Volunteer and Donation Information
Volunteer Reading Tutors
Volunteer Process and Information
Volunteers Assisting Under Staff Supervision
Volunteers who assist with school activities, classroom support, or field trip supervision, but who will not be left alone with students, must:
- Complete the volunteer application which includes a limited criminal history background check
- Remain under the supervision of school staff and may not be assigned sole responsibility for students
Volunteers Working Directly with Students
Volunteers who work directly with students (such as tutors or mentors) must complete the volunteer application and an expanded criminal history background check through Safe Hiring Self Check.
Safe Hiring Self-Check Application
Confidentiality
Information obtained through criminal history checks is confidential and will only be released when necessary to determine eligibility in accordance with school district policy.
Volunteer Conditions
Approved volunteers must agree to the following conditions:
- Follow all Board policies and Corporation guidelines while volunteering.
- Understand that volunteers are covered under the Corporation’s liability policy, but the Corporation does not provide health insurance for illness or injury that may occur during volunteer service.
- Understand that volunteers are not eligible for worker’s compensation.
- Sign a release acknowledging that the Corporation is not responsible for illness or injury that occurs while volunteering.
- Report any arrest, criminal charge, or conviction that occurs while serving as a volunteer.
- Report any substantiated finding of child abuse or neglect in which the volunteer is the subject.
Ball State University Participants
Students or faculty from Ball State University (BSU) participating in academic programs or activities with MCS, including student teaching, must complete an expanded criminal history check through the BSU Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practices.
Guest Speakers
One-time guest speakers or presenters who are continuously supervised by MCS personnel are not required to complete a criminal history background check.
Contact Information
School and Program Donations
We are extremely fortunate to have many philanthropic organizations and individuals in Muncie. People regularly asked what they can do or donate to assist our students and families. It's very heartwarming. For those who are better suited to donate food, funds or items instead of volunteering their time, please use the link below to make a donation. For more information visit the Panther Pantry at Southside Middle School Webpage
Muncie Education Foundation
The Muncie Community Schools Education Foundation is an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit public charity incorporated in 2023. Through funding, the Foundation strives to:
- Promote quality education, facilities, and extracurricular activities
- Increase access to post-secondary education and training
- Enhance resources for teachers, administrators and students
Donations are tax-deductible.