A digital illustration showing a young girl playing with block toys with a shadow of an adult standing behind her. More than a decade ago, Celia Sims sat in a room with parents whose precious children ...

Schools are under an intense microscope from parents, taxpayers, and the government. One slight mistake in hiring – even if that person doesn’t teach children – can have a catastrophic impact.

We reviewed I-9 and background check requirements at the June Human Resource Liaisons meeting. These are not just suggestions, but requirements employees must follow to comply with federal law. Please ...

On Monday, Inspector General of Montgomery County Megan Limarzi announced that Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) hasn't been compliant with background check requirements for employees. In a ...

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