The Wilkes County Board of Education recognizes the valuable contributions that school volunteers can make to the learning process and educational goals of the school district. Student success and school improvement are enhanced through the participation of community members, local businesses and industry, and the families of the students. These volunteers contribute time, resources, and expertise by providing needed support to help ensure educational success for all children.
 
Those persons approved to volunteer do so at their own free will and do not receive or expect to receive compensation for their time. They provide services normally provided by an unpaid volunteer.

Any volunteer working in a supervisory role with students (i.e., instructional sessions, athletic events, extracurricular activities, or field trips) will be required to submit an application and undergo a criminal background check. All school volunteers are expected to be professional and dependable in their volunteer activities. 

Beginning July 1, 2025, all previous Wilkes County Schools volunteers at all levels must reapply to become a volunteer for the 2025-2026 school year. This is due to our new volunteer application platform.

Individuals may apply to become a volunteer at two different levels.

Level 1 Volunteer – This includes volunteer activities not requiring direct contact with students without the supervision of Wilkes County Schools personnel. Level 1 volunteers do not require formal screenings.

➡️ Level 1 Volunteer Application

Level 2 Volunteer – This includes volunteer activities requiring direct contact with and supervision of students for extended periods of time without direct supervision of school personnel (i.e., school chaperones).  Please click here to apply.

➡️ Level 2 Volunteer Application

Please note that applying to become a level 1 volunteer or passing the screening process required to be a level 2 volunteer does not guarantee that volunteer services will be approved and/or needed at the school level. These services are reviewed and approved by the school administration.

We appreciate the participation and assistance of all of our volunteers!