Cheerleading

 

The role that athletics play in the students' development can be very special and valuable.  One of the outcomes that we strive to achieve is the development of good sportsmanship.  Integrity, fairness , and respect are lifetime values taught and learned through athletics.  We as an athletic department, believe these are important aspects of sportsmanship.  With these values, the spirit of middle school competition thrives, fueled by honest rivalry, respectful behavior, and graceful acceptance of the results.

An individual who follows good sportsmanship is a positive leader in our community and a role model for others.  As part of the Calhan Athletic Department our goals and standards of sportsmanship should include:

1.  Encouraging our athletes to perform their best, knowing that others may turn in better or lesser performances;

2.  Learning, understanding, and respecting the rules of the game, the officials who administer them, and their decisions;

3.  Developing a sense of dignity under all circumstances;

4.  Respecting the task our coaches face as teachers and support them as they strive to educate our students;

5.  Respecting our opponents and their fans;

6.  Realizing that athletics are a part of the educational experience, and the benefits of participation go beyond the final score or  outcome of any contest.