DEE-MACK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

The following policies in addition to handbook policies are to be followed by all that participate in extra-curricular activities.  The extra-curricular code goes into effect immediately upon being named to the team or activity and continues to be in effect until the student successfully completes sixth grade.  Any student participating in extra-curricular activities shall be subject to the extra-curricular code while enrolled in District 701 schools.

PARENT MEETINGS:  Parents of the students being selected to an activity or team are required to attend the parent meeting prior to their young person being allowed to participate in the extra curricular activity.

GENERAL PERSONAL CONDUCT: All students participating in any extra-curricular activity is expected to represent Dee-Mack Middle School and everyone connected with the school, therefore, should behave as expected at all times.  Coaches/sponsors will discuss dress and appearance for participants.

GAME CONDUCT:  When not in the game or activity, players/participates are expected to be on the bench, supporting teammates.  Players are not permitted to criticize, or rebuke officials, opposing coaches, opposing players, and teammates.

SMOKING:  Any student smoking at any time will be dismissed from the activity in which he/she is participating.

DRINKING/DRUGS: Any student drinking alcoholic beverages or using a behavior-altering substance at any time will be dismissed from the activity in which he/she is participating.

VANDALISM and THEFT: Any student accused of damaging or stealing school property or the property of others will be referred to the building principal and activities director for disciplinary action.

DISCIPLINE:  Students are expected to follow the rules and consequences established by coaches/sponsors at the beginning of the season/activity.  Any student who receives two or more detentions will be suspended for one game or event of the activity in which he/she is currently participating.  Any student who receives an in school suspension (ISS) will be suspended for two games or events of the activity in which he/she is currently participating.  A parent conference may be held.  Any student who receives an out of school suspension (OSS) will be suspended for a minimum of three games or events of the activity in which he/she is currently participating.  Additionally, a conference must be held with the student, parent(s), coach/sponsor, the activities director, and building principal to discuss possible dismissal from the team or activity.  A second OSS will result in dismissal from the team or activity.

GRADES:  Students must maintain passing grades in all subjects in accordance with IESA guidelines for eligibility in order to participate in any extra-curricular activity.  Grade eligibility is checked weekly for the previous week or weeks of the grading period and begins the week prior to the first contest or activity.  Students with any failing grade will be ineligible to participate in the activities occurring Monday through Saturday.  After three (3) periods of ineligibility, the student will be dismissed from the activity in which he/she is participating.   The first time a student is found to be ineligible due to grades; he/she may participate in practices, but not in competition.  In the second period of ineligibility the student may not participate in practices, or competition.  In the third period of ineligibility the student will be dismissed from that activity for the duration of the season.  Each time the student is found to be ineligible, the student, parents, and coach/sponsor will be notified in writing.

EQUIPMENT/UNIFORMS: All students participating in any extra-curricular activity will be responsible for keeping their own equipment clean and organized.  If a uniform is involved, please follow the washing instructions on the label.  Fines for damaged or lost uniforms or school equipment will be assessed.

DAILY PRACTICE PROCEDURE: Participants are expected to be at every practice and/or meeting unless notified by the coach/sponsor that you are suspended for behavior or grades.  If you are unable to be at practice you must notify the coach/sponsor prior to the scheduled practice.  An unexcused absence from practice will result in being benched for the next game.  Chronic absenteeism may result in removal from the team or activity.  A practice schedule will be given to student participants.

DAY OF CONTEST PROCEDURE (ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT): Participants are required to attend all scheduled contests, games and/or activities.  Any unexcused absence from scheduled contests, games and/or activities will be cause for immediate dismissal from the activity in which he/she is participating.  All participants will receive a schedule of events prior to the first scheduled contest, game and/or activity.  Students must be in attendance at school no later than 11:30 a.m. in order to participate in a contest, game, activity, practice, or meeting that day, or the day before, if the scheduled contest, game and/or activity falls on a weekend.

TRANSPORTATION:  The district will provide transportation to and from events.  Shuttle transportation between Deer Creek and Mackinaw will be available for after-school practices and/or meetings.  All players must ride the bus to home and away games.  Players may leave with their parents provided the parent has signed out their young person with the coach or principal.  No player may leave with another player’s parent unless prior permission has been obtained.  6^th grade players are required to arrive with all other players prior to the 5^th grade game and stay throughout.  5^th grade players are requested to stay through half time of the 6^th grade game, but are not required to remain.  Players are not expected to attend games in which they are not scheduled.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS: All students participating in any sports activity must have an annual physical exam on file in the office prior to participation in the first regular practice after try-outs.  Failure to do so will result in suspension from the sport until such time as the physical exam is filed with the office.

INSURANCE COVERAGE: Student insurance is required and is the responsibility of the parent. 

PARTICIPATION FEES: Students participating in any extra-curricular activity are required to pay a participation fee as set by the Board of Education.  Fees must be paid prior to participation in the first game or activity.  Failure to do so will result in suspension from the activity until such time as the fee is paid.  A Fee Waiver Application is available in the office for those who cannot afford to pay the fees.

STUDENT TRANSFERS:  Transfer students shall be afforded all the rights and privileges of any other enrolled student in accordance with the Extracurricular Code, IESA regulations, and Administrative Policy.

PLAYING TIME:  Although every effort will be made for all participants to have playing time in every game, playing time is not guaranteed, nor will it be equal for all participants.

AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE FORM

Please sign and return the portion below acknowledging your willingness to participate in extra-curricular activities at Dee-Mack Junior High School.

STUDENT:                                                                                         ACTIVITIES (check all that apply):

                                                                                                            [  ] Cheerleading         [  ] Volleyball

                                                                                                            [  ] Pom pon squad     [  ] Track

                                                                                                            [  ]Basketball Boys      [  ]Softball  

                                                                                                            [  ] Basketball- Girls    [  ] Baseball

                                                                                                            [  ] Scholastic Bowl    

STUDENT AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE: In consideration of Dee-Mack Junior high School permitting me to participate in the activity named above, I agree to

(1) abide by the guidelines and expectations set forth in this extra-curricular code, which I have read and understand,

(2) follow the coach/sponsor's instructions, practice schedules, rules and consequences, and safety rules,

(3) acknowledge, along with my parents/guardians, that participation in the above sport or activity may involve many risks of injury.  I hereby assume all risks associated with participation and agree to hold the district and its agents harmless from any actions or claims, which may arise from participation in the sport or activity.

Student                                                                                               Date

PARENT/GUARDIAN AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE: As a parent/guardian of a student participating in extra-curricula’s at Dee-Mack Junior High School, I agree that

(1) I have read and understand the guidelines and expectations set forth in this extra-curricular code, and realize that my young person will not be permitted to participate without my consent,

(2) I hereby consent, under the conditions set forth in the extra-curricular code, to permit my young person to participate in the activity stated above,

(3) I acknowledge that participation in the above sport or activity may involve many risks of injury.  I hereby assume all risks associated with participation and agree to hold the district and its agents harmless from any actions or claims, which may arise from participation in the sport or activity.

(4) I agree to provide insurance for my young person, who is participating in this activity, and agree to hold the district and its agents harmless from any claim, which may arise from participation in the sport or activity.

Parent/Guardian                                                                             Date