St. John’s Lutheran School
3511 Jeffco Blvd.
Arnold, Missouri
636-464-7303
Mr. Joe Stock, Athletic Director
PHILOSOPHY
St. John’s sports program is established to facilitate the total Christian education experience of the student. The sports program gives the student an opportunity to experience Christian learning, growth, and development beyond the normal school day. Therefore, participation in St. John’s sports program is a privilege. It is our ultimate goal that students use this privilege for Christian fellowship, self-improvement and for furthering the high Christian ideals and identity of St. John’s Lutheran School.
1. demonstrate a positive Christian attitude toward family, school, church, and community;
2. be prompt in attending academic classes and sports practices;
3. demonstrate positive study habits and maintain good academic standing (see eligibility);
4. display self-control while attending and playing games, and demonstrate Christian sportsmanship;
5. play to win games, but not at the expense of Christian sportsmanship and teamwork;
6. assume responsibility for actions and words at all times;
7. realize wherever they participate in the sports program, they represent St. John’s Lutheran School;
8. develop skills to the best of their abilities;
9. have fun through physical activity;
10. demonstrate a neat and well-groomed personal appearance;
11. will not call the coach by his/her first name. Players will always use Coach…Mr…Mrs…Miss… with name or initial.
A sports registration fee will be charged for soccer, volleyball, basketball, and track. Registration fees need to be paid before a student can participate. Fees are as follows: $20 per sport/$30 maximum charge per student per year/$60 maximum per family per year. If there is a financial need regarding the above resolution, the parent must contact the Christian Day School Board. The fees that are collected are used to offset the expenses of the sports program.
1. A student must maintain a “C” average in each subject and/or make acceptable progress toward an individual education plan or service plan. Quarter report cards and midquarter reports are used to establish eligibility.
2. A student must have a sports physical form signed by a physician turned into the coach before the first practice.
3. A student needs to attend a whole day of school in order to qualify for participation in a practice or game that same day. Please note that one-half day absence will be reached when a student is absent from class for an accumulated time of 105 minutes or more.
4. If a student is absent from school three consecutive days, s/he must have a note to practice and/or play again.
5. If a student must miss a practice and/or game, the student needs to tell the coach directly. Do not have another player relay your message.
Each student receives a game uniform and has the responsibility of:
1. bringing the uniform to all games;
2. keeping the uniform laundered and in good condition;
3. replacing the uniform if it is lost or destroyed;
4. paying a deposit fee of $25.00. This fee will be refunded when the uniform is turned in.
Any of the following will be considered misconduct:
1. disrespect toward the coach;
2. disrespect toward team members;
3. disrespect toward opposing teams;
4. disrespect toward game officials;
5. disrespect toward any adult;
6. use of profanity;
7. vandalism.
A pattern of misconduct will result in consequences determined by the coach, athletic director and principal. Please remember, school rules are in effect.
SCHOOL’S EXPECTATIONS OF THE PARENTS
Parents play a vital role in the total sports program at St. John’s. A Christian attitude during a sports event leaves a positive impression on everyone attending a game. This display of Christian conduct – through both words and actions – is important to the development and enrichment of St. John’s families, the Arnold community, and surrounding communities.
The parents, with the Spirit working in their daily lives, will:
1. show a positive Christian attitude toward all players, coaches, and officials;
2. demonstrate self-control and Christian sportsmanship during all games;
3. support students playing in sports and encourage them to develop athletic skills;
4. pick their child(ren) up no later than 15 minutes after practice. A student staying longer will be sent to the After School Extended Care Program.
5. actively participate in such areas as concession stand, score keeping, ticket sales, and other tasks to be determined when games are held at St. John's.
6. pay a $25.00 volunteer deposit which will be refunded upon completion of active participation in 3 sports events.
Parents enrolling their student in the sports program need to be aware that additional child care is required for those who stay after school for staggered practice and/or playing times. It is not the responsibility of the coach to supervise one team while coaching another. Students who are not under parental care while waiting for practice/playing time are expected to enter the Extended Care Program at the going rate.
If a conflict arises during the sports season, please follow the guidelines Jesus gives us in Matthew 18:15-17:
1. please talk to the coach first;
2. discuss the problem with the coach and Athletic Director next;
3. if necessary, meet with the coach, Athletic Director, and principal.
The athletic programs at St. John’s Lutheran School consist of the following sports:
Coed Soccer Sept-Oct
Girl’s Volleyball Sept-Oct
Girl’s, Boy’s A-team Basketball Nov-Jan
Girl’s, Boy’s B-team Basketball Jan-Mar
Coed Track Apr-May
The number of teams per sport is dependent on student participation. Sports are offered to students in grades five through eight. In the event that more players are needed to fill an athletic team, fourth graders will be allowed to participate.
*** POLICY FROM ST. LOUIS LUTHERAN ATHLETIC LEAGUE ***
Schools will not be permitted to play in an outside league during the Lutheran League season. The penalty would be suspension from the league for the next season. There is a limit on the number of students from a school team that can play on the same outside team. Please inform the Athletic Director if your child is going to be playing on an outside team. This is to help us to stay within the League’s policy.
I have read the sports handbook outlining the sports program policies and procedures at St. John’s Lutheran School. I agree to follow these policies and regulations.
Name of student (print please):___________________________________________________________
Signature of student date
PARENT COMMITMENT FORM
I have read the sports handbook outlining the sports program policies and procedures at St. John’s Lutheran School. I agree to follow these policies and regulation. I will support the school in upholding the policies of the sports program.
Signature of parent or guardian date
Signature of parent or guardian date
For office use only:
Single Sport Fee__________________Check #:_________________Date:___________________
Multiple Sport Fee________________Check #__________________Date:___________________
Family Sport Fee_________________ Check #__________________Date:___________________
Uniform Deposit ________Check;_________Date:_________Date refunded:_________________
Soccer uniform returned____________________________________________________________
Volleyball uniform returned_________________________________________________________
A basketball uniform returned________________________________________________________
B Basketball uniform returned________________________________________________________
Volunteer Deposit:________Check:________Date:_________Date refunded:__________________