Other OHSAA Eligibility Requirements 17 Age limitation 17 Residence and transfer requirements 18 Athletic Department Policies 18 Attendance Policy 18 Awards 19 Cancellations Due to Weather 20 Conflicts in Extra‐Curricular Activities 20 Dropping a 20 CONNEAUT AREA CITY SCHOOLS ATHLETIC HANDBOOK FOR ATHLETES, PARENTS, AND COACHES STATEMENT OF CONNEAUT AREA CITY SCHOOLS ATHLETIC PHILOSOPHY The Conneaut School District’s athletic program should provide a variety of experiences to aid in the development of favorable habits and attitudes in students that will prepare them for adult life in a democratic society. The interscholastic athletic program shall be conducted in accordance with existing Board of Education policies, rules and regulations. The board discourages any and all pressures that might tend to neglect good sportsmanship and good mental health. The athletic program must at all times be conducted in such a way as to justify it as an educational activity. ATHLETIC GOAL AND OBJECTIVES GOAL: The student shall become a more effective citizen in a democratic society. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: 1) To learn teamwork To work with others in a democratic society, an individual must develop – self-discipline, respect for authority and the spirit of hard work and sacrifice. Athletes must place the team and its objectives higher than personal desires. 2) To have fun This is the main reason people participate in sports and – 3) To be successful Our society is very competitive. We do not always win, but we succeed – when we continually strive to do so. You can learn to accept defeat only by striving to win with earnest dedication. Develop a desire to excel. 4) Sportsmanship To accept success and defeat like a true sportsman, knowing you have done – your best. We must to treat others as we would have others treat us. We need to develop desirable social traits, including emotional control, honesty, cooperation and dependability. 5) To improve Continual improvement is essential to good citizenship. As an athlete, you must – establish a goal and constantly try to reach that goal. Try to better yourself in the skills involved and in those characteristics set forth as being desirable. 6) Enjoy athletics It is necessary to acknowledge all of the personal rewards we derive from – athletics and to give sufficiently of ourselves in order to preserve and improve the program.
Other OHSAA Eligibility Requirements 17 Age limitation 17 Residence and transfer requirements 18 Athletic Department Policies 18 Attendance Policy 18 Awards 19 Cancellations Due to Weather 20 Conflicts in Extra‐Curricular Activities 20 Dropping a 20 CONNEAUT AREA CITY SCHOOLS ATHLETIC HANDBOOK FOR ATHLETES, PARENTS, AND COACHES STATEMENT OF CONNEAUT AREA CITY SCHOOLS ATHLETIC PHILOSOPHY The Conneaut School District’s athletic program should provide a variety of experiences to aid in the development of favorable habits and attitudes in students that will prepare them for adult life in a democratic society. The interscholastic athletic program shall be conducted in accordance with existing Board of Education policies, rules and regulations. The board discourages any and all pressures that might tend to neglect good sportsmanship and good mental health. The athletic program must at all times be conducted in such a way as to justify it as an educational activity. ATHLETIC GOAL AND OBJECTIVES GOAL: The student shall become a more effective citizen in a democratic society. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: 1) To learn teamwork – To work with others in a democratic society, an individual must develop self-discipline, respect for authority and the spirit of hard work and sacrifice. Athletes must place the team and its objectives higher than personal desires. 2) To have fun – This is the main reason people participate in sports and 3) To be successful – Our society is very competitive. We do not always win, but we succeed when we continually strive to do so. You can learn to accept defeat only by striving to win with earnest dedication. Develop a desire to excel. 4) Sportsmanship – To accept success and defeat like a true sportsman, knowing you have done your best. We must to treat others as we would have others treat us. We need to develop desirable social traits, including emotional control, honesty, cooperation and dependability. 5) To improve – Continual improvement is essential to good citizenship. As an athlete, you must establish a goal and constantly try to reach that goal. Try to better yourself in the skills involved and in those characteristics set forth as being desirable. 6) Enjoy athletics – It is necessary to acknowledge all of the personal rewards we derive from athletics and to give sufficiently of ourselves in order to preserve and improve the program.
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