I certify the following:
- I am aware that abuse and neglect of children is against the law.
- I have been informed of the GCCARD Head Start policies on child abuse and neglect.
- I understand that, as an intern/volunteer, I am mandated by law to report abuse and neglect of children to Child Protective Services at the Michigan Department of Human Services within 24 hours.
By signing this statement, I give permission to GCCARD Head Start to complete a background check on me through the Michigan Public Sex Offender Registry in compliance with Child Licensing Regulations regarding supervised volunteers. I understand that any individual registered on the public sex offender registry will be prohibited from having contact with any child in care.