To protect our children and youth and the adults who work with them, we follow a child protection policy. Key elements of the policy include:

• 2-deep leadership: All activities involving children and youth require at least 2 adults present for leadership and supervision
• Open door policy in all classrooms
• Respect for privacy
• Immediate reporting of inappropriate behavior

Good Shepherd Child Protection Policy (pdf)

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Purpose and Code of Conduct
• Definitions
• Supervision Guidelines
• Application, Screening and Training Procedures
• Reporting and Responding

Appendices:

• Important Phone Numbers and Contact Information
• What to Expect When Calling Child Protective Services
• Signs of Child Sexual Abuse
• Child Protection Policy Acceptance Statement
• Application to Work with Children
• Background Check Authorization Form
• Reference Check Form
• Reporting and Responding Documentation Form
• Adult Expectations and Information Letter
• Website Photo Opt-Out Form