SHHK takes a serious view on members who are absent from duties assigned. Members who are assigned slots and did not turn up for duties are depriving others the opportunities to volunteer. SHHK reserves the right to reject future volunteer application or terminate duties assigned if member breaches any of the terms and conditions/notes to […]
Faq Category: VOLUNTEER SCHEME
What are the objectives of the School-based Member Volunteer Scheme?
The School-based Member Volunteer Scheme aims to achieve the following objectives: Meet the schools’ needs on volunteers Provide a platform for parents to contribute to the schools Allow potential parents and students to build rapport with the school […]
Who is eligible to apply for School-based Member Volunteer Scheme?
Only SHHK members are eligible. […]
How are volunteer slots allocated for School-based Member Volunteer Scheme?
Allocation of volunteer slots is based on the needs of the schools, volunteers’ availability, profile of the member volunteers and priority tier. Priority is computed by a combination of factors including child’s year of registration and outstanding hours required. For example, a volunteer whose child is due for registration in 2022 and have completed 0 […]
Is distance between the school and my home a selection criterion for the School-based Member Volunteer Scheme?
No. […]
What is the minimum duration that each member volunteer is required to serve in the scheme?
Member volunteers will generally be required to commit a minimum of 5 months. The duration is subjected to the schools’ needs. […]
Is the School-based Member Volunteer Scheme open to members with children of all ages?
The School-based Member Volunteer Scheme is opened to members with children of all ages. Allocation of volunteer slots is based on needs of the school, volunteers’ availability and priority tier. Priority is computed by a combination of factors including child’s year of registration and outstanding hours required. For example, a volunteer whose child is due […]
How is the School-based Member Volunteer Scheme different from the MOE Parent Volunteer Scheme?
The School-based Member Volunteer Scheme is administered by SHHK and is subjected to the terms and conditions of SHHK. […]
Can the applicant volunteer in more than one school?
Members are encouraged to volunteer in the school of their choice so as to build rapport and be familiarised with the school’s culture and environment. […]
How many times can I be absent from the volunteer work?
SHHK takes a serious view on members who are absent from the duties assigned and/or lie about hours clocked. Once you have been assigned a volunteer slot, you are required to fulfil your commitment dutifully, as your absence will impact the school’s operations and programmes. SHHK reserves the right to terminate volunteer duty assignments if […]