Glen Burnie High School Athletics 2009 - Character Code of Conduct Agreement - 2010 I ___________________________________________, hereby pledge to honor and support Glen Burnie High School Athletics, by adhering to the Athletic Character Code of Conduct, as stated below. I accept consequences that will result from my failure to adhere to all aspects of this agreement. �� I will be respectful by using appropriate language in appropriate tones when interacting with other athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and spectators. I will not taunt, use obscene gestures, or engage in boastful celebrations that demean fellow athletes. �� I will treat everyone fairly regardless of gender, ethnic origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation. �� I will treat all athletes, coaches, officials, parents, and spectators with dignity and respect. �� I will not provide, use or condone the use of tobacco products, or alcoholic beverages. �� I will not provide, use or condone the use of performance enhancing or mind altering recreational drugs. �� I will arrive on time for all practices, meetings, and contests, with only emergencies and illness being acceptable reasons for tardiness or absence. �� I will seek to become the best athlete I can be by practicing appropriately and eating right. �� I will play by the rules of the sport, demonstrating and encouraging good sportsmanship both in victory and defeat. �� I will be honest; I will not lie, cheat, or steal. �� I will be respectful by not fighting or damaging the property of others. �� I will do my best to play safely so as not to injure myself or any other athlete. �� I will cooperate with medical personnel in their efforts to care for my well-being. �� I will respect the dignity of others by not sexually harassing or molesting them. �� I will reject and report any individuals who request sexual favors or who threaten reprisal for rejecting such advances. �� I will protect the integrity of the game by not gambling on the sport or having any involvement with those who do. �� I will encourage and assist my teammates in becoming better athletes and human beings. �� I understand that I am obligated to return all school issued equipment. Obligations from one sport will result in withholding any equipment in another subsequent sport. I have read and understand the above athletic department code, and agree to conduct myself in a manner consistent with each of these statements. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from participation. Signature of athlete:______________________________________________ Date:__________________ Signature of parent/guardian:_____________________________________ Date:__________________