PENCIL’s work is to engage groups of volunteers that support initiatives within Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS). As part of this work, we facilitate the background checks for all volunteers that fill certain roles within MNPS.
PLEASE NOTE: Not every volunteer role requires a background check. If you do not see your volunteer role listed below, contact your school directly to confirm you need to complete a background check.
A background check is required if you will be volunteering in one of the following roles:
Any virtual engagements with MNPS students
Accelerating Scholars Tutors
PENCIL Connect Volunteer
Lunch Buddies
Watch D.O.G.S.
One-on-one mentoring/tutoring
Overnight field trip
Out of state field trip
Any other MNPS program that involves working one-on-one with a MNPS student
If you would like to volunteer at a Metro Nashville Public School or program outside of PENCIL programs, please contact the school directly.
To register as a volunteer and complete a background check (if necessary), please click on the box below that corresponds to your volunteer activity:
If you are looking to complete a background check for Accelerating Scholars tutoring, please sign up at brightpath.goschoolbox.com/apply first. You will then receive a separate link to complete your background check.