Volunteer at HISD
Family & Community Engagement
Volunteer at HISD
Thank you for your interest in supporting Houston ISD students and schools. Volunteers contribute time, care, experience, and encouragement that can make a lasting difference in the lives of students.
Your Volunteer Experience
Supporting Students and School Communities
Welcome to your volunteer experience with HISD schools and programs. We appreciate your interest in supporting students and thank you for your investment of time and care.
New and returning volunteers receive support from a campus VIPS Coordinator and other school staff as they complete their volunteer assignments. This partnership helps ensure that volunteers are prepared, supported, and connected to the needs of the campus.
Ways to Serve
Volunteers Support Students in Many Ways
Mentor
Encourage students, build positive relationships, and provide dependable support.
Tutor
Help students strengthen academic skills, confidence, and persistence.
Chaperone
Support safe, organized, and meaningful learning experiences beyond the classroom.
Role Model
Demonstrate responsibility, kindness, service, and active community involvement.
Get Started
Register and Connect With Durham
Use the options below to complete the HISD volunteer process or inquire about volunteer opportunities available at Durham Elementary.
Official HISD Resource
Register Through HISD VIPS
Review district volunteer information and complete the required registration process through Houston ISD’s official Volunteer in Public Schools resource.
Visit the HISD Volunteer SiteDurham Elementary
Ask About Campus Opportunities
Contact the Durham Elementary front office team to learn about current campus needs, volunteer assignments, and ways families can support our students and staff.
Call 713-613-2527The HISD volunteer registration page is maintained by the district and opens in a separate browser tab. Completing district registration does not automatically guarantee a specific campus assignment; volunteer opportunities are coordinated based on campus needs.