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Monticello
Athletics Mission Statement & Program Philosophy
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Mission
Statement
The purpose of the
Monticello School District Athletic Program is to provide a wide
array of athletic opportunities to enhance the educational
experience of our students.
This mission will be
accomplished within the following framework:
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To conduct a
program that is consistent with the educational purposes of
the Monticello Central School District and the principles of
the Orange County League, Section IX and the NYS Public School
Athletic Association.
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To support an
interscholastic program that is representative of the student
body and serves the diverse interests of both male and female
students.
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To conduct our
affairs within the moral and ethical principles of competition
and the spirit of fair play.
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To foster a
balance between academic and athletic experiences.
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To provide an
environment that allows growth, both personally and
professionally.
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To allocate
resources in a way that encourages the direction and
priorities of the Athletic Department.
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To foster a
shared experience between the community and school which
promotes a desire for lifelong learning, improvement and
achievement.
Program
Philosophy
Interscholastic
athletics in the Monticello Central School District is a component
of the health and physical education program and is an integral
part of the district's total educational program. Athletics should
be a broadening experience in which harmony of mind and body is
created through striving for physical and mental excellence. This
value-building experience should be offered to as many students as
possible. A well-coordinated program is vitally important to the
morale of the school and our community.
Everyone involved in
the delivery of athletics possesses a unique opportunity to teach
positive life skills and values. Therefore, thsi educational
experience demands highly qualified coaches. Desire, dedication
and self-discipline need to be developed to ensure the commitment
and personal sacrifice required by athletes. Making such
commitment helps to nurture integrity, pride, loyalty and overall
character. The final outcome is a better citizenry carrying these
values throughout their lives.
It is the nature of
athletic competition to strive for victory. However, the number of
victories is only one criterion when determining a season's
success. Guiding the team to attain maximum potential is the
ultimate goal. To this end, the coaching staff must teach
student-athletes to prepare their minds and bodies in order to
reach maximum potential and then to be modest in victory and
steadfast in defeat.
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