The Bethel School District believes athletes are a vital part of the education of our students. The district is committed to providing an athletic program that supports cultural diversity and gender equity among its student-athletes and athletic staff. The pursuit of excellence has been a cornerstone of the Bethel School District. The athletic program is an additional way in which the Bethel School District provides that challenge.

• To provide opportunities for the maximum number of students to participate in a wide variety of individual and team sports that meet student interests and needs.
• To support an athletic program that provides an equal athletic opportunity of both sexes.
• To instill respect and appreciation for diversity.
• To develop self-discipline, the spirit of cooperation, respect for others, courtesy, good sportsmanship, dependability, pride, loyalty, teamwork, and the understanding of fair play.
• To instill an appreciation of and a commitment to lifetime physical fitness through a broad range of opportunities.
• To teach the rules, basic skills, and safety requirements of common sports.
• To ensure every effort will be made to support the athletic program with the best facilities and equipment.
• To provide the most qualified athletic staff available to provide guidance in the development of self-realization, good sportsmanship. Cooperation, leadership, and ethical behavior.
• To make the Bethel School District athletic experience one of enjoyment, opportunity, satisfaction, and personal fulfillment.

All interscholastic activities and events will be in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA). The interscholastic athletic program shall be conducted in accordance with existing board policies, rules, and regulations.