handbook

Peet athletics is a two-year program to develop a strong foundation for those individuals who wish to pursue an athletic career at Conroe High School. For the high school programs to be successful, there must be a strong foundation of character and integrity from those who are involved.

A solid foundation of character is the basis of being the best person and best athlete you can be. The most significant parts of the foundation are the cornerstones of belief and unity.

Belief- Most programs fail because athletes do not believe in it. They feel that something else will work better. If athletes do not believe in the program, they will not be motivated to put full intensity into their workouts.

Resolve- To have resolve, you must first develop a mission of what you want to achieve. It is based on correct principles that are fundamental guidelines of how you conduct and govern yourself.

Resolve entails the process of preparation and properly conditioning yourself. The process incorporates objectives, procedures, timetables, daily practices, and work out schedules.

Discipline- Discipline means following through on your commitment to the mission and plan. Discipline is doing the right thing at the right time.

Courage- Courage enables one to face a difficult situation or problem head on. You must do what you believe is right and not give in to what is the popular view of others.

Perseverance- Often success doesn’t go to the swiftest, but rather the one who is the most persistent and determined.

Unity- Unity is putting your teammates first and yourself second. The success of the team depends on you doing your part. Each athlete has a role to play that contributes to the overall success of the team. A team that has good unity has synergism. Synergism means the whole is greater that the sum of its parts.

An Absolute is for ALL athletes, at ALL times, at ALL places while attending and representing PEET JUNIOR HIGH. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

4. Academic negligence is unacceptable. (Not turning in assignments, truancy, and not taking the opportunity to retest when given)

These absolutes are ethical and moral choices that will be made by our athletes everyday, regardless of individual opinions.

We make choices everyday! Some are right, some are wrong. When athletes make a wrong choice it is by their CHOICE; therefore, there will be a consequence. When a wrong choice is made, it is usually for instant gratification, without realizing the long-term effect it will have. Making the right choice may not benefit the individual until later.

Our disciplinary procedure is character based. We direct the wrong decision making back to character.

Our Level 2 discipline program is a character-based packet, to be completed by the next practice. Failure to turn this in is another wrong choice and will result in further consequences. Level 2 is anyone that is placed in ISS, OSS or RA.

* Athletics is a privilege, not a right. Therefore, individuals participating in athletics are held accountable to a higher standard. This is to enhance the character and integrity of our athletic program. There are certain procedures and guidelines set forth for our athletes. If individuals cannot adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Peet athletic program, they may wish to choose another extra curricular activity at Peet Junior High.

Every player will be given an equal opportunity to participate. This does not mean equal playing time. Every player who participates in practices and displays a positive attitude will be given an opportunity to play. It is our position to be competitive, but not win at all cost. Everyone is a part of the team and will have a responsibility to the team. No individual is above his team or teammates. Our decision-making is honest and fair and is based on what is best for the team and not the individual.

* A physical, travel card, birth certificate, and $15.00 athletic fee must be on file to participate.

All schedules are carefully planned, but may be revised if necessary. A monthly workout schedule will be sent home.

7^th Boys and Girls athletics will be in the morning and during 1^st period. Starting times may vary for each sport. (See practice schedule)

8^th Boys and Girls athletics practice will be in the afternoon during 5^th period and after school. Ending practice time will vary with each sport. (See practice schedules)

Any player with an unexcused absence will be suspended for the next game. On the second unexcused absence, the player will be suspended for two games. On the third unexcused absence, the player will be removed from the team. An unexcused absence is being in school and not coming to practice, unless approved by the head coach of that sport on the day of such absence. If you are going to check out during the day, let us know.

All students, including athletes, must be on time to practice. The locker room will be locked at 7:25am and 3:20pm to secure and insure the athletes that their property is safe. No one will be allowed to re-enter the lockeroom until practice is over. If you have to leave early, make arrangements to have your things with you ahead of time.

Each athlete will be issued practice clothes and seasonal athletic equipment. If a boy/girl does not have his/her issued clothes, he/she will be assigned a consequence. At the end of each season, the players will return the issued uniforms/equipment. If any item is not returned, the player is responsible to pay for the lost item.

All athletes are expected to display an appropriate behavior at all times. Any disrespect toward an authoritative figure and any disruption that affects the safety or learning environment of any other student will not be tolerated. Disciplinary action will be taken.

Any player assigned an administrative ASD will be suspended for one game, however, the student may request Saturday School from their grade level principal to replace an ASD assignment in order to be eligible for participation that week. The first assignment will be on the Saturday immediately following the ASD assignment (no exceptions) from 8am-10am. Further requests for replacement ASD (2, 3, 4…) will be from 8am-12pm.

Anyone placed in ISS will not be allowed to practice and will be suspended for 2 games. He/she will also be required to complete the Athletic Character Packet before being allowed to return to athletics. Players who are placed in ISS for the second time will be removed from the team. A third placement and players WILL BE REMOVED from athletics.

Anyone placed in DAEP will be removed from the team. A second DAEP assignment will result in removal from athletics.

Students are expected to maintain a passing grade (70). Anyone failing at the end of the first 6/9 weeks becomes ineligible by UIL guidelines. It is expected that players will continue to be at practice during their three weeks of ineligibility. Athletes can become eligible at the end of the 3-week grading period if they are passing all classes.

Conroe ISD provides transportation to and from sporting events. Players are expected to ride the bus to and from athletic events. Please make arrangements to pick your son/daughter up at Peet Junior High.

No one will be allowed to participate in athletic activities with any type of jewelry or accessories. Failure to remove these will result in disciplinary action.

The policies and procedures outlined in the CISD student handbook must be followed at all times by all athletes.