Rule 31-1-2.7 - Checking of Applications1. Each teacher should thoroughly check each application paying particular attention to the following items: a. SIGNATURES - Are they correct? Are they signed in ink?b. BIRTH CERTIFICATE NUMBER - Does this number correspond with the one on the Birth Certificate?c. BLANKS - Are all necessary blanks answered?d. TYPED OR PRINTED IN INK - Has the application been typed or printed in ink?e. NOTARY PUBLIC - Is the date, signature and seal of the notary public on the application form?