• Bullying: Definition-Bullying is the systematic and chronic inflicting of physical hurt or psychological distress on another person. The Code of Virginia at§ 22.1-276.01 defines bullying as: o any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim o involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim o is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma o "Bullying" includes cyber bullying o "Bullying" does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict Immediate removal from the program may occur if administration feels they cannot maintain the safety and welfare of the participant or other participants in the program, or the participant engaged in behaviors associated with the zero-tolerance policy. PRCS will call parents/guardians to pick up any participant who is a threat to the safety of themself or others. PRCS staff are pledged to make every effort to maintain a participant’s enrollment and engagement in the program. Only after all the procedures have failed on the part of the administration staff and parent/guardian, will dismissal be considered. If, in the opinion of the program administration, a participant's behavior presents a physical danger to themselves or others, or if the participant fails to follow rules, then an immediate suspension from the program may result. PRCS staff are trained to use discipline techniques that are constructive, age-appropriate, and that focus on redirection and positive reinforcement. Participants contribute to the establishment of site rules and are expected to follow them. Staff will set clear expectations. In the event of inappropriate behavior, the following steps may be taken: • Incident Report(s) • Parent/guardian Meeting(s) • Suspension • Dismissal Other potential causes for dismissal from PRCS programs: • Failure to pay tuition, late fees, late pick up fees as required • Failure to provide all necessary paperwork for registration, including any required medication documentation • Failure to comply with program policies, procedures, rules of behavior or code of conduct PRCS Zero Tolerance Policy PRCS does not permit the use of weapons, tobacco products, alcohol, drugs, or fireworks during our programs or in our facilities. In addition, theft, violent behavior, or destruction of property will not be tolerated. Any violation may result in immediate dismissal from the program with no refund of fees. Parents/guardians will be expected to provide immediate transportation home, should an incident occur on or off site.
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