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Tecumseh Local School District
The Tecumseh Secondary Extracurricular Code
is applicable to all those students who perform, to those trying out for
an organization, to all student support personnel, student trainers and
cheerleaders.
The extracurricular code has been approved
by the Board of Education. The purpose of this booklet is to inform you
and your parents of the rules that are appropriate while you represent
Tecumseh. It is your responsibility as a Tecumseh student to read these
rules and to abide by them.
Extracurricular Code
Revised June 2003
Objectives Of
Interscholastic Athletics
1. To provide an opportunity for
participation to all students who have the interest and ability.
2. To prepare all participants to further
their participation in sports to the fullest extent of their ability.
3. To develop and practice all rules of
good sportsmanship.
4. To develop team morale and unity through
cooperation and sacrifice.
5. To develop spirit, pride and unity
throughout the entire athletic program in both words and actions.
6. To make a positive contribution to
school and community relationships.
7. To stress the importance of academics.
8. To furnish supervision, facilities and
equipment necessary to insure proficiency in all programs.
9. To maintain the highest possible
standards and levels of athletic competition.
10. To promote the values of mental and
physical fitness.
Extracurricular Rules of Conduct
The Extracurricular Code of Conduct in
enforceable year round, which includes all district holidays and
vacations. (24 hours per day, 365 day per year). Once the Athletic
Department has you signature on file the Extracurricular Code of Conduct
is in effect for your entire athletic career in the Tecumseh Local School
District. Your possession of these rules and the fact that you have
signed an acknowledgement of and had these rules reviewed with you by a
school staff member. (coach/advisor/administrator) constitutes a first
warning; no further warnings will be given to you. It is your
responsibility to familiarize yourself with these rules and consequences
of violating them.
Student Responsibilities
Participation in extracurricular activities
is a privilege, not a right. Students who participate in extracurricular activities
are expected to accept the responsibilities that accompany the privilege
of participation by maintaining a high standard of personal conduct in the
areas of sportsmanship, citizenship, ethics, and integrity. A student may forfeit
his/her privilege of participation if he/she cannot follow the
rules and regulations set fourth in the Extracurricular Code of Conduct,
by the Tecumseh Local Board of Education.
Administration Of Athletics
The administration head of each school
(principal) shall be held responsible for all matters which concern
interscholastic contests.
The athletic director represents all
principals in matters concerning the athletic program.
The athletic director or principal must
make all contacts with the commissioner of Ohio Athletics, in reference to
questions concerning the school district.
Tecumseh Extracurricular Code of Conduct
The Tecumseh Extracurricular Code is
applicable to those students who participate in extracurricular
activities.
1. All athletes will abide by all rules and
regulations established by the Ohio High School Athletic Association.
2. You must be in school a minimum of four
hour periods at the high school and a minimum of 250 minutes at the middle
school to participate in any activity. Exceptions to this rule are to be
made by the principal/director of athletics.
3. A student/athlete can participate in
only one sport at a time.
4. Before a student/athlete can participate
in any initial contest, they must participate in eight days of practice
during a two week period of time. If a student/athlete misses more than
ten consecutive days of practice/participation then the student/athlete
will be required to reaccumulate to that activity by participating in eight
days of practice unless released in writing by a physician. The
principal/director of athletics will rule on special situations at the
high school and the principal will rule on such situations at the middle
school level.
5. All participant will be under the direct
supervision of the coach/advisor/administrator to and from all activities.
The only exception would be if a coach/advisor/administrator would release
the participant directly to a parent/guardian of the student.
6. On any trip or activity, members will be
informed by the coach/advisor as to the appropriate dress and conduct.
7. The athletic department will assist in
training student trainers. The athletic trainer will determine the method
of twining student trainers.
8. A disagreement between a student/athlete
and a coach/advisor that cannot be resolved by them should be brought to
the immediate attention of the principal/athletic director. Any further
disagreements will then be subject to the due process format.
9. The length of a sports season shall be
defined as the time span from the first day of organized practice and
terminates when the coach/advisor releases the participant following the
last activity. (Per OHSAA Handbook)
10. Rules found in the current Rule Of
Student Conduct booklet apply to all students at all school sponsored
activities. In addition, the coach/advisor, assistant principal/ director
of student activities or principal may set additional penalties for
unbecoming behavior which may include a verbal or written reprimand or
denial of participation, or removal from a team, or removal from the
athletic department for one calendar year.
Athletic Eligibility
In order to be eligible a student/athlete
in grade 7,8,9,10,11, or 12 must be currently enrolled and must have been
enrolled in school the immediately preceding grading period (nine weeks)
and had received passing grades during that grading period in subjects
that earn a minimum of five credits per year toward graduation.
A student enrolling in the seventh grade
for the first time will be eligible for the first grading period
regardless of pervious academic achievement. A student enrolling in the
ninth grade for the first grading period provided their pervious quarter
GPA is 1.30 grade point average on a 4.0 grading scale.
Students in grades 7-12 will be denied
participation in extracurricular activities if they receive two failing
grades in the previous grading period ( 9 weeks). The student will also be
denied from participating in the activity if during the previous grading
period they have less than a 1.30 grade point average on a 4.0 grading
scale.
Grades 9-12 grade point average will be
calculated on all academic courses as defined in the course catalog.
Grades 7-8 grade point averages will be calculated on all courses
attempted.
Summer school grades earned may not be used
to substitute for failing grades from the last grading period of the
regular school year. Tutoring or examinations to complete the preceding
grading period requirements is permissible, provided that privilege is
accorded to every student and the ability to complete required work on
time is due to an illness or accident or accident verified in writing by a
physician.
Grading period failures render the student
ineligible for the succeeding grading period. Courses which a student
audits and receives no credit do not count toward the 5.0 credit minimum.
A grading period will begin and end as
designated by the annual school calendar as approved by the Tecumseh Board
of Education. The eligibility or ineligibility of a student/athlete, as
determined by quarterly/ or weekly eligibility requirements, continues
until the start of the fall sports season. The first grading period is
considered to have started insofar as this bylaw is concerned.
OHSAA Standards
Senior Athletes must be passing all state
and locally required courses for graduation.
If students enroll in high school attain
the age of 19 before August 1, of a given school year, they shall be
ineligible to participate in the interscholastic athletic program.
If students enrolled in grades 7 or 8
attain the age of 15 before August 1, of a given school year, they shall
be ineligible to participate in the middle school interscholastic program.
Only amateurs are eligible. Student
athletes are ineligible if they receive money or other valuable
consideration for competing in a sport recognized by the OHSAA.
Students must complete and turn in a valid
physical examination form signed by a physician, by the participant, and
by the parent or guardian. Students must also have the following on file;
insurance statements, the inherent risks of injury associated with
participation in the sport or activity form, emergency medical form, and a
signed acknowledgment of the responsibilities of participating in
extracurricular activities before participation in any practice or contest
can take place.
Students must be enrolled in school not
later than the fifteenth day after the beginning of each semester.
Students are ineligible if they participate
in OHSAA unapproved or unsanctioned camps, clinics, independent teams,
all-star teams, or regular practice sessions out of season.
Students must be enrolled in school no
later than the fifteenth day after the beginning of each semester.
Students are ineligible if they participate
in OHSAA unapproved or unsanctioned camps, clinics, independent teams,
all-star teams, or regular practice sessions out of season.
These eligibility rules cover the most
common areas. Obviously the district will follow all rules and regulations
of the school, conference, and the Ohio Athletic Association.
Athletic Training Rules And Regulations
The Tecumseh Local School District believes
that the most important goal of the interscholastic athletic program is to
provide every participant the opportunity to grow mentally, morally,
physically and emotionally. To assure that the program can provided these
opportunities, a degree of self-discipline involves compliance with rules
and regulations concerning personal behavior. Rules promote order and
safety and assists participants to reach maximum performance potential.
"Athletes" for the purpose of
these rules and regulations shall be defined as those students who
identify themselves as such by membership and participation in an
interscholastic activity in the Tecumseh Local School System. While
involved in such participation, the good name of the athlete and the
school depend upon responsible action on the part of the student. We
believe that the athlete has a strong influence in the community, the
school and among fellow students. We feel that good habits of health,
behavior and scholarship are important to the school and it's athletic
program.
Behavior
Consequences for
violations of the rules and regulations may result in any or all of the
following consequences:
- Verbal or written reprimand
- Probation
- Denial of participation
- Removal from a team
- Removal from the athletic department for one calendar year
- Criminal charges
- Restitution
Consequences may be carried over to another season, school year, from
junior high to high school, not to exceed one calendar year. These consequences
will be determined by the coach/advisor, athletic director/principal.
A. All athletes are expected to behave in a manner which reflects
positively on the school and their team. Due to the broad range of
potential infractions, the following offenses are examples of punishable
infractions without being a exhaustive list. Behavior which reflects negatively
would include such offenses as:
- Repeated truancy from school or class.
- Illegal possession or destruction of school or athletic property or
equipment.
- Acts of vandalism or abuse of persons or property.
- Involvement in activities or behavior which would constitute hazing.
- Repeated infractions of school rules, team rules or chronic incorrigible
profanity.
- Abusive or disrespectful language actions, gestures or profanity.
- Behavior, attitude, or unsportsmanlike conduct at or during athletic|
contests, practice sessions, or school sponsored events.
- Abusive or disrespectful language actions, gestures or profanity.
- Sexual misconduct, harassment, or exhibitionism.
B. Athletes engaging in criminal activity or violations or civil
law; recognizing the varying degrees of severity of violations (
misdemeanors vs felony) consequences for involvement may result in a minor
reprimand to removal from the athletic department for one calendar year,
depending upon the nature of the offense. An athlete does not have to be
convicted in a court of law in order for consequences to be carried out.
Remember, athletics are a privilege not a right. Consolation between the
coach, athletic director and principal will be conducted before a
consequence is issued.
C. If an athlete participating in "sport A" either quits
the team or is denied participation for a violation, he/she is not
eligible to join or try out for "sport B" until all the other
members of "sport A" are also eligible. The athlete will also
not be allowed to participate in out of season activities of another sport
until the members of "sport A" are finished with their
season. If an athlete is "cut" from the team before the regular
season begins and not because of a violation, he/she will be eligible for
"sport B".
D. Athletes, cheerleaders or other team members under
suspension from school (in school/out of school) are not allowed to
participate in practice or game competition during this period of time. A
student athlete may resume participation immediately following the
completion of this time.
E. These rules and regulations are minimum standards. Individual
coaches may have additional rules which must be approved by the athletic
director prior to implementation.
F. All forms issued by the athletic department for participation in
a given activity must be signed and returned to the coach before
participation can begin.
G. All school issued equipment must be returned to the
coach/athletic director prior to the awards program. If equipment is not
returned, any and all awards earned by the student will be withheld as
will the student's report card, until such equipment is returned or
restitution has been made. Students participating in athletics will be
charged the replacement cost or any unreturned or damaged item.
H. Commitment to High School or Junior High Team - When
participating in interscholastic athletics, we expect student-athletes to
attend all practices and contests during their season. Vacations are not
encouraged during a sports season. The head coaches team rules will
prevail in the event of such missed practices or contests.
I. During the sports season your school team's activities shall
take precedence over all select or non-school related athletic programs.
Substance Use
(Violations in this area are cumulative. Junior
High students start over when they enter the high school. However, if a
consequence from an infraction at the junior high level has not been fully
completed, the consequences will be carried over to the high school.
A. The possession or use of tobacco
products is strictly prohibited 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Consequences: An athlete involved with a substance/alcohol violation will
be immediately denied participation until a decision is made. The contests
that may have been missed will count towards consequences.
1st Time Offense:
In Season - An athlete found in violation of this code will be
denied participation in 10% of the scheduled contests. An athlete in
violation of this code will need to enroll in a tobacco or substance
awareness program approved by the school. Any cost incurred will be the
responsibility of the athlete and/or parents/guardians. If the athlete is
not enrolled in a tobacco or substance awareness program, after serving
the 10% denial of participation consequences, the denial of participation
will continue until the athlete is enrolled. If the athlete does not
complete the program, the athlete will be denied participation immediately
from all athletic programs until completion of the tobacco or substance
awareness program. ( Possible number of contests to
be denied, High School 10%: Baseball/Softball 3, Basketball 2, Cross
Country 2, Football 1, Golf 2, Soccer 2, Tennis 2, Track 2, Volleyball 2,
Wrestling 2pts. Junior High 10%: Basketball 1, Cross Country 1, Football
1, Track 1, Volleyball 2, Wrestling 1 pt. or next scheduled match. The
consequences are consecutive not selective.)
Out of Season - An athlete found in violation
of this code will be denied participation in 10% of the scheduled contests
for the next chosen sport of the athlete. The athlete needs to complete
the next chosen sport season or the denial will carryover to the next
chosen sport, and so on, until the athlete completes a full sports season.
The athlete in violation of this code will need to enroll in a tobacco or
substance awareness program, approved by the school. Any cost incurred
will be the responsibility of the athlete and/or parents/guardians. If the
athlete is not enrolled in a tobacco or substance awareness program, after
serving the 10% denial of participation consequence, the denial of
participation will continue until the student is enrolled. If the athlete
does not complete the program, the athlete will be denied participation
immediately from all athletic programs until completion of the tobacco or
substance awareness program. ( Possible number of
contests to be denied, High School 10%: Baseball/Softball 3, Basketball 2,
Cross Country 2, Football 1, Golf 2, Soccer 2, Tennis 2, Track 2,
Volleyball 2, Wrestling 2pts. Junior High 10%: Basketball 1, Cross Country
1, Football 1, Track 1, Volleyball 2, Wrestling 1 pt. or next scheduled
match. The consequences are consecutive not selective.)
2nd Time Offense:
In Season - An athlete found in violation of this code will be
immediately removed from the team for the remainder of the season. An
athlete may try out for the next sports season provided the athlete is
enrolled in a tobacco or substance awareness program, approved by the
school. Any cost incurred will be the responsibility of the athlete and
or/parents/guardians. If the athlete is not enrolled in a tobacco or
substance awareness program the denial of participation will continue
until the athlete is enrolled. If the athlete does not complete the
program, the athlete will be denied participation immediately from all
athletic programs until completion of the tobacco or substance awareness
program.
Out of Season - An athlete found in violation of this code will be
denied participation in 30% of the scheduled contests for the next chosen
sport of the athlete. The athlete needs to complete the next chosen sports
season or denial will carryover to the next chosen sport, and so on, until
the athlete completes a full sports season. The athlete in violation of
this code will need to enroll in a tobacco or substance awareness program
approved by the school. Any cost incurred will be the responsibility of
the athlete and/or parents/guardians. If the athlete is not enrolled in a
tobacco or substance awareness program, after serving the 30% denial of
participation consequence, the denial pf participation will continue until
the athlete is enrolled. If the athlete does not complete the program, the
athlete will be denied participation immediately from all athletic
programs until completion of the tobacco or substance awareness program. (Possible
number of contests to be denied, High School 30%: Baseball/Softball 8,
Basketball 6, Cross Country 5, Football 3, Golf 5, Soccer 5, Tennis 6,
Track 5, Volleyball 7, Wrestling 6pts (if the 6th point starts a
tournament the athlete will miss the whole tournament). Junior High 30%:
Basketball 4, Cross Country 4, Football 2, Track 4, Volleyball 5,
Wrestling 4 pts. (if the 4th point starts on a tournament the athlete will
miss the whole tournament). The consequences are consecutive not
selective.)
3rd Offense and Subsequent Infractions:
In Season - Any athlete violating the tobacco policy for the
third time or subsequent times will be denied participation for one
calendar year from the date of the violation for all activities sponsored
by the athletic department.
Out of Season - Any athlete violating the tobacco policy for the
third time or subsequent times will be denied participation for one
calendar year from the date of the violation for all activities sponsored
by the athletic department.
B. Possession, use, misuse or sale of any prescription drug or
illegal drug such as but not limited to: narcotic drugs, hallucinating
drug, amphetamine, steroids, barbiturate, marijuana, inhalant, alcoholic beverage,
intoxicant or drug paraphernalia of any kind is strictly prohibited 24
hours a day, 365 days a year. Athletes hosting a party where alcohol or
other controlled substances are being unlawfully consumed, shall also be
considered in violation.
C. Look -Alike/Counterfeit Drugs - No athlete shall directly or
directly represent any counterfeit controlled substance as an illegal,
controlled, or prescription substance. In addition, no athlete shall
possess, consume, make, sell, offer to sell or deliver any substance known
or not known to be a counterfeit drug at anytime 24 hours a day, 365 days
a year.
Consequences: An athlete involved with a substance/alcohol
violation will be immediately denied participation until a decision is
made. The contests that may have been missed will count towards the
consequence.
1st Time Offense:
In Season - An athlete found in violation of this code will be immediately
removed from the team for the remainder of the season. An athlete may try
out for the next sports season provided an assessment, from an agency
approved by the school, has been scheduled and there is follow through of
the recommendations of the assessment. Any cost incurred for the
assessment and/or follow through treatment is the responsibility of the
athlete and/or parents/guardians. Any athlete not completing the
recommended treatment will be immediately removed from the athletic
program until treatment is completed.
Out of Season - An athlete found in violation of this code will be
denied participation in 30% of the scheduled contests for the next chosen
sport of the athlete. The athlete needs to complete the next chosen sports
season or denial will carryover to the next chosen sport, and so on, until
the athlete completes a full sports season. The athlete in violation of
this code will need to enroll in a tobacco or substance awareness program
approved by the school. Any cost incurred will be the responsibility of
the athlete and/or parents/guardians. If the athlete is not enrolled in a
tobacco or substance awareness program, after serving the 30% denial of
participation consequence, the denial pf participation will continue until
the athlete is enrolled. If the athlete does not complete the program, the
athlete will be denied participation immediately from all athletic
programs until completion of the tobacco or substance awareness program. (Possible
number of contests to be denied, High School 30%: Baseball/Softball 8,
Basketball 6, Cross Country 5, Football 3, Golf 5, Soccer 5, Tennis 6,
Track 5, Volleyball 7, Wrestling 6pts (if the 6th point starts a
tournament the athlete will miss the whole tournament). Junior High 30%:
Basketball 4, Cross Country 4, Football 2, Track 4, Volleyball 5,
Wrestling 4 pts. (if the 4th point starts on a tournament the athlete will
miss the whole tournament). The consequences are consecutive not
selective.)
2nd Offense and Subsequent Infractions:
In Season - Any athlete violating the substance use policy for
the second time or subsequent times will be denied participation for one
calendar year from the date of the violation for all activities sponsored
by the athletic department.
Out of Season - Any athlete violating the substance use policy for
the second time or subsequent times will be denied participation for one
calendar year from the date of the violation for all activities sponsored
by the athletic department.
Denial of Involvement - If any athlete denies their involvement in
a tobacco, alcohol, substance related situation and is later found to have
been involved, they will lose their athletic eligibility for one calendar
year, regardless of which offense this might be.
Participation Information
The Tecumseh Local School Board of
Education assumes no legal or financial responsibility in providing
student accident insurance. Students shall have proof of medical insurance
coverage before being permitted to participate in athletics/activities.
All student athletes must have a valid
Tecumseh extracurricular agreement card on file each school year in the
athletic directors office prior to participation in any contest or event.
Only one valid card signed and dated by student/athlete and the
parent/guardian is necessary for any activity and all activities for the
school year.
Medical Release Forms
Every student/athlete must have a medical
release form (physical card) on file with the athletic office or
coach/advisor prior to participating in any extracurricular activity. All
such forms are effective for one calendar year. It is the responsibility
of the student/athlete and their parent/guardian to insure that such
information is current and released to the school.
Ten Principles for Parenting an
Athlete
1. Be positive with your student/athlete.
Let them know they are accomplishing something positive simply by being
part of a team.
2. Avoid offering excuses for the
student/athlete if they are not playing or seeing only limited action. Encourage
them to work hard, reach their potential and contribute to the team's
effort.
3. Open criticism of the coach is
detrimental to your child's experience. By openly criticizing the coaches,
your student/athlete becomes trapped between the coach's authority and the
parent's criticism. This situation merely erodes the athlete's
effectiveness and affects their contributions to the team effort.
4. Encourage and support your
student/athlete's efforts to follow the team rules and athletic code. This
is a year-round responsibility and not limited to the athletic season.
5. Emphasize the importance of academics
and understand the academic requirements necessary for participation in
interscholastic athletic activities. With few exceptions, most
student/athletes do not receive athletic scholarships. Their future as an
active, contributing citizen is determined by their academic abilities,
not their high school athletic abilities.
6. Criticizing or showing envy in relation
to the failure or successes of other student/athletes displays
inappropriate behavior to others. Most are trying their hardest on any
given day and they deserve respect for their efforts. Living your life
vicariously through your student/athlete puts undo pressure on all
concerned. Remember, a sport is a game and is supposed to be fun.
7. The coaches work with the athletes on a
regular basis and they have had the opportunity to evaluate the athlete's
strengths and weaknesses objectively. Focus your energy toward being a
supporter of the team and do not waste it tearing the team down. Remember,
every team is composed of three groups; athletes, coaches, parents. Be a
positive part of the team.
8. Emphasize good sportsmanship with your
student/athlete. Win or lose, they must show respect for their opponent
and demonstrate the maturity necessary to show class. In addition,
encourage your student/athlete to respect the authority of the officials.
Remember, self-respect begins with self-control. 9.
Emphasize that "team" must take precedence over the individual.
Recognition of an individual's contributions happens at the end of the
season. Recognition is directly affected by the success of the team and
the individual's contributions to the team's success. Remember, there is
no "I" in the word team. 10.
The lessons learned through athletic competition are lessons for life. The
skills learned are for leisure in the future. Keep sport in perspective. For
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Acknowledgement of Extracurricular Code I acknowledge having
received a copy of the Extracurricular Code; having the Code reviewed
with me by school personnel; being instructed to read and study the Code
and; being told to share this with my parents for their review and
general information.
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Student Name - Printed
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Student
Signature
Date
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Coach/Advisor
Signature
Date
I acknowledge having seen and/or reviewed my
son/daughter's Extracurricular Code. I am aware that the Code has been
approved by the Board of Education.
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Parent/Guardian
Signature
Date
This acknowledgement is to be completed and
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