Archdiocesan Safe Environment and training

The Archdiocese of Atlanta is committed to helping children and young people learn and grow in a healthy and safe environment.  St. Michael's complies with Archdiocesan Safe Environment policies and procedures in accordance with the U.S. Bishop's Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.  Safe Environment programs are in place to assist parents and children-and those whose duties involve contact with minors-in preventing harm to young people.  

The Archdiocese of Atlanta proudly offers Safe Environment training materials to all schools and parishes.  VIRTUS Protecting God's Children (commonly referred to as "Virtus") is the training program for adults and children in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.  

We are happy to partner with you in working to keep your children safe.  Please visit the Archdiocesan Safe Environment page for information on reporting child abuse.

For Adult Volunteers: 
Thank you for the generous gift of your time. The Archdiocese of Atlanta requires that all adult volunteers working with children, youth, and/or vulnerable individuals must complete the Safe Environment training (see VIRTUS link below) and undergo a background screening before they start volunteering.  In addition, volunteers must be familiar with the Reporting Child Abuse Guidelines. To view these guidelines, click the Safe Environment Policies and Procedures link below.  For information contact Teresa Barnhill (tbarnhill@saintmichaelcc.org).

Important links:
Safe Environment Main page

Reporting Abuse

Safe Environment Policies and Procedures


For Catechists, Adult Aides, Teen Aides, and other PSR Volunteers
  The Archdiocese of Atlanta requires you to complete the Safe Environment/VIRTUS program since you will be working with our Parish children.  
CLICK HERE for more information