Spectator Conduct

The Board recognizes that the safe participation of students in extracurricular activities and the conducting of events in as safe a manner as possible for students, coaches / sponsors, staff and spectators alike requires the cooperation of all individuals involved in the program including the parents / guardians and friends of the students. It shall be the policy of the Board, therefore, to exclude from an such program or event any student, coach / sponsor, staff member, parent / guardian, or spectator who behaves or acts in any manner so as to cause, or whose participation directly or indirectly causes the disruption of a program or event or places any person participating in or attending any such program or even in a dangerous situation.

• Remember that you are at a Contest to support and cheer for your Team and to enjoy the skill and competition; not to intimidate or ridicule the other Team and its fans.
• Remember that interscholastic athletics are a learning experience for students and that mistakes are sometimes made. Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes, and as people as you would praise a student working in the classroom.
• A ticket is a privilege to observe the Contest, not a license to verbally assault others and be generally obnoxious.'
• Learn the rules of the Contest so that you may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place.
• Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators, and support groups. Treat them as you would treat a guest in your own home.
• Respect the integrity and judgment of Contest officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student-athlete, and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.
• Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either Team.
• Refrain from the use of any controlled substances (alcohol, drugs, tobacco, etc.) before, and during Contests, and afterwards on or near the site of the Contest (i.e. tailgating).
• Use only those cheers that support and uplift the Teams involved.
• Recognize and compliment school and athletic administrators for their efforts in emphasizing the educational benefits of interscholastic athletics and the role of good sportsmanship to that end.  Be a positive role model through your own actions and by censuring those around you whose behavior is unbecoming.