- (240) 305-1441
- info@peacefulworldschoolers.com
- Silver Spring, MD
At Peaceful Worldschoolers, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where families can build community, learn together, and enjoy enriching experiences. To ensure the well-being and enjoyment of all participants, we expect all members—both children and adults—to adhere to the following Code of Conduct.
All participants (parents, guardians,and children) are expected to:
Unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to:
These expectations apply to all Peaceful Worldschoolers events and field trips (both locally and internationally).
We believe in restorative practices and giving individuals the opportunity to learn and grow. However, to protect the well-being of the group, we use a three-step accountability process:
Peaceful Worldschoolers believes in personal growth and second chances. Families or individuals who have been removed from participation due to behavioral violations may be eligible to return at the beginning of the next school year (starting August 1st), but only under probationary status.
Probationary participants are expected to:
At the end of the probationary year, Peaceful Worldschoolers leadership will review the participant’s conduct. If the individual/family has followed the expectations during the entire probationary period:
We value open and honest communication and are committed to resolving any concerns with compassion and fairness. If you believe a decision was made in error or would like to request a meeting, you have the right to request a review of the decision. To initiate an appeal:
The outcome of the appeal may include:
All decisions made after the appeal process are considered final.
Membership in Peaceful Worldschoolers (and PAX Academy) is family-based and provides priority access to our private community, field trips, events, clubs, and resources.
Membership benefits are non-transferable and may be suspended or revoked if policies are repeatedly violated.
Participation in Peaceful Worldschoolers is a privilege, not a right. Leadership reserves the right to deny, suspend, or revoke membership when necessary to protect the safety and well-being of the community.
To ensure accurate attendance counts and appropriate planning:
Please communicate promptly if your plans change.
If you register for an event but can no longer attend:
This allows waitlisted families the opportunity to attend.
Unless otherwise stated:
Weather-related cancellations follow the venue’s refund policy.
By participating in Peaceful Worldschoolers activities, families grant permission for photographs, video recordings, and audio recordings taken during events to be used by Peaceful Worldschoolers, PAX Academy, and affiliated organizations for educational, promotional, social media, website, and marketing purposes without additional compensation.
Families who do not wish for themselves or their children to appear in photographs or videos must notify leadership in writing before attending the event.
While every reasonable effort will be made to honor these requests, complete avoidance cannot always be guaranteed in public settings.
Parents and legal guardians are responsible for supervising their own children at all times.
Peaceful Worldschoolers does not provide childcare.
Children may never be left unattended unless a specific event clearly states otherwise.
Siblings over 18 years old are not considered legal supervisors unless designated by their parent.
To help protect our community:
Please stay home if you or your child:
Families should use good judgment before attending events.
Every participant is expected to follow all safety instructions provided by:
Unsafe behavior may result in immediate removal from the activity.
Families are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from events unless otherwise specified.
Peaceful Worldschoolers does not coordinate carpools or assume responsibility for transportation arrangements made between families.
Participation in Peaceful Worldschoolers activities is completely voluntary.
Families understand that participation may involve inherent risks.
By attending activities, families acknowledge responsibility for their own safety and agree to any required liability waivers.
All of our events are made possible through volunteers (especially our Community Coordinators).
Members are expected to:
Harassment or mistreatment of volunteers will not be tolerated.
Official communication is conducted through approved Peaceful Worldschoolers platforms such as:
Families are responsible for reading communications and staying informed about schedule changes, deadlines, and updates.
Member contact information and personal information shared within the community may not be used for unsolicited marketing, fundraising, or business solicitation without prior permission.
Respect the privacy of other families.
Peaceful Worldschoolers exists to build community—not to serve as an advertising platform. While we love to support the entrepreneurs in our community, we want to make sure that all participants give more than they take.
You may not use any of the following to repeatedly advertise businesses, recruit customers, promote organizations, or solicit sales without prior approval from leadership:
Occasional sharing in designated spaces may be permitted when approved.
Members are encouraged to share their experiences positively.
When posting:
Events may proceed in light rain or other weather depending on the venue. As they say, “There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothes.”
Only Coordinators will announce cancellations.
Families should not assume an event is canceled unless official communication has been sent from the coordinator for that event.
Peaceful Worldschoolers welcomes homeschooling families from many educational philosophies, cultures, faith traditions, and backgrounds.
Members are expected to foster an atmosphere of kindness, inclusion, and mutual respect.
Discrimination, harassment, or bullying based on race, ethnicity, national origin, disability, religion, sex, or other protected characteristics will not be tolerated.
If you or your child has a disability, medical condition, communication need, or other circumstance that may require an accommodation (including, but not limited to, deaf or hard of hearing, vision impairment, mobility challenges, sensory needs, or other accessibility needs), we encourage you to contact us as early as possible before the event.
Whenever reasonably possible, we will work with families and our community partners to provide appropriate accommodations that allow meaningful participation. Because many of our field trips take place at third-party venues and are coordinated by volunteers, some accommodations may depend on the policies, facilities, staffing, or resources available at the host location.
Requests for accommodations should be submitted in advance whenever possible so that we have adequate time to coordinate with the venue and event coordinator.
We are committed to treating every family with dignity, respect, and compassion while working together to identify reasonable solutions that support participation.
Only service animals permitted by the venue may attend unless an event specifically states that pets are welcome.
Families are responsible for complying with venue rules.
Peaceful Worldschoolers is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings.
Please label personal items whenever possible.
Policies may be updated throughout the year as our community grows and needs change.
The most current version will always be available on our website.
Continued participation constitutes acceptance of the current policies.
By participating in any Peaceful Worldschoolers trips or events, you are acknowledging that you understand and are in agreement with our Behavioral Policy and Code of Conduct.
