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Carrie LaRoy Named VIP Coordinator

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Carrie LaRoy has been appointed as the new VIP (Volunteer in Person) Coordinator for Walla Walla Public Schools, effective immediately. LaRoy has worked for the district for 17 years, most recently as a Technology Integration Specialist.

The VIP program, established in 2023 by community member Beth Swanson, now has nearly 3,000 registered volunteers supporting schools across the district. LaRoy plans to build on Swanson's foundation while focusing on strengthening community-school connections and expanding volunteer opportunities.

LaRoy will continue to support district technology initiatives while overseeing the volunteer program, which aims to connect community members' time, talents, and resources with school needs.

πŸ“„ Source: Local Government β€” https://www.wwps.org/news/~board/district-news/post/building-connections-carrie-laroy-expands-her-impact-through-technology-and-volunteer-support
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    Carrie LaRoy has been appointed as the new VIP Coordinator for Walla Walla Public Schoolsβ€œNow in her 17th year with the district, Carrie is adding another responsibility to her work: VIP (Volunteer in Person) Coordinator.”
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    The appointment is effective immediatelyNo usable supporting receipt β€” unverified.
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    LaRoy has worked for the district for 17 yearsβ€œNow in her 17th year with the district, Carrie is adding another responsibility to her work: VIP (Volunteer in Person) Coordinator.”
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    LaRoy has most recently worked as a Technology Integration Specialistβ€œFor the past four years, she has served as a full-time Technology Integration Specialist, helping educators across the district effectively use technology to support teaching and learning.”
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    The VIP program was established in 2023β€œThe VIP program was established in 2023 by community member Beth Swanson, who partnered with community organizations and the school district to develop a comprehensive volunteer program.”
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    The VIP program was established by community member Beth Swansonβ€œThe VIP program was established in 2023 by community member Beth Swanson, who partnered with community organizations and the school district to develop a comprehensive volunteer program.”
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    The VIP program now has nearly 3,000 registered volunteersβ€œToday, the initiative includes nearly 3,000 registered volunteers who support students, staff, and schools throughout the district.”
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    The VIP program supports schools across the districtβ€œToday, the initiative includes nearly 3,000 registered volunteers who support students, staff, and schools throughout the district.”
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    LaRoy plans to build on Swanson's foundationβ€œBeth handed off a thriving volunteer program that I hope to continue with fidelity while setting goals to refine and build upon what she started,”
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    LaRoy plans to focus on strengthening community-school connectionsβ€œIn her new role, Carrie looks forward to strengthening connections between the district and the community while exploring opportunities to expand the VIP program.”
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    LaRoy plans to expand volunteer opportunitiesβ€œShe sees the position as a chance to learn from a new perspective, build relationships with more community members, and help create meaningful volunteer experiences that benefit schools.”
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    LaRoy will continue to support district technology initiativesβ€œFor the past four years, she has served as a full-time Technology Integration Specialist, helping educators across the district effectively use technology to support teaching and learning.”
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    LaRoy will oversee the volunteer programβ€œNow in her 17th year with the district, Carrie is adding another responsibility to her work: VIP (Volunteer in Person) Coordinator.”
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    The volunteer program aims to connect community members' time, talents, and resources with school needsβ€œFor Carrie, the opportunity represents another way to support Walla Walla Public Schools, not only through technology and professional learning, but also by helping connect the community’s time, talents, and resources with the needs of students and staff.”

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