Volunteer Compliance Requirements

Mandatory Safety Steps for
Every School Volunteer

The Diocese of San Diego Office of Schools (OFS) is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and faith-filled learning environments where all students can thrive. To strengthen our ongoing efforts to protect children and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, our schools are implementing requirements related to SB 848, Safe Environment compliance, anti-harassment training, and AB 2534. These measures enhance student safety, promote respectful and inclusive school communities, support informed hiring practices, and ensure compliance with state and diocesan requirements. Together, these initiatives help reinforce our shared responsibility to safeguard the dignity and well-being of every student entrusted in our care.

To meet SB 848 requirements, effective immediately, the Diocese of San Diego OFS is changing school volunteer requirements. School volunteers are defined as individuals 18 years of age or older who serve in a volunteer capacity, regardless of their level of supervision. This includes parents, legal guardians, siblings, volunteer coaches, volunteer after-school personnel, outside vendors, and others who assist with school activities. The OFS requires that all volunteers complete the Department of Justice DOJ/FBI Live Scan and all requirements and training at a minimum of 2 weeks prior to volunteering to ensure compliance with diocesan policies and applicable state regulations.

CMG-Safe Environment Curriculum (expires every five years)

Confirm that you have a CMG account. Do not create a new account if one already exists for you!

If you are not sure whether you have a CMG account, please email: volunteers@schoolofthemadeleine.com and we will help you!

To create a new account, ONLY if needed, use the following link: Create CMG Account

Confirm your “CMG-Safe Environment Curriculum” training is current or complete the “CMG-Safe Environment Curriculum” training if needed

Cleared DOJ/FBI Live Scan

All school volunteers must complete a fingerprint based state and federal-level background check specific to School of the Madeleine.

Please take the corresponding SOM-Specific Live Scan Form to any authorized service provider to complete this step in the process

This service will cost $80 and you can pay by the following methods: cash/check/apple pay/credit and debit card

Current TB Test (expires after 4 years)

Provide a negative TB Test Result or completed TB Risk Assessment Form completed by your health care provider

Please use this link to access the TB Risk Assessment Form: School Volunteer TB Risk Assessment

Please send a copy to the school via this email address: volunteers@schoolofthemadeleine.com

California Mandated Reporting-Volunteers (completed annually)

To ensure that highest level of student protection, all school volunteers must complete the Child Abuse Prevention-Volunteers Training. Please notify the school at this email address: volunteers@schoolofthemadeleine.com when you are ready for this step in the process. The training will be emailed to you.

How to accept an invitation for Mandated Reporting Mandated Reporter Accepting Invitation Instructions

Field Trip Driver – Additional Requirements

If you plan to drive for a field trip you must complete all 4 volunteer compliance requirements in addition to the following:

Required Training

Complete the “CMG Defensive Driving Curriculum” training, located on the CMG platform.

Transportation Credentials

Please email the following credentials to volunteers@schoolofthemadeleine.com:

A valid driver’s license
Current vehicle registration for the vehicle being used to transport students
Proof of insurance showing $100,000 / $300,000 coverage for the vehicle being used to transport students