resize your photo or have issues uploading it, see frequently asked questions before emailing Volunteer@kent.k12.wa.us.
Per the directive announced by Governor Jay Inslee in Proclamation 21-14, Kent School District is legally requiring all school district volunteers to get a COVID-19 vaccination and to be fully vaccinated by October 18, 2021. Find information on what kind of documentation is acceptable on the Visual Guide to Official Washington State Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination. Each volunteer will need to upload a photo or copy of their proof of vaccination during the application process (for new volunteers) or renewal of application process (for returning volunteers).
There is no exemption process at this time for volunteers, please contact your principal for remote opportunities to volunteer.
Please read Return to School Safely before beginning volunteer service to learn about safety mitigation strategies. This page will be updated as new safety guidance is available.
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6: Save Profile
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Save Profile” to finish.
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7: Receive Volunteer Status Email
A notification email of volunteer status (approved, under review, or disapproved) will be sent within 24 hours of completing your renewal.
Please check your spam or junk folders in your email if you do not see a notification email.
- If you have questions about the background screening process, please email Tim.Kovich@kent.k12.wa.us.
- If you have questions, concerns, or need technical support, please email Volunteer@kent.k12.wa.us.
- If you have questions about volunteer opportunities at a specific school, please contact the school’s office.
