Parent/Guardian Agfeement

I voluntarily give permission for my child to participate in Circle of Friends program for one year from the date listed below.

I will work in cooperation with the Circle of Friends staff to arrange meeting times and activities.

I agree to give Circle of Friends staff a working telephone number where I can be reached and two emergency contacts in case I am not available. 

I understand that Circle of Friends is NOT a childcare provider.

I will provide program related information to Circle of Friends staff and participate in evaluation activities.

I understand that if my child engages in illegal activities or harmful behaviors towards Circle of Friends or Circle of Friends staff and volunteers, Circle of Friends may require the child/youth to leave the Circle of Friends program.

I understand that no one will make plans with my child or take my child without my permission and that Circle of Friends staff will provide me with a contact telephone number where they

I will notify Circle of Friends staff of any concerns, questions or problems related to my child. (i.e. health, relationships, care, housing, custody, education).

I understand that Circle of Friends staff is required by law to report suspected instances of child abuse or neglect to the Department of Human Service, Child Welfare Division.

I will respect the beliefs, values, and dignity of all people.

As the parent/guardian of a child participating in Circle of Friends, I agree to the above