2017 Bismarck High Girls Soccer Player/Parent Meeting

Coaches Andy Foss – Head Coach Michelle McGeary– Varsity Assistant Michael Frenzel – Varsity Assistant & Goalkeeper Coach Michelle McGeary– Varsity Assistant Logan Christensen– Varsity Reserve (JV) Coach Katie Berg – JV 2 Coach (JV Maroon)

Program expectations The Bismarck High Mission statement: “The mission of Bismarck High School is to foster a tradition of excellence by empowering students to become responsible citizens who make sound personal choices and decisions.” Program expectations

Program Expectations 2 things that you can control every day: Attitude Effort Committed to the team and the program Representing entire BHS girls soccer program – think about your actions Actions when in public and the community Social Media Bullying/Hazing Will not be tolerated Maintain good academic standing Playing soccer for BHS is a privilege, not a right

Lettering Play in at least 3 varsity matches Maintain good academic standing throughout the season No violations or suspensions for off the field actions

Important information Please complete before first practice (March 27th) Physical –http://www.sanfordhealth.org/bismarck/sports-physicals View “Know the Risks” video & sign form – form for parents and athlete View concussion video & sign form – parents and athlete View anti-bullying video (athlete only) Pay activity fee of $50 to the office (not to be confused with booster fee, unless family has met maximum)

Important Information “Paperwork” that needs to be done Medical release form Concussion sheet Code of Conduct Activity Fee paid into the office at BHS This is separate from the $50 booster fee

Important Dates March 16th– Online store opens (closes March 23rd) Get your gear ordered ASAP Tuesday, March 21st - ImPact concussion test date 5 pm in Room 215 at BHS March 27th - First Day of Tryouts 4:30 pm at Cottonwood (fingers crossed) If we can’t be outside, I will get word out ASAP about when/where tryouts will be conducted Tuesday, April 4th - Picture Day & Potluck 3:45 pm at BHS

Important Dates April 11th – First Varsity game – at Legacy @ at BAC April 22nd – Crossover games in West Fargo 1 pm – West Fargo 5 pm – WF Sheyenne April 27th – First game vs Century May 11th – Senior Night vs Mandan All Seniors dress Varsity May 17th – Team Banquet June 1-3 - State Tournament in Fargo

ImPACT Concussion testing ImPACT concussion testing (March 21st at BHS Rm 215 – Computer Lab next to Library - 5 pm) Any player new to BPS system – regardless of age Any player that may have missed the testing the previous year ALL freshman ALL juniors Any student-athlete new to the BPS district Those students that missed testing the previous year (i.e. someone who plays 10th grade football but did not play 9th grade football or any other sport 9th grade year) Those students who do not fit into one of the above categories but for some reason missed testing during the 2015-16 school year.

Tryouts March 27th– First Day of tryouts First 3 days will be used to evaluate players and decide teams Once teams are decided, teams will begin practicing together. Players may be moved depending on ability and coach’s discretion Players must complete a mandatory 9 practices prior to competing in first game Be prepared when practice begins If unable to attend a day of tryouts, player can contact Coach Foss via text, phone call or email

Online Merchandise Store www.bsnteamsports.com Access code: demons5M6T

Team Website/Communication www.bhsdemonsoccer.net/girls Schedules, rosters, team news, booster news, etc. can be found here Find us on Facebook & Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/Bismarck-High-Girls-Soccer @BHSDemonSoccer These will be updated frequently. Fastest way to receive practice/game time changes BHS Athletics website Rschool scheduling system

Booster Club Co-Presidents Secretary Treasurer Shari Zeis Amy Remboldt Siri Penn Treasurer Lynn Burgard

Questions, comments, concerns?