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Code of Conduct
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Due to certain trends in youth sports whereby both parents and Members are letting their emotions manifest themselves in abusive and sometimes physical violence, The Figure Skating Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania supports a zero tolerance policy for unsportsmanlike behavior. Its Members, Coaches and parents ( if Member is under 18 yrs old) should continually raise the standard of behavior both on and off the ice.

 

Membership in The Figure Skating Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania is a privilege and should carry a sense of pride.  Participation in programs offered will require that members and parents (of members under 18 yrs old) accept certain responsibilities.

 

MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

I will not verbally or physically abuse any of my fellow members, other USFS members, USFS officials, Club Board Members, volunteers, or coaches.

 

I understand that poor sportsmanship, on and or off ice, will not be tolerated.

 

PARENTS/GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

I will encourage sportsmanship by showing positive support for all members, coaches, board members, club officers and other officials during all on and off ice sessions.

 

I will encourage my child to treat all other members, coaches, board members, club officers and other member’s parents and other officials with respect.

 

I will refrain from coaching my child or “manipulate” other members during any on and off ice sessions.

 

I will not verbally or physically abuse any club members (including my own child), coaches, club officers and board members, officials, other member parents or volunteers.

 

I will represent myself positively and not undermine the authority of coaches, club board members or officers, officials or other club volunteers.

 

COURSE OF ACTION:

 

Should a parent or Member not adhere to the above, The Figure Skating Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania holds the Member and/or Parent accountable and the Board of Directors is empowered to take necessary action. Actions could be as simple as a verbal or written warning to the parent or Member up to disciplinary hearings before the

Board of Directors leading to suspension or expulsion from The Figure Skating Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania. All decisions of the Board of Directors are final.

 

IMPLEMENTATION:    (Conflict Resolution)

 

Anyone may file a complaint, in writing and signed to the President of The Figure Skating Club of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The grievance statement shall state in clear and precise language:

 

  1. The name of the party filing the Grievance (the “Grievant”)
  2. The grievant’s address, phone number and USFS number.
  3. The name of the party against whom the grievance is brought (the “Respondent”)
  4. The Respondent’s address, phone number and USFS number (if known)
  5. Name, address and phone numbers of any other parties involved.
  6. A statement of facts surrounding the alleged violation, including the date.
  7. A statement certifying that attempts to resolve this matter have been made and were unsuccessful.
  8. The action the Grievant wished taken.

 

The Grievance Statement may be accompanied by supporting documentation that shall be considered a part of the Grievance Statement. A filing fee of $25.00 shall be paid to the Club at the time the Grievance is filed. In the event the Grievance is not accepted, the filing fee shall be non-refundable.

 

RECEIPT OF GRIEVANCE STATEMENT

 

Upon receipt of the written Grievance Statement, the President shall review the Grievance Statement to determine:

 

  1. Whether the allegations, if believed, would constitute a violation.
  2. If violation is determined to be warranted by President, he/she shall direct Grievance to the Conflict Resolution Committee.
  3. Conflict Resolution Committee shall consist of 5 Board Members appointed by the President.
  4. Committee shall investigate said complaint and report findings to the President.
  5. The Committee shall vote on a resolution.
  6. The President shall report the outcome of the committee to the Grievant and the Respondent.

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