Volunteers alone with students will need background checks

What happened

Under a new state law (House Bill 745), Valier is updating its policies so volunteers who work alone with students must pass a background check. The board gave the policies a first reading on January 20, 2026.

Why it matters to families

Parents and community members who help at school, coach or chaperone may need a background check before they can be alone with students.

The evidence

The January 20, 2026 minutes say the superintendent explained that volunteers who work alone with students will be required to complete background checks. The March 10 minutes record final approval of policies 3665, 5112 and 2600.

The source