SBBC Volunteer Application

Welcome!

Thank you for choosing to take an active role in improving the life of a child through volunteering in Broward County Public Schools. This online application is the first step in the process. You will need a valid driver’s license, official state identification card, or US passport to complete this application.

Student and staff safety is a priority for Broward County Public Schools. Your application cannot be processed unless all the requested information is provided and you authorize Broward County Public Schools to conduct a criminal background check.

Please check both boxes below to authorize and click “Go to Next Page" to continue.

I certify that I am over age 18 and wish to serve as a school volunteer at the District School of my choice. Typical volunteer activities may include but are not limited to: reading, classroom assistance, tutoring and other supervised student activities. (If you are interested in volunteering at a charter school or are a student interested in community service, please contact the school directly and inquire about volunteer opportunities.)

I authorize Broward County Public Schools to conduct a criminal background check.
(FS119.071(5)(a)2 & 6)

What is Mentoring?

Mentoring is a supportive relationship between a mentor and a child that is based on trust. The mentor is simply a wise and trusted friend with a commitment to provide guidance and support for the student/mentee. According to research findings, the positive results for youth in mentoring relationships of as little as ½ to 1 hour per week spent with a mentor:

62% of students improved their self-esteem
52% of students skipped less school
48% of students improved their grades
49% of students got into less trouble in school
47% of students got into less trouble outside of school
45% of students reduced their substance abuse
35% of students improved family relationships

Mentor Qualifications:

A desire to guide and support students
A positive/caring attitude
Character and Integrity
Good listening skills
Commitment to spend up to 1 hour a week with a student
Fingerprint Background Check
Follow the policies and procedures of the Broward County Public Schools Youth Mentoring Program

For the purposes of Broward County Public Schools, a mentor has a very special role. It is distinguished from the role of a typical volunteer or tutor since mentors interact one-on-one with students or in small groups. The role of the mentor is to provide guidance and support to students. Mentors may help with but are not limited to academic encouragement, career planning, conflict resolution, drop-out prevention, goal setting, self esteem building, decision making, effective communication strategies, etc. Mentors may tutor but tutors may not serve as mentors unless they successfully complete the Level II security background check.