The interscholastic activities program is conducted in Fairfax Jr./Sr. High School to further the development of students as competitors and spectators through friendly inter-school contests. The purpose of the activities program is to develop leadership, good sportsmanship, personality, new friendships and friendly rivalry with other schools.

SPORTSMANSHIP

We believe good sportsmanship should be exemplified at all activities and contests. Opponents who enter our school should be treated as guests. The same goes for game officials. At all times, both participants and spectators should treat those around them with respect.

ACTIVITIES

The activities covered in this handbook will be only those which are governed by the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Activities, clubs, organizations and events not directly governed by MSHAA will follow the guidelines set forth in the Student/Parent Handbook.

Activities include:

Football Cheerleading

Volleyball Drill Team

Basketball Instrumental and Vocal Music

Track Academic Bowl

Golf

Should the district add any activity governed by MSHSAA, that activity will automatically become a part of this book although it may not appear in name.

MASCOT

The teams at Fairfax R-3 are known as the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs.

SCHOOL COLORS

The teams/groups at Fairfax R-3 are represented by the colors green and white.

CONFERENCE AFFILIATION

Fairfax R-3 is a member of the 275 Conference. Other conference schools include:

Craig Hornets Mound City Panthers

Nodaway-Holt Trojans North Nodaway Mustangs

Rock Port Blue Jays South Holt Knights

West Nodaway Rockets Tarkio Indians

Included in the conference for Football only

Stanberry Tigers

Worth County Tigers

CITIZENSHIP

All students in the Fairfax R-3 School District are expected to conduct themselves in such a way as to only bring credit upon the team, group, school, community, their family, and themselves. MSHAA requires that student participants in activities be “credible citizens” (By-law 212). Any student judged to not be a “credible citizen” may be declared ineligible for any period of time by school administration. Expectations are as follows:

Student athletes are to be on their best behavior at all times. Good behavior in the classroom is mandatory. If a student athlete receives an I.S.S. he or she is subject to the following punishment.

a) 1^st offense – Individual will miss 1 game.

b) 2^nd offense – individual will miss 2 games.

c) 3^rd and subsequent offense – Individual will miss 5 games.

These offenses take place during a specified sports season and do not carry over from season to season.

Any student receiving an O.S.S. during the sports season will be subject to the following punishments.

a) 1^st offense – 2 game suspensions after the student is allowed to return to school.

b) 2^nd offense – 5 game suspensions.

Punishments do not affect band performances.

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY

In Order to maintain eligibility for activities, the Fairfax R-3 Board of Education has adopted the following policy:

Academic eligibility will be determined using MSHSAA State Standards. In the semester prior to participation, the students must pass 70% of the maximum allowable classes in which a student can be enrolled in the semester. In the case of Fairfax R-3 School District, Students must pass 6 classes during a semester in order to participate the next semester.
The students must be striving to make satisfactory progress toward graduation as determined by local school policies.
A student who is dually enrolled in college and high school classes but who does not receive high school credit on their transcript for the college course may have college hours earned during a regular semester count up to a maximum of one unit of credit toward determining high school eligibility.

a. ¼ unit of credit for a 1 – 2 hour credit course.

b. ½ unit of credit for a 3 hour credit course.

Credit earned or completed after the close of the semester shall not count as having been earned that semester, except in the case of a delayed grade.

a. This rule is automatically waived in a case in which the student fails to complete the required units of credit because of call to service in the Armed Forces or National Guard.

b. A seventh or eighth grade student must be currently enrolled in and regularly attending the normal course for that grade or must have enrolled in a full course at his/her level in any public school

special education program for the handicapped approved by the Missouri Department of Education which, though ungraded, enrolls pupils of equivalent chronological age.

Students entering the 7^thand 9^th grade for the first time will be eligible by promotion. At the end of the 1^st quarter, all eligibility requirements are placed into effect. These requirements remain in uninterrupted effect until graduation, or the student fulfills his/her state athletic eligibility.

JR. HIGH COOPING

Jr. High practice will usually take place during the 8^th hour study hall period. Therefore, Jr. High Students are subject to weekly grade checks. Any student the administration deems not to be making adequate grades or turning in adequate work will not be allowed to leave the study hall and go to practice until all grades and work are complete.

TRANSPORTATION

As most of the activities are of a team or group nature, the value of traveling to and from activities together can not be discounted. For that reason, student participants are expected to ride to and from activity trips on school provided transportation. Students who do not travel to activities in school provided transportation will not be allowed to participate in the activity. The administration recognizes that at times, extenuating circumstances may occur. In these cases, permission to use alternative transportation to the activity must be secured from administration. Students wishing to use alternative return transportation from the activity will be released to parents/guardians only. The parent/guardian must sign out the student before the student is released.

STATE LEVEL COMPETITION

Students, teams, or groups who qualify for state level competitions in any activity will have the following expenses paid for by the school; travel, lodging, and a $5.00 per meal allowance. If the qualifying competitor is a team or group, the competitors will be defined as team members who will suit up for the activity, managers, and cheerleaders who perform.

ACTIVITY CODE

Students participating in the activity program at Fairfax R-3 are subject to the following expectations. These expectations apply year round, regardless of whether school is in session.

Citizenship (see “CITIZENSHIP” on page 2).
Refrain from the use of profanity.
Maintain good school attendance.
Attend all practices and games.
Demonstrate positive attitude and behavior.
Demonstrate good sportsmanship.
Refrain from the use of tobacco, alcohol, and controlled substances.

In not meeting expectations one through six, coaches, sponsors, and/or

administration will use their discretion in assigning consequences to the student. Every effort will be made to insure that the consequences are appropriate with respect to the violation and that a standard of fairness is applied to each individual situation.

SUBSTANCE POLICY

The district wants to be as consistent as possible in dealing with situations that may arise during the year. With this in mind, some procedures concerning the use of controlled substances have been set.

Athletes may be reported to be using or in possession by a member of the Fairfax R-3 staff, Board of Directors or by a law enforcement agency.

These offenses will carry over from year to year beginning with seventh grade. Punishments follow students throughout the entire year even if the student is not participating in any activity during the period when he or she gets into trouble.

Even though not playing in a contest, the athlete is expected to be at all practices leading up to and during the enforcement of the penalty.

The coaching staff, faculty and administration believe that students should not be in attendance at illegal functions comprised of minors who are using controlled substances. Therefore, any student reported to be in attendance at such function will be punished the same as if he/she was using a controlled substance. The bottom line is, id there is a controlled substance there, remove yourself from the

situation as quickly as possible.

Any student who has a disciplinary action, ticket, or encounter with Law Enforcement or the Court System must self report the incident to the administration. Students who have such violations are not eligible by MSHAA citizenship standards until all obligations of said infraction are fulfilled. Knowingly participating while under such probation puts the team in jeopardy of having to forfeit contests. Therefore, students are to self report the incident to the administration who will investigate the incident and hand down the proper punishment. Failure to self report puts the student athlete in jeopardy of having further punishments/restrictions placed on him or her.

Examples of action that might be taken:

1) Athlete caught during season, first offense as 10^th grader.

a) During football would sit 15% of 9 games or 1.4 games which would be round to 1 game.

b) During basketball would be 15% of 22 or 3 games.

2) Same athlete gets caught again as a junior sits for 50% of in season games. This may carry over such as: sit the last two football games = 22% and 28% of basketball or 6 games to get full 50%

TOBACCO USE

Possession or use of any tobacco products on school property, school activities, or as witnessed by a member of the Fairfax R-3 staff or Board of Education in areas away from school

First Offense – The student will sit out 5% of the regularly scheduled MSHAA contests for the activities in which they currently participate or any subsequent MSHAA activities totaling 5%, whichever is applicable.
Second Offense – The student will sit out 15% of regularly scheduled MSHAA contests for the activities in which they currently participate or any subsequent MSHAA activities totaling 15%, whichever is applicable.
Third Offense – The student will be ineligible for all MSHAA activities for nine (9) school calendar weeks

Each subsequent offense will result in an ineligible period or nine (9) calendar weeks.

All offenses are cumulative beginning with seventh grade or at such time as the student transfers (enrolls) at Fairfax R-3.

ALCOHOL

Possession, use, or attendance under the influence of alcohol, or as witnessed by a member of the Fairfax R-3 staff, Board of Education or as reported by law enforcement authorities on or off school property.

First Offense – The student will sit out 15% of the regularly scheduled MSHAA contests for the activities in which they currently participate or any subsequent MSHAA activities totaling 15%, whichever is applicable.
Second Offense – The student will sit out 50% of regularly scheduled MSHAA contests for the activities in which they currently participate or any subsequent MSHAA activities totaling 50%, whichever is applicable.
Third Offense – The student will be ineligible for all MSHAA activities for 365 calendar days.

Each subsequent offense will result in an additional ineligible period of 365 calendar days.

All offenses are cumulative beginning with seventh grade or at such time as the student transfers (enrolls) at Fairfax R-3.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

Possession, use, or attendance under the influence of any unauthorized prescription drug, narcotic substance, counterfeit drugs, drug related paraphernalia, sale, or distribution of the same, or as witnessed by a member of the Fairfax R-3 staff, Board of Education, or as reported by law enforcement authorities on or off school property.

First Offense -- The student will be ineligible for all MSHAA contest and activities for a period of 365 days.
Subsequent Offense(s) – The student will be ineligible for all MSHAA contest and activities for an additional period of 365 calendar days for each subsequent offense.

All offenses are cumulative beginning with seventh grade or at such time as the student transfers (enrolls) at Fairfax R-3.

ATTENDANCE

A student must be in attendance the whole day in order to attend or participate in a school activity that same day. Certain instances will be excusable at the discretion of the Principal (advanced approval required for appointments), or a Doctor’s note is presented. If an event is scheduled for a Saturday, student must be in attendance all day on Friday, or be excused by the Principal, to participate.

EXPECTATIONS OF FANS

It is the belief of the Fairfax R-3 School District that our fans should be a favorable reflection of the school and community. Any behavior that is contrary to this should be carefully scrutinized.

The following expectations apply to students, patrons and other fans of the Fairfax R-3 School District:

Our opponents, their coaches, and fans are guest in our house and should be treated with courtesy and respect.
Fans should refrain from criticizing game officials. They are trained in the mechanics and rules of game officiating. Game officials are human and will make mistakes. That is simply a part of the game. They are here to assist in the administration of the game, they don’t care who wins.
Fans should only make gestures or hold up signs that encourage our teams.
Fans should only engage in songs, chants, and slogans designed to encourage our teams.
Above all, fans should remember that the game is for the players.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS

Prior to participating in football, volleyball, basketball, track, golf, or cheerleading, each student must have on file in the office a completed physical examination form and accompanying insurance information. Insurance is available through private company and information can be

obtained in the office.

TRANSFER OF ELIGIBLITY

Students transferring from one school district to another must file an eligibility transfer form. The student may not participate at their new school until that form is complete. MSHAA has specific guidelines for transfer of eligibility. Check with school administration to receive a form and more information on transfer.

CONFERENCES WITH COACHES AND SPONSORS

All coaches will be available at times to discuss the progress or your student. However, there are limitations to what a coach will discuss and at what times. The following is a summary of appropriate subject matter and timelines:

Coaches/Sponsors will only discuss your student, their progress, attitude, and any other essential information. Coaches/Sponsors will not discuss other students.
Coaches/Sponsors will not discuss game strategy or play calling.
Coaches will not discuss playing time issues with parents. Team members are encouraged to come to the coach to discuss these issues.
If a conflict exists between the student and coach/sponsor, it is the expectation of the administration that the coach/sponsor and student do everything possible to resolve the conflict personally. If that is not possible, the parent should first visit with the coach/sponsor in an effort to resolve the conflict. If that too does not yield results, the parent should visit with administration.
Parents should never request a meeting with a coach/sponsor during or immediately following a contest. Rather, the parent may contact the school at a latter time to make an appointment with the coach/sponsor.
Parents should not contact a coach/sponsor at home to discuss conflicts, nor should they insist that the coach/sponsor address the conflict in a public place away from school grounds.

These guidelines are established to allow the most professional relationship possible among coaches, sponsors, students, and parents. They also serve as a guide to head off any situations that may be potentially embarrassing to the people involved.

PROVISIONAL LETTERING

A provisional letter may be granted to a participant who is not able to complete the season due to illness, injury or other extenuating circumstance except suspension for violation of policies or academic ineligibility. If a participant is granted a provisional letter or returns to fully letter in the succeeding year in that activity, they will be considered as having fully lettered in the provisional year.

Requirements for a provisional letter will follow the format of lettering requirements for that particular activity. The participant and head coach/sponsor of the activity will agree by contract on what further requirements must be met in lieu of participation.

VARSITY LETTERING REQUIREMENTS

FOOTBALL

In order to letter, students must participate in at least 50% of the varsity quarters.

VOLLEYBALL

In order to letter, students must participate in at least 50% of the varsity games.

BOYS/GIRLS BASKETBALL

In order to letter, students must participate in at least 50% of the varsity quarters.

ACADEMIC TEAM

In order to letter, students must participate in at least 50% of the varsity matches.

BOYS/GIRLS TRACK/ FIELD

In order to letter, students must participate in at least 75% of the available meets
Students must earn 1 point in a track meet, or combination of meets.

GOLF

Students who have their card used in a varsity match will letter.

CHEERLEADING

In order to letter, students must participate or cheer in at least 80% of the varsity games during the individual sports season. Football and basketball constitute separate sports seasons. If an individual is participating in a corresponding sport (basketball) while on the cheer squad, the cheerleader must cheer in at least 80% of the varsity games in which they are not participating. Example: Girls must cheer in at least 80% of the boys games or combination of boys and girls games they are not suiting out for. Basketball games in which the cheerleader is participating in will not count against them.

BAND (160 points needed to earn a varsity letter)

Point Additions

1. 50 points for band enrollment

2. 5 points for Band Parent/Guardian/Student Handbook signatures turned in by August 31^st.

3. 25 points for 100% attendance @ Band Camp

4. 5 points per marching band and Concert band performance (dates listed in Band handbook). Minimum pts. possible: 45

5. ½ point per pep band performance including pep assemblies (30 home games, 15 pts. Possible)

6. 5 points drum major

7. 5 points color guard member

8. 2 points Concert Band section Leader

9. 5 points District Band solo and/or small ensemble (per event).

10. 25 points for receiving a I overall rating at District Concert Band Contest.

11. 10 points for receiving a II overall rating at District Concert Band Contest.

12. 15 points for receiving a I rating at District Solo/Ensemble contest (per event)

13. 25 points for receiving a I rating at State Music Contest.

14. 10 points for receiving a II rating at State Music Contest.

15. 5 band band officer.

16. 25 points attendance at any college summer band camp.

17. 25 points for selection and participation in any honor band.

18. 5 points per quarter for achieving high honor roll (1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd. quarter)

19. 3 points per quarter for achieving “B” honor roll (1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd. quarter)

20. 5 points for returning marching band/choir guard/drum major uniform and accessories within 1 week after last performance.

21. 5 points each for helping with the elementary winter or spring musical (possible 10 points).

22. 5 points for participation in school musical cast.

23. 3 points for participation in the school musical technology crew.

24. 10 points for solo or small ensemble performance outside of school (director needs 1 week notice).

25. 1-5 points Director’s prerogative.

Point Deductions

2 points per non-attended rehearsal of summer band camp.
2 points per non-attended scheduled practice for solo/ensemble contest
2 points per non-attended color guard practice
2 points per tardy after 3.
5 points each time your uniform is not properly put up
10 points for being disrespectful to instructor or any of your fellow band members.

Individual with the highest points will receive a plaque.

**Points will be calculated up until 1 day before the scheduled activities banquet.

CHOIR (25 points needed to earn a varsity letter)

** Any member enrolled in Band, and not able to enroll in choir, may achieve a letter in choir, should they achieve enough points.

Point Additions

10 points for choir enrollment.
5 points for Choir parent/guardian/student handbook signatures turned in by August 31^st (requires choir class enrollment).
10 points for participation in the fall and/or spring concert. (possible 20 points)
5 points District Vocal solo and/or small ensemble (per event).
15 points for receiving a I overall rating at District Vocal Solo/Ensemble contest (per event).
25 points for selection and participation in any honor choir.
5 points for participation in school musical cast. (requires choir class enrollment)
3 points for participation in school musical technology crew. (requires choir class enrollment).
10 points for vocal solo or small vocal ensemble performance outside of school (director needs 1 week notice).

5 points each for helping with the elementary winter or spring musical (possible 10 points). This requires choir class enrollment.
25 points for attendance at any college summer vocal music camp.
5 points per quarter for achieving high honor roll (1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd quarter).
5 points per quarter for achieving “B” honor roll (1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd quarter).
1-5 points director’s prerogative (requires choir class enrollment).

Point Deductions

2 points per tardy after 3.
10 points for being disrespectful to instructor or any of your fellow choir members.

Individual with the highest points will receive a plaque.

** Points will be calculated up until 1 day before the scheduled activities banquet.

BALL GAME ADMISSIONS

ALL HOME BALL GAMES:

Adult (out of high school) $4.00

Student $3.00

Pre-school and under Free

TOURNAMENT ADMISSIONS

Volleyball Basketball

Adult $4.00 Adult $4.00

Student $3.00 Student $3.00

Pre-school & under Free Pre-school & under Free

FREE ADMISSION POLICY

Free admission to Fairfax R-3 athletic activities will be granted to the following people:

Fairfax R-3 staff, spouses, and their school age children.
Bearers of 275 Conference passes, spouses, and their school age children.
Persons working at the event (team members, linemen, chain gang, band, cheerleaders, concession stand workers, law enforcement, ambulance, etc.).
Pre-school age and under children.
Non conference coaches, administrators, cheerleader sponsors.
Bearers of a Fairfax Complimentary pass.

Complementary passes to home games will be made available through the Superintendent’s office for the following people:

Patrons age 65 and over.
Fairfax clergy.
Football gate keepers.

Approved: November 10, 1994

Board of Education Fairfax R-3

Fairfax, Missouri

Amended: February 17, 1995

FAIRFAX HIGH SCHOOL SONG

We’re loyal to you Fairfax High

To the green and white, Fairfax High

We’ll back you to stand

You’re the best in the land

For your true loyal band, Fairfax High

RAH! RAH!

So keep that in mind, Fairfax High

We’re pledged to your shrine, Fairfax High

Our school is our fame protector

Lead on that we may do great things

For our own high school band.

Bring out the dear old flag of green and white

Lead on ye students for the right we fight,

Like men of thrift and courage

Placing reliance, shouting defiance,

RAH! RAH! RAH!

Amid the broad green fields

That nourish our land for honest labor

and for courage we stand,

For unto thee we pledge our hearts and hands,

Dear old Fairfax High you are so grand