2026-2027 Parent Handbook - Flipbook - Page 51
Athletic Policies & Procedures
Parent & Family Commitment
Parents play an essential role in creating a positive athletic experience for our students. We encourage
families to support their athletes by attending competitions, celebrating effort and improvement,
encouraging teamwork, and reinforcing the values taught by our coaches. Families are expected to
familiarize themselves with team schedules, coaching expectations, equipment requirements, and any
associated participation costs. Parents are responsible for arranging appropriate transportation to and from
athletic activities and are encouraged to support the program through positive encouragement and
participation whenever possible. We recognize that families have many competing commitments. However,
participating on a school team means making a commitment to the entire team, and we ask families to plan
accordingly.
Parent & Spectator Code of Conduct
Carden Conejo School is committed to maintaining an athletic environment where students feel supported,
coaches are respected, and healthy competition is celebrated. Parents, guardians, and spectators are
expected to demonstrate the same character and sportsmanship that we expect from our student-athletes.
All parents, guardians, and spectators are expected to:
Model Positive Sportsmanship: Demonstrate encouragement and respect for all athletes, coaches,
officials, and spectators at practices, games, and other athletic events.
Prioritize Student Well-Being: Place the emotional and physical well-being of student-athletes above any
personal desire to win.
Use Respectful Language: Refrain from profanity, inappropriate comments, or disrespectful language
directed toward players, coaches, officials, or other spectators.
Respect the Rules: Encourage student-athletes to follow the rules of competition and respect the rights
of teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials.
Accept Officials' Decisions: Respect all decisions made by referees and game officials. Booing, heckling,
arguing, or otherwise displaying disrespect toward officials is prohibited.
Avoid Confrontations: Never confront officials during or after a game regarding specific calls, decisions,
or the outcome of a contest.
Encourage Others: Help foster an atmosphere of kindness, encouragement, and good sportsmanship
among fellow spectators.
Maintain a Positive Attitude: Refrain from blaming officials, coaches, or participants for the outcome of a
competition. Model grace in both victory and defeat.
Respect Coaching Authority: Recognize that coaching decisions are made in the best interests of the
team and athletic program. Parents should not interfere with coaching instructions, team management,
or decisions during practices or competitions.
Communication with Coaches
We recognize that parents may occasionally have questions or concerns regarding their child's athletic
experience. Open, respectful communication is important to maintaining a healthy relationship between
families and coaches. When a concern arises, parents are expected to follow the school's communication
procedures:
Observe the 24-Hour Rule: Parents should wait at least 24 hours following a game, competition, or
incident before contacting a coach about a concern.
Schedule a Meeting: Parents should contact the coach by email or phone solely to request a meeting.
The details of the concern should not be discussed in the initial communication.
Include the Student-Athlete: Both the parent and student-athlete are expected to attend the scheduled
meeting with the coach.
Focus on Constructive Solutions: Conversations should center on the student's experience, development,
and well-being. Playing time, team positions, and concerns involving other students or families are not
appropriate topics for discussion.
Document the Conversation: The coach will maintain a written summary of the meeting, including any
mutually agreed-upon resolutions. All participants will sign the record, which will serve as the basis for
any future discussions regarding the same concern.
