Athletic Handbook

The student athlete must understand the criteria set forth in the Ann Arbor Skyline Athletic Department Policy and Procedures Manual. Highlights from the handbook are:

EXCELLENCE IS EXPECTED! This vision applies to academics, athletics, ethics and citizenship.
A current physical must be on record with the school.
A $30 participation fee is required.
In order to swim, a student must meet the requirement for credit in 4 classes with a 2.0 g.p.a.
Possession or use of drugs, alcohol, and/or tobacco products is prohibited and will result in disciplinary action resulting in suspension and/or dismissal from the team. The penalties and due process for this type of violation is detailed in the procedures manual.
Music is a curricular activity for which conflicts may provide an excused absence.

Team Rules

Participation at all weekday afternoon and Saturday practices is mandatory.
Participation at all weekday morning practices is optional.
Participation at all meets is mandatory.
An unexcused meet absence will result in dismissal from the team.
All student athletes must ride the bus to meets, but may go home with their parents (only).
An unexcused practice absence will result in suspension from competition until it is made up by swimming an optional morning practice.
To obtain an excused absence, the athlete must contact the coach regarding sickness, major conflict, school priorities, etc. prior to the missed practice.
A student-athlete with a potential large number of absences due to special circumstances related to things such as religious, student government, medical and music obligations, etc. will need to identify ALL conflicts prior to the start of the season in order to remain in good standing. Family vacations are not a special circumstance.
Suspensions and after school detentions will be counted as an unexcused absence.
Three unexcused absences will result in dismissal from the team.
Student athletes must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in order to be eligible to compete. Athletes with a g.p.a. lower than 2.0 are still expected to practice.
Student athletes are required to participate in the team community service activity or else arrange for an alternative activity prior to the completion of the season.

General Behavior

Student-athletes are expected to represent themselves, coach, team, and school by acting with dignity at all times. A positive attitude about participation, training, and competition is required. Student-athletes failing to represent behavior guidelines will be recommended to the athletic director for dismissal from the team.

I _________________ have understand the criteria set forth in the Ann Arbor Skyline Athletic Department Policy and Procedures Manual. I agree to abide to the above additional rules regarding attendance, participation and behavior. In addition, I have been made aware of the potential dangers and risks associated with practicing and competing in the sports of swimming and diving.

Student Signature _______________ Parent Signature __________________