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Consitution
The Group shall be known as SEFLAGS - (South East) Family Learning and Group Support .
The aims of the group are as follows:
To provide family learning (academic, social and sporting) activities on a regular basis for families, within a secure environment, to add to their skills and encourage interests, talents and achievement within a non-competitive environment.
To be active within the community in Edenbridge and surrounding areas.
Not to discriminate any person/s regardless of sex, background, ethnic origin, age or disability.
To provide additional information, resources, support and help, including by means of an internet group, to members and their families.
To provide encouragement, support and help for all members and their families to allow the opportunity for them to participate fully in all activities and events.
To fulfil these aims the group aims to:
Meet regularly for family learning. Meet for swimming and other sporting activities on a regular basis.
Arrange and meet for museum workshops on a regular basis.
Arrange occasional outings to places of educational value and interest.
Participate in local carnivals and other similar events to raise the profile of the group and to raise money for the support of the group where possible.
Provide time to discuss and implement any ideas or suggestions made by members and encourage participation in running of the group by all members.
To provide additional information, resources, support and help including by means of an internet list specifically for the members, available for all to access and contribute to, which will be supplemented by a 'telephone tree' communication network.
Review on a regular basis any matters relating to funding, hall hire etc.
Listen and attempt to resolve amicably, concerns raised by members and their families.
Undertake other activities to further the aims of the group.
Membership is open to families or individuals within the area. Families may join by contacting any member of the Management Committee in writing, by email or telephone. The group shall operate on a not for profit basis. Meetings will be held regularly for adults to discuss matters pertaining to the running of the group and all adult members will be encouraged to attend.
The management of the group shall be in the hands of a duly elected Committee. This Committee shall consist of a Chairperson, Treasurer, Secretary and Administrator and not more than three other members. The Committee shall meet as often as deemed necessary to carry out the business of the group. An Annual General Meeting shall be held when the Committee shall report on the progress, activities and finances of the group. The Committee shall be subject to election or re-election. A Special General Meeting may be called for the purpose of dissolving the group. At least 7 days notice shall be given to all members for an AGM or SGM. The Treasurer shall keep accounts to be submitted to an independent inspector to be approved at each AGM. Accounts will be available to all members on request and be distributed annually. In the event of the group closing, the assets of the group shall be distributed to such non-profit organisations with similar aims to the group as committee decide following settlement of any outstanding debts. The Constitution shall only be altered by consent of the majority of members.
Code of Conduct
We Appreciate:
Calmness
Co-operation
The enjoyment of each others company
Behaviour which leads to others feeling comfortable
We do NOT Condone:
Smoking
Swearing
Aggression in any form either by word or action
Discrimination of any type
To support our principles and promote an atmosphere where enjoyment can thrive, we ask that:
Adults remain present at club events and no less than two adults shall be present and responsible for the majority of children at any one time.
If, for any reason, a child does not wish to participate in events, their responsible adult is asked to supply a quiet alternative. (A space is set aside for such use.
We ask that parents do not use any form of physical punishment or humiliating punishments such as a "naughty" chair.
There be no specific promotion of any political or religious group, although political or religious education is acceptable, ONLY if more than one religion/ political belief system is explored at any one time
Conflicts
Disputes between children are rare, usually short-lived and sorted out amongst themselves. If adult intervention proves necessary we suggest the following guidelines:
Offer independent non-partisan help.
Only intervene physically when there is an immediate danger of a child hurting either themselves or another child.
When both sides of the conflict have calmed down a little, give both sides an opportunity to tell their side of the story, and to explain to each other how they feel about what has happened.
Adults are expected to teach by example, showing good manners and consideration at
all times. It is expected that if a conflict situation occurs between adults the same guidelines should be followed.
We are all responsible for the running and well-being of F.L.A.G.S. and as such, there is no one person who has to carry the responsibility for implementing these guidelines. Joining F.L.A.G.S. means accepting these guidelines and shared responsibility.
All adults are invited to contribute in some way to the planning and organisation of events and to share in the tasks which go towards making our group a success.