CSE: Clearances
At Dr. Cleveland Steward Elementary parents/guardians are encouraged to participate in the PTO. The Gateway School District requires all parent volunteers to submit the appropriate paperwork. Upon receiving these clearances, please be sure you provide the secretary with the original copies so that the forms can be copied and filed. Below is the information necessary for each level of volunteer:
Assistive Volunteers shall be approved by the building administrator and shall, prior to approval, submit to the principal’s office for review and verification:
1. Application
2. Criminal History Record – Act 34 Clearance (Original)
3. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History – Act 151 Clearance (Original)
(These records will be maintained in the building for a period of two years.)
Independent Volunteers and Volunteer Coaches/Sponsors shall be approved by the Gateway Board of School Directors prior to providing services to the District. The following forms must be submitted to the Personnel Office prior to starting as a volunteer:
1. Application
2. Criminal History Record – Act 34 Clearance (Original), and FBI Clearance (Original)
3. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History – Act 151 Clearance (Original)
4. Tuberculosis test within one year
*In a case where financial hardship may be deterring you from applying for clearances and volunteering, please see the building principal.
