VOLUNTEER WITH HCE PTO
We love our volunteers, but being part of the PTO does not mean you are obligated to volunteer. It's just a great way to stay connected to HCE! We look forward to working with you this year.
Important: In order to volunteer at HCE, you must be an approved volunteer within the St. Johns County system. See Requirements to Volunteer section below.
We have many volunteer opportunities available throughout the school year. Check out what we currently have available below, or let us know what areas you are interested by completing the Volunteer Information Signup form.
CURRENT VOLUNTEER NEEDS
Thu, 12/5/2024 - Vision & Hearing Screening at HCE - Nurse Mary at Hickory Creek is requesting volunteers to assist with student vision and hearing exams. Volunteers will need to arrive at 8:00 for training and will begin screenings as soon as school starts. This will be primarily for 1st and 3rd grade. Please prepare to stay the entire day but there is a chance it will not take the full time. Go to Sign-Up Genius >>
Mon, 12/16-Fri, 12/20/2024 - Holiday Shop Volunteers - Volunteers are needed for the Holiday SHop from December 16-20. Volunteers will assist the children with their shopping. The Holiday Shop will be held this year in the Spirit House. Go to Sign-Up Genius >>
Wed, 12/18/2024 - Staff Appreciation Cookie Exchange - The PTO is organizing a holiday cookie exchange for some of the biggest gifts we have - our teachers and staff! We are asking for our Hawk family to donate a dozen cookies for each of our teacher and staff so that we can give them something sweet before the winter break! Go to Sign-Up Genius >>
December 2024 - Library Volunteer - Mrs. Espinoza, our media specialist, is looking for some extra sets of hands willing to help out during media center time for our littlest Hawks. Please sign up where you are able and reach out if you have any questions! Go to Sign-Up Genius >>
REQUIREMENTS TO VOLUNTEER
You must be an approved volunteer within the St. Johns County system to come into our school.
This includes any of the following:
- Lunch with your child
- Field trips
- Helping teachers with a class celebration
- Volunteering in the classroom
CLICK HERE to get started! Please make sure you include your first, middle, and last name on the application.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHY DO I NEED TO SUBMIT THIS FORM?
The county requires that you submit your name for an official background check conducted by the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office and the National Sexual Offenders Database.
DOES THE SCHOOL ACCESS EXPIRE?
The School Access background check is good for 3 years. You will need to submit another application after 3 years.
DID I ALREADY DO THIS?
The School Access background check is good for 3 years. If you have done this for another St. Johns County school within the last 3 years, you do NOT need to resubmit. However, you will need to email the HCE PTO Volunteer Coordinator, so you can be added to Hickory Creek Elementary.
VOLUNTEER TO PROCTOR
If you wish to proctor, or have already signed up to do so, please take a few minutes to read through the training: Proctor Responsibilities
Thank you in advance for your assistance!