Parent and Student-Athlete Meeting August 12, 2019 2019 Simle Volleyball Parent and Student-Athlete Meeting August 12, 2019

Coach Introductions Brittni Fettig – 8th Grade A Kalli Swenson – 8th Grade B Kylee Leingang – 8th Grade C Mari Riehl – 7th Grade A Kelsey Boyce – 7th Grade B Suzanne Ternes – 7th Grade C

3 Need-To-Do’s 1. Register Athletes Online: https://legacy-ar.rschooltoday.com 2. Pay Activity Fee ($40) - online through MyPayments Plus www.mypaymentsplus.com - Or at the Simle Office 3. Get a Physical – Cannot Practice Without It (Athletes need 9 Practices before Game Play)

Season Expectations Equipment/attire Be on time for practice and game arrival/departure Athletes are expected to be at all practices and games 3 unexcused practices = removal from team Unexcused = detentions, hair cuts, birthday parties Excused = sick/gone from school for medical reasons Please communicate absences with your coach Equipment/attire Knee pads (Preferably Black) Black shorts (Spandex NOT Required) Non-marking, comfortable shoes (Avoid Running Shoes) No Jewelry (All piercings must be removed)

Respect and Responsibility Eligibility Students must be in school for a *full day to participate in practices and games. Game eligibility is determined by a student’s performance in the classroom: Respect and Responsibility For a Complete Explanation, refer to Bismarck Public Schools Code of Conduct

Tryouts (Week 1) Coaches Look For: Teams Athleticism & Current Skill Level Communication (Positive) Coachability – Response to Feedback Leadership Teams A1/A2 & B1/B2 C teams (As many as needed – No Cuts) 8-10 players per team

Pictures - Sept 4th @ 4:00 for all teams! Tryout Week: Aug 19-23 Mon 19 & Tue 20: 8th Grade: 4:00-5:30pm 7th Grade: 5:30-7:00pm Wed 21- Fri 23: 8th Grade: 3:30-5:00pm 7th Grade: 5:00-6:30pm Teams will be posted by tryout number online Friday Evening or Saturday Morning Practice times will be listed on the website for the following week. Each individual coach will send home a practice and game schedule. Pictures - Sept 4th @ 4:00 for all teams!

R-school Schedule Schedules are posted online Visit the Simle Webpage click this icon  Sign up to be notified of changes R-School App

Transportation Travel Waivers We will provide transportation to and from Dickinson and Minot (A & B Only) Athletes are responsible for finding their own transportation to games played in the Bismarck- Mandan area Travel Waivers Located under “Important Forms” section of the website Fill out and turn in to the coach if your Athlete will not be riding home on the bus

Please Take Proper Care of Your Uniform Uniform Care Please Take Proper Care of Your Uniform Wash in Cold Water Hang to Dry No Bleach or Fabric Softener No Iron or Dry Clean Avoid wadding into a ball when sweaty 

Volleyball Officials & Line Judges Bismarck Public Schools is in need of volleyball officials, particularly at the middle school level for the Fall 2019 season. Middle School Volleyball Games Pay $23/match If you are interested: contact the BPS Activities Office at 323-4080 Team Tasks: Athletes Will Be Scheduled to Assist with Line Judging Home Games

“You Never Know When Your Influence Will End” Parents’ roles “You Never Know When Your Influence Will End” Cheer on all Simle Athletes Be a Good Spectator Show School Spirit & Pride Be Mindful of How You Speak of Other Athletes Adopt a 24 Hour Rule before contacting coaches

Tuesday, September 17th @ Legacy High School vs St. Mary’s Middle School Volleyball Night Tuesday, September 17th @ Legacy High School vs St. Mary’s Match Times: Soph - 4:30pm JV - 5:45pm Varsity - 7:00pm Passes to get in FREE - recognition before game Wear Jerseys Treat After Game 

Know the Risks

Volleyball clothing Open Now! Closing Date: Friday, August 23rd Order Online @ DakotaScreenArts.com  “Online Stores”  “Simle Volleyball Apparel” Contact Dakota Screen Arts directly if you miss the closing date

Thank you! Thank you for sharing your Athletes with us! We look forward to a great season! Contact Us with any Questions Brittni Fettig – 8th Grade A Kalli Swenson – 8th Grade B Kylee Leingang – 8th Grade C Mari Riehl – 7th Grade A Kelsey Boyce – 7th Grade B Suzanne Ternes – 7th Grade C