MOST HOLY REDEEMER SPORTS PROGRAM
HANDBOOK
The Most Holy Redeemer
Athletic Association (MHRAA) provides a combined; competitive and instructional
sports program as an extension of the Most Holy Redeemer (MHR) School academic
program. Student participants will
learn the fundamentals of each sport and be given the opportunity to develop
strong, healthy, and disciplined minds and bodies. Participants will also develop a sense of good sportsmanship,
fair play and team spirit.
PHILOSOPHY
MHRAA is concerned with the
development of the WHOLE person – the religious, moral, social and academic
dimensions as well as, physical development.
Through participation in the MHR Athletic Programs students may develop
life-long skills and positive values.
These values include leadership, healthful living habits,
self-discipline, integrity, teamwork, respect for rules and regulations, and
the ability to participate with
dignity and grace.
GOALS OF THE MHRAA SPORTS PROGRAM
The goals of the MHRAA Sports
program are as follows:
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MHRAA SPORTS PROGRAM
The MHRAA Sports Program is
school sponsored and is an extension of the school and its curriculum. This program is subject to the authority of
the pastor by virtue of his office and the school principal. The school principal is the primary
authority over the MHRAA Sports Program.
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE MHRAA SPORTS
PROGRAM
The MHRAA Board of Directors
is responsible for organizing and managing the Sports Program. The Board of Directors of the MHRAA shall
have the responsibility and authority to implement the Program. Such duties shall include, but not limited
to the following:
ELECTION OF VOLUNTEER ATHLETIC BOARD
Notification of the general
election of the Board of Directors shall be announced to the parish prior to
the April general meeting. Written
letter of application for the Open Board positions shall be submitted to the
President of the MHRAA Board. A vote
will be held at the May meeting to determine which applicants or nominees are
elected to the Open Board positions.
Each active parishioner present at the election meeting will be given
one (1) vote. The Secretary will
certify the election results and the elected Board members shall take office on
the first day of June following the May general meeting.
Vacancies on the Athletic
Association Board of Directors for reason of death, resignation, or other
reason, other than by regular expiration of the term of office, shall be filled
for the remainder of the term by a parishioner selected by a majority vote of
the remaining Board of Director members.
Members of the Board of Directors may be removed for cause if they fail
to attend three (3) consecutive meetings of the Athletic Association.
THE MOST HOLY REDEEMER ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION BOARD
The Board of Directors shall
elect, by majority vote, a President, Vice-President, Secretary and
Treasurer/Registrar. A Moderator may be
assigned by the Pastor or School Principal at any time.
President
Vice-President
Secretary
Treasurer/Registrar
Fundraising Director
Sports Program Directors
Sports Program Coordinators
For the purposes of
transacting official business it shall be necessary that at least more than
one-half of the Board of
directors of the Athletic Association be present at meeting in order for a vote
to be taken.
In the event that a Board
member of the Athletic Association cannot be present for a valid reason a proxy
vote for a specific item on the agenda will be accepted. This proxy vote must be submitted to any
officer of the Athletic Association in writing prior to the meeting.
THE MHRAA BOARD GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES
The board with the approval
of the pastor and/or the principal shall set guidelines and procedures which
govern the scope and direction of the sports programs and student participation
in such programs. The board will work
in cooperation with the pastor, principal, the local school board, faculty and
parents.
The board will manage and
maintain the sports programs; responsibilities will include:
COACHES:
SELECTION, ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES
The coach has the greatest
responsibility as well as the greatest opportunity to guide and influence the
student athletes. Coaches assume the
role of teacher, mentor, and minister to the young people in their charge. A coach’s’ attitude and behavior are
critical to modeling good Christian Catholic sportsmanship both in word and in
deed.
SELECTION
The selection process for
coaches begins with a recommendation by the sports coordinator. The Board will select and approve all
coaches based upon the following criteria:
RESPONSIBILITIES
MHR coaches will be expected to adhere to the
following:
MHR Coaches are not allowed
to:
MONITORING COACHING PERFORMANCE
If a coach does not perform
his/her duties according to the spirit and guidelines of the MHRAA Program,
his/her actions will be formally addressed by the MHRAA Board. If the coach continues to be negligent or
deficient in carrying out his/her responsibilities the MHR Board may dismiss
the coach. Coaches who have been
removed from their position will not be involved in any other aspects of the
MHRAA Program.
SCHEDULING
MHRAA policy is that no
sports activities including practice, games, tournaments and playoffs shall be
scheduled prior to 12:00 noon on Sundays.
PLAYING TIME
Each player’s amount of
playing time will reflect his/her ability, effort, attendance at practices and
commitment to the team. Playing time by grade level:
Grades K-5: every
player must play a given number of quarters/periods in every game
Grades 6-8: the
amount of playing time may be left to the coach’s discretion, however, playing
time for all is strongly encouraged.
“WINNING” at all costs, or “PLAYING
TO WIN” only, at the exclusion of the participation of any eligible player
will not be allowed.
The following behaviors are
examples of inappropriate behavior which may result in disciplinary action or
expulsion from a team. Missing practice without cause or excessive absences.
losing self-control, using inappropriate language, or engaging in other conduct
unbecoming of a Christian student athlete..
Playing time shall also be reduced or completely taken away for a period
of time based on the infraction. It is up to the sports coordinator, AA board
members and the principal to review and address each case.
STUDENT ATHLETES: EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participating in the MHRAA
Sports Program is a privilege, not a right.
Student athletes will be held to personal, academic and disciplinary
standards.
The criteria for eligibility
in the MHRAA Sports Program are as follows:
No child will be excluded
from participation in the MHRAA Program due to a financial hardship. Request for assistance must be directed to
the President of the MHRAA Board.
Students who choose to
participate in the MHRAA Sports Program are representing the parish and school
at all times. Students must act in a
manner that reflects favorably upon the parish, school and themselves. This expectation is not limited to the
sports field or court, but should be evident at school, in the community, at
other schools, as well as before, during and after the games.
The athlete is responsible
for the uniform/equipment issued by the MHRAA.
If it is lost, stolen or damaged an assessment will be made by the Board
regarding the cost to replace the uniform/equipment. At the end of the season, uniforms/equipment must be returned in
good, clean, reusable condition.
The student athlete is
expected to show respect for coaches and to cooperate with them fully. This respect is also given to member of
their team, opponents and officials of the sport. The athlete shall also show respect to fans and spectators.
Athletes are expected to show
good sportsmanship and to play by the rules.
Athletes should be supportive of their teammates.
Losing self control, using
inappropriate gestures or tone of voice, or foul and abusive language, arguing
a referee’s call or a coach’s decision or other signs of disrespect are reasons
for disciplinary action. Consequences
of such behavior may result in reduced playing time, removal from the game,
suspension or expulsion from a team.
The MHR School Guidelines will govern all such incidents and should be
enforced by the administration and the faculty.
Athletes will be given
written notification and an opportunity “to be heard” if there is the
possibility of suspension from the program for an extensive period of time or
of dismissal from the program.
Athletes are expected to be
present and on time for all practices and games. Not attending practices affects the entire team and detracts from
the sense of teamwork that coaches are striving to achieve. The consequences of missing practices, games
and excessive absence will be addressed by the coach.
PARENT/GUARDIAN: EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents/guardians are
expected to support and encourage their child’s efforts. Attending games and cheering for the team is
a show of support, however parents are always reminded to act in a responsible
manner and show good Christian sportsmanship.
Parents are expected to
communicate any health concerns their children may have at the time of
registration and to the coach so that the student can be properly monitored.
Parents should make no
attempt to instruct or direct the play of an athlete or of the team during
practices or games. Parents should not
criticize the playing efforts of any athlete on the team.
Questioning, criticizing or
berating the coach, the referees, or any other officials in inappropriate
behavior. Parents should realize that
they can and may be asked to leave a game or tournament if they are not able to
maintain a standard of acceptable behavior.
Parents are expected to contribute time and service in support of the team and the MHRAA Sports Program. MHRAA Sports Program is dependent upon everyone’s help and support to maintain a high level of quality and success. Parents may be asked to assist as scorekeepers, timekeepers, money or ticket takers, refreshment sellers, to monitor crowd control, to help with field/court set up, clean-up and to support MHRAA Fund Raising initiatives. Parents must comply with work schedules and provide replacement coverage when unable to perform assigned duties. Failure to perform assigned duties as scheduled will result in forfeiture of the uniform deposit on file with the Board.
Parents are expected to provide transportation for their children to and from games and practices. Parents will assist their children in maintaining and returning their uniforms/equipment. Failure to return the uniform/equipment will result in forfeiture of the uniform deposit on file with the Board.
Parents with questions, comments, or complaints concerning a child’s team or playing time should initially be directed to the coach, then the program coordinator for the respective sport. All parent communication should be made at an appropriate time other than immediately before, during or immediately after a game. If no satisfaction is reached the issue should be presented in writing to the MHRAA Board. The MHRAA Board reserves the right to finalize all problematic situations.
The misuse of alcohol at MHR team functions when children are present is prohibited and will result in termination of membership.
TEAM UNIFORMS
All MHR team uniforms will be ordered by the MHRAA. MHR school colors are red and white. All uniforms should be primarily red or white in color and clearly display “Most Holy Redeemer”, “MHR”, or “Holy Redeemer”. .
FINANCES
The MHRAA Sports Program is financed primarily by registration fees, league and tournament team participation fees, and MHRAA Fund Raisers. Registration fees by sport will be reviewed by the MHRAA Board on an annual basis.
An income and expense report, prepared by the Board Treasurer will be presented and reviewed by the Board of Directors at the monthly board meeting. A year-end financial summary report will be prepared and made available by July of each calendar year.
SPORTS AWARDS
All student athletes, grades K-8, will receive a sports pin for their participation in any MHR Sports Program. All 4th grade program participant and all first time 5th-8th grade participants, will receive a school letter from their coaches.
To emphasize the concept of team play, MHR athletes will not accept individual accolades or participate in league “All Star” games except at the 8th grade level.
Two special recognition awards; Martin B. Duffy and Bob Stahurski Awards will be presented every year by the MHRAA Board President at the end of the school year. The Duffy Award will be presented at the 8th grade dinner dance and the Stahurski Award will be presented at the coaches’ banquet.
THE MARTIN B. DUFFY
AWARD
The Martin B. Duffy Award will be presented to one 8th grade boy and girl. Candidate nominations will be presented by the MHR teaching staff, the 8th grade coaches and the MHRAA Board of Directors. Based upon the information provided by teachers, coaches and board members, the Board will select one boy and one girl award winner from those students nominated.
The criteria used in selecting these student award winners for this award was provided by Martin B. Duffy’s son; Dennis Duffy. The following attributes are ones which Dennis Duffy felt his father would look for in a recipient of this award:
The winner of the Duffy Award should combine all of these qualities and take pride in the fact that he/she is a Most Holy Redeemer Raider.
THE BOB STAHURSKI
AWARD
The Bob Stahurski Award is presented each year in memory of Bob Stahurski, who passed away in 1986. Bob was very active in the MHRAA. The award is presented to an adult who exhibits the following qualities:
An individual who gives freely of an extreme amount of time, devotes a great deal of effort, is very loyal and dedicated to supporting the Most Holy Redeemer Athletic Program for the benefit of the kids of Most Holy Redeemer.
GOALS OF THE PROGRAM
The MHR Soccer Program has two soccer programs: Fall Instructional Soccer Program for grades
K-4 and Spring Soccer Program for grades 5-8.
Both fall and spring programs will adhere to the goals, philosophies and
directions of the Athletic Association Manual. FALL/SPRING SOCCER PROGRAM
MHR hosts a fall instructional and spring competitive soccer league with other parochial schools in the area.
For information specific to this league, see the “MHR Soccer League Parents Guide and Rule Book.
The instructional league is administered by a group of MHR Parishioners. The Soccer board Director will act as liaison between the committee and the Athletic Board.
LEVELS OF
PLAY/TEAM SELECTION
Instructional Level
- Fall
All teams between grade levels K-4 will be played at an instructional level. Meaning: Every game should be approached as an opportunity for every player to have an equal opportunity to further his/her individual and team skills. All participants will play on an equal basis and time at this/her level. This includes playoffs and tournaments.
Team selection at
this level will be dependent upon the number of registrants as well as the
number of volunteer coaches.
It is ideal to have the ranges of 13 to 18 participants with two coaches; one head coach and one assistant coach. Parents are encouraged to assist at practice and at the games by helping to keep players on the sidelines under control. A Team Parent should be assigned to coordinate with snacks.
Competitive Level –
Spring
CCD students who are enrolled in the MHR CCD program may register to play Soccer. CCD participants must also meet specific rules set by Soccer Leagues that pertain to eligibility
All teams in the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grade level will be played at a competitive level. Meaning: every game should be approached in a competitive manner. Every eligible player should play in every game (including league play, playoffs and tournaments) though not necessarily on an equal basis. Each player’s amount of playing time will reflect his/her ability, effort, attendance at practices, and commitment to the team. “Winning at all costs”, or to the exclusion of participation of any player will not be allowed at any time.
Team selection at
this level will be dependent upon the number of registrants as well as the
number of volunteer coaches. Co-Ed
teams will be formed when required.
It is ideal to have the ranges of 13 to 18 participants with two coaches; one head coach and one assistant coach. Parents are encouraged to assist at practice and at the games by helping to keep players on the sidelines under control. A Team Parent should be assigned to coordinate with snacks.
EQUIPMENT
The MHRAA will provide proper filed equipment, goals, and markers. During season play it is advised to keep this equipment in the storage areas of Duffy Park.
LEAGUES/TOURNAMENTS/PRACTICE
Leagues:
All grades will be registered to participate in the MHR soccer league and another league after discussion with the coordinator. The coach and coordinator together can discuss league(s) selection. The final decision of league entry will be made by the coordinator based upon all other extenuating program circumstances.
Leagues/tournaments/practices cannot be played prior to noon on Sundays.
Tournaments:
4th -8th grade will be allowed to participate in one tournament.
**Additional tournaments will be considered if they are MHR home tournaments, or recruiting high school tournaments which are offered. Coaches should request an additional tournament under these circumstances by contacting the coordinator.
COACH’S
RESPONSIBILITY
It is the coach’s responsibility to abide by the policies of the Athletic Association as stated above. If a question about tournaments, practices, team selection, playing time, parental disagreement arise, the coach should discuss with the coordinator and if need be, the Athletic board.
The coach should contact all of his/her players following team
selection so that players know which team they will be playing for.
It is highly recommended that the coach of any team use a common sense approach to coaching grammar school level children. Set written expectations about practice attendance, behavior, rules of conduct, uniform attire should be set forth and presented to the players at the first week of practice.
For 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th
grade coaches:
Although competitive in approach, all coaches are strongly encouraged to provide nearly equal playing time among eligible players for any particular game.
Section 3
GOALS OF THE
PROGRAM
The primary goal of the MHR Boys Football Program is to teach the game of football the correct way; stressing good sportsmanship, team spirit and safety. These factors combined with positive Christian attitude toward teaching the player is what makes this sport successful.
ELIGIBILITY
The football program is open to all boys registered in 5th grade thru 8th grade at MHR. CCD students who are enrolled in the MHR CCD program may register to play football at either level. CCD participants must also meet specific rules set by the Southside Catholic Conference that pertain to CCD participation/eligibility.
LEVELS OF
PLAY/TEAM SELECTION
The MHR Football Program consists of two teams. The 5th and 6th grades are combined to form one team and the 7th and 8th grade are combine to form another team.
Team selection will be based upon registration. All boys that register to play and meet the eligibility requirements set forth above will be placed on the appropriate team roster.
EQUIPMENT
The MHRAA will provide proper field equipment, goals, and markers. During season play it is advised to keep this equipment in the storage areas of Duffy Park.
LEAGUES/TOURNAMENTS/PRACTICE
Leagues:
Both the MHR Football Teams participate in the Southside Catholic Conference (SCC).
In order to participate in the league, MHR teams must abide by the SWC League rules
Tournaments:
The MHR Football teams typically do not participate in tournaments but on occasion the teams may participate in pre-season round robin scrimmages. Participation in these events are at the discretion of the MHR Football Coaches and MHR Football coordinator.
Practices:
The MHR Football practices are typically held at Duffy Park. On occasion, practices may be held elsewhere due to conflicts, availability and need for lights late in the season. As with any sport, all team members are required to attend and participate in scheduled practices. Coaches will establish and communicate to their teams the rules for practices.
PLAYING TIME
Football is played at a competitive level. Playing time will be based upon the athlete’s skill level, attendance at practice and commitment to the team. In some instances, some players may not play in a game; however every effort will be made to play all players when the appropriate game situation presents itself. In this regard, the coaches decision to play or not play a player is based primarily upon the athlete’s skill level and his ability to be able to compete on a safe and level playing field. Because of the nature of the sport the safety of the athlete is always given the highest priority in this regard.
COACH’S
RESPONSIBILITY
It is the coach’s responsibility to abide by the policies of the Athletic Association as stated above. If a question about tournaments, practices, team selection, playing time, parental disagreement arise, the coach should discuss with the coordinator and if need be, the Athletic board.
It is highly recommended that the coach of any team use a common sense approach to coaching grammar school level children. Set written expectations about practice attendance, behavior, rules of conduct, uniform attire should be set forth and presented to the players at the first week of practice.
Section 4
BASKETBALL
& VOLLEYBALL
GOALS OF THE PROGRAM
The primary goal of the MHR indoor sports programs (Volleyball – boys and girls, Basketball- boys and girls) is to teach the fundamentals of the sport and provide all participants regardless of skill level an opportunity to participate and develop their individual skills as well as team building skills.
ELIGIBILITY
The program is open to any boy or girl registered in grades 4-8 at Most Holy Redeemer School.
LEVELS OF
PLAY/TEAM SELECTION
Instructional Level
All teams in the 4th and 5th grade levels will be played at an instructional level. Meaning: Every game should be approached as an opportunity for every player to have an equal opportunity to further his/her individual and team skills. All participants will play on an equal basis and time at his/her level. This includes playoffs and tournaments.
In the fourth grade level team selection will be made on a random basis. At the fifth grade level, teams will be equally divided by the coordinator with the input of the coaches from the previous year. The objective is to equally distribute talent between teams.
Team selection at
this level will be dependent upon the number of registrants as well as the
number of volunteer coaches.
It is ideal to have the minimum number of players on a team between the ranges of 8-11 participants with the maximum number being 13-15. It is the coordinator’s duties to ascertain team size and number of teams based on support help with those teams.
Competitive Level
All teams in the 6th, 7th and 8th grade level will be played at a competitive level. Meaning: every game should be approached in a competitive manner. Every eligible player should play in every game (including league play, playoffs and tournaments) though not necessarily on an equal basis. Each player’s amount of playing time will reflect his/her ability, effort, attendance at practices, and commitment to the team. “Winning at all costs”, or to the exclusion of participation of any player will not be allowed at any time.
In the competitive level team selection will be based upon a preseason skill evaluation for all sports mentioned above. Teams will then be divided into 1 Red Team , 1 White Team, 1 Blue Team, etc. color patterns based on the number of teams needed. Tryouts are mandatory for every athlete competing at the competitive level. Only athlete’s that tryout are eligible for placement on teams. Exceptions are at the sole discretion of the Sports Coordinator.
Team selection at this level will be dependent upon the number of registrants as well as the number of volunteer coaches.
It is ideal to have the minimum number of players on a team between the ranges of 8-11 participants with the maximum number being 13-15. It is the coordinator’s duties to ascertain team size and number of teams based on support help with those teams. Case by case decisions on team numbers, volunteer coaches and miscellaneous issues will be addressed by the coordinator and if needed be brought to the Athletic Board.
PRE-SEASON SKILL
EVALUATIONS
Skill evaluation of all registrants will be completed for team selection of the 6th,7th and 8th grade levels. This process will be conducted over one to two days based on the number of registrations. Every player will be given the same opportunity to demonstrate their skill via a series of individual drills and team drills.
The evaluations will be administered by the coordinator. Talent levels will be assessed by an independent representative(s) (selected by the coordinator). Coaches will not be present or involved in the evaluation process. The coordinator has the final say regarding the assignment of players.
LEAGUES/TOURNAMENTS/PRACTICE
Leagues:
All grades will be allowed to participate in one or two leagues. The coach and coordinator together can discuss league(s) selection. The final decision of league entry will be made by the coordinator based upon all other extenuating program circumstances. Special considerations can be made by the coordinator for a team that is carrying the maximum amount of players (15) to join a third league and enable additional playing time for a large group. It is strongly encouraged for those teams carrying the maximum that squad division be initiated to help manage team numbers and foster play time. For Example: squad division for a team of 15 would divide into 3 squads and have a rotating schedule of two squads show for game play.
Leagues/tournaments/practices cannot be played prior to noon on Sundays.
Tournaments:
4th and 5th grade will be allowed to participate in one tournament. 6th, 7th and 8th grade will be allowed to participate in two tournaments.**
Practices:
All teams will be given the opportunity to practice in
Briody Hall and Bethel Activity Center(winter months) via a monthly practice
schedule meeting. At times, due to
roster size of teams being relatively small, it may make sense for teams to be
combined in order to conduct effective practices. If teams are to be combined for practice time, all team
participants must be extended the invitation to participate in the combined
practice. Special arrangements should
not be made by coaches in order for individual players to get extra practice
time over and above the times available to any other player.
COACH’S
RESPONSIBILITY
It is the coach’s responsibility to abide by the policies of the Athletic Association as stated above. If a question about tournaments, practices, team selection, playing time, parental disagreement arise, the coach should discuss with the coordinator and if need be, the Athletic board.
Following the skill evaluation process, the coach should contact all of
his/her players on the same evening so that players know which team they will
be playing for.
It is highly recommended that the coach of any team use a common sense approach to coaching grammar school level children. Set written expectations about practice attendance, behavior, rules of conduct, uniform attire should be set forth and presented to the players at the first week of practice.
For 6th,
7th and 8th grade coaches:
Although competitive in approach, all coaches are strongly encouraged to provide nearly equal playing time among eligible players for any particular game. This approach applies at all levels of play, i.e Red, White, Blue,etc….. Attempting to keep roster sizes near optimal levels should make this “equal playing time” approach easier for coaches to comply.
Section 7
MOST HOLY REDEEMER ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION BY-LAWS
NAME OF ASSOCIATION
This organization shall be
know as the “MOST HOLY REDEEMER
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION” and is
hereinafter referred to as the Athletic Association.
MISSION STATEMENT
The purpose of this
organization shall be to assist the people of the Most Holy Redeemer Parish in
their goal of educating our children to become Christian adults.
GOAL OF THE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
The goal of this association
is to assist the Most Holy Redeemer Parish with the operation of its physical
education facilities and to continuously improve the quality of organized team
sports.
ELIGIBILITY FOR STUDENT PARTICIPATION
Program participation shall
be open to all grammar school students of Most Holy Redeemer School or any
grammar school student of the parish enrolled in the CCD Program, subject to
School Handbook Guidelines. The final
determination of eligibility of any student within the program rests with the
MHRAA Board of Directors and the Principal.
IMPLEMENTATION
The Board of Directors of the
Athletic Association shall have the responsibility and authority to implement
the program. Such duties shall include, but not limited to the following:
1.
Assist the Most Holy
Redeemer Pastor and School Principal with the school athletic program
2.
The Board of Directors
shall have exclusive authority to approve and remove all head coaches and
coordinators for team sports.
3.
Investigate and
coordinate the utilization of outside athletic programs and schedules within
the limits of the Athletic Associations financial means.
4.
Establish guidelines for
evaluation of the program and to evaluate the effectiveness of the program
5.
Consult with all
coordinators/head coaches and review proposed expenditures for the respective sports
activity.
6.
Establish committees on
a standing or ad hoc basis according to need.
7.
Perform such other
duties or acts as the Board of directors of the Athletic Association from time
to time as deemed necessary or advisable in achieving the stated purpose
(mission statement) of the association.
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP
Eligible members of the
Athletic Association shall consist of all registered parishioners of the Most
Holy Redeemer Parish over the age of 18.
Each such eligible member, present at any general meeting, shall be
entitled to one (1) vote.
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Athletic Association
shall be governed by a Board of Directors consisting of 9-11 parishioners to be
elected by the members. Terms of office
for all future members of the Board of Directors shall be for three (3) years
in duration.
ELECTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Notification of the general
election of the Board of Directors shall be announced to the parish prior to
the April general meeting. Written
applications and nominations for the open board positions will be accepted by
the Board of Directors. A vote will be
at the May meeting to determine which applicants or nominees are elected to the
open board positions. Each active parishioner present at the election meeting
will be given one (1) vote. The Secretary will certify the election results and
the elected Board members shall take office on the first day of June following
the May general meeting.
VACANCIES
Vacancies on the Athletic
Association Board of Directors for reason of death, resignation, or other
reason, other than by regular expiration of the term of office, shall be filled
for the remainder of the term by a parishioner selected by a majority vote of
the remaining Board of Director members.
Members of the Board of Directors may be removed for cause if they fail
to attend three (3) meetings of the Athletic Association.
OFFICERS
The Board of Directors shall
elect, by majority vote, a President, Vice-President, Secretary and
Treasurer. A moderator or school board
liaison may be assigned by the Past or School Principal at any time.
DUTIES
President
Vice-President
Secretary
TREASURER/REGISTRAR
FUNDRAISING DIRECTOR
SPORTS PROGRAM DIRECTORS
SPORTS PROGRAM COORDINATORS
QUORUM
For the purposes of
transacting official business it shall be necessary that at least more than on
half of the Board of directors of the Athletic Association be present at
meeting in order for a vote to be taken.
In the event that a Board
member of the Athletic Association cannot be present for a valid reason a proxy
vote for a specific item on the agenda will be accepted. This proxy vote must be submitted to any
officer of the Athletic Association in writing prior to the meeting.
ADMINISTRATION
The Athletic Board of
Directors shall hold general meetings regularly at a date and time to be
decided upon by the Board of Directors.
The general meeting shall be held in the MHR facility room available
through the rectory office. The general
meeting shall be open to all Most Holy Redeemer Adult Parishioners who are 18
years or older. The stated purpose of
the general meetings is to discuss and transact Athletic Association business.
A schedule for all open board
meetings will be communicated via the Parish Bulletin. Open sessions provide a forum for
parents/parishioners to address the board with comments and/or concerns
regarding Athletic Association activities.
A specified time limit will be assigned at the boards’ discretion, for
parents/parishioners to address their comments to the board.
All meetings of the Athletic
Association shall be conducted in accordance with the following order of
business:
1. Opening Prayer
2. Roll Call of Board
3. Approval of minutes/ Old Business
4. Treasurer’s report
5. Open Discussion
6. Sports Director Reports
7. New Business
8. Adjournment
The above order of business
may be changed, altered, or modified at any meeting by the majority vote of the
Board of Directors present at said meeting.
Roberts Rules of Order shall
govern the procedures of the Athletic Association meetings unless otherwise
specified by the Athletic Association Board of Directors.
Minutes of both general and
board meetings, setting forth all action taken by the Athletic Association,
shall be retained as a permanent record of the Athletic Association and kept by
the Secretary.
IMPLEMENTATION OF BY-LAWS AND PROCEDURES
These by-laws are effective
as of June 1, 1998.
Amendments to the By-law can
be made following ratification by 2/3rds of the eligible members of the
Athletic Association Board.
Amendments to the by-laws
must be presented in writing to each member of the Athletic Board of Directors
at least one week prior to the meeting at which action on such amendment is
proposed to be taken.
Prior to any by-law changes, an open meeting will be held to
discuss the proposed changes.
MHRAA Annual Calendar of
Events
June
·
Coaches Party
·
MHR Carnical – MHRAA Beer
Garden- One Night
·
Fall Sports Registration
July
No meeting
August
·
Fall Sports Practice
Begins
·
Back to School
·
General Meeting
September
·
Mass in the
Park/PreSeason Football
·
Fall Sports Kickoff –
Football, Soccer and Girls Basketball
·
General Meeting
October
·
Homecoming pep rally,
parade and game
·
Winter sports
registration