BOUNDARIES & EXPECTATIONS

Boundaries are important to young people because they give clear messages about what’s expected. By the same token, caring adults who expect young people to do their best help them to learn good judgment. Every day young people face many options and choices. Boundaries and expectations provide young people with the support they need to choose wisely.

There are 6 developmenal assets for Boundaries and Expectations:

Family Boundaries: Family has clear rules and consequences and monitors the young person's whereabouts.

School Boundaries: School provides clear rules and consequences.

Neighborhood Boundaries: Neighbors take responsibility for monitoring young people's behavior.

Adult Role Models: Parent(s) and other adults model positive, responsible behavior.

Positive Peer Influence: Young person's best friends model responsible behavior.

High Expectations: Both parent(s) and teachers encourage the young person to do well.