DISCIPLINE POLICY

Philosophy:

• Consistent standards are necessary so that all parents and choristers understand the expectations for appropriate behavior.
• This policy is a positive step to insure a comfortable and safe environment for choristers and adult supervisors.
• Professional decorum is part of the training of the Chorus.

Professional decorum means respect for…

1. those in authority.  Choristers will respect the Director and adult supervisors at any concert or chorus-related activity.  Choristers will comply with all requests of adult chaperones.
2. fellow choristers.  Choristers will treat others with common courtesies and will respect others’ personal space (choristers will keep their hands to themselves).
3. themselves.  Choristers will use self-control at all times, will use appropriate language, maintain good grooming habits (will keep uniforms neat and clean and have good personal hygiene), and exercise good sleeping and eating habits.
4. buildings and facilities.  Choristers will show proper respect for buildings and all properties of facilities the Chorus uses.  Running or destruction of property will not be tolerated.

Rules

1. Drug, alcohol or tobacco use during Chorus events is prohibited.
2. Inappropriate language and activities will not be tolerated.
3. Proper modesty at all times will be exercised.
4. Public show of affection between boys and girls is inappropriate.

Consequences

1. Use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco during Chorus events will lead to immediate expulsion from the Chorus.
2. For other offenses a verbal warning will be given.  If the behavior is not corrected, the following steps may be taken:
   1. Contact parents
   2. Conversation with the Director
   3. Possible suspension from the Chorus