Boy Scouts Of America and Troop 6

Code Of Conduct Agreement

• I agree to abide by the Code of Conduct as stated in the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, Slogan, and Outdoor Code as written in my Scout handbook.

• I understand that the following activities/behavior are unacceptable and agree as a condition of participation in troop or Scouting activities to not participate in them or promote them:

§ Hazing or initiations of any kind or any unauthorized punishments, or physical abuse.

§ Any behavior which is disruptive or disrespectful.

§ The purchase, possession, or consumption or alcoholic beverage or illegal drugs.

§ Serious and/or repetitive behavior violations involving the use of tobacco, cheating, stealing, dishonesty, swearing, fighting, cursing, or language which is abusive or hurtful to anyone.

§ Gambling in any form.

§ Possession or unauthorized use of firearms, weapons, or fireworks of any kind.

• I will set a good example by keeping myself neatly dressed and presentable.

• I will constructively participate as required in cooperation with other troop members and leadership in whatever meetings, programs or activities I attend. I will obey the safety rules and instructions.

• In consideration of other participants, I agree to follow bedtime and sleep schedules of the troop during camping trips, unless otherwise directed.

• I will be responsible for keeping my personal gear labeled, clean and neat. I will always do my part to share in the prevention of littering of camp grounds.

• I will demonstrate respect for troop property and be personally responsible for cleanliness and any loss, breakage, or vandalism of property.

• I understand that if my conduct and participation does not reflect the Code of Conduct, I agree to the following disciplinary action below at the discretion of the Scoutmaster or other designated leader by the Scoutmaster according to BSA policy:

§ I may be asked to move my chair or myself to a place where I will be by myself, but still participating in the activity.

§ I may be asked to leave the ongoing activity to have a talk about my behavior with the Scoutmaster or other Assistant Scoutmaster according to BSA policy.

§ I may be asked to leave the Scout meeting or outing at the discretion and request of the Scoutmaster or designated leader. I understand that if I am asked to leave, it is the responsibility of my parents to pick me up immediately.

• I understand that if I am asked to leave (2) two meetings or outings or a combination of a meeting and outing, I will be asked to have a disciplinary meeting with my parents, the Scoutmaster and Committee Chairperson, where we will discuss what may be done to correct ongoing problems.