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Our Objectives

Immanuel Lutheran School will develop purposeful activities to guide the children in development of their spiritual, intellectual, moral, social and physical potentials.

1. There will be experiences to develop the spiritual potential of the children so that they may:

· Come to know Jesus;

· Strengthen their faith in God;

· Develop a mature prayer life;

· Obtain a thorough knowledge of God, His love and His word;

· Recognize their sin and the need for salvation;

· Rely upon God for both spiritual and earthly

blessings;

· Desire to lead others to the Savior;

· Serve through stewardship of time, talent, and treasure in a Christian congregation.

2. There will be experiences to develop the intellectual potential of the children for them to:

· Acquire knowledge and skill through our school curriculum;

· Develop an inquiring mind, independent thinking, and desirable study and work habits;

· Evaluate all human knowledge in the light of Scripture;

· Develop an appreciation for the benefits of leisure time interests, pursuits, and their effect upon a productive adult life.

3. There will be experiences to develop the moral potential of the children in which they:

· Learn the standards of society in which they live;

· Acquire an understanding of the decisions which lead to good or bad behavior;

· Develop a conscience which guides them to self-discipline and a positive character;

· Understand that what is acceptable to society may not be God pleasing;

· Strive to live a God-pleasing life.

4. There will be experiences to develop the social potential of the children in which they become aware of:

· Their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as members of a multicultural society and as citizens of the United States of America;

· Their obligation to serve their community and country through useful and active citizenship;

· Their responsibilities to family, friends, and associates;

· Their uniqueness in the eyes of God and that all other people are also unique in the eyes of God.

5. There will be experiences to develop the physical potential of the children where they learn to:

· Regard their bodies as the “temple of the Holy Spirit”;

· Acquire and maintain desirable physical health habits;

· Discover and respect the physical abilities and limitations of themselves and others.

SUPPORT SYSTEM

Immanuel Lutheran School is owned, operated and maintained by the Immanuel Lutheran Congregation. The congregation has shown its deep concern for Christian education by their God‑pleasing contributions. All children attending Immanuel Lutheran School are assessed a tuition. Members of Immanuel Lutheran Congregation are given a reduced rate if they meet attendance and communion requirements. As a congregational member, they also are expected to contribute regularly through their weekly church envelopes. Tuition rates are set annually and are available through the office. Tuition assistance is available for those who need it.

There are four tuition payment plans: annually by final registration day; semi‑annually; monthly over ten months; and monthly, over twelve months.

Monthly tuition is due the 1st of each month. A late fee is charged per month on all unpaid balances. All parents pay for fees and tuition through “Smart Tuition.” The family is urged to get in touch with the principal if there is a problem. If the tuition is one (1) month late, a letter is sent to the family indicating the balance due. The family is placed on probation. The Board of Christian Day School Education reviews overdue accounts monthly. If the tuition is two (2) months late, the parents may be asked to withdraw their child/ren from the school. Tuition only covers a portion of educating your child. A substantial portion comes from Immanuel Lutheran Church, gifts, and fundraisers.

REFUNDS

Students who leave Immanuel Lutheran School earlier than one month before the last day of school shall pay a prorated rate or be entitled to a prorated refund proportional to the number of days of school in which that child was enrolled, with the school calendar beginning August 15^th. Two weeks notice of withdrawal is required.

Book & technology fees, PTL dues, etc. will not be pro-rated.

All fees must be paid in full before any refunds are given.

ADMINISTRATION

The chairman of the Board of Christian Day School Education (elected by the congregation) and members (appointed by the chairperson) is the controlling authority in the operational procedures of the school. The calling and appointing of teachers, the adoption of the course of studies and textbooks, and all major changes in the school are carried out with the approval of the board and the congregation.

The Principal acts as administrator and, with the help of the faculty, suggests changes in policies for the welfare and improvement of the school. It is his/her responsibility to see that the policies of the Board of Christian Day School Education are carried out. If you question a school or teacher action, first see the staff members involved, then the principal, and then the school board. They meet monthly.

ADMISSIONS POLICY

Immanuel Lutheran School is a school for the children of members of Immanuel Lutheran Congregation and other children who desire a Christian Education. Immanuel Lutheran School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, athletic and other school administrated programs.

New-student applications are approved by the Principal; even so, students are accepted on a probationary status for 30 days. The Board of Christian Day School Education renders final approval/disapproval. Immanuel Lutheran School is not equipped to serve severely handicapped children, nor is it an institution for serious disciplinary cases.

Registration for current children takes place each spring. Enrollment occurs in the following order:

1) currently enrolled children

2) Immanuel Church families that are not currently enrolled in the school

3) siblings of current students

4) members of other LC-MS churches

5) all others.

Presently-enrolled families must be current in their payments before their registration is accepted. After April 1^st, registration is opened to the general public. Immanuel Lutheran School has made a great impact on many lives.

Age Requirements

Children entering the first grade must reach the age of six either on or before September 1 of that school year. Any pupils wishing to be enrolled with advance standing will be asked to present a transfer and a report card from the last school attended.

Original Birth Certificate

All incoming children must present an ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE from the court house to the office to complete the application process. This certificate will be copied by the school and returned to the parents.

Kindergarten Early Entry

To apply for early entry into Kindergarten, a child must meet the following requirements: (1) the child’s fifth birthday must fall between Sept. 2 and Oct. 31, documented by a birth certificate; (2) the child must demonstrate above average attention skills, gross and fine motor skills, cooperative play skills, as well as expressive and receptive language skills; (3) the child must receive an above average score on the Kindergarten screening (Brigance).

Application must be made 1 month prior to school entry by meeting with the principal and the Kindergarten teacher. Testing will be completed within 1 month. The parents or guardian will receive a written summary of the test results during a second conference with the principal. The decision of the principal is final.

RECOGNITION

Immanuel Lutheran School has been accredited by the National Lutheran School Accreditation Board. This agency investigates schools and makes recommendations about their programs. Immanuel Lutheran School meets state requirements and is therefore recognized as a non‑public school by the Illinois State Board of Education.

DISCIPLINARY POLICY

The acquisition of Christian attitudes, self‑control, orderliness, and efficiency is a prerequisite for learning of any depth, quality and significance. Further, a faculty and student body committed to Christ must function as the "Body of Christ" and a "Oneness" that is growing and dynamic because of the redeeming action of God's Son (I Cor. 12; Rom. 12; Gal. 3: 27‑28). Love, the gift of God through the Gospel, must transform us with a new love‑powered behavior that prompts one to behave in line with "the good of the whole body."

The authority of parents over their own children is naturally regarded as supreme. Just as children are "to obey their parents in the Lord" (Eph. 6:1) so it can be assumed that when children are released into the custody of the school, THE AUTHORITY IS THEN VESTED IN THE TEACHERS. Home‑school relationships must be of essential agreement, cooperation and trust if the pupil‑teacher relationship is to be beneficial.

A detailed discipline code will be given to each child before admission. This statement must be signed before the first class day of school.

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE STUDENTS

1. Christian love should guide behavior in and out of the classroom. Pupils are to practice Christian charity towards one another, be obedient, respectful, attentive towards teachers, and observe Christian stewardship in the use of time, talents, and possessions. They are to maintain good order at all times, promote and preserve cleanliness, be courteous and kind, especially to newcomers and young children, respect one another's rights, cooperate with classmates and leaders in group activities and reveal good sportsmanship in games.

2. Students are encouraged to discuss school problems with their

teacher, principal or pastor.

3. All students are expected to be honest and truthful.

4. Each student owes implicit obedience to the teachers according to

the fourth commandment.

5. Obedience, respect and courtesy are to be shown all teachers and

school personnel as God's representatives.

6. Teacher's directions are to be followed exactly when students are

required to leave the room.

7. Children are not to accept transportation without knowledge and

consent of parents, guardians or teachers.

8. The principal or teacher is to be notified at once when a stranger

appears on the premises.

9. Parents are liable for destruction of property by their children.

10. Pupils who lose or damage school‑owned books are required to

replace or pay for them. Hardbound books must be covered.

11. All pupils who have permission to take athletic equipment, books,

or other material are required to return them.

12. Pupils are not allowed in the school before 8:35 a.m. and must leave

promptly after dismissal. All pupils must vacate school 10 minutes

after dismissal except for those who are scheduled for an after‑

school activity. Latchkey is available before and after school.

Students arriving too early or not picked up after school will be

taken to latchkey and parents will be charged the fee.

13. Pupils may ride bicycles to and from school, but bicycles are not to

be ridden on school grounds. Pupils are never to ride double on a

bicycle. Parking space is provided for bicycles. Bicycles must be

chained and locked to the rack. The use of a bicycle for transpor-

tation to school is a privilege granted and this privilege can be

removed if rules are not observed.

14. Gum chewing is not permitted in the school or on the school

grounds before, during, or after school.

15. All student cell phones are to be turned off and kept in the lockers

during the school day unless the child receives specific per-

mission from the teacher.

DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE

For behavior which is not in harmony with the policies or intentions of the school as a Christian institution, the school reserves the right to discipline and, if necessary, to suspend or to ask parents to withdraw their child.

Prior to this drastic action, attempts will be made to solve the difficulty through teacher‑pupil discussion. The policies found in the discipline code will be followed step by step.

DISCIPLINE POLICY

Generally, the teachers are responsible for the discipline in their classrooms or special activities such as Art, Music, Quest, etc. Teachers are to post rules in their room. The supervisors are also the authority people in the cafeteria, playground, buses, etc. We have enlarged our policy to address what will be the logical consequences if the problem becomes too blatant or repetitive.

LEVEL 1

1. Repetitive classroom behavior judged inappropriate by the

teacher.

2. Gum chewing

3. Five (5) unexcused tardies and/or early dismissals for the year. Should the tardies continue, a detention will be given for each unexcused tardy until 9 tardies have been reached. Excuses are weather, or medical only.

4. Dress code violations (see Dress Code).

5. Running in the halls or cafeteria.

6. Inappropriate language. This includes swearing, cursing, and using the Lord’s name in vain

CONSEQUENCES: Warning or one (1) detention...signed by parent/served next detention day. Parent and principal notified of detention.

LEVEL 2

1. Repeat of Level 1 offense.

2. Repeat tardies from 10 – 14; 2 detentions for each unexcused tardy at this level.

3. Being in an off‑limits area (such as the art room) without

permission.

4. Rough play, throwing snowballs, rock‑throwing.

5. Lying to an adult at school.

6. Careless disregard to property.

7. Encouraging inappropriate behavior

CONSEQUENCES: Parent notification. Two (2) detentions ... Conference with parent, teacher, principal.

LEVEL 3

1. Repeat of Level 2 offense.

2. Repeat tardies 15 – 19; in-school suspension for each unexcused tardy at this level.

3. Intentional fighting, shoving, or physical hurting.

4. Stealing from anyone on the school property.

5. Cheating or plagiarism.

6. Gambling or wagering for money.

7. Insubordination ‑ refusal to obey authority figure, talking back, or obscene gestures.

8. Bullying, or harassment, including cyber-bullying, use of graphic language, photography or threatening words.

CONSEQUENCES: Parent notified. One (1) day in‑school suspension administered by principal. Conference with parent, student, teacher, and principal.

LEVEL 4

1. Repeat of Level 3 offense.

2. Repeat tardies 20 – 24; 2 day-in-school suspension for each tardy at this level.

3. Intentional or careless damage to property.

4. Truancy or cutting.

5. Use or possession of tobacco products.

6. Threatened or actual harm to authority figure.

CONSEQUENCES:

1. Immediate removal of child to office by principal until conference.

2. Parent notification. Two (2) days in‑school suspension administered by principal

3. Conference with parent, pupil, teacher, and principal. Board of Christian Day School Education notified.

LEVEL 5

1. Repeat of Level 4 offense.

2. Tardies 25 or more

3. Use, possession, or sale of any illegal drug and/or alcohol.

4. Breaking of a municipal, state, or federal law on school property deemed applicable by principal.

5. Possession, use or threatened use of weapon or look-alike.

CONSEQUENCES:

1. Immediate removal of child from school until hearing. Immediate one (1) day out‑of‑school suspension minimum.

2. Board of Christian Day School Education hearing within five school days.

3. No attendance allowed at any extracurricular event for 14 days.

4. Homework required for consideration to re-enter school, but no credit given.

5. Probable expulsion.

NO CORPORAL PUNISHMENT WILL BE ADMINISTERED AT THIS SCHOOL.

Parent support of the discipline policy with further corrective measures at home should reinforce the school’s message that the child needs to improve behavior. The school reserves the right to require appropriate counseling and testing. New and re-entering students are on 30 days probation.

Students and parents are required to sign a copy of the discipline policy before the first day of school.

Each Level 1 infraction will equal 1 point. Each Level 2 infraction will equal 2 points. Each Level 3 infraction will equal 3 points. Each Level 4 infraction will equal 4 points. Each Level 5 infraction will equal 5 points. A total of 20 points per school year will lead to Level 5 consequences, including probably expulsion. Tardy detentions will not count toward the 20 points. Students who misbehave during in-school suspensions are subject to Saturday in-school suspensions.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL TOBACCO ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY

Immanuel Lutheran School discourages the use of alcohol, tobacco and drugs. Use of tobacco, alcohol, or any illegal drugs is not allowed at any Immanuel school function, including any Immanuel sponsored off campus functions, nor is it allowed in any form on our own or any other school campus. Advertising for these products in any form is not allowed.

DRESS CODE

It is the philosophy of Immanuel Lutheran School that students should acquire not only an understanding of subject matter, but also a realization that becoming educated for adult life means developing acceptable patterns of deportment, dress and grooming. Clothing appropriate for school wear should be neat in appearance. The administration reserves the right to define such terms as: good taste, neatness, cleanliness, and safety apparel.

Chapel day is a special day at Immanuel. It is held on Wednesday. All students are strongly encouraged to dress up for chapel. No P.E. will be scheduled on that day. Students may change at recess, if necessary.

DRESS CODE (GRADES K‑8 ONLY)

BOYS

1. Shirts with tails will be tucked in.

2. Pants are to be neat, clean and hemmed.

3. Shoes will be worn at all times. No clogs or flip flops.

4. Socks are required in P.E. class.

GIRLS

1. Blouses shall portray modesty.

2. Skirts, slacks are to be neat, clean and hemmed.

3. Shoes are to be worn at all times. No clogs or flip flops.

4. Socks are required in P.E. class.

DO NOT WEAR:

1. Any garment with writing or pictures of a questionable nature.

2. Tank tops as an outer garment in grades 3‑8.

3. Any ill‑fitting or see-through clothing.

4. Dangling earrings. For safety reasons, earrings dangling more than 1

inch cannot be allowed.

5. Hats in the building when classes are in session or during formal

activities.

6. Sweatpants as school apparel in grades 3‑8.

NOTES: All Grades

1. Boots, gloves, caps, jackets, and snow pants or a change of pants

are required for sledding. Children should be prepared to go out-

side for recess daily. Exceptions occur when the weather is below

20 . The children generally have indoor recess on Wednesdays.

2. Boots are required to play in the snow.

3. Fingertip length, hemmed, neat shorts may be worn.

4. Hygiene is a health issue. Parental guidance is needed in this

area, especially as students reach puberty.

If these rules are repeatedly broken, the teacher should discuss it privately with the student and his parents. If this doesn't resolve the issue, the teacher may elect to go to Level I of the Discipline Code.

The school may also ask that the student change into appropriate available clothing, such as a PE shirt or call a parent for a change of clothes.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Immanuel Lutheran School offers before and after school care for those families needing extended hours of care for their children. This program is housed in the lower level of the school building and is best accessed by parents through the Church Street parking lot. Children brought in before school are taken upstairs at 8:35 by the Child Development staff. Children staying after school are met outside the gym at 3:05 by Child Development Center staff.

The goal of the Before & After School program is to provide a safe, supervised place for your child before and/or after school. In the morning, children can bring breakfast and eat it before school. Children are also given the chance to go to the gym from 8:00 to 8:30. In the gym they can play basketball, jump rope, or just sit on the bleachers and talk. In the afternoon children are given the opportunity to play, either in the gym or outside, for the first half hour. When they return to the school age room, they are given a snack. Following the snack time, children are given the opportunity to work on homework during a quiet time of roughly a half hour. The remaining time is used for craft projects, games, computer time, etc.

The program also is open on days of no school, including Christmas and spring breaks. Children are given morning and afternoon snacks and a lunch on days when there is no school.

Sign up sheets are posted in the school-age room two weeks in advance of the “no school” day. Parents are asked to sign up so that we have the appropriate number of staff and activities for the children. If the child has been signed up for a given day and they do not use the program for that day, appropriate charges will be applied to the parent’s account.

We also offer what we call “drop-in usage” which is as-needed use. The fee will be charged per usage, regardless of morning or afternoon.

Families that use the before & after school program on multiple mornings or afternoons pay by the week.

GUIDANCE

Pupil progress reports are shared with parents regularly. Grade cards are sent home quarterly at a scheduled parent consultation. Open communication is a goal of our staff. Mid‑terms and progress reports (green sheets) help aid this communication. Parents are encouraged to meet with their child's teacher to discuss schoolwork or to share information pertinent to their child's education.

SUPPORT SERVICES

Stephenson County provides our school with nursing service. Health problems may be brought to the attention of the registered nurse that serves our school. She reviews the health records.

Northwest Special Education District and District #145 offer their specialized staff for help in the diagnosis of learning problems. Psychological tests, individualized intelligence tests, and speech therapy are available. This is done without cost to the individual.

Lutheran Church and Family Services (LCFS) provides counseling services for our students, if needed. Immanuel School has received a state grant that would pay for students desiring counseling services. Initial appointments are taken through the LCFS office at 1-800-363-5237 and are confidential.

TESTING

Immanuel Lutheran School may require an entrance examination to determine proper placement of the student. In addition to regular subject matter testing, standardized achievement tests and mental ability tests are also given to the children in school. Accurate records are kept in the school office. These tests are utilized to the best advantage in the teaching of your child. All information is kept in the strictest confidence and used in a professional way. Any and all information is available to parents.

MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS

The regulations of the State of Illinois require all children entering Pre‑Kindergarten, Kindergarten, fifth grade or children new to the State of Illinois to have a complete physical examination before they enter school in the fall of that year. ALL students must be properly immunized and records must be on file in the school office. Failure to meet these requirements by October 15th of the current school year will result in suspension from school until the requirements are met.

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS: Illinois immunization regulations require all students present proof of immunity against: diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, HIB, hepatitis B and must have one dose of the chickenpox vaccine or proof of having had the disease.

Students who wish to participate in sports are required to have a sports physical each year before the season begins.

MEDICATION will be administered to your child on a daily basis after the parent or guardian has signed the proper forms. The parent is required to make sure the school office has the necessary medication.

DENTAL EXAMINATIONS

The State of Illinois requires that students entering Kindergarten, 2^nd grade and 6^th grade have dental examinations, which are turned in to the office. For other students, an annual dental examination is recommended. It is advisable that regular visits be made to the family dentist so that necessary dental work can be taken care of before conditions become so severe that teeth cannot be saved or that valuable school time is lost during the year. Parents are urged to have dental work done in the summer, if possible. WE WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE THAT ALL APPOINTMENTS MADE DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR BE SCHEDULED FOR OTHER THAN SCHOOL HOURS!

EYE EXAMINATIONS

The State of Illinois requires that all students entering Kindergarten and any student entering school for the first time shall have an eye examination by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches or a licensed optometrist. The eye examination from must be returned to the school office by October 15^th.

HEALTH ISSUES

IF YOUR CHILD HAS BEEN SENT HOME FROM SCHOOL (EITHER WITH A FEVER OR VOMITING), DO NOT SEND THEM BACK THE NEXT DAY.

Our policy is that they must be free of a temperature for 24 hours before returning to school and have not vomited for the same length of time. This is very important for the recuperation of your child as well as protection of the other children.

HOT LUNCH and MILK

Immanuel Lutheran School offers a hot lunch program for all its students. This is a government-supported program in which delicious, balanced meals are offered daily at a very nominal charge. Tickets for hot lunch and milk must be purchased in advance and can be bought in the office. Each ticket is for 20 meals or cartons of milk.

NOTE: Reduced/Free meals are also available to qualifying students. It requires the parents to fill out a confidential application and is based on income guidelines set by the federal government. Application forms are available in the school office.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS

Listen to the local radio stations as well as the Rockford TV stations for weather related school closings. Please be aware that if District # 145 is closed, we will be closed. In most cases, the before & after school care and daycare program will still be open.

POP MACHINE

The students may not use the pop machine before or during the school day. After school or sports practice it may be used with approval of the coach or teacher.

SCHOOL TELEPHONE

School phones are business phones and are to be used by the students with permission only.

CELL PHONE

Student use of cell phones and other communication devices, including messaging services and digital photography, are restricted to before and after school hours. Cell phones must be turned off and in the student’s lockers during school hours.

LOST & FOUND

Any item of clothing left in the school longer than 30 days will be thrown out. Lost items will be placed in a box and may be claimed by the student or parent. Clothing in locker rooms must be kept in lockers.

BUS TRANSPORTATION

Bus transportation is made available through District #145 buses. Further details are available through the office.

PARENT‑TEACHER LEAGUE

All parents of Immanuel students become members of the Parent Teacher League and are urged to attend the monthly meetings. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month. Subjects related to the school's program of Christian Education are discussed and cooperation between parents and teachers is fostered. The PTL is the service organization for the school.

PTL activities include fundraisers to be decided on by its membership:

At the beginning of the school year, an ALL SCHOOL PICNIC is held. It is a time of fellowship for the parents as the students meet and reacquaint themselves with their classmates.

The annual PANCAKE AND SAUSAGE DAY is held on a Saturday in late January or early February. The PTL general fund provides the school with special equipment, scholarship funds, and other needed items.

PTL members may decide to promote additional or different fundraisers.

ATHLETIC COMMITTEE

The athletic committee oversees the athletic events of the school. It develops the budget, implements purchase of athletic equipment and uniforms, approves schedules of games and tournaments, and approves coaches.

Immanuel Lutheran School also has an athletic program as an extra‑curricular activity. Through competition, the program benefits the physical, mental, social and spiritual needs of the student.

Immanuel Lutheran School participates in soccer, volleyball, basketball, cheerleading and track with the Rock Valley Lutheran League. These extra‑curricular activities are available for boys and girls from grades 5 through 8. There is a minimal user fee. Volunteers, under the guidance of the athletic director and the athletic board, coach these sports.

Eligibility for ALL extra curricular activities

ALL participants in ANY sport must maintain a weekly "C" average and will be required to attend all games and practices unless he/she is physically unable to attend. Each participant must have a physical each school year. They will also be required to attend church the Sunday prior to an activity to participate. All team members practice even when not eligible to play.

The annual TRI‑STATE TOURNAMENT is held in early March. Other Lutheran schools from Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin come to Freeport for fellowship and good basketball. It is a three-day tournament starting on Friday evening and running through Sunday afternoon.

Sportsmanship and Athletic Policy

The following outlines a policy that will be followed by all players, coaches, fans, parents and other individuals involved in athletics at Immanuel Lutheran School. The purpose of this policy is to cultivate and encourage a strong sense of Christian sportsmanship that would be displayed by all individuals associated with Immanuel’s athletic program.

A. At the beginning of the school year (preferable at the time of school registration), a copy of the Lutheran Sports Association sportsmanship pamphlet will be handed out to all parents.

B. Prior to the beginning of each sport, the athletic director will hold a meeting with all coaches to review the school’s sportsmanship and athletic policy. The athletic director may also arrange for outside coaching classes or training sessions to assist coaches in the development of good youth coaching techniques. Each coach would then be responsible for holding a parent’s meeting, prior to the first regular season contest, to review sportsmanship, game and practice schedules, goals and expectations, and to provide other general information as needed. A copy of the Sportsmanship & Athletic Policy will be handed out to all players and their parents.

C. Prior to the start of an athletic game or contest held at Immanuel Lutheran School, a representative of Immanuel will recite the sportsmanship pledge (as outlined in the Lutheran Sports Association sportsmanship brochure). In certain instances, opening devotions could supersede the use of the sportsmanship pledge.

D. All coaches at Immanuel Lutheran School will follow good sportsmanship techniques and will sign a pledge acknowledging their willingness to follow the specified guidelines.

E. Coaches, players, parents or fans should never yell or argue with referees or game officials. Fans are encouraged to demonstrate good sportsmanship and to discourage unsportsmanlike behavior in others. The faculty representative, along with the coach or coaches, will be responsible for enforcing the sportsmanship policy at each sporting event.

F. Unsportsmanlike behavior has been defined as:

1. Loud and persistent booing or yelling, foul language or gestures or

taunting acts toward an opponent, referee or official. Actions that are unruly or interfere with the orderly progress of the contest.

Consequence: Such action by players, coaches, parents or fans, could

result in the individual being expelled from the contest and

possible future contests.

2. Malicious or dangerous physical contact toward an opponent, referee or

official by a player, coach, parent or fan.

Consequence: This action will result in immediate expulsion from the

contest by the A.D. or faculty representative. Further disciplinary action, which may include expulsion from all other contest for the balance of that season will be taken at the discretion of the Athletic Director and the Principal.

These are specific guidelines for coaches that are to be shared with persons in those positions. We’re very fortunate here at Immanuel. Our athletes and boosters are filled with spirit. We want to cultivate that spirit in appropriate ways.

Parent Responsibility Statement

As a parent or adult guardian sending my child to Immanuel Lutheran School and allowing them to participate in athletic contests and other special events, I recognize the concern of Immanuel Lutheran School in helping our children to know and understand boundaries in life. As an adult, I recognize that my freedom of choice in certain matters also brings responsibility. These areas include the church attendance requirements, moral responsibility, appropriate language, appropriate events and movies, the use of adult beverages, smoking, etc. I will do my best to be accountable and responsible and to hold my fellow parents and adults to be accountable and responsible.