1. Parent Information Meeting

2.  Purpose and Mission Statement  Student Expectations  Physical Examination  Transportation  Parent/Coach Communication  Cross Country Practice and Meet Schedule

3.  Cross Country ◦ Fall Sport (Sept-Nov)  Students will be running on open-air courses over natural terrain ◦ Course Distances can range from 2.5 miles to 4 miles

4.  Our sports program provides students the opportunity to: ◦ participate in team sports ◦ to work together to understand the meaning of teamwork, ◦ to learn the importance of discipline, respect and sportsmanship, especially in the face of adversity. Understanding teamwork, the mental and physical challenges of training and competition, and the experiences both of winning and of losing with grace and respect are important life lessons that will serve students well in their future.

5.  Adequate equipment and facilities provided for your child to participate  A well-trained adult(s) coaching his/her team  Skilled officials participating in the contests  Supervised transportation to and from competitions will be provided, either through parent drivers or through use of school vehicles.

6. You are here because your son/daughter has expressed an interest in participating in the after school sports program.  Students participating are expected to: ◦ Maintain their classroom grades and behavior ◦ Attend scheduled practices and contests ◦ Cooperate with coaches ◦ Have Fun!!! must Students must sign and turn in student agreement page in the athletic handbook prior to the start of their first practice

7. must  In order to participate in the After School Sports Program, students must have a physical examination completed prior to the students first practice Minute Clinic 7740 Rancho Santa Fe Rd 318 W. El Norte Pkwy 1-888-389-2727 must In addition to a physical examination, you and your child must review, sign, and turn in the following forms addressed in the athletic handbook - Permission of Treatment - Insurance and physical - Concussion form

8. The Athletic Department policy regarding transportation states that student-athletes are expected to travel to and from athletic competition in school-approved transportation. At NO time will we allow students to ride with anyone other than their parents to and from an athletic event without advance approval of the Athletic Coordinator or Assistant Principal.  We realize that emergencies and extenuating circumstances sometimes require other arrangements.  These must be discussed in advance of game day with the coach and/or athletic coordinator. must Parents must fill out transportation form in athletic handbook and turn into your child’s coach prior to the start of the first day of practice.

9. Appropriate concerns to discuss with coaches:  Ways to help the child improve  Concerns about your child’s behavior  Treatment of your child, both mentally and physically Issues which are NOT appropriate to discuss with coaches:  Playing time  Team strategy  Calling plays  Other student athletes Both parenting and coaching can be extremely challenging. By establishing an understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of each other and provide the greater benefit to children who become involved in the after-school sports program

10. There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and the parents. These are encouraged. It is important that all parties involved have a clear understanding of each other’s position. When the need for a conference is apparent, the following procedure should be followed to help promote a resolution to the issues of concern:  Call to set up an appointment  Please DO NOT attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice.  Please see athletic handbook for procedures when discussing a concern with your child’s coach

11. Mondays After school practice: 3:15-4:15pm Meet on the field with appropriate running attire. Tuesdays After school practice: 3:15-4:15 pm Meet on the field with appropriate running attire. Wednesdays Before school practice: 8:15-8:35 am Meet on the field to run with Running Club. Thursdays Cross Country Meet or After school practice: 3:15-4:15 pm Meet on the field with appropriate running attire. Fridays Before school practice: 8:15-8:35 am Meet on the field to run with Running Club.

12.  Practices will consist of long-distance running, drills, and interval training.  Students are required to participate in all practices scheduled during the season. ◦ Please see the handbook for acceptable absences ◦ Your child will receive the tentative meet schedule at their first practice Most Cross Country meets will be held on Thursdays at 4:30. In the event that we do not have a meet during that week, we will have regular scheduled practice.

13.  MLK Meet in Oceanside- 9/22 (Thursday)  San Marcos Invitational in San Marcos- 9/27 (Tuesday)  Moonlight Beach Meet in Encinitas- 10/13 (Thursday)  Woodland Park Meet in San Marcos- 10/20 (Thursday)  Kit Carson Park North County Championship- 10/27 (Thursday)