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Volunteer in HISD

All campus volunteers must be VIPS approved (this process includes a background check) prior to volunteering on campus according to Houston Independent School District policy.

The VIPS approval process takes approximately 3-6 weeks, so please plan in advance. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to complete the VIPS process at the beginning of each school year to avoid any potential last-minute issues with the system.

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HOW CAN I BECOME A VIPS?

All volunteers must register online. All volunteers must pass an annual criminal background check before they can participate as a volunteer. Please follow the steps below to become a VIPS:

 Step 1: Register online and complete the entire Online Application in Raptor Volunteer Management System and submit your application.

·       English Application - http://houstonisd.org/vipslogin

·       Spanish Application - http://houstonisd.org/voluntarios

STEP 2: Once your application is completed you will see Pending Review on the screen.

STEP 3: An email regarding your approved status will be sent to your email address within 2-3 weeks.

    • If you do not receive an email, please follow up with your designated school's VIPS Coordinator.

STEP 4: Once you are APPROVED, you are eligible to volunteer in any HISD school(s) for the current school year.