BPN's policy about the language and tone is intended to provide a friendly, supportive forum for parents while also protecting unpopular opinions and preserving individual style and expression.
Moderators may reject or edit posts that they decide do not conform to this policy, at their sole discretion.
- Be polite to your fellow parents, including the BPN moderators
- Use a respectful, neutral tone when you disagree with someone or post a negative review
- No name-calling
- No gossip
- No provocative or inflammatory language
- Stay within "Bay Area norms" for acceptable swear words used in public