Volunteer background checks and before/after-school programs explained
Aug 25, 2026
Aug 25, 2026
Gilmour encouraged parents to complete volunteer applications/background checks during enrollment verification if they plan to volunteer or chaperone, and she noted most elementary before/after programs have waitlists.
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Gilmour told families that parents who plan to volunteer in classrooms or chaperone field trips should complete the volunteer application (which includes a background check) during enrollment verification. She said the application is required for in-school volunteering during school hours.
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