The Diocese of Gaylord, including St. Ann School, is committed to providing a safe environment for children. All those who minister to children or young people are to be educated about the nature of child sexual abuse, how it is perpetrated, how to report it, and strategies for prevention. The Diocese of Gaylord has implemented a training program by the name of “VIRTUS”. VIRTUS is a national program, widely in use in dioceses throughout the United States. It is a web-based on-line training program that specializes in helping churches and religious organizations create safe environments for children and youth. The program is mandatory for all adults [employees or volunteers] who interact on a regular basis with children in the Gaylord Diocese. Listed below are the current forms that are required for any volunteer at any parish, school or diocesan office.
Parents who will be in contact with our students in any capacity: lunch duty, chaperoning a field trip, helping in the classroom, coaching, etc., are required to take the online Virtus training and have a Background Check (ICHAT) along with a copy of their Drivers License on file.  In addition to the Virtus Training, Background Check, and Drivers License, coaches will need to complete the Heads Up Concussion Training prior to coaching.  We understand these mandates are something you will need to fit into your busy, personal and family schedule, but you will need to complete your VIRTUS training along with the other requirements prior to volunteering.
Please contact the school office if you have any questions or to inquire about other forms that need to be filled out. 231.775.1301.
Thank you!