Fingerprinting "Party" for Volunteers in West County Schools

Several West County School Unified School District events are approaching to qualify volunteers for Hercules schools and others in the district.

The next "fingerprinting party" for those who wish to volunteer in West Contra Costa public schools will be held Saturday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., at El Cerrito High School.

The West Contra Costa Unified School District requires many school volunteers to be fingerprinted and registered. In general terms, parents who volunteer in their own child's K-12 classroom do not need to be fingerprinted, while fingerprinting is required for parents volunteering outside their child's classroom and for non-parent volunteers. A more detailed description of the policy can be found on the district's Web site.

Those who wish to attend a fingerprinting party should schedule an appointment in advance by contacting the district's Community Engagement Office at (510) 307-4526 or via email to volunteer@wccusd.net.

Volunteers with appointments will be asked to bring the following:

• Proof of TB test results (if available)
• Completed Volunteer Application (with Principal's Signature preferred)
• Completed Livescan Application (sent only to those who have a confirmed appointment)
• Current US government issued ID.

Those who attend a fingerprinting party will receive a receipt confirming they've been fingerprinted, a Department of Justice and FBI transmittal identification number, and a note indicating any additional required documentation. Once Department of Justice and FBI clearance is obtained, a district volunteer badge will be mailed to the volunteer. It can also be picked up from the district's Human Resources office at certain times.

Another fingerprinting party will be held a week later, on Dec. 10, at Collins Elementary School in Pinole.