Parents & Guardians
Expectations
Parents will communicate fairly and openly with coaches by:
1. Communicating openly, honestly, and with respect.
2. Communicating issues and concerns in a timely manner including those of physical
and emotional well-being on behalf of their student.
3. Following an appropriate chain of communication such as:
I. Parent and Coach/Assistant Coach
II. Parent and Athletic Director
III. Parent/Principal/Superintendent
4. Attending parent meetings and reading information disseminated by the coaches.
The parents will demonstrate good sportsmanship by displaying the following
behaviors:
1. Providing support for coaches and officials in order to provide a positive, enjoyable
experience for all student athletes.
2. Understanding the game is for the students and not for the adults.
3. Recognizing that student participation in athletics is a privilege.
4. Using good sportsmanship as a spectator and conduct themselves in a manner that
reflects well on both the team and the school.
5. Promoting the team by being supportive and helpful of the school program.
6. Refraining from coaching their student from the stands or sidelines.
7. Expecting consistent student attendance at practices and games.
The parents will create a positive and supportive environment to promote their
student/athlete's well-being by:
1. Supporting healthy life style habits.
2. Placing the emotional and physical well-being of their student ahead of any personal
desire to win.
3. Expecting their student to play in a safe and healthy environment.
4. Supporting their student in planning how to meet their academic responsibilities
given the demands of training and practice.
5. Being a role model for other parents by remaining positive at sporting events.
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