In order to assure the safe and successful participation of young people and adults at gatherings sponsored by agencies and organizations of the Diocese of Spokane, the following norms of behavior are to be followed. We expect you to represent your parish, school and the Diocese of Spokane well during all gatherings! We hope that you will display the mature, responsible leadership and character that has for so many years been the trademark of Catholic Youth Ministry within this Diocese.
SOME NORMS FOR PARTICIPATION...
1. Individuals are responsible for their own actions, and will be asked to assume the consequences for their inappropriate behavior.
2. Participants are expected to take direction from those adult leaders who have been placed in positions of authority by the parish. Model positive behavior by being on time and respectful of event.
3. Purchase and/or use of tobacco products by minors is illegal. In observation of both the law and good health practices, smoking or chewing tobacco by participants is not allowed.
4. The purchase, possession or consumption of BEER, WINE or OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES by minors will not be tolerated. Infraction of this rule will mean immediate dismissal from the event.
5. The possession or use of ILLEGAL DRUGS by any individual will not be tolerated. Infraction of this rule will mean immediate dismissal from any event and appropriate action will be taken.
6. For the protection and safety of all participants, acts of violence or harassment will not be tolerated. Violence and harassment include fighting, physical or verbal assault or abuse, ethnic insults, profane or obscene language, gestures or actions.
7. Possession of any weapon is strictly prohibited. Anyone who brings a weapon to an event or gathering will be asked to surrender the weapon to leaders and appropriate action will be taken.
8. Disruptive behavior, language, clothing or items will not be acceptable at youth events. This includes any of the above, which is obscene, profane, or inappropriate to the activity of the church or group.
9. Particpants are expected to dress in a modest manner, appropriate for a church event. Consideration needs to be given to make sure clothing covers all that should be covered.
10. It is illegal for minors to take part in any organized form of gambling and therefore such activity is strictly prohibited. Any other gambling activity is also strongly discouraged.
11. In the unlikely event that a behavior problem based on the above requires extreme action; it is likely to result in dismissal from the activity. Parents will be contacted and participants will be sent home, at the parent’s expense.
PLEASE NOTE: The Diocese does not insure personal property against theft or loss so please exercise caution regarding your own personal property.
▶ We respectfully ask for your cooperation and hope that you will have no trouble adhering by this simple code of behavior. The major thing to remember is that you represent the Church and are asked to project an image of Christian consideration, sensitivity and respect to others and to the property around you.
I understand that failure to meet with these standards will result in these steps:
- A call will be made to my parents/guardians and report my conduct not in compliance with these guidelines.
- At the Director’s discretion, this may result in my parents/guardian's arranging transportation home.
- My Camp's Leadership Team may take further disciplinary action.
- I will be billed for damages that I cause.
I also understand that if I fail to follow no-tolerance policies, including but not limited to use of violence or possession of weapons, use of alcohol or drugs, entering the cabin of the opposite sex, being outside the cabin after curfew, or harassment of another camper or staff, then the following steps may be taken:
- I will be removed from the facilities.
- Law enforcement will be contacted.
- A letter will be sent to my pastor/youth minister.