Frequently Asked Questions:
If I have more than one student attending First Academy do I need 10 service hours per child?
No, the 10 service hour requirement is per family not per child.
Do I need a background check to work with students?
Yes, anyone who has contact with students (helping in classrooms, field trips etc. must have a background check completed.
How do I get a background check?
You can pick up a form from the office (there is a $40 charge for the form), take it to the Tavares Sheriff Station for fingerprinting and then return completed form back to the school office.
Is there a fee for a background check?
Yes, for the actual background check there is a $40 charge that you will pay the when picking up the form from the school office.
Do I need a background check to complete my service hours?
No, we have many opportunities for volunteer hours that do not have student contact, please contact the service hour coordinator or your child’s teacher for suggestions.
If I chaperone a field trip does that count toward my service hours?
No, unless you are a driver the field trip will not count toward your service hours.
If I have more than one child participating in sports how many athletic service hours do I need to complete?
10 athletic hours. Athletic hour requirements are per family not per child. However you are still required to complete 10 regular service hours for a total of 20 hours.
I have worked over my 10 hour requirement; can I apply some of my hours to a niece or nephew that also attend First Academy?
No, hours can only be applied toward your own requirements.
Can a grandparent volunteer and earn service hours?
Yes, grandparents are welcome to volunteer and earn hours for their grandchildren.
I work full time and am not able to volunteer on school campus can I work from home?
Yes, there are many opportunities to work from home, please contact your child’s teacher or the service hour coordinator for things you can do from home.
If I attend a classroom party can I count that toward my service hours?
No, only if you organize the party for your student’s teacher can you count it toward service hours.
What happens if I am unable to complete my service hours?
At the end of the year you will be charged $10 for each hour not completed.
