STUDENT PARTIES
- AN ADULT SHOULD BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES.
Your occasional visibility will keep the party running smoothly; for
example, you may greet the guests, serve snacks, etc.
- ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS SHOULD NOT BE SERVED, ALLOWED, OR BE ACCESSIBLE.
- Be alert to the signs of alcohol or drug use. Unruly guests should be
asked to leave; you may wish to call the teen's parents.
- If anyone brings alcohol, confiscate it and call the parents.
- If anyone arrives at the party under the influence of alcohol or another drug, call the
teen's parent to ensure his/her safe transportation home.
- Do not let a person drive when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- You may be liable for criminal and civil charges if you furnish alcohol or drugs to a
minor (under 21). Local penalties or fines ranging up to $500 and other legal consequences
may result if a parent allows a minor to consume alcohol or other drugs.
- ANYONE WHO LEAVES THE PARTY SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO RETURN.
- This will discourage people from leaving with the intent to drink and/or use drugs and
return to the party.
- ENCOURAGE A MANAGEABLE SIZE GROUP.
POINTS TO CONSIDER:
- Have a guest list to discourage crashers.
- How many adults to supervise? (Recommendation is I adult per 10 guests.)
- Is it indoors or outdoors?
- Is there a way to contain party on your property?
- Is it a mixed group?
- SET GROUND RULES.
- Predetermined starting and ending time.
- Define areas of house or property that are off limits.
- Explain to your teen your position on non-alcohol and non-drug parties.
- Reach an understanding with your teen on how to handle smoking.
- Enter or leave by one door - this helps keep control.
If despite all precautions, things get out of hand, do not hesitate to call the
police department for help.
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