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CAli CIIIIIIIW Willi'. CaHHllSIUll'll I'..'IICIII'~ 01110111 II:.'.III:C,.,IIOIIII Participation expectations forthe Cass County Youth Commission (CCYC) are based on the CHAR- ACTER COUNTS!* six pillars of character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. In order to ensure and provide positive environments for all individuals to learn and grow, the participants and CCYC advisory board agrees to abide by these expectations of behavior. I will be trustworthy. I will be worthy of trust, honor and confidence. I will be a model of integrity by doing the right thing even when the cost is high. I will be honest in all my activities. I will keep my commitments by attending all sessions of a planned event. If I am not feeling well or have a schedule conflict, I will inform my chaperon or a person in charge. I will be in the assigned area (e.g., meeting room, building) at all times. I will not be absent from a program site without authorization. Cass County does not permit dishonesty by lying, cheating, deception, or omission. I will be respectful. I will show respect, courtesy, and consideration to everyone, including myself, other program participants, and those in authority. I will act and speak respectfully. I will treat program areas, lodging areas, personal property and transportation vehicles with respect. I will follow all published dress code guidelines for an event and/or activity. I will not use vulgar or abusive language or cause physical harm. I will appreciate diversity in skill, gender, ethnicity, and ability. CCYC does not tolerate statements or acts of discrimination or prejudice. I will respect the personal space and choices of other participants and will not participate in inappropriate displays of affection or physical contact. I will be responsible. I will be responsible, accountable, and self-disciplined in the pursuit of excellence. I will live up to high expectations so I can be proud of my work and conduct. I will be on time to all program events. I will be accountable by accepting responsibility for my choices and actions. I will abide by the established program curfew. I will be responsible for any damage, theft, or misconduct in which I participate. I will follow hours and room rules established before the event begins and will respect the rules established for each event. An adult designated by the program may inspect luggage or rooms when there is a reasonable suspicion that there is a violation of law or CCYC regulations. I will be fair. I will be just, fair, and open. I will participate fairly by following the rules, not taking advantage of others and not asking for special exceptions. I will not cheat or misrepresent project work. I will be caring. I will be caring in my relationships with others. I will be kind and show compassion for others. I will treat others the way I want to be treated. I will show appreciation for the efforts of others. I will help others to have a good experience by striving to include all participants. I understand that harassment of any kind (ex. physical, social, emotional, sexual) is illegal and prohibited. I will be a good citizen. I will be a contributing and law-abiding citizen. I will be respectful to the environ- ment and contribute to the greater good. I will not have in my possession, use or distribute any illegal substances such as tobacco, alcohol, or non-prescribed drugs. I will not misuse prescription drugs. If I am found to have any of these items with me or if I have taken any illegal substances, notification of law enforcement will be conducted by adult staff/volunteers. I will not have in my possession or use weap- ons or dangerous materials. "CHARACTER COUNTS! is a service mark of the CHARACTER COUNTS! Coalition. a project of the Josephson Institute of Ethics.