Volunteer in Our Schools

A wide range of volunteer opportunities are available in DCPS, from tutoring students to helping with administrative tasks to beautifying our campuses. We are always excited when talented and motivated individuals want to use their skills, resources, and knowledge to serve DC schools.

In order to volunteer in our schools on a regular basis, individuals need to follow our volunteer application process:

1. Download and complete the Volunteer Application.

• Volunteer Application
• Student Volunteer Application

2. Complete a tuberculosis test.

(College/University Student – Request to Waive TB Test)

3. Bring the completed application, TB test result, and photo ID to the district office to be fingerprinted.

• The office is located at 825 N. Capitol Street, NE, 9th floor.
• Fingerprinting is available Tuesdays 9 am-4 pm or Thursdays 9 am-12 pm, or by appointment.
• Waiver form for fingerprinting clearance (Federal Security Clearance Verification Letter)

4. In about two weeks, you will receive a letter verifying that you have completed the process.

Please note that volunteers for Beautification Day or other weekend or one-day service events do not need to complete the process.

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Contact Us
Phone: (202) 442-5885
Email: dcpsvolunteers@dc.gov