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An introduction to the Tartans
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Information About Policies and Procedures for Parents and Athletics
PARENT/ATHLETE AGREEMENT FORM

Adopted July 10, 1985



SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
ACADEMIC AND BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS POLICY

ACADEMIC STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES

 Students on co-curricular activities who fail more than on course in a marking
period are declared ineligible and placed on academic probation. This probation
begins on the day the quarter failures lists are produced.
1. students who are placed on academic probation will be notified
immediately by coaches or advisors. Parents will also be notified. A
student may request a hearing with the Appeals Committee.
2. a student on academic probation may not participate in any contest,
meeting or special event for a period of two weeks. During this two
week probation, students are encouraged to work hard to pull up any
and all failing averages.

3. students may practice/participate in no more than 50% of scheduled
meetings during this probation period. The other 50% of the time they
should be seeking help, making up work, studying, doing research,
etc. as appropriate.

4. at the conclusion of the two week probation, a student may be taken
off probation if the student takes a reinstatement form to the teacher
or teachers of the course he/she failed and, the teacher states that
they are now passing and in good sanding.

5. if after two weeks the academic standard is not achieved, probation
continues until such time the standard is reached.

6. all faculty and committee members will receive a copy of the
ineligibility list.

 A student on the ineligible list as a result of two or more failures during the 4th
quarter goes on a five week probationary period in the Fall of the following year.
If at the five week mark, a student on probation has more than one failure
regardless of the courses, he/she will immediately go on the regular two week
ineligible step (see #2). If he/she is in the good academic standing, he/she is taken
off the probation list.

 If one of the two courses failed is a semester course that will not be rescheduled,
the student will be placed on five week probation immediately. The student will
follow the rule pertaining to 4th quarter failures.

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES

Students participating in co-curricular activities are expected to maintain appropriate
standards of decorum throughout the school day.

The standards set in this policy are not any higher than those of the school policy for all
students. The difference is, that students in co-curricular activities can be suspended
from partial or complete participation in those activities.

STUDENT-ATHLETE ALCOHOL, DRUG AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS POLICY

Scotia-Glenville student athletes are prohibited from possessing, using, or selling
alcohol, illegal drugs or tobacco products at any time.

This policy will apply to each student-athlete for one calendar year from the date of
his/her most recent Athletic Code signature and will be in effect for one full calendar
year at all times an in all locations, including non-school activities. The penalties listed
below will be enforced in conjunction with all other codes of behavior and disciplinary
measures.

PENALTIES
ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS POLICY

The guidelines for actions taken by the Director of Athletics regarding a student-athlete
found in violation of this policy shall be as follows:

FIRST OFFENSE
1. Effective on the date when the penalties are imposed, the athlete will be placed on
probation for one calendar year.
2. the athlete will need to meet with the student-assistant counselor or equivalent
outside agency for counseling. The counselor and administrator must agree as to
when a student can return to participation.
3. during the period of probation, the athlete will be expected to practice with the
team but will not be allowed to participate in the teams scheduled competitions
according to the eligibility chart. Student- athletes on probation are expected to
attend all practices and contests (not in uniform) and be of assistance to the team
as the coach deems appropriate.
4. Penalties that cannot be served during the sport season in which they are imposed
will be carried over for completion in the next sport season in which the athlete
participates. The penalty assigned will be adjusted proportionately based on the
number of regular season scheduled contexts in the subsequent season.

SECOND OFFENSE
1. If a 2nd offense occurs during the one year probationary period, the athlete is
suspended from all participation in Interscholastic Athletics for one calendar
year from the date of the 2nd offense.
2. if a 2nd offense occurs at any time after the probationary period, all provisions
set forth in the first offense will apply. However, the contest penalty will be
increased according to the eligibility chart. In addition, a new one calendar
year probationary period will be assigned.

THIRD OFFENSE

A third offense at any time during the secondary interscholastic time will be a
suspension from future participation on any interscholastic team for the remainder of
the secondary years.

APPEALS

A student-athlete may file an appeal in writing to the Director of Athletics within three
calendar days from the date the penalty was assessed. The Athletic Director will call a
meeting of the Appeals Committee to review the appeal. The jurisdiction of the Appeals
Committee will be limited to affirming or reversing the decision of the Athletic Director.
The Appeals Committee will have no authority to increase or reduce any penalty
imposed. The student-athlete and/or his/her parents/legal guardians may attend the
appeal’s committee meeting.

The Athletic Director will notify the student-athlete of the results of the appeal within
24 hours.

ELIGIBILITY CHART

# of Regular Season Contest Penalty Contest Penalty

Scheduled Contests First Offense Second Offense

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8 (or less) 2 4
9 2 4
10-13 3 6
14-17 4 8
18-21 5 10
22 6 12

APPEALS COMMITTEE

Students/Parents who disagree with a suspension received from a co-curricular activity
may request a hearing with the Appeals Committee. It is recommended that an appeals
committee be designated by the high school and junior high school principals. This
committee would be made up of the athletics director for student athletes or student
senate advisor for clubs, one activity advisor, one coach, one classroom, teacher and one
guidance counselor. The purpose of this committee would be to hear cases if
extenuating circumstances from students who are placed on co-curricular probation or
suspension. The inception of an appeal does not relieve the student from responsibility
of improving grades or behavior during appeals process.

GOVERNING COMMITTEE

It is recommended that all or part of the original committee plus the principal and
assistant principal and guidance supervisor compromise this committee. The
responsibility of this committee would be to publicize and instruct activity leaders,
teachers, etc. as to the policy and would review academic/behavioral standings at the
appropriate times.

The principal would be responsible to organize the committee members as to their
responsibility.

ATHLETIC REGULATIONS

In addition to strict adherence to the Scotia-Glenville Central School’s Academic and
Behavioral Standards policy, the penalty for Quitting a Team is stated below:

I. Quitting a Team

If an athlete elects to quit a team once that team has been selected, the
athlete will face a suspension for the following sport season in which
he/she participates in up to and including the entire season. The coach and
athletic director will make a recommendation to the principal as to the
length of the suspension. Exceptions to this suspension will be made on an
individual basis.

II. Disrespect/Insubordination

Behavior deemed disrespectful or insubordinate towards any member of the
school staff will result in the following action:

A: First Offense- a warning by a member of the governing committee.

B. Second Offense- a one game, competition, activity suspension. This
would mean the next scheduled activity.

C. Third Offense- suspension from the remainder of the activity.

A student has the right to a hearing by the Appeals Board.

III. Suspension from School

Suspension from school for any reason is considered a very serious offense
and will result in the following:

A. First Offense- suspension from the next contest, meeting, or special
event scheduled upon their return to school.

B. Second Offense- a second suspension from school during the same
activity period would result in dismissal from that activity for its
remainder.

During any suspension from school, a student may not be a part of any
school activity.

Alcohol, Drug, Tobacco offenses have additional consequences as detailed
in Section I under Behavioral Standards and Procedures.

IV. Other Discipline

In addition to the specific standards mentioned already, students in co-
curricular activities who are found to be uncooperative in following general
school and classroom policies can face suspension or dismissal from that
activity.

It is the responsibility of the coach, advisor and teacher to cooperatively
work together to insure proper behavior. The governing committee will see
to it that the following procedures are followed in terms of monitoring,
assessing, and disseminating all information under this heading.

A. The assistant principal at the high school or the dean at the junior
high school can initiate a list of students to all activity advisors
periodically that are either being put on as a warning or suspension
for a period of time. The coach or advisor may discuss the decision
with the assistant principal if they feel there are reasons for the
student’s behavior.

Students may request a hearing from the Appeals Committee in response to
any suspension received from a co-curricular activity.

PROCEDURE

 A student placed on probation/suspension as defined above, can
request a hearing with the Appeals Committee.

 The committee will meet within 48 hours of an appeal request.
 A majority of the Appeals Committee must be available to hear all

requests.
 The student will be notified of the committee’s finding within two

school days after the appeals hearing.

SCOTIA-GLENVILLE BOOSTER CLUB

The Booster Club is an organization made up of students, parents, staff and community
members. It is an all sports booster club. The mission of Booster Club is to support
programs at both the junior high and high school. The Booster Club meets in the high
school library on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm during the school
year.

Booster Club activities benefit students throughout the school district. The Booster Club
raises money to meet special equipment needs that teams may have. For example, the
club recently purchased a discus cage for the tract and field program. Funds were not
available in the athletic budget for this necessary piece of equipment. The Booster Club
also provides the end of the season awards for every team at the modified, JV, and
varsity level as well as special awards to graduating seniors.

The Booster Club recently voted to sponsor the year-end all-sport varsity banquet so
that athletes and coaches can attend at no charge. It will cost approximately $3,000 to
do this.

Please help the Booster Club support your child’s sports activities. Become a member by
completing the attached form and returning it with your dues to your child’s coach.
Please call Chuck or Marianne Szuberla at 346-1398 if you would like more information.
Thank you.

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BOOSTER CLUB MEMBERSHIP FORM

NAME_____________________________________________ PHONE___________________

ADDRESS_____________________________________________________________________

WHAT SPORT(S) DOES YOUR CHILD PLAY?______________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP: INDIVIDUAL ($3.00)_______

STUDENT ($2.00)_______

FAMILY ($5.00)_______

Code of Behavior for Spectators

The following Code of Behavior shall be prominently displayed in all school buildings,
gymnasiums, and at outdoor facilitates where contest are held. (Professionally printed
signs are available from the section II secretary.)

1. Spectators are an important part of the games and are encouraged to conform to
accepted standards of good sportsmanship and behavior.

2. Spectators should at all times respect officials, visiting coaches, players, and
cheerleaders as guests in the community and extend all courtesies to them.

3. Enthusiastic cheering for one’s own team is encouraged.
4. Booing, whistling, stamping of the feet and disrespectful remarks shall be

avoided.
5. There will be no ringing of bells, sounding of horns, or other noise makers at

indoor contests during play. Anyone who does not abide by this rule will be asked
to leave the premises.
6. Pep bands or school bands, under the supervision of school personnel, may play
during time outs, between period, or a halftime. Bands must coordinate their play
so as not to interfere with a cheerleading squad on the floor or field.
7. The throwing of debris, confetti, or other objects from the stands is prohibited.
Offending individuals will be asked to leave the premises.
8. During a free throw in basketball, all courtesies should be extended.
9. Spectators should encourage each other to observe courteous behavior. Improper
behavior should be reported to the school authorities.
10.Spectators will observe the rules of the local school concerning smoking, food and
drink consumption, littering, and parking procedures.
11.Spectators will respect and obey all school officials and supervisors at athletic
contests.

Sportsmanship Policy for Athletes

Players at each level of competition shall be made aware of these sportsmanship
guidelines. This policy should be incorporated in all student handbooks and codes of
conduct for athletes.

1. Learn and understand the rules of your sport. Play hard, play to win, but play
fairly within these rules.

2. Do not allow your temper to distract you from the fundamentals of good
sportsmanship. Maintain self-control.

3. Respect the integrity and judgment of officials. Never question the decision of an
official.

4. Be an example for your school, teammates and opponents.

Any player on a varsity, junior varsity, freshman, or modified team in Section II shall be
suspended for the next scheduled contest if he/she is ejected from a contest for
unsportsmanlike behavior by an official. The next contest is defined as the contest in
which the disqualified athlete is eligible to play, whether it be that sports season, or the
next year. A player who might be injured (for example, during a fight for which he was
ejected) would be ineligible for the first contest for which he/she is medically cleared.
Sectional, regional, or state tournament games are NOT exempt from this rule.

WHO ARE THE TARTANS?

Scotia-Glenville is a Class “B” school in the Section II of the New York State Public High
School Athletic Association. In most sports our athletic teams compete as members of
the Foothills Scholastic Council. Other teams are members of the Tri-County Indoor
Track League, Aqua League, and Section II of Ski League.

Foothills Council
Ballston Spa
Glens Falls
Gloversville
Hudson Falls
Johnstown
Queensbury
Scotia-Glenville
South Glens Falls

Scotia-Glenville has a very comprehensive interscholastic program for Tartan Athletes.
For the 1995-96 school year, athletes may participate in any of the sports listed below:

Girls Boys

Basketball Baseball
Cheerleading Basketball
Cross Country Bowling
Field Hockey Cross Country
Golf Football
Lacrosse Golf
Skiing (Nordic/Alpine) Lacrosse
Soccer Skiing (Nordic/Alpine)
Softball Soccer
Swimming Tennis
Tennis Track & Field
Track & Field Indoor Track
Indoor Track Volleyball
Volleyball Wrestling

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The Athletic Program at Scotia-Glenville fosters the belief that Athletics enhance the
education of every student/athlete. The athletic program is designed to prove students
with opportunities that will challenge them to their individual limits.

Through athletic participation, the student athlete will develop the discipline,
responsibility, sacrifice, sportsmanship and team work necessary to be successful.

The Athletic Program will provide opportunities for students to experience the emotions
of winning and losing but above all, a sense of pride in themselves, their team, their
school and their community that will last a lifetime. Regardless of their win/loss
records, students will act with “class” on and off the playing areas, always
demonstrating the best sportsmanship. This is the true sign of a Scotia-Glenville Athlete.

SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
PARENT/ATHLETE AGREEMENT FORM

TO: PARENT/GUARDIAN AND ATHLETE:

FROM: THOMAS W. BRIED

Participation on a Scotia-Glenville athletic team is a privilege which should elicit great
pride in both the athletes and their family. It is also a responsibility which demands
extra commitment once a student decides to wear the school colors and represent the
Scotia-Glenville school system. For this reason, each athletic team member is required
to sign this statement of personal commitment indicating that he/she and parent
recognize and understand his/her responsibility and are willing to adhere to the
behavioral and academic standards outlined in this packet.

BASIC RULE

NEVER DO ANYTHING WHICH WILL BRING EMBARRASSMENT OR AN UNFAVORABLE
VIEW TO YOUR TEAMMATES, COACHES, FAMILY OR COMMUNITY.

Please sign and return to the coach to indicate that both parent/guardian and athlete
understand this responsibility.

____________________________________ _____________________________________
SIGNATURE (PARENT/GUARDIAN) DATE SIGNATURE (ATHLETE) DATE

INITIAL-ELIGIBILITY FACT SHEET

ATTENTION: All prospective student-athletes first entering a collegiate institution on or
after August 1, 1995, who want to play NCAA Division I or II intercollegiate athletics.

SUBJECT: NCAA Eligibility Requirements
To be considered a qualifier at a Division I institution and be eligible for financial aid,
practice and competition during your first year, you must:

1. Graduate from High School.
2. Present a minimum combined test score on the SAT verbal and math sections or a

minimum composite score on the ACT as indicated on the index scale below.

CORE GPA SAT ACT

2.500 and above 700 17
2.375 750 18
2.250 800 19
2.125 850 20
2.000 900 and above 21 and above

3. Present a minimum grade-point average in at least 13 core courses in the
following areas:

English- three years
Mathematics- two years
Natural or physical science- two years
Additional course in English, mathematics, or natural or physical science- two
years
Social science- two years
Additional academic courses (in any of the above areas or foreign language,
computer science, philosophy or non doctrinal religion courses) – two years

Please note that student- athletes entering a Division I institution on or after
August 1, 1996, must be present four years of English and the two-year
requirement in mathematics must invoice one year of algebra and one year of
geometry.

To be a qualifier at a Division II institution, you must:

1. Graduate from high school.
2. Present a minimum grade-point average of 2.000 in at least 13 core courses in the

same areas as noted above.
3. Present a minimum if 700 combined score on the SAT verbal and math sections or
a minimum composite score on the ACT of 17.

BE SURE TO ASK YOUR COACH AND GUIDANCE COUNSELOR ABOUT THESE NEW
REQUIREMENTS OR CONTACT THE NCAA NATIONAL OFFICE AT 913/339-1906.