Parents Code

Parents Code

We feel the parents play a vital role = in the development of student athletes, therefore, we as coaches believe in the following:

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Be a positive role model through your own actions to make sure your child has the best athletic experience possible.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Be a "team" fan, not a "my kid" fan. =

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Weigh what your children say; they will tend to slant the trut= h to their advantage.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Be respectful of all official's decisions. <= /p>

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Don't instruct your children before or after a game, because it may conflict with the coach's plans and strategies.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Praise student-athlete in their attempt to improve themselves = as students, as athletes and as people.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the contest.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by eit= her team.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Help your child learn that success is oriented in the developement of a skill, and should make a person fee= l good about themselves, win or lose.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; If you as a parent have a concern, take time to talk with coac= hes in an appropriate manner including proper time and place. Be sure to follow= the designated chain of command.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Please reinforce our drug and alcohol free policies by refrain= ing from the use of any controlled substances before and during athletic contes= ts.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Remember that a ticket to a school athletic event is a privile= ge to observe the contest.

Coaches Code

As a professional educator and leader, the high school Coach or Athletic Director will:

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Exemplify the highest moral character as a role model for young people.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Recognize the individual worth and reinforce the self-image of each team member.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Encourage and assist team members to set personal goals to ach= ieve their highest academic potential.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Create a set of training rules for athletes which reflects the positive values of abstaining from the use of drugs, alcohol a= nd tobacco.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative, and good judgment in each team member.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Communicate and interpret program goals and objectives to pare= nts and community.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Provide a safe environment for practice and competition. =

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Gain an awareness of the importance of prevention, care and treatment of athletic injuries.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Respect the integrity and judgment of the game official. =

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Teach and abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spir= it.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Build and maintain ethical relationships with Coaches and administrators.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Strive for excellence in coaching skills and techniques through professional improvement.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Promote personal fitness and good nutrition.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.

&m= iddot; = &nb= sp; Encourage a healthy respect for the overall athletic program a= nd its vital roles in education.