All students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular programs, conditional upon their grades and adherence to school rules. A minimum grade point average of 70% in all subjects (with no grade lower than a C) must be maintained. Grade and conduct checks are conducted by the principal, vice-principal and athletic director on a regular basis. Students who do not maintain a 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA), or receive in excess of 2 D’s/F’s on their trimester report card are ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities (including school sports) until improvement is seen in the new trimester. Students who receive a formal office referral are ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities, including student government. Student behavior expectations are consistent with our school discipline guidelines are reflected in the Student Learning Expectations.
Participating in the After-School Sports Program is considered a privilege. Students must maintain satisfactory grades in conduct and behavior. The after-school sports program is intended to help students develop psychologically, socially, academically, and physically. The school sponsors the After-School Sports Program for grades 5-8 on Monday through Thursday.
A student must be in school at least ¾ of the day on a game day to participate in the game on that day (See Extracurricular Activities). Parents who volunteer to drive the students to and from the games must leave a copy of their driver’s license and proof of adequate automobile insurance on file with the School Office. Parents who have not undergone a background check are ineligible to transport students to games, other than their own child. Cars used to drive the students must have seatbelts for everyone.
