New UlmEagles

2014-2015

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2014-2015

Activities Meeting

Students CoachesParents Advisors

Contact Information

*High School Principal: Mark Bergmannmbergmann@newulm.k12.mn.us

*Activities Director: Chad Eischenscesichens@newulm.k12.mn.us

*Activities Secretary: Laura Battlbatt@newulm.k12.mn.us

Activities Office: 507-359-8426

Minnesota State High School

League

BYLAW 205

Chemical Eligibility

A student may not at anytime; consume or have in possession alcohol, tobacco,

controlled substances, and/or drug paraphernalia.

MSHSL BYLAW 206

Students must abide by

ISD 88 & MSHSL

Student Code of Conduct:

* No Weapons, Fighting, or Threats

* No Harassment of ANY kind

* Including social media, text, etc.

* No Bullying

* No Excessive Absences or Truancy

* No Display of Unsportsmanlike Conduct

It is the responsibility of students and parents to review the Activities

Handbook prior to participation.

Student Code of Conduct

MSHSL Bylaw 209Sexual/Racial/Religious Harassment

*Any Harassment towards another students or staff member will result in a Code of Conduct Violation.

*Harassment of any kind is prohibited by ISD 88 and the MSHSL

*Harassment can take place in multiple forms: physical, verbal, written, etc.

Penalties:1st Offense

*2 games or 2 weeks whichever is greater

2nd Offense

*6 games or 3 weeks whichever is greater

3rd or Subsequent Offense

*12 games or 4 weeks whichever is greater

Student Suspension Guidelines:

* Students must attend practice

* Students may NOT sit on the bench during games, wear their uniform, or use school transportation to away events

* Student cannot serve penalty if suspended from school

* If student participates in a fine art activity and a sport, the penalty must be served in each

*More than one penalty can be invoked per violation

ISD 88 and MSHSL Penalties for Violations

* Academics 1st, Athletics/Fine Arts 2nd

* You represent our school and our community

* Participation is an honor and privilege, not a right

* Each student will display positive sportsmanship at all times

* Adhere to the MSHSL Code of Conduct at all times, year round

StudentHandbook and

Policies

Spectator Conduct

* It’s imperative to encourage your student athlete/fine artists, be supportive

*Practice good sportsmanship at ALL times

*Only cheer in a positive manner and never against your opponent, coach, advisor, players, or officials

Violation of Spectator Code of Conduct

* Violation of the spectator code of conduct may lead to loss of privilege to attend any school related activity

* Length of time is subject to determination by ISD 88 administration

* For additional information please refer to the Activities Handbook

Spectator Responsibility

Paperwork1. All paperwork must be turned in

prior to participation (including practice):A. Physical documentation

B. MSHSL Eligibility Form

C. Emergency Form

D. Registration Form

E. Fee

2. Other Expectations:A. Attend preseason activities meeting

with a parent/guardian

B. Attend preseason coaches meeting with parent/guardian

C. Attend concussion training, complete concussion management test, and sign concussion test waiver

First Day of Grades 9-12 athletics is Monday, August

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$$$ FEES $$$

Athletic FeesA. High School = $200

B. Junior High = $100a) Football

b) Volleyball

c) Girls Tennis

d) Soccer (Grades 7-12)

e) Cheer

**Junior High athletes that move up are required to pay

the high school fee

***Please review refund policy in activities handbook

Fine Arts Fees:

1. Pops Choir = $70

2. Payne Street = $70

3. Jazz Band = $70

4. Knowledge Bowl = $70

5. Math League = $70

6. Math Counts = $37

7. Mock Trial = $70

8. HS Musical = $100

9. HS Play = $100

10.JH Play = $70

11.Speech =$100

12.HS One Act = $70

13.JH One Act = $50

Student Attendance1. Students must be in class by the start of

4th hour to participate in a contest

2. Students must be in class by the start of 1st hour proceeding a contest to participate in the next contest

3. Students may participate in a contest with a pre-approved absences (verification is required)

4. Students skipping class may NOT participate in the contest

5. Students marked tardy may participate in the contest

Transportation

1. Students must follow all rules and guidelines set forth by NUBL

2. Students must ride the bus to all events unless prearranged with Activities Director or High School Principal

3. Students are expected to ride the bus home following a contest, unless a parent has signed the transportation waiver

a. The waiver must be given to the coach/advisor the day of the contest

4. Students will only be released to a parent/guardian, NO EXCEPTIONS

5. Students must wait for ride home on the Garden Street entrance

6. Coaches/Advisors may NOT leave until all students are picked up

7. Parents/Guardians must be timely picking up students

Grade Check* Student First, Athlete Second

*Grades will be checked every 3 weeks for HS students (and JH Students playing at varsity level)

* Students failing will not participate in any contests until the next grade check

* Students will not be declared eligible until the coach/advisor is notified by the Activities Office or HS principal

* JH students will not be eligible for contest participation if failing

* JH students grades will be checked weekly

* JH students will not be eligible for participation until all teachers have cleared the student

* JH student will not be eligible until the Guidance Office notifies the Activities Office, in turn, the Activities Office will notify the coach/advisor

If in doubt, get

help!

* Student must serve detention prior to attending practice or contests

• Detention is from 3:10-4:10 p.m.

• Students have one week to serve detention, and they are expected to serve detention in a timely manner

• Students may receive additional penalties from their coach/advisor (rules will be established by the coach/advisor prior to the start of the season)

• If a student does not serve detention in one week, he/she will be suspended from practice and/or contests until the detention is served

Detention

Lockers

*Keep the locker rooms clean and organized

*Respect the property of the school district and others (home and away)

*A lock will be provided to students by their coach, and it must be returned at the end of each season

*Remember to lock up all valuables

*Get in and Get out: the locker rooms are occupied by multiple teams – Don’t waste time

Participants1.Talk with your coaches

and advisors, let them know if you are struggling with something, and ask what you can do to get better

2.Do not question playing time or participation time

3.Let your coaches know well in advance if you will miss practice or games/events

Parents1. Talk with your child and

always be positive

2. Keep positive and open lines of communication with the coaches and advisors

3. Select appropriate times to talk with the coaches and advisors (not before or during practices and not before, during, or after events)

4. If need be, contact me and we can discuss having an encompassing meeting

Communication

Additional Student Responsibility

1. Uniforms are the responsibility of the student athlete or fine artist

A. If they are damaged or lost the student and his/her parent will be charged replacement costs

2. Respect all of the equipment and facilities both at school and away events

A. Remember, you always represent our school and community

B. Student athletes/artists and his/her parents will be responsible for the replacement of any equipment purposely destroyed or due to lack of responsibility

C. Only water is allowed in the gym

3. Clean up after yourself both at school and away events

A. Pick up water bottles after practices and events

B. Pick up extra clothing

C. Leave it better than you found it

Why are Extracurricular Activities valuable?

1. Leadership skills2. Social skills – stronger relationships with peers

& teachers3. Teamwork4. More academically motivated5. Higher levels of school engagement &

educational aspirations6. Exposure to new & real-world activities7. Reduction in student drop-out rates8. Reduction in students being involved in criminal

offenses9. Lower rates of student substance abuse10.Higher levels of self esteem & positive

development

Schedules are available online at:

www.thebigsouthconference.org

Feel free to contact the Activities Office with any questions or concerns.

507.359.8426

HAVE A GREAT SEASON!