Murrieta Mesa High School (Murrieta, CA) Athletics

MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

“ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT AND SPORTSMANSHIP”

PREAMBLE

Athletic participation can be one of the most significant formative experiences in a young person’s life. It gives a great deal of

pleasure and builds friendships that can last for years. Athletics is an integral part of the education program by teaching fair play, sportsmanship, teamwork, perseverance, and appreciation for improvement, desire to succeed and excel, self-discipline, responsibility, leadership and quick thinking.

Participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege, not a right, and carries with it the responsibilities of courtesy and sportsman-

ship on the playing field, on campus, and in the community. The athletic code will aid you in building team morale, discipline, and spirit, which make the team. Therefore, you should take it upon yourself to become the very best athlete and team member possible.

I. CONDUCT

The conduct of an athlete is closely observed in many areas of life. It is important that one’s behavior be above reproach in the following areas:

On the Field
1. Uses legal tactics.
2. Refrains from using profanity.
3. Is courteous and hospitable to visiting teams.
4. Respects the integrity and judgment of officials decisions.
5. Is gracious in defeat and modest in victory.
6. Maintains his/her poise.
In the Classroom
1. Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
2. Maintains his/her grades in accordance with CIF and school district rules.
3. Strives to become a good student and citizen.
4. Shows proper respect for faculty members and other students at all times.
5. When suspended from school, will not practice or participate until suspension is over.
On Campus and in the Community
1. Demonstrates a high standard of conduct, as it reflects not only on oneself, but one’s team , coach and school.
2. Maintains “good citizenship” by not being involved in any criminal activity.
3. Any acts of vandalism will result in appropriate disciplinary action being taken.
On Athletic Trips
1. Demonstrates a high standard of conduct as representatives of the school, community, family, and coach.
2. Respects the property of others
3. Travels to and from athletic contests on district provided transportation.
4. Can be released by coach to parent only.

II. DRESS AND GROOMING

Dress and grooming standards shall conform to Murrieta Valley Unified School District regulations. Coaches may require other grooming and dress standards that are more restrictive in order to insure compliance with necessary safety precautions.

III. PHYSICAL CONDITIONING AND TRAINING RULES

MVUSD Student/Athlete’s will refrain from the use of tobacco (in any form), alcohol and other illegal drugs. This includes the illegal use of non-prescribed steroids and/or other performance enhancing substances. Proper diet and adequate sleep are equally important to the physical conditioning of an athlete.

IV. ENFORCEMENT DUE TO VIOLATION OF RULES

Non adherence to the foregoing regulations will result in disciplinary action by the coaches, athletic director, and administrators.
Violations of the letter or spirit of the Athletic Code will result in one or more of the following penalties when recommended by the coach and athletic director with approval by the principal:
1. Placement on probation.
2. Removal from one or more of the next scheduled contests.
3. Referral for assessment and/or treatment of any alcohol/drug violation, and/or criminal activity.
4. Removal from the team.
5. Forfeiture of letter, letterman’s jacket privileges or the award.

V. AWARDS

All recommendations for awards originate with the individual team’s coach and are approved by the athletic director.

VI. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

In order to participate in extra/co-curricular activities, students must demonstrate satisfactory educational progress in meeting the requirements for graduation. To encourage and support academic excellence, the Board requires students to earn a minimum 2.0 or “C” grade point average on a 4.0 scale in order to participate in extra/co-curricular activities. Students with any “F” grades must also maintain minimum progress towards graduation in order to meet eligibility requirements.

VII. CALIFORNIA INTERSCHOLASTIC FEDERATION

Murrieta Mesa High School maintains membership in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and requires that interscholastic athletic activities be conducted according to CIF rules, regulations and policies.