September 2, 20156:30pm - MVMMS

Athletic Informational Presentation

TONIGHT’S AGENDA

1. Explanation of Tonight's Meeting2. Athletic Offerings3. Student/Parent Handbook4. Basic MIAA rules5. FamilyID6. Red Raiders Quick Facts7. MHS Athletic Website8. Coaches Expectations9. Parent Expectations10.Student/Athlete Expectations11.Questions

Interscholastic athletics are intended to provide a competitive experience for our most qualified student/athletes. Strong programs are offered for both boys and girls

throughout three seasons. The lessons of teamwork, pride in accomplishment, and good sportsmanship learned on the playing field are valuable to all who participate. We urge you to consider athletics as in integral part of your students' education. Participation on an athletic team can be a rewarding experience. It is important that students and parent realize time demands, commitment, dedication and sacrifice required for participation on

an athletic team before making this commitment.

Participation in the MHS athletic program is a privilege, all students/athletes are expected to provide a leadership role for members of the student body, and always act in

an exemplary manner that will be complimentary to the team, school and communityACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY

Fall athletic eligibility will be based on the final year end grades from the previous school year. All incoming freshman are eligible for fall athletic teams regardless of final 8th grade year end grades.

For the remaining seasons, a student must secure during the last marking period preceding the contest(e.g. second quarter marks and not semester grades determine third quarter eligibility) a

passing grade in 5 out of the 6 classes.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION POLICY A physical exam is good for 13 months to the day. Once a student's physical has expired, the

student will no longer be eligible to participate until a new physical form is on file.

CONCUSSION COURSE The state law requires that student/athletes along with their parent(s)/guardian(s) complete the on line concussion course. Note: Concussion certification must be completed PRIOR to beginning your

online registration. The concussion course must be completed yearly.

ATHLETIC OFFERINGS2015-2016 -Fall

• Cross Country – Boys and Girls• Field Hockey - Varsity, Junior Varsity• Football – Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Golf• Boys Soccer – Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Girls Soccer – Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Volleyball – Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Girls Swim

ATHLETIC OFFERINGS2015-2016 -Winter

• Boys Basketball - Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Girls Basketball - Varsity, Junior Varsity,

Freshman• Gymnastics - Varsity• Boys Hockey – Varsity, Junior Varsity• Boys Indoor Track - All Grades• Girls Indoor Track – All Grades• Boys Swimming - Varsity• Wrestling - Varsity

ATHLETIC OFFERINGS2015-2016 -Spring

• Baseball - Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman• Softball - Varsity, Junior Varsity• Girls Track – All Grades• Boys Track – All Grades• Boys Tennis - All Grades• Girls Tennis – All Grades• Boys Lacrosse – Varsity, Junior Varsity• Girls Lacrosse – Varsity, Junior Varsity

Basic MIAA Rules• All MIAA rules can be found on the MIAA

website www.miaa.net• Snapshot of basic rules

– Age eligibility– Academic eligibility– Physical Examination– MIAA bona fide team rule #45– Chemical Health Rule– Hazing– Student conduct– Attendance/Dismissal An explanation of the above can be found on the MIAA

website and the MHS Student Handbook

FAMILYID REGISTRATIONBefore You RegisterYou MUST complete the online concussion course BEFORE you register online.The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires that all athletes, band members, cheerleaders and parents/guardians take an online concussion course each year. As you complete the registration process you will be required to sign-off indicating that you both have completed the online course.http://www.nfhslearn.com/electiveDetail.aspx?courseID=38000 or http://www.cdc.gov/ConcussionHave The Following Information Handy:Doctor Information, Health Insurance information, Date of current physical. (Physical date should not be older than 13 months)BEGIN YOUR ONLINE REGISTRATION using this link to FamilyID:https://www.familyid.com/melrose-athletic-departmentNew UserCreate your secure FamilyID account by entering your family name, e-mail address and password. You will receive an e-mail with a link to confirm your new account.Fill out the information requested on the registration form. You will receive an e-mail from FamilyID confirming your registration. You can log back into FamilyID.com at any time to update your information and to check on the sport for which you are registered.Returning UserUse your FamilyID log on. If you do not remember your log on please call FamilyID to reset it for you.Make sure that you click on ‘save & continue ‘, review your entries the click on ‘complete registration’.If you need assistance you can call FamilyID at 888-800-5583 ext #1. Support is available 7 days per week from early morning through late evening.LASTLY – A Clearance Card Needs To Be IssuedOnce you have completed the concussion course, FamilyID Online Registration, submitted current physical, returned all equipment and/or uniforms and payment to the Athletic Office; a clearance card will be issued. Athletes MUST have a clearance card to participate in try-outs or practice.PaymentsCheck should be made out to Melrose High School and submitted to the Athletic Office.

Sports Injuries

• Mr. Steve Mirasolo - Certified Athletic Trainer• Report all injuries• Doctor’s Note• Concussion• Treatment• Contact: smirasolo@melroseschools.com

MHS RED RAIDERS – ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT – QUICK FACTS:

AVERAGE GPA OF STUDENT ATHLETES Averages include all levels SCHOOL YEAR 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR 2014-2015

FALL SEASON 3.49 FALL SEASON 3.57WINTER SEASON 3.40 WINTER SEASON 3.46SPRING SEASON 3.52 SPRING SEASON 3.56

Melrose is a member of the:• Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association• Middlesex League (Freedom Division), District “B”• Massachusetts Secondary School Athletic Directors Association• Massachusetts Secondary School Administrators’ Association

ADDITIONAL FACTS:• Multiple League and Sectional Championships• Visit us online at Melrose Public Schools, “Athletics”• Coaches Directory for all sports can be accessed on line• Convenient online registration through FamilyID• Facilities include a state of the art baseball stadium, field-turf facility, gymnasium and athletic training

facility. Auxiliary grass fields, shared field turf facilities and off-site venues complete Melrose’s practice and game sites.

Coaches Expectations1. Promote the health and safety of all student-athletes at all times. Create a safe environment. 2. Be a model of appropriate language, sportsmanship, and behavior and demand this of all team personnel. 3. Respect and dignify each student-athlete as an individual. 4. Establish time demands that acknowledge the primary importance of each student-athlete's academic and family responsibilities. Communicate these demands in a timely manner. 5. Promote among athletes and coaches a solid sense of team membership. 6. Maintain an awareness of recent thinking and strategy in their specific sport or discipline. 7. Assist, whenever appropriate and mutually convenient, with the post high school planning for individual student-athletes as it relates to athletics. 8. Be available to parents at times that are mutually convenient. 9. Work with school personnel, when appropriate, to advocate for the best interest of the student-athletes. 10. Encourage student-athletes to experience high school in a well-rounded manner. Foster their interests to pursue other options in addition to your specific sport. Speaking in a derogatory fashion about other sports or activities is unprofessional and unacceptable. 11. Understand the prioritization that all in-season sports take full precedence over any voluntary workouts for sports that are out-of-season. 12. Adhere to all MIAA Melrose Public School district and athletic department policies at all times.

Parent Expectations

1. Support your student athlete's efforts toward success.2. Work to promote a positive environment that is conducive to the development of your student athlete.3. Become familiar with, athletic department rules and regulations with your student-athlete. 4. Communicate any concerns in a timely manner. 5. Treat all coaching personnel with courtesy and respect, and insist your student/athlete does the same. 6. Make every effort to accompany your student-athlete to informational meetings offered by the coach and/or the athletic department. 7. Assure that your student-athlete will attend all scheduled practices and athletic contests. 8. Acknowledge and support the ultimate authority of the coach to determine strategy and player selection. 9. Promote and model mature and sportsmanlike behavior at all athletic contests. 10. Work closely with coaches, guidance counselors, and school personnel to identify a reasonable and realistic future for your student-athlete after high school. 11. Attend as many contests as possible to show support for your child, the team, and the school.

1. The student athletes of Melrose High School will be committed to the school athletic program on and off season by:

• Following the rules set by the coaches and the school.• Participating enthusiastically.

• Making appropriate personal sacrifices for the good of the team.• Recognizing that student participation in athletics is a privilege.

• Setting challenging and realistic goals.• Developing a winning attitude.

• Maintaining high academic standards.• Being committed to skill development in their sport.

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STUDENT/ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS

2. The student athletes of Melrose High School will communicate openly and honestly with respect for coaches, teammates, parents, officials, and opponents by:

• Developing a team attitude.• Being coachable and open to constructive feedback.

• Sharing appropriate individual and team concerns with the coaching staff.

STUDENT/ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS

STUDENT/ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS

3. The student athletes of Melrose High School will demonstrate good citizenship and sportsmanship by:

• Behaving with integrity.• Exhibiting pride in their team and school.

• Playing by the rules.• Accepting responsibility as a role model for others.

• Supporting other sports and under level teams.• Playing with dignity and grace, regardless of winning or losing.

STUDENT ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS

4. The student athletes of Melrose High School will develop and maintain mental and physical (health) behaviors by:

• Being alcohol and drug free.• Practicing self-discipline.

• Demonstrating good personal health habits.• Dealing with challenges in a positive manner

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS