For the safety of our students and staff, anyone who is in our buildings and NOT a Saint Louis Public Schools employee must be background checked through the Office of Volunteer Services. We appreciate your help in keeping our buildings safe and welcoming!

No. The district absorbs all costs associated with processing applications, provided they are submitted directly to the SLPS Volunteer Services Department.

We request that you allow us at least 2 weeks to process your application. Thanks for your patience!

Once approved, your approval lasts two years from that date. Example: Approval – January 2018 / Renewal – January 2020.

Notice of your approval will be sent to the school that you request, so be sure to keep in touch with the Family & Community Specialist at your school!

Unfortunately, applications cannot be processed without this information. Your full Social Security number must be provided so that we can run a background check for the safety of our students.

Not all negative reports are denied! All negative cases are reviewed by the SLPS District Attorney on a case-by-case basis.

If you believe your application has been denied in error, please contact the SLPS District Attorney.