Athletics at Canterbury
August 19th 2008
Click here for a complete copy of the Canterbury School Athletics Profile, an athletics department document that provides an overview of the athletics program at the high school (requires Adobe Reader).
Philosophy of Athletics
Athletics are an integral part of the education program at Canterbury School and athletics experiences are considered an extension of the educational environment. We believe athletics promote a sense of school community and pride, as well as character traits important to personal development. These include maximizing one’s talents to the highest level of performance; embracing the dscipline needed to reach life’s successes; learning to work with others as a team in pursuit of a common goal; and adhering to codes of honor and respect. The interscholastic sports program encourages individual participation and achievement by providing an opportunity to learn and play sports competitively to every student who possesses a sincere desire to do so.
Goals
During the high school years, emphasis is placed on the competitive aspects of athletics. The benefits to students include learning implement advanced skills and tactics within team roles, appreciation of successes in team goals, and the satisfaction which comes from working hard together in shared endeavors.
Policy of Inclusion
The belief that athletics are valuable to all students, not just those with the ability to compete at the varsity level, leads to Canterbury’s policy of inclusion. At its core, the policy is in place to provide, for any student with a genuine interest and commitment, the opportunity to participate in inter-scholastic athletics. This policy is offered in line with the understanding that every student athlete EARNS a roster spot through Effort, Attitude, Respect, No Nonsense and Sincerity.