STEM Athletics

Students must have a minimum of a 70 average in all classes (including each applications class) from the previous quarter/ semester.

 

All students must have an overall “S” or better in conduct from the previous quarter/ semester.  Students will receive an overall “U” if they were suspended for any reason and will be removed from the team immediately.   Students assigned to an alternative school or on out-of-school suspension for disciplinary reasons, or adjudicated to YDC, lose their eligibility and will be removed from the team immediately. 

 

If an athlete is failing a class or having a behavioral issue, the Athletic Director reserves the right to enact immediate probation from the team.  Tutorials will be in effect until the issue is resolved.  If the issue continues the player will be removed from the team.

 

If an athlete is found to be cheating/ plagiarizing on academic work, he/ she will be removed from the team immediately.

 

To be eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics, a student may not turn 16 years of age at anytime during the 2014-15 school year (not possible at STEM, but a BOE eligibility rule).

 

A waiver and authorization form must be completed by all tryout participants.

 

An up to date physical completed and signed by a physician is required.  Physicals not completed on the attached physical for will not be accepted.  Physicals must be signed by a Physician.  A clearance form is also required.  Se back page (GHSA Law 1.40 – Limits of Participation).  Physicals are good for one calendar year.

 

All students must have pre-arranged transportation home daily.  Failure to be picked up on time may result in dismissal and/or suspension from the team.  Coaches WILL NOT provide transportation home for athletes after practices and/or games.

 

A pre-participation medical history form must be completed by each tryout participant’s parent.

 

A completed Player/Parent/Guardian Agreement, Code of Ethics, and Behavior Contract must be signed and returned before game participation will be awarded.