Section 2: Background Information

Section 3: Application Agreement

Individual Safety and Criminal Background Check Authorization:
Please be advised that it is Big Thought’s policy to use this information to conduct a criminal background check with Dallas ISD in considering your application as a volunteer/contractor.

I certify that I have not been convicted any felony or other crime, including acts of violence or moral turpitude, that are contrary to Big Thought’s mission to educate and positively develop children and young people. In keeping with Big Thought’s policies, “conviction” shall include a probation or deferred adjudication, a finding of guilt or acceptance by the court of a plea of guilty, or nolo contendere. While I hold any position, whether paid or volunteer, with Big Thought, I agree that I will notify Big Thought promptly if I am charged with or indicted for any crime, whether misdemeanor or felony. I understand my continued association with Big Thought is and will depend on the truth of my representations and promises as stated in this document.

I hereby certify that the facts set forth in the above application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I have not knowingly withheld any fact or circumstance that would, if disclosed, affect my application unfavorably. I authorize Big Thought to verify their accuracy and use the information to conduct criminal background check with Dallas ISD.

I understand that falsified statements of any kind or omissions of facts called for on this application will be cause for denial of my application.

For additional information, please contact:
Veronica Harkey, Community Engagement Specialist
at veronica.harkey@bigthought.org
or 469-621-8988.