TEMPLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT
STATEMENT OF EXPECTATIONS
The Temple Independent School District believes that being an athlete in this District is an honor demanding many responsibilities. Being an athlete is a privilege, not a right.
The following are expectations for our athletes:
Be intense competitors during the contest while exhibiting good sportsmanship and courteous behavior.
Display positive leadership.
Aspire to the highest in moral and ethical values.
Conduct yourselves as ladies and gentlemen.
Show respect for others (faculty, students, opponents, and officials).
Strive to obtain a quality education, keeping this as the primary reason for attending school.
Develop and exhibit school pride.
As athletes in the Temple Independent School District, students present an image that reflects the District to both opponents and our school community. This image should be one of sportsmanship, competitiveness, and pride through positive action.
Participation in athletics sponsored by the Temple Independent School District and the University Interscholastic League is a privilege, not a right. Therefore, all students taking part in the program shall conform to all rules contained within the Temple I.S.D. policies, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Athletic Code of Conduct. When any rules or laws are violated, on or off school premises, during or after school hours, the administration, and coaches, at their sole discretion, shall have the right to deny the privilege of participating.
Violation of the principles outlined in the Athletic Code will result in corrective disciplinary action. The facts and circumstances will be taken into consideration when determining the appropriate action. Repeated violations will result in an increase in the severity of the punishment. The three types of action are as follows:
Constructive Punishment-Various physical exercises (i.e. lines, stand, tires) applicable to the specific sport. All corrective punishment must be completed prior to participation in a contest.
Suspension Punishment-Prohibits the athlete from participating in all or part of one or more contest. The athlete is expected to practice during the suspension period but will not suit-up or travel with the team for contest until the suspension period is completed. (Example)-(Academic Eligibility rules)
Dismissal Punishment-Results in the removal of the athlete from participation in the entire program. The Athletic Director will determine the use of Dismissal Punishment and set the length of dismissal.
Coaches are responsible for decisions affecting the teams they coach. Such decisions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Composition of the team
Verification of eligibility of athletes
Schedules
Playing time for individual students
Practice time (within the U.I.L. guidelines)
Disciplinary action
Awarding letters to athletes
Selection of individuals to be recognized for outstanding performance
Other rules not contradictory to the Athletic Code of Conduct
TEMPLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT
SECTION 1: STUDENT ATHLETE EXPECTATIONS
SECTION 2: ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT VIOLATIONS
