It is the policy of Mother of Divine Grace Interparochial School and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia that  all parents/guardians must have the proper background clearances to be a chaperone on a class trip, volunteer at school or school events. This policy is being put in place for the protection and well-being of all children and adults involved at Mother of Divine Grace Interparochial School.

Please take time to read and review the attached checklist for Safe environment clearances needed. Click here

Clearances required are: 

PA Child Abuse and History Certification  https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home

PA Criminal Record Check for Volunteers - https://epatch.pa.gov/home

Discloure Statement Application for Volunteers
 https://childyouthprotection.org/docs/disclosure%20statement%20volunteers.pdf

Complete the following forms and training.

Discloure Statement Application 

Attend a "Protecting God's Children Awareness Session for Adults" 

Technology Addendum Training

Mandated Reporter Training

Mandated Reporter Acknowledgement Form 

ACT 126 Training Certificate 

Volunteer Requirements - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office of Youth and Protection Click here

List of Protecting God's Children Classes in Philadelphia Click here