Welcome to GSA Middle and High School Athletics

GSA Middle School
Fall Sports	Winter Sports	Spring Sports
Girls Volleyball	Boys Basketball	Boys & Girls Track
Boys Soccer	Girls Basketball	Baseball
Cheerleading	Coed Wrestling	Girls Soccer

GSA High School
Fall Sports	Winter Sports	Spring Sports
Girls Volleyball	Boys Basketball	Boys & Girls Track & Field
Boys Soccer	Girls Basketball	Baseball
Boys & Girls Cross Country	Coed Wrestling	Girls Soccer

The purpose of this handbook is to provide a guide for Gateway Science Academy Middle and High School parents and students regarding policies, procedures and responsibilities related to interscholastic sports. A major goal of the interscholastic athletic program is to involve as many student athletes as possible in an educationally sound and successful manner.

Salih Cavdar currently serves as the Athletic Director for GSA Middle and High School. A major responsibility of the Athletic Director is to assist all coaches in the implementation of athletic programs and to provide students with the finest athletic program possible. Should you have any questions regarding general athletic program policies or procedures please contact Mr. Cavdar at 314-261-4361 ext. 127, or [email protected]

The entire athletic program must work within the framework of the overall school program. No program can be successful without the cooperation and support of the community we serve. We hope that you find this information useful as you and your child begin your experience at GSA. Best of luck in all your athletic endeavors.

• All the forms in FinalForms (formerly PRIVIT) will need to be signed by a parent is required for all students to try out for a GSA Athletics Team.

• Prior to trying out for any athletic team, a Concussion Information Fact Sheet should be read and the concussion acknowledgement form signed by the parent and student/athlete on FinalForms.

All students who participate or try out for any interscholastic sport are required to have an annual physical exam by a licensed physician. The physical exam is good for only two year from the date of the exam and must be on file in the nurse’s office prior to the first sports clinic or tryout. GSA Middle and High School complies with the health and physical examination guidelines established by the Missouri State High School Activities Association.

Appropriate behavior is expected during all extra-curricular activities. All rules that govern and apply to student behavior during the school day also apply to extra-curricular activities. Student behavior on the bus, in the locker room, on the court/field, on the stage, etc., should promote a positive image of Gateway Science Middle and High School. Inappropriate behavior will not be accepted or tolerated. All extra-curricular activities are extensions of the school day, so inappropriate behavior during the school day will affect participation in the before and after-school programs. Coaches are encouraged to maintain communication with administrators and parents regarding any discipline situation. The school administration will be directly involved in significant disciplinary matters and will make decisions regarding appropriate consequences. 

All athletes who have made a team will play in all athletic contests. Playing time will not always be equal and is at the discretion of the individual coach. All coaches are asked to communicate their policies and practices regarding playing time to all athletes and parents shortly after the team is selected. Tournament playing time may differ from regular season playing time.