VIRTUS
In order to volunteer in activities where adults may be alone with children (for example, chaperoning field trips and classroom events) parents need to be compliant with the requirements from the Diocesan Office of Child Protection. There are two requirements: 1. an online background check and 2. a VIRTUS class (formally known as "Protecting God's Children for Adults" training session) in the Diocese.
To begin the online background check, please go to https://www.arlingtondiocese.org/child-protection/background-check and click on the blue Volunteer button.
Once the background check is complete, you will receive an automatic email with a list of upcoming VIRTUS training sessions in the Diocese. You can choose any location and date that best fits your schedule.
The school office will maintain a list of compliant parents. If you are not on the list, you will not be able to volunteer in your child's classroom. To be compliant, all individuals must attend the training seminar and complete and have their background check cleared before beginning employment or volunteer work.
For assistance with or questions regarding the application process, please contact Mrs. Ruth Cody, [email protected].