Are you ready to volunteer and help keep our kids safe? With the help of our volunteers, we started working on a safety program to safely have our kids cross streets, provide recess and lunch supervision and much more as they make their way to school. Find a time that works for you and...

We are looking for  parents that want to help the school and the PTA with anything from a bake sale to monitoring playground safety by taking on a volunteer role.  To connect with us just reach out to volunteer@magnoliaschoolpta.org or talk to one of the PTA Board Members

Magnolia Elementary School  PTA is a fantastic way to get involved with our school and our community.  Whether you can commit to a regular weekly schedule or are just available every now and then, there are many ways to get involved. Please email volunteer@magnoliaschoolpta.org if you are interested in volunteering.

A few examples:

• Drop off and Pick up Safety
• Playground/recess helpers  
• Administrative/office help 
• PTA Newsletter/Website/Facebook Updates 
• Auction and gala planning 
• Room Parent 
• Communications
• Event Planning 
• Baked Goods Help
• Art Contest 
• Library Assistance
• Art Docent
• Photography
• CPA (help with taxes)
• Green Space
• Book Fair 
• Fundraising Events
• Community Outreach

…and more!

For the safety and security of our students and our school community, the Seattle Public Schools require that a screening check be completed before you can volunteer at school. Even if you don’t plan on being a regular volunteer, please follow the SPS Volunteering requirements listed here: Please note the following expectations when volunteering at Magnolia Elementary: 

• Chaperone Drivers must have Proof of Auto Insurance on prior to driving on a field trip. 
• All Volunteer and Visitors must sign-in and use an ID Sticker while on campus during school hours (7:55 am to 2:25 pm) 
• Please read and abide by the Volunteer Guidelines (below).  

Questions? Feel free to email our PTA Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@magnoliaschoolpta.org
Volunteer GuidelinesPlease observe these guidelines when volunteering. Thank you!

• Sign IN and OUT in the main office every time you volunteer. 
• Wear your Volunteer ID Sticker while at school. 
• Volunteer for the WHOLE CLASSROOM, not just your child. 
• Try to be QUIET and unobtrusive in the classroom. Focus on your task and limit talking with other adults (it’s distracting to the class ?). 
• Academic instruction must be left to certificated classroom personnel (district regulations). Volunteers provide GENERAL HELP AND SUPPORT. 
• Respect CONFIDENTIALITY. Protect and respect information you see or hear, especially pertaining to a student’s work, behavior, or background. 
• Be courteous, exhibit good behavior, and otherwise PROVIDE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL for our students. 
• Keep CELL PHONES OFF or on vibrate. If you need to take a call, please do so outside of the classroom. 
• While in the hall, SPEAK SOFTLY and stay clear of doorways. Voices carry into the classrooms and are distracting to students and teachers. 
• CONSULT THE TEACHER before bringing younger siblings or other children into the classroom with you when you volunteer. 
• Some teachers do not use volunteers in the classroom, but appreciate help OUTSIDE OF CLASS. Check with each teacher about his/her needs..

Please visit the Seattle Public Schools volunteer page for the steps and forms in order to become an approved volunteer. Drop off background check form and a copy of your State issued I.D. to the office.

Additional questions about volunteering or to find out about volunteering opportunities at Magnolia Elementary, email volunteer@magnoliaschoolpta.org.