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INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
Athletic Mission Statement The mission of Tallulah Falls School athletics is to develop GREAT character, competence, and competitiveness, to create a Season of Significance, and to host GREAT events. Vision GREAT character evidenced through exemplary behavior and outstanding performance will determine our success. This vision is so much more than a typical sportsmanship response of shaking hands after games. It is a way of life that keenly structures for, is creative with, and intensely seeks to inspire in those entrusted to our care. It is the active promotion of planned and purposeful GREAT character development that will be our athletic brand. Philosophy We seek unifying partnership in the following: • •
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Safety is a prerequisite for optimal development. GREAT character is the foundation of all that we do. Gratitude and Generosity, Respect and Responsibility, Effort, Enthusiasm, and Excellence, Accountability and Ambition, and Thinking and Trustworthiness are guiding principles in which we will make our decisions. Competence results from a disciplined work ethic and a focused state of mind to enhance skills, strategies, strength, speed, and stamina. Competitiveness is integral in society, so we will compete to the very best of our abilities with a GREAT attitude while setting team victory over individual goals. Every athletic season should be significant in the overwhelmingly positive development of our youth. Hosting GREAT events provides leadership and service opportunities, strengthens the consideration of others, and improves the sport experience of everyone.
Eligibility All participants in GHSA interscholastic activities are subject to the GHSA guidelines (www.ghsa.net), and the Varsity Lettering Criteria (for high school sports). Every student [athlete or not, middle and high school] must have a GHSA physical examination form on file at TFS. Forms can be found on the school website. High school students may participate in interscholastic group/team events if the student is passing five or more classes and is “on track” for graduation in accordance with GHSA policies. All athletes are subject to TFS academic standards concerning practices, activities, and games.
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