Cheney District Schools
Athletics/Activities
Substance Abuse Policy

Philosophy Statement:

· Students participating in athletics and/or KSHSAA/USD 268 activities will not use or   possess tobacco, alcohol/illegal drugs, or        substances that are harmful or dangerous to a student(s) health.  Because the use of alcohol, illegal drugs, and tobacco is detrimental to the health and welfare of any student and because the use of alcohol and illegal drugs and the    purchase of tobacco is illegal for adolescents in the state of Kansas, Cheney School District     administrators, coaches and activity sponsors believe that the use or possession of the above substances is unacceptable.

· Students participating in KSHSAA and USD 268 activities are subject to USD 268 rules of conduct as it relates, but is not limited to the use, distribution or  possession of tobacco, illegal drugs and alcohol on school property or at school-sponsored events.

· Verified violations which occur other than at school sponsored activities will adversely affect the student’s level of   participation in a KSHSAA and/or a USD 268 athletic/activity.

· Violation of these regulations may be verified by a school administrator, a staff member, the    police, or upon verification by the parents of the accused student and/or the admission of the  student/athlete or co-curricular student.

· The administrative options listed in the section for implementation of                 consequences represent minimum       consequences.  Each administrator      may determine whether the violation   warrants more stringent consequences.

· USD 268 adheres to the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act for additional disciplinary   action concerning particular cases.

Cheney District Schools support the KSHSAA citizenship/sportsmanship statement Rule 52

· Philosophy

Activities are an important aspect of the total education process in the American schools.  They provide an arena for participants to grow, to   excel, to understand and to value the concepts of sportsmanship and teamwork.  They are an opportunity for coaches and school staff to teach and model sportsmanship, to build school pride, and to increase student/community           involvement; this ultimately translates into     improved academic performance.  Activities are also an opportunity for the community  to      demonstrate its support for the participants and the school, and to model  the concepts of sportsmanship for our youth as respected representatives of  society.

Sportsmanship is good citizenship in action!Section 1:  General Regulations

Art 1:  Sportsmanship is a general way of    thinking and behaving.  The following sportsmanship policy items are listed below for clarification:

a. Be courteous to all (participants, coaches,        officials, staff, and fans).

b. Know the rules, abide by and respect the official’s decisions.

c. Win with character and lose with dignity.

d. Display appreciation for good performance      regardless of the team.

e. Exercise self-control and reflect positively upon yourself, team, and school.

f. Permit only positive sportsmanlike behavior to reflect on your school or its activities.

ALL ACTIONS are to be
FOR, not against;
POSITIVE, not negative
or disrespectful!

Unified School District 268

Research has shown that students        involved in extra-curricular activities have greater chances for success during adulthood.  That is the premise for the creation and continued existence of     athletic and activity programs in the   middle and secondary schools.  The  character traits required to be a            successful participant are similar to those that will promote a successful life after high school.   We believe the         information provided in this pamphlet will help enhance your child’s experience in Cheney schools.

Parent and Coach Communication Guidelines