Member Code of Conduct
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Be on time to all rehearsals. If you are going to miss a rehearsal, inform your instructor well in advance. It is your responsibility to know when and where rehearsals are.
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Arrive at rehearsals prepared and ready to rehearse. Start and end on time. Know and understand the objectives/goals for each rehearsal. If you don’t know, ask!
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Swearing and abusive language will not be tolerated. Rehearse and perform professionally. You have the right to expect the same professionalism from the instructional staff.
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You are a role model for other Drumline members. Remember that fact at all times. Other Drumline members will act and behave as they see you act and behave. This role model responsibility applies at all times — on the rehearsal/performance field and off.
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Set high standards for yourself. Ensure that you know and understand the Drumline director’s and instructional staff’s expectations for the year. If you don’t know their expectations, you will not meet or exceed them.
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Smoking and / or vaping in front of other Drumline/staff members is not acceptable. This includes rehearsals, performances, bus rides, and any other functions associated with the Drumline. Most of the schools and facilities at which we stay/perform are tobacco-free campuses. Please respect their regulations.
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Alcohol use is not allowed at any time. This includes at rehearsals, performances, bus rides and any other functions associated with the Drumline. Most of the schools and facilities at which we stay/perform are alcohol-free campuses. Please respect their regulations. A violation will result in dismissal from the Drumline.
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Illegal drug use is not allowed at any time. This includes at rehearsals, performances, bus rides, and any other functions associated with the Drumline. All of the schools and facilities at which we stay/perform are drug-free campuses. A violation will result in dismissal from the Drumline.
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Take care and respect your uniform, your equipment and your rehearsal/housing facilities. If something needs repair, please advise an instructor, a support staff member, or the director. No climbing fences. Leave the premises cleaner than when we arrived.
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Treat other Drumline members as you would like to be treated. Respect their personal needs and requests. This awareness applies to rehearsals, sleeping areas, and the bus. Tolerance is paramount. Ensure that your relationships with others include no inappropriate behavior. If you have a concern with someone, please advise the Drumline director for further support or action. Hazing and bullying will NOT be tolerated in the Calhoun Music Academy
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Stealing is not tolerated in the Calhoun Music Academy. Taking property belonging to other people, the Drumline, or to our practice/housing sites, etc. will be dealt with severely.
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Treat your Drum Major, sectional heads, Captains, instructional staff, support staff, drivers, volunteers , other corps, parents and fans with respect. Support staff, drivers, chaperones, etc., volunteer their time for your benefit; most of them work full time and often use vacation time for the benefit of the Drumline. Treat them with appreciation and respect for the dedicated work they perform. When you need their help, be courteous and ask politely.
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Remember that any unhappiness or anger with other corps’ behavior is dealt with at the Director level. Corps members and parents may be tempted to log on to newsgroups and forums to complain about others, but this is NOT the way the Calhoun Music Academy does business. Don’t dishonor the Calhoun Music Academy's good name by posting negative comments that can be interpreted as representing the Calhoun Music Academy or Brian Calhoun Music and Drums Inc. organization’s opinion. Don’t start flame wars, even if you think you’re right. If you have nothing nice to say, then don’t say it. Staff is serious about protecting the Calhoun Music Academy's reputation.
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Leave nothing to the last minute. Plan ahead of time to get things done.
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You represent the Calhoun Music Academy at all times. It doesn’t matter where you are — rehearsals, performances or other non-corps related functions. If someone knows you are a member of the Drumline, then you represent the entire organization. Make that action happen with pride and class!
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Failure to adhere to the Calhoun Music Academy Code of Conduct could lead to your dismissal from the Drumline.