MADISON PREPARATORY ACADEMY



Community School for Apprenticeship Learning, Inc.

2015-2016

ATHLETIC HANDBOOK

FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES AND PARENTS

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Alisa Welsh

Principal

Jeffery C. Jones

Athletic Director

Madison Preparatory Academy

1555 Madison Avenue

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Office: (225) 636-5865

Fax: (225) 456-5147

Website:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACADEMICS…………………………………………………………………………..18

ATHLETIC CHAIN OF COMMAND…………………………………………………9

ATHLETIC COACHES AND STAFF………………………………………………..10

BOOSTER CLUB……………………………………………………………………..25

CONFLICTS WITH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES………………………………………..21

CONTESTS AND PRACTICES……………………………………………………..19-21

CORE BELIEFS……………………………………………………………………….8

EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES………………………………………12-13

FACILITIES AND SERVICES………………………………………………………..24

FUNDRAISING………………………………………………………………………..25

INJURIES………………………………………………………………………………23

LETTER FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR……………………………………..5

MISSION STATEMENT………………………………………………………………8

MPA ATHLETIC AWARD PROGRAM……………………………………….…….26

NCAA ELIGIBILITY FACTS…………………………………………………………26-27

OBJECTIVES OF THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM…………………………………..7

PHILOSOPHY OF THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM………………………………….6

PREPARING TO PLAY A SPORT………………………………………………….11

RELATIONSHIPS……………………………………………………………………..15-17

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE………………………………………………………..6

TRANSPORTATION………………………………………………………………….22

UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT……………………………………………………..22

WELCOME FROM PRINCIPAL……………………………………………………..4

WELCOME

Dear Student Athletes and Parents,

Madison Preparatory Academy enjoys the reputation of providing an outstanding quality education, which demands each student to exhibit self-discipline to surmount a rigorous academic curriculum. Subsequently, a strong work ethic is the cornerstone of our athletic program. Dedication, commitment, athletic ability and fine coaching are certainly necessary for any good program; however, those characteristics are not the only vital components of the athletic program at Madison Preparatory Academy.

A great athletic program is the result of stellar sportsmanship on the part of coaches, athletes, parents and fans. To put it further, a great athletic program is exemplified with the attitude of sporting integrity by all constituents of Madison Preparatory Academy. Athletic competition at this school is intricately aligned with the Mission Statement of Madison Preparatory Academy, where we strive to “unleash the potential of each student.

The purpose of the Madison Preparatory Academy Student/Parent Athletic Handbook is to alert each of us to a deeper understanding of our role as stakeholders in the Madison Preparatory Academy Athletic Program. To that end, we will concentrate all efforts towards good sportsmanship and allow it to be the center of our Athletic Program.

Alisa Welsh

Madison Preparatory Principal

LETTER TO THE ATHLETES AND PARENTS

Interscholastic athletics can be a fun, rewarding, and memorable part of the high school experience. While academics offer the primary source for formal education, athletics can contribute to the total value of that education in many different ways. Building upon the concepts of teamwork, fair play, sportsmanship, and self-esteem, athletics can help to provide for a well-rounded educational experience.

Athletic participation is a privilege and not a right. To those who strive to succeed in the classroom comes the privilege to compete outside of it.

Being an athlete, or the parent of an athlete, is often a very challenging task. Sometimes this relationship can become complicated by the nature and structure of athletics in general. It is the intent of this Athletic Handbook to provide some insights into the role and responsibilities athletes and parents face and share, separately and together, in the realm of high school athletic participation.

The high school sport experience is much different than the recreational sport experience. Whereas recreational sport philosophy stresses equal participation by all, at the interscholastic level playing time is earned and not guaranteed.

Student-athletes earn playing time through good work ethics in practice, skill development, sportsmanship, and overall team attitude. Likewise, not all who try out for a given team will endure through the final selection process to make the team roster. Coaches are responsible for the selection of team rosters and for the determination of playing time for those on the team. MPA hopes that your experience in interscholastic athletes will teach you the value of teamwork and sportsmanship, strengthen your school spirit and pride, sharpen your athletic skills, and bring you enduring friendships.

Jeffery Jones

Athletic Director

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The Madison Preparatory Athletic Handbook is a reference guide for coaches, student athletes and parents, concerning the policies that govern interscholastic athletics at MPA. This handbook is provided for the safety and best interest of all student athletes. This handbook strives to promote education, sportsmanship, integrity, character, positive attitudes and teamwork. The rules established in this handbook serve as a code of conduct for our athletes. All student athletes, parents and coaches are responsible for knowing the contents of this handbook. Failure to comply with these rules and procedures may result in suspension of participation in Madison Preparatory Athletics.

Participation in the athletic program is strictly voluntary. Students are under no obligation to participate and participation in the program is not required for graduation. Thus, participation in high school athletics is a privilege and not a right. Accompanying this privilege is the responsibility to conform to the standards established for this high school athletic program. This privilege may be revoked if the athlete fails or refuses to comply with the rules.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM

The athletic department is an integral part of the total educational process of Madison Preparatory Academy. Involvement in athletics provides students with opportunities to learn skills, good sportsmanship, develop leadership skills and learn the ideals of fair play and ethical behavior that are necessary for competition and cooperation in our society. It also serves to develop self-discipline, respect, dedication, integrity, build good character and provide a unique opportunity to be loyal to the team, school and community.

Athletics gives everyone involved the opportunity to make positive contributions to the student’s physical development, socio-emotional development and build positive self-esteem. The interdependency of academic achievement and participation in athletics provides motivation for many student athletes. It is this cohesive relationship that as a gateway to higher education and career opportunities.

MISSION STATEMENT

The Madison Preparatory Academy Athletic Department is committed to the pursuit of excellence. The athletic department strives:

• To provide an athletic program that helps develop the student athlete through education, competition, discipline, sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play.

• To promote the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of the individual student.

• Maintain the tradition of togetherness and unity among our student athletes.

• To foster parental, school and community support.

OBJECTIVES OF THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM

• To foster student leadership development

• To support future academic or career options

• To provide a positive image of school athletics at Madison Prep

• To strive always for playing excellence that will produce winning teams within the bounds of good sportsmanship.

• To provide a superior program of student activities that includes appropriate activities for every student.

• To create a desire to succeed and excel.

• To develop high ideals of fairness in all human relationships.

• To practice self-discipline and emotional maturity in learning to make decisions under pressure.

• To be socially competent and cooperate within a set of rules, thus gaining a respect for the rights of others.

• To promote school spirit and help all our students, faculty, staff, and parents develop pride in Madison Preparatory Academy.

• To help student athletes recognize the privilege of participation and their responsibilities to their school, their sport, their community and themselves.

CORE BELIEFS

Creating effective learning conditions begins with the beliefs that we hold about children and about education. The following are the five core beliefs of Madison Preparatory Academy:

1. Students come first.

2. Parents are our partners.

3. Teaching and learning must happen daily.

4. Leadership and accountability are the keys to our success.

5. It takes the entire community to ensure the success of all of our students.

6. We must provide excellent service and support to the entire school community.

SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Madison Preparatory Academy, is to provide a diverse learning environment, through a rigorous curriculum and produce college and career ready individuals

COLORS

Navy, Gold, Columbia Blue

MASCOT

Charger

CORE VALUES OF A CHARGER

I AM:

CONFIDENT: having or showing assurance and self-reliance

HONEST: free from fraud or deception

AMBITIOUS: having the desire to achieve a particular goal

RESPONSIBLE: able to handle ones conduct and obligation

GIVING: having the heart and the power to give

ENTHUSIASTIC: filled with or marked by enthusiasm and

RESPECTFUL: showing respect of deference

I am a Madison Prep Charger!

ATHLETIC CHAIN OF COMMAND

Player

Assistant Coach

Head Coach

Athletic Director

Principal

If there are any questions or concerns regarding any aspect of the player–coach relationship, the athlete should first contact the appropriate coach. If there is no resolution at this level, he/she should then move to the next level in the Chain of Command until resolution is achieved. (The Chain of Command is a step-by-step process bringing together the primary individuals for discussion purposes. Each level is in place to facilitate in the process of conflict resolution.) Parents are also asked to respect this Chain of Command model regarding problem resolution.

The handbook outlines basic policy for students and parents. A coach may have additional guidelines which have been reviewed and approved by the Athletic Director.

MPA COACHING STAFF

2015-2016

|SPORT |HEADCOACH |EMAIL |

|BASEBALL-V |MARVIN MERCER |mmercer@ |

|BASKETBALL (BOYS)-V |JEFF JONES |jjones@ |

|BASKETBALL (BOYS) -JV |TORRY BEAULIEU |jjones@ |

|BASKETBALL (BOYS) 9TH GRADE |JAMES ROSS |jjones@ |

|BASKETBALL (GIRLS) -V |DWAYNE HAYES |dhayes@ |

|BASKETBALL (BOYS) (CSAL) |CARL WASHINGTON |jjones@ |

|BASKETBALL (GIRLS) (CSAL) |DWAYNE HAYES |dhayes@ |

|BOWLING (GIRLS/BOYS)-V |SANDRA IKE |sike@ |

|FOOTBALL- V |MICHAEL ROACH |mroach@ |

|FOOTBALL ( CSAL) |DARCY FRANKLIN |dfranklin@ |

|SOFTBALL - V |TAWANNA GREEN |tgreen@ |

|TRACK (BOYS)-V |DAMION ANTOINE |Antoine@ |

|TRACK (GIRLS)-V |ERIKKA WISHOM |ewishom@ |

|VOLLEYBALL-V |Y’VONNE SANTOS-Assistant |ysantos@ |

|VOLLEYBALL(CSAL) |Y’VONNE SANTOS |ysantos@ |

Legend

V=Varsity

JV=Junior Varsity

CSAL= Community School for Apprenticeship Learning Middle School

What Do I Need To Do To Participate in Sports At Madison?

The following forms need to be completed and submitted to the coach

prior to the first practice day:

✓ Complete the official School Sports Application

✓ Parental Permission Form (signatures needed)

✓ LHSAA Substance Abuse/Misuse Contract and Consent Form

✓ LHSAA Medical History Evaluation Form by doctor prior to practices

✓ Pay $100 to the Athletic Director prior to the first practice date

✓ Other sport fees may accompany the sport of choice (see coach)

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

If a student attends a school outside of his/her “Home Attendance Zone’, HE/SHE is automatically INELIGIBLE for one year to play a sport.

* If you have any questions regarding the application process contact the Madison Preparatory Athletic Director

EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXPECTATIONS OF COACHES

The coaches will remain in a professional demeanor at all times and keep their role as a coach in proper perspective by:

• Developing and communicating clear and specific goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season.

• Maintaining open and honest communication with the students, parents, other coaches, faculty, staff and administration.

• Support student academic expectations, responsibilities and achievements

• Instructing and modeling the Code of Conduct to student athletes

• Modeling good sportsmanship at all times

• Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENT ATHELETES

The student athletes of Madison Preparatory Academy are expected to:

• Followed the rules set by the school and coaches and the school.

• Participate enthusiastically

• Recognize that student participation in athletics is a privilege

• Develop a positive attitude

• Accept positive criticism and correction

• Practice self-discipline

• Display outstanding sportsmanship and school pride

• Maintain high academic standards

• Be on time and in attendance at ALL practices and games

• Be committed to the skill development of their sport

• Display proper respect for those in authority

• Behave with integrity

• Accept responsibility as a role model to others

• Face all challenges in a positive manner

• Play with dignity and grace, regardless of winning or losing

EXPECTATIONS OF PARENTS

The parents will create a positive and supportive environment by:

• Communicating respectfully, openly and honestly

• Following the appropriate chain of command as follows:

Parent and Coach/Assistant Coach

Parent and Athletic Director

Parent and Principal

• Attending parent meeting

• Understanding the game is for the students and not adults

• Recognizing that student participation in athletics is a privilege

• Using good sportsmanship as a spectator and conduct themselves in a manner that reflects well on both the team and the school.

• Reframe from coaching their student from the stands or sidelines

• Reframe from excessive anger and verbal profanities during practices or games

• Promoting consistent student attendance at practices and games

• Placing the emotional and physical well being of the students ahead of any personal desires to win

• Expecting their student to play in a safe and healthy environment

• Supporting their student in planning how to meet their academic responsibilities given the demands of training and practice

• Being a role model for other parents by remaining positive at all events.

RELATIONSHIPS

The player-coach relationship is perhaps the most critical of all relationships in athletics. Parents have great influence on the relationship and can have a very profound effect upon this important and delicate balance. A parent may not agree with all decisions a coach may make. How and when a parent expresses their feelings can have a decided effect upon their child. If a parent’s negative opinion is expressed in front of a child, it can be carried to the next practice or game. This in turn can lead to a player-coach confrontation. Please allow coaches to do their job for which they were hired.

Coaches are expected to be leaders and role models for their players. They are expected to teach and guide the players. They are not there to be friends or buddies. Coaches must demand respect from their players and give respect to their players in return. Concepts such as integrity, character, and sportsmanship provide the foundation upon which MPA coaching philosophy is based.

Parent-Coach Relationship:

Parents obviously want what is best for their child. Allowing the coach to guide and instruct a team is crucial. Again, please allow the coach to do his/her job. Should you have any questions or concerns, please wait at least 24 hrs. before contacting the coach. At this time, coaches have other responsibilities and it may be a very emotional moment. Call to make an appointment for a later time and approach this meeting in a calm and logical manner.

For many coaches, one of the post-game responsibilities is to meet with his/her players. Athletes should not be expected to stop and talk to parents and friends immediately after a game is over. These team meetings are essential to the learning process and are important in efforts to build team unity and understanding.

Parent-Player Relationship:

Sometimes parents may try to re-live their own athletic memories through the real life athletic efforts of their children. Being positive and supportive is very important, but adding pressure and unrealistic expectations may be extremely harmful. Allow your child to enjoy and to grow and to take responsibility for his/her athletic experiences. Encourage your child to give 100 percent effort and to become a team player, not an individual statistic seeker. In the end, it is the child’s perception of the game that really matters, not that of the parents.

Relationship with Game Officials:

Irate fans may at times infer an unfair advantage by the officials. A sport commissioner assigns all officials and neither team has a say in which officials are assigned to a given game or contest. The home school does not select the officials. A sport commissioner assigns all officials and neither team has a say in which officials are assigned to a given game or contest. Game officials agree to and follow a code of conduct and ethics, with no vested interest in which team emerges victorious.

Officials are an integral part of the game. While one may not agree with all calls, please do not harass and/or taunt game officials. Parents are to be good role models for their children. Officials are in charge of the game and have complete authority to remove unruly spectators. Many times a given team may see the same officials on several occasions throughout the course of a season.

Coaches, Athletic Directors, and school administrators work to establish good working relationships with game officials which can be easily damaged or destroyed by spectator interference. So please let the players play, let the coaches coach, let the officials officiate, and let the spectators be positive.

PARENTS

The behavior of spectators reflects upon the reputation of our school and community. Parents should remember this at all times and adhere to the following guidelines:

• Show respect for the opponent in every way possible;

• Show positive support for both teams;

• Know and understand the rules of the game;

• Maintain self-control at all times;

• Recognize and acknowledge good performances on either team;

• Allow the coach to do his job. He/She needs to be the only person coaching the players. He/She should also be the only person having any discussion with the game officials.

• Support game administrators when attending athletic events.

Being the parent of a student-athlete is a short-lived privilege. Parents’ involvement with their child’s athletics should be enjoyable and a great experience. Support of parents is vital to the student-athlete and the school. For a rewarding and memorable experience, the following are suggestions on a being a supportive parent of a student-athlete:

Make every effort to attend games/events/matches. Your presence is important to your child. Be positive and up lifting. Being a part of a team is a rewarding experience for student- athletes. Do not let playing time determine the happiness of you or your child.

Always be supportive of the coaching staff in front of your student-athlete. Nothing will destroy teamwork quicker than student-athletes doubting the abilities of their coaches. If you have concerns, please discuss them at an appropriate time with the coach. After you have talked with the coach, if you still have concerns, please contact the Athletic Director.

Become involved with other parents. Many lifelong friendships are formed between parents of student-athletes on a team. Talk positively with other parents about the athletic program at Madison Preparatory Academy. If you hear a rumor or have an area of concern, contact the coach or Athletic Director for clarification.

Having high expectations for our student-athletes is normal and healthy. In our efforts to achieve these goals, we must also be realistic. Not everyone will receive a college scholarship, nor should the lack of offers be perceived as a measuring stick for success. Our athletic staff will guide and support those who wish to pursue collegiate careers. Our goal however is for our student-athletes to be placed into opportunities to succeed. Success by our student-athletes will always be the driving force behind our coaching staff.

Since research indicates a student involved in co-curricular activities has a greater chance for success during adulthood, these programs have been established. Many of the character traits required to be a successful participant are exactly those that will promote a successful life after high school. We hope the information provided within this handbook makes both your child’s and your experience with the Madison Preparatory Academy athletic program less stressful and more enjoyable.

An athlete alone does not dictate the success of our athletic program. A coach alone does not dictate the success of our athletic program. Our fans alone do not dictate the success of our athletic program. An official or umpire does not even dictate the success of our athletic program. It is all of us working together as a team at dictates the success of our athletic program.

WHAT ABOUT ACADEMICS?

You are a student athlete; your responsibilities as a student come first. You must realize that your main purpose for attending school is to receive an education (high school diploma). As an athlete, you must plan your schedule so that you give sufficient time and energy to insure acceptable grades. Athletes are encouraged to take advantage of tutoring as needed. You must attend class, schedule the appropriate number of classes and remain in good academic standing in order to participate in interscholastic sports.

Responsibility of the Student-Athlete

Education for you as a student/athlete must be your first responsibility. The achievement of the best education you are capable of achieving is our goal for you. Madison Preparatory Academy feels athletics plays a significant part in your total educational development. With this decision, you as an athlete must assume certain responsibilities to achieve the educational and athletic values, that is to say:

1. Striving to achieve sound citizenship and desirable social traits, including emotional control (verbally and physically), honesty, cooperation, dependability, and respect for others and their abilities.

2. Maintaining academic and eligibility standards established by Madison Preparatory Academy.

3. Showing respect for authority and property while learning the value of hard work and sacrifice.

4. Learning the attainment of physical fitness through good health habits.

5. To have the desire to excel to your potential.

6. To be willing to accept leadership roles instilled in the athletic programs.

7. To follow guidelines and regulations established by the Madison Prep

Academic Expectations

● Students must be in school at least a half of the school day to participate in practices or games that day, unless prior arrangements have been made with the administration.

● Because of travel to away games, it may be necessary for athletes to leave school prior to normal dismissal times. The student-athlete is responsible for any missed work and should work with the teacher to make up work within the time limits set by the teacher.

● Student-athletes should plan their time so that they devote sufficient time to their academic workload and so that their involvement in an athletic activity does not interfere with their studies. Academic commitments must be met before athletic events take place. Coaches should discuss these requirements with the athletes and monitor their success.

CONTESTS AND PRACTICES

Team members must be present and on time for all scheduled practice sessions and contests. Any athlete who is present in school but absent or late to the athletic activity without permission from the coach will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. That action ranges from a warning to suspension to dismissal from the team. Remember that once you have been placed on a team roster, you are making a commitment to that team for the full season. Games and practices may be rescheduled on short notice and students are expected to attend. Exceptions for non-attendance at scheduled practice sessions and games are limited to:

• Sickness

• Emergency appointments (e.g., doctor, dentist, college visitation)

• Funerals

• Religious obligations

• Special examinations, tests or overlapping seasons

It is the student’s responsibility to inform the coach in advance (if possible) prior to missing a practice or game.

Praise and Complaints

If a parent has a praise or complaint regarding any of the athletic programs, they are first asked to address this with the coach. If the complaint is not resolved, you are asked to speak to the Athletic Director about your concern. This process allows the school to resolve issues in a timely manner. Anonymous complaints will not be addressed.

Parent/Coach Communication

Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations. By establishing an understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide greater benefit to children. As parents, when your children become involved in our program, you have a right to understand what expectations are placed on your child. This begins with clear communication from the coach of your child’s program.

Communication you should expect from your child’s coach:

1. Philosophy of the coach.

2. Expectations the coach has for your child as well as all the players on the squad.

3. Locations and times of all practices and contests.

4. Team requirements, i.e. practices, special equipment, out-of-season conditioning, etc.

5. Procedure followed should your child be injured during participation.

6. Discipline that may result in the denial of your child’s participation.

Communication coaches expect from parents:

1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach.

2. Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.

3. Specific concerns with regard to a coach’s philosophy and/or expectations.

As your children become involved in the programs at Madison Preparatory Academy, they will experience some of the most rewarding moments of their lives. It is important to understand that there also may be times when things do not go the way you or your child wishes. At these times discussion with the coach is encouraged.

Appropriate concerns to discuss with coaches:

1. The treatment of your child, mentally and physically.

2. Ways to help your child improve.

3. Concerns about your child’s behavior.

It is very difficult to accept your child’s not playing as much as you may hope. Coaches are professionals. They make judgment decisions based on what they believe to be best for all students involved. As you have seen from the list above, certain things can be and should be discussed with your child’s coach. Other things must be left to the discretion of the coach.

Issues not appropriate to discuss with coaches:

1. Playing time.

2. Team strategy.

3. Play calling.

4. Other student-athletes.

There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and the parent. These are to be encouraged. It is important that both parties involved have a clear understanding of the other’s position. When these conferences are necessary, the following procedure should be followed to help promote a resolution to the issue or concern.

If you have a concern to discuss with a coach, the procedure you should follow is:

1. Call to set up an appointment with the coach. Their cell phone and e-mails are at the beginning of the handbook.

2. If the coach cannot be reached, call the Athletic Director. A meeting will be set up for you.

3. Please do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice. These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach. Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution.

What a parent can do if the meeting with the coach did not provide satisfactory resolution:

A. Call and set up an appointment with the Athletic Director to discuss the situation.

B. Call and set up an appointment with the Principal to discuss the situation.

Changing Teams:

In fairness to coaches and team members, an athlete can leave one team and join another but only after the following conditions has been satisfied:

Any player cut from a team during tryouts may immediately tryout for another team if that team has already completed its scheduled tryouts.

Any player quitting a team must have the original coach’s approval to try out

for another team. All uniform and equipment obligations must be met before approval can be given.

Any player dismissed from a team must have the original coach’s and the Athletic Director’s approval before joining another team.

CONFLICTS WITH OTHER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

An individual student who attempts to participate in too many activities will undoubtedly be in a position of conflicting obligations. The Athletic Department recognizes that each student should have the opportunity for a broad range of experiences in school activities and, to this end, will attempt to schedule events in a manner so as to minimize conflict. The athletes and parents/guardians must realize that many times schedules cannot be changed because of area/section regulations or facility usage.

UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT

Uniforms and equipment are essential parts of athletics. They protect you and identify you as a team member. At the beginning of a season, you will be issued uniforms and equipment. Any equipment required for your sport and not provided by the school must be provided by you. You must take care of your equipment. At the beginning of each season, all necessary uniforms and equipment are distributed. Each student-athlete is responsible for the care and return of all issued goods at the end of the season.

Any equipment needing repair must be brought to the coach’s attention immediately. You are responsible for all of the equipment issued to you.

It is your responsibility to return to the coach all clothing and equipment issued during the season. If you do not do this in a timely fashion, you will be required to pay to replace the missing article(s). If you do not pay for the missing articles you will not be allowed to participate until the obligations are met.

The head coach and/or designee will determine the collection times.

Failure to return uniforms or equipment will result in mid-term and/or final exams withheld and/or a financial obligation for replacement of the outstanding items

Dress for Away Athletic Events:

Because our student athletes are ambassadors of our school, each time they leave campus, it is expected that their appearance be appropriate.

Early Dismissal:

For many athletic events, students must be dismissed from school before normal dismissal time. Early dismissal from classes for athletic reasons does not release student athletes from class work responsibilities. Each athlete must make arrangements to get assignments to take missed quizzes or tests, or to handing in assignments

Transportation

Athletes must travel to athletic contests as a team on the bus provided. Once a game is over, athletes are expected to return to school as a team on the bus provided.

The only exception to this rule, with approval of the head coach, is if a parent wishes to take his/her own child home, the parent is required to approach the coach after the contest requesting to take his/her child. Proper behavior is expected of all athletes when on bus trips.

No athletic team or team member will be transported in private cars unless prior approval is given in writing by the Athletic Director. Buses will be used for away games. On rare occasions, for nearby trips, parents may be used to transport students.

INJURIES

If an athlete sustains an injury (sprain, concussion, laceration or bruise) serious enough to require treatment from a medical doctor, the athlete must obtain written permission from the physician and parent/guardian before being allowed to resume practice/competition.

NOTE: All incident reports must be completed by the coach and submitted to the Athletic Director immediately following the incident.

All medical reports concerning any athlete to resume athletic competition must be submitted to the head coach and a copy to the Athletic Director to be placed in the athlete’s folder on file in the Athletic Directors office.

If an athlete is absent from school for more than five consecutive days due to illness or injury, in order to resume athletic activity written permission from both the attending physician and parent/guardian must be obtained before the athlete is allowed to return to athletic competition.

In the event an athlete sustains a broken bone or an injury which requires the application of a cast or splint, the athlete will be automatically excluded from participation in athletic competition. Once the injury has healed and the cast/sprint has been removed, the athlete may return to athletic competition only when both the attending physician and parent/guardian provide written permission to do so.

The following procedures should be followed regarding minor injuries:

The Coach/Assistant Coach/onsite authorized physician will care for the injured athlete. Be sure to make the Athletic Director aware of the injury, in writing or by email, within 24 hours.

Injuries requiring a doctor or hospital visit:

NOTE: Notify the Athletic Director immediately or if he cannot be reached contact an Administrator. Parents should obviously be notified.

NOTE: If questions arise pertaining to the uncertainty of any injured athlete to return from an injury, the ultimate decision will always be determined or decided by the medical expert.

FACILITIES

Locker rooms:

Coaches are to see that these areas are supervised as long as any of their team members are present. All athletes are to use the locker room to change and store personal belongings.

Athletic lockers:

Lockers are loaned by the school as a privilege to the students and, as such, are school property and subject to school supervision and control. No prohibited items are to be stored in lockers at anytime. School administrators may inspect lockers at anytime. Students may lock lockers with personal locks (all combinations must be submitted to the Athletic Director or locks are subject to being cut). Students are urged to lock athletic clothing and equipment in lockers; items left unattended and unsecured are the responsibility of the student. Do not change lockers without the permission of the assistant principal.

Maintenance:

Each coaching staff is responsible for the basic maintenance and cleanliness of all facilities used by their program. The school cleaning service will assist in cleaning of facilities.

Security:

The Head Coach will be responsible for the securing of all facilities in use by his/her program.

Usage:

It is the responsibility of the coach to make sure that no student is allowed to use any of the facilities at Madison Preparatory Academy without proper supervision. Current Madison Preparatory Academy students and alumni will have priority to use our facility. Groups and other organizations can use the facility with proper permission from the Athletic Director and proper insurance coverage for their activity. Usage from outside groups must be placed on the school calendar in order to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Weight room:

Coaches must supervise their athletes at all times. There will be no exceptions. Straighten up the facility and lock securely upon leaving.

Drugs and Alcohol:

School rules are very specific as to the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco products. The use, possession, or distribution of any of these substances is forbidden. Any athlete who violates this policy is subject to possible dismissal from the team.

Theft:

Stealing from teammates, opponents, or others will not be tolerated. Any athlete involved in a theft will be dealt with in accordance to school policy. Personal items should not be left unattended or unsecured in locker rooms or hallways. If necessary, take personal items to practice with you.

Hazing:

Hazing is any knowing behavior, whether by commission or omission, of any student to encourage direct order or participate in any activity which subjects another student to potential or actual physical mental or psychological harm for the purpose of initiation or admission into, affiliation with, continued membership in or acceptance by existing members of any organization or extracurricular activity whether such behavior is planned or occurs on or off school property including any school bus and school bus stop, locker rooms, school facilities, etc. is not acceptable.

Athletic field trips:

Just as the classroom is designed to provide for an educational experience, the realm of sports can also be very educational. At times, athletic opportunities provide for teams to take overnight and extended team trips. The experience of travel and the opportunity to compete makes these events valuable additions to the overall high school experience. Student athletes are representatives of MPA as such carry a great deal of responsibility when teams travel. Best behavior is mandatory. All school rules apply when teams travel and violation of school and team rules carry disciplinary consequences. Athletes should be sure to familiarize themselves with the MPA Student Handbook regarding rules and consequences.

BOOSTER CLUB

Mission Statement:

Madison Preparatory Academy Booster Club is an organization of parents and friends of the MPA Athletic Program that promotes the student athlete through the following:

• Supporting the athletic programs financially

• Promoting athletic programs to parents and the community

• Coordinating fund raising activities

• Encouraging team spirit and unity

• Organizing parent support for the coaches

• Facilitating social functions for the parents

The MPA Boosters pursue the above activities without attempting to direct or control the technical functions or policies of the school administration, Athletic Director, MPA teachers or MPA coaches.

Fundraising:

Only school sanctioned fundraisers are permitted and must be approved by the Principal or the Athletic Director, the Athletic Director and the Principal. All other inquiries regarding fundraising must be directed to the Principal or Athletic Director.

Awards program

At the conclusion of the school year there will be a Sports Awards program sponsored by the MPA Athletic Department. Dates for the Sports Recognition Night will be announced by April 1st.

NCAA ELIGIBILITY FACTS

ATTENTION: For students entering any college or university on or after August 1, 2005, NCAA initial eligibility will be evaluated under new rules.

To get information on these new rules, you can contact the school Athletic Director or go to .

Basic Guidelines for Eligibility

BONA FIDE STUDENT

Student must be counted on the daily attendance records at your school. He/she is considered a student at your school after attending one class.

ENROLLMENT

Student must attend class during the first 11 school days of the first semester or he/she will be ineligible for the first 30 school days.

AGE

Student cannot become 19 years of age prior to September 1 of the current school year.

PROOF OF AGE

Student must provide legal proof of age, which meets the provisions of the LHSAA Handbook, to the school administrator to be kept of file.

CONSECUTIVE SEMESTERS

Once a student enters the ninth grade, he/she has eight consecutive semesters to play athletics. (Exception: "Hold Back Repeat Student" – See Rule 1.31 of the LHSAA Handbook)

SCHOLASTIC

1. To be eligible for the first semester of a school year, a student shall have earned at least six  (6) units from the previous school year which shall be listed on the student’s transcript, including any special education subject(s) and shall have at least a “C “ average as determined by the Local Education Authority when considering all “graded” subjects.

2. To be eligible for the second semester of a school year, a student shall pass at least six (6) units from the first semester of the school year, including any special education subjects.

RESIDENCE AND TRANSFER

If student attends a school outside of his/her "Home Attendance Zone," he/she is automatically ineligible for one year unless he/she meets the provisions of the Residence and Transfer Rule.

UNDUE INFLUENCE

If student has been recruited to your school for athletic purposes, the student will remain ineligible as long as he/she attends your school.

AMATEUR

Student cannot play high school athletics if he/she loses amateur status

INDEPENDENT TEAM

In certain sports student cannot play on a school team and an independent team during the same sport season.

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

If a student attends a school outside of his/her “Home Attendance Zone’, HE/SHE is automatically INELIGIBLE for one year to play a sport.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

In accordance to LHSAA RULES, a student must PASS a physical examination administered by a licensed, practicing physician, a Nurse Practitioner that is in collaboration with a licensed physician and complete an LHSAA medical history evaluation form prior to participating. This form must be kept on file with the school and is subject to inspection by LHSAA Rules Compliance Team.

ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION FORM

A school is required to complete and sign this form every year that a student participates in LHSAA athletics at a school. This form must be kept on file with the school and is subject to inspection by LHSAA Rules Compliance Team.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE/MISUSE CONTRACT

A school shall only be required to complete and sign this form the first time a student participates in LFSAA athletics at the school. This form must be kept on file with the school and is subject to inspection by LHSAA Rules Compliance Team.

SUSPENDED AND INELIGIBLE STUDENTS

Cannot participate in any interscholastic contest on any team at any school at any level until he or she presents written clearance from the school he or she has been suspended/expelled.

JONES/IKE

2015

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