SAFE ENVIRONMENT & CHAPERONES

Safe Environment

Strict safety standards to protect children, called Safe Environment, were implemented throughout the Dallas Diocese in the past decade. The camp, while it has always carefully evaluated potential employees and conducted background checks, raised its standards to exceed those required by the diocese. A safety officer was appointed at The Pines in Summer 2004. Background checks are conducted on every employee at The Pines. Enhanced safety training is provided to all camp staff. Staff must also pass annual exams related to topics concerning safety.

Chaperones

Parent chaperones and teachers will supervise students during quiet time after lunch, and after night activities when students retire to their cabins. It is a team effort between the Pines staff and the adult chaperones and teachers to ensure students' safety during their stay. All volunteers must undergo background checks prior to acting as a chaperone for The Pines EE program. Please check with your student's school to learn their requirements for serving as a chaperone.