Campers of the Midwest Diocese Camp at Gracanica are expected to review this Code of Conduct with parent/guardian and agree to abide by the rules. If a camper fails to follow any of these rules, they could be disciplined and/or sent home from camp at the discretion of the Camp Director. In the event that camper is sent home, no refund will be given. Following these rules will help camp be a safe, happy environment for all campers and staff.
BEHAVIOR
Camper will show respect to our church, clergy, camp staff, other campers, and camp property
Intentional property damage will be paid for by the parents/guardians of those responsible
Inappropriate behavior will be dealt with by camp staff and committee
Serious infractions of camp rules will result in immediate dismissal
CELL PHONES
Cell phones and electronic devices will be turned in at time of check-in and will be given to campers for use at Great America only.
CLOTHING
Camper will wear modest, appropriate clothing while at camp
If clergy or staff find clothing to be immodest/inappropriate, more suitable clothing will be required
APPROPRIATE CHURCH CLOTHING – GIRLS:
Dresses or skirts not shorter than knee length, shoulders covered at all times
No pants or shorts; no tops that reveal navel/midriff area
APPROPRIATE CHURCH CLOTHING – BOYS:
Khaki pants or dress slacks; polo or dress shirt with a collar
No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, gym shoes
CAMP CLOTHING
T-shirts or tops
No halter tops
No tops that reveal navel/midriff area
No vulgarity or profanity on any article of clothing
Shorts (appropriate length)
No shorts above mid-thigh, short shorts, etc.
No writing on the backside of shorts or pants
Jeans or sweatpants
Sweatshirt or light jacket
Undergarments
Pajamas
Socks
Gym shoes / running shoes
Sandals, slippers or flip-flops
Church shoes
Candlelight dinner outfit
Swim apparel (girls: modest one piece swimsuit; boys: swim trunks)
Beach towel
PACKING LIST NOTES
Church attire for boys prohibits jeans, t-shirts, gym shoes
Church attire for girls prohibits bare shoulders, skirts/dresses above the knee, gym shoes
Girls may not wear halter tops or those that expose the midriff
Girls may not wear shorts that are above mid-thigh
There is to be no writing on the backside of shorts or pants
Any clothing displaying vulgar or explicit language is not allowed
Campers in attire deemed inappropriate by a staff member will be required to change. If they do not have an alternate choice, appropriate clothing will be provided.
PROHIBITED
Inappropriate language of any kind is prohibited
Verbal or physical abuse and bullying will not be tolerated and will result in immediate expulsion
Smoking/drugs/alcohol are prohibited and if discovered will result in immediate dismissal
Food and drink are not allowed in dorm rooms at any time; all meals and snacks are provided by camp
No outside food or treats are allowed for health and safety reasons and if found, will be confiscated
SCHEDULE
Camper will follow camp schedule
Permission from camp director or staff member is needed to miss any service or activity
Lights out at 10 p.m. unless otherwise notified by camp staff or clergy
WELLNESS
Medication brought to camp will be turned in at time of check-in
Medication will be labeled with user’s name and instructions and administered by adult in charge
Camper must bring his/her own sheets, blanket, pillow and pillow case