Background Checks

Complete background checks on all adult volunteers, tutorsand teachers serving within the homeschool group. Knowing the criminal historyand any other offenses registered by an adult working with students is asignificant preventative measure homeschool leaders can do to help protect hisor her group.

·     This can be done simply using a trustedscreening software such as Checkr or Protect My Ministry. Knowing criminalrecords and any other offenses registered by an adult working with students isa significant precaution homeschool leaders can obtain to protect a homeschoolgroup.

Keep Doors Locked

Locking exterior doors is a crucial measure to help mitigatedanger for homeschool groups. Not only does it give immediate protection fromintruders by controlling access into the building, but it gives critical timefor security personnel to respond.

Require All Visitors to Sign-In & Sign-Out

Executing a sign-in and sign-out process for adult visitorsallows homeschool groups to vet who is entering the meeting space and keepunwanted individuals from entering the property, protecting both students andadults.

·     We suggest having designated entry doors for thehomeschool group members to use and designate an authorized personnel to lockand unlock the door at determined times based on homeschool co-op hours.

Scheduled Emergency Drills

While homeschool groups may not meet daily like publicschools, it is important all participants are prepared in the case of anemergency such as fire, tornado, earthquake or intruder.  We recommend scheduling drills into thehomeschool co-op calendar.

·     Frequency of these drills can vary withdifferent state and county requirements. However, leaders can verify the localfire department for more information and guidelines.

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification

Homeschool groups with adults serving with CPR, AED andfirst aid certifications are vital for the safety of the co-op. In the event ofa life-threatening emergency such as cardiac arrest or medical crisis, theseadults are the first response to provide lifesaving intervention beforeparamedics arrive.

·     Proper training can aid teachers, tutors andother volunteers to be able to identify other serious emergencies such asasthma attacks, allergic reactions and seizures seen commonly among minors.

·     Much like emergency drills, it is important thathomeschool group leaders know who is certified or a trained medicalprofessional within the group. Also, we suggest reviewing where participantscan find a first aid kid and AED machine (if applicable).

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