Lockhart Junior High School

Athletic Handbook

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2016 - 2017

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FO R W A RD

In preparation for the privilege of serving the athletes of Lockhart Independent School District, this handbook was developed to familiarize coaches, athletes, and administrators with the policies and procedures of the District’s Athletic program. We will operate within the guidelines of the Texas Education Agency and the Lockhart Board of Trustees. We will follow all rules of the University Interscholastic League. It will remain our strongest desire to conduct an athletic program that provides a quality educational experience for all students involved and promotes Lockhart ISD with Pride.

This handbook sets forth, in definite terms, the guidelines which have evolved over a period of years. It is an effective orientation for new as well as experienced staff members.

We all want an athletic program that will be a compliment to Lockhart Independent SchoolDistrict and I ask that everyone work together as a team to make this a reality.

The success of this handbook will depend on the consistent application of its content by all staff members.

Sheila Henderson Lockhart ISD Executive Director Of Athletics and UIL Activities

"In the end, it’s extra effort that separates a winner from second place. But winning takes a lot more than that, too. It starts with complete command of the fundamentals. Then it takes desire, determination, discipline, and self-sacrifice. And finally, it takes a great deal of love, fairness and respect for your fellow man. Put all these together, and even if you don’t win, how can you lose?"

Jesse Owens

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LOCKHART INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

School Board

Board President Brenda SpillmannVice-President Steve JohnsonSecretary Tom GuytonBoard Member Carl CisnerosBoard Member Jon ReyesBoard Member Michael Wright

Lockhart LISD Administration

Susan Bohn Superintendent of SchoolsKimberly Brents Deputy Superintendent of

Curriculum, Instruction, and Alternative Education

Larry Ramirez Assistant Superintendent of Administration and OperationsAssistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Leadership Development and Student Support

Tina Knudsen Chief Financial OfficerMonica Parks Executive Director for Special

Education, 504, and Gifted/Talented Programs

Principals

Deanna Juarez Principal Lockhart High SchoolMark Estrada Principal Freshman CampusMark Estrada Principal Lockhart Junior High

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LOCKHART JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Junior High PrincipalMark Estradamark.estrada@lockhart.txed.net

Junior High Girls CoordinatorsStefani Evansstefani.evans@lockhart.txed.net

Junior High Boys CoordinatorsRyan Hitterryan.hitter@lockhart.txed.net

Executive Director of Athletics and UIL Activities Sheila Hendersons he i l a . h en d e r s o n @ l o c k ha r t.tx e d . n et

Assistant Director of Athletics and UIL Activities Brian Hermanbrian.herman@lockhart.txed.net

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Table of Contents

Section I Administrative ExpectationsA. Mission Statement/District GoalsB. Athletic PhilosophyC. Athletic Department ObjectivesD. Athletic Program Overview

Section II Player ExpectationsA. Personal ConductB. ParticipationC. School ConductD. Dismissal From AthleticsE. Attendance ExpectationsF. Practice ExpectationsG. Game ExpectationsH. Travel ExpectationsI. Parental ExpectationsJ. Required FormsK. Academic ExpectationsL. Health and Safety Expectations (Injuries) M. Locker Room ExpectationsN. Coaches Office ExpectationsO. TelecommunicationP. Game DayQ. Hazing

Section III UIL EligibilityA. Eligibility for Beginning of Season

Section IV Parent/Coach CommunicationA. Parent/Coach RelationshipB. Behavior Expectations for SpectatorsC. Ten Commandments for Parents of Athletes

Section V Coaches InformationA. Assignments/Contact List

Section VI Directions to Facilities of Schools in Playing District

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LOCKHAR T J UNI OR HI GH ATHLETI C POLI CI ES

Sec ti on I: Admi nis trat iv e Ex pec tati ons

A. MISSIONThe mission of the Lockhart Independent School District is to graduate all its students as citizens who are educated, productive, and self- fulfilling lifelong learners. The school district’s community, parents, trustees, staff, and students will provide a safe, caring, and challenging learning environment in which all students develop to their fullest potential.

Motto for Lockhart Independent School District

“100 Percent Success-Every Child-Every Time!”

B. PHILOSOPHY

Interscholastic athletics is an integral part of the overall educational process. The philosophy of the athletic program of the Lockhart Independent School is to develop and maintain a broad based program of competitive sports that will provide all interested students a safe and healthy environment that supports and promotes academic, athletic and personal achievement. It is our belief that athletics, when utilized properly, serves as a potential medium through which optimum growth-physical, mental, emotional, social, and moral-of the participants may be fostered. To facilitate this invaluable educational experience, Lockhart Athletic Department must strive to provide its participants with the most qualified staff members, the best possible equipment, and the safest facilities. As a result, our athletic programs will continue to develop young men and women to become constructive, contributing members of society.

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C. OBJECTIVES OF THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

The primary goal of our athletic programs is to offer the best possible opportunity for participation for every student who has the ability and more importantly the desire to do so. These objectives will better help the athlete persevere later in life. This privilege to participate in athletics is centered on the following objectives.

1. Involve as many students as possible in a positive athletic environment. .2. To have all programs represented with class, character, pride and dignity.3. Instill good habits, an exemplary work ethic, exemplary citizenship, and a high standard of

sportsmanship.4. Instill in all athletes the desire to represent their school and community in a manner that will

make school administrators, teachers, parents, and other citizens proud of them.5. Encourage students to excel academically, spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially.6. Emphasize to athletes, at all levels of competition the realization that athletic competition is a

privilege that carries definite responsibilities with it. Some of these responsibilities are: training, loyalty, eligibility, equipment, improvement, courage, appearance, and perseverance.

7. Develop all programs in such a manner that the end result will be one of unity, harmony, and success.

8. Recruit and hire quality coaches to develop and maintain highly competitive interscholastic athletic programs at both the junior high and high school.

9. Demonstrate that each of our athletic teams is well coached, highly disciplined, and very well organized.

10. Ensure that all LISD athletic department objectives and goals support the total mission of LISD.

D. ATHLETIC OVERVIEW

The sports program of the Lockhart Athletic department shall include:

HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR HIGH 7th & 8th BO YS G IRLS BO YS G IRLSFootball (V,JV,9th ) Volleyball (V,JV,9th ) Football Volleyball

Basketball (V,JV, 9th) Basketball (V,JV,9th) Basketball Basketball

Cross Country (V,JV,9th) Cross Country (V,JV,9th) Cross Country Cross Country

Golf (Fall & Spring) Golf (Fall & Spring) Golf Golf

Track (V, JV,9th ) Track (V,JV,9th ) Track Track

Soccer (V,JV) Soccer (V,JV ) Soccer Soccer

Tennis (Fall & Spring) Tennis (Fall & Spring) Tennis Tennis

Powerlifting (Varsity) Powerlifting (Varsity)

Baseball (V,JV,9th) Softball (V,JV)

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Section II: Player ExpectationsA) Personal Conduct

1) Players will attend all practices, physical conditioning workouts, games and tournaments. LJHS Athletics takes priority over outside teams and leagues.2) All players on the team are expected to attend all home matches and assist with all home team responsibilities. B teams are expected to stay and watch the A teams and help with home team responsibilities as well.3) Be on time to every function. Please be considerate of your teammates and coaches

by not arriving late.4) Make athletics a priority in your life. Manage your time accordingly to minimize

conflicts in your schedule while participating in athletics. Please contact your coaches immediately if you have a conflict with another school activity.

5) Conduct yourself in such a manner that you bring pride and honor to yourself, your teammates, the team, and your school.

6) Do all assignments requested by the coach whether or not you feel they areconsequences of the Behavioral Code of Conduct.

7) Treat teammates, coaches, officials, and the opponents with courtesy and respect even when you are down or in a bad mood.

8) Never criticize teammates to their face or behind their backs, on or off the court.9) Work out personal conflicts with teammates immediately. Avoid passing on rumors

or gossip. If the problem cannot be resolved, all parties must meet with the coaches until resolved.

10) Locker rooms are to be left clean. The custodians come in to empty trash not clean up after you.

11) The entire group will be held accountable for each and every individual piece of trash that is NOT in the trash receptacle.

12) Every athlete is responsible for issued clothes and equipment. They are expected to keep track of all issued items and lock their locker every time they leave the locker room facilities.

B) Participation1) To be in the Lockhart Athletic Program and participate in games you must maintain a passing grade (70+) in all courses throughout the school year.

2) To be in Athletics you MUST participate/try-out for at least t wo sports: Cross Country, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Track, Soccer, Golf and Tennis. *If the athlete fails to participate/try-out for two sports they will NOT receive academic credit for the athletic class and/or may be removed from athletics.

3) Golf and Tennis are after school sports. If you only want to participate in these specific sports, you DO NOT have to sign up to be in the athletic period but must still participate/try-out for two sports.

4) It is mandatory for A L L athletes to receive a sport physical signed by a physician and turned into the athletic department no later than the end of the second week of school. Failure to do so will result in loss of athletic participation (UIL Rule) and placement into a PE class or study hall.

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5) All students enrolled in the athletic period will be issued athletic workout attire. All athletes must wear the provided uniform everyday along with proper athletic shoes. If an athlete does not have the issued clothing or athletic shoes they will have five points deducted from their grade. An athletic shoe is defined as footwear designed for sports or other physical activity. The athlete will work out in the clothing they are wearing or any other clothing they might have with them that is in compliance with the school dress code. If an athlete DOES NOT dress out three times in a nine week period they will be given a ‘strike.’ This rule also applies to students who are sick or injured. The student must still dress out in the issued uniform or they will be subject to a strike on the third incident. Once dressed out they will sit in a designated area and watch the athletic period or rehab their injury.

C) School ConductAll student athletes are expected to set a positive example in the classroom and on the field or

court. We require respect, cooperation, positive attitude, participation, and responsibility from all of our student athletes. Misbehavior will N OT be tolerated. A t h l e t ic s is a p r i v i l e g e, not a r igh t .

1) Any student athlete that receives In School Suspension (ISS) for one or more full dayswill automatically miss the game for the week and/or the following week depending on when ISS is assigned to the student. A strike will also be issued.

2) Any student athlete that receives ISS will be expected to make up the missed practice(s). If the attitude and conduct of the athlete becomes a detriment to the program, the athlete will be subjected to corrective discipline action, including inability to try out or participate on a team.

3) Any athlete who is sent to LDMC will be held out of all contests until LDMC placement is complete. Upon their return to campus, athletic director, junior high coordinator, and administration will determine if student will be allowed to stay in athletics.

4) Any athlete caught stealing will be r e m o v e d from the athletic period. Possession of stolen property is cause for removal from the athletic period and/or program.

D) Dismissal from Athletics1) The athletic department is allowing and encouraging all 7th and 8th graders to enroll

in athletics.2) A “three strikes and you’re out” rule is implemented. A strike will be given for the following

reasons:a) unexcused absences (no documentation)b) poor attitudec) failure to dress out and fully participate when capabled) failure to cooperate with coaches and peers e.) any other action(s) deemed

inappropriate by a member of the coaching staff any other action(s) that are addressed in the Code of conduct.

e) Excessive unexcused tardies to and from athletic period (including being dressed and on assigned spot). Excessive tardies will be defined as 3 or more. A strike will be given every time for any tardies over 3.

3) Parents will be notified of each strike the student receives.4) If a student receives three strikes, he or she will not be allowed to tryout or participate on any

LJH athletic team.

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a) If a student receives three strikes in athletics he/she will NOT have the opportunity to participate in a non-athletic period sport (golf and tennis). This student has not met or held the expectations stated in this handbook and is unable to positively represent the athletic program.

E) Attendance Expectations1) Excused absence – make up the practice missed.2) Unexcused absence – Suspended from the next competition and make up the

practices missed. A strike may be given for this offense.3) Make up practice is designed to make up the work missed. It is NOT a punishment.

Athletics is a class; any work missed will be made-up.4) Attendance during the athletic period is just as important as before/after school. If you

need to make-up work for another class it needs to be done before/after school, not during the athletic period. Students may miss the athletic period for STARR rescue or other standardized testing/tutoring only. When students leave the athletic period they must be signed out with a coach.

F) Practice Expectations1) Practice

a) The coaches will issue dates and times of practice at the beginning of each season.b) Athletes will practice in athletic issued uniforms. Athletes may wear their own athletic

shoes, but will not be allowed to wear their own supplies from home (with the exception of cross country.)

c) All practice uniforms will remain at school. None will be worn home, unless practicing at another location besides the Jr. High.

d) Practices are mandatory. Come to every practice. This is the team’s opportunity to improve. Any missed practice will be made-up.

e) Please inform the coaches if you will miss practice due to a doctor’s appointment. Also inform coaches ahead of time if you have to leave a practice early.

f) Please call your coach in the morning if you will not be attending practice that day.g) All missed practice sessions will be made up and completed before the next contest or

you will not be able to compete. Call your coach to let them know you will not be attending that day. If you know before, please make the coach aware of your absence.

h) Be on time to practice. This means hair tied back, dressed in workout gear, withappropriate shoes. You must be fully dressed BEFORE you leave the locker room. Be mentally prepared to practice. Leave your problems outside the gym.

-Do not use practice time to socialize with teammates.- Practice conversation should be directly related to the practice session.-Check in with coach immediately if you arrive late or make them aware if you will be late.

G) Game Expectation1) All athletes will ride the bus home with the team unless a parent/guardians signs the

student out with a coach.2) The student will ONLY be allowed to leave with his/her parent or guardian, unless hand-

written permission by the parent is given to the coach for a consenting adult to transport their child. This hand-written note needs to be turned in and approved by school

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administration the day before the event.3) No equipment or uniform will be taken home after an event (with the exception of cross country.)4) A meal will be provided for each athlete for all out of town competitions.

H) Travel Expectations1) Coaches will inform the athletes a day in advance to the competition an approximate pick-

up time. Practice schedules will stay as they are set unless notified.2) A 30-minute grace period after practices or after game arrival time will be used and

enforced.If the student is not picked up within the grace period more than twice, the student could be

subject to dismissal from the program. Please communicate with coaches regarding extenuating circumstances.3) Please arrive fifteen minutes before departure time. We will leave without you if you are late.4) Everyone travels with the team. Players are encouraged to travel home with the team.

Parents may meet you in the gym after away contests.5) Everyone is responsible for keeping the van/bus clean. Pick up your own trash.6) Your personal appearance and dress is important. The emphasis is on neatness and

cleanliness. Dress up! Look nice and feel great.7) Players are responsible for loading their own gear into the vans and buses.8) No CD players, MP3 players, gaming devices or other electronic devices are allowed

at school, away games or home games. Cell phones will be used ONLY to call for a ride at arrival time. No social calls or text messaging will be permitted at any time.

I) Uniform Expectations1) You are financially responsible for any lost or stolen items or items that have become

unusable.2) Jerseys are to be tucked in.3) Only issued equipment is to be worn at practices and games.4) Practice gear is NEVER to be worn home or outside of practice or games. You must change

out of your uniform before you leave.5) Issued clothing is not to be worn during the school day.6) Jewelry is not allowed during practice or games. Extra conditioning will be rendered.7) If you leave a game with a parent or guardian, turn in your uniform to managers

immediately following your competition. DO N OT W EAR UN I F O RMS H O M E ! ! !

8) Duffle bags are not allowed at school or to carry your athletic gear. They are permitted when a team travels to tournaments and track meets ONLY!

J) Parental Expectations1) UIL rules states that no parent or guardian is allowed on the field or playing court while

any player and/or official are present before, during, and after the game.2) Conferences with the coach can and will be scheduled during the coach’s scheduled

conference period during the workday. Conferences with the coach before, during, and after games are NOT permitted.

3) If any parents or guardians cannot abide by these rules, they will NOT be allowed to attend the remaining competitions.

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K) Required FormsThe forms listed below MUST be on file with the coaches before the student may participate in practice, scrimmages, or games.

Physical – must be signed & completed by physician Medical History

Athletic participation forms (online) Extracurricular code of conduct (online)

L) Academic Expectations1) Make academics a priority in your life. Attend all classes, and do all assignments on time

and to the best of your ability. Remember the difference between HOMEWORK and STUDYING. You may finish your homework, but there is always something to study.

2) Stay academically eligible. You cannot fail a class and still participate in competition.3) A c a de m ic E l i g i b i l ity: (“No Pass, No Play”) If a student is failing at the 6 weeks grade check

he/she is becomes ineligible. To regain eligibility, he/she must be passing at the next 3 week grade check. Eligibility may be lost at the 6 and 9 week grading period. (UIL Rule) If an athlete becomes ineligible, he/she must regain eligibility at the next 3 week report check. Failure to do so will result in removal from the current team and the inability to try out for any teams for the remainder of that semester. Discuss academic problems with teacher and coaches as soon as you are aware of them. Do not ignore them in hopes they will “go away.”

M) Health and Safety (Injuries and Illnesses)1) All injuries should and will be reported to the coach immediately.2) Any athlete who is injured/ill and cannot practice will be under the direction of the

athletic trainer and/or doctor.3) If under the care of a physician, the athlete must have a written release from the same

doctor before he/she may participate in any workout or play in any competition.4) Any athlete who cannot practice or workout due to an injury/illness CANNOT play in a

competition. Any athlete that is injured must attend practice. This allows the athlete to receive treatment or rehabilitation for the injury.

5) The student must have a doctor’s note to continue to sit out of practice or workouts.6) Safety Training-All students will be trained to conduct themselves in a safe manner in all drills.7) Staph infections-the cleanest person can get staph infections. Preventative measures must be

utilized at all times to prevent the spread of this skin infection. (See handout)

N) Locker Room Expectations1) Every athlete will be issued a locker in their designated locker room.2) Keep you locker locked! You are responsible for your locker, your combination, and

your personal items, even if something is stolen.3) Keep all valuables a home. School is not a place to store these items.

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4) The only items allowed in your locker during the school day and weekend are athletic issued equipment and small necessities (hair tie, deodorant, shoes, socks, etc.). School related items, other clothing, etc. is not allowed.

5) Keep your locker room clean. Janitors take out the trash only. 6) Your conduct while in the locker room will be in accordance with the Behavioral Code

of Conduct. Keep noise levels down, NO horseplay, and respect other’s personal space and belongings.

O) Coaches’ Office Expectations1) Do NOT enter without the permission of a coach.2) You must sign the phone log to document your call(s).3) Always make sure a coach is in the office with you and that you are never alone.

P) Telecommunication1) Telecommunication Devices : Per page 38 of the LISD Student Handbook, The use of mobile

telephones is strictly prohibited in locker rooms at any time, while at school or at a school-related or school-sponsored event.

Q) Game Day1) Game Day: Per page 50 of the LISD Student Handbook, “A student must be in attendance on the day of extracurricular participation.” The expectation is that student-athletes attend all classes every day.

R) Hazing1) There is zero tolerance for any types. All coaches are to supervise athletes to make sure no

hazing occurs within the athletic department, during school, or at practices and games. (Board Policy FNCC Local).

Section III: Eligibility for Beginning of Season

A. Eligibility for Beginning of Season

Junior HighThe student is eligible if he or she at the beginning of:

• The 7th grade year, the student must have been promoted from 6th to 7th grade and has not reached his/her birthday on or before September 1.

• The beginning of the 8th grade year, the student must have been promoted from the 7th to the 8th grade and has not reached his/her 15th birthday on or before September 1.

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• Overage 7th and 8th grade students may play on the 9th grade team.• 7th graders may play on 8th grade teams. 8th graders can’t play on 7th grade teams.• No interscholastic practice or competition is allowed for teams 6th grade or below. 6th grade

students may not practice with or against junior high students.• Junior high students may not practice with high school students.

FOR FUTHER INFORAMTION, REFER TO THE UIL CONSTITUTION AND CONTEST RULES http://www.uiltexas.org/policy/constitution

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Section IV: Parent/Coach Communication

A. P a r en t / C oach R e l a ti o n sh i ps

Both parenting and coaching are very difficult vocations. By establishing an understanding between coaches and parents, both are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide a more positive experience for everyone. Parents have the right to know, and understand, the expectations placed on them and their children. Coaches have the right to know that if parents have a concern, they will discuss it with the coach at the appropriate time and place.

Communication parents should expect from their child’s coach:

1) Coach’s philosophy.2) Expectations the coach has for your son or daughter, as well as other players on the team.3) Locations and times of practices and contests.4) Team requirements, i.e., fees, special equipment needed, school & team rules, off-season expectations.5) Procedures that will be followed if your child becomes injured during participation.

Communication coaches expect from parents:

1) Concerns regarding their son or daughter expressed directly to the coach at the appropriate time and place.2) Specific concerns in regard to the coach’s philosophy and/or expectations.3) Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.

As your child becomes involved in interscholastic athletics, they will experience some of the most rewarding moments

of their lives. It’s important to understand there may be times when things do not go the way you or your childwishes. These are the times discussion with the coach is encouraged.Appropriate concerns to discuss with a coach:

1) The mental and physical treatment of your child.2) What your child needs to do to improve.3) Concerns about your child’s behavior.

It is very difficult to accept your child is not playing as much as you may hope. Coaches make decisions based on what they believe is in the best interests of all students participating. As you can see from the list above, certain things can and should be discussed with your child’s coach. Other things, such as those listed next, must be left to the discretion of the coach.

Issues NOT appropriate for discussion with your child’s coach:

1) How much playing time each athlete is getting.2) Team strategy (Player position).3) Play calling.4) Any situation that deals with other student-athletes.

There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and parent. These are encouraged, as it is

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important for each party to have a clear understanding of the others’ position. When these conferences are necessary,

the following procedure is suggested to help promote resolution to the issue.

If a parent has a concern to discuss with the coach, the following procedure should be followed:

1) Call or email the coach to set up an appointment.2) If the coach cannot be reached, call the athletic director and ask him or her to set up a meeting with the coach for you.3) Think about what you expect to accomplish as a result of the meeting.4) Stick to discussing the facts, as you understand them.5) Do not confront the coach before, during or after a practice or contest. These can be emotional times for both the parent and coach. Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution of the situation, but often escalate it.

What should a parent do if the meeting with the coach didn’t provide satisfactory resolution?

1) Call the athletic director to set up a meeting with the athletic director, coach, and parent present.2) At this meeting, an appropriate next step can be determined, if necessary.

B. Beha v i or E x p e ct a t i ons f or Spe c t a t o r s

Remember that you are at the contest to support and yell for your team, and to enjoy the skill and competition not to intimidate or ridicule the other team or its fans.

Remember that school athletics are a learning experience for students and that mistakes are sometimes made.

Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes, and as people, just as youwould praise a student working in the classroom.

A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not a license to verbally assault others or be generally obnoxious. Learn the rules of the game, so that you may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place.

Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.

Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student-athlete, and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.

Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.

Refrain from the use of any controlled substances (alcohol, drugs, etc.) before, during, and after the game on or near the site of the event (i.e. tailgating).

Use only cheers that support and uplift the teams involved.

Be a positive role model at events through your own actions and by censuring those around you whose behavior is unbecoming.

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Parents and spectators should be aware that the school can (and should) remove them from the premises and can prohibit them from attending future contests due to undesirable behaviors.

Game officials can ask that school administrators have unruly fans removed from a contest facility.

There is no such thing as a “right” to attend interscholastic athletics. Interscholastic athletics are considered a“privilege” and the spectator who avails themselves of it is expected to conduct himself or herself accordingly.

C. T en C o mm and me n ts f or Pa r en ts of A t h l e t es

1. Be positive. Let the athlete know that they are accomplishing something by simply being part of the team.Don’t put them, their teammates, or their coaches down.

2. Don’t offer excuses. Encourage them to work hard and be their best. Tell them to give it their all and they will get their opportunity. Players get their chance every day in practice through individual and group drills.

3. Don’t put down or criticize the coaches or teammates.4. Encourage them to follow team rules.5. Insist on good grades.6. Stay away from envy. Do not show animosity or jealousy to any teammates because they carry the ball more,

make more tackles, catch more passes, or get more press.7. Let the coaches coach. The coaches have dedicated their lives to this profession. They work with these kids

12 months out of the year and they know their abilities and limitations. Decisions are based on many factors and are made only after careful evaluation.

8. Insist on good sportsmanship.9. Encourage your child to believe in themselves. Let them know that you are proud of them for their effort and

commitment to something bigger than themself.

Encourage them to play for their teammates and for the love of the game.

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Section V: Coaches Information G i rls Coa c hes In f o r m at i o n

Stefani Evans - Girls Athletic Coordinator stefani.evans@lockhart.txed.net (cross country, track, soccer)

LeAnn Sibley l eann.s i bl ey @l ock har t.tx ed. net (volleyball and track)

Kristian Barry kristian.barry@lockhart.txed.net (volleyball, basketball)

Brandi Ellsworth brandi.ellsworth@lockhart.txed.net (tarck)

Landon Coleman landon.coleman@lockhart.txed.net (volleyball, basketball, track)

Megan O’Neal megan.oneal@lockhart.txed.net (volleyball, soccer)

Jerod Thomas jerod.thomas@lockhart.txed.net (track)

B o y s C o a c hes Info r m at i o n

Ryan Hitter – Boys Athletic Coordinator ryan.hitter@lockhart.txed.net (Football, basketball, HS baseball)

Glenn Rotzler glenn.rotzler@lockhart.txed.net (HS and JH golf) Brett Carline brett.carline@lockhart.txed.net (football, basketball, HS baseball

Joseph Sanchez j os eph.s anc hez @ l ock har t.tx ed.net (cross country)

David Sombrano david.sombrano@lockhart.txed.net (Football, basketball. Track)

Bobby Brown b o bb y . b r o w n@ l o c k h art.t x e d . n et (HS/JH tennis)

Joe Alford joe.alford@lockhart.txed.net (Football, basketball)

Eric Olivarez eric.olivarez@lockhart.txed.net (football, girls basketball, track)

Zach Wagoner zach.wagoner@lockhart.txed.net (football, basketball, track)

Aubrey Voight aubrey.voight@lockhart.txed.net (basketball, HS softball)

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Section VI: Directions to SchoolsManor Middle School - 12900 Gregg Manor Rd.Get on TX 130 N from City Line Rd. 130 frontage roadFollow TX-130 to US 290 E in Travis CountyDrive to Gregg Manor Rd.

Decker Middle School - 8104 Decker LaneGet on TX-130 N from City Line Rd. and 130 Frontage Rd.Continue on 130 N. Take US 183 N to FM 969 E in Austin. Take the FM 969 exit from US 183 N/Ed Bluestein Blvd.Drive to Decker Ln.

Cedar Creek Middle School - 125 Voss Pkwy.Take Clear Fork St. to San Jacinto St.Take FM 20 E and FM 535 N to Voss Pkwy. in Bastrop County Continue on Voss Pkwy. Drive to Wamel Way

Ojeda Middle School - 4900 McKinney Falls Pkwy.Get on TX 130 N from City Line Rd. and 130 frontage roadFollow 130 N and US 183 N/S Hwy 183 to Burleson Rd. in Travis CountyContinue on Burleson Rd. to McKinney Falls Pkwy

Dailey Middle School – 14000 Westall St.Get on TX 130 N from City Line and 130 frontage roadFollow TX 130 N to FM 969 E/Webberville Rd. in Travis County. Take exit 444 from TX 130 NContinue on FM 969 E/Webberville Rd. drive to Westall St.

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Del Valle Middle School – 5500 Ross RoadGet on TX 130 N from City Line and 130 frontage roadFollow TX 130 N to 130 service road in Travis County. Take the exit toward Cash Lanes from T 130 NTake Moores Crossing Blvd. and Pearce Ln. to Ross Rd.

Bastrop Middle School – 725 Old Austin Hwy.Take Clear Fork to San Jacinto St. Take FM 20 E to TX 71/Old Austin Hwy. in BastropFollow Old Austin Hwy., left onto Hasler Blvd., a left onto Old Austin Hwy., a right onto Schaefer Blvd. and a left onto Jessica Pl.

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Acknowledgement of Junior High Athletic Handbook

We acknowledge that we have reviewed the Lockhart Junior High Athletic Handbook for the 2015-2016 school year and understand that the student will be representing Lockhart Athletics and will be held accountable for their behavior and subject to disciplinary consequences outlined in the handbook. I, the undersigned, have read and fully understand the Lockhart ISD Junior High Handbook and agree to comply with all rules and guidelines.

The Lockhart Junior High Athletic Handbook can be found electronically on the Lockhart Athletic Webpage.

We also understand the following forms must be turned in and require a parent signature before a student can participate in a practice, game or scrimmage before, during or after school: Student Code of Conduct, medical history, medical consent, oral medication, physical form, concussion acknowledgement,

Lastly, I understand the safety training requirements, concussion protocol and UIL parent manual can be found electronically on the LISD athletic webpage.

Printed Name of Student:

Signature of Student: ____________________________Grade________________

Printed Name of Parent/Guardian:

Signature of Parent/Guardian:

Placing an x in this blank will allow hard copies of all materials to be sent home through your child.

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