Hanover Central Athletic Department

1. Hanover Central Athletic Department FALL PARENT MEETING 2013-14

2. Athletic department staff Jo Ann Heldt Assistant AD 219-374-3838 jheldt@hanover.k12.in.us Kevin Bachinski Athletic Director 219-374-3866 kbachinski@hanover.k12.in.us

3. Fall varsity/Head coaching staff • Football Robert Harrison • Volleyball - Girls Erin Zeller • Volleyball - Boys Travis Lechien • Cross Country – Coed Steve Foulds • Golf – Girls Jerry Kienzle • Soccer – Girls Jim Pattison • Soccer – Boys Dan Grunewald • Cheerleading Debbie James • Poms/Dance Team Coleen Darnell

4. Hanover Central HS Administration • Superintendent Mr. Thomas Taylor • Principal Mr. Justin Biggs • Assistant Principal Ms. Mary Ann West

5. Purpose of meeting • To provide information about the athletic department for the Fall athletic season and the 2013-14 school year • Communicate expectations for our student athletes – both the school and team level • Provide information that may help avoid conflicts, problems, or questions that may arise during the upcoming season

6. Greater South Shore Conference SchoolEnrollment Bishop Noll Warriors 496 – 2A Calumet Warriors 599 – 3A Hanover Central Wildcats 636 – 3A Lake Station Eagles 394 – 2A Marquette Catholic Blazers 217 – 1A North Newton Spartans 464 – 2A River Forest Ingots 420 – 2A Wheeler Bearcats 555 – 3A Whiting Oilers 408 – 2A South Central Satellites (Football Only) 304 – 1A Boone Grove Wolves (Football Only) 536 – 2A

7. Athletic department mission The primary mission of the Hanover Community School Corporation Athletic Department is to provide an opportunity of involvement and/or participation for every student athletically, whether it is a competitive sport, recreational activity, or management/support opportunity. In doing this, serious attention will be devoted individually to the physical, mental, social, and emotional dimensions with outcomes including student growth in all dimensions and their preparation to make a serious contribution to his/her family and community. • Athletics are a part of the total educational program and should emphasize the “student first” philosophy • We are not a win at all cost program but realize the importance that the expectation of success can play in creating a competitive environment • Being an athlete at Hanover Central athletes is a privilege and not a right • Held to high academic standards • Behavior on and off the field/court should be exemplary • Athletes will face adversity, but that is OK • We encourage multi-sport participation among our student athletes and will emphasize working together to better the entire athletic program

8. Booster club HANOVER CENTRAL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB President:  Heather Frost Vice President:  Missy Martinez Secretary:  Lynn Schweitzer Treasurer:  Cynthia Singleton Email:  hcboosterclub@yahoo.com MONTHLY MEETINGS Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month in the hospitality room in the Athletic Center. Please check the "Wildcat Athletic Calendar" for upcoming Athletic Booster Club Events

9. Recruiting • We WILL help with the recruiting of student athletes, however, the initial process must begin with the athletes and parents • Identify schools • Be realistic as to college level • NCAA Clearinghouse: Division 1 & 2 www.eligibilitycenter.org • NAIA Eligibility Center: www.playnaia.org • Academics are important starting freshman year for those that want to participate in college – DO NOT WAIT!!!

10. Parent/coach communication Athlete • Athlete should approach the coach 1st regarding an issue Parent • Start with the coach by setting up an appointment • Please do not confront a coach prior to, during, or after a practice or contest • If not satisfied, set up an appointment with the Director of Athletics • Will not discuss playing time • Misinformation and rumors one of the biggest challenges we face • PLEASE CONTACT THE ATHLETIC OFFICE WITH CONCERNS OR QUESTIONS

11. Forms and documents • Athletic Physical Packet 2013/14 - Must be completed before the student athlete is allowed to participate. (April 1st) • IHSAA physical signed by a doctor (all pages) • Concussion Acknowledgement • Insurance Acknowledgement • Student & Parent Code of Conduct • Emergency Medical Treatment Waiver • Student Accident Insurance • Student Athletic Protection: www.stuproinc.com • Travel Release Form • Athletic Patch Order Forms ALL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PARENT/ATHLETE FORMS SECTION OF THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE!

12. eligibility • Students must pass 70% or 5 “solid” classes during a grading period (IHSAA Rule) to remain academically eligible for the next 9 weeks • Physical education counts • Workforce does not count as a solid • Hanover Central conducts a grade check approximately every 3 weeks (typically on a Monday morning) • Students must be passing all classes at that time to remain eligible for the next 3 weeks • Any student in violation will be notified and will be come ineligible for competition immediately • Grade check dates are posted on-line on the athletic page

13. Student attendance • Athletes must be in attendance all day to practice or compete • Exceptions are excused absences which include: • Medically documented appointments • Funeral visitation • Serving as a page • Court appointment • College visits – scheduled through the guidance department • Military examinations • Religious holidays with administrative approval • School sponsored activities such as field trips, athletic participation, etc. • Any student who receives a suspension of any type as a result of a violation of the HC Student Code of Conduct can not practice or play during the length of that suspension

14. Emergency procedures • Lightning strike – 30 minutes from last strike; time will restart with each new occurrence • Bleachers must also be exited and players/fans will be moved indoors to the field house area • Severe weather– Coaches will keep athletes and will only release to parents • We want to make sure that everyone is safe and accounted for • School Cancelled –Contests may or may not be played • Dependent on cooperation with the opposing school • Early Dismissal – Everything cancelled

15. Athletic trainer Samantha Hainline Barb Down • Official can ask for an evaluation by trainer or physician • Symptoms of concussion – the athlete will be removed from contest/practice. Must get a release from a physician on the official release form. • This is an Indiana State Law. • ImPACT Testing

16. Admission and season passes Hanover Central High School Adult and HS Students= $6.00 Students K-8= $3.00 Hanover Central Middle School Adult and HS Student= $3.00 Students K-8= $2.00 The Wildcat Pass All home none tournament or IHSAA events Student= $40 Adult= $75 Family=$200

17. website Visit Hanover Central Athletics on-line at www.hanover.k12.in.us • Schools – HCHS or HCMS • Athletics tab • Schedules • Special Events • Directions to Schools (in the near future) • Cancellations / Postponements / Alerts • Twitter: @hanoverathletics

18. General information • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc…) • A great tool when used correctly • Please be aware of the possible dangers and consequences as a student and athlete • Sportsmanship / Behavior • A class level of behavior and sportsmanship should be displayed towards officials, workers, athletes, fans, and opponents at all times • Expected of both our student athletes and their support group • Guests at away contests • Your reputation proceeds you! Perception is reality!

19. Breakout sessions • Football Auditorium • Girls Volleyball Cafeteria • Girls Soccer Room 620 • Boys Soccer Room 638 • Cross Country Room 633 • Boys Volleyball Room 639 • Girls Golf Room 634 • Cheerleading Room 637