Chapter IV - O-Line Sports



TABLE OF CONTENTSGeneral Information2Athlete’s Prayer 3Mission 3Vision 3Philosophy 3Goals and Objectives 5Eligibility Requirements5Code of Conduct 7Coach’s Responsibilities8Schedules 9PAC5 Participation10Injuries 11Volunteer Program11Fundraising12Varsity Letter & Letterman’s Jacket12Logo Usage12Travel 13A.GENERAL INFORMATIONSchool Colors: Royal Blue and WhiteSchool Nickname: PatriotsSchool Motto:A Mind for Truth and a Heart for GodAthletic Motto:One God, One Vision, One TeamAthletics Website:Alma Mater:Patriots’ PrideWe stand up proud with Patriots’ prideAs soaring eagles glideThrough tattered flags we will prevailFor God’s love never failsA mind for truth and heart for GodHis cross shall cover thee!And shine through us for all to seeWe’re His AcademyWe’re called to have a Servant’s heartWe’re yielding to His willStewards, Scholars, and moral StatesmenAre goals we will fulfillThe Principle Approach we learnwill live inside of meWe stand up proud with loyalty toChristian AcademyLeaguesElementary (Grades 4 – 6) – Christian Schools Athletic League (CSAL) Middle School (Grades 7 – 8) – Interscholastic League of Hawaii (ILH)High School (Grades 9 – 12) – Interscholastic League of Hawaii (ILH)The Noah Plan or The Principle Approach is a registered trademark of the Foundation for American Christian Education.B.ATHLETE’S PRAYERDear Heavenly Father,We thank you for your grace and mercy upon our lives. Give us a teachable spirit to receive guidance and instruction from our coaches, a spirit of unity to work together as a team, the strength to persevere through the contest before us, your wisdom to overcome the challenges set before us, your peace which surpasses all understanding, and humility to accept defeat or victory. We pray for the safety of every player that has set foot on this field of competition. No matter the outcome, we pray that you will receive the glory and honor in all that we do. We ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.C.VISIONOur scholar-athletes will fully declare their love for Jesus, family, and school. The athletics program will train and equip participants to be the victorious champions they are called to be, walking in the Word of God and living a life of integrity unto Him. We will demonstrate “a Mind for Truth and a Heart for God” as servants, stewards, scholars, and statesmen. We will advance His kingdom utilizing the gifts He has given to each of us.D.MISSIONOur athletes will be unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, taking His Truth and promises from the classroom to the community. Employing the principles of discipleship, our goal is to equip our athletes with excellent skills, perseverance, and Christian character, which will enable them to meet challenges on and off the fields of competition. We will represent all that we stand for and believe at Christian Academy - “One God, One Vision, One Team!”PHILOSOPHY“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15: 57-58 (NKJV)“Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown”. I Corinthians 9:24-25 (NKJV)“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:17 (NKJV) We recognize the Word of God as the foundation for athletic participation.We will be set apart from all others in the leagues in which we participate for His Glory.Our love for Jesus will not be suppressed or conformed to a humanistic worldview. We have been called to be His disciples to all nations.Our character will be beyond reproach, and our teams will reflect Christian values. Every athlete learns that s/he is a representative of Christ, his/her family, and the school.Our coaches will set the example of excellence, living their lives in a way that honors God.We seek to develop the scholar-athlete physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Each sport is taught with the purpose of building the character of Christ within each participating student.We believe that our abilities are a gift from God and that we are obligated to use them to their fullest.We value athletics as a vital part of physical and social development.We believe that athletics can teach positive values, build confidence and promote respect for the athletes themselves and for others.We believe in the value of effort and teamwork, and that good sportsmanship supersedes winning.1.The Athletic Program provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in both individual and team sports. The Program serves to develop the following ideals within students:An active relationship with ChristKnowledge of God’s WordCommitmentLoyalty, perseverance, and humilityApplication of the biblical principles such as stewardship, goal-setting, faith, vision, and the power of the tongueLeadership and statesmanship through servanthoodPhysical discipline2.On the athletic field, students are afforded the opportunity to demonstrate the depth of their understanding of God’s principles and truths and reveal the quality of character within themselves as athletes. The coaching staff utilizes every opportunity to mentor, inspire, reinforce, and teach the principles of the Word of God, endeavoring to call forth the character of Christ from each participant.F.GOALS AND OBJECTIVESTo glorify God in all that we do.To develop school pride among the student body, our families, and alumni.To provide opportunities for our students to participate in athletics.To provide and maintain safe facilities.To provide qualified coaches who exhibit Christian character.To develop responsibility to oneself and to others.To promote good sportsmanship.To recognize students’ participation and achievement in athletics.To foster positive relations with the community.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSParticipationScholar-athletes must have the following prior to participation in any conditioning, practices, or games.Registration including payment of sports fee. Fees for participation in PAC5 sports will be paid in full by the individual athlete.A completed Athletics Participation Form which includes:Student AgreementParent/Guardian AgreementMedical Insurance InformationPhysical Examination (to be completed, signed and dated by a physician within 12 months of participation)Completion of ImPACT (Immediate Post Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing) for grades 7 – 12, certified every two years.Attendance at the mandatory parent orientation meeting(s)Completion of Athletics Program Covenant Form by athlete and parentScholar-athletes will not be allowed to play two sports in the same season unless cleared by the Athletic Director. Situations of concurrent sport participation will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Scholar-athletes may be allowed to participate in sports that have seasonal overlap. However, the completion of the sport in progress shall take priority over the sport just beginning. All meetings, practices, and competitions of concluding sport must be attended.2.Academic EligibilityEligibility will be monitored at all times. Scholar-athletes who are deemed ineligible must attain the minimum academic requirements before regaining eligibility. Students who are persistently ineligible may be dismissed from the team and will not allowed to participate in team events, practice and games. Each participating student will acknowledge that s/he is responsible and accountable to maintain their eligibility requirements in order to participate in the athletic program.A scholar-athlete who has made a team and withdraws or is dismissed for academic and/or disciplinary reasons may be ineligible to participate in athletics for up to one calendar year at the discretion of the Athletic Director and Principal.It is important that the scholar-athlete understands his/her commitment and obligation to the team for the duration of the season. It is an honor and privilege to be selected for the team and to represent Christian Academy.Elementary (4th-6th grade)Scholar-athletes must have a current academic grade of C-/70% or above in every subject to participate.The prior year’s 4th quarter grades will be used to determine eligibility for all fall sports.Scholar-athletes’ citizenship grades must be C or above.A scholar-athlete with any academic grade and/or citizenship grade below a C-/C respectively will be declared ineligible to play. Grades will be regularly monitored and checked by the Athletic Director.Scholar-athletes will be reinstated to eligibility after confirmation from their teachers/Powerschool that they have raised their academic grade/s to C-/70% or above and/or their citizenship grade to C or above.Conduct: BEHAVIORThe highest standards of Christian character and sportsmanship are expected of our Christian Academy athletes on and off the playing field.Middle & High School (7th-12th grade)Scholar-athletes must have a current academic grade of C-/70% or above in every subject to participate.The prior year’s 4th quarter grades will be used to determine eligibility for all fall sports.Scholar-athletes’ citizenship grades must be C or above.A scholar-athlete with a grade and/or citizenship grade below a C-/C respectively will be declared ineligible to play. Grades will be regularly monitored and checked by the Athletic Director.Scholar-athletes will be reinstated to eligibility after confirmation from their teachers/Powerschool that they have raised their academic grade/s to C-/70% or above and/or their citizenship grade to C or above.Conduct: BEHAVIORThe highest standards of Christian character and sportsmanship are expected of our Christian Academy athletes on and off the playing field. Major and extreme disciplinary infractions (see Chapter III) may affect player eligibility.Awards: Each sport recognizes outstanding athletes. Scholar-athletes are eligible to letter in each sport as set forth by the Athletic Department.3.Tryouts may be necessary if there are more students interested than a roster will allow. Tryouts will last no more than one week and all players will be notified of the final selection. CODE OF CONDUCTCoaches, athletes, and families will maintain and demonstrate a Christ-like character at all times. They will manage conflict and confrontations in a Christ-like manner by applying biblical principles, such as following the Peacemaker principles for conflict resolution with students, parents, staff, and administration as commanded in Matthew 18:15-17. See Chapter III, Biblical Steps to Resolving Conflict.1.CoachesCommunicate with, inspire, and motivate, scholar-athletes through effective oral and written communication.Maintain an excellent relationship with administration, athletes, peers, and plete staff development requirements. Submit to authority.AthletesMaintain academic eligibility.Understand the rules of the sport and regulations of the league in which you are municate with, inspire, and motivate your teammates through effective oral and written communication.Participate in all activities and fundraisers.Follow through with responsibilities as instructed by coaches.Learn to work with administration, peers, and coaches.Submit to authority.Student-athletes participating or attending a school sports event or practice, must follow the spirit of the general uniform policy.3.FamiliesAttend all mandatory parents’ meetings.Support your child through involvement. Attend games, sign up as team parents, encourage good study habits, and participate in all fundraisers.Learn and understand the rules of the sport and regulations of the league in which your child is municate positively, inspire, and motivate the players and coaches.Participate in all activities and fundraisers.Work with administration, peers, and coaches.Support the coaches and players with prayer and words of encouragement.Be submissive and respectful of the referees and officials at all times.Pick up your child promptly after all practices and games.Congratulate the team no matter the outcome of the game.COACH’S RESPONSIBILITYLead students to a realization of their worth in Christ.To place Christ as the head in every class and in every activity, practice, and game.Motivate scholar-athletes to accept God’s gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through your witness and Christian role modeling.Help each scholar-athlete to cultivate a love for the Word of God.Help each scholar-athlete to grow in his or her personal relationship with Christ.Know and meet all leagues and/or athletic association requirements of sport in which membership is held. Keep administration aware of league decisions, team accomplishments, and problems that may require administrative attention.Train and disciple scholar-athletes to be successful through sports.Train scholar-athletes in skills and knowledge of the specific sport and league rules.Ensure scholar-athletes meet academic requirements upon re-eligibility by confirming with the Athletic Director.Develop and disciple the scholar-athletes to reflect a Christ-like character in all activities. Promote family involvement and communication.Keep families informed of calendar changes.Report results and accomplishments.Recognize student effort and accomplishments.Participate in fundraisers that support the team and athletic program.Develop and maintain professional growth.Develop and maintain relationship with scholar-athletes, parents, and staff by treating others with friendliness, respect, and consideration.Recognize the need for good public relations. Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school’s constituency and the general public.Maintain a teachable attitude by seeking the counsel of God, an administrator, colleague, or parent.Attend and participate in scheduled devotions, training programs, and selected Parent-Teacher Fellowship rm the Athletic Director in a timely manner if unable to fulfill any duty assigned.Assist the Athletic Director in investigating potential athletic leagues and/or events for scholar-athlete participation that will support the school’s mission and vision.Cooperate with the administration and school board in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school.Safety ProceduresKnow the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) procedures in responding to emergency situations.Supervise and care for students in the event of a disaster or other emergency.Maintain your CPR/First Aid certification (semi-annual).At NO time will coaches be allowed to transport any player to/from practices/games in their personal vehicles.Other duties as assigned.SCHEDULES Practice and game schedules are available on our website .Practice schedules are subject to the availability of facilities and coaches’ schedules.Parents are responsible to arrange transportation to and from all practices and games.In consideration of our coaches, please pick-up your child immediately after practice and games. A late fee may be assessed for students not picked-up on time.Athletes in grades 4 – 8 who remain at on-campus practices or games after the designated ending time will be placed in the extended care program and parents will be responsible to pay for the drop-in fees.All athletes must be picked up by their parents/guardians/representative prior to coaches leaving the facilities.In the event that a practice or game is cancelled, every attempt will be made to contact the parent to make timely plans for picking up the child at the end of the school day.Absences from practices and games:Academic reasons (finishing a test, attending a study group, tutoring, etc.): Athletes must provide a note to their coach upon their arrival to the athletic event. Each note must be dated, explain the reason for the absence, list the in and out times (during which the scholar-athlete was under the teacher’s supervision), and signed by the teacher. Absences without such notes will be unexcused and handled on a team-by-team basis.Medical reasons (illness, doctor’s appointment, etc.): Athletes must provide a note to their coach and/or the Athletic Director upon their arrival to the athletic event. Each note must be dated, explain the reason for absence, and have either the parent’s signature (when the scholar-athlete has not seen a physician) or the physician’s signature. Absences without such notes will be unexcused and handled on a team-by-team basis. If medical clearance is required but has not been granted by the physician, the scholar-athlete will not be allowed to participate in conditioning, practices, or games.Other (trips/vacations): The two-and-a-half month season should be considered a commitment and absences should be planned accordingly around the practice and game schedule. The values of teamwork, dedication, commitment, decision-making, time management, and sacrifice are all diminished when players miss a part of their respective season.School Events (Proms/Winter Balls/Banquets): Christian Academy will, as much as possible, ensure that school events do not conflict with the athletic schedules. In the event that an athlete is invited to another school’s special function, we request consideration be made to your commitment to the team and make necessary arrangements that will not interfere with your team’s competition. Each situation will be considered on a case-by-case basis with the coach and Athletic Director.The Head Coach will ensure that the following be available at each practice and game site:Cell phone with number registered at the school officeFirst Aid KitRequired equipment for sport Scholar-athletes roster and emergency contact informationEmergency Action Plan (EAP)Athletic Directors cell phone numberFacility permits for gyms, courts, etc.K.PAC5 PARTICIPATIONAs a member of the ILH, our students have the opportunity to participate with PAC5, which includes but not limited to football, wrestling, baseball, judo, and soccer.1.Families should be aware that these coaches are not from Christian Academy; therefore, their beliefs and attitudes may vary. However, if you, as a parent, are witness to any inappropriate behavior or language being used by any of the coaches or have concerns about the program, contact the Christian Academy Athletic Director.2.Christian Academy participants are responsible to:Meet all Christian Academy eligibility requirements Provide their own transportation to and from practices/games, andPay all the fees incurred by their participation. Fees will vary from sport to sport.INJURIES1.Pre-season conditioning is an important component in minimizing injury. Therefore, it is strongly encouraged that all potential scholar-athletes participate in the pre-season conditioning practices.Injuries that occur during practices and/or games will be immediately tended to with general first aid by the coaching staff or on site trainers. All physicians’ notes must be submitted to the Athletic Department and/or the Nurse’s Office. The Athletic Department will make the final determination on the release of the scholar-athlete from injured reserved status.4.Any scholar-athlete that has incurred an injury during practices, games, outside of the formal athletic arena, or has a pre-existing injury will remain on injured-reserve status until officially released by a written note from his/her physician. Notes or telephone calls from parents releasing scholar-athletes from injured-reserved status will not be accepted. M.VOLUNTEER PROGRAMThe foundation of our volunteer program is the conviction that parents bear the primary responsibility for their children’s education and training. Parent involvement is the practical and visible implementation of this Christian philosophy of education. Parent’s response to volunteer opportunities will vary according to their schedule and family make-up, however volunteering should be a part of every family’s schedule in the school community. 1.Benefits of volunteering Reduces the need to employ support staff required to accomplish the work.Parents work together with administration and staff to provide a complete biblical education for their children.Parents and children develop a closer relationship and appreciation for each other as parents grow to understand the needs of their children and the school, and children witness their parent’s interest in their activity.2.The biblical philosophy and goals of the athletic program reflects the application of principles and absolutes of scripture to the educational task. Volunteers must be familiar with these policies and demonstrate consistency with the goals and beliefs of the school in both word and deed.3.Pre-requisites to being a successful volunteer. Commitment: Assist the students, teachers, and administration of the school just as you would commit to an employer.Dependability: Follow through on assignments and give as much prior notice as possible when you become unavailable.Uniformity: Follow procedures, schedules and guidelines that the school, teacher, or coach as communicated. Punctuality: Always be on time.Christ-like Conduct: Bear the mark of servant-hood modeled by Christ so that the students will benefit from your time with them. His Spirit will show in your manner and work.4.Suggestions or ideas to enhance our program are welcome. Changes to the Athletic Program will not be implemented without prior approval by the Athletic Director and/or the Principal.FUNDRAISINGEach scholar-athlete is assessed a participation fee; however, this fee only represents a portion of the actual cost. Therefore, parents/guardians and athletes are expected to participate in the Parent Teacher Fellowship’s fundraising events throughout the year to help cover expenses of the athletic department, which participation fees do not fully cover. VARSITY LETTER & LETTERMAN’S JACKET1.High School scholar-athletes qualify to letter in a Varsity sport by successfully completing their respective sports season as follows:Participate in at least 20% of the games.Attend games, practices, and team meetings.Have no more than 3 unexcused absences as determined by their Head coach.Not on Academic Probation at the conclusion of the season.No disciplinary actions in regards to unsportsmanlike conduct.2.High School scholar-athletes qualify to order a Letterman’s jacket through the Athletic Department, with the Athletic Director’s approval, upon successful completion of a varsity sport with the same criteria as earning a varsity letter. Varsity letterman’s jackets may be worn at school in lieu of the school uniform jackets.LOGO USAGEAll athletic-related items such as t-shirts, jackets, bags, memos, letters to parents, etc. shall use the official Christian Academy athletic logo and school colors. The electronic file is available upon approval by the Athletic Director. The official school colors are Royal Blue and White. Black and grey are authorized for t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodie style jackets, etc.Designs not created by the department must be approved by the Athletic Director prior to the manufacturing and distribution of the items.TRAVELApprovalsAny Christian Academy Patriots athletic team traveling overnight on Oahu or off-island must have prior approval by the Athletic Director and Principal, and conform to travel policies. All off-island requests for travel must be placed a minimum of 9 months prior to scheduled departure. Exemptions are given to State qualifiers and participants.Prior to discussion with parents and/or team, coaches must provide information for proposed chaperones, transportation, and accommodations, and proposed budget to the Athletic Director for approval. Priorities for trip approval:Any varsity team qualifying for a State Tournament.Any varsity team receiving an invitation to participate in an organized tournament.Any varsity team scheduling tournament games for pre-season.A team will be allowed only one pre-season trip during its season (excluding State tournament trips). No team will be allowed to travel out of State in consecutive years.All trips (excluding state tournaments) will be funded by each team’s own fundraising events, after all league fees have been realized.A breach of any Family-School Handbook rule may result in the athlete being sent home. The player or his/her family will be responsible for any and all travel expenses incurred from travel changes made due to disciplinary reasons. The scholar-athlete will also be subject to further disciplinary action at the discretion of the Athletic Director and Principal. ................
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