Policies

Rules, Safety Precautions and Discipline Policy

As a participant of this conference, all staff and campers are expected to adhere to the guidelines of TAF and Manchester College and to accept personal responsibility for the consequences of their conduct. Campers are responsible for their behavior by maintaining honesty, truthfulness, fairness, self-control, and concern for others. An assessment of the condition of their room will be made before campers arrive and before campers check out. Campers must pay for any damage caused by their conduct. Inappropriate behavior or violation of TAF’s rules will be reported to the Executive Director and TAF President. TAF maintains the right to suspend or expel any participant on the basis of his or her behavior.

TAF Summer Conference Rules

  • Respect: Please treat others with respect, including other TAFers and Manchester University staff.
  • Bullying/Harassment: TAF has a zero-tolerance bullying policy. Bullying and/or harassment will result in discipline and/or immediate suspension from TAF at your expense.
  • Sexual Activity/Harassment: TAF has a zero-tolerance sexual harassment policy. Sexual activity and/or sexual harassment will result in discipline and/or immediate suspension from TAF at your expense.
  • Damage/Theft: Damage to or theft of Manchester University property and/or personal property of another will be reported and the responsible party will be liable for all damages. Tampering with or activating fire equipment or smoke detectors may result in fines, incarceration, and immediate expulsion from the conference.
  • Name Tags and Keys: Wear your nametag at all times for identification as a TAF participant and for meals in the cafeteria. Lost keys will result in a $50 charge.
  • Attendance: TAFers must be on time and attend all program activities according to the schedule. Campers may not leave the Manchester University campus without permission from the Executive Director or Conference Director.
  • Curfew: Everyone is required to follow the lights out and curfew schedule and must be in their own rooms unless prior approval is obtained for official TAF activities by the Executive Director, Conference Director, or a Program Director.
  • Smoking/Drinking/Drugs: NO SMOKING, DRINKING or DRUG USE in any form. Possession and/or use of tobacco products, alcohol, or other drugs will result in immediate expulsion from the conference at your expense.
  • Weapons: TAF maintains a safe environment for all staff and TAFers. Please do not bring any weapons onto the Manchester University campus. This includes, but is not limited to, handguns, knives, arrows, swords, mace, and pepper spray. Possession and/or use of any weapons will result in immediate expulsion from the conference at your expense.
  • Personal Belongings: Ensure the safety and security of your own valuables. TAF is not responsible for loss or damage of your personal belongings. For JH programs and above, lock your room doors whenever you leave and during the night.
  • Phones: Campers may bring their cell phones but are not permitted to use them during programmed activities. Please limit your cell phone usage to free time.
  • Campus: As we are guests of Manchester University, please help keep the campus clean and orderly.
  • Dorms: Room assignments are not subject to change without the prior approval of the program director. Furniture may not be removed from rooms, and no cooking is allowed in the dorms. Your room will be inspected and approved by your advisor before you can check out and receive a yearbook.
  • Emergencies:
    • In case of emergency, dial 5999 for the operator or contact a staff member immediately.
    • In case of an injury, contact your counselor/advisor, Program Director, Medical Director/Medical Volunteer Personnel, Conference Director or Executive Director. Any TAF Adult may also be notified if in the area. Do not move the injured TAFer unless conditions are safe.
    • In case of a tornado warning, a siren will sound. Move to an interior hallway until a Manchester or TAF Staff Member signals that all is clear.
    • In case of fire, move away from the smoke, get low and get outside. Go to the meeting area for your group.
  • Additional Rules: Respect and follow any additional rules and instructions from TAF, the Executive Director, Conference Director, Program Directors, TAF Board of Directors, and Manchester University staff.

    General Safety Precautions

    • ALL dorm rooms should be locked when unoccupied. Make sure your suitemates do the same!
    • Dorm entrance doors may not be propped open. This will decrease the chance of non-TAFers gaining access to the residence halls.
    • DO NOT walk alone by yourself at night. Please use the buddy system, or find a staff member to escort you.
    • NOBODY is to leave campus without the consent of their Program Director or the Conference Director. This ensures that you are accounted for at all times.

    TAF Discipline Policy

    The staff at the TAF Summer Conference will strive not only to provide fun and learning experiences, but also to stress respect for the environment and others. If a camper is found to be repeatedly interfering with the enjoyment of other campers or staff members, the TAF Conference Director will intervene reminding the camper of his/her responsibility to behave in an appropriate manner. TAF Conference Director may choose to enforce an appropriate disciplinary action (i.e. time out, a discussion, loss of free time, etc.) which is consistent with the philosophy of the camp and supports the camper’s dignity.

    Please review the rules with your child and make sure they are understood. We believe that you as a parent/guardian will appreciate knowing of any problem that your child may experience. TAF reserves the right to suspend or expel any camper from the program who poses serious continual discipline problems. If such behavior warrants it, an immediate suspension or expulsion may result. If we need to remove camper from program immediately, the parent will be notified. No refunds will be given.