Cub Scout Pack 298

Code of Conduct

    A Scout is expected to behave at all meetings and outings.  Misbehavior is not acceptable at any Pack/Den meeting or activity.  Misbehavior is defined as compromising the safety of oneself or others, theft, lying, profanity, hitting, punching, kicking, abusive language, demeaning or offensive language, racial, ethnic or religious slurs, vandalism, wilful refusal and disrespect to a Scout Leaders' directions and/or repeated general misbehavior that affects the ability of the Pack/Den to function. 

    No child will be allowed to run freely or randomly about before, during or after a Pack or Den meeting/activity.  Cub scouts are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.   

    Any Scout who misbehaves will be taken aside by an Adult leader and warned.  Should the Scout continue to misbehave, the parent/guardian will be notified and asked to correct the behaviour of the Scout.   If the parent/guardian is unsuccessful and the child continues to misbehave, the scout will be asked to leave the meeting/event.   If the parent/guardian fails to correct serious misbehavior of a Scout, and the behaviour continues at future events/meetings, the Pack Committee reserves the right to consider disciplinary action that could result in the Scout's dismissal from the Pack.  Any disciplinary actions will be discussed and voted upon by the Pack Committee.

    In the event that a Scout's behaviour results in the loss or damage to property while participating in any activity sponsored by the Den/Pack - reasonable restitution will be the responsibility of the Scout and/or parent/guardian.   The Scout will be explained the seriousness and consequences of his behaviour.  Out of respect and acknowledge of his behaviour, the Scout should apologize to the appropriate individual(s) for his misconduct.      

    All adults attending Scouting functions will be subject to the same rules as the Scouts and the Scout leaders.   

    Under no circumstances will any alcohol or drugs be allowed at any of the Pack/Den meetings or events.  For adults who smoke tobacco, they will be asked to go to an area to smoke that is away from others and where they can not be seen by the scouts.    All adults should consider themselves as role models and should conduct their behavior as such.  Any offenders will be asked to leave the meeting/event.

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