2014

1. WISD FALL SPORTS ATHLETIC Parent Meeting 2014

2. Introduction of Coaches • Julie Reed – Athletic Secretary • Nicole Mercier – Athletic Trainer • Kenneth Gilchrist – Athletic Director / Head Football • Lee Leifeste – Offensive Coordinator (OL/DL) • Jeff Richters – Defensive Coordinator (LB’s/WR’s) • Bo Johnson – Co Defensive Coordinator (DL/QB) • Josh Sonen – Middle School Coordinator (OLB’s/WR’s) • Troy Doyle – Assistant Football (WR/DL) • Jim Oneal - Assistant Football (QB’s/DL) • Lonnie Dalton – Assistant Football (Sec/RB) • Tony Miller - Assistant Football (RB’s/LB’s) • Rex Unruh – Assistant Football (DL/OL) • Colt Smith – Assistant Football (RB’s/OLB’s) • Heather Richters – Head Volleyball • Lauren McCreight –JV Volleyball • Darren Smith - Freshman Volleyball • Angie Gilchrist – Assistant Volleyball • Mindy Estill – Assistant Volleyball • Jamie Coburn – Assistant Volleyball • Kaylann Miller – Assistant Cross Country / Head Girls Basketball • Mitch Williams – Head Cross Country

3. New District’s Football District and Region Volleyball & Cross Country District

4. Important Dates August 29th Tail Gate & Jump House Season Opener Kick-Off October 1st District Kick-off Bonfire!

5. Help Us Take The Next Step! • A POSITIVE APPROACH • Parent/Coach Relationship Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations. By establishing an understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide greater benefit to children. As parents, when your children become involved in the athletic program, you have a right to understand expectations placed on your child. This begins with clear communication from the coach of your child's team.

6. Proper Way to Discuss Your Concerns • Procedure to Discuss a Concern with a Coach • 1. Call to set up an appointment. • 2. If you cannot reach the coach, call the principal. He/she will set up the meeting for you. • 3. Please do not attempt to confront a coach either before or after a contest or practice. These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach. Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution. • Next Step for Parent when Meeting with the Coach Does Not Provide a Satisfactory Resolution • 1. Call and set up an appointment with the principal and the athletic director to discuss the situation. • 2. At this meeting, the appropriate next step can be determined. • Research shows that athletic participation provides girls and boys with motivation for academic performance and physical activity, a structure to teach time management and self-discipline, and a means to develop self-esteem. • Student-athletes benefit from a positive sports experience. The WISD Athletic Department provides this information for parents to foster understanding between you and your child's coach, and to ensure an enjoyable season for your child.

7. Paperwork Needed Physical if your son/daughter is entering the 7th, 9th, or 11th grade Pre-participation Physical Evaluation Acknowledgement of Rules Form Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Form – NEW Concussion Acknowledgement Form - Updated 6/13 Illegal Steroid Use Parent and Student Notification/Agreement Form Athletic Insurance for your athletes

8. Useful Information • New Athletic Website – www.wisdathletics.com • Video for football & volleyball – www.hudl.com • NCAA Clearinghouse – http://web1.ncaa.org • Max Preps - www.maxpreps.com