West Seattle Elementary

Get Involved

Volunteer

Volunteer for School Activities

  • Literacy Night: Scholastic-sponsored Raising Readers-a family event to promote literacy.
  • After school programs- volunteer to help sports, robotics, art, music, and running clubs.
  • Family Health and Fitness Night
  • Field Day: Help Mr. Royce plan stations. Volunteer for set-up, clean-up or to run a station.  
  • PBIS parties – monthly
  • Attendance parties – monthly
  • Multicultural Night: Help with set-up/clean-up, greeting families.
  • Multicultural Potluck -Contribute a dish.
  • Husky Bucks Coordinator (one hour/ week)
  • Lead a Lunchtime Leadership Club (weekly)
  • Lunch buddy (similar to big brother/sister role; weekly)

All volunteers must complete an SPS Volunteer Background Check and attend a Volunteer Training. You may return forms and schedule your training with to Shanika Russell in the front office.

Volunteer forms from District

Apply to Volunteer with Seattle Public Schools

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Seattle Public Schools!

Safety First! Only approved volunteers can serve in SPS schools. SPS serves 50,000 children and youth. We are committed to carefully screening volunteer candidates to ensure student safety.

Why Volunteer in Your Child’s School?

  • Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates
  • Better attendance
  • Increased motivation and self-esteem

Contact your school office or visit the SPS Volunteer page to learn more about volunteering.