Moore Public Schools' Athletic Handbook
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MOORE PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ ATHLETIC HANDBOOK Table of Contents Section One Mission Statement ................................................................................................................1 Foreword ..............................................................................................................................1 Athletic Department Personnel ............................................................................................1 Athletics Philosophy ............................................................................................................2 Coaching Ethics and Professional Standards……………………………………………. 3 Athletic Department Handbook…………………………………………………….……...4 Supervision………………………………………………………………………………...4 Moore Public School’s Athletic Department Policies and Practices……….….5 Participation in Athletics…………………………………………………………….…. ... 6 Dismissal of Student Athletes…………………………………………………….……….6 Beginning and Ending of Sports Seasons……………………………………………..…..6 Participation on Teams Other Than School Teams……………………………………..…6 Game Management………………………………………………………………………...6 Officials……………………………………………………………………………………7 Team Travel……………………………………………………………………………. ... 7 Team Meals…………………………………………………………………………… ...... 7 Staff Travel ..........................................................................................................................8 Participation in Camps, Clinics and Summer Practices, Leagues and Tournaments 8-10 Camp Questions and Answers………………………………………………… 10-12 Off Season Try-Outs……………………………………………………………………..12 Summer Time Dead Period………………………………………………………………12 Summer Time Dead Period Questions and Answers………………………………… 12,13 Required Course Work For Coaches………………………………………………… 13,14 Coaching Clinics ................................................................................................................14 Purchasing Equipment and Supplies……………………………………………………...15 Equipment ..........................................................................................................................16 Maintenance .......................................................................................................................16 Conflicts Between Activities .............................................................................................17 Employment Policy ............................................................................................................17 Health and Safety Provisions .............................................................................................17 Sports Medicine .................................................................................................................18 Athletic Trainers………………………………………………………………………….19 Sports Medicine Policies…………………………………………………………………19 Extreme Heat Policy……………………………………………………………… 20-22 Concussion Policy ..............................................................................................................22 Post-Concussion Return to Academic Guidelines……………………………... 22-25 Lettering and Requirements……………………………………………………………...25 Lettering Awards…………………………………………………………………………26 Booster Clubs .....................................................................................................................26 Athletic Facilities ...............................................................................................................26 Homecoming Procedures……………………………………………………………..26,27 NCAA Eligibility Requirements……………………………………………….. Link 27 General Information/Quick Reference…………………………………….. 28-32 Approved Fundraisers………………………………………………………………...33,34 Moore Public Schools Athletic Department Athletic Camp Guidelines ............................35 Section Two Moore Public Schools Board of Education Policies……………………….…Link 36-38 Section Three OSSAA Policies ................................................................................................... Link 39,40 APPENDIX IMPORTANT FORMS Moore Public Schools Athletic Department Mission The predominant mission of MPS Athletics is to develop productive citizens willing to demonstrate integrity, discipline, and leadership while competing at the highest level in all aspects of life. FOREWORD This document is to serve as a guide for student athletes, coaches, athletic facilitators, and administrators in understanding and administering the athletic program of the Moore Public School District. Its primary purpose is to familiarize and clarify the policies and procedures commonly used to make decisions regarding athletics. Each student athlete, coach, athletic facilitator, and administrator should become familiar with its contents as it pertains to their role within the athletic department. While this publication is designed to assist in answering questions regarding policies and procedures, it may not answer all questions or cover all situations. This Athletic Manual will work in conjunction with and in addition to the Moore Public Schools Handbook. This athletic manual will be updated and revised as needed. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL Mr. Brian Fitzgerald District Athletic Director Ms. Connie Bollig Secretary to the District Athletic Director Ms. Sherri Knight Secretary to the District Athletic Director Mr. Chad Mashburn Moore High School Athletic Director Ms. Donna Vickers Moore High School Athletic Secretary Mr. Zach Bice Westmoore High School Athletic Director Ms. Heather Evans Westmoore High School Athletic Secretary Mr. Greg George Southmoore High School Athletic Director Ms. Beth Wallace Southmoore High School Athletic Secretary Mr. James Robb Brink Junior High Athletic Director Mr. Dakota Gilbert Central Junior High Athletic Director Mr. Bart Richardson Highland East Junior High Athletic Director Mr. Joshua Myers Highland West Junior High Athletic Director Ms. Ana Marquez Moore West Junior High Athletic Director Mr. Jeremy Hayes Southridge Junior High Athletic Director 1 ATHLETICS PHILOSOPHY Moore Public Schools’ officials, coaches, and sponsors of student activities believe that students who are selected for the privilege of membership on teams, squads, performing groups, clubs, and other school organizations should conduct themselves as responsible representatives of the school. In order to assure this conduct, coaches and sponsors enforce bylaws, a Code of Conduct and all student policies found in the Moore Public Schools Student Handbook. Furthermore, members of teams and organizations who fail to abide by the bylaws, Code of Conduct and Moore Public Schools Student Handbook are subject to disciplinary action. Members of teams and organizations must always serve as exemplars of high character and must demonstrate appropriate academic commitment, which is expected from all students. As recognized representatives of their school, members are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior during the season (activity) or out of season, in uniform or out of uniform, on campus or off campus. Rule enforcement will be fair and consistent 2 COACHING ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS Moore Public Schools coaches must: 1. Exemplify the highest moral character, behavior, and leadership. 2. Respect the integrity and personality of the individual athlete. 3. Abide by the rules of the game in letter and in spirit, regardless of the consequences. 4. Respect the integrity and judgment of sports officials, never baiting or taunting officials in any way, or seeking out an official during halftime or at the conclusion of a contest. 5. Demonstrate a mastery of and continuing interest in coaching principles and techniques through professional enrichment. 6. Encourage and respect all athletes and their values. 7. Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat. 8. Promote ethical relations among coaches. 9. Fulfill responsibilities to provide emergency health procedures and ensure an environment free of obvious safety hazards. 10. Encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes. 11. Seek to promote good health habits, including the establishment of sound training rules. 12. Strive to develop in each athlete the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgment. 13. Achieve a thorough understanding and acceptance of the rules of the game and the standards of eligibility. 3 ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT HANDBOOK I hereby acknowledge that I have viewed a copy of the athletic coaches’ guide and will be responsible for covering this information with my players and assistant coaches before the season begins. I understand that I will be held accountable for all rules and regulations established by Moore Public Schools, Moore Public Schools’ Board Policies, and Oklahoma Secondary Schools Activity Association (OSSAA) and accept the consequences if any rules are violated. I understand it is not to be construed that this handbook covers a policy for everything involved in athletics. As a coach within the Moore School District I am responsible for presenting myself in a professional manner and carrying out all duties and responsibilities accordingly. By signing the attached document, I agree to comply with the guidelines stated above. SUPERVISION All school athletic activities must be supervised by a coach and/or administrator employed by Moore Public Schools. 1. A coach is responsible for the conduct of squad members in the locker room. Whenever possible, he/she should be in the locker room with them. 2. A coach and/or administrator must be present at all games and practice sessions. 3. Individuals are not to be