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Volunteer/Committee Opportunities

Derby Public Schools offers a variety of ways parents and community members can be involved throughout our district through committees and volunteer opportunities. If interested in volunteering, please contact one of our schools for building-specific opportunities or visit their school website under "Get Involved".

If visiting or volunteering at a school, please make note that Derby Public Schools utilizes a digital visitor management system called SafeVisitor. This comprehensive system enhances our school entrance security, streamline the check-in process and helps us be aware of everyone in our schools so that we can account for them in the event of an emergency. Click the SafeVisitor button to pre-register for your upcoming school visit or to learn more. 

Click "Read More" below to learn more about each committee including information regarding the contact person, frequency of meetings and committee representation.

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Pre-register for your upcoming school visit with SafeVisitor! Thank you in advance for your participation and support of our safety efforts. You are an important part of our school community. 

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Board of Education Seeking Candidates for DRC Board Appointment

Derby Public Schools Board of Education is seeking candidates interested in serving as a Derby Recreation Commission (DRC) Board member for a four-year term. In 1980, the DRC was created through a joint resolution between the City of Derby and USD 260 and approved by the voters of Derby Public Schools. The DRC is a joint recreation commission, meaning two of its Board Members are appointed by the City of Derby, two of its Board Members are appointed by Derby Public Schools, and the final Board Member is appointed at-large by the other four members. 

At the May 12, 2025 Board of Education meeting, a timeline was approved to interview for the open DRC Board Appointment position. The appointment to the Derby Recreation Board of Directors is a four-year volunteer term served without compensation. Interested applicants should review the requirements and timeline below. The original resolution stipulates that one of the school district appointees must reside outside the corporate limits of the City of Derby but within the boundaries of USD 260.


Timeline for DRC Board Appointment by Board of Education 
May-June 

• Advertise Opening and Application 
• A three-member committee will be appointed by the Board President and will develop questions/procedures for interviews

June 
• Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted to the Clerk of the Board, 1550 E. Walnut Grove Rd, Derby, KS or electronically tlies@usd260.com by 4:30PM on June 2, 2025.
• Interview Candidates 
• Take the candidate recommendation to the second Board of Education meeting in June

July 
• Take the candidate recommendation to the Board of Education for action at the first Board meeting in July

September
• Selected candidate begins serving on the DRC Board

Requirements: This appointment must reside outside the corporate limits of the City of Derby but within the boundaries of USD 260. Ability to attend monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of every month. Willingness to review relevant material and agendas, communicate with the DRC Superintendent, stakeholders and other Board members. A commitment to public service and a familiarity with members of the community. Experience working as part of boards or committees, or other significant organizational experience. Strong interest and/or experience in the provision of recreation services. Other valued characteristics would be knowledge of government, project management, risk management, finance, human resources and legal issues. Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

For more information regarding the DRC Board appointment, please visit www.derbyschools.com. If you have questions regarding the DRC Board, please email Chris Drum, DRC Superintendent, chris@derbyrec.com.

District Committees

2024-2025 Strategic Plan Committee Interest

Are you interested in serving on a committee for year three of the Strategic Plan? The 2022-2027 Derby Public Schools Strategic Plan is designed to be a roadmap for the district. The plan articulates a common foundation of expectations and goals in place to prepare our students and staff for success. Learn more about each committee below or visit www.derbyschools.com/StrategicPlan

We are seeking committee member representation to include students, staff, families, business partners and community members for each of the six established goal areas. We would welcome more than one person from the household to submit their name to serve on a committee. We ask that you please complete one form per person. If your child is a current student who wishes to serve as a student representative, you may also complete the form on their behalf. 
Please select your committee interest HERE. Committees meet 4-5 times per year. Dates/times are listed on the sign-up form. Sign-ups open on July 22 and will close on August 16.

Our goal with each of the strategic plan sub-committees is to actively participate and represent all stakeholders, including staff, families, students, community members and business partners. The work of these committees will shape what education looks like for future generations at Derby Public Schools! It is a great way to be involved and have your voice be heard. 

Strategic Plan Committees

Get Involved Through School Committees

Each school has a list of volunteer and committee opportunities offered at their location. Please visit each schools page to learn more about the various ways to get involved at Derby Public Schools. 

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