Gilford School District policy now requires volunteers obtain a background check/fingerprinting before working with our students. Including (but not limited to): classroom volunteers, chaperones on field trips, assisting at school activities such as dances, plays, and concerts, and volunteer coaching. Volunteers must also attend an orientation before they are approved.  Approved volunteers will receive an ID badge that will expire after one year. A renewal may be acquired from the SAU after submitting a signed affidavit. Fingerprints are good for three years. Monthly fingerprint clinics/background checks are held at the SAU office located at: 2 Belknap Mountain Road. Please call the office at 527-9215 to schedule an appointment. A photo ID is required for identification. Please plan accordingly, as the background check process does take 4-8 weeks.