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Granville Athletics Pre-Season Sport Meeting
Winter 2019
@GV_Blue_Aces www.granvilleschools.org
Granville_athletics www.OHSAA.org
Welcome and IntroductionsDistrict Administration
• Superintendent: Jeff Brown
• Asst. Superintendent: Ryan Bernath
High School Administration• Principal: Matt Durst
• Asst. Principal: Scott Carpenter
• MS Principal: Lisa Ormond
Athletic Staff• Athletic Secretary: Laura Whittington
• Site Managers: Tiera Cramer, Craig Wenning, Paul Drake
• MS AD: Dustin Grime
• Athletic Trainers: Steve Rose & Brei Miller
• Team Physician: Dr. Tim Miller
• Head Performance Coach: Drew Alheim
Welcome and Introductions
Winter Head Coaches• Girls Basketball: Eric Steele
• Boys Basketball: Adam Teeters
• Cheerleading: Julie Hardesty
• Girls Bowling: Rita Resek
• Boys Bowling: Al Sowards
• Indoor Track: Jim Green
• Boys Swimming: Tyler Paulsen
• Girls Swimming: Hillary Paulsen
• Wrestling: Kyle Bergeron
Booster Board MembersPresident – Janell RogersTreasurer – Shari PurdyTreasurer – Jared CottrellSecretary – Teri Niedermeyer
Email: [email protected]
GRANVILLE ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
Participation in interscholastic athletics programs is educational in nature and:
• Compliments your school experience.
• Fosters a sense of community and teaches lifelong lessons of hard work, teamwork, citizenship and discipline.
• Promotes a lifetime appreciation for sports and healthy lifestyles.
• Helps prepare you for the next level of your life as a responsible adult and productive citizen.
Why Interscholastic Athletics &
OHSAA Beliefs
• Participants in interscholastic athletics programs should engage in a well-rounded experience that includes participation in a multitude of extracurricular activities.
• In interscholastic athletics:
• Student academic achievement and success
take priority over athletics achievement and
success.
• The success of a team is more important than
individual awards.
• Participation in interscholastic athletics programs is a privilege, not a right.
Why Interscholastic Athletics &
OHSAA Beliefs
Ohio High School Athletic Association
www.ohsaa.org
• Academics: Pass five credits from previous grading period
• Residence
• Transfer
• Semesters: Beginning in the 9th
grade—8 semesters
• Age limitations - 20 years old
• Physical Exam
• Amateur Status
• False Information
• Ejections/Fighting
• OHSAA Rule Regarding Player-Fan Interaction
• Academics: 2.0 GPA from previous grading period
• All Forms must be completed online using FinalForms– Code of Conduct; Risk Waiver
and Warning Form; Insurance Information; Emergency Medical Form, Physical form,
• Do not change classes w/o discussing with the AD or Coach.
• Students enrolled in Career Center, Home school, CCP, etc. are responsible for submitting grades to the AD when GHS quarter ends.
• Summer school grades do NOT count towards eligibility
• Participating with non-school teams while in season = INELIGBLE
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
MS STUDENTS
• All incoming ninth graders must have received passing grades in a minimum of five subjects in the immediately preceding grading period.
HS STUDENTS
• passing grades in a minimum of five one-credit courses, or the equivalent, in the immediately preceding grading period
• AND EARN 2.0 Grade Point Average in the immediately preceding grading period
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Students who did not meet the GPA requirement may be eligible for a waiver:
Waiver for GPA requirements can be used if the athlete has met the OHSAA five credit rule. Only two waivers can be granted in four years of participation.
• A waiver will only be considered if the request includes a written Academic Improvement Plan and a letter of application signed by the parent and student.
This letter MUST be completed and filed with in the Athletic Director's office prior to any participation
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
A student must be present a full school day if they are to participate in a contest on that school day.
A student must be in attendance for four full periods before he/she is permitted to participate in practice for that day.
An athlete cannot practice/participate if he or she is absent from school, or is assigned in school or out of school suspension.
TARDIES: students are allowed two tardies (arrive to school prior to 8:20 a.m.) per semester.
After the two tardies, they must be present the full day if they are to participate in a contest/performance on that day. Exceptions: medical or dental appointments pre-approved by the principal. Request must be made prior to the game/activity day.
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
• All pre-participation paperwork completed using Final Forms
• Complete registration at https://granville-oh.finalforms.com/
– Parent Playbook is located in your packet
• Step by step process to register and complete forms
– Only documentation need to be returned = physician signature page of the physical• Make a copy for your records
– All Fall Athletes must have ALL forms completed by August 1
Team Physician:
Steven Albrechta, MD
OSU Wexner Medical Center
Athletic Training Staff:
Steve Rose- Head Athletic Trainer
614-314-8237 (cell)
Brei Miller- Asst. Athletic Trainer
330-507-7513 (cell)
Drew Alheim- Sports Performance
@BlueAceSportsAT
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
Athletic Training Room Coverage/HoursCoverage - as a general rule, AT will be available for all Home Events and practices. On multiple event days the AT will be at the higher injury risk event.
PRESEASON HOUR (August 1 - August 17)
• 30 min/1 hr prior to the 1st scheduled practice - end of last scheduled practice
• Estimated hours 7am-7pm (subject to change)
SCHOOL YEAR HOURS (Starting August 19 - May 2020)
Monday-Friday 2:00pm- Last Home Event/Practice
Saturday 30 min-1 hr prior to start of 1st Home Event/Practice
or by appointment.
Sunday CLOSED
Team Physician ATR Hours Every Monday BY APPOINTMENT ONLY by AT Staff
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
What to do when an injury occurs?
The athlete should report injuries to the AT staff and/or
Coach (if AT is not present)
– Athletic Training Room
– Field/Sideline
– Call
– School Nurse (during school hours)
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
How does the AT Staff Communicate INJURIES to Parents?Mild
• Student-Athlete
• Parent Note
Moderate
• Student-Athlete
• Parent Note
• Phone Call
Severe
• PHONE CALL!
Head Injuries:
• All Head Injuries will be communicated by Phone to the Parent/Guardian
– NO MATTER HOW MILD OR SEVERE
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
Concussion Management
ALL ASSESSED CONCUSSIONS WILL BE COMMUNICATED WITH THE PARENT/GUARDIAN ALONG WITH OUR TEAM PHYSICIAN, AS WELL AS THE SCHOOL NURSE FOR SCHOOL-RELATED NEEDS.
ONCE CLEARED, BY A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH OHIO STATE LAW, A RETURN-TO-PLAY PROTOCOL IS REQUIRED TO RESUME FULL ACTIVITY.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
When an athlete needs to see a Physician
• The Athletic Training department is not designed to replace the family Physician. The AT staff will communicate our recommendation with the parents/guardian if the injury warrants a referral - PCP, Specialist, ER, UC, Imaging, etc.
• The choice of health care provider and initiation of medical treatment always remains at the discretion of the parent/guardian.
• If we can help in any way with a quick physician referral please contact the GHS AT Staff!
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
Documentation from treating Physicians
• All athletes who are evaluated by a Physician- UC, ER, PCP, Specialist MUST provide written Documentation from the treating Physician indicating the type of injury, course of Treatment and participation status.
• AT’s work under the direction of a Physician. If a Physician restricts or gives recommendations regarding playing status, rehab or treatment of an injury, we need that in writing so we can make sure we are following the treating Physicians’ orders.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
Return to Activity once cleared by treating Physician
• Recognized as a release to begin a functional progression back to activity
• To ensure we are monitoring the existing condition for a safe return.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Athletic Training Services
Levels of Protection
1. GHS Student Code of Conduct- Applies only when students are at school and/or attending a school sponsored functions
2. GHS Extracurricular Activity Code of Conduct
- Member of a team. This policy applies 365 days per year.
- Penalties range from a minimum 10% suspension to maximum permanent denial of participation
3. Substance Abuse Prevention Policy. (Random Drug Testing)
- This applies when student establishes membership in on a team, they are included as a part of the testing pool for one calendar year.
4. GHS Extracurricular Activity Substance Abuse Policy.
- Penalties range from 30% suspension to denial of participation and loss of any leadership position activities, MVP awards or other post-activity school honors.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
CODE OF CONDUCT
• The opportunity to participate and represent Granville in extracurricular activities is a distinct privilege. In order to earn this privilege and keep it, there are certain rules and regulations that a student must follow.
• All students, who participate in school-sponsored programs, must conduct themselves in a way so as to reflect favorably on themselves, their school and community.
• Behaviors unbecoming of an student Athlete are subject to code violations
this includes but not limited to: – Theft
– Vandalism
– Hazing
– Disrespect, Immorality, or violations of the law
Penalties range from a minimum 10% suspension to maximum permanent denial of participation
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Extracurricular
CODE OF CONDUCT
It is a privilege to participate in athletics and, therefore, the BOE expects program participants to refrain from using prohibited substances. To help participants meet this expectation, the Board has adopted a Random Substance Use Testing Policy for all participants in grades 9-12.
However…
• Parents may opt to have their child exempted from the random testing by signing an opt-out letter each year.
• Students must continue to comply with the Athletics Code of Conduct regardless of opting out.
• The results of first random tests will be communicated only to the parents/guardians of the student-athlete
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION POLICY
My student gets tested:
No news is good news.
First Positive Random test:
Only parents will be notified by the drug testing vendor (the school is not made aware of the positive). Resources available upon parent request. Students will be placed in the pool for a minimum of two additional tests
Positive test results on any subsequent tests will result in the consequences outlined in the policy.
– 1st positive test: 50% reduced to 25%
– 2nd positive test: 100% reduced to 50%
– 3rd positive test: Denial of Participation for 12 months
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION POLICY
Q: When is my student eligible to be tested?
A: Once a student establishes membership in a competitive extracurricular, they are included as a part of the testing pool for one calendar year. For example, a Winter athlete established membership in a Winter sport on November 1. They are included as a part of the testing pool until October 31st of the following year. They will be included until they are removed from the testing pool by doing one of the following:
– Complete and submit an opt-out form
– Discontinue membership in the competitive extracurricular by non-participation
Q: Can I opt my student out of the substance use testing program at the conclusion of a season of a competitive extracurricular activity?
A: No. Once students establish membership in the competitive extracurricular and become a member of the testing pool, they are included for a calendar year.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION POLICY
FAQs
Q: If I am 18 years old, can I opt myself out of the substance use testing program?
A: Only 18 year old students who are not dependents of their parents/guardians can opt out of the program without a parent/guardian signature.
Q: What communication will I receive from the testing vendor?
A: No news is good news. Only positive test results will be communicated to parents/guardians.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION POLICY
FAQs
Q: Can I call the testing vendor to confirm the negative results of my student’s test?
A: Yes. The parent/guardian will need to reference the student copy of the Custody and Control Form to learn the results.
Q: If my student is a member of more than one competitive extracurricular activity, does he/she need to submit more than one consent or opt-out form?
A: No. Consent or opting-out applies to all activities in that
particular school year.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION POLICY
FAQs
• Policy: No student extracurricular1 participant shall possess2, use, apply, show
signs of use or consumption3, distribute4, or buy any substance which is represented as or understood to be a mind/mood altering substance5, tobacco, including E-Cigarettes, counterfeit drugs6, or drug paraphernalia
• At all violation levels the student/athlete must enroll in and be working toward completion of:
– 1) an assessment conducted or supervised by a licensed chemical dependency counselor
– 2) any education, counseling or recovery program recommended by the counselor to its completion.
Penalties range from 30% suspension to denial of participation and loss of any leadership position activities, MVP awards or other post-activity school honors.
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS ATHLETIC
SUBSTANCE ABUSE/TOBACCO POLICY
First Offense during the student’s school career• Loss of any leadership position activities for the remainder of the year
and may not receive MVP or other post-activity school honors.
• Suspension from 30% of the scheduled regular season athletic contests. Any partial game suspensions shall round to the next whole game (Ex: 2.1 = 3).
• The percentage of suspension not completed would carry over to the next season/activity.
– During the violation period, the athlete shall be permitted to practice with the team, but shall be denied to travel, dress for games and the privilege to sit with the team on the bench during games.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE/TOBACCO POLICYConsequences for Violations
Second Offense during the student’s school career• Loss of any leadership position activities for the remainder of the year
and may not receive MVP or other post-activity school honors.• Any partial game suspensions shall round to the next whole game (Ex: 2.1 = 3)
• The percentage of suspension not completed would carry over to the next season/activity
• Suspension from 50% of the scheduled regular season athletic contests. Any partial game suspensions shall round to the next whole game (Ex: 2.1 = 3).
SUBSTANCE ABUSE/TOBACCO POLICYConsequences for Violations
Third Offense during the student’s school career
• The Student is removed from all extracurricular activities for one year from the date of the infraction meeting.
• After one year of the suspension has been served, the student may apply to the Athletic director for reinstatement. The final determination of reinstatement is at the sole discretion of the athletic director and Principal. The student may apply each year for reinstatement.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE/TOBACCO POLICYConsequences for Violations
• Transportation: Student-athletes who travel with a team to an away athletic event must return to the school with the team. Exception: Parent/Guardian must sign a “No-School Approved Transportation” form for their son/daughter PRIOR to leaving.
• Pay to participate have been eliminated for the 2019-2020 school year
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
Westerville South Athletics
• Gate Prices: Admission to athletic events support our entire Athletic Program.
• $6 Adult $4 Student – Varsity Contest• $5 Adult $3 Student FR/JV Admission
• Individual and Family Passes – Order form located in your packet– Please sign into each contest at the pass gate
GRANVILLE SCHOOLS
TICKET AND PASS INFORMATION
Expectations from the Coach• Philosophy• Team Rules and Requirements• Practice schedule and Game Schedule• Procedure for injured athletes• Discipline which directly affects participation• Requirements for team selection, lettering and awards• Information regarding Eligibility Requirements
Parent-Coach Communication
• Expectations from Parents
• Concerns expressed directly to the Coach.
• Notification of schedule conflicts.
• Your attendance/support at contests and awards night
• Transportation for your child after practices/games…Coach does not transport athletes.
• Contact phone number for emergencies
Parent-Coach Communication
Appropriate Concerns to Discuss with Coaches:
1. Treatment of your child
2. Ways to help your child improve.
3. Concerns about your child’s behavior.
4. Your child’s academic progress.
Parent-Coach Communication
Issues Not Appropriate to Discuss with Coaches:
1. Playing time.
2. Team Strategy.
3. Play Calling.
4. Other Student-Athletes.
Parent-Coach Communication
Discuss Concerns with the Coach:
1. Player/coach meeting.
2. Contact for an appointment.
3. If the coach cannot be reached, contact AD to get meeting arranged.
4. Please do not attempt to confront a Coach before, during, or after a practice or contest.
THE NEXT STEP… IF THE MEETING WITH THE COACH DID NOT PROVIDE A SATISFACTORY SOLUTION:
1. Call and set up appointment with the AD to discuss the situation.
2. At this meeting, the appropriate steps can be determined.
Parent-Coach Communication
NFHS PARENT AND STUDENT
RESOUCES
The National Federation of High School
nfhslearn.com/home/parents
Available Parent Resources/Courses:
• NCAA Eligibility
• Appearance & Performance Enhancing Drugs
• Social Media
• Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Signing Day Ceremonies
Criteria• Any athlete receiving an athletic scholarship from a university’s athletic
department
• Any athlete committing to participate in college athletics who has been officially accepted into that institution.
• Must be a member of Granville Exempted Village School District’s recognized team(s)
• An appointment to a Service Academy for athletic purposes.
Procedure• Written Verification from University OR College Coach
There will be 3 ceremonies a year based on time frames
established by NCAA. Ceremonies will be held at 3:00p.m.
QUESTIONS?