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

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

4. 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)

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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: th 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 4:00 for all teams!

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

9. 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

10. 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 

11. 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
Team Tasks: Athletes Will Be Scheduled to Assist with Line Judging Home Games

12. “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

13. 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 

14. Know the Risks

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

16. 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