Participation by students in out of school activities is optional with the individual school. While there is no intent to refuse to cooperate with agencies sponsoring worthwhile activities, there is very definitely a desire to keep such cooperation within reasonable bounds. The following will apply:

1. The primary educational aim of the school and the need and interest of the students must be a consideration at all times.
2. The participation in the project will not deprive students of time needed in acquiring basic skills.
3. The regular schedule will not be interrupted unless the majority of the students benefit through their participation.
4. Neither an individual nor the school as a whole shall be permitted to use school time in working on community sponsored projects unless such an undertaking is contributing to the educational program.
5. All materials or activities initiated by private sources shall be judged on grounds of their (a) direct contribution to educational values; (b) factual accuracy; and (c) good taste. Students competing in Olympic or national competition may request a one period release program. This limited release program is intended to assist students who must spend an unusually large amount of time in developing the identified skill.

Consideration shall be given in all cases to protect students and teachers against unreasonable added work and responsibilities.