1. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org 2015-16 MHS Activities Meeting

2. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Robust collection of Academic, Fine Arts, and Athletic activities available. Over 75% of the student body participated in extra- curricular programs at MHS last year. Success at the conference, section, state, and national level. Highly qualified and professional coaching staff

3. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Academic Benefit National Research has long shown benefits of participating in extra-curricular activities. MHS data supports the national research Average GPA of Activities Participants: 3.21 Average GPA of non-participating students: 2.67 Average GPA of students participating in multiple activities: 3.34 Average GPA of students participating in more than 4 activities: 3.64

4. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Presentation Goals Eligibility… What it means Handbook… Points of Emphasis Forms and Fees Other info

5. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Student Eligibility Academic Eligibility Chemical Eligibility Hazing/Harassment Good Standing

6. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org School Attendance Full day attendance required for participation in practice or contest that day Excused absences include scheduled medical appointments, court appearances, or religious obligations. Please help us teach your child that attendance is important by limiting excused absences.

7. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Academic Eligibility: Marshall High School will check academic progress at three week intervals. Students who are failing any course at any progress check will participate in Academic Intervention Assistance (AIA) until the instructor has indicated the student has raised the grade to passing. AIA may consist of Academic Assistance during lunch period, immediately after school, or a combination of both. Other intervention strategies may also be assigned by Marshall Public Schools staff. Students retain full eligibility while participating in AIA, but may be required to miss practices to attend AIA sessions. Students who are failing any course at the end of any 9 week grading period will be INELIGIBLE to participate in extra-curricular activities for two weeks/two events whichever is greater. Students may continue to practice while ineligible to participate, but will not be permitted to leave school early to travel with any team/group.

8. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Academic Eligibility: Students who receive a failing grade for any course at the end of the fourth quarter will be INELIGIBLE to participate in extra-curricular activities for two weeks/two events, whichever is greater the following fall. Students may continue to practice while ineligible to participate, but will not be permitted to leave school early to travel with any team/group. Students at Marshall Middle School who are failing any course at the end of the quarter will be ineligible for two weeks or two events whichever is greater. Students may continue to practice while ineligible to participate, but will not be permitted to leave school early to travel with any team/group. All academic eligibility will be based on the most recently completed 9 week grading period (this includes summer school). (i.e… a student who fails a class at the end of 1 st quarter, but passes all classes 2 nd quarter is fully eligible to begin the third quarter)

9. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Chemical Eligibility MOOD-ALTERING CHEMICALS Bylaw Twelve (12) months of the year, a student shall not at any time, regardless of the quantity: (1) use or consume, have in possession a beverage containing alcohol; (2) use or consume, have in possession tobacco; or, (3) use or consume, have in possession, buy, sell, or give away any other controlled substance or drug paraphernalia.

10. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Hazing and Harassment *SEXUAL/RACIAL/RELIGIOUS HARASSMENT/ VIOLENCE and HAZING A.Reference Bylaw 209.00: A student shall not engage in the sexual, racial, religious harassment, violence or hazing during the school year or any portion of an activity season that occurs prior to the start of the school year or after the close of the school year.

11. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org “Good Standing” Student Code of Responsibilities As a student participating in my school’s interscholastic activities, I understand and accept the following responsibilities: 1. I will respect the rights and beliefs of others and will treat others with courtesy and consideration. 2. I will be fully responsible for my own actions and the consequences of my actions 3. I will respect the property of others. 4. I will respect and obey the rules of my school and the laws of my community, state and country. 5. I will show respect to those who are responsible for enforcing the rules of my school and the laws of my community, state and country.

12. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Handbook Highlights: Purpose of our Programs breakdown Different expectations for different levels Progressively move from participation- based to “Regionally Competitive” All levels centered around learning life skills (teamwork, poise, confidence, etc.)

13. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Online Behavior All students at Marshall Public Schools are entitled to a safe school environment. Therefore, all types of bullying, including cyberbullying are unacceptable. Cyberbullying is sending or posting harmful or cruel text and/or images using the internet or other digital communication devices. This generally occurs through the use of computers, cellular phones, and/or social media websites (Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, etc). Cyberbullying and other inappropriate cyber behavior often occurs outside normal school hours. However, as part of an extra-curricular activity, participants are expected to uphold the standards laid out in the MPS and MSHSL Code of Conduct at all times. Inappropriate cyber behavior could include, but is not limited to: degrading opponents, officials, coaches, teammates, or other individuals; posting text or photos of sexual nature; posting text or photos of illegal activities (i.e. alcohol, drug, tobacco use); excessive vulgar language. Anyone who engages in inappropriate cyber behavior shall be considered to be in violation of the MPS and MSHSL Code of Conduct and shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action according to the provisions laid out by the MSHSL.

14. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Other Handbook Highlights Spectator Codes of Conduct (being a good role model) Travel policies (signing out your child vs. pre-arranged alternative travel)

15. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Travel Arrangements Students are highly encouraged to travel to and from events with their squads. If you wish to have your child ride home with you after an event, you may sign them out with a member of the staff. If you wish to transport your child to an event, or have them ride with a third party, you must fill out the “letter of alternative transportation” form found on our web-site

16. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org FORMS Athletic Eligibility Form Fine Arts Eligibility Form Insurance and Emergency Permission Form Athletic Physicals

17. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Physicals, Eligibility Forms, and Insurance Forms MUST be on file PRIOR to beginning practice Forms may be picked in the HS office or at www.marshalltigers.org www.marshalltigers.org

18. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Fees must be paid prior to first competition. Fees can be paid in the HS office. Fee Payment Form must accompany your check OR pay your fee online thru “payschools”

19. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Fee Structure Category 1 Activities: $150 Category 2 Activities: $40 Category 3 Activities: No Fee $700 Family Max $25 fee for Free/Reduced Lunch eligible $70 middle school Category 1, $30 middle school Category 2.

20. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Activities Schedule: Located on the School District Web-site: www.marshall.k12.mn.us or www.marshalltigers.org www.marshall.k12.mn.us www.marshalltigers.org Phone info at 507-537-6920…option 4 “Activities Information” Sign up there under “Notify Me” to receive automatic email when changes are made.

21. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org M Club Memberships MPS has granted permission for the M Club to continue responsibility of selling all MHS Activity passes M Club Membership includes newsletters, recognition, and socials M Club retains portion of sales to help increase resources to support programs

22. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org M Club membership options Associate member: $10 Adult Member: $80 (single activity pass) K-8 Member: $30 (single activity pass) Family Member: $225 (2 adults and unlimited K-8) Senior Member: $50 (55 yrs)

23. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org M Club memberships and MHS Activity passes are available now from the M Club. Pick them up at upcoming events. Tiger 5000!!! Run, Walk, Roll, Stroll 5K. Sign up today to participate on August 22.

24. Tiger Pride Medical Services Available Fortunate to have a full time Certified Athletic Trainer on hand thanks to Avera Marshall Catie Dahl and Daynna Larsen both have experience with our programs Use this service as the first screening for any bumps, bruises, or injuries. Avera specialist services also accessible

25. Tiger Pride MSHSL Concussion Policy Sports concussions have become the hot- button topic in youth sports MSHSL now requires all parents to sign off indicating they have been exposed to concussion information. Part of the eligibility brochure

26. Tiger Pride Volunteers Welcome Home events require people power. If you would be willing to share your time and talent, please contact the Activities Office at MHS.

27. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Communications Process Map There are times when you or your child may need to communicate with our staff members We have reviewed models from other districts, and worked with our coaches to develop a comprehensive communications “flow chart” Follows our core values Teaches students life skills Provides uniform guidelines for sharing communications

28. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Communications Process Map Includes communications you should expect from your child’s coach/director Includes recommended appropriate topics to discuss with your child’s coach/director Includes topics that are inappropriate to discuss with your child’s coach/director Available on our website and in our handbook

29. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org My door is always open regarding: Health Concerns Safety Concerns Questions regarding the implementation of our Core Values or Code of Conduct Email: bruce.remme@marshall.k12.mn.us Phone: 507-537-6920 ext. 1008

30. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org NEXT STEPS: Complete and Sign the Forms in the near future Get a Physical (if not done yet) Fees will be collected any time prior to first competition

31. Tiger Pride www.marshalltigers.org Thanks again to our outstanding staff Thank you for your cooperation Thank you for your continued support