NES Volunteer Policy 

In accordance with Rhode Island General Law (RIGL) 16-2-18.4, anyone wishing to volunteer in the Narragansett School System (NSS) must complete a state criminal background check prior to starting any volunteer work. Volunteers must request their background check through the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI), the Department of the Attorney General or the local police department where they reside.

Please note: Volunteer background checks are valid for one year from the date of processing and must be renewed annually to continue volunteering in our district.

• Option #1: Local Walk-In
  Visit the police department in the city or town where you reside and request a statewide background check for volunteering. (Please note: a fee applies.)

• Option #2: AG's Office Walk- In
  CLICK HERE for in-person background check by AG's Office.

• Option #3: Mail In Background check 
  Info can be found HERE.