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Building Volunteers

Volunteers support our classes and contribute to a nurturing learning environment. You can volunteer as often or as little as you want.

A group of children are engaged in an arts and crafts activity, with an older woman assisting them, in a classroom setting with various educational materials and supplies visible in the background.

Path to participation

We ask all volunteers to complete two quick steps before diving in. This helps keep our classrooms safe.

  • Volunteer expectations form: A brief look at how we work together to support our students.
  • Background check: A quick online form that stays valid for three years.

Volunteer expectations

We ask volunteers to follow these guidelines:

  • Respect student privacy: Keep all student information and classroom observations confidential.
  • Safety first: Always stay in sight of staff members and never be alone with a student.
  • Model our values: Please be a positive role model by being professional, kind, and following staff direction.
  • Check-in: Remember to sign in at the front office and wear your name tag.

Open and complete the volunteer expectations  form

Background checks

Background checks are required for volunteering in our school. 

  • Cost: The background check costs $10.
  • One-and-done: Your background check covers all schools in the district.
  • Long-term access: You are cleared for three years once approved.

You don’t need a check for lunch visits, concerts, or after-school performances. Contact the EMS office if the $10 cost is a barrier.

Open and complete a background check

 

East Middle School

Email East Middle School

eastmiddle@wayzataschools.org

School office phone
763-745-6200

Attendance line phone
763-745-6255

 

Address
12000 Ridgemount Avenue
Plymouth, MN 55441

School hours
Monday through Friday
9:05 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.