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** GUNNISON HIGH SCHOOL ** ** ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK **

** I. INTRODUCTION ** Athletic and activity participation presents young people with unique and exciting opportunities. With those opportunities comes the responsibility of being a positive extension of the school and a positive role model for others. It is essential that all students and their parents understand that participation in Gunnison High School athletics and activities is a privilege, not a right, and therefore a high level of academic and behavioral standards must be maintained. The Athletic/Activity Code is the primary source of specifying those standards and expectations. All participants and their parents/guardians are expected to thoroughly understand its content and application.

** SPORTSMANSHIP ** Good sportsmanship is the cornerstone of a quality athletic/activity program. Gunnison High School along with the Colorado High School Activity Association (CHSAA) is committed to placing sportsmanship as a top priority in all school activities. Respect for one self, opponents, and officials is expected of coaches/activity sponsors, participants and spectators at all times. Displays of poor sportsmanship may warrant suspension of participants and/or the banning of spectators from attending athletic/activity events.

** BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL ** Your conduct at activity and athletic events is on display for all to see. Elementary and middle school students can be influenced tremendously by the actions and modeling of high school students. If **YOU** want to represent Gunnison High School in athletics and activities you are expected to **BE A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL!**

** II. GENERAL INFORMATION **

** PRE-SPORT/ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION **  The following forms must be SIGNED BY ALL APPROPRIATE PARTIES  and on file before a student may begin practice or is issued equipment:

 1. Student Athletic /Activity Code Contract 2. Physical Examination (Athletics only)  A STUDENT’S PHYSICAL EXAM IS IN EFFECT FOR 365 CALENDAR DAYS.  3. Parent Permission for Participation <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">4. Emergency Information Card <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">5. Insurance Coverage for Athletic/Activity Injuries <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO PROVIDE INSURANCE <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> PROTECTION FOR THE STUDENT WHILE PARTICIPATING IN ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY PROGRAMS. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> THE SCHOOL DISTRICT MAKES AVAILABLE STUDENT INSURANCE PLANS WHICH OFFERS <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> COVERAGE FOR ANY ACCIDENT OR INJURY RESULTING FROM PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL- <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> RELATED PROGRAMS. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">6. Athletic/ Activity Fee Paid in Full <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> CONTACT THE ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY DIRECTOR FOR INFORMATION <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> REGARDING FEE WAIVERS. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Page 1

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** FEES ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Student athletic fees are currently $100.00 per sport with a family cap of $500 per year (GHS only). Student activity fees range from $25.00 to $75.00. (Fees are subject to change by the Board of Education). Participation fees go directly to the sport or activity in which the student participates. Athletic/Activity fees collected account for approximately one-fourth to one-half the costs incurred to provide each program. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** STUDENTS WILL NOT BE REFUSED PARTICIPATION FOR THE INABILITY TO PAY FEES. ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** FINANCIAL HARDSHIP WAIVERS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE GHS MAIN OFFICE. **

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** EQUIPMENT ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">It is understood that the athlete/activity participant accepts the responsibility for all equipment issued and shall provide for its proper care, storage, and return. Athletes/activity participants shall assume responsibility for the equipment not returned when due and shall be suspended from athletics/activities until all equipment is either returned, paid for, or arrangements have been made through the Principal or the Athletic/Activity Director for replacement of such equipment.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** DUAL SPORT PARTICIPATION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A student may participate in two sports during the same season provided he/she attains approval from parents, coaches and the Athletic Director prior to the seasons first day of practice. The following conditions must be met to in order to participate in dual sports.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">1. A meeting must be held with the athlete, parents, coaches and Athletic Director prior to the first practice. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">2. The student must choose a primary sport. All parties will sign a written agreement, which includes specific information regarding practices and priority of contests during the regular and post seasons. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">(Form available from Athletic Director) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">3. The athlete must practice nine days in each sport before participating in a contest (with the exception of golf & softball). <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">* If a conflict arises, the school Athletic Director will intervene and make a determination, which will be binding.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** TEAM SELECTION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">In some sports and activities facilities and team size limit the number of students who can participate. Any student who does not make the team in one of these sports or activities remains eligible for other sports and activities offered in the same season provided a position is available.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** ATHLETIC/ACTIVITY INJURIES ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If at any time during participation, a doctor removes a student from participation because of an illness or injury, the student must have a written release from a doctor before participating again. The written release must be given to the coach/supervisor and/or Athletic Trainer.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">The release may be satisfied if upon removal the doctor specifies the duration of the student’s restriction from participation and/or competition.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A coach/supervisor may refer a student for a medical evaluation if he/she believes the student to be in physical danger. If this occurs, a doctor’s written release is required before the student may return to practice/participation.

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<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** TRANSPORTATION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants are always encouraged to ride the designated school vehicle to athletic/activity events when provided. Students are not allowed to drive themselves or other students to an event. If parents are transporting their student or another student to an event, written permission is required and must be given to the coach/sponsor prior to the trip. If a parent/guardian wishes to transport their son/daughter home after an event they must first sign their student out with the coach/sponsor. If a participant intends to leave an event with a person other than school personnel or their parent, prior written permission must be provided to the coach/sponsor. The driver must be at least 21 years of age.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">*NOTE - If a participant causes disruption on a school vehicle they may be suspended from riding any district transportation for up to one calendar year.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** III. ELIGIBILITY ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If an athlete/activity participant is failing two or more classes on the weekly eligibility report (cumulative/semester grade), the student will not be eligible for competition or activity events for that week. If the student is ineligible four times in a sport/activity season, the student will be suspended from the sport/activity for the remainder of that season. Academic eligibility begins the Tuesday prior to the first athletic scrimmage/contest or activity event, through the last week of competition. Eligibility will be determined and implemented from Tuesday 12:00 noon until the following Tuesday 12:00 noon. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A student declared **ineligible will not be permitted to travel with the team** to away events, **nor will they be allowed to sit or dress with the team** at home events. Athletes/Activity participants are expected to practice during the period of ineligibility.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** SCHOOL ATTENDANCE ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants must be in school for the full day on the day of an event. (Doctor appointments, activity absences, or emergency situations are an exception.)

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants must be in school periods 5, 6, & 7 in order to practice. (Doctor appointments, activity absences, or emergency situations are an exception.)

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**UNEXCUSED ABSENCE** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If a student has an unexcused absence during the school day, that student will not be able to participate in the next athletic contest/activity event. If there are two games/events during the week of an unexcused absence, the student may participate in the second game/event. That decision will be made by his or her coach/activity sponsor. A student will not be allowed to practice ON THE DAY OF AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE. //The assistant principal/principal has the authority under Colorado State Law to determine if an absence is excused or unexcused.//

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants must be in school all day after an early morning practice (Doctor appointments, activity absences, or emergency situations are an exception.) Failure to attend ALL classes after an early morning practice will constitute an unexcused absence and suspension from the next contest. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants must be in school all day the day following a weekday game/event. “Sleeping in”, regardless of parental excuse, will be regarded as an unexcused absence and will warrant a suspension to be determined by the athletic director and coach/activity sponsor.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Students must attend pep assemblies during their sport season or face suspension for the next athletic contest/activity event. Contact athletic director/ principal/ coach/sponsor if an exception arises. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Page 3

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**SUSPENSION FROM SCHOOL** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If a student is suspended from school (in and/or out) the student will not be eligible for the next competition/event he/she may compete in.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If a student is suspended from school, the student will not be able to participate in any practices until the suspension is completed. The absence from practice will be considered as __one__ unexcused practice no matter how many days the student is suspended.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If a student is suspended from school for a second time during a sport/activity the student will be suspended from that sport/activity for the remainder of the season.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** PRACTICE ATTENDANCE ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Athletes/Activity participants must **attend 1/2 of the practices between contests** in order to be eligible for the next competition/event. (Exceptions can be made by the Athletic/Activity/ Director/Principal.)

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**UNEXCUSED ABSENCE** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">An unexcused absence from practice is one in which the coach/sponsor has not been notified by the athlete/activity participant or their parent, that he or she will miss practice that day. This could also include an excuse that is not acceptable by his or her coach/supervisor. (e.g. something other than school absence or emergency situation.)

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">First unexcused absence - student and parent are notified of the unexcused absence. AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE form MUST BE signed by the student and PARENT and returned to the coach/sponsor. Athletes/Activity participants will miss the next athletic contest/ activity event.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Second unexcused absence - Athlete/Activity participants and parent will be notified. The student will be suspended for the remainder of the season.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**QUITTING A SPORT** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">If a student chooses to quit a sport/activity he/she is expected to do it properly. The student should make his/her reasons known to the coach in person and must return all equipment and clear all financial responsibilities with the school**. Fees may be returned if a student quits a sport/activity within the first two weeks of practice** (It is the student’s/parent’s responsibility to request a refund of fees).

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">A student who quits a sport or activity may not participate in a/the second/next sport or activity during the same season until he/she obtains a written release from the coach of the sport/activity dropped. EXAMPLE: If a participant quits football, he may not begin basketball practice nor join the cross country team until the football season is completed or he receives written permission from his football coach.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Page 4 <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** Gunnison High School Athletic/Activity Code of Conduct ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** GENERAL EXPECTATIONS OF ATHLETES/ACTIVITY PARTICIPANTS ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a commendable manner at all times in school and the community with special emphasis on appropriate behavior during interscholastic contests, and toward opponents, officials and spectators. The use of profane language and/or unsportsmanlike conduct, the harassment, intimidation or assault upon another individual or another individual’s property will not be tolerated. **All athletic and activity participants and their parents should understand that participation in extra-curricular activities is a privilege and __not a right__**. Given that point of emphasis, ALL students __representing__ Gunnison High School __in competition__ are expected to follow training and practice rules as outlined by the Athletic/Activity Code and by their sport/activity specific rules & regulations. Gunnison High School administration and staff also recognize that the expectations set forth in this contract are not only intended to teach proper behavior, respect and responsibility but also to promote the __safety and welfare__ of every GHS student.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** CODE VIOLATIONS ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**When is this contract in effect?** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">This contract is in effect throughout the student’s high school career (from the time the student first signed the contract until the day of graduation). __Except for criminal offenses__, code violations will be enforced **during the school year only** (defined as the first day of fall practice through the last day of school and or the official end of an activity/sport season). Criminal offense violations are subject to suspension and disciplinary action on a year round basis. Examples of criminal offenses include, but are not limited to: DUI, sale of or possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia, crimes of violence, theft.
 * 1) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">1. The possession, distribution, sale, or other use of illegal drugs and/or alcohol.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">2. Being in the presence of others who are consuming, possessing, or distributing illegal drugs or alcohol.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">3. The use or possession of tobacco in any form.
 * 4) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> 4. ** Criminal Offenses ** - Any legally punishable act whether or not the student is prosecuted by governmental authorities. Criminal offense violations will warrant a minimum of dismissal from the current season or upcoming season if the student is out of season when the violation occurs. Criminal offenses __may warrant up to a 12 month suspension__ based on the severity of the offense.
 * 5) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">5. Continued willful disobedience or open persistent defiance of authority.
 * 6) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">6. Willful destruction or defacing of public property.
 * 7) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">7. Behavior that is detrimental to the welfare, safety, or morals of other students of the school or school personnel.
 * 8) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">8. Any behavior deemed detrimental to the team or program.
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** Any infraction of the above mentioned situations may result in a contract violation. **
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">The __building principal__ will have the authority to make the final decision in all code violation matters.
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">GHS Student rules of conduct and behavior apply at all school-sponsored activities both on and off campus.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**Is the code in effect while I am out of season?** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Students who violate the Code of Conduct out of season within the time frame identified above, or while participating in a school sanctioned activity during the summer months (i.e. camps, fundraising events, etc. ), are subject to disciplinary action at the beginning of the next competitive season or the next activity in which they are involved. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**What happens if a violation is reported?** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Any violation reported to the school administration will be investigated. Persons reporting said violation MUST be willing to testify in person or in writing if requested. Also see NOTIFICATION AND DUE PROCESS below. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** Note - ** Students and parents should be aware that while school personnel do not monitor websites such as “Facebook” and “Myspace” looking for incriminating evidence, such sights are public and may be used during an investigation.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** NOTIFICATION AND DUE PROCESS ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">The student and his or her parent(s)/guardian(s) shall be notified as soon as possible of any alleged code violation. The student and his or her parent(s)/guardian(s) shall have an opportunity to meet with building administrators regarding the allegations. At that time the student will have the opportunity to admit to the alleged code violation or to present evidence and/or challenge evidence presented against him or her. After this meeting, the athletic director and/or building administrator will then render a decision which will result in one of three actions.


 * 1) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">1. The student has admitted the violation and a suspension will be assessed and served.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">2. The athlete has denied the charge; however, the athletic director and/or building administrator will assess a suspension based on the evidence.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">3. The alleged violation will be dropped due to insufficient evidence.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">If a suspension is assessed at this time, the athletic director or building administrator shall inform the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) of the decision and the basis for it. Notification will be either in person, by phone or in writing.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** Appeal Process ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">The parent(s)/guardian(s) or athlete may appeal the decision in writing to the superintendant or superintendant’s designee, within three(3) school days after the decision of the athletic director or building administrator. The superintendent or his/her designee will, within three (3) school days of receipt of the written appeal, arrange a meeting between the appropriate parties to review the suspension. This meeting will be conducted by the superintendent or the superintendent’s designee. At this meeting the student will again be provided the opportunity to present on his/her behalf and challenge evidence that has been presented. A summary of the meeting, including the decision made, will be put in writing by the person conducting the meeting and a copy sent to the athlete and his/her parent(s)/guardian(s) within three (3) school days after the meeting has been held. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** FIRST VIOLATION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** ( ** Violations other that criminal offenses) The student/athlete will be suspended __immediately__ from the current sport season for a minimum of forty (40%) of the allowable contests as established by the Colorado High School Activities Association (including playoffs) or according to the carry-over rule. If the student/athlete is not currently involved in an activity; he/she will be suspended for forty percent (40%) of the next season in which he/she is a bona fide team member. <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** Criminal Offense Violations ** – The student will be suspended for the __remainder of the current or upcoming season__. Depending on the severity of the offense, criminal offenses may warrant up to a 12 month suspension.
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** The school shall consider this decision final. **

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**//Honesty Penalty Reduction//** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//Students who on their own volition report their code violations (not including criminal offenses) to the principal, athletic director or coach will have their suspension reduced to ten **(10) percent** of the allowable contests. The honesty penalty reduction is available on the first violation only and results in the student waiving his or her right to appeal the suspension. The honesty penalty reduction __may not apply__ when the school would have been made aware of the violation through another source. If an athlete self reports a criminal violation of the athletic/activity code, it will be taken into consideration, along with the severity of the offense, when determining the length of the suspension.//
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Students who violate the Code of Conduct __while participating in an athletic function/ activity event__ will be immediately dismissed from the program and will forfeit all lettering and post-season honors.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">**SPORT/ACTIVITY ALLOWABLE CONTESTS 40% SUSPENSION 10% SUSPENSION**

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Baseball 19 7 contests 2 contests <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Basketball 19 7 contests 2 contests <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Cross Country 11 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Dance N/A 4 contests/performances 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Football 10 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Golf Boys/Girls 11 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Gymnastics 11 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Softball 19 7 contests 2 contests <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Swimming Boys/Girls 11 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Track 11 4 contests 1 contest <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Volleyball 19 7contests 2 contests <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Wrestling 30 matches 12 matches 3 matches <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Activities N/A Minimum suspension to be the next event //(additional// <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//suspension to be determined by sponsor and// <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//administration)// <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** CARRY OVER RULE: ** A suspension will be carried over and enforced, on a percentage basis, into the athlete’s next sport season if the suspension has not been completed. (The next sport season being the next sport the athlete participates in and is a bona fide team member.)
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Please note that all student/athletes must start the season at the beginning of the sports season (before the 1st contest date) and successfully complete the season in order for a suspension to be completed.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** SECOND VIOLATION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">A second offense within the same school calendar year will warrant suspension from all athletics/activities for the remainder of the school year.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">A second offense occurring not in the same school year, but during a student’s attendance at Gunnison High School will result in suspension from twice as many contests as are applicable for the first violation.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">** THIRD VIOLATION ** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">A third offense and any subsequent violations occurring at any time during a student’s attendance at Gunnison High School will result in suspension from all athletics/activities for the remainder of their high school career. Consideration for reinstatement of eligibility may be considered after the completion of a rehabilitative or counseling program and a minimum of 100 hours of community service.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> In order for a student to participate in an activity or athletic program, the student’s parent/guardian(s) must sign and return the acknowledgement of “this contract” to the building athletic/activity director.

<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> __ In the event that information is reported to the school, I agree to cooperate fully with the school’s investigation and if needed, I will give the school a release for criminal justice and or juvenile justice records to complete the investigation. If I refuse to give consent when asked, this would become grounds for a contract violation. __** <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">_____ <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Student/Athlete Signature Parent/Guardian Signature <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> ___ Date Date