Auckland Girls' Grammar School has high expectations of those who represent us and it should be clear to anyone who volunteers to represent the school that they are expected to do so in a way that upholds the values of fair play and positivity. Should a situation arise where behaviour is called into question, the Sports Department take this extremely seriously. Poor conduct by any students, coach, manager or supporter should be reported directly to the Sports Department. Action will then be taken after discussion with the Principal and/or Associate Principal depending on the matter's severity. Below is a code of conduct for all students taking part in sport.
Code of Conduct for Students
(Adapted from SPARC)
As a representative of an
1 I will attend all practices and games on time. If I can not make a practice or game or I will be late, I will inform my manager or coach at least 24 hours before the practice or game is scheduled to begin.
2 I will endeavour to pay my fees on time. If this becomes and issue my parent or legal guardian will talk to the Executive Officer and Sports Department.
3 I will abide by all school rules when representing my school including not smoking, abusing alcohol or using any other illegal substances.
4 I will always play by the rules of the game.
5 I will always respect sporting officials. If I disagree with a decision I will inform the captain, coach or manager during a break or after the competition.
6 I will aim to always control my temper. I understand that the verbal abuse of officials or other players or deliberately distracting and provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted behaviour in any sport. This includes, but is not limited to moaning, swearing, spitting or any action that brings either myself or
7 I will work hard for myself and for my team.
8 I will be a ‘good sport’ and applaud all good plays whether they are made by my team or the opposition.
9 I will treat all players in my team and sport as I would like to be treated. Bullying or taking unfair advantage of another competitor will not take place in my team.
10 I will co-operate with my coach, manager, team mates and opponents.
11 I will display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.
12 I will participate for my own benefit and enjoyment, not to please parents and coaches.
13 I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their ability, gender, cultural background or religion.
14 I will thank the opposition and officials at the end of the game.
Deliberate/repeated failure to abide by any of the above conditions will lead to a student being stood down from any Sport. Should this happen school sports fees will not be refunded.
Code of Conduct for Parents and Spectators
Parents and Spectators are expected to:
* Encourage your daughter/family member and all other students in their efforts while playing sport.
* Display self-control on the sidelines at ALL times.
* Remain positive. Do not shout or ridicule players or match officials
* Respect those involved in taking and playing the sport efforts regardless of whether AGGS has won or lost.
* Respect the decisions of those who volunteer their time - referees, coaches, managers.
* Do not place undue pressure on your daughter to play or perform especially in pressure finals.
* Make an effort to understand the rules of the game.
If you have an issue with a decision made by a match official please speak with the school's Representative (Sports Director, Sports Administrator or Teacher in Charge) after the game.
Please note that any spectator reported by a match referee/umpire to have entered the field of play uninvited at any Secondary School fixture, will likely face disciplinary action including sanctions such as the stripping of match points of the team the spectator is supporting.