Watch DOGS Information

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The Watch DOGS 2026-2027 Signup is live!
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What is Watch D.O.G.S.?

Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) is a family and community engagement program to bring fathers (or grandfathers, uncles, and other father figures) into schools to volunteer for at least one full school day. The program is overseen by a “Top Dogs” volunteer team who coordinates with school administrators for scheduling etc.

What are the goals?

To provide positive male role models for the students, demonstrating by their presence that education is important.
To provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.

What are the volunteer’s typical responsibilities?

Assist with parent drop-off and greet students; Campus security check; Recesses; Lunches including eating with your child; Helping in your child’s classroom

What else should I know?

You will need to complete the Snohomish SD volunteer online application to get a SafeVisitor pass at least 2 weeks before your volunteer day. Click Here to reach the district volunteers page where you can access the handbook and online application. The application process includes a Washington State Patrol background check. Once the application and background check is complete you will receive an email with your approval status. Your SafeVisitor pass will be valid for 2 years. Bring the pass and your photo ID on your volunteer day.
Plan to arrive by 7:50 AM and check in at the front office where you will receive your Little Cedars Elementary volunteer pass for the day, your schedule, and a Watch DOGS volunteer vest.
At the conclusion of your day, return both your LCE volunteer pass and the Watch DOGS vest to the front office.
You can volunteer multiple times during the school year, but no more than once per month.
Signups must be made at least 2 weeks in advance to allow time for scheduling your day.
Only one Watch DOGS volunteer per day.
Conference weeks, Early release days, and SBA testing days are excluded from the signup calendar.

For any other questions about the program, email the PTA Watch DOGS volunteer team: WatchDOGS@LittleCedarsPTA.org

To learn more about the history of the program check out the national Watch DOGS website.