Volunteer Information

Missouri law requires an FBI background check with fingerprinting and a child abuse and neglect background check for all volunteers who supervise students outside the presence of a school district employee. Examples, not limited to volunteers who MUST complete the new background check requirements:

• Field trip supervisors (volunteers who supervise students outside the presence of district staff)
• Chaperones on school-sponsored trips, including overnight trips, where teachers are not present at all times
• Community Education and Recreation coaches or instructors
• Tutors
• Drivers of students
   

Examples of visitors who DO NOT need a criminal background check but will be run through our RAPTOR visitor management system are included below. These volunteers serve under the direct supervision of district employees and are not to be alone with students at any time:

• Classroom party volunteer under the supervision of teacher
• Building volunteer under the supervision of district personnel
• Volunteer for field trips during which teachers are supervising at all times
• Attending field trips when teachers are present and supervising all groups
• Attending an event at school, during school hours under the supervision of district personnel

As a volunteer, you are an integral part of the Ozark School District community. Your dedication and support make a significant difference to our employees and, most importantly, our students. Thank you for being a valued member of our team.