# JJIBAA CODE OF ETHICS FOR COACHES

The function of a coach or advisor is to educate students through
participation in interscholastic competition. An interscholastic program
should be designed to enhance academic achievement and should never
interfere with opportunities for academic success. Each student or
participant should be treated as though he/she was the
coaches'/advisor's own, and his/her welfare should be uppermost at all
times. To every extent possible, all meetings to review student progress
and team events or performances will be held on school property.

AS A COACH/ADVISOR FOR RSU 1 I WILL:
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-   Exemplify the highest moral character, behavior, and leadership,

-   Respect the integrity and personality of the individual student,

-   Abide by the rules of the game in letter and spirit,

-   Respect the integrity and judgment of sports officials/judges,

-   Demonstrate a mastery of and continuing interest in coaching
   principles and techniques through professional improvement,

-   Encourage a respect for the values of all programs,

-   Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat,

-   Promote ethical relationships among coaches/advisors,

-   Fulfill responsibilities to provide a safe environment.

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-   Encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic
   achievement among all students,

-   Seek to promote good health habits, including the establishment of
   sound training rules, and strive to develop in each student the
   quality of leadership, initiative, and good judgment.

-   As role models, coaches/advisors recognize their responsibility in
   supporting healthy lifestyles and will not associate with students
   at any time in any situation involving the presence or use of
   alcohol or drugs, including tobacco.

RSU 1 expects all members of the staff to be models of good
sportsmanship and decorum at all times and to demand the same from their
athletes.

Coaches/advisors should defend the rights of their teams at all times,
but differences with officials should be presented in a professional,
calm manner. This will prevent inciting both team participants and
spectators. Coaches/advisors influence not only the conduct of players
under their supervision, but also the behavior of many spectators.
Coaches/advisors should never engage in an exchange of words with
officials or spectators.

The use of profanity by coaches/advisors and team members will not be
tolerated. The use of profanity will not improve your team's
performance; it will undermine the team's respect for you and encourage
the same kind of language.

Each participant is a valuable team member and should be treated
respectfully. Be fair and consistent with all athletes regardless of
their playing abilities and social standing. Be discreet when
reprimanding an athlete in front of peers or spectators. Team
participants respond best to constructive criticism when delivered in a
caring manner.

Adopted: February 11, 2008