Reading is Fundamental requires the following clearances for all volunteers in accordance with Pittsburgh Public School District Policy:

Criminal Record Check (Act 34)

Child Abuse Clearance (Act 33)

Fingerprint Based Record Check or Pennsylvania Resident Waiver (for eligible volunteers) 

Please see the Volunteer Clearance Guide that details how to obtain each clearance! Once obtained, all 3 clearances are good for 5 years. To be valid for School Year 2024-25 clearances must be dated June 2020 or newer.