Sport at Elmwood Normal School
Sport team selection criteria
At this time of year many of the Year 5-6 children are excited about getting into one of the competitive sports teams on offer at Elmwood Normal School.
Sports coaches organise trials to select teams for the forthcoming interschool competitions that occur on Friday afternoons. The school endeavours to provide opportunities for all children wishing to be included in competitive sports teams; however, the number of teams on offer is determined by the number of coaches and managers available, and of course the entry restrictions and rules that apply to the various codes.
Elmwood Normal School is fortunate to have a good number of enthusiastic staff and parents who are able to coach or manage teams and they are very visible out in the playing areas on most days during their break times. We need to value their contribution to sports and appreciate the fact that it is because of them that we can offer so much sport at this school. For the Friday sports sessions the children can participate at three levels:
Level 1: Competitive Hagley Sport - Interschool competition for our top players who are entered into the Primary Sports Weekly Sports Competition. (Restricted entry conditions apply as decided by Primary Sports Canterbury). Please note that only Year 5 & 6 children are permitted to compete. Selections will be determined by the coaches on the basis of the players’ ability and suitability for this high level competition.
Level 2: Competitive Fendalton Sport (Terms 2 & 3) - Held at Fendalton School, Cobham Intermediate, Ilam and Burnside Primary. These Friday games provide an introduction to games and competition against other schools. This competition predominately caters for Year 5 & 6 children who are ready for competitive games but not yet ready for, or chosen for Level 1 competition. A small number of talented Year 4 students may also participate within Level 2 competition. They will be identified through Friday middle block sport and may be offered the chance to trial with Year 5 and 6 students.
Level 3: Friday “At School Sports Programme” for those Year 5 & 6 children who are not involved in Level 1 or 2 competition. These students will be involved in skills development and games. These students will participate in a range of activities at school and Elmwood Park.
Our sports teaching ethos
Helping children develop life skills is an essential part of teaching and learning at school. An important part of this education is to help children to appreciate and cope with the elements of competition. Some key understandings need to be nurtured and handled with care. Winning, losing, fair play, teamwork, selection and non-selection, along with developing respect for coaches and managers are important aspects of the learning process. Much of this learning comes from the role models they see through their coaches, managers, parents and the sports stars in our local and national teams.
Our leaders in these positions need always to be aware of the significant influence they can have in shaping our children’s values. Trials do bring a high level of interest and anticipation of selection. However, some children will be naturally disappointed if they do not make the team they first choose. For most, that disappointment is short term as they realise that there are other options available to them.
Team selectors are very mindful of the levels of readiness needed for children to be included in competitive sports teams. This readiness refers to skill level, attitude, team play, physical ability, commitment and importantly the ability to handle set backs such as losing, stand downs and the demands needed to improve for the next game. Participation is a privilege, not a right, and must be treated respectfully.
Coaches do not want to see children playing in grades they cannot cope with, and while they appreciate there will be disappointments from non-selection, it is far more important to consider the readiness levels and personal safety of those competing. Not everyone will make the top teams, but there are other team sports on offer that they could try for. It’s all about helping children develop understandings that in life there are options and choices available, and to expand their horizons to look further and beyond the popular choice. The popular choice will always be limited and non-selection is a reality we all have to adjust to in our daily lives from time to time.
There exists an excellent spirit for sporting activities at Elmwood Normal School. Our thanks to those who are making this happen.
Trial process and team selection
· Notification through school newsletter and daily notices of up-coming options
· Meet with children to discuss trial process
· Where possible, at least two adults will take the trial
· Where possible at least two trials be held to select teams
· Trial formats will be at coaches discretion
· Teams will be notified at the end of the trial process by the coaches
· Coaches will choose players who demonstrate the highest skill levels, attitude, team play, physical ability, commitment and, qualities of fair play and sportsmanship that best meet the objectives of the coach
· Where a child is unable to attend trials due to circumstances outside of their control they may be considered for teams if the coaches are satisfied they display the required level of readiness. For the avoidance of doubt, coaches absolutely reserve the right to select team members in light of the coaches’ knowledge of the particular students’ previously demonstrated ability, attitude, and response to coaching
· If all guidelines are satisfied, the coach’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into
· Team membership may alter during the relevant season, and the specific makeup of any team may be subject to review according to the same criteria that initial selections are made
Player responsibilities
· Attend all meetings, trainings (summer and winter sport trainings are held on Mondays and Thursdays and take precedence over all other school based programmes, failure to commit to trainings may result in non-selection), games, and other activities as required
· Notify the coach of any unavailability in participation
· Remain committed to the teacher/coach for the duration of the season
· Abide by the rules of the sport at all times
· To approach each contest in a positive manner, to play within the spirit of the rules and to have fun while being competitive!
· Play with sportsmanship, with respect for other players, coaches, parents and officials, including sportsmanlike cheering from the sidelines and self-control, never challenging official calls, and to leave each contest with a cheer or a handshake for the opposing team. Coaches will be instructed to remove students who do otherwise.
· To be positive and supportive of all teammates during practice and games
· Wear appropriate team uniform
· Respect equipment and facilities
· Behave in a courteous manner at all times including travelling to and from venues
· At all times, behave in a manner that promotes themselves and Elmwood Normal School in a positive way
Coaches
· Have a sound knowledge of the sport
· Plan, implement, and facilitate team training sessions to develop individual/team skills
· Develop and encourage player enjoyment, player motivation and player fitness
· Teach players to abide by the rules of the sport
· Develop and install in the players positive attitudes towards fair play and sportsmanship
· Set high standards and promote the need for punctuality, discipline and commitment
· Appoint a responsible team member as team captain, and if applicable, vice captain
· Liaise with the teacher in charge of sport before making changes to teams, training days, or sending correspondence to parents
Player participation
Weekly Sport – Summer and Winter Codes
Children selected to play in a winter or summer school sports team are expected to play at least one half of each match or, should rolling subs be required, each child is expected to be involved in a reasonable amount of game time.
Zone and Summer/Winter Tournament
Coaches will select players based on ability and attitude in order to field their strongest team to compete. Children will be given a fair amount of playing time through out the round robin stage of the tournament. In the advent of semi-finals and finals coaches reserve the right to select their strongest teams and reserves may not get an opportunity to play.
General participation
On a Friday we run a separate specialised sports programme for the senior children who don't leave school for sports. This way all children are expected to participate fully in a summer and winter sports programme.
Parents
Parents have an important role to play in the school sports programmes. You may contribute in a number of different ways:
· Volunteer to coach and or manage a team
· Encourage your child to trial for the various representative teams
· Remind children to listen carefully for information concerning team selection processes
· Remind children about taking appropriate sports equipment to school (including mouthguards)
· Assist with the transportation of children to sports events. In such cases all vehicles involved must have a current Warrant of Fitness and Vehicle Registration. The location of the sports event needs to be clearly understood, along with approximate departure and return times.
· Support their children when they experience the disappointment of non-selection. This may include looking at alternative teams to trial for or reminding their child that there will be chances to be selected for other teams in the future.
· As with any school-related concerns, in the event of a significant issue arising (excluding initial team selection), parents need follow due process. This involves approaching the teacher/parent who is in charge of a team. Please ensure that such conversations are dealt with in a constructive and respectful manner. Our coaches (including teachers) sacrifice a significant amount of their own personal time to actually take sports teams! If the issue is not resolved parents may seek further advice/clarification with the teacher in charge of sport. Following this, a parent may discuss a significant issue with a member of the school management team.
· While competing, parents are encouraged to support players in a positive and constructive manner.
· Pay for bus transportation, any other costs associated with the sport
· Pay for any necessary uniform requirements
Sport team selection criteria
At this time of year many of the Year 5-6 children are excited about getting into one of the competitive sports teams on offer at Elmwood Normal School.
Sports coaches organise trials to select teams for the forthcoming interschool competitions that occur on Friday afternoons. The school endeavours to provide opportunities for all children wishing to be included in competitive sports teams; however, the number of teams on offer is determined by the number of coaches and managers available, and of course the entry restrictions and rules that apply to the various codes.
Elmwood Normal School is fortunate to have a good number of enthusiastic staff and parents who are able to coach or manage teams and they are very visible out in the playing areas on most days during their break times. We need to value their contribution to sports and appreciate the fact that it is because of them that we can offer so much sport at this school. For the Friday sports sessions the children can participate at three levels:
Level 1: Competitive Hagley Sport - Interschool competition for our top players who are entered into the Primary Sports Weekly Sports Competition. (Restricted entry conditions apply as decided by Primary Sports Canterbury). Please note that only Year 5 & 6 children are permitted to compete. Selections will be determined by the coaches on the basis of the players’ ability and suitability for this high level competition.
Level 2: Competitive Fendalton Sport (Terms 2 & 3) - Held at Fendalton School, Cobham Intermediate, Ilam and Burnside Primary. These Friday games provide an introduction to games and competition against other schools. This competition predominately caters for Year 5 & 6 children who are ready for competitive games but not yet ready for, or chosen for Level 1 competition. A small number of talented Year 4 students may also participate within Level 2 competition. They will be identified through Friday middle block sport and may be offered the chance to trial with Year 5 and 6 students.
Level 3: Friday “At School Sports Programme” for those Year 5 & 6 children who are not involved in Level 1 or 2 competition. These students will be involved in skills development and games. These students will participate in a range of activities at school and Elmwood Park.
Our sports teaching ethos
Helping children develop life skills is an essential part of teaching and learning at school. An important part of this education is to help children to appreciate and cope with the elements of competition. Some key understandings need to be nurtured and handled with care. Winning, losing, fair play, teamwork, selection and non-selection, along with developing respect for coaches and managers are important aspects of the learning process. Much of this learning comes from the role models they see through their coaches, managers, parents and the sports stars in our local and national teams.
Our leaders in these positions need always to be aware of the significant influence they can have in shaping our children’s values. Trials do bring a high level of interest and anticipation of selection. However, some children will be naturally disappointed if they do not make the team they first choose. For most, that disappointment is short term as they realise that there are other options available to them.
Team selectors are very mindful of the levels of readiness needed for children to be included in competitive sports teams. This readiness refers to skill level, attitude, team play, physical ability, commitment and importantly the ability to handle set backs such as losing, stand downs and the demands needed to improve for the next game. Participation is a privilege, not a right, and must be treated respectfully.
Coaches do not want to see children playing in grades they cannot cope with, and while they appreciate there will be disappointments from non-selection, it is far more important to consider the readiness levels and personal safety of those competing. Not everyone will make the top teams, but there are other team sports on offer that they could try for. It’s all about helping children develop understandings that in life there are options and choices available, and to expand their horizons to look further and beyond the popular choice. The popular choice will always be limited and non-selection is a reality we all have to adjust to in our daily lives from time to time.
There exists an excellent spirit for sporting activities at Elmwood Normal School. Our thanks to those who are making this happen.
Trial process and team selection
· Notification through school newsletter and daily notices of up-coming options
· Meet with children to discuss trial process
· Where possible, at least two adults will take the trial
· Where possible at least two trials be held to select teams
· Trial formats will be at coaches discretion
· Teams will be notified at the end of the trial process by the coaches
· Coaches will choose players who demonstrate the highest skill levels, attitude, team play, physical ability, commitment and, qualities of fair play and sportsmanship that best meet the objectives of the coach
· Where a child is unable to attend trials due to circumstances outside of their control they may be considered for teams if the coaches are satisfied they display the required level of readiness. For the avoidance of doubt, coaches absolutely reserve the right to select team members in light of the coaches’ knowledge of the particular students’ previously demonstrated ability, attitude, and response to coaching
· If all guidelines are satisfied, the coach’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into
· Team membership may alter during the relevant season, and the specific makeup of any team may be subject to review according to the same criteria that initial selections are made
Player responsibilities
· Attend all meetings, trainings (summer and winter sport trainings are held on Mondays and Thursdays and take precedence over all other school based programmes, failure to commit to trainings may result in non-selection), games, and other activities as required
· Notify the coach of any unavailability in participation
· Remain committed to the teacher/coach for the duration of the season
· Abide by the rules of the sport at all times
· To approach each contest in a positive manner, to play within the spirit of the rules and to have fun while being competitive!
· Play with sportsmanship, with respect for other players, coaches, parents and officials, including sportsmanlike cheering from the sidelines and self-control, never challenging official calls, and to leave each contest with a cheer or a handshake for the opposing team. Coaches will be instructed to remove students who do otherwise.
· To be positive and supportive of all teammates during practice and games
· Wear appropriate team uniform
· Respect equipment and facilities
· Behave in a courteous manner at all times including travelling to and from venues
· At all times, behave in a manner that promotes themselves and Elmwood Normal School in a positive way
Coaches
· Have a sound knowledge of the sport
· Plan, implement, and facilitate team training sessions to develop individual/team skills
· Develop and encourage player enjoyment, player motivation and player fitness
· Teach players to abide by the rules of the sport
· Develop and install in the players positive attitudes towards fair play and sportsmanship
· Set high standards and promote the need for punctuality, discipline and commitment
· Appoint a responsible team member as team captain, and if applicable, vice captain
· Liaise with the teacher in charge of sport before making changes to teams, training days, or sending correspondence to parents
Player participation
Weekly Sport – Summer and Winter Codes
Children selected to play in a winter or summer school sports team are expected to play at least one half of each match or, should rolling subs be required, each child is expected to be involved in a reasonable amount of game time.
Zone and Summer/Winter Tournament
Coaches will select players based on ability and attitude in order to field their strongest team to compete. Children will be given a fair amount of playing time through out the round robin stage of the tournament. In the advent of semi-finals and finals coaches reserve the right to select their strongest teams and reserves may not get an opportunity to play.
General participation
On a Friday we run a separate specialised sports programme for the senior children who don't leave school for sports. This way all children are expected to participate fully in a summer and winter sports programme.
Parents
Parents have an important role to play in the school sports programmes. You may contribute in a number of different ways:
· Volunteer to coach and or manage a team
· Encourage your child to trial for the various representative teams
· Remind children to listen carefully for information concerning team selection processes
· Remind children about taking appropriate sports equipment to school (including mouthguards)
· Assist with the transportation of children to sports events. In such cases all vehicles involved must have a current Warrant of Fitness and Vehicle Registration. The location of the sports event needs to be clearly understood, along with approximate departure and return times.
· Support their children when they experience the disappointment of non-selection. This may include looking at alternative teams to trial for or reminding their child that there will be chances to be selected for other teams in the future.
· As with any school-related concerns, in the event of a significant issue arising (excluding initial team selection), parents need follow due process. This involves approaching the teacher/parent who is in charge of a team. Please ensure that such conversations are dealt with in a constructive and respectful manner. Our coaches (including teachers) sacrifice a significant amount of their own personal time to actually take sports teams! If the issue is not resolved parents may seek further advice/clarification with the teacher in charge of sport. Following this, a parent may discuss a significant issue with a member of the school management team.
· While competing, parents are encouraged to support players in a positive and constructive manner.
· Pay for bus transportation, any other costs associated with the sport
· Pay for any necessary uniform requirements