DURHAM

Why must I have a criminal background check to participate in volunteer activities in DPS??

Last year, I chaperoned two field trips without a background check. Why has the policy changed?

Does this mean I can’t be involved with the school without a background check?

What’s the difference between volunteering and parent involvement?

I don’t want to be a chaperone on a field trip - I simply want to go along to accompany my child. Can I do this without submitting a volunteer application form?

Isn’t it my right to be able to accompany my child?

If I can’t accompany my child, is he/she required to participate?

If I choose to provide my own transportation to the site of the field trip or activity so that I can keep an eye on my child, and I’m in a public space, how can the school system prevent me from being there?

I paid to go on the field trip. What happens to my money if I am not cleared? to go on the trip?

Is there an age limit to be a volunteer in DPS?

How long does the background check process take?

How do I sign up to be a volunteer?

Who should I contact with additional questions?