9. Exemplify proper self-control at all times, accepting adverse decisions without public display of emotion or dissatisfaction with the officials or judges. 10. Encourage all to judge the true success of the athletic and activities programs on the basis of the attitude of the participants and spectators, rather than on the basis of a win or loss. Table of Contents Athletic Philosophy and Values – 4 Varsity, Sub varsity and Middle School Programs – 5 Parent/Student Letter Making the Team-What to Expect – 6 Safety and Transportation – 7 CHSAA Transfer Rule – 8 Varsity Lettering Requirements – 9 Athletic Program Requirements and Fees – 10 Training & Personal Conduct Rules – 14 Sportsmanship – 17 Mutual Expectations Regarding Behavior – 18 Communicating Concerns and Complaints – 27 Evaluations – 28
athletes, and parents beginning with the parent meeting. • Be role models in behavior and attitude who teach as well as practice the values stated in the Silverton School District Athletic Philosophy and Values statement. Administrators’ and Teacher’s Expectations of Coaches • Provide truthful, open and honest communication with all parties while respecting confidentiality. • Know and support the Athletic Philosophy and Values statement. • Know and teach the fundamentals of their sport and strive to improve their professional coaching skills. • Know and consistently enforce the rules and regulations (including training rules) of the Silverton School District, League, State, National Federation, and the sport. • Treat all parties with dignity, including players, parents, officials, opponents, spectators, etc. • Supervise their activities until the sport activity is over. • Support other school activities. • Be responsible for the care and security of equipment and facilities. • Be role models and assist in setting reasonable goals for the team and the program. • Be responsible for the overall program, including evaluation of assistant coaches. • Be responsible for organizing and running a preseason parents’ meeting. • Teach the lifelong skills of commitment, hard work, and respect. Expectations of Parents Parents’ Expectations of Themselves As parents, we need to: • Attend season meetings held by coaches in order to better understand the goals of the coach and the cost of the sport program. • Support the efforts of the entire team, not just our child.
• Support the school staff when the staff enforces the athletic regulations. • Encourage their son/daughter as a student athlete to continue the sport throughout the whole season. • Understand that their son/daughter is expected to attend practices or contests. If they are held during vacations, coaches will make these practices known at the beginning of the season. Absences due to appointments or vacations should be kept to a minimum. • Encourage student athlete to take care of athletic equipment and to return it on time to the school after the sports season. Administrators’ Expectations of Parents • Know, understand, and support the Athletic Philosophy and Values statement. • Know and follow the communication procedure and try to resolve any problem at the lowest level possible. • Be supportive of the team and the coaches, and not be critical of officials, opponents, the team, teammates, or coaches. • Be supportive of the district in enforcing the training rules, to be role models for their students and to keep things in perspective. • Provide truthful, open and honest communication with all parties while respecting confidentiality. Expectations of Administrators Administrators’ Expectations of Themselves As administrators, we need to: • Know, understand, and be committed to the Athletic Philosophy and Values statement. • Follow district policies in terms of resolving problems at the lowest possible (usually at the player-coach) level. • Handle problems consistently, efficiently, and effectively through the chain of communication and make sure there is follow-up on the results. • Provide proper supervision, evaluation and training for coaches to ensure that the outcomes of the Athletic Philosophy and Values statement are happening for athletes.
• Be actively involved in following Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) and specific league rules and regulations. • Provide truthful, open and honest communication with all parties while respecting confidentiality. Athletes’ Expectations of Administrators • Encourage students to cheer positively and passionately for fellow students. • Set the limits of appropriate student behavior at athletic events. These should include expectations and regulations required by The Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) specific league rules. These expectations and regulations should be communicated in a timely manner. • See that support of an athletic is free of vulgarity and harassment of officials and participants. Coaches’ Expectations of Administrators • Promote and to enforce the chain of communication. • Know and enforce the of the Silverton School District, League, and State. • Support, on an equitable basis, all athletes and coaches who are involved in athletic programs. • Organize and facilitate the overall athletic program. • Help manage the athletic budget, facilities, and equipment. • Provide job evaluation procedures, and encourage annual in-service programs. • Help manage the training program, training facilities, and communication procedure. Parents’ Expectations of Administrators • Assure support for communication through the appropriate chain of communication. • Provide equipment and facilities which are safe, of quality, and which meet competitive standards. • Have access to rules and standards developed by coaches. • Establish guidelines and standards for employing, evaluating, and retaining coaches. • Encourage and support the development of school spirit and pride. • Evaluate coaches utilizing input from a variety of sources. • Promote the Athletic Philosophy and Values statement and athletic programs. • Provide training opportunities to coaches in the various sport areas. Anti-Hazing and Bullying Policy Hazing Hazing by Silverton School District student athletes is strictly prohibited. Hazing occurs when an act is committed against a student or a student is coerced into committing an act that creates a substantial risk of harm to the student or to any third party in order for the student to be