Athletic Department / Performance Program Conduct Guidelines
Mission
To achieve and to seek ways to improve on the highest standards of individual and team performance, conduct and learning in all sports pursued by students and offered by the school.
Philosophy
At Boca Prep we believe that participation in athletics can provide students with the opportunity for personal growth. Teamwork, mental, physical and emotional challenges, competition, and the experience of winning and losing graciously are important life lessons that will serve students well in their future.
Commitment
Developing good character habits requires time and effort. Coaches, trainers and parents can help students develop such habits by discussing, modeling, and reinforcing the desired attitudes and beliefs over time. Participation on an athletic team or oin a performance program demands a commitment that involves both dedication and sacrifice, not only from the student athletes themselves, but also from the coaches and parents. The Athletic Department cherishes this collaborative effort.
Objectives
The Athletic Department supports students who wish to participate in curricular, enrichment and performance programs for any and all of the following objectives:
1. Enjoyment and Participation (Life skill)
2. Character Development (Leadership, Personal Qualities)
3. Performance Development (Professional Opportunities. Employment)
4. Physical Health (Contemporary and future well being)
5. Academic Learning (Anatomy and Physiology, Sports Psychology)
6. College Admissions (Future life opportunities and financial support for further education)
Code of Conduct
The Boca Prep code of conduct is a statement of rights and responsibilities that all members of the school community are asked to sign and abide by. To achieve the individual and collective objectives of the mission of the Athletic Department, we ask all stakeholders to agree to the following codes:
Boca Prep Coach’s Code
The Athletic Coordinator, Trainers and Coaches are leaders, dedicated to far more than competition. As professional educators, leaders and role models for students we will:
· Exemplify the highest character as a role model for young people.
· Recognize the individual worth and reinforce the self-image of each team member.
· Encourage and assist individuals to set personal goals to achieve their highest academic potential.
· Strive to develop the qualities of competence, character, civility and citizenship in each individual.
· Provide a safe, challenging and encouraging environment for training and competition.
· Gain an awareness of the importance of prevention, care, and treatment of athletic injuries.
· Respect the integrity and judgment of the game officials.
· Teach and abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spirit.
· Build and maintain ethical relationships with coaches and administrators.
· Strive for excellence in coaching skills and techniques through professional improvement.
· Promote personal fitness and good nutrition.
· Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
Boca Prep Parent’s Code
Parents play a vital role in the development of student athletes and the success of the Sports program. Therefore, we expect parents to commit to the following:
· Be a positive role model through their own actions.
· Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.
· Be respectful of all officials’ decisions.
· Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people.
· Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the contest.
· Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.
· Help their child learn that success is experienced in the development of their skills, win or lose.
· Take time to talk with coaches in an appropriate manner, including proper time and place.
· Remember that a ticket to a school athletic event is a privilege to observe the contest.
Boca Prep Supporter’s Code
The larger school-community has an interest and investment in the success of our Athletic Program. These adults play a key role in reinforcing the educational goals of our program. Therefore, we expect these important program supporters to do the following:
· Remember that a ticket to a school athletic event is a privilege to observe the contest.
· Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.
· Be respectful of all officials’ decisions.
· Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.
· Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people.
· Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the sport.
· Reinforce our alcohol, tobacco and other drug-free policies by refraining from using any such substances.
Boca Prep Student Athlete’s Code
Given our belief that high school athletics provides a unique opportunity for the development of physical conditioning, athletic skill, and character traits, we expect every Boca Prep student athlete to strive for the following:
Competence
· To develop the skills necessary to participate competently in the game.
· To demonstrate knowledge of the rules and conventions of the game.
· To demonstrate knowledge of the strategies of the game.
· To demonstrate a level of physical conditioning and fitness sufficient to participate.
· To demonstrate knowledge of healthy behaviors including nutritional issues.
· Reinforce our alcohol, tobacco and other drug-free policies by refraining from using any such substances.
Character
· To be dependable in fulfilling obligations and commitments.
· To accept responsibility for consequences of actions, to not make excuses or blame others.
· To strive to excel.
· To persevere, give 100% effort and not give up in the face of setbacks.
· To demonstrate truthfulness and play by the rules of the game.
· To control anger and frustration and refrain from displays of temper and bad language.
· To accept losing and winning graciously; by congratulating opponents.
Civility
· To practice good manners on and off the field.
· To treat all persons respectfully, regardless of individual differences.
· Show respect for legitimate authority (e.g., Coaches, Officials, Captains).
· To be fair and treat others as one wishes to be treated.
· To listen to and try to understand others and to be compassionate and sensitive to others.
· To actively support teammates and others.
Citizenship
· To be faithful to the ideals of the game, including sportsmanship.
· To keep commitments to the team.
· To show team spirit, encourage others and contribute to good morale.
· To set a good example for teammates, younger athletes, fans, and school community.