ORIKI THEATER’S RITES OF PASSAGE PROGRAM Presented in partnership with Eta Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Boys will come, Men will return!

RULES AND STANDARDS

THE PROGRAM (NOVEMBER 2016 – MARCH 2017):

q Sessions: Each session is centered on a theme and includes in-depth conversations and sometimes role-playing facilitated by an adult member of our community. Sessions are held on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

q Independent Projects: Each boy in the program is expected to complete an independent or group project as a requirement for graduation. The projects could range from essays about a hero, to researching their family tree, community service, etc. Time will be reserved for presentation of projects and discussion of the process in February 2017.

q Book Assignment: "Letters to a Young Brother" by Hill Harper is our program’s “Class Book”. Students are expected to read assigned pages before each class session. Life lessons from the book are discussed during class sessions and ALL students are expected to participate. This is a mandatory graduation criterion.

q Community Service: One of the program days will be reserved for community service. All students, mentors and program staff will spend the day providing service at a pre-selected local charity. This is a prerequisite for final Passage.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STUDENT:

q Attend all sessions punctually q Discuss progress with program staff and mentors q Complete any homework or assignments promptly q Show respect to personnel and other participants q Speak courteously during sessions q Maintain proper conduct during sessions q Maintain appropriate dress code, cleanliness and safety habits q Turn off all electronic devices during sessions q Attend closing the Passage Ceremony

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN:

q Attend the kickoff / orientation session q Assure regular and punctual attendance of their children q Check and monitor the progress of their children q Provide supportive action to the child’s growth process q Discuss with program staff or child’s assigned mentor any issues of concern q Help child to plan time and space for completing any homework or assignments q Attend the Parents Sessions q Attend the closing Passage Ceremony

PASSAGE CEREMONY RULES: Participants MUST attend all sessions in order to participate in the final Passage Ceremony. Maximum of two excused absences might be pardoned if a make up activity is arranged for the student. By signing below you affirm that you understand and agree to abide by the above rules and standards. Student Name:_______________________________________ Sign:______________________ Date:___________ Parent/Guardian: ___________________________________ Sign: _____________________ Date :____________