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Steps to Become a Sycamore Valley Academy Volunteer or Chaperone:

1. Request a Volunteer packet from the front office.

2. Return the completed packet to the front office.

3. The office assistant will check clearance and notify the parent and teacher of the status.

4. “Supporting” volunteers may assist in the classroom or during school events.

5. If you are requesting to be a “Supervising” volunteer or attend a field trip as a chaperone, a Live Scan (fingerprint) form must be obtained from the office assistant for fingerprinting.

6. Fingerprint clearance results will be communicated weekly to office staff.

*Please note:

Fingerprinting timelines vary based on individuals as well as location.

Fingerprint results must only be obtained once while attending SVA.

Volunteer packets must be completed every academic year.

Fingerprint results obtained for use with other agencies (TCOE, TCSO, VUSD, TCSD, VPD, etc.) are not valid for school events.  Fingerprints must be obtained for TACMO specifically.

Fingerprints must be completed far enough in advance to have ample time for clearance results to be received. Suggested time, at least 3 weeks prior to desired chaperone event.

Supervising Driving Chaperone

Responsible for supervising a small group of students while on the field trip.

REQUIRES: Volunteer Form, office receipt of Live Scan Fingerprint clearance, copy of driver’s license, and copy of current car insurance.

Supervising Chaperone

Responsible for supervising a small group of students while on the field trip including the bus ride.

Guaranteed seat on the bus, and free admission, if applicable.

REQUIRES: Volunteer Form and office receipt of Live Scan Fingerprint clearance.

Supporting Volunteer

Responsible for assisting with, or attending a classroom or school event.

REQUIRES: Volunteer Form only.

Some Live Scan Locations in Visalia -

Walk-in Options:

Copy, Pack N Ship

The UPS Store

Package Depot

Appointment-only locations -

Visalia Police Department

Tulare County Sheriff’s Office

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As we move further into the spring semester, I want to thank our families for the continued support you show our students and staff each day. It is inspiring to see our classrooms filled with curiosity, hard work, and kindness as students continue to grow academically and socially. Please continue to encourage your children to read regularly, ask questions, and share the ideas they are learning at school. These small conversations at home help reinforce the learning happening in our classrooms. Together, we are building a strong community where every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired to do their best. Thank you for being such an important part of our school community.

Corey Morse
Principal| Sycamore Valley Academy