TLC Policies
GROUP COURTESY
Anyone who registers for our activities should make every effort to attend all sessions of the scheduled activity. (Weather, health, and family trips aside!). When circumstances beyond one's control arise, the teacher or the activity contact person should be notified as soon as possible of the child's (or children's) anticipated absence. Please give the teachers and volunteers the utmost respect that they deserve, after all, they are sharing their time and talents.
For field trips, group events and classes, TLC group members will have first priority. As always field trips may be open up for other homeschoolers to attend especially if minimum numbers need to be met.
GUESTS
All homeschooling guest families are to be invited by a TLC group member. This group member will be responsible for ensuring their guests follow the behavior guidelines outlined under the Children’s and Parent’s Behavior sections listed above. Guest families may join our group on field trips or fellowships, if and only if there is ample space or maximum numbers have not been met after all Training for Life in Christ members have had an opportunity to sign-up. This policy would not apply if you are the contact person for the activity and are sharing this activity with another group. Also, a person who is regularly attending our activities may be asked to place membership with our group.
CHILD CARE
At this time, child care during parent meetings is not provided. However for selected activities such as the History/Geography Share, Spelling Bee and Accomplishment Night, child care MAY be arranged by request for our group members. Please make sure food allergies and special needs are effectively communicated during these childcare situation. Nursing infants are always welcomed at our monthly support meetings and ladies socials. All family members including grandparents and extended family are encouraged to attend all other events.
CHILDREN'S BEHAVIOR
Appropriate behavior of children is expected at all times, as it is our greatest desire to maintain a favorable group reputation and to prevent elimination of privileges within the community. There will be absolutely no dropping off of children for group classes, field trips, social activities or any other activities (except for high schoolers). Parents are expected to accompany their children at all times. However, in the event of illness of a sibling or unexpected circumstances, a substitute guardian may be appointed by the parents for that particular class or field trip. This appointment must be made in writing noting the following information: the reason the parent is absent; whom is in charge of the child(ren); an emergency contact number; and the parent’s signature.
PARENT'S BEHAVIOR
We as Christian parents are expected to abide by God's laws as stated in the Bible. Christian oversight for your children is mandatory. Therefore, parents are expected to provide the necessary discipline to their own children. Such discipline should occur immediately to ensure that group order is maintained. Parents are expected to work with the group leadership, group teacher or activity coordinator to correct willfully disrespectful behavior.
Since we are examples to our children, we ask that parents exhibit Godly character during group events as outlined in 1Timothy 3:
* Use Edifying Words: No malice gossip
* Blameless: Above reproach
* Vigilant: Temperate, guarding others
* Sober: Self-controlled, wise, sensible
* Of Good Behavior: Respectable
* Given to Hospitality: Hospitable
* Apt to Teach: Able to teach, teachable
* No Striker: Not violent, gentle, not quarrelsome
* Patient: Forbearing, longsuffering
* Not Covetous: Not a lover of money, not avaricious
SUPERVISING OF CHILDREN
If at anytime a child were to behave in a willfully disrespectful manner during group classes, please give the child a verbal warning asking them to correct the behavior. (Brief time outs are appropriate for prek children). If the behavior continues, please give another warning letting the child know they will be removed from the class or activity if the behavior continues. On the third occurance of disrespectful behavior, the child should be removed from the class or activity for that day and given over to their parent's care. The person in charge of the group should also be notified of the situation. Too many "violations" could lead to suspension from group classes, field trips, or future activities. However, the child would be welcomed back when the child is able to continuously stop the unacceptable behavior.
During co-op classes, fieldtrips and other activities, we ask that at least two parents are always present. You should avoid being alone with someone's child during our group events. This is for the protection of the parents as well as the children.
For managing bathroom runs, we ask that if at all possible school age children go to the restroom in groups of 3 or more. When escorting children to the restroom, stay outside if possible. For preschool age children, have them use the single use preschool restrooms if it is available. Never assist children with their clothing unless they ask and always leave the door cracked open. If you notice they need help, talk them through how to do it themselves. Always ask them first if you may assist them. Remember the parents are on site if additional bathroom assistance is needed.