In the Gymnasium and on the Field
Athletics Rules and Regulations
Rules and Regulations for Student Athletes
A student athlete must receive an adequate health examination from a doctor and may not practice or participate without the approval of a doctor. A new physical is required for each new school year. The last year's physical will not be accepted for the new school year.
A student athlete must turn in an Information Emergency Sheet, Health Examination and a Participation Pledge before he/she is allowed to practice or participate in games.
A student athlete must participate/practice seven days before being allowed to participate in a game.
A student athlete is responsible for turning in the following forms:
- Physical Examination
- Emergency Information
These forms may be turned in at the beginning of each sport season or to the assistant athletic director at the start of the school year. Forms are available in the office.
Attendance
A student athlete who has been absent from school all day may not practice or participate in a game after school. Extenuating circumstances may be given special consideration by the activities
director.
A student athlete must be in attendance for at least a half day on game days.
A student athlete who misses five consecutive days of practice and/or games due to injury or illness must be recertified by a note from his/her doctor before returning to competition.
Academic Eligibility
Any student athlete who received either a failing grade or an in-danger of failing notice on his/her report card or interim report must report for extra help until the grade improves to a C. If a student athlete does not receive extra help or grades do not improve, he/she may be deemed ineligible to participate in athletics.
Travel
Student athletes are required to travel to and from contests on the team bus under the supervision of a coaching staff member unless given permission by the headmaster due to specific circumstances.
If a parent wishes to take a student home from an athletic contest, parents must sign his/her child out with the coach after each contest.
Appeals Process
All student athletes may appeal issues through the chain of command:
- coach
- activities director
- headmaster
Equipment/Uniform
Student athletes are responsible for returning all equipment/uniforms issued during their sports season. The student athlete will be financially responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged equipment/uniforms.
No student athlete will receive an athletic award, nor will further equipment/uniforms be issued, until all outstanding equipment has been returned and all financial obligations have been met.
All equipment/uniforms must be returned to the coach within one week of the completion of the sports season. If not returned within one week the student may be financially responsible.
Conduct of an Athlete
The conduct of an athlete is closely observed. An athlete's conduct is a reflection of the total educational institution, Amelia Academy. It is important that behavior be above reproach both on and off the field/court. Athletes are not to use profanity or unsportsmanlike tactics. The student athlete is always courteous and congratulates the opponent on a well-played game whether winning or losing. All complaints or observations of improper conduct will be handled by the coaching staff and/or administration.
In the classroom
In the academic area, a good athlete becomes a good student. If an athlete is unmotivated in the classroom, the same result will occur on the field/court and he/she may never reach his/her full potential. Refer to this handbook for disciplinary action that may keep students from participation.
In school
The way athletes conduct themselves in school is of great importance. Athletes are being observed and therefore must be good leaders. Refer to this handbook for disciplinary action that may keep students from participation.
No athlete will be permitted to practice with any team until there is a signed parental slip and current physical examination on file.