KENILWORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT
Rules and Regulations

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY:

In order to qualify for placement on any team, a student must have earned a minimum of a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) on the previous grade report. A student must also maintain a satisfactory discipline record. (See below) A student who is passing five classes, but whose GPA is between 1.75 and 1.99 may request to be placed on “ACADEMIC PROBATION” for a three-week period. During such probation, the student may practice with the team but may not participate in any contests. After the three weeks, and the successful attainment of a 2.0 GPA, the student’s full participation is granted. Academic probation will only be granted ONCE to any student for their entire enrollment at KJHS.

ATTENDANCE AND CONDUCT ELIGIBILITY:

1. A student athlete must attend school ALL DAY in order to practice or play. An occasional exception may be made if cleared by an administrator in advance of the absence.

2. Conduct on and off Kenilworth campus will be of a nature to bring credit and pride to our junior high and our team. A student athlete that commits any offense that results in a suspension from school or an In-House Suspension (IHS) will not participate in practice or competition for the duration of the suspension or on the day of IHS. Students suspended for the use, intent to distribute/ sell or possession of any illegal substance, including alcohol and tobacco, will be expelled from the team. The student will also forfeit all awards and honors. Any violations of the law outside of school will be handled on a case-by-case basis by the athletic department.
3. Student athletes will not practice or play that day if not participating in P.E. for any reason.

4. Regular and punctual attendance to all practices and contests is required unless prior excuse is obtained from the coach. Quitting a team is prohibited.

5. The student athlete is expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate and respectful manner at all times. They will treat all other teams, coaches, referees and officials courteously. Any offense of verbal or physical altercations during a contest will result in disciplinary action. The student athlete will use all equipment appropriately and with respect. They will wear and treat their uniforms with respect. Student’s may be billed for any damage or loss incurred.