Harrison Elementary

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, you will need to visit the BAM website:

Be A Mentor

Here you will need to enter your personal information and select the school site(s) and/or program(s) you would like to volunteer with.  Your information will then be forwarded to the selected school(s)/program(s) (e.g., PYA, Stagg, Preschool).  The BAM coordinator from the site/program will review and approve your application to volunteer. Once you are approved by the site/program, you will be referred to the Police Department for a background check, ID badge, and possible fingerprinting.

***Parents should always be afforded an opportunity to volunteer pursuant to Education Code §51100.  However, a site/program can limit volunteer opportunities (e.g., not everyone can volunteer as a football coach; not everyone can volunteer on a field trip; etc.). Additionally, a parent wanting to visit their student’s classroom does not need to be processed as a volunteer and can make arrangements at the school.  The volunteer program is designed for recurring involvement in the District, school, or program.

Where do I go to get fingerprinted if I want to volunteer?

• All applicants are fingerprinted at the SUSD Police Department, 640 N. San Joaquin Street, Stockton, CA 95202. Find all Volunteer Information at www.beamentor.org/stockton.

When can I come in?

• You will have to go online and apply to be a parent volunteer.  Go to the website and you will be directed on how to apply once you enter your email address.

What will it cost me to get fingerprinted?

• There is no charge for volunteers to be fingerprinted.

How do you fingerprint applicants?

• All applicants are fingerprinted electronically via a live scan machine and results are sent to the Department of Justice.

What do I bring with me?

• Be prepared to show a current State or Federally issued identification card. We do not accept check cashing cards or expired ID cards for identification. All photo identification must be current.

Do I need to be fingerprinted again if I was fingerprinted before?

• Yes, the Department of Justice requires volunteers to be fingerprinted every 12 months. If you are applying for a job with Stockton Unified, you will also need to be re-fingerprinted. The Department of Justice runs two different kinds of background checks on employees and volunteers. There is a $51.00 charge for employment fingerprinting.

How long does it take for the results to come back?

• Fingerprint returns can take up to 30 days.  Once we have fingerprinted you, we will issue you a fingerprint receipt. This receipt is NOT a clearance to work or volunteer. It is just to let the school know that you have been fingerprinted.

How do I know if I am clear to volunteer?

• Once the SUSD Police Department receives verification from the Department of Justice, you will be notified by mail.

Who can I contact for additional questions or concerns?

• Regarding School Site or Volunteer Clearance Issues, you may contact the SUSD Police Department at (209) 933-7085 ext. 2464.