The TPS Athletic Program shall function in accordance with existing TPS policies,
rules, and regulations, with the California Interscholastic Federation (C.I.F.),
and with the Hillsdale model of classical education. The program shall provide
a variety of meaningful experiences to enhance the development of habits and
attitudes that will prepare students for adult life in society. All sports in
the program shall always be conducted in a way that is an educational activity.
While TPS takes pride in winning, it does not condone winning at all costs.
TPS discourages any and all pressures that might lead to neglecting good sportsmanship
and good health. Support of the athletic teams by the school is intended to
generate school pride, success, and unity. It is to be considered an honor and
privilege to participate in the TPS Athletic Program and represent our school.
Therefore, teamwork and commitment are highly valued concepts in the program.
Objectives
1. The student-athletes will learn vital lessons in character that promote
teamwork,
commitment, self-sacrifice, a strong work ethic, responsibility, self-confidence,
and
self-discipline in order to produce upstanding citizens and maximize the enrichment
of
their futures.
2. The student-athlete will learn that the principle of commitment is more
important than
mere athletics. The student-athlete will learn to remain committed to the team
amidst
challenges.
3. The student-athlete will learn to appreciate the skills and abilities of
opponents.
4. The student-athlete will learn an appreciation of playing by the rules.
The C.I.F.
motto is “Pursing Victory with Honor”. The TPS Athletic Program
will reinforce this
principle.
5. The student-athlete will learn the value of physical fitness and life-long
health habits
that lead to a healthy body and sound mind.
6. The student-athlete will learn to cope with the competitive nature of athletics
and
society in a positive manner.
7. The student-athletes will learn to be good winners as well as gracious losers
when
defeated.
8. The student-athlete will learn to accept challenges in a positive attitude
and learn to
strive to overcome them.
9. The student-athlete will learn to represent themselves, the team, and the
school in a
positive way at all times.
Philosophy of Participation
Participation in the TPS Athletic Program is in addition to academics. Student-athletes
voluntarily choose extra responsibilities, in addition to academics, when
participating in sports. The student-athletes are required to remain committed
to both. The student and parent/guardian will make a well thought out decision
when deciding to commit to the extra responsibilities of athletic participation.
Quitting is an unacceptable habit and is strongly discouraged. On occasion,
however, an athlete may need to cease participation for a good reason. If this
is the case, consultation of the parents/guardians, coach, and athletic director
will be in order.
All student-athletes in the program are required to participate in fundraising.
Participating in fundraising is intended to generate funds, as well as team
camaraderie.
Middle School
Participation at the middle school level is an introduction to the philosophies
and objectives of the TPS Athletic Program. Winning within the rules
and guidelines of the program is an objective at this level. The intensity
in middle school
athletic participation is less than the high school varsity level.
Playing time is guaranteed to all eligible team members during each contest.
Varsity
Varsity level athletic teams are the focal point of the TPS Athletic Program.
To be a part of a varsity team is an honor in itself that must be
earned. Commitment is more intensely valued at this level. Winning within
the rules
and guidelines of the program is an objective at this level. There
is no guarantee of playing time.