Volunteers must complete and submit proof of the following before coaching begins:

(1) Criminal Background Check,

(2) VIRTUS Training,

(3) CANTS DCFS Background Check,

(4) Code of Conduct Form,

(5) Mandated Reporter Training.

Instructions for completing these items can be found on the school website.

MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM PARENT PLEDGE

 

 

 

I PLEDGE TO GET MY CHILD TO PRACTICE AND GAMES ON TIME. I understand that it can be embarrassing for my child to be late and that I may be putting him/her at risk by not providing adequate time for warm up. I will be on time to pick up my child from all games and practices. This shows respect for the coach, and it tells my child that he or she is my top priority.

 

I PLEDGE TO “HONOR THE GAME”.  I understand the importance of setting a good example for my child. No matter what others may do, I will show respect for all others involved in the game including coaches, players, opponents, opposing fans and officials. I understand that officials make mistakes. If an official makes a “bad call’ against my team, I will “Honor the Game” and be silent!

 

I PLEDGE TO REFRAIN FROM MAKING NEGATIVE COMMENTS about my child’s coach in my child’s presence. I understand that this plants a negative seed in my child’s head that can negatively influence my child’s motivation and overall experience.

 

I WILL RESPECT THE COACHES AND REPRESENTATIVES OF THE SCHOOL AT ALL TIMES.  I realize that they have a difficult job and that their actions reflect their attempts to do what is in the best interests of the individual players, the team and the School. No matter how I feel about any coaching decision, including decisions made about playing positions, playing time, playing strategy, or other matters, and no matter how I feel about any decision made by a representative of the School, under no circumstances will I, in any way, mistreat or confront a coach or representative of the School in a verbally or physically inappropriate manner.

 

Communication is essential to the efficient operation of our teams. We encourage parents to get to know the coaches and to establish a constructive dialog with them. If conflict arises, however, we request that you do so in person or over the phone. We encourage you to avoid email as the primary means of conflict resolution. If you do not feel that you want to discuss the matter directly with the coach, we ask you to consider contacting the Advocate, who can make the coach aware of the matter. If you feel that communications with the coach and Advocate are not leading to a satisfactory result, we encourage you to contact the Athletic Director. We highly encourage you to use these avenues for conflict resolution before addressing any matter with the School Administration. The School Administration will be brought in to address any matter should the circumstances or events warrant.

 

MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM VIEWS ANY VIOLATION OF THE PARENT PLEDGE AS A SERIOUS MATTER. I acknowledge by signing this Pledge that any gross violation of the Pledge can be subject to sanctions by the School and Athletic Committee, which may be determined at the sole discretion of the School and Athletic Committee. Such sanctions can include banishment from the sidelines of games and in more extreme instances banishment from the Athletic program.

I will honor the Mary, Seat of Wisdom Parent Pledge in my words and actions.

CSCC Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Policy

For Coaches, Players, Parents, and Spectators

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to ensure a safe, respectful, and sportsmanlike environment for all individuals involved in the athletic program. All members of the school community—including coaches, student-athletes, parents, and spectators—are expected to model behaviors that reflect integrity, respect, and good sportsmanship at all athletic events, both home and away.

This policy establishes clear expectations and consequences for negative or disrespectful interactions with referees, athletic directors, school officials, and other authorized game personnel.

Prohibited Conduct

The following behaviors are strictly prohibited when directed toward referees, athletic directors, school officials, student-athletes, coaches, spectators, CSCC board or any other individual present at an athletic event:

●      Yelling or screaming in a confrontational or hostile manner;

●      Swearing, use of profanity, or inappropriate language;

●      Aggressive, threatening, or intimidating gestures or tone of voice;

●      Use of any derogatory, slanderous, or discriminatory language or behavior related to race, skin color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, or disability.

●      Any form of harassment or verbal abuse;

●      Any other behavior deemed disrespectful, unsportsmanlike, or disruptive to the competition environment.

Such conduct will not be tolerated under any circumstances and may result in immediate disciplinary action as outlined below.

Progressive Disciplinary Actions

First Offense
●      The offender will receive a verbal and official warning.

●      The warning will be documented by the Athletic Director,designated school official and the CSCC conference board and disciplinary committee

●      The individual will be reminded of expected standards of conduct and the consequences for future violations. 

●      The person involved will need to sign off on the warning and understand the expectations. Refusal to signoff is immediate removal from attending all sport contests the CSCC conference offers for that school year.

Second Offense (Same Sport, Same School Year)

●      Immediate removal from the competition venue.

●      The offender will not be permitted to remain on the bench, in the gym, or at the facility.

●      A one-game suspension from participation or attendance, as applicable, will be issued.

●      Incident documentation and formal notification to all relevant parties will follow.

●      The person involved will need to sign off on the warning and understand the expectations. Refusal to signoff is immediate removal from attending all sport contests the CSCC conference offers for that school year.

3rd Offense (Any Sport, Same School Year)

●      Coaches: Removal from all coaching responsibilities indefinitely.

●      Players: Suspension from participation in ALL athletic programs for the remainder of the school year. The player will be put on a probationary status for the upcoming school year.

●      Parents/Spectators: Revocation of privileges to attend all home and away athletic contests for the remainder of the school year.  Parent/Spectators will be put on a probationary status for the upcoming season.

Probationary Status:

●      Probationary status includes, but is not limited to, immediate removal from all athletic contests for the remainder of the student’s/parent’s/spectator’s/coach’s time at the school.

●      No exceptions will be permitted under probationary status.

●      Probationary status may impact participation or attendance in future seasons or events until the school administration, CSCC board and disciplinary committee determines reinstatement.

Zero-Tolerance Clause for Severe Misconduct

Any instance of physical aggression, threats, or severe discriminatory or harassing behavior may result in immediate removal and suspension, regardless of whether it is a first offense. The Athletic Director, school administration and CSCC disciplinary board reserve the right to impose heightened disciplinary measures when the severity of the conduct warrants it.

Additional Provisions
●      All incidents will be formally documented and retained in the athletic department’s records of the school involved, the CSCC conference, the CSCC disciplinary committee.

●      Suspensions and removals are not subject to appeal except in cases of documented misidentification or procedural error.

●      This policy applies to all athletic events, including pre-game, in-game, and post-game interactions, and extends to both home and away contests.

●      Reinstatement after any suspension may require a mandatory meeting with the Athletic Director and/or school administration, and/or CSCC board and disciplinary committee

Statement of Expectation

Participation in athletics is a privilege, not a right. All individuals associated with the athletic program are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and sportsmanship. By participating in or attending athletic events, all parties agree to adhere to this policy and support an environment that reflects respect, integrity, inclusivity, and fair play.

Indemnity Agreement:

We the undersigned, recognize and acknowledge that participation in sports and activities incident thereto involves the risk of injury to participants. In consideration of our child’s participation in the Mary, Seat of Wisdom School’s extracurricular sport program, its agents, servants, and employees including but not limited to the school board, the athletic committee, faculty members, and coaches, from any and all claims, liability, and expenses, in any manner cased, which may arise by reason of any injury or damage suffered or sustained by our child and which is occasioned by or in any way related to our child’s participation in the aforesaid athletic program and the activities incident thereto.  Each of us has carefully read and understands that this is an Indemnity Agreement and is legally binding and we intend it to be binding on us and our heirs and assigns.