Forms
Complete a Volunteer Application
Ready to Volunteer? Getting started is easy! Select the option below that best matches the volunteer opportunity you are applying for:
Volunteer for an SSV program. Interested in Mentoring, Read Aloud, Academic Support or another volunteer opportunity coordinated by SSV?
- Complete this Volunteer Application
Volunteer for a school-based activity. Attending a field trip, Field Day, or Fun Day; serving as a volunteer coach; or volunteering for the PTO or another school-based opportunity?
- Complete the School-Based Volunteer Application
Volunteer through another program or organization. Volunteering through a college, employer, or another group or organization in a Springfield public school (Community Music School, Follow My Steps, Link to Libraries, Para-Educator Training, Young Scholars)?
- Complete the External Program Volunteer Application
Complete Your Background Check (CORI/SORI)
All volunteers with Springfield Public Schools must complete a CORI/SORI background check through Springfield School Volunteers (SSV) before volunteering. Please follow the steps below to complete the process.
Step 1: Complete the Authorization Form
Download and complete the CORI/SORI Authorization Form.
- Include the last six digits of your Social Security number.
- Sign the first page of the form. All signatures must be handwritten.
Step 2: Submit Your Form
Email your completed form to volunteer@springfieldpublicschools.com or mail it to:
Springfield School Volunteers
1550 Main Street, 3rd Floor
Springfield, MA 01103
Step 3: Submit Your Photo ID
If you did not upload a valid, government-issued photo ID with your volunteer application, please submit a copy along with your completed CORI/SORI Authorization Form.
Need a printable or fillable Application?
You can download and print or complete one of the following fillable PDF forms:
- Fillable SSV Volunteer Application
- Fillable Volunteer Application for Background Checks
Can be used for school-based activities or other external programs
Have Questions?
We’re happy to help! Call our office at (413) 787-7100, ext. 55697
or email us at volunteer@springfieldpublicschools.com
