East Side Union High School District - Athletics
East Side Union High School District
Athletics
Athletics Community Meeting of December 15, 2008     Mission     Benefits     Requirements     Athletic & Cheerleader Code Of Conduct     Conditions of Participation for Student Athletes
Athletics Community Meeting of December 15, 2008Top of Page

East Side Union High School District held a community meeting regarding proposed budget cuts in the athletics program. Brainstorming sessions, including the Principals, Athletic Directors, staff, parents, students and community members, took place to discuss potential solutions to the funding shortfalls. To view the breakdown of costs, click here.

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MissionTop of Page
The East Side Union High School District is committed to providing an exemplary athletics program with maximum student participation.
BenefitsTop of Page
Studies show that athletic programs provide many benefits to high school students. Compared to non-prticipants, students who participate in athletics have:
  • higher grade point averages
  • better attendance
  • lower dropout rates
  • fewer disciplinary problems
  • higher graduation rates
  • better success in college
Students participating in athletics learn valuable life skills that help them become contributing members of their school and community, including:
  • teamwork
  • goal setting
  • discipline
  • sportsmanship
  • leadership
Athletic participation provides:
  • healthy, supervised after-school activities
  • an alternative to antisocial behaviors
  • an opportunity to make new friends
  • a sense of belonging to and school spirit
RequirementsTop of Page
Before beginning high school athletics, a student needs:
  • a physical examination
  • proof of appropriate insurance
Athletic & Cheerleader Code Of ConductTop of Page
Conditions of Participation for Student AthletesTop of Page
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