Participation on the Manheim Summer Swim Team (MSST) is a privilege that requires time, energy, and dedication on behalf of all swimmers and their families. Because being part of a team is about building character, setting and achieving goals and acquiring skills that will affect all aspects of their lives, the MSST would like to encourage all swimmers to strive to achieve their best in and out of the pool.

In addition, because the MSST is a representative of the Manheim Community, all swimmers and their families are expected to exemplify a positive image of themselves and agree to and abide by the following expectations:

Our Family:
• Will encourage all children who are a part of the team in a positive manner.
• Will display positive and supportive attitudes, proper respect, and good sportsmanship towards all teammates, coaches, competitors, officials, and spectators.
• Will support the coach and allow him/her to coach our child during activities.
• Will accept that the officials are doing the best job they can and understand that many are volunteering their time for our children's benefit.
• Will understand that the rules and policies are made to protect all participants and to make the activities safe and successful.
• Will respect all facilities and behave in an acceptable manner that will not lead to the destruction of property or injury to others and ourselves.
• Will remember that everyone will benefit most from this experience with our support and encouragement.

Additionally, as a swimmer of the Manheim Summer Swim Team:
1) I will follow all pool rules at all facilities, including instruction from all lifeguards and aquatic staff as directed, concerning the use of swim facilities, and during my participation in any swim team activity.
2) I will remain with the team for the entire meet, in the team area, supporting my teammates unless granted prior permission from a coach to leave the meet early.
3) I will follow all instructions and directions during practice and meets. Behavior (verbal or physical) that may be classified as disruptive, derogatory, profane or harassing is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated at any level.
4) I understand that the use or possession of alcohol, tobacco products, and other un-prescribed controlled substances is strictly prohibited.
5) I understand that negative or offensive behavior could result in suspension from practices and swim meets, with severe or repeated offenses leading to expulsion from the team for the remainder of the summer swim season. I also understand that if an offense in which I am involved is not in accordance with good sportsmanship, a positive image of the MSST, and the policies set forth above, our family and myself will have the potential to be removed and/or banned from any and all activities entirely, even after one offense.
6) I understand that I waive all fees paid to the Manheim Summer Swim Team if a violation or offense results in removal/expulsion from the team or an event. All decisions related to such circumstances are final by the Coaches and/or Swim Team Parents Board.

By signing this form swimmers and their families agree to abide by these expectations and code of conduct. This form must be signed prior to participation in any swim team activities.