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Boundaries and Expectations
Definition of Boundaries and Expectations
Having boundaries and expectations means that family, school, and community
expectations are made clear to youth. Positive adult role models are made visible
to and utilized by youth. Youth have high expectations for self.
The Elders Say...
Parents should be good role models for their children.
“Parents are good role models when children see them working together. Parents must 'walk the walk' and also work with your child when necessary or needed.”
Provide stable and consistent parenting, with firm schedules, structures, routines, and responsibilities.
“As a young child I had a regular schedule or routine. I also stress the same schedule or routine to my own children. I and my children went to bed early and were required to do chores. These were for their own good, so they would accept responsibility and accountability. Even when my sons participated in extra-curricular activities they still had to complete their chores. Sometimes they would come home from school, do the dishes, and then run off to practice.”
Provide adequate supervision for children.
“Parents should pay more attention to their kids. I see kids running around out there, they can do anything they want. They bump into people without excusing themselves. Even at powwows they act up and parents don’t tell them to behave.”
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