Monthly Archives: March 2007

National Organization Moves to offer Background Checks for Volunteers

Posted on March 26, 2007 by Screening

With the help of several companies, the National Recreation and Park Association developed a new background screening program in order provide a safer environment for children. This new program screens both youth coaches and volunteers for criminal offenses as well … Continue reading →

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Berkeley County, SC Passes Policy Requiring Background Checks on Volunteers

Posted on March 15, 2007 by Screening

The Berkeley County School Board just approved a new policy Tuesday night mandating that school volunteers now have to undergo a State Law Enforcement Division background check. This policy applies to volunteers who mentor students, tutor one-on-one, or attend overnight … Continue reading →

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Classroom Volunteer Suspected of Molesting Two Students

Posted on March 12, 2007 by Screening

In Contra Costa County, CA, the John Swett School District is re-evaluating its volunteer–screening policy following the arrest of Joseph Webb at Rodeo Hills Elementary on suspicion of molesting two boys while helping at a classroom party. The Contra Costa … Continue reading →

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