Richland One is looking for volunteers to serve as R1 CHAMPS for the 2025-2026 school year. The goal of R1 CHAMPS (Caring Hearts Making Positive Shifts) is to place more positive role models on school campuses and help staff empower, inspire and encourage students to achieve their full potential.
R1 CHAMPS volunteers provide an additional adult presence and an “extra set of eyes” on campuses during the
school day. They greet students at the beginning of the day and assist staff during dismissal; monitor the halls during class changes and help ensure that students report to their classes on time; and assist staff during school assemblies and special events.
Volunteers must undergo a South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) background check and a Department of Social Services (DSS) Child Abuse Registry check.
If you are interested in becoming an R1 CHAMPS volunteer and plan to attend one of the training sessions, click here to register. You must complete the registration form in order to participate in the training.
For more information about R1 CHAMPS, contact Kerry Abel, Richland One’s coordinator of dropout prevention and mentoring services, at 803-231-7182 or kerry.abel@richlandone.org”>kerry.abel@richlandone.org.
