COLORADO COACHES CODE OF ETHICS- 1. PROFESSIONALISM A COACH will uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with students, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the state high school athletic association, the media, parents, and the public, the coach will strive to set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct. 2. INFLUENCE A COACH will be aware that he or she has a tremendous influence on the education of the student and, thus, shall place the highest value on instilling the ideals of character. The coach will realize that he or she is a role model, both in the school, the community and on social media accounts, and his or her actions must live up to their words. 3. LIFE LESSONS A COACH will know that the lessons of the game are more important than the outcome of the game, and the coach will demonstrate an understanding of the athletes’ growth and development in life beyond the game. 4. PRIORITIES A COACH will remember that the game is for the young people, and will place the athletes’ needs and interests before his or her own. 5. SPORTSMANSHIP A COACH will personally demonstrate sportsmanship, and exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship by all team members and spectators. 6. RULES A COACH will master the contest rules and shall teach them to his or her team members. The coach shall honor both the spirit and letter of the rules. 7. SAFETY A COACH will ensure a safe environment and safe equipment, and practice safe training techniques based on current practices. 8. OFFICIALS A COACH will respect and work with officials, understanding their importance and the role that they play in the event. 9. TRAINING RULES A COACH will take an active role in promoting a positive lifestyle and in the prevention of alcohol, tobacco and drug usage by team members. 10. SOCIAL MEDIA A COACH will use team social media for only positive communication, team promotion, and team building, and encourage team members to use social media responsibly. 11. PARTNERS A COACH will work with the athletic director to be knowledgeable about and follow school district policies and procedures, and CHSAA rules and bylaws. 12. CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT A COACH will continue his or her own professional development through coaching clinics, and other learning tools. The coach will continually seek a mastery of coaching principles and techniques, and show interest in continual growth. (adapted from NFHS, NHSACA, and CHSCA)