Role of The Parents

Parents of children participating in the C.Y.A.A. Program should be made aware of the philosophy and guidelines as presented in the C.Y.A.A. Handbook. Parents should be encouraged to take an active part in the C.Y.A.A. Athletic Program of their school.

• 1. Parents can have great influence as spectators at the game. It is of importance that this influence be of a positive nature. Coaches and players are encouraged and motivated by the support of parents, and the greatest support and encouragement is needed after a loss.
• 2. When relating to coaches and officials, parents should be an example of cooperation and respect.
• 3. A parent who observes a coach whose behavior is not consistent with C.Y.A.A. guidelines or philosophy should make it known to the school principal and C.Y.A.A. Advisory Board in writing.
• 4. Parents are to refrain from offensive language and actions. Taunting and/or swearing is not to be tolerated in the C.Y.A.A. Sports Program.
• 5. Parents will respect the judgment of an official or umpire.
• 6. Parents must monitor the academic progress of their child/ren according to the standards as delineated by the school of enrollment.
• 7. Parents must sign the form provided stating that they have read the C.Y.A.A. and local school philosophy, roles, rules, and regulations and agree to abide by them. They must abide by the Diocesan Transportation Policy.