Code of Conduct

I realize that while on the ISE program I am representing my country, my community, my school and my family. I will therefore strive to conduct myself in a manner appropriate to being a “good ambassador.” I accept and understand the ISE Code of Conduct as listed below and pledge myself to honor it.

As an ISE Student...

  1. I will commit myself to improving my communication skills in the foreign language and will speak it as much as possible.
  2. I will cooperate with my leader(s) and honor rules that they set for me (e.g. curfews, punctuality, sign-out procedures, behavior in hotels).
  3. I will dress and act appropriately at all times and be sensitive to the impression I am conveying in a culture other than my own; I will refrain from acquiring any tattoo or body piercing.
  4. I will refrain from the use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs; I will not accept or transport any of these.
  5. I will refrain from romantic/sexual involvement of any kind and any behavior leading to it.
  6. For my own safety I agree not to operate any motorized vehicle or be a passenger on any motorcycle.
  7. I will not purchase or carry knives or any other article that may be considered a weapon.

Violation of this Code of Conduct abroad may result in the student being sent home at the parents’ expense.