The staff of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry has developed the following guidelines and consequences for infractions within the facility, during programs, and on Club property. We create a Club culture of safety, respect, and kindness. It is important that staff speak positively to members at all times and address any negative behavior quickly in order to maintain our positive Club culture, to ensure the safety, well-being, and ability of the Club member to enjoy their Boys & Girls Club experience.
The following behaviors listed below (but not limited to) may result in a member losing playing/participation privileges within the club:
- Not abiding by the posted Boys & Girls Club behavior Expectations
- Refusing to cooperate, talking back, etc.
- Dangerous horseplay and physical contact
- Inappropriate language
- Repeated running in the club
- Eating outside of designated areas
- Cell phone usage outside designated areas
- Abusing equipment or facilities
- Leaving the area without permission
- Playing in the bathroom
- Bringing electronic devices to the club
Staff in a program space are designated to address behavior issues. After repeated behavior issues, a parent/guardian conference will be requested, which may result in a suspension.
The following behavior, listed below (but not limited to), may result in immediate suspension:
- Bullying
- Inappropriate sexual behavior
- Possessing a dangerous substance
- Racist behavior
- Egregiously disrespecting staff
- Stealing from the Club or Club Members
- Gambling
- Fighting or other physical aggression
This behavior may result in an immediate short-term suspension, usually ranging in length from 2 to 4 days, depending on the seriousness of the offense and the number of prior offenses. Parents/ Guardians will immediately be notified, and the club member will be pulled from the program and will wait by the front desk for pick-up. Please note that the Boys & Girls Club reserves the right to search a Club member's bag at any time if they feel that a member may be carrying something dangerous. The Boys & Girls Club also reserves the right to call the police or DSS, as mandated reporters, if deemed necessary.
The following behavior, listed below (but not limited to), may result in indefinite suspension from the club:
- Possession of a dangerous weapon
- Verbal or written threats of bodily harm
- Assaulting a staff member
- Vandalism of equipment or property
- Distribution and/or use of drugs or alcohol
- Repeated suspensions with no improvement in behavior
For parents, members, as well as staff's privacy and protection, only Club Directors are approved to speak to parents regarding any discipline issues. Club Directors may invite a staff member to be present at the meeting to answer questions, and a parent or guardian may request that a particular staff member be present in a conversation with a Director regarding their child/children for any reason. Please note that if the club member is suspended from Hilton Head Boys & Girls Club, they are suspended from all other Lowcountry Clubs.
Please sign below that you have received a copy of these disciplinary guidelines developed to ensure the safety, well-being and ability of your child/children to enjoy their time at Boys & Girls Club.