VOLUNTEERING

CALL TO ACTION: At SRMS, volunteers are vital in enriching our students' experiences. We depend on the generous contributions of thousands of volunteer hours throughout the school year to assist our students, teachers, and administrators. We invite you to participate in our exciting activities and events by completing the background check process as soon as possible. Your involvement offers a fantastic chance to connect with our staff, faculty, and fellow parents, and we truly appreciate your support. GO SHARKS!

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Link to Complete AACPS Chaperone/Volunteer Background Investigations webpage
including Definitions and FAQ's

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Below is an overview of the advantages and disadvantages, as well as the steps required to complete the AACPS Chaperone/Volunteer Background Investigations.

 

Requirements for All Background Checks:

• Anyone applying to be a chaperone or volunteer must be at least 18 years of age.

• Background checks should be completed at least 3-weeks prior to activity or event.

• All individuals applying to be a volunteer or chaperone for AACPS are required to watch the Sexual Harassment and Child Abuse Training Video [ENGLISH & ESPAÑOL VERSIONS] and submit a Volunteer Video Verification Form found on the same page to the SRMS office staff for their records.

 

Background investigations are divided into two categories:

• Fingerprint-Supported Background Checks

  • Key advantages of a fingerprint-based background check:

    • Applicants are no longer required to provide an electronic (commercial) background check.

    • Are good throughout your family’s uninterrupted education with AACPS.

    • This type of background check permits participation in all types of chaperone and volunteer opportunities.

  • Fingerprint-supported background checks must be scheduled through the Fingerprinting Office at 410-222-5045. The Fingerprinting Office is located at the AACPS Central Office on Riva Road and is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, during the school year.

  • The cost of fingerprinting is $63.00 and it includes the commercial background check.

  • Approved applicants are provided with a Fingerprint Verification Card and should present this card to the SRMS office staff for their records.

• Commercial Background Checks

  • ​These background checks are at no cost to the applicant and are only valid for 2 years.

  • This type of background check does not qualify for every chaperone or volunteer opportunity.

  • A valid email address is required to request a commercial background check.

    • Click on link to: Chaperone/Volunteer Background Investigations

    • Scroll down to BACKGROUND CHECK APPLICATION [just past the DEFINITIONS section] and follow instructions to apply for a commercial background check.

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