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• I understand that I am joining the Devil Pups Youth Program for America (Devil Pups, Inc.) of my own free will and desire. I know that the training will be challenging, but I will accept it and shall always try to do my best.

• I understand that I am bound to obey all orders and instructions given from time to time by Marine Corps staff, instructors, and Devil Pups staff members that are appointed over me in accordance to the rules and regulations governing the discipline of the Encampment.

• I understand as a Devil Pup in good standing I have the following rights:

  • I will follow the directions to the best of my ability

  • I will be in a safe, drug and tobacco-free environment under the supervision of Adults

  • I will be treated fairly with dignity and respect

  • I will have opportunities to succeed and excel

  • I will report any inappropriate action by other Devil Pups or adults

  • I will receive a copy of my Service Record Book before my graduation

• Devil Pups – Core Values. Every United States Marine upholds the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. These values give Marines their strength, regulate their behavior, and bond them together into a force, like no other capable of overcoming every obstacle and meeting any challenge. The Devil Pups Core values are Discipline, Leadership and Teamwork.

  • Discipline requires the Devil Pups show instant willingness and obedience to the rules of the Devil Pups program, their parent’s rules, and the laws of the land. Discipline also dictates a respect for authority. Devil Pups will:

    • Follow all laws of our government and have respect for our leaders, police and those in charge of us.

    • Follow the rules of the home and of their parents, completing chores, obeying curfews, and assisting in the home when needed.

    • Follow all rules and regulations during the ten days of the Devil Pups encampment

  • Leadership is the art of motivating a group of people to act toward achieving a common goal. A good leader is able to effectively pass on from their leaders all that is expected to be accomplished. A true leaders leads by example. Devil Pups will:

    • Aspire to positively influence the fellow Devil Pups all the time.

    • Accomplish their mission by completing all tasks assigned by their leaders and those in charge of them from their parents, teachers, coaches, Marine Instructors, and Devil Pups adult leaders.

  • Teamwork is co-operation between those working together on a task. To truly understand teamwork, Devil Pups must learn to listen to their leaders and peers, ask questions to ensure complete understanding, persuade their team that they can accomplish the mission, respect those on their team and their suggestions, help those on their team to accomplish the mission, share in the glory and the failures of the team, and participate in the task as a member of the team. Devil Pups will:

    • Always work together to accomplish the mission.

    • Keep their team motivated at all times even when the mission or task is not a popular one.

    • Not grab all the glory for a themselves, but spread it among all team members.

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Devil Pups Code of Conduct

Article I:

I am an American youth, proud of my country and our way of life. I am prepared to dedicate myself to educating others and myself in the history, traditions, and institutions thereof. I will do my best to live by the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment, Discipline, Leadership and Teamwork.

Article II:

I will never let another Devil Pup down of my own accord. If in-charge, I will do my best to ensure the safety and well-being of those for whom I am responsible. I will immediately report any suspicious activity or behavior of an adult.

Article III:

If I am offered drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products, I will politely resist and refuse. I will make every effort to stay clear of situations involving gangs, drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. I will not get involved in the same. I will also aid my friends and schoolmates to stay clear of similar situations.

Article IV:

I will always be loyal to my fellow Devil Pups. I will make no statements nor take part in any action that may bring discredit to Country, family and Devil Pups. If I am the senior Devil Pup present, I will take charge. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those senior to me and support them in every way.

Article V:

When asked about the Devil Pups Program, I will answer questions politely, respectfully and to the best of my ability. If I am asked a question that I do not know the answer to, I will refer the person asking the question to a Liaison Representative or a Devil Pups staff member. I will never give information that I am not certain or nor mislead those who are seeking information about the Devil Pups Program.

Article VI:

I will never forget that I am an American Youth and therefore the future of America, privileged with the freedom won and kept by the blood of those who fought to ensure our freedom. I am responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles that made my country free.