Volunteer Information

Spalding Volunteers

In accordance with AOB policy and to ensure the safety of our community, all Spalding volunteers must be VIRTUS Certified for the role of Volunteer WITH Substantial Contact with Children.

Before beginning your service at Spalding, please complete all steps listed below. We recommend starting these steps at least three weeks in advance of your first volunteer event, as this process can take time.

VIRTUS certifications do not transfer between locations. If you are currently VIRTUS Certified elsewhere, such as your parish or another school, that does not mean you are VIRTUS certified at Spalding. All steps listed below need to be completed in order to become VIRTUS certified at Spalding. Please also note the following:

Training, Documents, and Background Screening EACH need to be completed within the last 5 years
Spalding will also need new references from any Archdiocese location where you have worked or volunteered, regardless of how much time has passed

Steps to become a Spalding Volunteer:

Complete our Spalding Volunteer Intent Form
Register an account on VIRTUS
- If you already have a VIRTUS account, please make sure all requirements have been completed within the last 5 years
Select the Archdiocese of Baltimore, then Archbishop Spalding High School as the location
Select role of Volunteer WITH Substantial Contact with Children
Complete the Background Screening Requirement online
Complete Acknowledgment of Documents Requirement online:
- Code of Conduct
- A Statement of Policy for the Protection of Children and Youth
Complete Protecting God’s Children 3.2 Training Requirement online
Upload three (3) personal reference contact information online, Spalding will then reach out on your behalf
If any references are needed from another Archdiocesan location, Spalding will reach out on your behalf
Wait for a confirmation email from Spalding indicating you are VIRTUS Certified at Spalding and approved to volunteer, which can take up to three weeks

Please wait until you receive a formal VIRTUS Certified/Approval to Volunteer email confirmation before starting your volunteer service at Spalding.

Click here to access the instructions for registering on VIRTUS and completing additional online requirements.

The personal reference information must be entered using the appropriate information in each field. Personal references must be at least 18 years of age. Family members, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc., may serve as reference contacts.

If there are any questions regarding the VIRTUS and volunteer process, please contact Lauren Derr at derrl@spaldinghs.org.

FAQ’s for VIRTUS Training

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

How long is my Spalding VIRTUS Certification active for?

Training, documents, and background screening each need to be renewed every 5 years. Renewing one requirement does not reset your five-year period, each requirement might have different renewal dates.

A notification from VIRTUS will be emailed to you 30 days before a requirement needs to be renewed. Please take care of renewals right away so you don’t miss any volunteer opportunities.
How can I verify my VIRTUS status?

Please email Lauren Derr at lderr@spaldinghs.org for information regarding your VIRTUS status. Please allow up to one week for a response.
Once I complete the training, what do I do next?

Wait for a confirmation email from Spalding to verify your VIRTUS Compliance and approval to volunteer, which can take up to three weeks. You may not start volunteering until you receive this email.
I have a security clearance through the government, do I still need to complete VIRTUS Training?

Yes. You must still watch the training video, submit your references, and do a background check.
If I completed training through the Archdiocese of Washington, does that suffice?

No. The training must be completed through the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
I have completed training through AACPS or another local school system. Do I still need to complete VIRTUS?

Yes. All volunteers must be cleared through the Archdiocese of Baltimore.

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Volunteer Highlights & Fun Facts

100+ Opportunities: Parents and guardians can volunteer at a wide variety of school events, service projects, athletics, arts performances, and fundraisers throughout the year.
Annual Impact: Spalding volunteers contribute thousands of hours each year, directly supporting students, faculty, and the campus community.
Diverse Roles: From organizing events and mentoring students to assisting on field trips and supporting athletics, there’s a way for every volunteer to get involved.
Community Builders: Volunteers help create memorable experiences, such as Open House, The Gala, dances, College Fair, and so much more.
Faith in Action: Many volunteer opportunities connect directly with the school’s Catholic mission, including service projects and campus ministry events.
Alumni Connections: Parents and guardians who volunteer often help strengthen ties with alumni and the broader Spalding community.
Leadership Opportunities: Volunteers can take leadership roles in organizing events, fundraising initiatives, and parent committees.