A primary goal of LJST is to provide a fun, safe, and positive environment where our members can learn the joys of competitive swimming. We understand that no one will have a larger influence on this goal than the parents of our swimmers. For that reason we have adopted this code of conduct for all of our LJST swim parents.

LJST Parental Code of Conduct

I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child participating with LJST Swim by following this Parental Code of Conduct Pledge.

I will not force my child to participate in swim.

I will not behave negatively at meets, and I will treat officials, opposing parents, coaches, and swimmers with respect.

I will learn the rules of the sport.

I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all swimmers, coaches, and officials at every meet, practice or other LJST event.

I will never use profanity at a swim event.

I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.

I will insist that my child compete in a safe and healthy environment.

I will support coaches, officials, and volunteers working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.

I understand that as a parent of an LJST swimmer I represent the team, and will do my best to do so in a positive manner.

I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free of drugs, tobacco and alcohol, and will refrain from their use at all swim events.

I will do my very best to make swim fun for my child.

I will ask my child to treat other swimmers, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability.

I promise to help my child enjoy the youth sports experience by doing whatever I can; such as being a respectable fan, assisting with coaching, volunteering, or providing transportation.

Violations of the code of conduct may result in, but are not limited to:
Warning
Suspension
Expulsion

All suspension and expulsion decisions will be made by the LJST Executive Board.

If a parent has any issues with a student coach or volunteer of LJST or any of our associated organizations (CCAA, TAAF etc.) please bring your concern to a Head Coach or a member of the LJST Board so that we can help resolve the issue.