RYLA CODE OF CONSENT

RYLA CODE OF CONDUCT

As a Participant in this RYLA PEACE CONFERENCE, I understand that:

 1.       I have made a commitment to attend the RYLA Conference and will be at my best behavior and will notify the leaders of the conference whenever there is a conflict
2.       I may not arrive late, or leave the Conference earlier than the Conference’s program schedule.
3.       I shall attend all meetings and activities with my designated HOUSE.
4.       Meals are to be eaten with my House team and is responsible for cleaning the table after every meal.
5.       I MUST SLEEP where I am assigned.  I will honor lights out at the scheduled time, and be quiet afterwards.
6.       There are separate areas  for males and females.  MALES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN FEMALE Sections AND FEMALES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN MALE Sections, AT ALL.  This is for the privacy of all concerned. 
7.       Radios, Walkmans, Ipods, etc., may be brought to RYLA but can only be used during designated times.

Note: The RYLA Organizing committee or any associates will not be held liable for damages or loss of any of the abovementioned items.

8.       Recreation activities are limited to those periods of the day and evening scheduled for such activities.
9.       IF ANY PERSON IS INJURED, I WILL NOT MOVE THEM.  I will contact my House leader immediately.
10.     I will report any damage or breakage immediately to my House leader, or RYLA Organizing Committee member.
11.     SMOKING IS PROHIBITED. 
12.     ANY MEDICATIONS, whether prescribed or “over the counter”, must be identified on the container.  Unidentified medications, alcohol, weapons, or cigarettes found in the possession of any students will be confiscated.
13.     Foul, discriminatory or abusive language will not be tolerated nor will physical altercations or threats be allowed.  I am responsible to report any incidents I witness.
14.     All sexual or indecent conduct is prohibited at the Conference.
15.     I MAY NOT LEAVE THE FACILITY FOR ANY REASON without the expressed, written permission of the Conference Chairperson.
16.     Confidentiality is important.  Anything that I have shared or heard within my House should remain in the House; however, RYLA Conference Committee members are required by law to report any abuse issues to the proper authorities.
17.     I will respect the environment and the surrounding area of the Conference site.
18.     I will conduct myself in all sessions and activities, in my House, in the dining hall, and in my sleeping area, in a manner which will bring credit to me, my school, my family, and my sponsoring Rotary Club, and in a way which will not cause injury or insult to another person.