School Volunteer Information

Before volunteering at the school, all volunteers must submit a completed Volunteer Application and Agreement Form and complete the required Volunteer Training Video. 

Please send completed applications to georgewashingtonacademy@gwacademy.org. You will be contacted after it is received with the status of your applicaton.

486: School Volunteer Policy

Volunteer Application and Agreement Form

Required Volunteer Training Video

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who can volunteer?

Anyone age 18 or older can volunteer after completing the Volunteer Approval Process. 

2. Are other school/districts doing this?

Yes. Each school and district has its own volunteer policies and procedures in accordance with State Law.

3. Who needs to complete a background check?

Any volunteer who will be attending a field trip or working directly with or supervising students, either independently or in a small-group setting, must complete the background check process.

4. How long does it take for a background check to come back approved?

Once you have completed the volunteer application and submitted the required background check paperwork, you will be directed to a third-party provider to complete fingerprinting. The approval process may take up to three weeks. GWA will cover all costs associated with the background check and fingerprinting.

5. What if I already have a background check from my work or other service?

GWA requires its own background check to ensure we can monitor any potential changes in an individual’s background over time.

6. What are they looking for in the background check?

The background check is used to identify any misdemeanor or felony offenses that may raise concerns regarding the safety and security of students.

7. Will I need to complete a Volunteer Application and Agreement Form and Background Check every year?