Academics
The athletes at North
Raleigh Christian Academy are students first and foremost. Coaches
will work with teachers in helping the student-athlete be successful in the
classroom. If a student has a scheduled after-school tutorial, the student
will not be penalized for being late or missing practice. Generally, Wednesdays
are set aside for after-school tutorials; however, the students' academic needs
may require additional sessions with a teacher.
Students participating in athletics should anticipate the demands on their time and plan accordingly. Athletic participation should never be used to excuse incomplete assignments, missed tests, or tardiness. Student-athletes should be present and prepared for class regardless of game and practice schedules.
Affiliation
The middle school is a member of the Triangle Middle School Conference*.
The high school is a member of the Triangle Independent Schools Athletic Conference, an affiliate of the North Carolina
Independent Schools Athletic Association (NCISAA).
*See Appendix for a complete listing of participating teams.
Awards
Athletic awards
are presented at the end of each academic year at a special dinner. The
booster club provides funds for the purchase of all awards. Coaches may
present awards in categories that are predetermined. Since the number of awards
are limited, careful consideration should be given to athletes selected. The
level of play determines the number of trophies (middle school-2; JV-3;
varsity-3/5). Remarks should be prepared, brief and to the point. For the
sake of time and fairness, any additional presentation or recognition should be
made at a team gathering at another time and place.
Discipline
Coaches are
employees of the school. Therefore, all school policy and standards of behavior
for students set forth by the administration will be carried out by the coaches
at practices, games, and on road trips. Disciplinary actions for misconduct
will be applied. Serious offenses will be brought to the attention of the
administration.
Dress Code
Appropriate
apparel, as outlined in the student handbook, should be worn for all road
trips, before and after games. Guys are to wear ties on all game days. No
hats are to be worn. Girls should be neatly attired. Dress code policy applies
unless teams go to the game in uniform.
Eligibility
To be eligible
to participate in athletics, students must not receive more than one F or three
D's on a report card, and they must maintain a 2.0 GPA. If these requirements
are not met, the student will be suspended from athletic participation
throughout the next grading period. There is a plan for reinstatement after 18
academic days as outlined in the student handbook.
Equipment
All equipment
used by athletic teams at North Raleigh Christian Academy is the property of
the school. At the beginning of each season, the coach will be given an
inventory of the equipment checked out to him/her. The care of the equipment
is the responsibility of the coach. After each practice and game, a careful
check should be made to make sure that all equipment is accounted for. No
equipment should be checked out to students for personal or home use. At the
end of the season, all equipment should be returned within one week of the
final game.
Facilities
Extreme care and
caution should be taken in the use of facilities. Coaches should enlist the
help of athletes to ensure that every field and court is left in the condition
in which it was found. All cups, bottles, and other trash should be picked
up. Any student defacing or destroying property will be disciplined according
to school policy. Activities by teams should be limited to the area
specifically designated for the team's use. All other areas are off limits.
Participation Philosophy
Participation in
athletics at North Raleigh Christian Academy is open to every student but
conditioned upon meeting the criteria of academics, character, and athletic
skill necessary to compete. While all teams at North Raleigh Christian Academy
are expected to play hard in the true spirit of competition, there is a
different emphasis at each level of play.
1.Middle School (grades 6-8) - The athlete is provided a learning experience and the opportunity for basic individual skill development. Team concepts of play are introduced. During the regular season, participation is emphasized over winning. Team members are encouraged through active participation in games.
2.Junior Varsity (grades 7-10) - The athlete improves skills while learning team concepts that are more complex. At this level of increased physical development better competition, there is an equal emphasis on winning and participation.
3.Varsity - The athlete is advanced in skill and physical development. Emphasis is placed upon individual and team potential. The athlete's playing time is determined by how it will best serve the team.
When making cuts, the coach is responsible to evaluate each prospective athlete based on objective criteria. Communicating with each individual specific reasons why he/she did not make the team will enable the student to target areas for improvement. The coach is also responsible for evaluating each athlete as to his/her role on the team. There are no guarantees regarding playing time, especially on the varsity level. The coach is the sole judge on who should start and how much playing time each player should receive. Association rules allow 7th graders to compete on the varsity level at the discretion of the coach and school.
Physicals
All students
participating in athletics must have record of a current physical on file in
the school office. Copies of the physicals will be given to each
coach in case of an injury or medical emergency.
Practice
Practice venues
and times will be determined by the athletic director in cooperation with
coaches. Because of limited facilities that must be shared, flexibility is
required. Any change to the practice schedule must be approved by the athletic
director. No practices are to be scheduled for weekends or holidays without the
approval of the athletic director. Middle school and JV teams do not practice
on Wednesdays. Practices should not extend beyond two hours for varsity teams
and 1½ hours for JV and middle school teams.
Student-athletes are required to be at all practices and games. At the beginning of the season, coaches will communicate to team members his/her expectations for performance and attendance. There should be no allowances for missed practice (other than academic or medical reasons). If an athlete anticipates missing a practice or a game, prior notice should be given to the coach. The consequences for missing will be outlined ahead of time and then implemented.
Students must be present at school in order to participate in that day's practice or game. To be counted present for the day a student must be at school by 10:30 a.m. Any student who leaves before 12:00 p.m. will be considered absent and, therefore, unable to participate in that day's extracurricular activities.
Sportsmanship
Athletes and
coaches at North Raleigh Christian Academy are to be exemplary in their display
of sportsmanship during games and practices. Team members should congratulate
opponents after a game with a customary handshake and kind word. Physical
and/or verbal abuse aimed at an opponent, official, coach, or teammate will
result in immediate discipline by the coach, and possibly, the administration.
Taunting and/or inappropriate language directed toward an opponent or teammate
is not "part of the game", and is inconsistent with the mission of North
Raleigh Christian Academy. An athlete ejected from a contest is
automatically suspended for the next game but may sit on the bench. All ejections are to be reported
to the athletic director no later than the day after the ejection takes place.
Athletes are to demonstrate sportsmanship and an attitude of cooperation with coaches and teammates. An athlete who has a grievance with the coach or another player should attempt to resolve the problem with that individual first, in private, in accordance with Biblical principle. Matters of disagreement and dispute should be kept confidential between the individuals involved. If the situation remains unresolved, the athletic director will be informed.
Tournaments
North Raleigh Christian
Academy teams have the opportunity to participate in tournaments that
sometimes require an overnight stay. Student-athletes are responsible for the
cost of accommodations. Funds will be collected from the student by the coach
before departure in order to reimburse the school (the school secures the
rooms). Students are expected to adhere to all school codes of conduct. A
curfew will be set and enforced to ensure the students are well-rested for the
next day's game.
Transportation
Transportation
to all home and local away (Wake Christian, Ravenscroft, etc.) games is the
responsibility of the parents/players. North Raleigh Christian Academy
provides transportation for teams to all out-of-town games. Players must
travel with the team. There are two exceptions upon notification of the
coach: (1) a player may ride home with his/her parents after the game; or, (2)
a player may return with another parent provided verbal or written permission
has been granted by his/her parents. Parents may not give permission for a
player to ride with another student.
The coach will monitor the music played on the van music systems. Only Christian music is to be played. Students are not allowed to bring personal stereos and/or CD players on road trips.
Coaches will observe the following when transporting students:
- Seat belts, if available, must be used by students at all times.
- Buses must not exceed 70 miles per hour.
- Drivers should not exceed the speed limit by more than 5 miles per hour.
Uniforms
Uniforms are the
property of North Raleigh Christian Academy. The school and the booster club
provide the funds for purchasing uniforms.
The coach has the responsibility for distributing and collecting uniforms. Athletes are responsible for the care of the uniform and should follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning after each use. An athlete who loses a uniform must pay the replacement cost for that uniform. Uniforms which show more than normal wear may also have to be replaced and must be payed for by the student. Uniforms are not to be altered or tailored by the athlete. Athletes are to wear the complete uniform provided by the school at games and games only. They should not be worn to school, practice, or used for other recreational activities. (Athletes are to be in complete uniform for team pictures which are made each season. The dates for team pictures are on the school calendar.) All uniforms are to be cleaned and returned to the coach and accounted for within one week of the final game of the season.
Policies for Cheerleaders
NRCA provides a progressive cheerleading program for 6th –12th grade girls. The program is implemented in three levels as represented by the following squads: Middle School, Junior Varsity, and Varsity. Each squad’s core function is to promote school spirit, good sportsmanship and Christ-like leadership. It is the desire that this program develop not only athletic excellence but also spiritual maturity.
Middle School
The middle school squad consists of girls in grades 6-8. The team cheers
for the middle school girl’s and boy’s basketball teams. The squad
selection is made at tryouts in the spring and is based on skill, potential,
academic standing, character, enthusiasm, and squad needs. Tryouts are conducted
by the NRCA cheerleading staff. Information regarding costs and time commitment
will be provided prior to tryouts to assist parents and students in making
an informed decision about participation.
Practices begin in October and take place after school two-three times a week in sessions lasting no more than two hours. The focus is on beginning cheerleading skills and teamwork. The squad may attend a summer camp training session in order to further develop skills. Additionally, the middle school squad may enter one competition during the basketball season that does not conflict with the game schedule.
Approximate costs for cheerleading at the middle school level range between $350-$450. Expenses assumed by parents include summer camp (plus lodging), shoes, socks, body suit, bikers, pom-poms, ribbons, and camp clothes. Fundraising opportunities, approved by the administration, are allowed in order to offset the costs for cheerleading. In order to maintain proper records, all money collected for the cheerleading program must be done by check only.
Junior Varsity
The JV squad consists of girls in grades 9-10. The team cheers for the JV
football and JV basketball teams. The squad selection is made at tryouts in
the spring and is based on skill, potential, academic standing, character,
enthusiasm, and squad needs. Tryouts are conducted by the NRCA cheerleading
staff. Information regarding costs and time commitment will be provided prior
to tryouts to assist parents and students in making an informed decision about
participation.
Practices begin in August and take place after school two-three times a week in sessions lasting no more than two hours. The focus is on intermediate cheerleading skills, teamwork, and strength training. The squad attends a week-long instructional camp each summer. Additionally, professional training at a local cheer gym is used to supplement instruction by the NRCA staff. Tumbling and assistance with routine development are provided. Sessions are once-a-week August through February. The squad may participate in up to two competitions during the school year.
Approximate costs for cheerleading at the junior varsity level range between $400-$500 not including professional instruction. Expenses assumed by parents include summer camp (plus lodging), shoes, socks, body suit, bikers, pom-poms, ribbons, and camp clothes. Additionally, the cost for cheer gym instruction is approximately $70 per month, August through February and is paid to the school by the parents at the first of each month. Fundraising opportunities, approved by the administration, are allowed in order to offset the costs for cheerleading. In order to maintain proper records, all money collected on behalf of the cheerleading program must be done by check only.
Varsity
The varsity squad generally consists of girls in 10th, 11th and 12th grades.
This squad cheers for the varsity teams during football and basketball seasons.
The squad selection is made at tryouts in the spring and is based on skill,
potential, academic standing, character, enthusiasm, and squad needs. Tryouts
are conducted by the NRCA cheerleading staff. Information regarding costs and
time commitment will be provided prior to tryouts to assist parents and students
in making an informed decision about participation.
Practices begin in August and take place after school three times a week in sessions lasting no more than two hours. The focus is on advanced cheerleading skills, teamwork, and strength training and tumbling. The squad attends a week-long instructional camp each summer. Additionally, professional training at a local cheer gym is used to supplement instruction by the NRCA staff. Tumbling and assistance with routine development are provided. Sessions are once-a-week August through February. The squad may participate in up to four competitions during the school year, including a national competition.
Approximate costs for cheerleading at the varsity level range between $1000-$1200 (includes cost of nationals which may be around $500) not including professional instruction. Expenses assumed by parents include summer camp (plus lodging), shoes, socks, body suit, bikers, pom-poms, ribbons, and camp clothes. Additionally, the cost for cheer gym instruction is approximately $70 per month, August through February and is paid to the school by the parents at the first of each month. Fundraising opportunities, approved by the administration, are allowed in order to offset the costs for cheerleading. In order to maintain proper records, all money collected on behalf of the cheerleading program must be done by check only.
APPENDIX
Triangle Middle School Conference
Carolina Friends School
Cresset Christian Academy
Kestrel Heights School
The Magellan School
North Raleigh Christian Academy
St. Timothy's - Hale School
Trinity Academy of Raleigh
Triangle Independent Schools Athletic Conference
Cary Academy
Durham Academy
North Raleigh Christian Academy
Ravenscroft School
St. Mary's School (Girls only)
Athletic Teams at North Raleigh Christian Academy
| Middle School | High School | |
| Soccer (Boys, Girls) | Soccer (Boys, Girls) | |
| Volleyball (Girls) | Volleyball (Girls) | |
| Basketball (Boys, Girls) | Basketball (Boys, Girls) | |
| Baseball | JV Basketball (Boys) | |
| Cheerleading | Cheerleading | |
| Football | Baseball | |
| Softball | ||
| Football |
Golf (boys only), Cross-Country, Tennis, & Track are open to students grades 7-12
