Volunteers

Volunteers are the life-blood of our organization. Led by members of the Booster Board and Committee Heads, parents perform vital tasks that outfit, transport and support the students in the programs. Opportunities to volunteer are described below.

We need EVERY family to volunteer throughout the year. Without your assistance, the burden for providing these services falls on a very small number of people. Come join in the fun, meet some new people, and make a lasting difference in your student’s education!

The State of California and Capistrano Unified require all volunteers to be cleared for the safety of our students.

Tier 1 - Chaperones, Uniforms

Tier 1 fingerprint clearance is required when adults have the potential of being alone with students outside of the supervision of teachers.

Tier 1 clearance must be completed by Capistrano Unified School district, even if your fingerprints have cleared other volunteer organizations like AYSO, Girl Scouts, Etc.

**** Your Tier 1 clearance is good for your entire duration in CUSD. This means if you completed it while your child was in Kindergarten, it's still valid,

as long as you have had students in the district the entire time.

Steps to becoming a Tier I volunteer: MUST BE COMPLETED IN THIS ORDER - skipping or changing order will result in significant processing delays.

Register Online: Complete initial registration through the district website and select the 1st option - Tier 1 Volunteers.
Get Fingerprinted: Obtain fingerprinting via Live Scan. Note: We do not reimburse for fingerprinting.
Complete ASCIP Online Training: Finish the required Mandated Reporter online training module (detailed instructions below).
Verify Clearance: Check directly with the school site to confirm clearance status before beginning service.

NEW this year REQUIRED for ALL Tier 1 volunteers ----- ASCIP Self-Registration Instructions

Click on the following link: ASCIP E-Learning Self-Registration
Under Member District, click on the drop-down arrow, select Capistrano Unified School District, and click Next (selecting a site/location is optional).
Enter your First and Last Name.
Click the box titled New Hire and select Volunteer.
Enter your personal email address in the Primary Email Address field and click Save.
Your account will be reviewed by a district administrator. Once approved, you will receive a welcome email from ehelp@ascip.org containing an activation link (active for 24 hours).
Click the link to set up your password (minimum 8 characters; must include 1 uppercase letter, 1 lowercase letter, 1 number, and 1 special character) and acknowledge the terms.
On My Dashboard, complete the assigned Mandated Reporter course. (Note: The course includes audio, so please ensure your speakers are turned on.)

Tier 2 - All Other Volunteers - MUST BE COMPLETED EVERY YEAR

Tier 2 clearance is quick and simple and requires a basic background check performed by the district. There is no cost associated with Tier 2 clearance.

1. Complete the Tier 2 Volunteer Application. district website - and select the 2nd option - Tier 2 Volunteer

2. Review the Volunteer Handbook

3. Contact your school site to finalize the process

Please note: Tier 2 volunteers are screened against the state’s sex offender registry. (Megan's Law)

Questions: Email volunteers@anhsmusic.com

Click here to go to the CUSD website for Volunteers

Rose Bowl Fundraising

We have an amazing opportunity to volunteer for concessions at the Rose Bowl for UCLA football games and the Rose Bowl game on New Year's day. This is a large fundraiser for our program and critical to meeting our financial goals to provide all students with an enriching marching band experience.

New Sign up coming soon!

General Information:

1. Participants must be at least 16 years of age or older.

2. All participants must complete ALL required trainings.

3. Dress Code -

Black pants (think work appropriate, no yoga pants or leggings)
Closed toed non-slip shoes, preferably in black.
You will be provided a shirt and hat you must wear.

4. You will be given a voucher for a meal

5. You must provide your own transportation to and from the Rose Bowl, however carpooling is encouraged. Parking passes will be provided.

Volunteers must complete the following trainings:

1. Levy Training (About 30 -45 min.)

2. CA Food Handlers permit

3. Adults 21 and over must also have their CA responsible beverage permit for serving alchol.

Our boosters will reimburse the cost of trainings, after a Rose Bowl event is completed. See training document for details.

Click Here for training info

If you have any questions please email Melissa Briggs at rosebowlvolunteers@anhsmusic.com

Uniforms

The uniform committee is responsible for organizing and maintaining the band uniforms. Volunteers are needed prior to the start of the school year to help in any of the following areas: fit, measure, hem, wash, and label the uniforms. This generally takes a couple of days during band camp in the band room. Those who wish to hem and wash may take the uniforms home at the end of the day to return the following week.

Throughout the school year, other parents are needed to inventory band uniforms prior to the football games and/or competitions. Three or four parents are also needed to “plume the shakos” (feather in the cap) before the band marches onto the field. Overall, most of these jobs go quickly depending upon how many volunteers sign up, but usually do not exceed three hours per event. Everyone is welcomed. No sewing experience is required.

NOTE: Pursuant to ANHS Band Policy, *ALL* uniform assistants must be registered and approved by the district as “Tier 1 Volunteers”. For more information, see the Capistrano Unified School District Volunteer page.

EMail: uniforms@anhsmusic.com

Logistics

Build and Repair

Props, one of the exciting visual elements of our marching show, need to be constructed, painted and maintained throughout the Fall Marching Band. Equipment, golf carts and our band trailer need regular maintenance to make sure they are performance ready. If you have some time on a Saturday and like to work with your hands this is a great way to get involved! No mechanical or carpentry experience required!

Transportation

For a band of our size we travel heavy. Our 24' band trailer is joined by two or three 26' trucks for every competition. We need trusted volunteers to load and secure the equipment and drive the trucks. Making sure everything arrives safely and is ready for the performance is vital to our group's success.