3. * The mission of Mascoutah High School Athletics is to provide competitive athletic programs for our student-athletes, motivating them to be their best, while emphasizing fundamentals, teamwork, work ethic, sportsmanship, and commitment.

4.  We expect our athletes to be good citizens. Athletes are expected t be credible people both is the school setting and in public. If athletes choose not to carry themselves in this manner, they will not be a part of our Athletic Program at MHS.  Participation is a privilege not a right.  Participation requires the acceptance of additional conditions.  In effect throughout the athlete’s entire high school career.

5.  In effect on and off the campus throughout the entire calendar year.  This includes weekends, summers and out of season.  Online Signature indicates they are prepared to meet and accept these provisions.  Please read the Code of Conduct.  Don’t be surprised.  To Read and Sign Online:  Go to Mascoutah High School Website  http://mascoutah.il.schoolwebpages.com/education/school/sc hool.php?sectiondetailid=47902& http://mascoutah.il.schoolwebpages.com/education/school/sc hool.php?sectiondetailid=47902&  Click “Athletics” tab  Click “2015-16 Athletics” tab

6.  A student must be enrolled in and passing twenty (25) hours of classroom work each week  A student must have also passed twenty (25) hours of classroom work the previous semester (does not apply to incoming freshmen)  Students are allowed to make up one class during summer school to become eligible for the first semester  Physical Education counts.

7.  Must be in attendance for 3 Hours to participate in activities that day.  No practice or play without this requirement  Exceptions: A.) Death in family. B.) School-sponsored field trip. C.) Prior approval by principal or assistant principal.  Athletes will not be allowed to participate in activities or athletics while serving a suspension.

8.  Report ALL injuries  We have a full time athletic trainer (Lauren)  If the injury needs medical care and a medical excuse is given to prevent practice or game participation, a written release from the doctor will be needed before athlete can resume participation.

9.  Athletes will ride to all athletic events on school provided transportation. Exception may be made by the administration do to certain circumstances.  Coaches may require athletes to ride the bus back to the school.  If an athlete is allowed to ride home with their parents or legal guardian they must :  Signed Bus Transportation Form  Sign Athletic Contest Parent Sign-Out Sheet  Other circumstances must be approved by Principal or AD

10.  The fee is $50.00 for the first sport and $50.00 for the second. The maximum fee per family is $200.00. The fee must be paid before the first scheduled contest for the sport in which the athlete is participating.

11.  CURRENT PHYSICAL - Physicals (including freshmen) must be on file before an individual will be allowed to go out for a sport. Physicals are good for 13 months.  INSURANCE WAIVER - Athletes must show proof of insurance. Waiver form must be completed each year and must be on file prior to the athlete participating in sports. School insurance is available. (Yellow)  EMERGENCY INFORMATION AND PARENT CONSENT FORM - In the event that your son/daughter is injured. For emergency situations when you are not readily available.(RED)  IHSA STERIOD TEST POLICY - No student-athlete may participate in IHSA state series competition unless the student and student’s parent/guardian consent to random testing. (Blue/Yellow)

12.  CURRENT PHYSICAL - Physicals (including freshmen) must be on file before an individual will be allowed to go out for a sport. Physicals are good for 13 months.  INSURANCE WAIVER - Athletes must show proof of insurance. Waiver form must be completed each year and must be on file prior to the athlete participating in sports. School insurance is available. (Yellow)  EMERGENCY INFORMATION AND PARENT CONSENT FORM - In the event that your son/daughter is injured. For emergency situations when you are not readily available.(RED)  IHSA STERIOD TEST POLICY - No student-athlete may participate in IHSA state series competition unless the student and student’s parent/guardian consent to random testing. (Blue/Yellow)

13.  All Paperwork will now be read and signed online. Please follow the directions below to access the required information:  Go to Mascoutah High School Website  http://mascoutah.il.schoolwebpages.com/education/school/s chool.php?sectiondetailid=47902& http://mascoutah.il.schoolwebpages.com/education/school/s chool.php?sectiondetailid=47902&  Click “Mascoutah Athletics” tab  Click “8to18 Athletics 2000” tab

14.  ATHLETIC PERMIT CARD – Cover items talked about and has places for signature of parent and athlete stating you support and agree to follow Extra-Curricular Code of Conduct. (YELLOW)  CONCUSSION INFORMATION SHEET- Information packet that explains what a concussion is and symptoms of a concussion. It also includes signs to watch for and what you need to do if you think your son or daughter has a concussion. Also included in the packet is the return to play policy. Parents and athlete must sign and return the form. (Blue/Yellow)

15. This is what you should expect from every coach: - Philosophy of the coach - Positive Motivation - Constructive Criticism - Expectations - Locations and times of practices/contest - Discipline procedures - Fairness and communication The following is what coaches should expect from parents: - Concerns expressed directly to the coach - Notification of any schedule conflicts in advance - Support of son/daughter in all related activities - Good Sportsmanship - Understanding that there are always two sides to every story - Let the coaches coach

16. The following are appropriate concerns to discuss with the coaches: - The treatment of your son/daughter - Ways to help your son/daughter improve - Concerns about your son’/daughters’ behavior - Concerns about academics - Guidance in off-season activities. Issues not appropriate to discuss with the coaches: - Playing time of all team members - Team Strategy/Play Calling - Other student-athletes on the team

17. If a conference with a coach is needed. - 24 HOUR RULE - Call to set up an appointment to see the coach - If the coach cannot be reached, contact the AD’s office, who will in turn set up a meeting - Son/Daughter must attend meeting - Respect must be given or meeting is over If this meeting does not provide a satisfactory resolution - Call and set up an appointment with the Athletic Director

18.  Scholarship money is available and many MHS alums have received athletic scholarships in the past.  Facts About Athletic Scholarships  2% of High School athletes earn athletic scholarships.  (less than 1% earn Division 1 Scholarships).  The average scholarship amount for a college athlete is $11,000.  (Average Tuition + Room and Board per year in state = $18,155).  Register Online to Be eligible to Receive Scholarship Money  www.eligibilitycenter.org www.eligibilitycenter.org  NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE – Register at the end of Junior year because you must have 6 semester grades before filing.  ACT/SAT code 9999 to get results sent to the clearinghouse.  MOST IMPORTANT – YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MORE LIKELY TO GET SCHOLARSHIP MONEY FOR GOOD GRADES

19.  Join and volunteer  Athletic Hall of Fame  Supplies/Equipment  Sound system, tents, spike machine, shooting machine, water boys, wrestling mat, track pull carts, tennis ball machine, sideline headphones, and over $6,000 in scholarships.

20.  Athletic Physicals will be offered at Mascoutah High School on Thursday, August 6 th from 6:30 – 8:00 pm  Physicals will cost $15 per athlete.

21. ONE Team ONE Tribe ONE Family

22. THANKS FOR COMING. GO INDIANS

23.  FOOTBALL – MAIN GYM  VOLLEYBALL – SMALL GYM  CROSS COUNTRY – 150  BOYS GOLF – 152  GIRLS GOLF – 151  TENNIS – 154  DANCE/POMS – 164  SOCCER - 070