Mesa Public Schools
CHAPERONE RESPONSIBILITIES
It should be noted that the responsibilities of chaperones may vary according to the trip they are chaperoning. Generally, the responsibilities are as follows:
- The chaperone will be attentive to the needs of the students and be the students’ primary adult contact.
- The chaperone will know the locations and whereabouts of each student assigned to him or her during the trip.
- The chaperone will follow the directions and guidelines of the teacher in charge of the trip.
- The chaperone will adhere to a code of conduct that includes abstaining from tobacco products, alcohol, and illegal drugs during the field trip.
- The chaperone will dress in a manner that is appropriate for the educational experience.
- If a student requests medication for any reason, the chaperone will advise the teacher. Only authorized staff members of Mesa Public Schools may administer medication.
- The chaperone will not bring other children on the trip.
- In most circumstances, the chaperone will not be alone with a student.
- The chaperone will refer serious discipline issues to the teacher. Minor infractions, such as talking too loud or not staying in line, can be handled by the chaperone. The chaperone should never separate a student from the group for the purpose of disciplining the student.
- During an overnight field trip, the chaperone ordinarily should not:
- Use showers when students are using them.
- Be the only adult present in a room where students are sleeping. When possible, two adults will be present.
- Any chaperone who is not a parent or guardian of a student participating in an overnight field trip must be age 21 or older and approved by the district. Submit a Volunteer Program referral form to Human Resources or call 472-0433 at least three weeks before the travel date to request fingerprinting.
- The chaperone may be assigned other responsibilities by the teacher in charge.
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Trip Sponsor (Teacher) Signature Chaperone Signature
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Date Date
Revised 12/15/08