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💙 Get Involved: Volunteer with the Ridgeline Academy PTO

At Ridgeline Academy, we believe that strong schools are built on strong communities—and that starts with you. Our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) plays a vital role in supporting students, teachers, and staff through events, classroom resources, and campus-wide initiatives. But none of it is possible without the time, energy, and heart of our amazing volunteers.

Volunteering is not just helpful—it’s essential. Whether you're organizing an event, helping in the classroom, or lending a hand behind the scenes, your involvement directly impacts the success of our school and the experience of every student..

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🛡️ Keeping Our Campus Safe
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Ridgeline Academy is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for all students and staff. To ensure the safety of our campus, all volunteers are required to:

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  • Have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card on file with the front office.

  • Complete Ridgeline Academy’s Volunteer Training prior to participating in any on-campus activities.

  • ​Sign in and out at the front office prior to reporting to volunteer responsibilities.

These steps help us create a safe, welcoming space for everyone in our school community.

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities:

  • 8/15 - 8/22 Bookfair - help check kiddos out during the bookfair! Sign up here or use the QR code to the right.

  • 8/15 Donuts with Dad (help hand out donuts to parents and kids before school). Sign up here!

  • ​9/26 Mother/Son Event at Dave and Busters! 

  • 10/31 The Annual Ridgeline Carnival (Help us with the biggest fundraiser of the fall! We will need assistance with:

    • Set up​

    • Basket donations

    • Basket wrapping

    • Grade specific booths

    • Bounce houses

    • Food sales

    • Ticket sales

​         It is sure to be a Spooky time!)

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Sign ups for these events will be posted closer to the event.

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How to apply for your AZ Fingerprint Card

🛡️ How to Get an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) for School Volunteering

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✅ Step 1: Visit the Arizona DPS Fingerprint Services Page

  • Go to the official Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) fingerprint page:
    👉 https://www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint

  • This page provides access to the Public Services Portal (PSP) where you’ll apply for your card, check status, or request a replacement.

 

🖥️ Step 2: Apply Online via the Public Services Portal

  1. Go to the Public Services Portal

  2. Click “Fingerprint Clearance Card”

  3. Click “Apply for a Card / Request a Replacement”

  4. Create an account or log in

  5. Choose “Apply for a New Clearance Card”

  6. Select IVP (Identity Verified Prints) when prompted

  7. Under reason for applying, choose:

  • “Public and/or Charter School Non-Certified Personnel (ARS §15-512)”

  • Select “Volunteer” when asked

 

💳 Step 3: Pay the Application Fee

  • Total cost: $72.95

    • $65 for the DPS background check

    • $7.95 for fingerprinting through Fieldprint

  • Pay online using a credit or debit card

 

📅 Step 4: Schedule Your Fingerprinting Appointment

  • After submitting your application, you’ll be directed to Fieldprint Arizona to schedule your fingerprinting: 👉 https://www.fieldprintarizona.com

  • Choose a convenient location and time

  • Bring two forms of ID, including one government-issued photo ID

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🖐️ Step 5: Get Fingerprinted

  • Attend your appointment and complete the fingerprinting process

  • Fieldprint will automatically send your prints to AZ DPS

 

⏳ Step 6: Wait for Processing

  • Processing time: 1 to 6 weeks

  • You’ll receive your Fingerprint Clearance Card by mail

 

🏫 Step 7: Submit Your Card to the School

  • Bring your card and photo ID to the school or district office

  • They may verify your clearance through the DPS system

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🔄 Step 8: Maintain Your Clearance

  • Your card is valid for 6 years

  • Renew before expiration if you plan to continue volunteering

Other ways to support your school

Fry's Community Rewards

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You can earn money for your school by grocery shopping!

Follow these instructions to link your Fry's account to Ridgeline Academy PTO!

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1) Create an online account at Fry's at customer.frysfood.com (If you already have one, you can just sign in).

2) Click on MY ACCOUNT in the top right corner.

3) Click on ENROLL under Community Rewards and enter the information requested.

4) Enter this code into the "Find Your Organization" field: 78486

5) Check the box next to Ridgeline Academy PTO and click ENROLL to save your selection.

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If you have registered correctly, you should now see Ridgeline Academy PTO listed under "Community Rewards" on your Account Summary page.

Corporate Giving Programs 

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Did you know that the Ridgeline Academy PTO is a 501(c)3 charity? Check with your corporate giving programs to see if they match any donations you make to the PTO!

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