Parent's Code of Ethics

I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child's participation in the Lake Area Express Track Club by following this Parent's Code of Ethics Pledge.
   
 
  • I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all athletes, coaches, and officials at every practice, meet, or other club function/events.
     

  • I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of any personal desire to win.
     

  • I will insist that my child participate in a safe and healthy environment.
     

  • I will provide support for coaches, officials, and volunteers working with my child to provide a positive enjoyable
     

  • I will demand a drug, alcohol and tobacco-free sports environment for my child and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all meets and other club/functions.
     

  • I will remember that the sport is for children and not for adults.
     

  • I will do my very best to make participation fun for my child.
     

  • I will have my child at practice, meets, and/or other club functions and events on time.
     

  • I will support the 10:00 pm curfew for my child during all track meets.
     

  • I will ask my child to treat other teammates, coaches, volunteers, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities..
     

  • I will promise to help my child enjoy the track and field experience within my personal constraints by assisting with coaching, being a respectful fan, providing transportation or whatever I am capable of doing.
     

  • I will require that my child's coach be trained in the responsibilities of being a track and field coach.