IHSA

IHSA Beliefs

Adopted on April 30, 2001

IHSA believes each individual is important.
IHSA believes participation in interscholastic athletics and activities is a privilege that enhances secondary education.
IHSA believes in respect, appreciation, and acceptance of diversity.
IHSA believes each individual's involvement and acceptance of personal responsibility is critical.
IHSA believes sportsmanship is a core value and its promotion and practice are essential.
IHSA believes each member school is equal and equally important to the association's existence.
IHSA believes equality and fairness must always be safeguarded.
IHSA believes all persons involved in interscholastic athletics and activities are expected to be positive role models.
IHSA believes the process of striving to reach one's full potential is more important than winning.
IHSA believes effective communication promotes knowledge, understanding, and collaboration.
IHSA believes in the pursuit of excellence.
IHSA believes to remain effective it must be a self-governingorganization where each member school must take responsibility for the knowledge and enforcement of all rules and regulations.
IHSA believes integrity and honesty are non-negotiable.