This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 18A-2-3a, to the Code of West Virginia, 1931, aimed at addressing the shortage of parent volunteers in schools. It recognizes that licensed substitute and full-time teachers, who have already undergone a background check, should not be required to complete an additional background check to serve as parent volunteers for school-related activities. The intent is to streamline the process and encourage more qualified individuals to participate in volunteer opportunities, such as extracurricular and sporting events.

The bill outlines that licensed substitute and full-time teachers who have passed the initial background check will be permitted to volunteer without the burden of further checks. This change is expected to facilitate greater involvement from educators in school activities, ultimately benefiting the school community by increasing the number of available volunteers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18A-2-3a