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VOLUNTEERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The School District of Palm Beach County would like your assistance in your child’s school. There are many ways to get
involved, here are just a few. Business Partnerships are also integral to a school’s success.
Tutors Chaperones Academy Advisory
Listeners PTA/PTO Councils
Clerical Career Education Sponsorships
Mentors Adopt-A-Class Programs Arts & Crafts
Classroom Assistants Job Shadowing Special Education
Media Center Internships Special Interest Speakers
Physical Education Professional Development School Advisory Councils
After-School Programs
For more information about volunteering, contact your school’s Volunteer Coordinator or the Department of Strategic
Communications & Engagement at 561-738-2780.
Helping at School with Food
Food may be sold or served on school grounds only if prepared in the school kitchen under the supervision of the cafeteria
staff or if prepared in commercial conditions approved by the Health Department.
Accessing Community Agencies for Additional Assistance
The School District of Palm Beach County wants to help parents address the social, emotional, and mental health of their
children by linking students and families in need with community agencies that provide aid. A number of community
agencies offer services at low or no cost. Parents can access a list of community resources that provide counseling and
other services by dialing 2-1-1 or by contacting their child’s school counselor.
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