St. Mary’s High School Athletics Purpose: To glorify God by providing a Christian environment where athletic competition emphasizes sportsmanship and Christian character.

Future Members of TAPPS Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools While waiting for membership in the TAAPS league, scrimmages with surrounding schools have been scheduled. SMS will be eligible to apply for membership in TAAPS when we have a 12 th grade class. (Mandatory drug test, strict regulations, and sports fees and penalties)

Sports Offered Girls Volleyball – August through October Coach B Boys/Girls Cross Country – Must sign up today if interested in running Coach Knotts Boys Basketball – November through February Coach Knotts Girls Basketball – November through February Coach B Boys/Girls Track – February through April Coach O’Connor

Athletic Fee $10.00 per month for ten months charged to your account, or $ fee at registration. (Same price for one or all sports) Gate fees $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for students. (This price may be more at away games.) Optional: Booster Gold Club Member $ for all middle school and high school home games. Plus unlimited supply of popcorn! Optional: High School Booster Club Member $50.00 for high school home games only. Plus popcorn!

Athletic Period In season – zero period 7:15 (dressed and in squad) Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Off season – 1 st period 8:00 (dressed and in squad)

Late Policy for Zero Period (per season) First and second offence – 10 minute workout during 7:50 – 8:00 break Third and fourth offence – 30 minute workout after school Five or more offences – Benched during the next game

Zero Period con’t. Not showing up for zero period: – First offence: 45 minute workout after school – Second offence: benched during the next game – Third offence: removed from team

Rules, Policies, and Expectations If an athlete has a failing grade on their report card, they are ineligible and will be removed from the in-season sport. Athletes cannot lose eligibility due to a failing grade on progress reports. Athletes can regain eligibility for the next in-season sport if they are passing all classes at the 4 ½ week monitoring period or report card prior to that sport. Athletes are expected to uphold the image of St. Mary's and the team by having a good attitude and conduct towards coaches, fellow players, and other teams. If an athlete cannot be at a practice they must notify their coach in advance. If an athlete becomes a discipline problem at a game or practice the coach will decide if that athlete will play in the next game. Severe problems can warrant suspension or expulsion from the team. If an athlete misses a game, the coach will decide, whether that athlete will play in the next game.

Rules, Policies, and Expectations con’t. Inappropriate behavior at school or during school activities may result in suspension or expulsion from extra-curricular activities. All rules and policies in the Student Handbook apply to student athletes.

Parent Expectations See contract in packet. Parents play a vital role in the development of our athletes. Be an agent of positive change. Gain an understanding and appreciation for the rules of the game. Take time to talk with coaches: chain of command. Support the mission of St. Mary’s.

Parent Expectations Con’t. Concession stand/gate/bookkeeper/clock/line judge/gym clean-up after game/etc. All parents will be assigned a duty. A handout will go home before each season with assigned duties. If you are unable to do your assigned duty, it will be your responsibility to find a replacement. *We would prefer adults working these areas instead of student athletes.

Bag and Travel Jersey Package $65.00 First round of orders due August 1 st

Fundraisers Each athlete received three fundraising letters in their packets. Please address each letter to a close friend or family member and mail. Students will be asked to write thank you notes to our supporters.

Forms to be turned in prior to, or on the first practice: (Form) Athletic Physical if needed. Proof of insurance (copy insurance card) (Form) Parental Approval for Athletic Treatment (Handout) Athletic Rules and Policies (Form) Parent Contract (Letter) After School Letter (Handout) Athletic Power Point/List of Sports

Additional Paperwork Schedule for August Tentative Game Schedule Workouts: Volleyball, Soccer, Cross country Fundraising letters and envelopes Order Form for bag/travel shirt.