Volunteer Resources
GET INVOLVED — VOLUNTEER!
All of our wonderful programs and events at Freedom 7 Elementary are made possible only with help from volunteers like YOU!
We are looking for 100% volunteer participation from the Freedom 7 community. We know everyone is busy, so we offer many ways to get involved depending on your availability – you can sign up for a 1-hour volunteer shift, plan a school-wide event or volunteer in the school on a regular basis. We need volunteers like YOU!
Click the link below to view the school-wide SUGs which are currently open.
Our goal as an APT is to offer you, our volunteers, the tools, resources and support you need to plan successful events, while providing you with a positive volunteer experience. Please take the time to review the many resources available to you on our website. We're always working hard to add more content so check back regularly to see what's next.
Freedom 7 Elementary Volunteer Policy
Freedom 7 APT's mission is to enhance academic excellence and the educational experience for our students and school community through volunteerism. By sharing time and knowledge, volunteers strengthen the quality of education received at Freedom 7. All volunteers are expected to adhere to the procedures and guidelines set forth in Freedom 7 Elementary's Volunteer Policy document which is provided at the link below.
REGISTERED VOLUNTEER DRIVE | ONGOING
Brevard District security requires any volunteer on campus during school hours to be an approved volunteer (w/ background check & fingerprinting).
It's a great time to get approved! Fingerprinting is now FREE at the district security office & Mrs. Lott is offering 2 hours of volunteer time for all new registered volunteers! Visit the Brevard County District Security Webpage to fill out the online form before heading over for fingerprints.
The office is located at 2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne, FL 32940 and is open M-F from 8 am to 4:30 pm. No appointment needed!
Approved district volunteers are able to help out on-campus, in the classroom & on field trips when needed. Become an approved volunteer today!
As of July 10, 2023 district approval is taking approximately 30 days to complete. We recommend getting started ASAP as background checks can be delayed in the August/September rush & take as long as 60-90 days.
Have questions about your volunteer status? Email our school's Volunteer Coordinator Carol Palmer at Palmer.Carol@brevardschools.org.
FAVORITE THINGS LISTS!
Each year the APT asks our Staff & Teachers to fill out a form to tell us a little about themselves to share with our student families. It also helps us to spoil them appropriately when the occasion arises.
If you're looking for Favorite Things forms for our wonderful Freedom 7 Teachers and Staff you can find them in this Google Drive Folder linked below. If you know of an out of date form please email us to let us know at freedom7apt@gmail.com.
Room Parent handbook
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Room Parent at Freedom 7! This is an important role, one that reflects a desire to be involved. Room parents make a positive difference in the academic and social lives of students as they help create a long-lasting bond between teachers, parents and children. Room parents’ time and effort are truly appreciated by everyone in the school community, especially the staff you are helping. And your children love to see you help out in the classroom! Thank you in advance for your involvement!
Room Parent Handbook - 2023 - 2024
at-home VOLUNTEERing
Looking to keep track of your at-home volunteering? Please use the at-home volunteer log sheet provided at the link below & turn the sheet into your child's teacher for signature and turning into the front office.
Event Planning Guide
Thank you for volunteering to coordinate an event or program for Freedom 7 APT! Our goal is to make the planning process as easy as possible. Please review this Event Planning Guide to learn about APT resources and access printable forms and Lessons Learned to get started on planning your event or program!
[CURRENTLY IN-WORK, THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE FAMILIES!]
Reimbursement Request
Freedom 7 APT requires itemized receipts and a completed Reimbursement Request before any funds can be distributed. Please complete the below form and submit via email along with your receipts/purchasing info to freedom7apt@gmail.com
Online donation REQUESTs on behalf of F7 APT
Joining our Donations Committee is a great way to give back to our organization and school! Requirements change each school year so please contact us via email if you wish to be involved and earn volunteer hours on your own time and often from the comfort of your home. Links to commonly required documents are provided below. If you've completed online donation requests, please don't forget to record your hours on your at-home volunteer log and return via email to freedom7apt@gmail.com.
General APT Donation Request Letter
The above letter is suitable for taking to local businesses to request in-kind donations on behalf of the APT. The the letter contains our Tax-ID information which most donors will want in order to support as well as information about us and our mission. If you make a request on behalf of the APT, please ensure you document where you've been on our Sign-Up Genius Link below. We do not want to solicit multiple times from the same company so please complete this critical step. Thank you!
Sign-Up Genius Link to log/RECORD all donation requests
Many online donation requests require an upload of our official IRS 501(c)(3) certification. This document is provided below.
If you've completed online donation requests, please don't forget to record your hours on your at-home volunteer log and return via email to freedom7apt@gmail.com. Hours may be recorded on your usual at-home log or volunteers may choose to use this form below which is better tailored to this activity.
