“We’re Parents Too”

NSPA was created by parents, and parents remain actively involved in day-to-day operations. The safety of children (ours and yours) is our top priority, which is why we enthusiastically adopted the United Methodist Church’s “Safe Sanctuary” policy for all NSPA-sponsored activities.  A summary of the policy is provided below:
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• All adults should be background checked and trained in Safe Sanctuaries procedures around child abuse prevention.
• A minimum of two non-related adults will supervise each group of youth. 
• All adults should be at least 18 years of age and at least 5 years older than the youth being supervised.
• At least one adult at the event should be certified in CPR and First Aid and prepared to provide medical care within the scope of their certification.
• Youth should be checked into and out of the event.

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In addition, all board members and teenage counselors over 16 years of age shall be trained in “Steward of Children” training provided by the Memphis Child Advocacy Center.

COVID-19 Rehearsal Guidlines

• Masks will be required at all times.
  
• Temperatures will be taken at the door with a no-touch thermometer before every rehearsal.
• Actors will not be allowed into rehearsal if their temperature is > 100.4° F
• Mandatory hand washing upon entering the building.
• Hand sanitizer will be provided throughout rehearsal.
• No more than half the cast will be at indoor rehearsal at one time (16 actors or less).
• Distance of 6 ft or more will be enforced, and the floor will be marked off as a reminder.
• Cast members will have assigned areas to place their personal belongings.
• Bathrooms may only be used by one person at a time and all doorknobs, sinks, etc. will be disinfected after use ( NSPA staff responsibility).
• No food/drink is allowed at rehearsal besides a water bottle. (Light snack on 10-3 Saturdays)
• Should a child become sick during rehearsal, they will be moved to the upstairs conference room and the guardian will be contacted.