School staff and coaches follow strict boundary guidelines to protect students and maintain professionalism. Common "do not" rules include avoiding one-on- one meetings behind closed doors, sharing personal contact info, giving gifts, or keeping secrets with students.

Typical Guidelines

These are standard boundaries from school policies and athletic associations:

  • Keep doors open or have another adult present when alone with a student.
  • Avoid physical contact beyond high-fives or approved coaching cues.
  • Do not discuss personal or family issues with students.
  • Never transport students alone in personal vehicles.

What Is Not a Guideline

Giving rides to students in a personal vehicle without parental consent or another adult present is NOT a boundary guideline staff should follow. This blurs lines, raises safety risks, and violates most district policies on supervision and accountability. Instead, use school transport or ensure group settings with permission.

Why Boundaries Matter

Blurring lines can lead to misunderstandings, legal issues, or harm. Experts recommend self-checks like: "Would I do this with my own child?" or "How would this look to parents?" Recent NFHS guidance (Jan 2026) stresses audits and parent handbooks for prevention.

Real-World Examples

  • Acceptable : Group team-building at school events with oversight.
  • Unacceptable : Private texts or social media friending students.

TL;DR : Personal rides alone are never a guideline—stick to supervised, public interactions.

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