COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

Youth Theater Collective

Clear communication is essential to a student-led program.

Primary Communication Channels

YTC uses designated platforms for official communication, which may include:

• Email

• A member portal

• Scheduled meetings or rehearsals

Participants and families are responsible for checking these channels regularly.

Response Expectations

• Non-urgent messages will typically receive a response within a reasonable timeframe.

• During production periods, response times may be extended due to rehearsal and performance schedules.

Urgent safety-related concerns should be communicated as soon as possible through designated channels.

Student Communication

Students are encouraged to:

• Communicate directly about their roles and responsibilities

• Ask questions early

• Practice professional, respectful communication

Adults may be included in communication as appropriate.

Parent/Guardian Communication

Parents/guardians are encouraged to:

• Support student independence while remaining informed

• Address concerns respectfully and directly with program leadership

• Avoid using group communication channels for individual issues

Tone & Boundaries

All communication should remain:

• Respectful

• Clear

• Purposeful

Youth Theater Collective does not engage in reactive, public, or confrontational communication.