How To Volunteer

DRAFT 2026-2027 DRAFT

Disclaimer: We strive to keep this information as up-to-date as possible, but the APS process is constantly evolving.  If during your processing you find any of this information to be inaccurate, please let us know so we can update.

APS has strict requirements for our volunteers.  Our students' safety is absolutely critical.

Our band needs EVERYONE to volunteer.  Many hands make light work, and your involvement as a parent is critical to the success of the Band.  Typically we need 100-150 volunteers at various events throughout the year to help.  Thank YOU for volunteering!

Most of our volunteering opportunities will require an APS Unsupervised Clearance.  In order to obtain this clearance, you will need to fill out this form for APS.  Your submission will be sent to APS where they will contact you about next steps.  The cost for this is $59.  The general outline of the process is below:

1. Individual fills out the APS request form

2. Once processed into their system, the individual will receive an email from noreply@aps.edu, outlining the most up-to-date process for submitting information, paying for the background check, and scheduling fingerprinting.  Pay special attention to the instructions, as there are specific codes you will need to use in the system.  You can ONLY get fingerprinted at the 6400 Uptown Blvd. location.
   NOTE: Double-check your spam folder for this email.  It should come fairly quickly - if not, contact the number at the top of the request form.

3. Once you have been fingerprinted, you will receive another email when the background check is complete and you are able to get your badge and paperwork.  Follow the instructions in the email to go to the APS Graphics Enterprise Services building (912 Oak St.) to pick up the badge and paperwork. 

4. Email the clearance paperwork (NOT the completion email) to our Vice President at vicepresident@eldorado.band for our records.

**You can request to be reimbursed for the cost of the clearance by submitting your receipt to financials@eldorado.band**