Deeply Rooted Co-op
Code of Conduct
Family Code of conduct
Please read the Ground Rules / Expectations and be prepared to acknowledge and agree to these policies and behavioral code of conduct on behalf of your family while participating in Deeply Rooted Co-op activity.
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity.”- 1Timothy 4:12
THE FOLLOWING IS TO BE REVIEWED, ACKNOWLEDGED AND AGREED TO BY ENROLLED STUDENT AND PARENTS:
One of the goals of Deeply Rooted is to promote Biblical Christian character. In keeping with the goal, students are responsible to follow Biblical standards of conduct as part of their growth to maturity. The Bible gives us many principles for living, but the following have been identified as specific guidelines for student behavior.
I will submit to the civil authority of our country and obey its laws. I understand this will prohibit such things as the use of tobacco of any kind, alcohol, marijuana, vaping, the illegal use of drugs of any kind as defined by federal law, gambling and shoplifting. (I Timothy 2:1-2, I Peter 2:13-14)
I will willingly submit to those in authority over me. (I Thessalonians 5:12, I Peter 5:5)
I will respect and honor other individuals. (1 Peter 2:17; Philippians 2:3; and Galatians 5:14)
I will respect the property of others including the church property. ( Exodus 10:15, Leviticus 19:11, I Thessalonians 4:6)
I will conduct myself with honor and integrity in both spoken and written word. (Colossians 3:9-10, 4:6, Titus 2:6-8)
I will use wholesome speech that respects the name of God, Christianity, and His Church. (Exodus 20:7; Ephesians 4:29; and Hebrews 10:29)
I will be modest in my dress and appearance. I have read and understand the Dress Code policy. (I Thessalonians 4:3-7, I Timothy 2:9-10, I Peter 3:3-5)
I will uphold the Biblical view of gender and will adhere to Deeply Rooted’s position in its policies, teachings, curriculum, and treatment of students. (Genesis 1:27 and I Corinthians 6:19-20) (see Statement of Faith, Marriage section)
I will use cell phones, technology, and social media in an appropriate and responsible manner. (Psalm 105:21, Luke 16:1-2, James 3:13-3)
I will inform Deeply Rooted leadership if I learn about anyone threatening to harm themselves or others. (Ecclesiastes 8:11, John 13:34, I Thessalonians 4:9)
Deeply Rooted Co-op supports its parents in expecting students to lead Christ-honoring lives not only in the Deeply Rooted Co-op Community, but outside of those times as well. Our public conduct should be consistent with our basic philosophy of life – to love God above all and to love our neighbors as ourselves (Luke 10:27). That love should be reflected in all our actions and attitudes toward each other.
Although friendship with the opposite sex is acceptable, physical displays of romance between students are not allowed at Deeply Rooted Co-op or during co-op related activities. The following Scripture should guide us in this policy: “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8).
Students are responsible to abide by these standards of conduct and the principles of the Deeply Rooted Co-op admission policy. Violation of these standards will result in disciplinary action. Parent and student acknowledge and agreement demonstrate your responsibility and commitment to follow the above standards.
Updated: August 2024
