District 8 – Code of Ethics

Code of Ethics for Student‐Athletes

I will respect student‐athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators.
I am a student first and athletics is an extension of my educational experience.
I am committed to striving for excellence with integrity and sportsmanship.
I will communicate in a positive way.
I am grateful to be a student‐athlete, and I will win with dignity and lose with grace.

Code of Ethics for Coaches

I will respect student‐athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators.
I will act in the best interest of the team while developing the student-athlete as a whole person.
I will teach my student‐athletes to play fair and to respect the rules, officials, and opponents.
I will be generous with praise and constructive feedback.
I will encourage and model integrity and sportsmanship.

Code of Ethics for Spectators

I will respect student‐athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators.
I will remember that student‐athletes play sports for their own enjoyment and as an extension of their educational experience.
I will cheer in a positive manner.
I will respect the area of play.
I will respect the decisions of the official.