HANOVER CENTRAL ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT FALL PARENT MEETING 2013

HANOVER CENTRAL ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT FALL PARENT MEETING 2013 -14

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT STAFF Kevin Bachinski Jo Ann Heldt Athletic Director Assistant AD 219 -374 -3866 219 -374 -3838 kbachinski@hanover. k 12. in. us jheldt@hanover. k 12. in. us

FALL VARSITY/HEAD COACHING STAFF Football Volleyball - Girls Volleyball - Boys Cross Country – Coed Golf – Girls Soccer – Boys Cheerleading Poms/Dance Team Robert Harrison Erin Zeller Travis Lechien Steve Foulds Jerry Kienzle Jim Pattison Dan Grunewald Debbie James Coleen Darnell

HANOVER CENTRAL HS ADMINISTRATION Superintendent Principal Mr. Thomas Taylor Mr. Justin Biggs Assistant Principal Ms. Mary Ann West

PURPOSE OF MEETING 1. To provide information about the athletic department for the Fall athletic season and the 2013 -14 school year 2. Communicate expectations for our student athletes – both the school and team level 3. Provide information that may help avoid conflicts, problems, or questions that may arise during the upcoming season

GREATER SOUTH SHORE CONFERENCE School Bishop Noll Warriors Calumet Warriors Hanover Central Wildcats Lake Station Eagles Marquette Catholic Blazers North Newton Spartans River Forest Ingots Wheeler Bearcats Whiting Oilers South Central Satellites (Football Only) Boone Grove Wolves (Football Only) Enrollment 496 – 2 A 599 – 3 A 636 – 3 A 394 – 2 A 217 – 1 A 464 – 2 A 420 – 2 A 555 – 3 A 408 – 2 A 304 – 1 A 536 – 2 A

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION The p rimary missio n o f the Ha nover Community School Corporation Athletic Dep art ment is to pro vide an opportunity of involvement and/or participation for e very stu dent athletically, w hether it is a competitive sport, recreational activity, o r manag ement/suppo rt opportunity. In doing this, serious at tention will be de vot ed individually to the phy sical, mental, social, and emotional dimensions wit h outc omes inc luding student growth in all dimensions an d their preparation to make a serious contribution to his/her family and community. Athletics are a part of the total educational program and should emphasize the “student first” philosophy We are not a win at all cost program but realize the importance that the expectation of success can play in creating a competitive environment Being an athlete at Hanover Central athletes is a privilege and not a right § Held to high academic standards § Behavior on and off the field/court should be exemplary § Athletes will face adversity, but that is OK We encourage multi-sport participation among our student athletes and will emphasize working together to better the entire athletic program

BOOSTER CLUB HANOVER CENTRAL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB President: Heather Frost Vice President: Missy Martinez Secretary: Lynn Schweitzer Treasurer: Cynthia Singleton Email: hcboosterclub@yahoo. com MONTHLY MEETINGS Meetings are held on the 2 nd Monday of each month in the hospitality room in the Athletic Center. Please check the " Wildcat Athletic Calendar " for upcoming Athletic Booster Club Events

RECRUITING We WILL help with the recruiting of student athletes, however, the initial process must begin with the athletes and parents § Identify schools § Be realistic as to college level § NCAA Clearinghouse: Division 1 & 2 www. eligibilitycenter. org § NAIA Eligibility Center: www. playnaia. org Academics are important starting freshman year for those that want to participate in college – DO NOT WAIT!!!

PARENT/COACH COMMUNICATION Athlete should approach the coach 1 s t regarding an issue Parent Start with the coach by setting up an appointment § Please do not confront a coach prior to, during, or after a practice or contest If not satisfied, set up an appointment with the Director of Athletics § Will not discuss playing time Misinformation and rumors one of the biggest challenges we face PLEASE CONTACT THE ATHLETIC OFFICE WITH CONCERNS OR QUESTIONS

FORMS AND DOCUMENTS Athletic Physical Packet 2013/14 - Must be completed before the student athlete is allowed to participate. (April 1 s t ) § IHSAA physical signed by a doctor (all pages) § Concussion Acknowledgement § Insurance Acknowledgement § Student & Parent Code of Conduct § Emergency Medical Treatment Waiver Student Accident Insurance § Student Athletic Protection: www. stuproinc. com Travel Release Form Athletic Patch Order Forms ALL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PARENT/ATHLETE FORMS SECTION OF THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE!

ELIGIBILITY Students must pass 70% or 5 “solid” classes during a grading period (IHSAA Rule) to remain academically eligible for the next 9 weeks § Physical education counts § Workforce does not count as a solid Hanover Central conducts a grade check approximately every 3 weeks (typically on a Monday morning) § Students must be passing all classes at that time to remain eligible for the next 3 weeks § Any student in violation will be notified and will be come ineligible for competition immediately § Grade check dates are posted on-line on the athletic page

STUDENT ATTENDANCE Athletes must be in attendance all day to practice or compete § Exceptions are excused absences which include: § § § § Medically documented appointments Funeral visitation Serving as a page Court appointment College visits – scheduled through the guidance department Military examinations Religious holidays with administrative approval School sponsored activities such as field trips, athletic participation, etc. Any student who receives a suspension of any type as a result of a violation of the HC Student Code of Conduct can not practice or play during the length of that suspension

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Lightning strike – 30 minutes from last strike; time will restart with each new occurrence § Bleachers must also be exited and players/fans will be moved indoors to the field house area Severe weather– Coaches will keep athletes and will only release to parents § We want to make sure that everyone is safe and accounted for School Cancelled –Contests may or may not be played § Dependent on cooperation with the opposing school Early Dismissal – Everything cancelled

ATHLETIC TRAINER Samantha Hainline Barb Down Official can ask for an evaluation by trainer or physician Symptoms of concussion – the athlete will be removed from contest/practice. Must get a release from a physician on the official release form. This is an Indiana State Law. Im. PACT Testing

ADMISSION AND SEASON PASSES Hanover Central High School Adult and HS Students= Students K-8= $6. 00 $3. 00 Hanover Central Middle School Adult and HS Student= Students K-8= $3. 00 $2. 00 The Wildcat Pass All home none tournament or IHSAA events Student= $40 Adult= $75 Family=$200

WEBSITE Visit Hanover Central Athletics on-line at www. hanover. k 12. in. us § Schools – HCHS or HCMS § Athletics tab Schedules Special Events Directions to Schools (in the near future) Cancellations / Postponements / Alerts § Twitter: @hanoverathletics

GENERAL INFORMATION Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc…) § A great tool when used correctly § Please be aware of the possible dangers and consequences as a student and athlete Sportsmanship / Behavior § A class level of behavior and sportsmanship should be displayed towards officials, workers, athletes, fans, and opponents at all times § Expected of both our student athletes and their support group Guests at away contests § Your reputation proceeds you! Perception is reality!

BREAKOUT SESSIONS Football Girls Volleyball Girls Soccer Boys Soccer Cross Country Boys Volleyball Girls Golf Cheerleading Auditorium Cafeteria Room 620 Room 638 Room 633 Room 639 Room 634 Room 637