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Whether you love organizing, fundraising, or simply helping where you&#8217;re needed, there&#8217;s a place for you to serve.<\/p>\n<div class=\"btn-row\">\n<a class=\"btn btn-burg\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PAC Registration &amp; Dues<\/a><br \/>\n<a class=\"btn btn-outline\" href=\"#screening\">Background Checks<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hours\">\n<div class=\"num\">8<\/div>\n<div class=\"label\">volunteer hours<\/div>\n<div class=\"sub\">required per family, each school year<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- GETTING STARTED --><\/p>\n<section class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2 class=\"serif\">Getting started<\/h2>\n<p>We deeply appreciate our parent volunteers. Your involvement plays a vital role in enhancing the educational experience of every student.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">1<\/div>\n<h3>Register with PAC<\/h3>\n<p>Complete the Parent Activities Committee registration and dues form.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PAC Registration \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">2<\/div>\n<h3>Complete your background check<\/h3>\n<p>Volunteers need a Level 2 check. Start early, since fingerprinting takes time to process.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#screening\">See screening requirements \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"step-num\">3<\/div>\n<h3>Pick where to serve<\/h3>\n<p>Choose an event or ongoing role below, and watch the weekly Panther Post for new needs.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#serve\">Browse opportunities \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- BACKGROUND CHECKS --><\/p>\n<section class=\"section soft\" id=\"screening\">\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<div class=\"eyebrow\">Visitor &amp; Volunteer Screening<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"serif\">Which background check do I need?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"checks\">\n<div class=\"check\">\n<div class=\"check-head\">\n<div class=\"tag\">For volunteers<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"serif\">Level 2 Background Check<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"check-body\">\n<p>For parents or family members who would like to volunteer at the school, including chaperoning field trips.<\/p>\n<div class=\"facts\">\n<div class=\"fact\">\n<div class=\"k\">Cost<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">$100<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fact\">\n<div class=\"k\">Valid for<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">5 years<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"note\">After you submit your information, the next steps will be emailed to you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alert\"><strong>Start early.<\/strong> Begin as soon as possible to allow time for fingerprinting and processing, so nothing delays your ability to participate.<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-burg\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/Djx2vNXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start Level 2 Background Check<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"check visitor\">\n<div class=\"check-head\">\n<div class=\"tag\">For campus visitors<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"serif\">Basic Background Check<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"check-body\">\n<p>For visitors who would like to attend chapel or other special events during the school day. This is for visitors only, not volunteers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"facts\">\n<div class=\"fact\">\n<div class=\"k\">Cost<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">$8\u2013$10<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fact\">\n<div class=\"k\">Valid for<\/div>\n<div class=\"v\">1 year<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"note\">Please allow up to 48 hours to process.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-navy\" href=\"https:\/\/foundationchristianacademy.quickapp.pro\/forms\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start Basic Background Check<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- WAYS TO SERVE --><\/p>\n<section class=\"section\" id=\"serve\">\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<div class=\"eyebrow\">Ways to serve<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"serif\">Find your favorite way to help<\/h2>\n<p>Everyone has a favorite FCA event. Put your talents to work where you&#8217;re most passionate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"subhead\">School events<\/h3>\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">Early November<\/div>\n<h4>Harvest Festival<\/h4>\n<p>A family-friendly festival and vendor fair with fall games for preschool through 3rd grade. Lots of volunteers needed!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Harvest Festival \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">Fall &amp; Spring<\/div>\n<h4>Book Fair<\/h4>\n<p>Held in the school library and needs volunteers from all grade levels. The chair begins planning a month ahead; most volunteers work at least one day.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Book Fair \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">FCA&#8217;s biggest family night<\/div>\n<h4>Calypso Fest<\/h4>\n<p>Every class, preschool through high school, runs a food or game booth. We need at least one parent from each classroom to assist the teacher.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Calypso Fest \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">Last week of school<\/div>\n<h4>Field Day<\/h4>\n<p>Lots of volunteers are needed to work with the PE teacher on outdoor events.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Field Day \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">Spring<\/div>\n<h4>Teacher Appreciation<\/h4>\n<p>Plan the spring Teacher Appreciation Lunch and find other ways to show our teachers how much they&#8217;re appreciated.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Teacher Appreciation \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">About 3 volunteers<\/div>\n<h4>Foundation Fathers Campout<\/h4>\n<p>Students and their dads camp out in tents on campus. A few moms help with cookout shopping and setup.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Foundation Fathers Campout \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag\">Team of 3\u20135<\/div>\n<h4>Labors of Love (L.O.L.)<\/h4>\n<p>Help run our service-a-thon.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Labors of Love (L.O.L.) \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"subhead\" style=\"margin-top:56px !important;\">Ongoing roles<\/h3>\n<div class=\"grid\">\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag navy\">Weekly or 1\u20132 days a month<\/div>\n<h4>Library<\/h4>\n<p>Read to students in our school library.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Library \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag navy\">Weekly or monthly<\/div>\n<h4>Panther Cafe<\/h4>\n<p>Assist the children at lunch and serve with a smile.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/go\/20F0D4DACAD29A0FBC43-64989352-fcalunchroom#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Panther Cafe \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"tag navy\">All school year<\/div>\n<h4>Classroom Representative<\/h4>\n<p>One parent per classroom for PreK\u20135th, and two per grade for 6th\u201312th. Reps attend meetings during the school day and help organize events.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for Classroom Representative \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- PANTHER POST --><\/p>\n<section class=\"banner\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"serif\">Watch for the Panther Post<\/h2>\n<p>Each week, our school newsletter email highlights upcoming events that need parent volunteers. It&#8217;s a great way to get involved and meet other FCA parents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-white\" href=\"https:\/\/payit.nelnet.net\/form\/3pIe2633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Join PAC today<\/a><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parent Activities Committee Volunteer at FCA At Foundation Christian Academy, parents and teachers work together to create a \u201cvillage\u201d for our children. 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