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The purpose of the Lake Forest Recreation Department’s Youth Athletic Programs is to provide young people
with a safe and enjoyable athletic experience with the emphasis on sportsmanship and fair play. All
participants will be instructed in the fundamental skill of the sport including positioning, rules, and basic
strategy. Every player is given an equal opportunity to participate in games and practices as well as the
chance to play various positions. No participant shall, based on race, sex, national origin, or disability,
be denied equal access to programs, services, or activities. All players will be assured of playing at least
50% of each game with regular practice attendance (except tackle football). Practice = Play.
Participants and spectators are expected to always exhibit appropriate behavior. Guidelines have been established
to ensure safe and enjoyable programs. Additional rules may be developed for particular programs as deemed
necessary by staff. “We honor the game here.”
CODE OF CONDUCT GUIDELINES CONSEQUENCES
For Program Participants, Spectators, and Employees:
The goal of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department is to provide positive
experiences in which all individuals are welcome and treated with respect, sensitivity,
and fairn ess. The Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department offers its programs
and services to all individuals on an equal basis regardless of age, race, religion, sex,
creed, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. 1. First Incident: Verbal warning given
2. Second Incident: Written warning;
if a minor, then parent or guardian
is contacted and must sign written
warning. Participant must sit out of
the activity for a day.
3. Third Incident: Participant is suspended
or expelled from the program or facility.
If a minor, parent will be required to sign
suspension notice.
The Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to restrict,
suspend, expel or deny participation in any program or service to any person whose
behavior materially interferes with or disrupts the quality or the enjoyment of other
participants or the ability of staff to conduct or manage the activity or facility.
SPECTATORS
Spectators play an important role in youth programs. Children learn best by example.
Good sportsmanship and support by the spectators are expected. Spectators must
follow the same Code of Behavior guidelines as participants. Failure to follow these
guidelines will result in possible expulsion from the program area.
Unacceptable Behaviors include but are not limited to:
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Use of abusive language or language that is demeaning to others
Use of physical force against participants or employees
Disrespect towards other participants or employees
Damage to or inappropriate use of property, equipment or facility
Behavior that is disruptive or against the law
Any other behavior that the Recreation Staff feels is inappropriate or dangerous
Philosophy of Youth Programs
If an employee, Personnel Guidelines
will be enforced.
The severity of the incident or incidents will
dictate the severity of the consequences
and the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation
Department reserves the right to determine
the amount of refund, if any.
NORTHERN SUBURBAN SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION (NSSRA)
NSSRA serves over 1,500 individuals with disabilities through our
traditional and cooperative programs. Participants range in age from
preschoolers, youth and teens through young adults, adults and seniors.
Programs are offered at park district facilities, schools and other locations
throughout the northern suburbs.
NSSRA’s Inclusion support option provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity
to enjoy full participation in partner agency programs while receiving the individualized one-on-one support they
need to succeed. Through its programs and services, NSSRA removes the barriers that might prevent an individual
with disabilities from full participation in the fun and richness of experience that life has to offer. For information
on Inclusion services or to make arrangements for accommodation, contact City of Lake Forest’s NSSRA Inclusion
Liaison, Joe Mobile, at 847.810.3941 or [email protected].
LET’S ALL TRY TO KEEP THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE!
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