Behavior Policy
General Policies
Behavior Policy
In order to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment , a strict discipline policy has been adopted for all Geneva Park District programs . The following policies are designed to preserve a healthy program experience for all concerned . The following infractions will constitute utilization of the discipline system that follows under Discipline Procedures .
1 . Harming oneself such as , but not limited to : a . Leaving grounds without permission b . Leaving designated group without permission c . Climbing on objects that are not recommended by staff d . Physical damage to self e . Possession , use or transfer of alcohol , illegal drugs , tobacco or tobacco products
2 . Harming others such as , but not limited to : a . Fighting b . Throwing objects at or near others c . Bringing or using weapons , i . e . knives , glass , sharp objects , etc . d . Hitting , kicking or biting others e . Extreme verbal abuse f . Profanity g . Showing disrespect to other participants and staff h . Other aggressive behavior
3 . Damage to property a . Vandalism b . Tantrums resulting in damage to property c . Breaking , damaging or destroying property
4 . Theft a . Taking any item that does not belong to the child
Discipline Procedures
Please keep in mind , two verbal warnings will be given before becoming a first offense .
1st Offense :
A warning letter will be sent home to a parent or guardian , or the participant if he or she is an adult , to be signed and returned . The parent / participant will also be called by the Program Instructor and / or Recreation Supervisor .
2nd Offense :
Suspension -- the participant will be suspended for three days following the offense . The parent / participant will be notified via the phone or upon parental pick-up and a written explanation will be sent home by the Recreation Supervisor .
In cases when a program only meets for one day , participants will be given two verbal warnings . If the behavior is not corrected after two warnings , the participant will be removed from the class . Depending on the situation and the degree of the offense , the participant may be permanently dismissed from the program following the 1st , 2nd , or 3rd offense . There will be no refunds for days missed due to disciplinary infractions . NOTE : Parents of program participants are responsible for ANY damages caused by their child .
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Refund Policy
1 . An Application for Refund form must be submitted for all refunds . Refund requests must be submitted 10 days prior to the first class meeting date .
2 . All refund requests will be assessed a service charge of $ 3 or 10 % whichever is less with a minimum charge of $ 1 . A prorated withdraw refund will be made for participants who decide , for whatever personal reason ( including illness or injury ), that an ongoing program is not right for them . The prorated refund will be based on the number of classes that have occurred at the time the refund request form is received by the Park District .
The Refund Policy does not apply to : “ nonrefundable ” trip tickets , unless the Park District is able to resell tickets ; Preschool Program deposits , unless the class space can be filled prior to the start of the program ; contracted classes , unless a replacement can be found . Refunds will not be granted for Fitness Memberships for any reason , after one month from the start date . Pool passes are non-refundable . No refunds or makeup classes will be granted for unattended classes . Geneva Park District has the right to review and make the final decisions on all refunds .
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Non-Sufficient Funds
There will be a $ 25 charge per check or checking account that is returned with non-sufficient funds .
Our Park District photographers take pictures and / or videos of participants in our classes , during special events and out at our facilities and parks . Please be aware that these photos are for Park District use and may be used in the District ' s marketing materials including social media .
You must give us written notice if you or your family do not want to be photographed or published .
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