Shenandoah High School Athletics Program Overview

2019-2020 Shenandoah Athletics Pre-Season Meeting Sign in at table or using cell phone.

Administration and Coaches Superintendent Dan Leffingwell dan.leffingwell@gozeps.org High School Principal Justin Denius justin.denius@gozeps.org Elementary / Middle School Principal Chad Miller chad.miller@gozeps.org Elementary / Middle School Assistant Principal Dave Milliken david.milliken@gozeps.org Athletic Director Eric Sholtis eric.sholtis@gozeps.org Athletic Administrative Assistant Denise Wells denise.wells@gozeps.org Head Baseball Coach Matt Weddle matt.weddle@gozeps.org Head Softball Coach Scott Davis scott.davis@gozeps.org Head Track & Field Coach Anna Slevin anna.slevin@gozeps.org

Shenandoah Athletics Philosophy The Athletic Department of Shenandoah High School places the highest priority on the role of athletics as an integral part of the overall educational experience. We are consistent with the mission statement of Noble Local School District that states, " Noble Local Schools will create a culture of continuous improvement where ALL students are provided opportunities for success." All students are encouraged to participate in our programs and provided opportunities for growth. Shenandoah High School provides rigorous and future-ready academic programs to prepare students for the twenty-first century. Learning is not restricted to the classroom setting and our athletic programs provide opportunities for students to learn skills that are necessary for being a successful citizen, employee/employer, spouse, and parent. Our programs teach student-athletes leadership skills, organizational skills, communication skills, work ethic, discipline and integrity through competition and teamwork. All student- athletes are held to the high standards set forth by the Noble Local School District and Ohio High School Athletic Association as they relate to academic and eligibility requirements. The school also holds our student-athletes, coaches, and administrators accountable to the highest standard of ethical behavior and sportsmanship.

Education Based Athletics Student-Athletes Support education Teach responsibility / discipline Develop citizenship Teach and promote competition Purpose is NOT winning

Sports Medicine Kirby Moore ATC Kirby.moore@gozeps.org Southeastern Med We have partnered with SE Med to provide a resource to our student-athletes but you may see any practitioner when needed.

Sports Medicine / Concussion Information https://www.ohsaa.org/sportssafety https://www.ohsaa.org/Portals/0/Sports-Medicine/ParentsGuide.pdf

Sports Medicine / Sudden Cardiac Arrest https://www.ohsaa.org/sportssafety http://progressive.powerstream.net/008/00153/SCA_LL_ParentInfo.mp4

Sports Medicine / Required Forms All of these forms must be completed in entirety to practice or play. You may be sent home and will not be allowed to practice if all forms are not completed!! Physical Concussion Sudden Cardiac Arrest Emergency Medical Form Sport Specific Cautionary Statement ** Insurance is required ** If you do not have insurance, please see me.

OHSAA and Eligibility Age Enrollment / Attendance Scholarship Conduct / Discipline Amateurism Transfer / Residence There are exceptions to most every aspect of eligibility.

OHSAA and Eligibility Age High School Student is ineligible the day they turn 20 years old. Jr. High Student is ineligible if they turn 15 before August 1st. Semesters High School Student is eligible for 8 semesters. Jr. High Student is eligible for 4 semesters. Enrollment Only eligible in school district in which student is enrolled. Can only be enrolled at one school district.

OHSAA and Eligibility Conduct / Character / Discipline If you are suspended from school, you are ineligible for that date. Scholarship High School Passing 5 Credits and have a 1.5 GPA Jr. High Passing 5 Classes Amateurism Conduct / Discipline If you are suspended from school you are not eligible

Transfer Consequence Only applies to High School students who have established eligibility at a school. Once eligibility has been established and a student transfers to another school the transfer consequence is loss of eligibility for the second 50% of maximum scheduled contests and any post season in any sport participated in the previous 12 months at the previous school. There are exceptions in select situations. If you are a transfer student, please come see me.

Code of Conduct Athletics are a privilege and not a right. Student-athletes are held to a high standard. Tobacco, alcohol, other drug use, and anything illegal are a violation of the code of conduct and may bring a suspension. Social Media Concerns We want to read about you in the sports pages not on the front page.

High Quality Coaching 5 different courses that are required and have to be renewed from 1- 3 years. Coaching Evaluation in Place We have high expectations for our coaches, who have high expectations for your sons and daughters because they are worth it.

Chain of Communication If there are disagreements with a coach, please talk to the coach before coming to me, principals, superintendent or the school board. Coach Involved Head Varsity Coach Athletic Director Building Principal Superintendent School Board Concerns about playing time, scheme, roles, stats, etc. will not be taken seriously. These are coaching decisions. 36 Hour Rule.

Other Important Notes We will avoid dismissing from school early at all costs. Instructional time is important and must be protected. While it is appreciated when parents/coaches/boosters provide meals to teams will not be dismissed from school early so students can eat before we leave for an away game. Student-athletes are expected to see their teachers before missing class for a contest to get assignments and due dates are not changed for student-athletes with away contests. Student-Athletes are to ride school transportation (bus) to and from game unless a coach gives his/her team permission to ride home with parents. Parents will need to sign for student-athlete to ride home with them. Student-athletes are expected ride with their parents not their friends, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc.

Communication / Calendars www.gozeps.org/athletics Calendars are changed in real time. You can subscribe to calendar and will show up on your mobile device Journal-Leader Twitter --- Follow @ejsholtis All-Call ** in some instances **

Shenandoah Sports Passes All Season Sports Pass - $100 Adult $50 Student/Sr. Citizen (Add a reserve football seat for $10) *Value of $612* Season Sports Pass - Fall, Winter, or Spring - $50 for each season (Add a reserve football seat for $10) Football Only with Reserved Seat - $40 for 5 home games Family All Sports Pass - $225 for a family of 2 adults and up to 3 school age children *value of $1166* *Passes include all Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshmen, and Junior High Games* Passes including the price of parking.

Media Day / Pictures Media Day Thursday March 12 Link to Zenfolio site is on athletic website. You can come and take your own pictures or have a photographer as well but not until after all media outlets are done and their photographers are done.

Questions or Concerns Eric Sholtis eric.sholtis@gozeps.org HS Phone 740 732 2361 Twitter @EJSholtis www.gozeps.org/athletics

Sport Meeting Locations Track & Field Auditorium Baseball Media Center Softball Cafeteria

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