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Code of Conduct

Guests

The Woodstock PTA is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all event guests. By participating in an event, guests agree to honor this Code of Conduct.
  • Students, including middle school students, must be accompanied by a parent/guardian when an event is on school grounds.
  • Be respectful of the building, guests, and our volunteers.
  • Running and horseplay are prohibited.
  • Safety violations will not be tolerated.
  • Profanity, obscene gestures, and/or offensive behavior are not permitted.
  • Line jumping/holding places in line is not allowed.
  • The Woodstock PTA is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
  • Pets/Animals are not allowed inside, with the exception of service animals.
  • Bicycles, scooters, or any other recreational mobility devices are not allowed inside the building.
  • No glass containers or alcoholic beverages permitted.
  • Smoking is prohibited, including e-cigarettes and vapor pens.
  • Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be removed.
  • Adults not accompanying children may be asked to leave.
  • Costumes deemed to be cultural appropriation are not allowed. Culture appropriation is the unacknowledged or inappropriate adoption of the customs, practices, ideas, etc. of one people or society by members of another, and typically more dominant, people or society.
  • Full face costume masks and weapons of any kind are not allowed.

The Woodstock PTA reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who is not in compliance with these rules.

Volunteers

In order to volunteer in Portland Public Schools, applicants are required to complete a background screening and agree to the following Volunteer Code of Conduct.
  • Be punctual and reliable.
  • I will sign in at the school’s main office immediately upon arrival.
  • I will wear an orange school safety vest at all times and show volunteer identification whenever I am volunteering in the school.
  • I will follow the directions of the building administrators, teachers, and/or appropriate staff members.
  • I agree to conduct myself in a professional, respectful manner at all times. I understand that the volunteers are role models for students, and will conduct myself accordingly.
  • I understand that I am responsible for following the policies and procedures of Portland Public Schools. I understand that PPS has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion of all students. I will uphold those policies and values while volunteering. I will not share my personal or political views with students while volunteering. If I have any questions about this, I will ask the teacher or principal.
  • I will share with teachers and/or school administrators any concerns that I may have related to student welfare and/or safety.
  • I will use only adult bathroom facilities.
  • I will not possess weapons of any type while on school property or during school events off premises.
  • I will not possess or use tobacco or any nicotine-related products and will not possess or be under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs on school property or during school events off premises.
  • I understand that in the course of volunteering, I may learn private or sensitive information about students, families, or staff. I agree to maintain confidentiality outside of school. I will not share information that I learn about students or staff with anyone except to carry out my volunteer duties and as outlined in this code of conduct.
  • I agree to avoid exploiting or unduly influencing a student into engaging in an illegal or immoral act or any other behavior that would subject the student to discipline for misconduct, whether or not the student actually engages in the behavior.
  • I agree not to engage in sexual harassment of students, other volunteers, or school employees. I will avoid having inappropriate contact with any student, whether or not on school property, which includes all forms of sexual touching, sexual relations, or romantic relations, any touching which is unwelcome by the student or inappropriate given the age, sex, and maturity of the student. I will refrain from touching or hugging students, even if the student instigates the physical contact.
  • I agree to notify immediately the Security Services Department if I am arrested for a misdemeanor or felony sex, drug, assault, or weapon related offense.