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other parent has a lawyer, the other parent’s lawyer, in writing during this

ten-day period. If neither parent gives notice to the other (or to the other’s

lawyer) during the ten-day period, then this Plan becomes final and

enforceable as between the parents.

Being on Time. Both parents understand that they have the responsibility

to be on time. If either parent will be late for some reason, or will be

unable to either visit with the child(ren) on time or provide visitation with

the child(ren) on time, such parent shall notify the other parent as soon as

possible of the delay. Both parents understand that fifteen (15) minutes is

a reasonable time for a parent to wait in order to pick up or return the

child(ren).

Scheduling Activities. One parent may not plan or schedule activities

during the parenting time of the other parent without reasonable notice to

and consent of the other parent.

Child(ren)’s Events. Both parents shall inform each other, reasonably in

advance, of all events where a parent may participate in the child(ren)’s

activities or events (i.e., school plays, athletic events, teacher

conferences, music recitals, and the like). Notice shall be provided in

such a way that the other parent has the maximum opportunity to attend

that activity or event.

Permanent Changes. This Plan may be changed by mutual, written

agreement of the parents. Both parents understand that any permanent

changes must be approved by the Court to be binding and enforceable.

PARENTING RESPONSIBILITIES AND COOPERATION

The parent with legal and physical custody of the child(ren), (custodial parent)

shall have the final say in the choices regarding the child(ren)’s education, religious

upbringing and medical needs. Recognizing, however that it is important that both

parents participate and cooperate with each other to bring up the child(ren) in a loving,

stable environment, the custodial parent shall, in an effort to encourage this

environment, notify the noncustodial parent at a meaningful time in advance of any

decision regarding enrollment in school, the beginning of participation in religious

activities, and the beginning of health care involving the child(ren) in order to learn the

noncustodial parent’s wishes in these matters. The parents shall freely discuss these

three areas with one another in an effort to reach an agreement on these issues. In the

event the parents cannot agree, the custodial parent shall have the final voice in these

matters.

The child(ren)’s best interests require the utmost cooperation between the

parents. To this end, neither parent shall talk badly about or in any way be negative

about the other parent in front of the child(ren) or in any activity or communication

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