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 students and children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian and must be under the supervision of that adult at all times

All parents, guardians, and supporters will conduct themselves in a positive sportsman-like manner with the shared understanding that interscholastic competitions should be played in a safe environment which promotes learning and growth for all scholar-athletes.

Students should support their team and display good sportsmanship. Cheering, chanting, and positive encouragement are all encouraged, but spectators should avoid disrespectful behavior or offensive language.

Negative remarks, vulgar language, unwarranted physical interaction, destruction of property, and verbal and/or physical altercations are direct violations of positive sportsmanship and could result in the following:

• Removal at competition,

• Inability to attend future competitions for all or a portion of the season,

• Future disciplinary action by the school or outside authorities (as specified in the GSA Code of Conduct).

This document does not supersede the GSA Code of Conduct. Please be aware that discipline imposed by a school may carry a greater action than the sanctions listed above.

The following are guidelines for all spectators to promote positive sportsmanship:

• Spectators will respect all coaches, umpires/officials, administrators, and other spectators.
• Do not engage in physical or verbal intimidation, or abuse towards any player, official, umpire, coach, or spectator.
• Spectators must always remain off the playing surface, including during halftime.
• Respect all facilities and equipment.
• Spectators should remain in their designated seating section.
• Comply with any directives from facility supervisors, administrators and/or event staff.
• Spectators will cheer for their team in a positive manner.

• Do not use disparaging remarks towards the other teams).

Spectators will:

• Not use artificial noisemakers.
• Remain fully clothed.
• Not throw any objects into stands or onto event surfaces.

Spectators will clean up after themselves:

• Clean up after themselves and dispose of trash properly, whether at a school gymnasium, an outdoor field, or another venue.

Failure to comply with expectations could result in denial of admission or removal from sporting events.

All attendees acknowledge and agree to be positive examples for our scholar-athletes and accept responsibility for their actions as participants and spectators of athletics with GSA.

 

GSA Athletics Administration

• 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.