The well-being and safety of all students are a top priority in Pennsbury School District. To comply with new PA laws that took effect on July 1, 2015, schools are now required to obtain background checks/clearances for individuals volunteering, participating in classroom parties or attending field trips.  Background/safety clearances may take four weeks or longer to obtain.  Be aware if you do not have your completed paperwork on file with the school office, you will not be permitted to participate in the activity.  This will be strictly enforced to comply with district policy and ensure the safety of the children.  Please plan accordingly and obtain your paperwork early.  We sincerely appreciate your understanding and compliance with this policy.

Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary and the ER PTO value all of our volunteers and have seen the tremendous impact your time and talents have on our school community.  We encourage everyone to obtain their clearances so that you can continue to participate in activities with your child and make a difference!

The well-being and safety of all students are a top priority in Pennsbury School District. Please be aware that parents/guardians who volunteer in the school, and parents/guardians who volunteer to be a field trip chaperone must obtain prior background checks/clearances in advance. This will be strictly enforced to comply with District Policy and ensure the safety of the children. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and compliance with this policy.

 How to Obtain Background Clearances:

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1. Act 34 Criminal Background Check
   
   

   • This check is required for all volunteers working with children.

   • The fee is waived for volunteers as of July 25, 2015.
     
     

2. Act 151 Child Abuse History Clearance
   
   

   • Also required for volunteers working with children.

   • The fee is waived for volunteers as of July 25, 2015.
     
     

3. FBI Fingerprint Clearance (if applicable)
   
   

   • Required only for prospective volunteers who have not lived in Pennsylvania for the past 10 consecutive years.

   • Service code: 1KG6ZJ

   • Cost: $27.00

   • You must register before visiting a fingerprinting location.

Note:
You do not need the FBI/fingerprint clearance if all of the following apply:

• You have been a continuous resident of Pennsylvania for the past 10 years.

• You sign a written statement affirming that you have never been convicted of a disqualifying crime in Pennsylvania, another state, U.S. territory, or foreign country.

Please be aware that background/safety clearances may take four weeks or longer to obtain. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please plan accordingly and obtain your paperwork early. NOTE: Clearances will need to be renewed every 60 months. 

Please call the school office to confirm the procedure for submitting volunteer clearances to the Building Principal. 

Board Policy #908.2 on volunteering in the Pennsbury schools may be viewed here.