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    Athletic Code of Conduct

     

    INTRODUCTION

    This material is presented to you because you have chosen to participate in the interscholastic athletic program at Edison High School and your parents have given you their permission. Your interest in this phase of our school program is gratifying.

    Participation in the interscholastic athletic program is a privilege. High standards of conduct are expected for students who choose to be involved. Therefore it is important that you and your parents or legal guardians be aware of the rules and regulations under which you will be given the opportunity to participate. These rules and regulations shall be enforced throughout the calendar year.

     

    GENERAL INFORMATION 

    A quality educational program recognizes the whole person and logically should provide opportunities and activities encompassing both intellectual and physical development. Athletics serve as a means of teaching cooperation, tolerance, team work, healthy habits, sportsmanship and the acceptance of winning and losing. The playing field and gymnasium are considered laboratories where life experiences are learned.

    High School athletics intend to instill healthy habits, self-discipline, self-control, dedication and an avenue through which student athletes learn to interact with other people in a positive manner. With the above information in mind, the Edison High School Athletic Department provides a broad program of activities and wholesale competition with appropriate equipment and facilities.

     

    ELIGIBILITY AND PARTICIPATION RULES 

    The eligibility rules, which apply to student athletes, are in two categories. The Indiana High School Athletic Association, of which Edison High School is a voluntary member, sets one set of regulations. The other regulations are established by the Lake Station Community School Board, Edison High School Administration, the Athletic Department and coaches.

     

     

     

    INDIANA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

    RULE SUMMARY

     

    AGE

    Students whose twentieth birthday occurs before the state final competition shall be ineligible for further competition.

     

    SCHOLARSHIP

     

    To be eligible scholastically, a student must have earned passing grades in at least five (5) subjects the last grading period and must currently be enrolled in at least seven (7) subjects.

     

    CONSENT FORM 

    Before a student athlete may participate or practice with an athletic team, they must have on file in the principal's or athletic directors' office the IHSAA Physical Examination Form. The Physical Examination form must be properly signed by his/her parents or legal guardians, giving permission to participate, and a properly completed physical report signed by a licensed physician indicating that the student is physically able to participate. This form must be renewed each year.

     

    AMATEURISM 

    Students shall not accept remuneration directly or indirectly for athletic participation.

     

    CONDUCT, CHARACTER & DISCIPLINE 

    Student conduct in and out of school shall be such as:

    1. not to reflect discredit upon their school or the Association, or
    2. not to create a disruptive influence on the discipline, good order, moral or educational environment in the school.

    NOTE: It is understood that the principal, by their administrative authority may exclude students from representing their school.

     

     

     

     

    EHS RULES FOR ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION

     

    1. Athletes must have the CONSENT TO ADMINISTER EMERGENCY TREATMENT and ASSUMPTION OF ALL LIABILITY FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT sheet signed and on file before practicing or participating in a sport.
    2. Athletes must be in attendance for one-half of the school day (sign in by the beginning of 4th hour) in order to be eligible to participate or practice on that day. Exceptions would be absences that have been excused by the school administration. The athletic director, the attendance officer, or the principal must grant approval.
    3. Athletes who wish to move from one sport to another during a sport season are permitted to do so only under the following conditions:
      1. An athlete who fails to make a team may try out for another sport upon consent of that sports' coach. The receiving coach must confirm the circumstances prior to the athlete's first practice or participation.
      2. An athlete released from a sport by his/her coach for reasons other than trainingrule violations or academic deficiencies may, upon mutual consent of the varsity coaches involved, join another sport or join the conditioning program of another sport.
      3. An athlete who terminates his/her association with a team is not permitted to try out, practice or join another team unless there is mutual agreement of the varsity coaches involved and the athletic director.

     

     

    EAGLE CODE OF CONDUCT

    All athletes shall abide by the Eagle Code of conduct. In doing so each athlete will earn the honor, respect and participation in which interscholastic athletics affords. Any conduct that brings dishonor to the athlete, the team, or the school will not be tolerated. Acts of unacceptable conduct such as, but not limited to, theft, vandalism, disrespect, immorality, violations of the law, use of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs tarnish the reputation of everyone associated with the athletic programs.

    Participation in the Edison High School Athletic program is a PRIVILEDGE for which students must be willing to accept certain responsibilities. To promote good individual health habits and an environment most conducive to effective athletic performance, the following rules of conduct have been established. These rules are in effect for the entire calendar year. The athletic director, in consultation with the principal, will have the responsibility to administer the Edison Eagle Athletic Code of Conduct.

     

    I. A student MAY NOT use or possess tobacco in any form (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, or snuff)
    Consequences for the violation of this rule will result in the following:

    A. FIRST OFFENSE: The student athlete will be suspended from athletic participation for 40% of the contest season or the remainder of the season if less than 40% of the contest season remains, the percent of the suspension NOT served will carry over to the next contest season. Any violation prior to the beginning of the official IHSAA practice starting date will apply to the next season the student athlete chooses to participate. One half of this suspension will be dropped if the student athlete completes a tobacco education class. Any cost of the above will be at the expense of the student athlete and their parents or legal guardians. Record of completion of a pre-approved program must be on file in the athletic office prior to a reduction in the penalty. If extenuating circumstances occur the athletic director will establish a time line.

    B. SECOND OFFENSE: The student athlete will be excluded from athletic participation for the remainder of his/her high school experience.

     

    II. A student athlete MAY NOT consume or possess alcoholic beverages.
    Consequences for violation of this rule will result in the following action:

    A. FIRST OFFENSE: The student athlete will be suspended from athletic participation for

    40% of the contest season or the remainder of the season if less than 40% of the contest season remains, the percent of the suspension NOT served will carry over to the next contest season. Any violation prior to the beginning of the official IHSAA practice starting date will apply to the next season the student athlete chooses to participate. One half of this suspension will be dropped if the student athlete provides proof of completion in a pre-approved alcohol education program. If extenuating circumstances occur the athletic director will establish a time-line. The cost of the program shall be the responsibility of the student athlete and his/her parents or legal guardians.

    B. SECOND OFFENSE: The student athlete will be excluded from athletic participation for the remainder of his/her high school experience.

     

    III. A student athlete MAY NOT use or possess controlled substances, paraphernalia, or substances represented to be or made to look like controlled substances.
    Consequences for the violation of this rule will result in the following action:

    A. FIRST OFFENSE: The student athlete will be suspended from athletic participation for one calendar year from the date of the offense. The student athlete must show proof of completion of a pre-approved drug education program before reinstatement. The cost of the program will be at the expense of the student and his/her parents or legal guardians.

     

    IV. A student athlete MAY NOT use or posses anabolic steroids in any form (pill or liquid), or paraphernalia used to take anabolic steroids.
    Consequences for the violation of this rule will result in the following:

    A. FIRST OFFENSE: The student athlete will be suspended from athletic participation for one calendar year from the date of the offense. The student athlete must show proof of completion of a pre-approved drug education program before reinstatement. The cost of the program will be at the expense of the student athlete and his/her parents or legal guardians.

    B. SECOND OFFENSE: The student athlete will be excluded from athletic participation for the remainder of his/her high school experience.

     

    V. Hazing - Edison High School does not approve hazing in any manner.
    Consequences – Student athletes guilty of hazing will be disciplined by the coach of that sport and could be suspended from participation and possibly suspended from school.

    VI. A student athlete SHALL NOT engage in activities, which would reflect discredit upon the school, the athletic department, or the community.
    Consequences for engaging in such activities will depend on the severity of the misconduct, as determined by the coach and/or the school administration. The above decision will determine whether the penalty would include suspension from athletic contests or even removal from the team. Continued violation will bring about progressively more severe consequences.

     

    VII. Additional Training Rules and Regulations
    Individual coaches may establish, within the confines of their own program, additional rules and regulations which pertain to such items as practice attendance, tardiness, practice and game conduct, curfews, etc. These rules and regulations shall be reviewed with all team members.

     

    VIII. If a student athlete and his/her parent of guardian voluntarily admits to a Code of Conduct violation to a staff member, guidance counselor, his/her coach, athletic director or an administrator prior to a full investigation, the Athletic Department will waive the suspension if the student athlete and his/her parent or guardian consent to the student enrollment in an approved counseling program as determined by the Athletic Department. This self referral must occur prior to any legal involvement and/or any school initiated investigation.

     

     

    PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING VIOLATIONS

     

    I. A coach or coaches will investigate all reported or alleged rule infractions. If the coach determines that a violation has occurred, they will:

    A. Notify the Athletic Director of the finding.

    B. Notify the athlete and his/her parents of the violation and the penalty.

     

    II. If the student athlete wishes to appeal the case, the appeal should be made in writing to the Athletic Director within seven (7) days. Upon receipt of the appeal the Athletic Director will appoint a three (3) member hearing board which shall consist of a coach from another sport, a school administrator, and a teacher on the Edison High School staff. The hearing will take place within four (4) days of receipt of the written request for a hearing. The suspension will remain in effect pending the findings of the hearing board. The hearing board will hear the facts of the case and make a recommendation to the building principal within two (2) days of the hearing. The principal will review the hearing boards' recommendation and make the final determination. A copy of the determination will be sent to the student, his parents, the Athletic Director, and the coach.

     

     

    OTHER ATHLETIC DEPARMENT POLICIES

    I. Conflicts in extracurricular activities.

    · An individual who attempts to participate in several extracurricular activities will undoubtedly be in a position of a conflict of obligations.

    · Student athletes have a responsibility to do everything they can to avoid these conflicts. This would include being cautious about belonging to too many activities. It also means notifying the faculty sponsors/coaches involved immediately when conflict does arise.

    · When conflict does arise, the sponsors/coaches will work with the student athlete to resolve the issue. If an agreement cannot be reached the principal will make the decision.

     

    II. Equipment

    · School equipment/uniforms issued to the student athlete is his/her responsibility. He/she is expected to keep it clean and in good condition. Loss of any equipment/uniform is the athlete's financial obligation.

     

    III. Travel

    All student athletes MUST travel to and from out-of-town athletic contests in the transportation provided by the athletic department unless the parents or legal guardians have made previous arrangements.

    · Student athletes will remain with his/her squad and under the supervision of the coach when attending away contests.

    · Student athletes that miss the school transportation provided will not be allowed to participate in the contest unless there are extenuating circumstances.

    · Student athlete behavior on school provided transportation should be classroom appropriate.

    · Student athletes will dress appropriately and in good taste.

     

    IV. College recruitment policy

    · In the event a college recruiter should contact an athlete personally, he/she should inform his/her coach as soon as possible.

     

    V. Squad selection

    · Choosing the members of the athletic squads is the sole responsibility of the coaches of those squads.

     

    VI. Lettering

    · Varsity letters will be awarded at the discretion of the head varsity coach in each sport. The requirements for lettering shall be established and reviewed with the student athletes prior to the start of the season. Any student athlete who does not complete the season in good standing will not letter.

     

    VII. Reporting of Injury

    · ALL injuries, which occur while participating in athletics, should be reported to the coach immediately. The coach will report injuries to the trainer and/or send the student athlete to the trainer. The trainer and the coach will work together in the rehabilitation process.

     

    VIII. Locker room regulations

    · Roughhousing, throwing objects, or snapping of towels is not allowed.

    · Hazing is not allowed.

    · All showers must be turned off after use. The last person to leave the shower area is expected to turn off all showers.

    · No one other than coaches and assigned players and managers are allowed in the locker room.

    · No glass containers are permitted in the locker rooms

    · In wet conditions all spiked or cleated shoes must be put on and taken off outside of the locker room. No metal or hard plastic spikes or cleats are allowed in any other part of the school building.

    · IF YOU MAKE A MESS ----- YOU CLEAN IT UP!

     

    IX. Weight room regulations

    · Shirts and shoes are required at all times.

    · No one is to be working out in the weight room alone.

    · All student athletes must be under the supervision of a coach while in the weight room.

    · Weights are to be replaced on racks immediately following use.

    · Student athletes are to know their limits! Work with your coach to determine your limits.

    · Student athletes are to do all lifts correctly. It is better to use lighter weights for correct lifting than heavier weights and risk injury.

    · Student athletes are to warm-up with proper stretching exercises.

    · Food and drink products are prohibited in the weight room.

    · No horseplay or profanity is allowed in the weight room.

    · Report broken equipment immediately. Abuse of equipment will be cause for removal from the weight room.

    · Student athletes are to remember that strength training is not only a supplement to his/her athletic programs, but a highly skilled activity itself.

     

     

    AWARDS

     

    STATEMENT
    All athletes, managers, student staff and student trainers are eligible to earn awards. All awards presented to the students are purchased by the school. Jackets are purchased by the athletes. Awards should not be over-emphasized. In order for an athlete to qualify for an Athletic Award he or she is required to:

    1. Complete the entire season as directed by his/her coach, however, injuries may waive this stipulation.

    2. Must have all athletic equipment/uniforms returned and pay for any missing items.

    3. Attend the awards program; exceptions will be made in case of illness, death in family, etc. The athletic department must be notified prior to the program.

     

    AWARD CRITERIA
    All awards are made on the basis of coaching staff recommendations with the approval of the athletic director and the principal. The coach shall consider the award fulfillment of the following requirements:

    1. Attendance and punctuality at practice

    2. Amount of participation

    3. Successful completion of season

    4. School citizenship, conduct & character

    5. Attitude and cooperation on the team.

    6. Observance of training rules.

     

    INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
    Individual awards or special awards, such as Most Valuable Player, Most Improved, etc. will be given at the discretion of the varsity coach.

     

    AWARD JACKET
    All athletes who receive 2 or more major “E” awards are allowed to purchase an award jacket. Each athlete who has qualified for a jacket must contact the athletic office to receive an authorization letter signed by the athletic director and coaches. This form is then taken to the business where the athlete is going to purchase their jacket. The athlete bears all costs of purchasing the jacket and sewing costs.

     

    BLANKET AWARD
    This award will be issued at the Spring Awards Night to the senior athletes who have accumulated 8 or more Varsity Letters during his/her four high school years.

     

    ATHLETIC SCHOLASTIC AWARD (BOY & GIRL)
    A Scholastic Award will be presented to the senior boy and girl who has participated in athletics for four (4) years, received a major letter in his/her senior year and has the highest grade point index at the end of his/her seventh semester. This award will also be presented at the Spring Awards Night.

     

    OUTSTANDING SENIOR ATHLETE (BOY & GIRL)
    An all-sports award will presented to the most deserving boy and girl at the Spring Awards Night.

    The award will be based on:

    1. Participation – must have competed in at least 2 sports each year

    2. Scholarship – minimum 2.0 GPA by the end of the 7th semester

    3. Citizenship – the student athlete must be in good standing with the school

    POINT SYSTEM:

    · LETTER AWARDS Varsity Letter 5 points

    · Jr. Varsity Patch 3 points

    · Freshman Numerals 1 point

    · ALL CONFERENCE 1st Team 5 points

    · 2nd Team 4 points

    · Honorable Mention 3 points

    · Most Valuable Player 5 points

    · Team Awards Given to members of a Conference, Sectional, Regional, Semi-State or State Championship team. 4 points

    · Special Individual Awards Given for any individual award or recognition (mental attitude, most improved, etc.) that an athlete receives excluding All-Conference and MVP 4 points

    · Citizenship- Given to a student who is not suspended during their high school career (up until awards night) 5 points

    · There will be a loss of 5 points for each negative incident recorded.

     

     

     

    Athlete/Parent Acknowledgment Form

     

     

    To the Athlete:

     

    I hereby acknowledge that I have read the Athletic Handbook and agree to adhere to these policies while participating in athletics at Edison Jr. – Sr. High School.

    I understand that if I violate any part of these policies, I forfeit my right to take part in the Edison Jr. – Sr. High School Athletic Program in accordance with the penalties listed.

    Signature of Athlete:______________________________________________________________

    Date:________________________________________Grade:_____________________________

     

    To the Parent or Guardian: 

    I hereby acknowledge that I have read the Athletic Handbook and approve my child's participation in the Edison Jr. – Sr. High School Athletic Program. I also agree to endorse my child's adherence to these policies.

    Signature of Parent or Guardian:____________________________________________________

    Date:________________________________________

     

    Please return this signed document to the Athletic Department or your coach. Thank you.