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WILL THIS FULFILL A SCHOOL REQUIREMENT OR WILL YOU RECEIVE SCHOOL CREDIT FOR YOUR SERVICE: □ Yes □ No
IF YES.... Is this a Service-Learning Experience? □ Yes □ No
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NAME OF SCHOOL NUMBER OF HOURS NEEDED DEADLINE
SECTION C BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
If you are 16 years of age or older and want to serve in any volunteer capacity, you must undergo an annual background check (with
exception of serving on a board, commission, or at a special Event). For this purpose, a special event volunteer is defined as a
volunteer who is assisting with an event or project lasting less than one week. A copy of the Kannapolis Parks and Recreation
volunteer screening process is found in the Volunteer Services Orientation Manual. A signed Authorization for Release of Personal
Information for Employment/Volunteer Purposes is required.
SECTION D VOLUNTEER CONSENT AND WAIVER
I agree to conform to Kannapolis Parks and Recreation rules and procedures to the best of my ability and agree to respect the
confidential nature of information I may obtain as a volunteer for Kannapolis Parks and Recreation. I understand that a criminal
records check may be conducted. I also understand that Kannapolis Parks and Recreation reserves the right to discontinue the
services of any volunteer at any time.
I understand that I will not be paid for my services as a volunteer, and I am giving my time freely to the Kannapolis Parks and
Recreation Department. I also give my permission to use any photographs taken of me for marketing or other purposes.
I certify that the above statements are true, correct, and given voluntarily. In addition, I understand that this information may be
disclosed to any party with legal and proper interest.
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Date Signature of Volunteer Applicant
Parental Consent for Minor to Volunteer
In consideration of the City of Kannapolis, permitting my child to participate as a volunteer in the Parks and Recreation Department
and its associated activities, I acknowledge and agree to the following: (1) I represent that my child is in satisfactory physical and
mental health and physically/mentally able to engage in volunteer work and not be a danger to themselves or others. (2) I am aware
that as a parent of a minor that I will be held liable for any misconduct or behavior or unlawful activity that my child may engage in
while in a volunteer status with the City of Kannapolis.
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Date Signature of Parent/Guardian (if under 18)
If you are applying for a volutneer coaching opportunity, please continue to page 3 & 4.