Respect the space and each other
No throwing things at each other
No running/horseplay
No defacing property (artwork, stickers, paint, etc.)
Be courteous and attentive with our guests. They are professionals who volunteer their time and talents to come share with us.
Remain in our center during group and exit only through front doors (do not access back doors or alarm will go off)
Keep discussions PG rated
No outing, ever. What happens at ORY stays at ORY and is private
Call and Response: There will be a call and response each week with the activity leader(s). If you hear the call, respond immediately by paying attention and responding with the dedicated response, then remaining quiet and attentive. (Example: call - “Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?” response - “SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS”)
Speak for yourself - use “I” statements whenever possible in discussions. Everyone is different and deserves to have their opinion and experiences heard and understood.
No social media connections between staff/volunteers and youth, except for our private Discord server. See Rachael to join our Discord server, with parents’ permission.
Adult supervision is required at all times except for using the restroom, and ONLY ONE PERSON IN THE RESTROOM AT A TIME. No exceptions.
During a private discussion with an adult, another adult should be present as a witness.
During group, youth must remain in line of sight to at least 1 adult at all times (except when using the restroom or in quiet room)
Quiet Room: 1 person per quiet room, no exceptions. If an adult is needed in the quiet room, 2 adults must be present with the youth.
No PDA. This is a youth center for fellowship, not a place for dating. Please respect each other and each person’s personal space.
Cleanup: ALL staff, volunteers, and youth must participate in cleanup at the end of each group:
Recyclable plastic, glass, and cans should all go in the sink to be rinsed and dried. If you are unsure what is recyclable, ask an adult. Cardboard and paper should go directly in the recycling bins.
Trash Sweep: Everyone is responsible for the space. When cleanup time is announced, please do a sweep for trash/recyclables in your immediate area (within 10 foot radius).
Put away whatever you have gotten out. If you are using craft supplies for a group activity, help the staff/volunteers put away the supplies.
Cleaning surfaces: please wipe down tables and countertops that have been used during group with antibacterial wipes.
Vacuuming: One adult should vacuum the floors after each group.
If you need help with anything, including understanding these rules, ask an adult, particularly the Program Director or Executive Director.
Failure to follow these rules will result in a call for parent/guardian to immediately pick you up and you will be restricted from attending the following week. Continued failures to follow the rules will result in being uninvited to the group for the foreseeable future.