2024 parent meeting agenda
CPMS TRACK 2024 PARENT PACKET
A. PRACTICE/MEET CALENDAR (Posted on cpmstrack.weebly.com)
1. PRACTICES
a. PICK-UP TIME IS 5:00 pm!
2. MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY
a. ONE WEDNESDAY PRACTICE THE WEEK AFTER SPRING BREAK
* There will be no practice on Monday, April 8th due to the Solar Eclipse!
B. MEETS
1. HOME
a. GO HOME AFTER SCHOOL (BUS/CAR RIDER)
b. REFER TO SCHEDULE FOR ARRIVAL TIME (TYPICALLY 4:30)
c. BE HERE READY TO GO AT THE TIME POSTED
2. AWAY
a. ATHLETES WHOSE NAMES ARE ON THE "AWAY MEETS" LIST (POSTED ON THE WEBSITE) WILL STAY AT CPMS AFTER SCHOOL
b. HEALTHY SNACKS HIGHLY SUGGESTED!
c. ALL ATHLETES MUST RIDE THE BUS TO THE MEET
d. SIGN-OUT SHEET FOR PARENTS WANTING TO TAKE ATHLETES HOME FROM THE AWAY MEET SITE.
LOOK FOR THE DESIGNATED COACH TO SIGN OUT. (FOR THE RECORD, COACH PREFERS EVERYONE RIDE THE BUS HOME.)
*THIS MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE YOUR CHILD LEAVES!
UNIFORM INFORMATION/FEES (Presented by 185 Apparel)
A. EACH ATHLETE WILL PURCHASE A UNIFORM PACKAGE FOR A COST OF $60
1. DRI-FIT JERSEY (YOUR CHOICE OF UNISEX, LADIES FIT, OR YOUTH-SIZED)
2. SHORT (YOUR CHOICE OF GIRL'S RUNNING SHORT, BOY'S RUNNING SHORT OR UNISEX BASKETBALL STYLE SHORT)
3. 2 PRACTICE T's (one of which the athlete will be able to select a quote to put on the back! Make sure you make that selection when ordering online!)
4. “WARRIOR TRACK & FIELD” CINCH BAG
**FOR ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR ATHLETES/ SPIRIT WEAR FOR PARENTS & FANS, CLICK BELOW!
ONLINE STORE TO ORDER UNIFORM PACK/SPIRIT WEAR
**PLEASE PAY ATTENTION AND ORDER THE CORRECT SIZES FOR YOUR ATHLETE!
THERE WILL BE NO RETURNS OR EXCHANGES !
B. DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR WEATHER! *PACK FOR EITHER!
1. SWEATSHIRT/SWEATPANTS
2. HAT/GLOVES
***WE WILL FOLLOW THE SCHOOL DRESS CODE ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT HANDBOOK:
Student Dress & Appearance Students will dress in a way that shows self-respect and respect for others to minimize disruptions and establish safety within the instructional environment. Student Dress/Appearance violations:
Revealing clothing Holes (above mid-thigh)
Skirts (at the knee) Shorts (above mid-thigh) - SPANDEX SHORTS CAN BE WORN UNDER RUNNING SHORTS
Low/High cut shirts exposing chest, ribcage, armpit, stomach - NO TANK-TOPS OR MID-CUT T-SHIRTS; NO T-SHIRTS CUT DOWN THE SIDE
Clothing showing exposed undergarments
Sagging or Sheer tights / pants
Sheer/lace shirts
Bra straps
Inappropriate / Offensive Language
Sexuality, Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco promotion
Discriminatory / Defamatory language
C. COMFORTABLE SHOES TO RUN IN
1. NO NEED FOR ‘NEW’ SHOES OR SPIKES; UP TO THE PARENT(S)
a. NO FLAT SOLED TENNIS SHOES - these are not made for running
2. WAIT UNTIL WE KNOW FOR SURE WHAT EVENT(S) YOU ARE IN (TOLD BY COACHES)
3. JACKRABBIT RUNNING, DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, GREENWOOD RUNNERS FORUM, ETC. (*SEE COACH BEERS FOR A RUNNERS FORUM COUPON!)
EXPECTATIONS OF HARD WORK
A. PAIN/SORENESS
1. “ICE AND IBUPROFEN” IS TYPICAL; THIS SHOULD BE DONE UNDER PARENT SUPERVISION ONLY!!!
a. DON’T OVERDO THE IBUPROFEN!
b. TAKE IT WITH FOOD!
c. ICE ON 15 MINUTES/OFF 15 MINUTES
d. STRETCH!!!
1. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS/ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
1. SCHOOL RULES
* We will follow the athletic department/school policy on any vaping/smoking/etc. incident during school or track events. According to Mr. Treesh, our Athletic Director, if an athlete participates in that type of activity, they will lose a "minimum of 25% of the season up to the entire season depending on the situation."
2. RESPECT!
3. ATTENDANCE: It must be understood that there is an attendance policy for all track athletes: If an athlete has three (3) UNexcused absences from track practices and/or meets, that athlete will face immediate dismissal from the track team. *This does NOT include excused absences when a student-athlete has missed the school day and has been marked as "Excused" with our Attendance Secretary or after-school activities such as academic clubs, robotics, bowling team, etc. It should be noted, however, that frequent/regular absences/late arrivals due to these events MAY jeopardize the athlete's opportunity to perform at a varsity level or on a relay team. ABSENCES MUST BE COMMUNICATED WITH COACH BEERS VIA EMAIL/PARENTSQUARE MESSAGE!!!
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Beers.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
1. WEBSITE: cpmstrack.weebly.com
2. FINAL FORMS: MAKE SURE TO REGISTER ASAP!!!
3. GOOGLE CLASSROOM: Code is g2xu4im
4. *Coach D. Beers (Head Coach) [email protected] OR through FinalForms
* PLEASE CONTACT FIRST!
Coach Maurer (Short Distance)
Coach Alonso (Short Distance)
Coach Hollenbaugh (400's/Short)
Coach Kern (Long Distance)
Coach Akers (Discus)
Coach Burris-Mallory (Shot Put)
Coach Carter (High/Long Jumps)
Coach Brett (Long/High Jumps)
Coach O'Keefe (Special Assistant)
Coach Logan (Assistant)
Coach Schneider (Part-Time Assistant - Conditioning)
Coach Deel (UIndy Graduate Assistant)
CPMS TRACK STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
As an athlete, you are asked to read and agree to the following guidelines.
1. I will always be on time and prepared for practice and games. Three (3) unexcused absences will call for immediate dismissal from the team.
2. As a member of the team, I will be courteous, respectful, and practice good sportsmanship to teammates, opponents, teachers/coaches, and officials.
3. I understand that it is a privilege to represent my Middle School and proper behavior is required in school settings, practice, and athletic contests.
4. I will use appropriate language at all times.
5. I understand that good sportsmanship is a must. Criticizing, blaming or disputing with my teammates, coaches, opponents, or referees will not be tolerated.
6. I will be respectful of other schools’ staff members and facilities; this is proper behavior as a representative of my Middle School.
7. I will be alcohol, drug, tobacco and vape free. These violations MAY result in immediate dismissal.
8. I understand that commitment to practice and meets is required. As an athlete, I should communicate any scheduling conflicts with the coaches.
9. I will respect other people's property by following the expectation that "If it isn't yours, don't touch it."
10. I will never have my phone on my person at practices or meets and will limit any/all social media posts and comments to positive things about myself and my teammates. Anything in question will be handled by administration as it would be in the school setting.
*Violation of statements 1-10 MAY be handled in following manner, depending on the severity of the offense:
First violation = warning and conference with coach
Second violation = conference with athlete/parent/coach/athletic director
Third violation = review with the athletic director; possible dismissal from the team
The following actions will be taken when the athlete receives any of the following:
Two detentions or Referrals (Per Season)
1. Warning and conference with coach.
2. No practice and no games for that week.
3. Conference with athlete/ parents/coach.
Three or more detentions/referrals (Per Season) * Referrals that result in a detention.
1. No practice and no games for that week.
2. Conference with athlete/parents/coach.
3. Review with athlete/parents/principal/coach for possible removal from the team.
In-School/ Out of School Suspension (Per Season)
1. No practice or no games for that week.
2. Review with athlete/ parents/principal/coach for possible removal from the team.
CPMS TRACK PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Interscholastic sports programs promote the physical, social, and emotional development of student-athletes and Clark-Pleasant Middle School strives to meet goals in this development. Because of this, parents should encourage student-athletes to embrace the values of good sportsmanship, and should model good sportsmanship by demonstrating fairness, respect and self-control.
For a child to participate in track at CPMS, the child’s parents must obey this Code of Conduct. Parents must be responsible for their words and actions while attending a CPMS athletic event, home or away, and obey this Code of Conduct.
Parents must not engage in or encourage their child or anyone else to engage in:
It must be understood that there is an attendance policy for all track athletes: If an athlete has three (3) UNexcused absences from track practices and/or meets, that athlete will face immediate dismissal from the track team. *This does NOT include excused absences when a student-athlete has missed the school day and has been marked as "Excused" with our Attendance Secretary or after-school activities such as academic clubs, robotics, bowling team, etc. It should be noted, however, that frequent/regular absences/late arrivals due to these events MAY jeopardize the athlete's opportunity to perform at a varsity level or on a relay team.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Beers.
A. PRACTICE/MEET CALENDAR (Posted on cpmstrack.weebly.com)
1. PRACTICES
a. PICK-UP TIME IS 5:00 pm!
2. MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY
a. ONE WEDNESDAY PRACTICE THE WEEK AFTER SPRING BREAK
* There will be no practice on Monday, April 8th due to the Solar Eclipse!
B. MEETS
1. HOME
a. GO HOME AFTER SCHOOL (BUS/CAR RIDER)
b. REFER TO SCHEDULE FOR ARRIVAL TIME (TYPICALLY 4:30)
c. BE HERE READY TO GO AT THE TIME POSTED
2. AWAY
a. ATHLETES WHOSE NAMES ARE ON THE "AWAY MEETS" LIST (POSTED ON THE WEBSITE) WILL STAY AT CPMS AFTER SCHOOL
b. HEALTHY SNACKS HIGHLY SUGGESTED!
c. ALL ATHLETES MUST RIDE THE BUS TO THE MEET
d. SIGN-OUT SHEET FOR PARENTS WANTING TO TAKE ATHLETES HOME FROM THE AWAY MEET SITE.
LOOK FOR THE DESIGNATED COACH TO SIGN OUT. (FOR THE RECORD, COACH PREFERS EVERYONE RIDE THE BUS HOME.)
*THIS MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE YOUR CHILD LEAVES!
UNIFORM INFORMATION/FEES (Presented by 185 Apparel)
A. EACH ATHLETE WILL PURCHASE A UNIFORM PACKAGE FOR A COST OF $60
1. DRI-FIT JERSEY (YOUR CHOICE OF UNISEX, LADIES FIT, OR YOUTH-SIZED)
2. SHORT (YOUR CHOICE OF GIRL'S RUNNING SHORT, BOY'S RUNNING SHORT OR UNISEX BASKETBALL STYLE SHORT)
3. 2 PRACTICE T's (one of which the athlete will be able to select a quote to put on the back! Make sure you make that selection when ordering online!)
4. “WARRIOR TRACK & FIELD” CINCH BAG
**FOR ADDITIONAL ITEMS FOR ATHLETES/ SPIRIT WEAR FOR PARENTS & FANS, CLICK BELOW!
ONLINE STORE TO ORDER UNIFORM PACK/SPIRIT WEAR
**PLEASE PAY ATTENTION AND ORDER THE CORRECT SIZES FOR YOUR ATHLETE!
THERE WILL BE NO RETURNS OR EXCHANGES !
B. DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR WEATHER! *PACK FOR EITHER!
1. SWEATSHIRT/SWEATPANTS
2. HAT/GLOVES
***WE WILL FOLLOW THE SCHOOL DRESS CODE ACCORDING TO THE STUDENT HANDBOOK:
Student Dress & Appearance Students will dress in a way that shows self-respect and respect for others to minimize disruptions and establish safety within the instructional environment. Student Dress/Appearance violations:
Revealing clothing Holes (above mid-thigh)
Skirts (at the knee) Shorts (above mid-thigh) - SPANDEX SHORTS CAN BE WORN UNDER RUNNING SHORTS
Low/High cut shirts exposing chest, ribcage, armpit, stomach - NO TANK-TOPS OR MID-CUT T-SHIRTS; NO T-SHIRTS CUT DOWN THE SIDE
Clothing showing exposed undergarments
Sagging or Sheer tights / pants
Sheer/lace shirts
Bra straps
Inappropriate / Offensive Language
Sexuality, Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco promotion
Discriminatory / Defamatory language
C. COMFORTABLE SHOES TO RUN IN
1. NO NEED FOR ‘NEW’ SHOES OR SPIKES; UP TO THE PARENT(S)
a. NO FLAT SOLED TENNIS SHOES - these are not made for running
2. WAIT UNTIL WE KNOW FOR SURE WHAT EVENT(S) YOU ARE IN (TOLD BY COACHES)
3. JACKRABBIT RUNNING, DICK’S SPORTING GOODS, GREENWOOD RUNNERS FORUM, ETC. (*SEE COACH BEERS FOR A RUNNERS FORUM COUPON!)
EXPECTATIONS OF HARD WORK
A. PAIN/SORENESS
1. “ICE AND IBUPROFEN” IS TYPICAL; THIS SHOULD BE DONE UNDER PARENT SUPERVISION ONLY!!!
a. DON’T OVERDO THE IBUPROFEN!
b. TAKE IT WITH FOOD!
c. ICE ON 15 MINUTES/OFF 15 MINUTES
d. STRETCH!!!
1. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS/ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
1. SCHOOL RULES
* We will follow the athletic department/school policy on any vaping/smoking/etc. incident during school or track events. According to Mr. Treesh, our Athletic Director, if an athlete participates in that type of activity, they will lose a "minimum of 25% of the season up to the entire season depending on the situation."
2. RESPECT!
3. ATTENDANCE: It must be understood that there is an attendance policy for all track athletes: If an athlete has three (3) UNexcused absences from track practices and/or meets, that athlete will face immediate dismissal from the track team. *This does NOT include excused absences when a student-athlete has missed the school day and has been marked as "Excused" with our Attendance Secretary or after-school activities such as academic clubs, robotics, bowling team, etc. It should be noted, however, that frequent/regular absences/late arrivals due to these events MAY jeopardize the athlete's opportunity to perform at a varsity level or on a relay team. ABSENCES MUST BE COMMUNICATED WITH COACH BEERS VIA EMAIL/PARENTSQUARE MESSAGE!!!
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Beers.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
1. WEBSITE: cpmstrack.weebly.com
2. FINAL FORMS: MAKE SURE TO REGISTER ASAP!!!
3. GOOGLE CLASSROOM: Code is g2xu4im
4. *Coach D. Beers (Head Coach) [email protected] OR through FinalForms
* PLEASE CONTACT FIRST!
Coach Maurer (Short Distance)
Coach Alonso (Short Distance)
Coach Hollenbaugh (400's/Short)
Coach Kern (Long Distance)
Coach Akers (Discus)
Coach Burris-Mallory (Shot Put)
Coach Carter (High/Long Jumps)
Coach Brett (Long/High Jumps)
Coach O'Keefe (Special Assistant)
Coach Logan (Assistant)
Coach Schneider (Part-Time Assistant - Conditioning)
Coach Deel (UIndy Graduate Assistant)
CPMS TRACK STUDENT-ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
As an athlete, you are asked to read and agree to the following guidelines.
1. I will always be on time and prepared for practice and games. Three (3) unexcused absences will call for immediate dismissal from the team.
2. As a member of the team, I will be courteous, respectful, and practice good sportsmanship to teammates, opponents, teachers/coaches, and officials.
3. I understand that it is a privilege to represent my Middle School and proper behavior is required in school settings, practice, and athletic contests.
4. I will use appropriate language at all times.
5. I understand that good sportsmanship is a must. Criticizing, blaming or disputing with my teammates, coaches, opponents, or referees will not be tolerated.
6. I will be respectful of other schools’ staff members and facilities; this is proper behavior as a representative of my Middle School.
7. I will be alcohol, drug, tobacco and vape free. These violations MAY result in immediate dismissal.
8. I understand that commitment to practice and meets is required. As an athlete, I should communicate any scheduling conflicts with the coaches.
9. I will respect other people's property by following the expectation that "If it isn't yours, don't touch it."
10. I will never have my phone on my person at practices or meets and will limit any/all social media posts and comments to positive things about myself and my teammates. Anything in question will be handled by administration as it would be in the school setting.
*Violation of statements 1-10 MAY be handled in following manner, depending on the severity of the offense:
First violation = warning and conference with coach
Second violation = conference with athlete/parent/coach/athletic director
Third violation = review with the athletic director; possible dismissal from the team
The following actions will be taken when the athlete receives any of the following:
Two detentions or Referrals (Per Season)
1. Warning and conference with coach.
2. No practice and no games for that week.
3. Conference with athlete/ parents/coach.
Three or more detentions/referrals (Per Season) * Referrals that result in a detention.
1. No practice and no games for that week.
2. Conference with athlete/parents/coach.
3. Review with athlete/parents/principal/coach for possible removal from the team.
In-School/ Out of School Suspension (Per Season)
1. No practice or no games for that week.
2. Review with athlete/ parents/principal/coach for possible removal from the team.
CPMS TRACK PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Interscholastic sports programs promote the physical, social, and emotional development of student-athletes and Clark-Pleasant Middle School strives to meet goals in this development. Because of this, parents should encourage student-athletes to embrace the values of good sportsmanship, and should model good sportsmanship by demonstrating fairness, respect and self-control.
For a child to participate in track at CPMS, the child’s parents must obey this Code of Conduct. Parents must be responsible for their words and actions while attending a CPMS athletic event, home or away, and obey this Code of Conduct.
Parents must not engage in or encourage their child or anyone else to engage in:
- Unsportsmanlike conduct with any coach, parent, participant, official, or other attendee;
- Any behavior that would endanger the health, safety, or well-being of any coach, parent, participant, official, or other attendee;
- The use of profanity;
- Treating any coach, parent, participant, official, or other attendee with disrespect based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or ability;
- Verbal or physical threats or abuse of any coach, parent, participant, official, or other attendee;
- Initiating a fight or scuffle with any coach, parent, participant, official, or other attendee;
- Coaching any player from the sidelines or stands during practice or competition, as this may be distracting to the individual and the team, and may directly conflict with the coach’s strategy;
- Approaching a coach to discuss the coach’s strategy during or after a meet. Please wait until the next day to contact the coach. Parents must address any concerns with the coach directly with the coach, in a respectful manner at an appropriate time (never on the same day as a game). If the concerns are not addressed to the Parents’ satisfaction, they may then contact the athletic director to schedule an appointment to discuss any concerns with the coach and athletic director.
- Verbal or written warning;
- Suspension or immediate ejection from a sports event; and/or
- Season suspension or multiple season suspension.
It must be understood that there is an attendance policy for all track athletes: If an athlete has three (3) UNexcused absences from track practices and/or meets, that athlete will face immediate dismissal from the track team. *This does NOT include excused absences when a student-athlete has missed the school day and has been marked as "Excused" with our Attendance Secretary or after-school activities such as academic clubs, robotics, bowling team, etc. It should be noted, however, that frequent/regular absences/late arrivals due to these events MAY jeopardize the athlete's opportunity to perform at a varsity level or on a relay team.
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Beers.