Volunteer at B.F. Day

We love our volunteers and are so grateful for the time you give to our school community! Per updates to our volunteer process implemented this past year, applications are strictly invitation-only and are no longer openly available. The only way to access the application is through a direct digital invitation sent by a teacher or staff member when a specific volunteer need arises. If you are planning to help, please connect with your student’s teacher early so they can send your invitation link, and please allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing. Any questions regarding the volunteer process can be sent to bckamppi@seattleschools.org.

Guest & Volunteer Sign-In System

All guests can sign in on an iPad and check out on your phone. The first visit you will enter your phone # and full name. The following visits you will just have to enter your phone #. You will also be asked where you’re visiting and have your picture taken. Once you’ve inputted the information it will issue a badge to be worn while on campus. You will also receive a text message that you will then use to sign out with. All guests on campus must check using the iPad. There is also an option to scan using a QR code that can be helpful if there’s a line. Please don’t forget to sign out when you leave campus!

Volunteer Process

We love volunteers! Your child’s teacher (or the corresponding staff member) will share the volunteer sign-up links with you. For new volunteers, the first time you sign up, you’ll need to select a specific time slot and start date. We alway can use some help with lunchtime recess on the playground and in the lunchroom. If you are already an approved volunteer and are interested, please email bckamppi@seattleschools.org with your availability. New parents, please email me directly to get the process started or call the school office at 206-252-6010. Thank you so much for your patience and for being so involved in our school community. ~ Miss Brenna

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Examples of Volunteer Opportunities from Previous Years

Check back often for current volunteer needs at our school!

The Learning Resource Center (Library)

The Learning Resource Center is used daily by students and adults.

Playground Supervision

Parents, guardians and people from the community are encouraged to help us supervise children during the morning and afternoon recess periods. 

Special events, field trips and classroom activities

Throughout the school year there are many opportunities to involve volunteers in extracurricular activities.

Mentors & Tutors

Students benefit greatly from the personalized attention of a mentor or tutor. We welcome those of you who would like to be a special friend to a student or someone who can assist children in class assignments.

Reading & Math Helpers

Reading and Math helpers are needed in each classroom to work 1-on-1 with students.

Special Expertise

If you have a talent or an area of expertise you can share with us, please do! We could use volunteer assistance in our office, with students, on the grounds, and on everything from mechanical to health and nutrition matters.

Computer Lab

Each classroom visits the computer lab weekly with the help of parents and volunteers.

Community Partners

Many businesses such as Fremont Dock Co., Marketime Foods, Dr. Martin Cahn, Hales Ales, Fremont Rotary, Fremont Chamber of Commerce, PCC Fremont, the UPS Store in Fremont, Google, Starbucks @ Ballard Fred Meyer, Ballard Fred Meyer, Tutta Bella (Wallingford), Display and Costume, Metropolitan Market (Queen Anne), and Frame Up help B.F. Day by providing goods, services, and volunteers.

Please contact the Main Office 206-252-6010 to learn more about volunteering or the PTSA volunteer coordinator at volunteer@bfdayptsa.org.

Technology Training 

Teacher training: We welcome volunteers who can provide group training to teachers, or be an individual mentor to help teachers gain additional technology skills in: Windows 2000, Microsoft Office Suite XP, Adobe Photoshop and PageMaker, the Internet, basic troubleshooting skills, or multimedia. Hardware, network, and web site support: People with basic and advanced technology skills are needed to support technology and troubleshoot at B.F. Day. People with no computers skills are welcome and we will train you as you go!

PTSA Overview

The B.F. Day Elementary School PTSA is an active fund-raising and morale-building coalition composed of B.F. Day staff members and parents, legal guardians and students. Please visit the B.F. Day PTSA website to learn more.

As of July 15, 2026

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Apply to Volunteer with Seattle Public Schools

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Seattle Public Schools!

Safety First! Only approved volunteers can serve in SPS schools. SPS serves 50,000 children and youth. We are committed to carefully screening volunteer candidates to ensure student safety.

Why Volunteer in Your Child’s School?

• Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates
• Better attendance
• Increased motivation and self-esteem

Contact your school office or visit the SPS Volunteer page to learn more about volunteering.