[MR] Re: SCA Pres

[Kandi32583 at aol.com]

I agree with Magdalena de Hazebrouck.  The Children's programs have come 
along way and continue to move in a positive drection.  Placing them near the rest 
of the activities would be a great idea.  However, at some sites, that just 
isn't possible.  The placement of the activity also depends on what the 
children are going to be doing.  If the activity has to be far from the rest of the 
populace or in an enclosed room, maybe more supervision should be required.  

As far as arguing about running them if the guidelines are unable to be 
followed, don't do it.  If not enough adults are available, either find some or 
cancel the activities.  I know that this puts a cramp in many people's plans, but 
the children's safety is most important.  I'm sure most people, if not all, 
would rather keep their child with them rather than place them in potentially 
unsafe situation. This isn't only concerning abuse, but also inadequate 
supervision.  One person can not physically watch more than a few children, even 
teachers with the proper training have assistants.  Many of the older youth would 
love to work with the children's activities.  As long as they aren't given the 
responsibility of running the programs or being left without adults, there 
should be no problem getting help.

By looking at other organizations we could get a better view of how to go 
about making our children safer and happier as well as give the parents a more 
secure feeling about leaving their children and also enjoying their day.  I also 
agree that Private camps should not be used for children's activities.  If a 
private camp would like to assist in the children's activities, they should 
contact the autocrat and make sure a space is made available.