The Grade adheres to the Code of Conduct of Schuyler Hall, which sponsors the program. Schuyler Hall is dedicated to providing a safe environment for those who participate in its activities, especially all minors. It does not tolerate physical or sexual abuse on the part of staff, volunteers, or participants, including behavior that is objectively intimidating, physically or verbally. Staff and volunteers do not provide illegal substances to students nor permit their use.

Every adult staff or volunteer submits to a background check, commits to follow a set of behavioral guidelines, and undergoes abuse prevention training. If you are aware of any abusive behavior please report it immediately to the Director of Schuyler Hall, Jeff Pawlick, or in the case of an allegation against the Director, to Justin Reckart, a board member of Schuyler Hall. The Director in conjunction with Schuyler Hall’s Board will promptly investigate and resolve any such complaints or reports.