Rules

Rules – Mid-Atlantic Christadelphian Bible School

All can contribute greatly to the enjoyment of this week by conforming to the intent of these expectations. Patience and courtesy towards others will enhance the spirit of fellowship at the Bible School. “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord” Colossians 3:17

PLEASE MAKE SURE ALL ATTENDING THE BIBLE SCHOOL ARE FAMILIAR WITH AND UNDERSTAND THESE ESSENTIAL INSTRUCTIONS

CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES
  • All ages are expected to attend orientations, morning devotions, morning classes, Memorial services, family Bible readings and evening programs. Teens (13-19) are also expected to attend teen evening devotions. Young people are expected at all scheduled Youth Program activities.
  • Youth program classes are assigned by the grade the student will be entering in the upcoming school year. Check your confirmation notice and notify the registrar before Bible School if there are any questions.
  • In consideration for the teachers and leaders requests for class change should not be made at the school.
  • Attendance will be taken at teen and youth classes. Please notify the teacher if your student will not be at a class or activity.
  • Parents and sponsors please note that you are responsible for your students while at Bible School. If your child/teen is not at a scheduled Youth Program activity he/she must be with you and under your direct supervision. Children are not to be left unsupervised at any time.
HOUSING AND KEYS
  • Room or roommate changes are not to be made without prior approval of the Service Committee. Please do not move furniture between rooms or from lounges. Do not attach anything to walls or doors.
  • Unmarried co-ed visitation in bedroom areas is not allowed at any time. • Please be considerate of those trying to sleep.
  • All residents must be inside their building prior to 11 PM. • Please keep your room neat and orderly and ALWAYS lock it when you are not in it.
  • Room keys and meal cards are issued to each person. These must be signed in to a Key Representative by 1pm Saturday, July 9 before leaving the Bible School. There will be a lost key charge of $50 – $100 for the Seavers and Naugle residence halls.
  • When checking out, close all windows; return any moved items to original location. Open all desk & dresser drawers and open closet doors. Remove all food items and trash from unit. Return borrowed items (linens and blankets) to the Bible School Office.
APPROPRIATE DRESS
  • Appropriate dress for everyone should be modest, clean, non-distracting and inoffensive. The following are inappropriate for the Bible School setting: going ‘shirtless’, bare midriffs of any type, shirts with offensive sayings or pictures, lounge wear/pajama bottoms, stretch type shorts, and immodest tops, skirts, or leggings. Parents, please check the clothing that children and teens will be bringing to the school. Please consider whether your attire might offend others when deciding what to bring. When in doubt, don’t bring it!
  • During the Memorial Service and lecture, sisters and young ladies should wear a dress or skirt. Sisters are requested to wear a head covering. Brothers and young men should wear sport coat, dress shirt/slacks, tie, or a suit.
  • For the evening programs and morning classes, sisters or young ladies should wear a dress, skirt, casual slacks, nice jeans or pantsuit. Brothers and young men are expected to wear casual slacks or nice jeans and appropriate shirt. Children, up through grade 8, may wear appropriate shorts in classes.
  • Afternoon sports attire should include modest sportswear, shirts, and/or swimwear (women – onepiece swimsuits). Please no bikinis, two-piece or other type of abbreviated suit for men or women.
MEALS AND DINING HALL
  • Food items may not be removed from the dining hall without the prior approval of the University Dining Hall Supervisor.
  • Parents are asked to monitor your student’s table for proper behavior. Please do not allow your children to run free in the dining hall.
  • You are responsible for clearing your table of all dishes and trash.
  • All meals will be served cafeteria style. You may sit anywhere and enter any serving line. Please respect those tables with infant seats – do not move them, select another table.
MISCELLANEOUS
  • If you need to leave campus, please advise a family member or friend. In case of an emergency, it is important to know where you can be reached.
  • Smoking is not allowed in any campus building or near entrances.
  • Essential electronic devices must not disturb any activity – (silence your cell phones!)
  • Rollerblades/inline skates/Razor Scooters may only be used in designated areas and only while wearing helmets and appropriate safety gear. They are not to be used in any buildings or on the walkways or roadways on campus.
PLEASE DO NOT
  1. Walk on the lawns – use designated walks.
  2. Litter – use the trash receptacles.
  3. Throw/roll/bounce balls in any building except the gym.
  4. Use electronic entertainment – TV’s, music or game equipment, etc.
  5. Use skateboards anywhere on campus.
  6. Play musical instruments after 11 PM.
SPECIAL MEETINGS

All meetings should be approved in advance, scheduled and announced by the Service Committee. Meetings on controversial topics are not to be held.

SPECIAL NEEDS

If you or your child has a special need (learning, medical or otherwise) please advise before the school so that these needs may be addressed!

DISMISSIBLE VIOLATIONS
  • The use of or possession of alcohol, drugs or fireworks.
  • Violation of the coed visitation rule.
  • Tampering with fire alarms or fire extinguishers. (This is a violation of state law as well.)
  • Those under 18, unless leaving with a parent or sponsor, must get parent/sponsor permission prior to leaving the campus. Failure to do so may be a dismissible offense.

Thank you! Your attention to these essential guidelines and rules ensures a very positive Mid-Atlantic Christadelphian Bible School!