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Athletics
Philosophy of Youth Programs
The purpose of the Lake Forest Recreation Department’s Youth Athletic Programs is to provide young people with a safe
and enjoyable athletic experience with an emphasis on sportsmanship and fair play. All participants will be instructed
in the fundamental skill of the sport including positioning, rules, and basic strategy. Every player is given an equal
opportunity to participate in games and practices as well as the chance to play various positions. No participant
shall, based on race, sex, national origin, or disability, be denied equal access to programs, services, or activities.
All players will be assured of playing at least 50% of each game with regular practice attendance (except tackle
football). Practice = Play.
Participants and spectators are expected to always exhibit appropriate behavior. Guidelines have been established to
ensure safe and enjoyable programs. Additional rules may be developed for particular programs as deemed necessary
by staff. “We honor the game here.”
CODE OF CONDUCT GUIDELINES CONSEQUENCES
For Program Participants, Spectators, and Employees:
The goal of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department is to provide positive experiences in
which all individuals are welcome and treated with respect, sensitivity, and fairness. The Lake Forest
Parks and Recreation Department offers its programs and services to all individuals on an equal
basis regardless of age, race, religion, sex, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. 1. First Incident: Verbal warning given.
2. Second Incident: Written warning; if
a minor, then parent or guardian is
contacted and must sign written warning.
Participant must sit out of
the activity for a day.
3. Third Incident: Participant is suspended
or expelled from the program or facility.
If a minor, parent will be required to sign
suspension notice.
The Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to restrict, suspend, expel or
deny participation in any program or service to any person whose behavior materially interferes
with or disrupts the quality or the enjoyment of other participants or the ability of staff to conduct or
manage the activity or facility.
SPECTATORS
Spectators play an important role in youth programs. Children learn best by example. Good
sportsmanship and support by the spectators are expected. Spectators must follow the same Code
of Behavior guidelines as participants. Failure to follow these guidelines will result in possible
expulsion from the program area.
Unacceptable Behaviors include but are not limited to:
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Use of abusive language or language that is demeaning to others
Use of physical force against participants or employees
Disrespect towards other participants or employees
Damage to or inappropriate use of property, equipment or facility
Behavior that is disruptive or against the law
Any other behavior that the Recreation Staff feels is inappropriate or dangerous
If an employee, Personnel Guidelines
will be enforced.
The severity of the incident or incidents will
dictate the severity of the consequences
and the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation
Department reserves the right to determine
the amount of refund, if any.
NORTHERN SUBURBAN SPECIAL RECREATION ASSOCIATION (NSSRA)
NSSRA serves over 1,800 individuals with disabilities through our traditional and
cooperative programs. Participants range in age from preschoolers, youth and teens
through young adults, adults and seniors. Programs are offered at park district facilities,
schools and other locations throughout the northern suburbs.
NSSRA’s Inclusion support option provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity
to enjoy full participation in partner agency programs while receiving the individualized one-on-one support they need to succeed.
Through its programs and services, NSSRA removes the barriers that might prevent an individual with disabilities from full participation
in the fun and richness of experience that life has to offer. For information on Inclusion services or to make arrangements for
accommodation, contact City of Lake Forest’s NSSRA Inclusion Liaison, Joe Mobile, at 847.810.3941 or [email protected].
LET’S ALL TRY TO KEEP THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE!
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