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North Hunterdon-Voorhees\u00a0<\/strong>Regional High School District<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Parent-Student Athletic Handbook<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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\u00a0<\/strong>District Mission Statement:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District, a district committed to innovation, personal excellence, high achievement, and community partnership, provides all students with personalized opportunities through a broad spectrum of exemplary educational experiences to develop their fullest potential, to foster lifelong learning, and to become responsible citizens in a continually changing society.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Table of Contents<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Philosophy<\/a><\/td>\nRequirements for Athletic Participation<\/a><\/td>\nTry-Out Period<\/a><\/td>\nFan Code of Conduct<\/a><\/td>\nCamps, Summer Leagues, Summer Workouts<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Athletic Goals<\/a><\/td>\nSportsmanship<\/a><\/td>\nRole of the Coach<\/a><\/td>\nNJSIAA<\/a><\/td>\nAthletic Insurance<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sports by Season<\/a><\/td>\nHarassment, Intimidation & Bullying<\/a><\/td>\nParent-Athlete-Coach Communication<\/a><\/td>\nConference Affiliation<\/a><\/td>\nEquipment<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Responsibilities of Athletes<\/a><\/td>\nExpectations Per Level<\/a><\/td>\nParent Code of Conduct<\/a><\/td>\nSports Schedules<\/a><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Message from the Administration<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

This handbook has been written to enhance the communication between parents, student-athletes, coaches and school administration. Since your child has expressed a desire to participate in interscholastic athletics at the North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District, we recommend that you take time to familiarize yourself with the contents of this handbook.<\/p>\n

The North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District is interested in the development of young men and women through athletics. We believe that participation in sports provides a wealth of opportunities and experiences that assist students in personal growth and development. Lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, and competition are integral parts of our athletic program, and we feel that these lessons will help our student-athletes as they transition to adulthood. It is our intent to maintain a program that is sound in purpose and focused on furthering each student\u2019s educational maturity and personal well-being.<\/p>\n

Likewise, we believe that you have committed yourselves to certain responsibilities and obligations as a parent\/guardian\/custodian of an athlete. We would like to take this opportunity to acquaint you with specific policies that are necessary for a well-organized program of athletics.<\/p>\n

It is the role of the athletic department to make rules and follow NJSIAA guidelines governing interscholastic competition.\u00a0 These rules\/guidelines need broad-based community support to be fully effective.\u00a0 This is achieved only through communication between the athletic department and the parents\/guardians\/custodians of our athletes.\u00a0 It is our hope to accomplish this objective through this parent-student athletic handbook.<\/p>\n

Any concerns or questions may be directed to the athletic administration of your school. Questions regarding specific sports should be directed to the coach of the team on which your son\/daughter is playing.<\/p>\n

Yours in scholarship, sportsmanship and success,<\/p>\n

Dr. Richard A. Bergacs
\nSuperintendent of Schools<\/p>\n

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Philosophy and Objectives<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

It is the intent of North Hunterdon and Voorhees High School Athletic Departments<\/strong> to provide the students of the high school a comprehensive, well-planned and balanced program of interscholastic athletics and to show how the student can benefit from participation in this type of activity.<\/p>\n

The purpose of the athletic program at both North Hunterdon and Voorhees High Schools is to provide for the pursuit of competitive excellence in all sports, with the understanding that the pursuit of that excellence is educational in purpose.\u00a0 The prime concern is to develop the student-athlete physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally in a positive environment among all coaches, and participants.<\/p>\n

The athletic program shall be conducted in accordance with existing Board of Education policies, rules and regulations.\u00a0 While the Board of Education takes great pride in winning, it does not condone \u201cwinning at any cost!\u201d\u00a0 The Board discourages any and all pressures which might be interpreted as poor sportsmanship and compromise mental health.\u00a0 Infractions are all-inclusive for disciplinary purposes no matter the nature of the offense.<\/p>\n

The program shall be managed and teams coached in a manner that strives to achieve the following objectives:<\/p>\n

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  1. Athletes should be required to maintain academic standards consistent with our eligibility policy.<\/li>\n
  2. Participation in athletics is a privilege, not a right.<\/li>\n
  3. Athletes must learn to abide by rules, regulations, and decisions associated with their particular sport.\u00a0 The coach has the responsibility to determine an athlete\u2019s ability and talent, who shall make the team, and the coaching techniques and strategies that will be employed.<\/li>\n
  4. There must be mutual respect for all who are involved in the competition \u2013 teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials.<\/li>\n
  5. Participation helps develop character, cooperation, and the moral and ethical values that lead to useful citizenship.<\/li>\n
  6. Participation teaches a student that discipline and self-sacrifice are necessary ingredients of teamwork.<\/li>\n
  7. Through participation, the student-athlete will develop a healthy body, sound mind, and an appreciation of individual differences.<\/li>\n
  8. Participation leads to a better understanding of ethics, sportsmanship, integrity, and fair play.<\/li>\n
  9. Valuable lessons are learned in the course of competition, both winning and losing.\u00a0 They help us grow up and develop.<\/li>\n
  10. The Board of Education, administration, members of the athletic staff, student-athletes, and parents should do everything within their power and ability to promote the athletic program and to create an atmosphere of learning that is in the best interest of students and the community.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Athletic Goals and Objectives<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n