CODE OF BEHAVIOR

Catholic HEART Workcamp aims to create a community where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. We want camp to reflect Christ’s love in the way we treat one another, and we invite both teens and adults to help foster that spirit throughout the week.

If a situation becomes disruptive or unsafe, we encourage those nearby to gently step in or notify a parish youth leader. More serious concerns can be shared with the Workcamp manager, team captain, or director so we can respond with care.

The CODE OF BEHAVIOR below, which is signed as part of the camper paperwork, helps us ensure a positive, respectful environment for everyone. It outlines the expectations we all agree to uphold and the potential consequences for unsafe or harmful behavior.

I confirm that I have read, understand, and agree to follow the expectations in the following CODE OF BEHAVIOR. I understand that if I violate them, CHWC may, at its sole discretion, dismiss me from camp at my own expense. I further acknowledge that any behavior—listed or not—that compromises safety, disrupts the community, or goes against the spirit and mission of CHWC may result in disciplinary action or dismissal.

As a CHWC participant, I will:
• Act with respect
– Use appropriate language, dress, and behavior.
– Treat all staff, leaders, peers, and community members with respect.
– Respect the rights, property, and personal space of others.

• Participate fully
– Take part in all scheduled activities, sessions, and work projects.
– Behave appropriately during Mass and prayer.
– Follow curfew and remain in my assigned sleeping area.

• Follow safety rules
– Follow all school, safety, transportation, and worksite guidelines.
– Stay on school grounds unless supervised by a leader.
– Not engage in unsafe behavior, horseplay, or misuse of tools or equipment.

• Respect boundaries
– Stay out of sleeping quarters not assigned to my group.
– Refrain from inappropriate touching, sexual activity, or harassment.

• Build community
– Help with group responsibilities and keep shared spaces clean.
– Be cooperative and supportive of my team and those we serve.

• Not use prohibited substances or items
These expectations apply at the school, on worksite locations, during transportation, and at all CHWC-sponsored activities.
CHWC is a tobacco – and nicotine-free environment for all participants, regardless of age.
I will not possess, use, or distribute:
– Alcohol, illegal drugs, misused prescription drugs, or intoxicating substances.
– Tobacco, nicotine, vapes, e-cigarettes, ZYN/nicotine pouches, or similar products.
– Weapons, fireworks, or any dangerous items.

• Use phones and social media responsibly
– Not record, photograph, or post content that invades privacy, disrespects others, or misrepresents CHWC.
– Use phones only where permitted.

• Follow adult leadership
– Follow all reasonable instructions from CHWC staff, adult leaders, and worksite supervisors.

• Understand consequences
– Consequences may include warnings, restricted participation, parental involvement, or being sent home at my own expense.

• Accept full responsibility for my behavior.