1. Football Parent Meeting 2014-2015

2. Contact Information Calvin Madewell 761-5680 Ext. 3605 Andrew Johnson, Phillip Gibson, Zachary Northern, Seth Fortenberry, Brian Bruce, Blake Springer Ext. 3801 E-mails: firstname.Lastname@midwayisd.org Please use the Middle School Football Website

3. September 9 th : Scrimmage 7 th Graders 4:00 8 th Graders 5:15 Monday, Sept. 15 th is 7 th Grade first game Tuesday, Sept 16 th is 8 th Grade first game

4. Practice Schedule After the Sept. 9 th Scrimmage: 7 th Grade will Practice early on Wed., Thur., and Fri. 6:30 Drop off 8 th Grade will Practice late on Wed., Thur., and Pick up time is 5:15 On Fridays TBD.

5. EQUIPMENT INFORMATION YOUR SON/DAUGHTER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE FOLLOWING : All Equipment needed with the exception of football Cleats. This equipment is property of MISD and must be returned. Your son will be required to replace any lost or damaged equipment per MISD policy

6. EXPECTATIONS OF PLAYERS 1.Pass all classes every six weeks 2.Be on time with all equipment 3.Be respectful to coaches, administrators, and teachers 4.Be a good teammate 5.Follow all MISD policies 6.Call us when _________ will not be here

7. 1.To make decisions that are best for the team/program 2.To be honest with you and your son/daughter 3.To discipline your son/daughter and hold him/her to a very high standard 4.To help develop your son/daughter physically, mentally, and emotionally 5.To teach your son/daughter life lessons through athletics WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE COACHES

8. PARENT/COACH RELATIONSHIPS AT MIDWAY Understanding and respecting the position of both parents and coaches will help enhance the athletic experience for our athletes.

9. Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with the Coach 1.The coach’s interaction with your son/daughter 2.How the coach can help your son/daughter become a better athlete and student 3.Concerns about your son/daughter’s interactions with others

10. AREAS LEFT TO THE DISCRETION OF THE COACH 1.TEAM STRATEGY 2.OTHER ATHLETES OR OTHER SITUATIONS NOT INVOLVING YOUR SON/DAUGHTER 3.PLAY CALLING 4.PLAYING TIME

11. For a Conference Call COACH to set up an appointment Conferences may include other coaches or administrators Please do not attempt to confront a coach after a game or practice. Emotions are running too high and will not result in a positive resolution

12. Sport Specific Policies/Procedures Food Drop off will be at Rice Field. Home team will get food at 3:45. Road team will pickup food 10 minutes before departure time. Please no food in the office. Only Guardians can take their athletes home from away football games – YOU MUST sign them out with coach before you leave or WE WILL CALL searching for them.