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Building Volunteers

Volunteers support our classes and contribute to a nurturing learning environment. You can volunteer as often or as little as you want.

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Path to participation

We ask all volunteers to complete two quick steps before diving in. This helps keep our classrooms safe.

  • Volunteer expectations form: A brief look at how we work together to support our students.
  • Background check: A quick online form that stays valid for three years.

Volunteer expectations

We ask volunteers to follow these guidelines:

  • Respect student privacy: Keep all student information and classroom observations confidential.
  • Safety first: Always stay in sight of staff members and never be alone with a student.
  • Model our values: Please be a positive role model by being professional, kind, and following staff direction.
  • Check-in: Remember to sign in at the front office and wear your name tag.

Open and complete the volunteer expectations  form

Background checks

Background checks are required for volunteering in our school. 

  • Cost: The background check costs $10.
  • One-and-done: Your background check covers all schools in the district.
  • Long-term access: You are cleared for three years once approved.

You don’t need a check for lunch visits, concerts, or after-school performances. Contact the WMS office if the $10 cost is a barrier.

Open and complete a background check

 

West Middle School

Email West Middle School

westmiddle@wayzataschools.org

School office phone
763-745-6400

Attendance line phone
763-745-6455

 

Address
149 Barry Avenue North
Wayzata, MN 55391

School hours
Monday through Friday
9:05 a.m. to 4:10 p.m.