The Kansas State High School Activities Association requires completion of a physical examination (prior to the first practice) and written parental permission before the student is eligible to take part in inter-school athletics. This physical exam must be taken no earlier than May 1st , for the upcoming school year. There is a special form required for the exam that is available in the school office. Parents and doctors signatures are required on each form. Because of the membership with the State activities association the athletes must meet all the activities association rules and regulations for participation.

In order to be considered eligible for the MCS sports program, the student must demonstrate that he/she is responsible in the classroom academically.

The teachers will review students and notify the principal, when a student is having issues with grades, turning in homework, or behavior. The principal will then look at the information given and talk with the student. The principal will make determination whether the student needs eligibility consequences. These options are: communication with parents on the issue, a week probation, or in-eligibility for one game or contest. If put on a week probation, progress will be checked on the issue to see if the student will be taken off of probation or if they will become in-eligible for one game or contest.

As a visible representative of the school, the student must also demonstrate the ability to conduct him/herself in a positive manner in the classroom and throughout the school by displaying respect for teachers, students, and family members. It is expected this behavior will carry over to athletic competition.

           April 26, 2005
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