2014 NFHS Summer Meeting. Recruiting Female, Young and Minority Officials

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1 2014 NFHS Summer Meeting Recruiting Female, Young and Minority Officials

2 Recruiting Female, Young and Minority Officials General Summary Statement: Word of Mouth recruiting from current officials is in my opinion the best and most successful way to obtain new officials. Current officials can recruit, mentor, retain and train new officials all at once. Let s challenge current female, young and minority officials to seek others (new officials) from within their circle of friends and acquaintances whom they feel will participate. Allow them (new officials) to enter into this avocation within a comfort zone made up of friends which will help remove one obstacle from a list of deterrents. Fear of the unknown. Then begin the overall process of recruiting, retaining and training officials.

3 Recruiting 1. Who would make a good official? 2. What type of character do we seek within the individual? 3. When is the best time to find them? 4. Where do we start?

4 Who would make a good official? Police Officers (People Who Manage Others Daily) Former Athletes (Who Understand The Game) People With Good Human Relations Skills Part-Time Employees (Who Have The Time) People Who Are Good Decision Makers Coaches, Teachers, Educators, Etc.

5 What type of character do we seek within the individual? People With Integrity People With Athletic Values People Who Are Trustworthy People Who Are Mentally Tough People With Good Leadership Abilities

6 When is the best time to find them? When They Are Young Adults When They Have Schedule Flexibility When They Are In Good Health When They Have Regular Job Stability When They Have A Good Family Environment (Relationship)

7 High Schools Junior Colleges Universities Trade Schools Organizations (State Police Association, State Education Association, Etc.) Civic Clubs (Jaycees, Kiwanis, Civitan, Lions Club, Etc.) Church Youth Groups Where do we start Looking? Military or National Guard Boys Scouts/Girls Scouts (Older Ages)

8 Mentoring 1. New officials need guidance. 2. A mentor can be one of the best people to help instill confidence in new officials. 3. Help young officials wade through the issues of the local association without being harmed. (Politics) 4. Work games with the official and give constructive criticism. 5. Recognize the accomplishments of the official.

9 New officials need guidance Introduce them to fellow officials within local organization. Identify key leaders to them (Assignor, President, Treasurer) Identify Potential Mentors to them.

10 A mentor can be one of the best people to help instill confidence in NEW OFFICIALS Introduce them to the potential mentors already recognized as such. Encourage the mentor to take the new official under their wing. Encourage the mentor to have the new official sit with him during meetings. Encourage the mentor and new official to get together away from the meetings and talk about officiating the sport they work.

11 Help young officials wade through the issues of the local association without being harmed. (Politics) Advise the new official to avoid cliques. Advise the new official to listen and learn about an issue from all sides before taking a side. Advise the new official not to run for an association office until ready. Advise the new official to accept all assignments given to him if at all possible. Advise the new official not to offer gripes or concerns about an assignment unless it is in the best interest of the schools being served.

12 Work games with the official and give constructive criticism Do not be overbearing. Make sure your comments are worthwhile and pertain to the assignment at hand. Offer suggestions that help the new official learn how to handle tough situations. Adjust your game mechanically if the new official gets into the wrong position. Then discuss it later. Attempt to help the new official be comfortable and relaxed.

13 Recognize the accomplishments of the official As new officials achieve milestones in their career, recognize them for it. (First High School Varsity Game, First Cross Town Rival Game, First Playoff Game, First State Championship Game, etc.)

14 Retention 1. The local & state associations should attempt to remove all obstacles hindering the retention of it s officials.

15 The local & state associations should attempt to remove all obstacles hindering the retention of it s officials Probationary Period Before Allowed To Work a Varsity Game. Have to complete a minimum number of years to qualify for a game. Must pay additional fees for extra training.

16 Longevity/Retirement 1. How long should you stay as an official? 2. When do you know that it is time to retire? 3. If you do not realize it yourself, who needs to inform you?

17 How long should you stay as an official?

18 When do you know that it is time to retire?

19 If you do not realize it yourself, who needs to inform you?

20 Potential Sources 1. Alabama Peace Officers Association 2. Alabama National Guard 3. Alabama HPERD Association 4. Alabama Junior College System 5. Alabama Member Schools Themselves 6. Alabama Recreation Association 7. Intramural Directors as Officials 8. In State Military Bases 9. Restricted Associations

21 How do we approach these resources? 1. Motivate them toward serving the community. 2. Establish Relationships which could develop into future partnerships with additional benefits. 3. Promote educational benefits to individuals involved. (Ex: Human Relation Skills) 4. Aim your most extensive efforts toward the young people in these different organizations.

22 How do we give back to these resources? 1. The integrity associated with the avocation of officiating will enhance their organizational pride and reputation within the community. 2. Many new found relationships will be formed in a positive and effective way with others which will increase the desire for increased productivity within the resourced organization. 3. The educational experience gained by all will aid in the future development of the resourced organization.

23 Resource Conclusion Teamwork as we all know is the key to many successes. We hope that partnering with outside organizations as listed will not only help us gain sports officials but will also help the organizations gain better members or employees. The methods needed to serve both situations are very similar if not the same. The traits learned from one will serve the other and vice versa. Therefore as individuals within these organizational boundaries, You Too Can Be Part Of The Game!!!

24 Recruiting Officials PSA Rick and Bubba Radio & TV Celebrities Participate in Recruiting PSA

25 Recruiting young, minority and women officials Presenter: Francine Martin, Kansas State High School Activities Assoc NFHS Summer Meeting Boston, Mass

26 Challenge for all State Associations Women Family and career responsibilities Move up to next level. Men see fathers work, girls don t see mother s Officiating. Minority Young Move up quickly if they are any good. Job, School Responsibilities Many have trouble accepting criticism. Want immediate gratification.

27 Reasons for getting out - Women Good ole boy system Reality or Perceived it is there Some men are not good mentors for women one bad experience and they quit. HS coaches not accepting of women don t feel they can work a men s game even though men are coaching the girls. Cost Family issues Husbands are not supportive. Don t want to go to games and hear people yell at spouse. Women/Minorities don t feel they get an even shot. If they are any good move up quickly colleges pay better and some college assigners tell officials if they are going to work college don t work HS.

28 Who to Recruit Adult friends or family members Current or former athletes Parent s attending kids games Co-workers Officials working adult leagues Teachers College Students Once graduated need to get them in touch with officials where they get a job. HS Seniors KSHSAA program VB Husband/Wife teams way to spend time together.

29 KSHSAA Initiatives Strategic Planning Meeting 2009 The group determined the #1 priority was recruitment, retention and training of officials. In 2011 established an Official Advisory Committee Meet each June Give recommendations for Executive Board to consider Membership includes minority, women and a younger official

30 Awareness Campaign How to Recruit Officials Themes: How about getting back into the game Posters Make the Right Call Take Time Out to become and Official Complete the TEAM Become an Official To YMCA s, Recreation Departments, Colleges & Universities, HS Brochures to schools, available at state tournament sites Radio Spots done by Student Advisory Team Twitter, Facebook Veteran Official mentor new officials

31 Themes

32 High School Senior Official Campaign Each school was given opportunity to nominate one HS senior boy and girl to receive a free registration. Schools submitted names to KSHSAA. We directly contact the student outlining requirements and asking for a confirmation form. When they return the confirmation form we complete the registration. They will receive all the information sent to officials. We will identify a mentor in the area they will be living to help them get started. Commissioners will be given their names for assignments.

33 Mentors HS Senior Program Must have Excellent skills Good demeanor Good communicator Good listener Lead by Example.

34 Grant Opportunities Leagues or Local Officials Associations can apply for matching grants. The grants are to be used for the recruitment, retention and training of officials. Must provide specifics of the program before it will be funded. Must have matching grant from League or LOA.

35 League Commissioners Summit Unlike most states Kansas does not have a lot of Local Officials Associations. Training is primarily done by KSHSAA staff and Area Supervisors Officials are hired by Schools who hire league Commissioners to make assignments. Most Commissioners use Arbiter to notify officials of assignments. KSHSAA has a master account each league has a sub-group in the account. Only officials registered with the KSHSAA can be assigned to games in Arbiter. Schools also have the ability to hire their own officials if they don t have a league commissioner.

36 Summit con t In April all League Commissioners were invited to a meeting in which we covered a variety of issues affecting all commissioners. Out of that meeting we are working on: Arbiter training for all commissioners Observation/Evaluation Programs

37 Area Supervisors These are officials selected by KSHSAA staff to help with the training of officials. They conduct two levels of meetings during each sport season covering an agenda provided by the KSHSAA sport administrator. FB 11 VB 9 WR 5 BB 13 BSB 5 only have one meeting SB 5 only have one meeting.

38 Ejected Coaches To show support for officials Any coach at any level (grades 7-12) who is ejected from a contest must complete the NFHS Teaching and Modeling Behavior course prior to coaching their next event. Next event defined as the next regularly scheduled day of competition. Ejected coach should complete a tournament in progress before completing the course requirement. School administrator must provide KSHSAA with a copy of the coach s certificate proving completion of the online course.

39 League Commissioners KSHSAA will provide league commissioners a list of newly registered officials in each sport prior to the season. Commissioners will try to set them up with a mentor.

40 Presentations to Potential Officials Student Advisory Team put together power point to be used by PE classes and KSHSAA staff when speaking to potential officials. Staff presentations College Classes High School Classes Job Fairs Sport specific college classes Civic Organizations Kiwanis, Rotary, Girl Scouts High School s offering officiating classes Student Advisory Team Power Point

41 Why Be a KSHSAA Official? Give back to the game Stay active in a sport you love Earn a little spending money Keep in shape Work with kids Learn Have FUN Make a difference

42 Why Be a KSHSAA Official? The next generation of players NEEDS YOU To keep playing

43 Wrestling Accomplishments 280 total officials 6 women registered this year. 2 women worked state tournament. Two women worked a finals match together. They have earned the respect of the wrestling coaches. USA kids wrestling requires officials to be registered with the KSHSAA to work their post-season.

44 Training Opportunities KSHSAA Rules meetings in person every other year. Area Supervisor Meetings Two levels of meetings KSHSAA sponsored clinics Kansas Basketball Officials clinics in conjunction with college clinic. LOA clinics Arbiter NFHS Central Hub we are a 100% state

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