Athletic Handbook2016 - 2017

MARVEL ATHLETICS PROFILE

YES Prep West Campus currently is not a part of a specific league. However, we follow all policies and regulations set forth by the University Interscholastic League (UIL). Only perspective student-athletes in grades 7-11th are eligible for participation in Marvel Athletics

YES PREP WEST

Mascot: MarvelGrades: 7th – 12th Colors: Marvel Red and Navy Blue

TSCAAL Sports: Cross Country Volleyball Basketball Soccer Track

UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE (UIL):The UIL is the largest governing body of all public inter-school academic and athletic competition within the state of Texas. The UIL has been governing all inter-school competition since 1909. YES Prep Public Schools adheres and implements all policies and regulations set forth by the UIL. For more information on the UIL, please visit their website:

http://www.uil.utexas.edu/athletics/index.htlm

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YES ATHLETICS PROFILEYES Prep Public Schools are mainly governed by the University Interscholastic League (UIL). Only perspective student-athletes in grades 7-12 are eligible for participation in YES Prep Athletics

TABLE OF CONTENTSAthletics Profile 2Introduction

Mission Statement Vision Statement Core Values

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Expectations Student-Athlete Expectations Athletic Staff Expectations Parent/Guardian Expectations Sections from 2012-2013 UIL Parent Information Manual

o Parent / Coach Relationshipso Behavior Expectations of Spectators

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Eligibility for Athletic Participation General Age Eligibility Over-Age Eligibility Grade Checks: 6-Week vs. 3-Week Check Student-Athlete-Of-Concern Action Plan / Tutorial Log

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Violations Academic Eligibility Violations Behavioral Violations Practice/Games Violations Equipment Violations Late Pickup Policy Hazing Quitting A Team Removal From A Team

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Expenses Athletic Participation Fee Fundraisers

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Additional Athletic Information Game Day Professional Dress Guidelines Athletic Uniform Care Varsity Letterman Jacket Requirements Sport Injury Protocol Natasha’s Law (HB ~ 2038)

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Appendix Appendix A: Student-Athlete-of-Concern Action Plan Appendix B: UIL Eligibility Grade Check Calendar

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Agreement Sheet (to be torn out and turned in to coach) 23INTRODUCTION

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This handbook will represent the core beliefs and ideals by which YES Prep Public School will operate its athletic program. All campuses within the YES Prep Public Schools Athletic programs are in compliance with the mandatory state and federal statutes establishing standards for equality as stated in Title IX. Listed below is a portion of the Education Amendments of 1972 which prohibits sex discrimination in federally assisted educational programs.

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination

under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.

We believe our athletic program to be an extension of the overall YES Prep Public School experience. As we build our athletic program, we encourage all students to participate. Participation in the YES Prep Public Schools Athletic program, however, is a privilege not a right. That privilege is earned by each student-athlete through his or her adherence to the rules and policies set forth in this handbook.

MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the YES Prep Public Schools Athletic Department is to provide a rigorous athletic program which complements a challenging academic program in an unconditionally accepting environment. The Athletic Department serves to develop responsible individuals who demand excellence from themselves and their teammates on and off the field.

VISION STATEMENTThe YES Prep Athletics Program will be an integrated part of campus academics and culture by supporting college readiness through competitive team sports.

CORE VALUESThe values learned through the YES Prep Public Schools Athletic Program will promote character growth; thus preparing students to become more productive leaders of the community. The YES Prep student-athlete will learn certain intangible characteristics and values such as:

Commitment Discipline Humility Teamwork Respect

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EXPECTATIONSThe following sections outline the responsibilities and behaviors expected of ALL members of the YES Prep Athletic Staff, YES Prep Student-Athletes, and YES Prep Parents/Guardians. In order for the YES Prep Athletic Department to function successfully, it is extremely important that all members involved understand what is expected of them.

STUDENT-ATHLETE EXPECTATIONSDEFINITION OF STUDENT-ATHLETE: We believe that participation in athletics is a privilege and not a right. Since it is a privilege to be a YES Prep student-athlete, there are certain guidelines and expectations placed upon student-athletes. We believe student-athletes should serve as role-models and leaders of the school not just during season, but for the entire school year. The coaches take note of behavior before, during, and after season, and take this into consideration for the following year. It is important to understand that student-athletes represent not only their school, but their community as well. Based on our beliefs, we hold student-athletes to a higher standard than our other students.

As a student-athlete, I understand that I must follow not only the rules listed in this handbook, but the rules of the school, and of the team, in order to stay in good standing. Failure to do so may result in my removal from the team.

THE YES PREP STUDENT-ATHLETE IS EXPECTED TO:1. Have medical and parental clearance before participating in any sport.2. Stay eligible.

a. Maintain a minimum grade average of 74% in your classes.b. Do not get suspended for any reason.

3. Stay off RISE, Wall Street and/or detention.4. Complete and turn in ALL assignments ON TIME.5. Be present at all practices, games, and events. Notify your coach in advance, and bring a written

excuse to the coach afterward. 6. Be on time for every practice and game. Notify your coach in advance if you will be late.7. Take care of ALL school issued equipment and uniforms and return them in good condition.8. Wash all uniform pieces issued to you.9. Be prepared for all practices and games.

a. Bring practice uniform (this includes proper athletic shoes) on days of practices.b. Bring game uniform(s) on game days.

10. Participate in all fundraisers the Athletic Department puts in place.11. Take care of your body, this includes reporting all injuries to coach, filling out an injury report

(regardless of severity) and seeing a physician if injury gets worse.

CODE OF CONDUCT: As a YES Prep student-athlete, I agree to abide by the following:1. Conform to the behavioral norms of the school and act in a responsible manner with regards to

the rules and regulations established in the YES Prep Student Handbook.2. Respect the game, play fairly and follow its rules and regulations.3. Show respect for authority to the officials of the game and of the league.4. Be courteous to opposing teams and treat ALL players and coaches with respect.

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5. Respect the privilege of the use of public facilities. This includes leaving a place better than you found it.

6. All school buses are a privilege and failure to act appropriately on the bus will result in suspension of the bus and missed games and/or practices.

7. Demonstrate good sportsmanship before, during and after ALL practices and games.8. Help parents and fans understand the league philosophy so they can watch and enjoy the game.9. Be modest when successful and be gracious in defeat.10. Do not steal another person’s belongings. 11. Refrain from the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, steroids, and abusive language during season.

Failure to do so could result in immediate removal from the athletic team.

SOCIAL MEDIAThe Internet allows people to communicate with each other in ways that were not available in the past. As a representative of your school, it is always important to remember that your actions can and will affect others. Being a student-athlete is a big responsibility and people within the community look at you as a reflection of your program. Good sportsmanship extends well beyond the playing or practicefield. You must be conscientious of what you say about your athletic program, school and others.

Under no circumstances is it okay to write or post anything on your page that could be interpreted as negative or derogatory towards a coach, teammate, official, opponent or any other individual. Consequences will be handled at the discretion of the AD/Coach and school administration.

ATHLETIC STAFF EXPECTATIONSAs a YES Prep Coach, I understand that I serve as an educator in the growth and development of the student-athlete, and, therefore, shall never place the value of winning above the value of character building.

THE YES PREP COACH IS EXPECTED TO:1. Realize the athlete is a student first; academics have first priority over athletics.2. Complete all teaching responsibilities while maintaining all athletic coaching responsibilities.3. Complete all state and league mandated certifications and trainings.4. Enforce ALL rules set forth by the athletic department, school, and state.5. Practice with a plan and purpose.6. Train each student-athlete to become in the best physical condition as possible.7. Put the team first, and the individual second.8. Stay with the team at all times until the last student-athlete has been picked up.9. Take copies of physical forms on all away trips.10. Inform student-athletes and parents/guardians of ANY changes in the schedule.11. Communicate openly and honestly with ALL student-athletes and their parents/guardians.12. Respond within forty-eight hours to any questions and/or concerns parents/guardians may have

regarding their student-athlete.13. Inform the athletic director regarding any issues/concerns that arise within the team.14. Meet with athletic director on a biweekly basis.

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CODE OF CONDUCT: As a YES Prep Coach, I realize I am representing YES Prep Public Schools and I agree to abide by the following:

1. Behave in a professional and ethical manner at ALL times.2. Serve as a role model for the student-athlete at ALL times.3. Refrain from the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, steroids, and abusive language.4. Promote good sportsmanship by exchanging friendly greetings with opposing team coaches both

before and after an athletic contest.

PARENT/GUARDIAN EXPECTATIONSPARENT/GURADIAN PLEDGE: I recognize that parents/guardians are the most important role models for their children and that amateur athletics help to develop a sense of teamwork, self-worth and sportsmanship. I encourage my child to play by the rules and respect the rights of others. I understand it is important to enforce rules of play and set conduct standards as necessary components in athletics and life. I will at all times encourage my child to play by the rules, respect the coaches and game officials' decisions and not criticize a game official's ruling during or after an athletic contest.

THE YES PREP PARENT/GUARDIAN IS EXPECTED TO:1. Provide written proof of an up-to date physical of your student-athlete prior to tryouts. 2. Sign all necessary forms to allow your student-athlete to participate in a sport.3. BE INVOLVED! Support your student-athlete and the team by coming to the games or by helping

out the team in any way you can.4. Pick up your student-athlete promptly after games and/or practices.

a. Call Coach if you will be late.b. Make arrangements if you cannot pick up your student-athlete on time.

5. Check to make sure your student-athlete has completed all academic assignments.6. Call or email your student-athlete’s coach if there are any questions or concerns.

a. If your issue or concern has not been resolved within 48 hours, contact the athletic director.

7. Participate in all fundraisers the Athletic Department put in place.

CODE OF CONDUCT: As a YES Prep Parent/Guardian, I agree to abide by the following:1. Encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, fans

and officials at games, practices and other sporting events.2. Place the well-being of student-athlete before a personal desire to win.3. Advocate a sports environment for my student-athlete that is free of drugs, tobacco, alcohol and

abusive language, and refrain from their use during youth sporting events.4. Encourage my student-athlete to play by the rules and respect the rights of other players,

coaches, fans and officials.5. Follow the expectations set forth in the UIL Parent Information Manual.

Failure to adhere to the above expectations will result in immediate removal from the playing area. The proper authorities will be notified and it will be determined if further action is necessary.

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UIL PARENT INFORMATION MANUALThe following sections regarding parental and spectator expectations have been taken directly from pages 6-8 of the 2012 – 2013 UIL Parent Information Manual which can be found on the UIL website which is below:

o http://www.uil.utexas.edu/athletics/manuals/pdf/parent_information.pdf

PARENT / COACH RELATIONSHIPS(Pages 6-7 of the 2012-2013 UIL Parent Information Manual)

Both parenting and coaching are very difficult vocations. By establishing an understanding between coaches and parents, both are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide a more positive experience for everyone. Parents have the right to know, and understand, the expectations placed on them and their children. Coaches have the right to know that if parents have a concern, they will discuss it with the coach at the appropriate time and place.

Communication parents should expect from their child’s coach: Coach’s philosophy. Expectations the coach has for your son or daughter, as well as other players on the team. Locations and times of practices and contests. Team requirements, i.e., fees, special equipment needed, school & team rules, off-season

expectations. Procedures that will be followed if your child becomes injured during participation.

Communication coaches expect from parents: Concerns about their son or daughter game play can be discussed 24 hours after his or her game.

(No questions or comments will be discussed immediately after any game) Concerns regarding their son or daughter expressed directly to the coach at the appropriate time

and place. Specific concerns in regard to the coach’s philosophy and/or expectations. Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.

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As your child becomes involved in interscholastic athletics, they will experience some of the most rewarding moments of their lives. It’s important to understand there may be times when things do not go the way you or your child wishes. These are the times discussion with the coach is encouraged.

Appropriate concerns to discuss with a coach: The mental and physical treatment of your child. What your child needs to do to improve. Concerns about your child’s behavior.

It is very difficult to accept your child is not playing as much as you may hope. Coaches’ make decisions based on what they believe is in the best interests of all students participating. As you can see from the list above, certain things can and should be discussed with your child’s coach. Other things, such as those listed next, must be left to the discretion of the coach.

Issues NOT appropriate for discussion with your child’s coach: How much playing time each athlete is getting. Team strategy. Play calling. Any situation that deals with other student-athletes.

There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and parent. These are not discouraged, as it is important for each party to have a clear understanding of the others’ position. When these conferences are necessary, the following procedure is suggested to help promote resolution to the issue.

If a parent has a concern to discuss with the coach, the following procedure should be followed: Call the coach to set up an appointment. If the coach cannot be reached, call the athletic director and ask him or her to set up a meeting

with the coach for you. Think about what you expect to accomplish as a result of the meeting. Stick to discussing the facts, as you understand them. Do not confront the coach before, during or after a practice or contest. These can be emotional

times for both the parent and coach. Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution of the situation, but often escalate it.

What should a parent do if the meeting with the coach didn’t provide satisfactory resolution? Call the athletic director to set up a meeting with the athletic director, coach, and parent

present. At this meeting, an appropriate next step can be determined, if necessary.

Students’ involvement in co-curricular activities has been proven to increase their chances of success later in life. We hope the information contained in this handout helps make that experience more enjoyable for everyone involved.

Information provided by the Iowa Athletic Council.

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BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS OF SPECTATORS(Pages 7-8 of the 2013-2014 UIL Parent Information Manual)

As a YES Prep fan and spectator, I agree to abide by the following rules set forth by the UIL:

Remember that you are at the contest to support and yell for your team, and to enjoy the skill and competition not to intimidate or ridicule the other team or its fans.

Remember that school athletics are a learning experience for students and that mistakes are sometimes made. Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes, and as people, just as you would praise a student working in the classroom.

A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not a license to verbally assault others or be generally obnoxious.

Learn the rules of the game, so that you may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place.

Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups. Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best

to help promote the student-athlete, and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.

Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team. Refrain from the use of any controlled substances (alcohol, drugs, etc.) before, during, and after

the game on or near the site of the event (i.e. tailgating). Use only cheers that support and uplift the teams involved. Be a positive role model at events through your own actions and by censuring those around you

whose behavior is unbecoming. Parents and spectators should be aware that the school can (and should) remove them from the

premises and can prohibit them from attending future contests due to undesirable behaviors. Game officials can ask that school administrators have unruly fans removed from a contest

facility. There is no such thing as a “right” to attend interscholastic athletics. Interscholastic athletics are

considered a “privilege” and the spectator who avails themselves of it is expected to conduct himself or herself accordingly.

Keep in mind that you are a guest of the school, and that while winning is certainly an admirable goal, it is hollow if it comes at the expense of morals, ethics, and just plain common sense.

The school is responsible for the behavior of their spectators. The school district can be and will be punished for actions of patrons in violation of UIL standards and rules.

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ELIGIBILITY FOR ATHLETIC PARTICIPATIONThe following sections regarding general and over-age eligibility for athletic participation have been taken directly from Subchapter M of the 2012 – 2013 UIL Constitution and Contest Rules which can be found on the UIL website which is below:

http://www.uiltexas.org/files/constitution/uil-ccr-subchapter-m.pdf

GENERAL AGE ELIGIBILITY FOR ATHLETIC PARTICIPATIONThe sole purpose of eligibility rules and contest regulations is to keep competition equitable and to maintain activities in proper perspective. According to UIL standards, students are eligible to represent their school in interscholastic activities if they:

Are full-time, day students in the school, and have been in regular attendance at the school since the 6th class day of the present school year, or have been in regular attendance for 15 or more calendar days before the contest or competition,

Live with their parents inside the school district attendance zone their first year of attendance, Have not been recruited, Have not moved or changed schools for athletic purposes, High School:

o Are less than 19 years of age on or before September 1 preceding the contest or have been granted eligibility based on a disability that delayed their education by at least one year

o Are enrolled in a four year, normal program of high school courses, and initially enrolled in the 9th grade not more than 4 years ago nor in the 10th grade not more than 3 years ago,

o Have not graduated from high school Middle School:

o Are less than 15 years of age on or before September 1 preceding the contest or have been granted eligibility based on a disability that delayed their education by at least one year

OVER-AGE FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Students who turned 15 years old on or before September 1 and are not labeled SPED, 504, or

LEP are too old to compete at the middle school level. These students must play up at the high school level.

Over-age eighth grade students who participate on the high school varsity team have four consecutive years, including grade 8, to complete their high school eligibility.

Students found to be over-age and retained due to being labeled SPED, 504, or LEP, must petition the district to play down in middle school and are required to fill out the UIL Seventh and Eighth Grade Level Eligibility For Overage Student waiver.

o The district executive committee (DEC) members will vote to determine if said over-age student is allowed to play down in middle school

OVER-AGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL A student who is nineteen or older on September 1 preceding the contest, and who initially

enrolled in the ninth grade no more than four calendar years ago, and who prior to the end of his or her second year in high school was in special education, under the auspices of an ARD

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committee or identified as a 504 student by a 504 committee, is eligible to participate in a League varsity athletic contest as a representative of a participant school if:

a. the student has or had a disability which delayed his or her education for a year or more; and

b. the student is currently in special education and under the auspices of an ARD committee or is currently identified as a 504 student by a 504 committee, and

c. the student has not already participated one extra year under this exception.

GRADE CHECKSAll student-athletes, whether in middle school or high school, are required to complete grade checks on designated 2012-2013 UIL Eligibility Grade Check dates (see page 4). All student-athletes will have grade checks at both the 6-week and 3-week check dates. This allows both the student-athlete and coach know their current academic standing.

*Note: Below are the general guidelines, the Coach and/or Athletic Director has the right to mandate tutorials if a student-athlete is in grave academic danger.

6-WEEK GRADE CHECK: LOSE / REGAIN ELIGIBILITY If passing – academically eligible all term until the next 6-week check If failing – academically ineligible for 3 weeks; lose eligibility the following week (date listed in

red on grade check calendar).o Said student-athlete is not allowed to play in interscholastic games.o Mandatory for said student-athlete to attend all practices and games to support team

Practice days: expected to practice. Game days: professional dress; help coach and/or athletic director.

o If said student-athlete is passing at 3-week grade check, they regain eligibility the following week.

3-WEEK GRADE CHECK: REGAIN ELIGIBILITY ONLY ALL athletes, regardless if passing at 6-week check, will complete the 3-week grade check. Was failing, now passing – regain eligibility the following week Was passing, now failing – academically eligible to participate in athletics

o Coaches and/or Athletic Director will determine how to handle failing athletes on a one-on-one basis

STUDENT-ATHLETE-OF-CONCERN ACTION PLAN / TUTORIAL LOG A student-athlete-of-concern is defined as any student-athlete who has either failed a class or

has a grade of 74% or lower in any class at the time of a designated grade check. A student athlete is allowed to have one failing class between a 70% and 74% during any

progress or report card period. Any additional class failing below 74% will subject that student suspended from playing and attending games until that failing class is passing on the following progress or report card.

These student-athletes will be given an action plan/tutorial log every week which they will be responsible to keep up with (see Appendix A for example)

Said student-athlete will be expected to attend tutorials during summit at least three times per week

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Said student-athlete will be expected to turn in completed action plan / tutorial log to head coach on a weekly basis

Note: Coach and/or Athletic Director has the right to suspend any student-athlete who is not following requirements of action plan/tutorial log.

VIOLATIONSPunishment for violations are subject to the coach and/or athletic director’s discretion, however, these are the general guidelines for infractions implemented by the UIL and YES Prep Public Schools.

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY VIOLATIONS If a student-athlete is failing two or more classes on a designated 6-week UIL grade check date,

he/she will not be allowed to participate in athletic events until the grades are brought up to passing level (74% or higher) at the next designated 3-week grade check.

o Student-athlete is expected to attend offered tutorials and/or seek extra help in particular subject.

o Student-athlete is allowed to practice with team. Any student-athlete who fails two consecutive 6-week grade check dates will be removed from

athletics for the remainder of the year.

ADVANCE PLACEMENT (AP) “BUMP” – HIGH SCHOOL ONLY If a student-athlete failed an Advanced Placement class at the time of a designated UIL grade

check, they will be allowed to “bump” up their grade by 10 points. Allowed to use grade “bump” in one AP class, once per athletic season

BEHAVIOR VIOLATIONS1. MIDDLE SCHOOL ONLY

a. Behavioral or Organizational RISE: i. Student-athlete is expected to attend all practices but not participate.ii. Student-athlete is not allowed to participate in any athletic event until he/she is

off RISE.iii. Student-athlete may be removed from said team if lands on RISE more than once

during season or moves up a level.b. Wall Street:

i. If a student-athlete receives Wall Street, they must serve it the day they receive it.ii. Student-athlete is allowed to play in game, provided the Wall Street has been

served and said student-athlete received a ride to the game (up to discretion of coach)

2. HIGH SCHOOL ONLYa. Detention:

i. Student-athlete is expected to serve detention the day they receive it.ii. Student-athlete is allowed to play in game, provided the detention has been

served and said student-athlete received a ride to the game (up to discretion of coach)

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iii. Student-athlete is subjected to be removed from their athletic team if he/she receives three or more detentions in any given season.

b. Honor Code Violation:i. Student-athlete must complete all requirements and be cleared by either their

Grade Level Chair or Dean of Students before rejoining team.

3. MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL a. Suspension in or out of school:

i. Student-athlete is not allowed to attend ANY athletic practice or event with team during suspension.

ii. Student-athlete is subject to be removed from their athletic team.

PRACTICE / GAME VIOLATIONS

1. In order to play in the day of a game, student must be at school on or before 9:15 am. 2. Student-athletes must notify the coach in advance if he/she will miss a practice or a game. 3. Each student-athlete is allowed up to three unexcused absences per athletic season. 4. Any absences past allowance may result in said student-athlete’s removal from team.

a. If absence is unexcused (ex. Wall Street, Detention, etc.): i. Student-athlete is not allowed to participate in sport until absence is served that

day.ii. Student-athlete will engage in mandatory conditioning up to the coach’s

discretion (ex. push-ups, sprints, etc.).iii. Student-athlete will not start in the next game.

b. If the absence is excused (ex. Tutorials, making up a test, etc.):i. It’s up to the coach’s discretion how the situation will be handled.

EQUIPMENT VIOLATIONS1. Each student-athlete must dress out in the practice uniform required by coach.

a. Failure to dress out in the required uniform will result in said student-athletes participation in physical conditioning up to the coach’s discretion.

2. Each student-athlete must wear the proper athletic shoes as mandated by coach to both practices and games.

3. Each student-athlete must bring the correct game uniform(s) on game days. Failure to do so will result in student-athlete not playing in the game.

4. Student-athlete MUST PAY FOR THE REPLACEMENT UNIFORM if uniform is either not returned or returned damaged.

a. Failure to do so will result in ineligibility of student-athlete to participate in any other sport offered by athletic program.

b. Student-athlete may face further disciplinary actions as determined by grade level chair, dean of students, or school director.

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LATE PICK UP VIOLATIONSPlease be mindful of the coach’s personal time by picking up your student-athlete at the designated time.

1. Practice Days: Picked up within thirty minutes from the end of practice.2. Game Days: Picked up within fifteen minutes of arrival to campus (away games).

a. Student-athletes will call parents at the time of departure from away game.

Offense No. Action by Athletic Department: Consequence:

1st Offense: Warning letter sent home Signed by student-athlete and

parent/guardian due next day

Physical conditioning during wait time and/or next practice

2nd Offense: Phone call by coach explaining the third offense will result in meeting Partial suspension from next game

3rd Offense:

Meeting between player, parent, coach, and Athletic Director

Contract explaining 4th offense will result in removal from team

Suspension from team until meeting takes place

Suspension from next eligible game

4th Offense: Phone call by coach or Athletic Director

Removal from team

HAZINGState law and YES Prep Public Schools forbids any student-athlete from engaging in an activity which involves hazing. The term hazing can be defined as any activity expected of someone joining a group (or to maintain full status in a group) that humiliates, degrades or risks emotional and/or physical harm, regardless of the person’s consent or lack of consent. A student-athlete who is found to have hazed another student will result in suspension or expulsion from YES Prep Public Schools.

QUITTING A TEAMIf a student-athlete quits a team during the athletic season, they will not be allowed to tryout and/or participate on any other athletic teams for the remainder of the year. This policy is directly tied to the commitment core value as stated on page 5 of this handbook.

Student-athlete is expected to sit out for one full complete season. Parents/guardians will be notified by either coach or athletic director to discuss repercussions of

quitting a YES Prep athletic team. The student-athlete will have a meeting with the coach and/or Athletic Director the following

season to determine eligibility based on commitment.

REMOVAL FROM A YES PREP ATHLETIC TEAMIf a student-athlete is removed from a YES Prep athletic team by either a head coach or the athletic director, said student-athlete will not be allowed to participate in other sports for the remainder of the year. A meeting between student-athlete, parent/guardian, coach, and athletic-director will take place to determine if said child will be allowed to represent West moving forward.

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DRUG POLICYAll students will follow a strict NO DRUG policy. Any and all athletes caught in possession of any and all banned substance will be removed from their respective teams and bared from athletic participation pending the outcome of an internal investigation.

NOTE: THE COACH AND/OR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR WILL HANDLE ANY OTHER VIOLATIONS NOT LISTED IN THIS HANDBOOK ON A ONE-ON-ONE BASIS.

EXPENSESParticipating in YES Prep Athletics is a choice and a privilege. Please be aware that there will be expenses associated with your student’s participation and that these expenses vary from team to team and are nonrefundable.

GENERAL EXPENSES Certain teams will require mandated purchases, such as parts of the game uniform, entry into

athletic contests, etc. Payment Plans: It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to contact the Athletic Director in

advance of the deadline if a payment plan is needed. Failure to pay on agreed upon dates could result in suspension of student-athlete from sport.

ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION FEEIn order to provide a quality athletic experiences, we ask that each parent/guardian pay a non-refundable Athletic Participation fee at the start of every season.

Minimum of $30.00 for all high school sports Minimum of $30.00 for all middle school sports

This fee is going directly towards bus transportation costs. This fee needs to be paid in full by the designated due date assigned by the Athletic Department.

FUNDRAISERS Fundraisers are an integral part of the success and longevity of the Athletic Program. All student-athletes are expected to participate in all fundraisers set forth by the YES Prep

Athletic Department. Those who wish to not participate in athletic fundraisers must notify the Athletic Director in

advance and pay the specific amount that they were required to fundraise.

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ADDITIONAL ATHLETIC INFORMATION

GAME DAY PROFESSIONAL DRESS GUIDELINES Student-athletes are expected to dress professional throughout the season as a way to represent their athletic team. If student-athlete is uncertain about what is acceptable, professional formal business attire for school, then please ask coach or Athletic Director.

Student-athletes are expected to keep their athletic professional dress pass in their possession at all times during the season.

If clothing fails to meet the acceptable professional dress standards, the student-athlete will be asked to change into the school uniform and may lose the privilege to attend athletic game and/or dress in professional dress attire with his/her team.

The guidelines for acceptable professional dress are listed below:

ACCEPTABLE PROFESSIONAL DRESS GUIDELINES:MEN WOMEN

Bottoms: Grey or black dress pants ONLY Skirts/dresses are NOT allowed Bottoms: Dress pants Tops: dress shirt, sweater, sweater vest,

and nice polo Shoes: dress shoes Belt: YES Shirts tucked in

Ties/Bows: Encouraged

Top: Blouse, button down, sweater, etc. Belt: YES Shoes: closed toe, max 2 in. heel, boots Accessories: Tasteful jewelry and scarves are

encouraged Tasteful headbands or hair ties are

acceptable

UNACCEPTABLE / INAPPROPRIATE PROFESSIONAL DRESS GUIDELINES

Slacks, Pants, and Suit Pants

Any pants that are classified as informal. This includes jeans, sweatpants, exercise pants, Bermuda shorts, short

shorts, shorts, bib overalls, leggings, and any spandex or other form-fitting pants such as people wear for exercise or biking.

Shirts, Tops, Blouses, and Jackets

Shirts, Tops, Blouses, and Jackets

Any form fitting shirts, tank tops, midriff tops (with or without an undershirt),

shirts with potentially offensive words, terms, logos, pictures, cartoons, or slogans;

Halter-tops, tops with bare shoulders or plunging necklines, Sweatshirts and t-shirts.

Shoes and Footwear Athletic shoes, tennis shoes, thongs, flip-flops, slippers, and any casual shoe with an open toe are not acceptable at school

Dress heels more than 2 inchesMakeup, Perfume,

and Cologne Excessive makeup, perfume, and cologne is unprofessional Middle School: makeup not allowed

Hats and Head Covering

Hats or headgear in general are not appropriate at school

ATHLETIC GAME DAY UNIFORM CARE

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Each student-athlete will be issued an official YES Prep Athletic game uniform. These Athletic uniforms are extremely expensive and it is important they be handled with tremendous care so they can last for future years.

1. Athletic issued uniforms are to be worn on game days only.2. Wash uniform in cold water with a mild detergent after every athletic contest.

a. Hand-wash; orb. Machine wash on gentle cycle.

3. Do not use fabric softener – This ruins the fabric of the uniform4. Air dry only - Do not place uniform in dryer with heat.5. Carry uniform in a separate bag on game dates. This will help protect the uniforms from random

stains, tears, etc.6. Remember: “Cool wash, hang dry, no bleach”

If athletic game-day uniform is returned damaged, or not returned at all, then student-athlete will be responsible for the replacement uniform. The Athletic Department will send home an invoice with the cost of the replacement uniform.

VARSITY LETTERMAN JACKET REQUIREMENTSStudent-athletes who make a varsity athletic team are eligible to purchase a letterman jacket if the below requirements were met during athletic season:

Zero school suspensionso In School Suspensiono Out of School Suspension

Zero Honor Code Violations Maintained academic eligibility throughout entire season Attendance of a minimum of 90% of the season Two year commitment – sports that only offer varsity status (JV teams are not offered) Schools that offer JV teams – athletic director’s discretion of either two-year commitment or

one-year commitment of varsity

If student-athlete meets the above requirements, then the Athletic Director will send home a memo detailing the specifics of purchasing a varsity letterman jacket.

SPORT INJURY PROTOCOLIf a student-athlete is injured during an athletic event, the coach will notify the parent/guardian immediately. If said student-athlete needs to be taken to a medical facility then your primary insurance must be used first (this includes Medicaid and/or CHIP). The school’s insurance will be secondary and will cover what the primary insurance does not cover.

If the student does not have medical insurance, then the school’s medical insurance will be considered the “primary insurance” and will cover one hundred percent.

Please contact the Director of Health and Wellness, Nelly Martinez Figueroa, for any and all questions regarding the sport injury protocol of YES Prep Public Schools.

NATASHA’S LAW – HB 203817

Natasha's Law requires public high schools to create a concussion oversight team (COT) to serve as a resource to each school. The Methodist Hospital shall serve as the Concussion Oversight Team for YES Prep Public Schools. The COT will include at least one certified physician and is responsible to develop the Return-to-Play protocol that all coaches must follow. Having pre-established guidelines allows coaches to avoid outside pressure and ensures that decisions are made with the player's best interests at heart.

In addition, any student showing signs of a concussion must be immediately removed from play and examined by a member of the concussion oversight team.

If it is determined that the player did suffer a concussion, he or she cannot participate in athletics until a doctor on the concussion oversight team has cleared the student to play. The doctor will and parent must complete the UIL Concussion Management Protocol Return to Play Form and turn in to the Athletic Director before said student-athlete is allowed to return.

Lastly, Natasha’s law mandates coaches complete a two-hour educational training course covering the prevention, symptoms and long-term effects of concussions every two years. Concussion symptoms can sometimes take days or weeks to develop and this additional training, combined with the medical experience of the concussion oversight team, will increase coaches' ability to recognize and properly diagnose a concussion on the sidelines.

A resource guide of frequently asked questions on Natasha’s Law can be found at the website listed below: http://www.uiltexas.org/files/health/UIL-CMP-FAQ-Resources.pdf

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APPENDIX SECTION

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APPENDIX A:STUDENT-ATHLETE OF CONCERN ACTION PLAN & TUTORIAL LOG

If you are in a no pass situation, or are getting close to a no pass situation, you must fill out this action plan/tutorial log and submit to your coach first thing Monday morning (Tuesday morning if No School on Monday).

Student-Athlete: _______________________________________ Grade: _________ Team: _____________________________

NEXT UIL GRADE CHECK:______________________________ ACTION PLAN DUE DATE TO COACH:________________________

WEEKLY ACTION PLANThe purpose of a weekly action plan is to take the steps necessary to bring your grade up to passing or above danger zone

**You must complete this Weekly Action Plan for every class you failed and/or have below a 75% in.**

FAILED CLASS / CLASS >75%:

CURRENT GRADE:

NEGATIVE ACTIONS/CHOICES/ASSIGNMENTS THAT LEAD TO A FAILING OR LOW GRADE:

3 ACTION STEPS YOU WILL TAKE THIS WEEK WHICH WILL INCREASE YOUR GRADE:

¨ _________________________________________¨ _________________________________________¨ _________________________________________

1.________________________________________2.________________________________________3.________________________________________

¨ _________________________________________¨ _________________________________________¨ _________________________________________

1.________________________________________2. _______________________________________3.________________________________________

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Our BIG GOAL is that 100% of Student-Athletes end the season eligible.

TUTORIAL LOG**You must attend tutorials at least 3 times per week**

DATE: CLASS:REASON FOR TUTORIAL SESSIONWhat specifically was completed

during tutorials (circle one)?

ASSIGNMENT / TOPIC STRUGGLING WITH:

Date and next BIG assignment coming up: TEACHER SIGNATURE

Reteaching, Retakes, Corrections, Writing Lab, Other (please explain)

Exam, Quiz, HW, Other (example):

Date: _____________

Assignment:

Reteaching, Retakes, Corrections, Writing Lab, Other (please explain)

Exam, Quiz, HW, Other (example):

Date: _____________

Assignment:

Reteaching, Retakes, Corrections, Writing Lab, Other (please explain)

Exam, Quiz, HW, Other (example):

Date: _____________

Assignment:

Reteaching, Retakes, Corrections, Writing Lab , Other (please explain)

Exam, Quiz, HW, Other (example):

Date: _____________

Assignment:

Reteaching, Retakes, Corrections, Writing Lab , Other (please explain)

Exam, Quiz, HW, Other (example):

Date: _____________

Assignment:

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We, the undersigned, have received a copy of the YES Prep Student-Athlete Handbook, have read it carefully, and we accept the policies and expectations contained within it. Soft copy is found online at http://yesprep.org/schools/west/athletics

I, the YES Prep student-athlete, understand that my failure to comply with the expected rules stated within this handbook, as well as, any school and team rules set forth by the coach, may result in disciplinary action, and my ability to abide by these standards of conduct will be a factor in whether or not I am invited to participate in YES Prep Athletics in the future.

Student-Athlete Name: _____________________________________________ Grade: ______

Student-Athlete Signature: ______________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _______________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________________________________________

Date: ______________ $30 Athletic Fee Paid: YES NO (Fee deadline date: _____________) Physical Submitted: YES NO

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Parent/Guardian & Student-Athlete Handbook Agreement

YES PREP ATHLETICS