1. NFHS OFFICIALS CODE OF CONDUCT NATIONAL FEDERATION OF HIGH SCHOOLS Professional Conduct Policies 2015-16

2. Officials shall master both the rules of the game & the mechanics necessary to enforce the rules, & shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm, & controlled manner What does being “impartial” mean? Give examples of bias that we do not want to display. What is a “firm & controlled manner”? Give examples of excitable situations that require emotional control by officials.  DISCUSSION NOTES:

3. “ ” Officials shall work with each other & their state associations in a constructive & cooperative manner DISCUSSION NOTES: Work in small groups of 3-4 and come up with examples to share with entire group

4. Officials shall uphold the honor & dignity of the profession in all interaction with student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors, school administrators, colleagues, & the public  How can we demonstrate courtesy, poise, honor & politeness? When we walk into the gym? When we are working the match? When we finish the match?  DISCUSSION NOTES:

5. Officials shall prepare themselves both physically & mentally, shall dress neatly & appropriately, & shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession Clean, pressed uniform – shirt is white, not off-color nor stained This is more of a mental game, than a physical game. You cannot come to they gym with a personal agenda, or thinking about issues in your life, as it clouds your focus. Respect the art of officiating.  DISCUSSION NOTES:

6. Officials shall be punctual & professional in the fulfillment of all contractual obligations Traffic in southern California Getting out of work or leaving home at a specific time you set Arrive early to get rid of your excess baggage & thoughts, so you can focus Set a goal to arrive early and review 1 rule of casebook questions prior to each match (you will be amazed at what you find)  DISCUSSION NOTES:

7. Officials shall remain mindful that their conduct influences the respect that student-athletes, coaches & the public hold for the profession Everyone sees & hears what you do, and everyone has a cell phone/camera in the stands Don’t give them a reason to not trust your ability Demonstrate good stature and posture to “sell your ability”  DISCUSSION NOTES:

8. Officials, while enforcing the rules of play, remain aware of the inherent risk of injury that competition poses to student- athletes. Where appropriate, they shall inform event management of conditions that appear unreasonably hazardous As you walk into the gym, make this the time you look for the hazards. No coach/AD wants to fix something at game time…Inform them at 25 minutes prior to the match, & they are more likely to cooperate. We don’t want to break up the flow of warmups while something gets fixed.  DISCUSSION NOTES:

9. Officials shall take reasonable steps to educate themselves in the recognition of emergency conditions that might arise during the course of competition Be observant when odd situations arise Look at players who get up slowly or begin to look at their body (blood?) Look at the floor for sweat or blood Don’t be complacent when there is stoppage of play – scan the playing surface and check the net antennas Be prepared to identify that loud obnoxious fan or group to the on-site administrator (officials don’t handle any spectator issues)  DISCUSSION NOTES:

10. OFFICIALS SHALL MAINTAIN AN ETHICAL APPROACH WHILE PARTICIPATING IN FORUMS, CHAT ROOMS & ALL FORMS OF SOCIAL MEDIA Be aware that what you post on Facebook or other social media sites could be shared through a “friend” with another “friend” who doesn’t like your officiating (they can Google your name – what will they find?) In pre-post games, be careful of speaking in a room/area with air ducts as the sound travels  DISCUSSION NOTES:

11. SCVOA CODE OF CONDUCT FOR OFFICIALS Southern California VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION IN COOPERATION WITH THE CIF SOUTHERN SECTION & CIF LOS ANGELES CITY SECTION 2015-16

12. 1.Master both the rules of the game & the mechanics necessary to enforce the rules, …and shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm & controlled manner. DISCUSSION NOTES: Tips to master the rules Discuss controlled manner” – body language, how to talk without showing emotion

13. DISCUSSION NOTES: 2.Work with each other, the State Association and the CIF Sections in a constructive & cooperative manner. Why do we get “bugged” by some officials? What takes us out of focus in a match?

14. 3.Uphold the honor & dignity of the profession in all interaction with student- athletes, coaches, athletic directors, school administrators, colleagues & the public. DISCUSSION NOTES: What type of “interaction” should we avoid?

15. DISCUSSION NOTES 4.Prepare themselves both physically & mentally… shall dress neatly & appropriately & shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession. Group ideas: What type of professionalism do you think the coach/A.D. is looking for in officials?

16. DISCUSSION NOTES 5.Be punctual & professional in the fulfilment of all contractual obligations. Solicit examples

17. DISCUSSION NOTES: 6.Remain mindful that their conduct influences the respect that student-athletes, coaches, and the public hold for the profession. Group discussion on how we gain respect

18. DISCUSSION NOTES: 7.While enforcing the rules of play, remain aware of the inherent risk of injury that competition poses to student-athletes. Where appropriate, they shall inform event management of conditions or situations that appear unreasonably hazardous. What is our role if a student-athlete is injured?

19. DISCUSSION NOTES: 8.Take reasonable steps to educate themselves in the recognition of emergency conditions that might arise during the course of competition What is our role when an emergency situation arises?

20. DISCUSSION NOTES: 9.Support the principles of Pursuing Victory with Honor & uphold the Six Pillars of Character: TRUSTWORTHINESS RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY FAIRNESS CARING CITIZENSHIP Split into groups & give examples of how officials can support the 6 Pillars

21. DISCUSSION NOTES: BY SIGNING THE CODE OF ETHICS FORM, YOU AGREE TO ABIDE BY THE NFHS/SCVOA, CIF SS, & LA CITY SECTIONS CODE OF ETHICS. Distribute the form for signature….Collect