Volunteering with APS is an important way to give back, and your contributions enrich our educational programs and empower our students. Our volunteer network has grown to represent more than 5,000 volunteers who contribute to the community, our programs and most of all, our students.
Application Process and FAQ
Interested in volunteering with us? To ensure the safety of our students, staff and visitors, there are a few steps to complete before beginning your service.
- Complete the Volunteer Application Form. To begin the application process, click on the link below:
- Complete the mandatory online Safe Schools Sexual Misconduct training. Before the volunteer application is approved, the sexual misconduct training must be successfully completed. This training is required for any volunteer (parent or community member) who supports schools, chaperones a field trip, etc.
- Contact the school(s) where you wish to serve. Each volunteer will be informed once their application is approved. If you do not hear back about the status of your application within one week please contact your school’s Volunteer and Partner liaison and let them know how you want to get involved. Once approved, your application is valid for three years.
When filling out the application, please note that applicants are required to complete all fields that are marked with an asterisk.
Contact
We appreciate your interest in working with our students and our schools!
Dawn Smith
Volunteers, Partnership and Events Manager
2110 Washington Blvd, 4th Floor
Arlington, VA 22204
Email: dawn.smith@apsva.us
Phone: 703-228-2581
For school inquiries, please contact the Volunteer & Partnership Liaison for your school. The complete directory by school is available here. The liaisons provide support to parents and community members wishing to volunteer with APS students and instructional programs.