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Special Olympics is committed to the highest ideals of sport and expects all athletes and unified partners to honor sports and Special Olympics. All Special Olympics athletes and unified partners agree to the following code: 

SPORTSMANSHIP  

I will practice good sportsmanship. I will act in ways which bring respect to me, my coaches, my team and Special Olympics. I will not use bad language. I will not swear or insult other people. I will not fight with other athletes, coaches, volunteers or staff. 

TRAINING AND COMPETITION 

I will train regularly. I will learn and follow the rules of my sport. I will listen to my coaches and the officials and ask questions when I do not understand. I will always try my best during training, divisioning and competitions. I will not “hold back” in preliminary competition to get into an easier final competition division. 

RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY ACTIONS 

I will not make inappropriate or unwanted physical, verbal or sexual advances on others. I will not smoke in non-smoking areas. I will not drink alcohol or use illegal drugs at Special Olympics events. I will not take drugs for the purpose of improving my performance. I will obey all laws and Special Olympics rules, the International Federation and the National Federation / Governing Body rules for my sport(s). 

I understand if I do not obey this Code of Conduct, I will be subject to a range of consequences determined by Special Olympics Texas.

I understand if I do not obey this Code of Conduct, I will be subject to a range of consequences determined by Special Olympics Texas.

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Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) is committed to the highest ideals of sport and expects all parents and guardians to honor sport and Special Olympics Texas. All Special Olympics parents and guardians agree to observe the following code of conduct:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Any concerns will be brought to the attention of the HOD, not the coaches, in a respectful, courteous manner.
• I will make sure my athlete/partner will attend all practices and competitions, (unless other arrangements have been made) and will arrive on time.
• I will ensure a positive experience for my athletes/partners/coaches.
• I will remember that athletes/partners/coaches are participating for their enjoyment.

RESPECT FOR OTHERS

• I will not use offensive language, nor will I harass coaches, other parents
• I will remember that athletes learn best by example, and I will appreciate good performance and skillful plays by all participants.
• I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the games, regardless of their gender, ability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background.  

ENSURE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE

• I will encourage athletes to play according to the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility or violence.
• I will provide positive comments that motivate and encourage all participants.

ACT APPROPRIATELY AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY ACTIONS

• I understand that Special Olympics Texas has a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY for drinking, drug use and physical/verbal acts of aggression during all Special Olympics practices, games and events. I also understand that any parent, guardian or caregiver who fails to comply with this policy will be asked to immediately leave the practice facility or competition venue.
• I understand that parents and guardians are expected to refrain from challenging coaches’ decisions regarding athletes/partners/coaches’ positions.

CONSEQUENCES

Failure to comply with the Special Olympics Texas Parent/Guardian Code of Conduct may result in:

• The parent or guardian being asked to no longer attend Special Olympics Texas events.
• The parent or guardian being asked to leave the practice facility or competition venue.

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