E-227 Children at Blackhawk Technical College Facilities and Functions

For the purpose of this Policy, “children” is defined as minors under the age of 18 who are not enrolled in a college course or program.

See Policy H-240 – Minors on Campus for guidance related to minors who are enrolled in a course or program at any college location.

It is the intent of the College to create and maintain a learning environment that is conducive to the success of Students. Disruption of, or distraction in, that environment is a serious matter in which the good of all Students needs to be considered. Clearly,

having children in this environment interferes with the primary function of the College.

At the College, children should not accompany registered Students, training participants, or Employees to classes, seminars, or other educational activities. If a child is brought to a session by a Student/participant, the Employee is authorized to ask the

Student/participant to leave that session.

If a child is brought to a work assignment by an Employee, the immediate supervisor is authorized to ask the Employee to leave.

Under no circumstances are children permitted to be left unattended on the College premises or at College functions. If a child is left unattended, the Employee should immediately notify the appropriate division or site manager. The division or site manager will proceed with contacting college Security, who will make every attempt to resolve the issue but, if unable to do so, will refer the matter to the proper authorities (i.e., the Sheriff).

This regulation is in no way intended to discourage or prohibit special events, activities, and programs aimed at involving children in the College.