Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We are sharing important updates regarding the SRVUSD volunteer clearance process for the 2025-26 school year, specifically related to background checks, online training requirements, and associated fees. SRVUSD continues to partner with Be A Mentor (BAM) to manage volunteer clearance. This message is being shared with all current parents and caregivers, regardless of previous or current clearance status.
New Background Check and Training Requirements
In alignment with California State Assembly Bill 506, effective July 1, 2025, all volunteers will be required to complete a Livescan fingerprint background check as well as mandated reporter and sexual harassment prevention training to be eligible to volunteer for the 2025-26 school year. Once fingerprinted for SRVUSD, volunteers will not need to repeat the process in future years.
Volunteers must complete all requirements before working at fall registration, classroom assignments, and all 2025-26 school events. We strongly encourage you to begin this process starting June 1, 2025. Volunteers in the BAM system who have not completed all requirements will be unable to volunteer until clearance is complete.
- New Volunteers: Level 1 volunteer or Level 2 volunteer, with driving: Please submit your volunteer application through BAM to begin the clearance process on or after June 1, 2025.
Effective July 1, 2025, volunteers will be classified as Level 1 (cleared for all events, no driving) or Level 2 (cleared for all events, including driving). Current Level 3 volunteers will be reclassified to Level 2.
Livescan Fingerprint Fees
Due to Board-approved budget reductions, SRVUSD is making adjustments in several areas, including the fees associated with background checks for volunteers and staff. These changes are essential to responsibly address the district’s financial situation while upholding our commitment to providing a high-quality education for all students.
Effective immediately, all applicants and volunteers—regardless of clearance level—will be responsible for covering the full cost of their Livescan fingerprinting through a service provider of their choice.
SRVUSD will no longer cover Livescan fingerprinting expenses. In addition to the fingerprinting fee, which is paid directly to the Livescan provider at the time of service, BAM will collect a $25 processing fee from each applicant or volunteer. Be a Mentor will waive this $25 processing fee through June 30, 2025. Since rolling fees vary by provider, we recommend contacting your preferred Livescan location for specific pricing. BAM will provide a list of approved providers.
For full details on volunteer requirements and the clearance process, please refer to the SRVUSD Volunteer Handbook, District webpage, and the SRVUSD Volunteer Requirement FAQ.
For questions, please contact SRVUSD Communications at communications@srvusd.net.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to student safety and success.
