SOUTH REBELS CROSS COUNTRY 2009

Dear Rebel Runners and Parents,
        Welcome to South Rebel Cross Country.  We are looking forward to a great Cross Country season.  I have visited with many of the runners that are competing but I encourage you to recruit your friends to join our group.
       You must have your physical and forms turned in to the office before you can practice.  It is very important that you are ready to practice. Our first practice will be on September 1, 2009.
        Our practices will be held at South Middle School and at Robbinsdale Park. If your parents need to pick you up early, this is where they will find us.  If our practice schedule changes, you will need to inform your parents.  Please be sure to let me know if you need to leave before practice is over. Do not leave without letting me know. We will be running in groups to and from Robbinsdale Park.
       Rebel shorts must be worn for meets. A runner will not run without them. You may purchase shorts from one of the PE teachers for $12.00. (these may be worn for other Rebel sports). A uniform top will be provided a for the season and turned in to the coach at the last meet. The activity fee for Cross Country is $25. The activity fee must be paid before the first meet. We will be ordering T-Shirts but this is optional. See order form for details.    Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the Rapid City meets. I will need a note from a parent if their child will not be riding the bus home from a meet.

A few important items to keep in mind.
                Water- It is very important for runners to be hydrated DRINK WATER!!! 
                Practice-  It is very important for the runners to be at practice.  This is how we prepare for meets.  If runners are not at practice, they won’t be ready to compete and won’t be allowed to run at the following meet.  If you have a conflict, please let me know and we will discuss your options.
                It is also important to keep in mind that practices will not be the same for all runners.  We have some athletes who have been running all summer and some who haven’t.  I will encourage all runners to push themselves to improve throughout the season.  I encourage you to run, walk, bike, etc. with your child. SPORTSMANSHIP-  Parents, Please encourage your child!  I believe that athletes improve by encouragement and support.  Look for positives and be proud of your child’s accomplishments.   COMMUNICATION-  If you are going to be gone or will not make it to a practice or meet. Please let me know as soon as possible.
       I am looking forward to a great year. I appreciate your support. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.  If you need to contact me, please let the secretaries know if it is urgent and you need me to return your call that day.  I may not take the time to stop in the office before practice.

Mrs. Caldwell
394-4024 (school)