Welcome to Little Run Volunteer Orientation

1. Welcome to Little Run Volunteer Orientation 2012-2013 School Year

2. Online Volunteer Training Program Agenda • Teacher and Volunteer Expectations • Little Run Map and Fire Drill Plan • Helpful Hints, Teaching Tips, and Troubleshooting • Health and Safety • Return Form- REQUIRED • Question and Contact Information

3. Teacher and Volunteer Expectations What Volunteers Expect from Teachers • Courtesy • Preparedness • Availability for questions What Teachers Expect from Volunteers • Respect for Privacy • Support for the Teacher • Respect for School Policies • Prompt, Dependable and Professional Manner

4. Little Run Map Downstairs • Classrooms (Grades PK-1) • Special Education Classrooms • Library • Restrooms • Office- Sign in Book and Badges • Staff Lounge Mid level • Cafeteria • Gym • Reading/ESOL Room • Music • SACC • Workroom Upstairs • Classrooms (Grades 2-6) • Special Education Classrooms • Art Room • Computer Lab • Guidance Counselor Office • Staff Lounge • Restrooms

5. Maps and Fire Exits • Pick up a map of Little Run the first day you volunteer. • Please note the fire drill exits and be prepared to exit the building in the event of a fire drill.

6. Helpful Hints Arrival • Arrive at agreed upon time with staff member whom you have coordinated your volunteer time. • Call or email the staff member ahead of time if you are unable to come in on that day. • Park in the lower parking lot. • Please do not park in fire lines or the bus lane in driveway of school. • Be sure to sign in and get a volunteer badge upon arrival. • Remember to sign out in the office as you leave. Confidentiality • Please do not discuss your observations of students with anyone other than the classroom teacher. • Please be there for all students in the classroom.

7. Helpful Hints (cont.) Supplies and Equipment • Upstairs Workroom next to room 133. • Library contact: Wendy Beaumont at 703-503-3500 or WBeaumont@fcps.edu. Copying • Please use the copier in the workroom next to room 133. • Allow teachers to use the copier first. • The office copier is reserved for office staff. • All flyers must meet the Flyer Distribution Regulation and be approved by an administrator. • All flyers directed to Diann Gericke. For more information, please refer to the “Helpful Hints for Little Run Volunteers” flyer on the Little Run website (www.fcps.edu/LittleRunES) . To obtain a hard copy of this information, please contact the Little Run office staff at (703) 503-3500.

8. Teaching Tips • Follow the teacher’s lead and instructions. • Try different techniques and approaches. • Be fair. • Familiarize yourself with the teacher’s classroom routines and procedures, and support her/his behavior management plan. • Consistency is key. • Establish rapport. • Give time to think. • Encourage each child to give his or her best. • Remember you are volunteering for all children.

9. Troubleshooting • Be prepared for your own child’s reaction. • Be flexible and supportive. • Remain calm. • When in doubt, seek clarification from the teacher.

10. Health and Safety What to do if you suspect child abuse • Talk with the classroom teacher and/or school counselor • For more information, please refer to the “Health and Safety Information” flyer on Little Run’s website (www.fcps.edu/LittleRunES). To obtain a hard copy of this information, please contact the front office at Little Run School (703) 503-3500. Familiarize Yourself with Emergency Procedures • Fire drill exits • Tornado drill procedures • Lock Down drill procedures

11. Return Form • Please check this box to confirm you have reviewed the school map and understand all emergency procedures. • Please check this box to confirm you understand Little Run’s helpful hints, teaching tips, and troubleshooting information. • Please check this box to confirm you have read and understand the “What to do if you suspect child abuse” section. • Please check this box to confirm you will respect the confidentiality of every Little Run staff member and student. Print Name Signature Date Please print and return a completed hard copy of this return form to the Little Run front office attention Nancy Hubbard. Returning completed forms to Nancy Hubbard is mandatory prior to any adult volunteering at Little Run.

12. Questions? • If you have questions or require additional information, feel free to contact: Erika Aspuria, Assistant Principal Phone: (703) 503-3500 Email: ELAspuria@fcps.edu Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!