Why Volunteer?
Hundreds of research studies show that when parents get involved, children do better in school. Research shows that when parents are involved in their student’s education, those students are more likely to:
- earn better grades.
- score higher on tests.
- pass their classes.
- attend school regularly.
- have better social skills.
- show improved behavior.
- be more positive in their attitude toward school.
- complete homework assignments.
- graduate and continue their education.
A three-year study of 12,000 high school student concluded that “When parents come to school regularly, it reinforces the view in the child’s mind that school and home are connected and that school is an integral part of the whole family’s life” (PTO Today).
Apply to Volunteer
Before you can volunteer on campus, you must be screened and cleared with a fingerprinting and background check. WCCUSD requires screening through the Verkada platform.
The District usually hosts free fingerprinting and screening sessions at the start of every school year. Check the WCCUSD website around the start of the school year for publicized locations, dates and times. Visit the WCCUSD Volunteer Opportunities page for full volunteer instructions.
Anyone and everyone coming to campus must sign in in the Main Office prior to starting any activity. Please wear your badge visibly. Please sign out again when you leave.
School Site Council
A School Site Council is required by law, and is probably the most important volunteer position on campus. The School Site Council annually reviews and updates the Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) including proposed expenditure of funds allocated to the school through the Consolidated Application. Click here for more information about SSC, including current meeting agendas.
PTSA Positions
Volunteer positions are available within the Korematsu PTSA. If you are interested in volunteering to support PTSA events, committees, and fundraisers, please contact us at korematsuptsa@gmail.com.
One-time opportunities to volunteer at PTSA events are regularly shared through ParentSquare and the E-tree.