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MASON ATHLETICS The GM Athletic Program fosters excellence, teaches values, and enriches lives through competitive athletics that challenge student- athletes to reach their full potential.

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Visit our web site for lots of Booster news and information! Jesse Roth, President

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Why do we have it? How is it used? HOW MUCH? Game Admission Perk WHEN is/was it due? What happens if? (Waivers, installments) Bill Rose Fund Athletic Boosters

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RISKS MINIMIZE!!!!!!! PREVENT TREAT REHAB REPEAT

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Concussion Management All parents, athletes, and coaches have participated in the NFHSLearn Video presentation common language Academic Management will work primarily through Coach Galliher for return to academic participation/school (Teacher in-service/CVS) Difference between injuries while participating as GM athlete and injuries sustained OUTSIDE of GM

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Take 5, Pass 5 (HyC)

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Less than 19

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Take 5, Pass 5 Less than 19 8 Semesters

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Take 5, Pass 5 Less than 19 8 Semesters GOOD STANDING! Others. Transfer, enrollment, amateur, all-star

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No Detentions To Serve Not eligible to return until re- instated following a suspension

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For ATHLETES: In the Handbook Team Rules

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Compete with integrity, perseverance and a sense of fair play. Promote a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for opposing schools. Treat teammates, opponents, coaches, officials and spectators with respect. Exercise self-control in accepting officials decisions. Shake hands with opponents before and after each contest. Serve as positive role models to other students.

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Participation in our programs is a privilege, not a right. Student behavior off of school grounds is a concern. substance abuse jeopardizes the health and safety of the individual Parents, students, coaches all share the duty to report substance abuse incidents.

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Practice start times After school (3:15) or NOT after school Concussion Vital Signs Bull Run / Conference 35 / Region B Field Hockey JV Buses (Volleyball) Champions of Character Program

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Champions of Character Goal intentionally DO what we say we will do View online at: www.championsofcharacter.org

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Intentionally Teach Character Teach character like youd teach any skill: DefineSet specific, age appropriate, clear and concise expectations. ModelShow what your value looks like in an action setting. Demonstrate. ShapeRehearse potential problem situations. Praise good examples. Confront poor ones. ReinforcePositive verbal reinforcement for anything that comes closer to the desired behavior. Use names and the specific action youre reinforcing.

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The George Mason High School Athletic Program fosters excellence, teaches values, and enriches lives through competitive athletics that challenge student- athletes to reach their full potential.

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INTEGRITY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY SPORTSMANSHIP SERVANT LEADERSHIP

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Effectively Dealing with it...

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Be sure the athlete is involved Learning Maturation

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Contact the Coach FIRST

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Contact the Coach Not before a game/practice Not after a game/practice

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THE PLAYING TIME QUESTION...

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JUNIOR VARSITY/FRESHMAN Development, over time Varsity PreparationIN TIME! No minimum required...

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JUNIOR VARSITY/FRESHMAN Development, over time Varsity PreparationIN TIME! No minimum required... VARSITY Never guaranteed Coaches will strive to be fair.it is not fair to treat unequals as equals

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RIDE THE BUS!!!! FCCPS provides buses/vans for all athletic contests and athletes must ride to, and from, all contests on school provided transportation unless prior approval is granted. No exceptions!

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All student-athletes must be in school within ONE HOUR of school start time, and stay all day. You must give us 24 hr advance notice if you wish to participate and cannot meet that requirement Buses that arrive back to GM after midnightallow/not require up to ONE HOUR late arrival to school the next day.

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Academic/Extra-curricular Responsibilities. Students are expected to meet their academic requirements (including Band/Theatre/Clubs) without impacting the sports they have chosen to participate in. Academics are a top priority for our athletes but so are team sports values and responsibilities. Athletes are expected to discuss with coaches in advance if the student feels academic needs may conflict with practice/contests.

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Call or email: Tom Horn, Director of Athletics hornt@fccps.org 703-248-5598

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Athletic Department Staff Website for email http://www.masonathletics.org PLEASE SIGN UP FOR EMAIL NOTIFICATION THROUGH THE WEB SITE!!!!!!!!