MEMBERSHIP FEES
The annual cost is $25. There are no refunds. No child will be turned away
because he or she cannot afford the annual fee. Some programs carry additional fees.
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE
One of our greatest services that we can provide is to hold youth accountable
for their behavior in a manner that helps them understand the consequences of their behavior, yet not diminish their sense
of self-esteem and self image.
Members, parents, and guardians are expected to abide by the following
Code of Conduct:
- Treat all club members and
staff with respect.
- Respect the Club property
and take pride in keeping it clean.
- Participate in activities
that are offered at the club. Loitering in and around the Club property will not be permitted.
- Profanity, fighting, harassment,
and stealing will not be tolerated.
- The use or distribution of
cigarettes, alcohol, or illegal substances in or on the property of the Club is prohibited.
- Dangerous weapons will be
confiscated and may result in the contact of authorities.
The above Code of Conduct is a provided general guideline relevant to the behavior
of all persons utilizing the Appoquinimink Boys & Girls Club.
Members and Parents can expect the following process to happen when
behavioral incidents occur:
- Verbal Reprimand
– At the time of the first incident the staff member, who witnessed the event, will discuss with the member the misbehavior
and what positive behaviors are expected.
- Written Documentation
and Parent Notification – A verbal reprimand will be made by the appropriate full-time staff, along with
a written documentation of the incident. The parent is notified with-in 24 hours of the incident. Both the member and parents
are made aware of the consequences of continued misbehavior.
- Parent Conference
– A meeting with the Unit Director or appropriate full time staff, member, and parent will take place. A coordinated
effort to improve the behavior of the member will be discussed. At this time, possible suspension from the club will be discussed
as consequence of further misbehavior.
- Suspension
– The member will be suspended for a period of one to five days depending on the severity of the incident.
The parent will be asked to come pick up their child. If the parent or any other family member cannot be contacted, the member
will be placed in a supervised “time out” until someone can be contact. A parent conference must be held before
the member will allow back into the Club program. At this time a behavior contract will be determined.
- Expulsion
– Of the above steps do not alleviate the behavior problems the member will be expelled from the Boys & Girls Club
program.
Any severe behavior that risks the safety and well being of staff, members,
or visitors will result in immediate suspension from the Club and may result in criminal prosecution. In addition, the use
of or distribution of alcohol or illegal substances on the Club property will result in immediate suspension from the Club.
Any of the above situations may result in permanent revocation of an individual’s Club membership.
LATE FEE
A Late Fee will be assessed at a rate of $5.00 per each 10 minutes parent/guardian
is late. Continued occurrences can lead to termination of membership.
OPEN DOOR POLICY
The Club is open Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Members of the Boys & Girls Club are free to come and go as they please. Once in, we provide members with a choice of
supervised activities. Supervision is provided outdoors only for special activities. If you as a parent/guardian wish for
your child to remain in the facility for specified length of time, instruct him/her
to do so.
VALUABLES
The Appoquinimink Boys & Girls Club is not responsible for lost or stolen
items. We strongly suggest members do not bring valuable items to the club.
REGISTRATION POLICY
All registrations must be done in person at the Club. All fees must be paid
at the time of registration. Refunds will be granted only if the program is cancelled. Credit will be granted for another
program only if participant withdraws prior to the start date.
NOTE: The prior Policies & Procedures may not apply to the Appoquinimink Intramural Sports League .
