ALBEMARLE 2016-17

Student-Athlete HANDBOOK

Home of the PATRIOTS Albemarle High School Athletic Department

“P u r su i n g Vi ct or y wi t h Ho n o r ”

A Guide for AHS student-athletes and their parents

Welcome to the Albemarle Athletic Department

INTRODUCTION The purpose of this handbook is to give student-athletes and other interested persons a guide to the general operation of t h e interscholastic a t h l e t i c program a t Albemarle H i g h S c h o o l a n d Albemarle County. A student who has earned the privilege to participate in athletics is voluntarily making a choice of self-discipline and sacrifice. This concept of self-discipline and sacrifice is accepting the responsibility to understand and follow the rules, regulations, policies and procedures established by the Albemarle County School Board, the Albemarle Athletic Department and the Albemarle coaching staff. In turn, we have the responsibility to positively lead in a manner that promotes and models personal development, fosters teamwork and teaches important life skills. Successfully meeting these conditions requires responsible behavior, open communication and personal accountability from each of us; student-athletes, coaches and parents.

ATHLETIC GOALS OF ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL The philosophy of athletics in the Albemarle Athletic Department considers athletics to be an integral part of the school’s educational program. Our goal is to provide positive experiences that will enhance and challenge our student-athletes physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. We strive to develop a high level of competition without losing sight of sportsmanship, personal responsibility, academic success and leadership while appreciating all of the values the come with being a member of your team.

CLOSING COMMENTS This is a special time in your life and your high school years will pass by quickly. Parents, a t h l e t e s , coaches, teachers and administrators are on the same team together. We each play a role in making the Albemarle Ath let ic experience a positive one filled with wonderful memories and lifelong friendships. It is imperative that we work openly and positively together, whether we are faced w i t h p r o b l e m solving or celebrating successes ! The strength of this relationship is the anchor in making our athletic department stronger and your experience more fulfilling.

Thank you for your support and commitment in assisting each of us to be our best! It is our hope that you will always be proud to be an Albemarle Patriot!

Respectfully submitted,

Deb Tyson Albemarle Athletic Director

VIRGINIA HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE (VHSL)

The Virginia High School League (VHSL) is an organization of public high schools in Virginia. The league seeks to

encourage student participation in desirable school activities by conducting or supporting programs of interscholastic

activities. VHSL was developed in 1913 and is located here in Charlottesville. It publishes annually a code of rules for all

VHSL activities in the state.

Albemarle High School Patriots Athletic Department: #434-974-4308

FAX: #434-974-4316

Website: albemarleathletics.com Mr. Jay Thomas - Principal (jthomas@k12albemarle.org) Deb

DEB TYSON - Athletic Director (dtyson@k12albemarle.org)

Ola Ann Perry- Administrative Assistant (operry@k12albemarle.org) Stacy

Schurr, ATC stacys@acacpt.com) - Athletic Trainer

Albemarle Athletic Teams & Coaching Staff

FALL PRACTICE STARTS: Monday, Aug. 1 (All Sports); Except Field Hockey, Monday, Aug. 8! CHEER: GOLF:

V HEAD: JEN LAMB & ROXY GUDE V HEAD: GREG MAYNARD

JV HEAD: SAMANTHA BRANDL

CROSS COUNTRY: VOLLYEBALL:

GXC V HEAD: CATHY COFFMAN V HEAD: MARK RAGLAND

ASSISTANTS: SHELLY KNEWSTEP-WATKINS ASSIST: MANDY NEWBERRY

CHRISTINE THOMAS JV HEAD: RYAN SCHUETT

CORINNE LINDEMANN ASSIST’S: HEATHER DEMMING

SARAH BEASLEY KARA ELDER

BXC V HEAD: ADRIAN LORENZONI MICHAEL PRUDENCIO

MATT RESNICK

LUKE NOBLE

IAN MILLER

JONATHAN COOPER-SMITH

FOOTBALL: WEIGHT TRAINING:

V HEAD: BRANDON ISAIAH YOSH ARSENAULT

DREW MAYNARD

ASSISTANTS: JEFF WILLY

WENDELL GREEN

JOHN GARWELL

CHRIS BLACK

JERMAIN DIAZ

MILES GOOCH

JV HEAD: ROBERT JORDAN

ASSISTANTS: KEVIN SMITH

BOBBY BRADEN

9th HEAD: TONY PAYNE

ASSISTANT: LAMONT “CHRIS” BYERS

CHAVAR POWELL

EQUIPMENT: TONY JORDAN

Albemarle High School Patriots Athletic Department: #434-974-4308

FAX: #434-974-4316

Website: albemarleathletics.com Mr. Jay Thomas - Principal (jthomas@k12albemarle.org) Deb

DEB TYSON - Athletic Director (dtyson@k12albemarle.org)

Ola Ann Perry- Administrative Assistant (operry@k12albemarle.org) Stacy

Schurr, ATC stacys@acacpt.com) - Athletic Trainer

Albemarle Athletic Teams & Coaching Staff WINTER

PRACTICE STARTS: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7. (All Sports) CHEER: WRESTLING:

V HEAD: JEN LAMB & ROXY GUDE V HEAD: PHILLIP PLOWMAN

JV HEAD: SAMANTHA BRANDL ASSIST: DAVID GUTZLER

JV HEAD: JOHN PAGE

BOYS BASKETBAL: ASSIST:

V HEAD: GREG MAYNARD

ASSIST: DREW MAYNARD WEIGHT TRAINING:

JV HEAD: ERIC WILSON YOSH ARSENAULT

ASSIST: TREMAIN WILSON BRANDON ISAIAH

RYAN WOODFOLK

9TH HEAD: MARK WILSON

ASSIST: MARCUS WILSON

BRUCE MAXA

GIRLS BASKETBALL:

V HEAD: RACHEL PROUDFOOT

ASSIST: TAMMY WINTERTON

AMY SHERILL

TONY FRANKLIN

JV HEAD: ERIN CALLAHAN

ASSIST: CIERRA HALL

9TH HEAD: MORGAN SMITH

ASSIST:

BOYS/GIRLS INDOOR TRACK:

V B/G HEAD: BRIAN NAGEL

ASSIST: ADRIAN LORENZONI

FRED SMYTH

BOYS/GIRLS SWIM:

V B/G HEAD: JJ BEAN

ASSIST:

Albemarle High School Patriots

Athletic Department: #434-974-4308

FAX: #434-974-4316

Website: albemarleathletics.com

Mr. Jay Thomas - Principal (jthomas@k12albemarle.org) Deb Tyson

DEB TYSON- Athletic Director (dtyson@k12albemarle.org)

Ola Ann Perry- Administrative Assistant (operry@k12albemarle.org)

Stacy Schurr, ATC stacys@acacpt.com) - Athletic Trainer

Albemarle Athletic Teams & Coaching Staff

SPRING PRACTICE STARTS: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 (All Sports)

BASEBALL: SOFTBALL: V HEAD: JIMMY BIBB V HEAD: CHARLIE SCOTT ASSIST: LLOYD EVANS JV HEAD: BRITTANY LINDEMANN DARREN LYNCH V/JV ASSIST: KAIYLYN BODINE JEFF WILLY MEG BANE JV HEAD: KATHERINE BANE ASSIST: BOYS LAX: BOYS TENNIS: V HEAD: DAVID KING V HEAD: CHIP GROBMYER ASSIST: TODD BROWN ASSIST: PETE GALLAGHER MAL MEISTRELL RICK RAMEY JV HEAD: ARI ELGORT GIRLS TENNIS: ASSIST: V HEAD: RICH LINDSAY ASSIST: IAN LYONS GIRLS LAX: V HEAD: LAUREN THRAVES BOYS/GIRLS TRACK & FIELD: ASSIST: KELSEY RUND V B/G HEAD: TONY FRANKLIN DAKOTA WILLIAMSON ASSIST: LORENZ BROWN JV HEAD: BRIAN NAGEL ASSIST: ADRIAN LORENZONI CHAD JACKSON SARAH BEASLEY BOYS SOCCER: SUMMER SHEPHERD V HEAD: JEFF BALNAVE SARAH KAUK ASSIST: SCOTT JACKSON SARAH KNEWSTEP-WATKINS TODD MENADIER JV HEAD: TAG GRAHAM ASSIST: GIRLS SOCCER: V HEAD: AMY SHERRILL ASSIST: ANNE WHITMORE KATIE CARPENTER JV HEAD: PAT REILLY ASSIST: MEG CARPENTER WEIGHT TRAINING: ANDREW MAYNARD BRANDON ISAIAH

2016-17 ACPS Out of Season Practice Rules

(REVISED JULY 2016)

1. Who is ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE? Any interested ACPS student who has a CURRENT PHYSICAL (dated since 5/1/14) on file

in their attending school’s Athletic Office. Attendance can NOT be mandatory and can NOT be considered tryouts. In season

athletes are not permitted to participate.

2. Below are the 2016-17 ACTIVE PERIODS in which out-­‐of-­‐season practices may be conducted. It is the responsibility of the HEAD VARSITY COACH to get prior approval from the AD on the specific dates/times/facilities to be used. NO SUNDAYS PERMITTED – EVER!!!

1st WINDOW (15 Days)

2nd WINDOW (15 Days)

1st DAY OF TRY-­­OUTS

FALL SPORTS (RED)

12/8-‐‐12/20;

1/4-‐‐1/18

5/1-‐‐5/29

AUGUST 1 FOR

ALL EXCEPT FH –

AUG.8 WINTER SPORTS (YELLOW)

10/1-‐‐10/31

3/30-‐‐4/4;

4/13-‐‐4/30

November 7, 2016

SPRING SPORTS (BLUE)

9/1-‐‐9/30

1/19-‐‐2/21

February 20, 2017

3. VHSL DEAD PERIODS (Grey): • July 3-9- 2016 • November 7-16, 2016

• February 20-29, 2017 • July 2-8, 2017

No S/A contact, meetings, strength/conditioning, etc, permitted during Dead Periods!

4. FALL, WINTER & SPRING ACTIVE WINDOWS: Limited to 15 days during designated window. Any coach (head or assistant)

coaching 1 or more athlete’s counts as a day. This includes open gym, any camps other than college/university sponsored

camps & 7-­‐on-­‐7 football. ONLY members of the school’s coaching staff are permitted to work with student-­‐athletes during

these “active” periods. If in order to get 15 days, a coach needs to go beyond the dates above, there must be AD approval.

SUMMER ACTIVE WINDOW: Unlimited number of days starting the 1st

day after school is out until August 1. Any coach

(head or assistant) may run a sports specific practice or coach a league team as long as the team is a legitimate organization

under an umbrella that has its own insurance, identify, etc. Examples: USA VB, SOCA, MONU, Legion, Etc.

5. STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (non SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING) is permitted outside of the “Active period” (with AD Approval) except during VHSL Dead Periods.

6. Equipment Restrictions:

Football: Helmets and mouth pieces only. NO CONTACT PERMITTED (tackling, blocking, etc).

All Other Sports: All normal gear used for a contest (batting helmets, pitching faceguards, wrestling headgear, LAX Helmets, FH/LAX goggles, etc (HEAD COACH MUST CHECK IN/OUT)

Other equipment: Batting cages, pitching machines, rebounding machines, etc are permitted

7. No scrimmages allowed with other schools. Teams may conduct inter-­‐squad scrimmages. Exception: Football (Inter-­‐squad scrimmages are not permitted.

Albemarle Patriot Pride

...get on board The Albemarle Athletic Department believes in “Pursuing Victory with Honor” and all

that it represents. We take the responsibility of promoting and enforcing positive sportsmanship very seriously. It is our goal to create a climate that is fun, safe and

healthy for all who attend and participate.

Please be reminded that it is a privilege, not a right, to be an Albemarle student-athlete, an Albemarle coach or a parent of an Albemarle student-athlete. Each of us have a

responsibility to represent our school and our families with class and respectfulness. Your choice of language, actions and interactions with our own team, our opponents, our

guests and officials are a reflection of that commitment.

This requires positive role modeling characterized by self-control, accountability and ethical conduct.

HIGH 5’S for: 1. Positive school yells and cheers in a respectful manner.

2. Encouraging those fans around you to join in displaying sportsmanlike conduct.

3. Applaud during the introduction of players, coaches and officials and at the end of a contest for all performances from all participants. 4. Respectfully responding to decision of officials.

5. Shaking hands with all participants and coaches at the end of the contest, regardless of the outcome.

THUMBS DOWN for: 1. Booing or heckling an official, coach, player or cheerleader.

2. Blaming the loss of a game on officials, coaches and participants.

3. Using profanity or displaying anger that draws attention away from the game. 4. Yelling in a disrespectful manner or to antagonize opponents or officials.

5. Refusing to shake hands or give recognition for good performances.

THANK YOU for being on board with OUR very important mission.

Albemarle Sportsmanship and Code of Ethics

Coaches, athletes, parents and fans are expected to display respect, courtesy and

strong character towards each other. Good sportsmanship is the clearest

expression of our morals and commitment to all that is fair and good in sports.

Represent your school and family with class.

Each of us set the tone. Contribute to the true spirit of athletics. It is the ultimate goal of the Albemarle Athletic Department to exemplify positive sportsmanship behavior at all times. This

requires a united effort from our staff, student-athletes, paren t s and spectators. As a member of the VHSL and the

Albemarle athletic community, each of us have a responsibility to encourage and insist upon high standards. This

responsibility l ies with each of us. Should there be any action on the part of our student-athletes or spectators that

counteracts our goal, please know that the VHSL, the AHS administration and the AHS coaching staff reserve the right to

mandate appropriate consequences in order to insure a safe and positive athletic climate for all.

(1) Be COURTEOUS TO ALL participants, coaches, officials, staff and fans.

DESIRABLE BEHAVIOR: Applause during introductions, shaking hands of opponents, showing concern

for an injured player, extending hospitality to visiting players, coaches, cheerleaders and fans.

(2) Know the rules, abide by and respect the officials’ decisions.

DESIRABLE BEHAVIOR: Utilizing every opportunity to promote understanding of the rules of the

contest with the school and community; accept the official’s decisions without displays of temper,

arguing or derogatory remarks.

(3) Win with character and lose with dignity.

DESIRABLE BEHAVIOR: Regardless of outcome, exchange of handshakes between opposing players and

coaches; treating competition as a game, not a war; applaud at end of contest for performance of all

players, not just your own.

(4) Exercise self-control and reflect positively upon yourself, your team and the Albemarle Patriots.

DESIRABLE BEHAVIOR: Supporting the activity by displaying TOTAL UNITY as fans; as opposed to

boasting and using antics which draw attention to yourself instead of the contest.

(5) Permit only positive sportsmanlike behavior to reflect on AHS and our programs. DESIRABLE BEHAVIOR: Positively encourage those around you to display only sportsmanlike

conduct; discourage use of profanity, taunting or other destructive mannerisms.

TO OUR AHS FANS: We appreciate your support and POSITIVE e n c o u r a g e m e n t ! We ask that your behavior be FOR and NOT

AGAINST our coaching staff, visiting teams, officials and, of course, our own student-athletes. Should you have a

concern, be respectful enough to discuss that concern with the coach at the appropriate time and location?

TO OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES: As an Albemarle student-athlete, you are expected to conduct yourself with integrity, sportsmanship, honesty, pride and

humility. Your conduct is closely scrutinized as you sit in the classroom, as you travel and as you compete at home and on

the road. You are looked upon as a role model, particularly by your peers and younger c h i l d r e n . It is important that

your personal conduct be above reproach at all times. Realize that you are representing yourself, your team, your family

and Albemarle High School . . . do so with class and self-control.

An Albemarle Coach reserves the right to implement their own specific team rules, regulations and

consequences that may be more, but not less severe than those listed above.

ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC DEPT

STUDENT-ATHLETE UNSPORTSMANLIKE

CONDUCT QUESTIONNAIRE

Complete, sign and return this questionnaire to your Athletic Director. You are required to attend a meeting with your coach and AD before

you are permitted to resume participation.

1. Why were you ejected from the contest? DATE OF EJECTION:_________

2. Why do you think it is against VHSL regulations to behave in such an unsportsmanlike manner as you did?

3. Why is it important for you to set a good example?

4. What did you accomplish by your behavior; other than being ejected from the contest?

5. Indicate a plan that will assist you in improving your behavior.

NAME: SPORT:

SIGNATURE: DATE:

PARENT/ATHLETE/COACH COMMUNICATION

Coaching, parenting and being young are all difficult roles. By establishing an understanding of each role, we are

better able to accept the actions of each other and together, provide a greater benefit to our children. When your

child becomes a part of the Albemarle Athletic Department, you have the right to understand what expectations will

be placed on your child and what expectations we place on our coaches. This begins with clear communication

from the coach your program and a commitment from you to take your concerns directly to your coach when you

Are looking to solve problems and address concerns.

COMMUNICATIONS YOU should EXPECT FROM YOUR CHILD’S COACH: • Coach’s Philosophy

• Expectations and goals the coach has for your child as well as for the team/season

• Team requirements, special equipment needs, strength and conditioning programs

• Procedure to be followed if your child is injured during participation

• Game/practice schedule and updates

• Team rules, guidelines and consequences for infractions

• Lettering criteria (if applicable)

• Team selection process

• Coach’s telephone number and e-mail address

• AHS Training Rule and Pledge Card

• Steps to take should they have a concern

COMMUNICATIONS COACHES should EXPECT FROM ATHLETES/PARENTS: • Any concerns should be expressed DIRECTLY to the coach.

• Advance notification of any schedule conflicts

• Advance notification of illness and injury - when possible

It is the goal of everyone that each Albemarle student-athlete will experience some of the most

rewarding moments and memories of their lives.

It is also important to understand that there may be times when things do not go the way everyone would wish.

When this occurs, discussion with the coach is imperative. While we encourage the initial dialogue to be between

the coach and the athlete, we recognize that sometimes that is uncomfortable. Direct contact with the coach is the

first and most integral step to understanding and finding resolution.

APPROPRIATE AREAS/CONCERNS TO DISCUSS WITH COACHES: • Treatment of your child

• Ways to help your child improve

• Concerns about your child’s behavior, safety and welfare

• Future strategy or plan on how you can better work/communicate with them

INAPPROPRIATE AREAS TO DISCUSS WITH COACHES: • Other student-athletes • Team strategy

• Play calling •Playing time

If you have a concern to discuss with a coach, please follow these steps:

1. Set up an appointment with the coach.

2. If the coach cannot be reached,

contact the Athletic Director,

and ask her to set up the meeting for you.

3. *Please, do NOT confront a coach before

4. or after a contest or practice.

These can be emotional times for both the athlete, parent and coach.

If meeting with the coach does not provide a satisfactory resolution?

1. Set up an appointment with the AD to discuss the situation

2. At this meeting the appropriate next step can be determined

Albemarle Patriot Rules & Regulations for Student Athletes/Managers

Participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege, NOT A RIGHT, earned by the student who meets eligibility requirements set by the

VHSL, The Commonwealth District, the Albemarle school board, and Albemarle High School. Questions pertaining to the following additional

requirements should be directed to the Athletic Director/Principal:

1. Academics: All participants shall exhibit good citizenship as well as meet the VHSL academic requirement of “Take 5, Pass 5”; m u s t

take 5 credits and pass 5 credits. The Athletic Office will check each student’s grades from the previous semester to confirm VHSL academic

compliance. In calculating 5 credits, one 4x4 class counts as 2 credits, one hybrid class counts as 1 credit.

2. Physicals: Medical examination: All athletes shall have on file in the Athletic Office a completed VHSL Athletic Participation/Parental

Consent/Physician’s C e r t i f i c a t e Form. No student may participate in conditioning, practices or games unless he/she has a physical on

file which is dated after May 1st of the current school year.

3. Insurance: All participants, including managers and student trainers, must be protected by school insurance or have personal insurance

that will cover any athletic injury. The participant’s parent(s) must sign the Insurance Confirmation Form designating that the participant has

proper accident insurance coverage and that Albemarle County is not responsible for any x-rays, doctor, or hospital bills due to an injury to

the participant while he/she is participating on a team involving Albemarle High School.

4. Attendance Requirement: All participants must be in school for at least 2 full blocks before being permitted to participate in an

interscholastic contest, practice, or conditioning program that day or evening. Exceptions are few but will be considered by the Athletic

Director and must be approved by the principal. All student-athletes must be on time to their first block class regardless of how late they

return home from an athletic trip the previous night.

5. Physical Education Class: All athletes must follow the same rules and regulations as physical education students. Their experience and

skills may be utilized for demonstration and assisting the Instructor. Limited activity should be considered by the Instructor if students are

going to participate in an athletic event that day or evening.

6. out-of-school Suspension: Any participant given out-of-school suspension will be ineligible during the assigned suspension period. In

addition, they may be disciplined further by the Principal, Athletic Director or Coach that could include temporary or permanent suspension

from the team.

7. After-school Detention: Any participant assigned after-school detention will be required to attend the detention.

If a detention conflicts with a practice or a game, the student may not participate for that day, unless approved by the

assigning a d m i n i s t r a t o r .

8. in-school Suspension: Any participant assigned to a full day of in-school suspension will be ineligible until the first day they attend

“Regular” classes. For each day that a student-athlete is in ISS, they are NOT eligible for practice or competition.

9. Eighth Grade Participation: Eighth graders may participate in athletics on the sub varsity level if:

• a 9th or 10th grader has not been cut

• approved by their middle and high school principals

• completed VHSL Physical Form/Training Rules on file

• meets all school, Commonwealth District and VHSL requirements

10. School Debts: Students owing a debt to the school will be ineligible to participate in athletics until the debt is paid.

11. Equipment distribution and return: Once equipment and uniforms are issued, it becomes the total responsibility of the student. If

any of these items are lost, stolen or damaged, the athlete is held financially responsible for replacing it. All payments for lost equipment

must be made at the end of the season to the Albemarle HS Bookkeeper.

12. Dismissal/Quitting Policy: If a student is removed from, or quits a team without mutual release from the coach, he/she is ineligible

to try out for a team for the next 2 consecutive seasons. In the event that the student is not mutually released, the coach must report

these cases within 48 hours to the Athletic Director. This must be in writing, stating the student has been removed or quit. Should the

student wish to appeal, they must notify the Athletic Director in writing within 10 days of notification. Three neutral coaches will be set up by

the Athletic Director for the students to appeal the decision and they will decide the consequences.

Virginia High School League Eligibility Rules

The Virginia High School League (VHSL) is a member of the National Federation of State High School Associations.

All rules and regulations governing secondary school boys’ and girls’ interscholastic athletic contests and practices are

established by the VHSL, the Albemarle County School Board, and the Albemarle High School Administration.

To be eligible to represent Albemarle High School in any VHSL sponsored Interscholastic Sport

or activity, a student must meet the following requirements:

28-1-1 BONA FIDE STUDENT RULE: The student shall be a regular bona fide student in good standing of the

school which he/she represents.

(2) - any student who is under penalty of suspension, or whose character or conduct is such as to reflect or

discredit upon his/her school, is not considered in good standing.

28-2-1 GRADE RULE: The student shall be enrolled in the last four years of high school.

(2) - eighth-grade students who passed five 8th grade subjects the past school year and reached the

age of fifteen on or before the first day of August may compete on the varsity level.

28-3-1 ENROLLMENT RULE: The student shall have been regularly enrolled in the school which he/she

Represents not later than the fifteenth school day of the semester.

28-4-1 SCHOLARSHIP RULE - The “TAKE 5, PASS 5” Rule: To be academically eligible, a student shall:

(a) for the first semester, be currently enrolled in not fewer than five subjects, or their equivalent, offered

for credit and which may be used for graduation have passed five subjects, or their equivalent, offered for credit and which may be used for

graduation the immediately preceding year of the immediately preceding semester for schools

that certify credit on a semester basis.

(b) for the second semester be currently enrolled in not fewer than five subjects, or their equivalent,

offered for credit and which may be used for graduation and have passed five subjects, or their equivalent, offered for credit and which may

be used for graduation the immediately preceding semester.

28-5-1 AGE RULE: The student shall not have reached the age of 19 on or before the first day of August of the

school year in which he/she wishes to compete.

28-6-1 TRANSFER RULE: The student shall not have enrolled in one high school and subsequently transferred to

and enrolled in another high school without a corresponding change in the residence of his/her parents, parent, or

guardian.

28-7-1 SEMESTER RULE: The student shall not have been enrolled in the last four years of high school for a period of

more than eight consecutive semesters, beginning with the semester in which he/she was enrolled for the first time in the

ninth grade. The eight consecutive semesters shall be counted continuously from the first enrollment point, regardless of whether or not

he/she remains continuously enrolled in school.

28-8-1 AMATEUR RULE: The student shall be an amateur. An amateur is an athlete who engages in VHSL athletics

solely for the educational, physical, mental, and social benefits he/she derives therefore, and to whom VHSL athletics are nothing more than

an avocation.

28-9-1 ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION/PARENTAL CONSENT/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION RULE: The student

shall have submitted to the principal or designated representative of his/her school, prior to becoming a member of any

school athletic squad or team, League Form No. 2 (Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/ Physical Examination Form),

completely filled in and properly signed, attesting that he/she has been examined and found to be physically fit for

athletic competition, and that his/her parents consent to his/her participation.

28-10-1 AWARDS RULE: The student shall not have accepted from any source whatsoever, in recognition of or as

a reward for his/her athletic skill, any award other than letters, medals, charms, cups, plaques, letter sweaters, or similar

trophies, or any award of value other than intrinsic value. These listed awards may be accepted only when presented

or approved by his/her school, or when earned in VHSL sanctioned meets or tournaments.

28-11-1 INDEPENDENT TEAM RULE: During the sports season for the relevant sport, a student may, while a member

of a school squad or team engaged in interscholastic sports, become a member of or participate with an organized team in

the same sport which is independent of the school’s control so long as such participation does not conflict with the

schedules activities of the school squad or team.

27-9-1 ALL-STAR PARTICIPATION RULE: The student shall not have participated in a non-VHSL all-star contest.

27-13-1 SPORTSMANSHIP RULE (ALSO see “SPORTSMANSHIP” section of this handbook)

Member schools are required to conduct all their relations with other schools in a spirit of good sportsmanship. Acts

which are prima facie evidence of failure to abide by this rule are those which are noted below and others of a similar

nature which transgress the usually accepted code for good sportsmanship.

27-13-4 harassment of game officials

27-13-5 failure of a school to use every means at its disposal to impress upon its faculty, student body,

team members, coaching staff and officials the values of sportsmanship in the preparation for, and the conduct and

management of interscholastic contests.

PENALTY: Any athlete who in protest lays hands or attempts to lay hands on an official may be declared

ineligible by the League or by his/her principal for up to one year. Any athlete who strikes an opponent, a coach, or a

spectator during or following an athletic event may be declared ineligible by the League or his/her principal for a

specified period of time up to one year depending on the seriousness of the act. The basis for this policy statement is

that a member school shall not be represented by any student whose conduct reflects discredit upon his school.

27-13- 6 EJECTION OF A PLAYER OR COACH FROM A CONTEST

The VHSL, the Commonwealth District and the Albemarle Athletic Department

support and mandate the following consequences:

RULE 27-13- 6: Players and coaches who are ejected from a contest for unsportsmanlike conduct are ineligible for the

team’s next contest. If the ejection takes place in the final contest of the season, the penalty shall carry over to the next

sports season for seniors or to the next school year for underclassmen. The school has the authority to issue additional consequences.

28-11-2 CONTEST LIMITATION RULE: No member school may permit its athletes to compete in more than the

total number of regular season interscholastic contests as specified in the VHSL Handbook. No athletes may participate

on the varsity and sub varsity levels in any sport on the same day.

HAZING LAW - VIRGINIA CODE 18.2-56

This law has serious implications for secondary school athletic teams and clubs. Embarrassing, humiliating and

dangerous acts of “initiation” of any kind could be considered acts of hazing. Should one result in injury to a student,

charges could be brought under this law. Anyone found guilty of hazing will not only be removed from the team,

potentially face legal charges but could also be expelled from school.

• Hazing is unlawful; civil and criminal liability; duty of school , officials, etc. It shall be unlawful to haze

or to otherwise mistreat so as to cause bodily injury, an student at any school, college or university.

• Any person found guilty thereof shall be guilty of a Class I misdemeanor, unless the injury would be

such as to constitute a felony, and in that event the punishment shall be inflicted as is otherwise provided

by law for the punishment of such felony.

VHSL COACHES EDUCATION RULE:

In May of 2009, the VHSL Executive Committee passed a coaches education requirement that all VHSL coaches complete the VHSL Coach’s

Education Program which consists of three courses. In order for anyone to be eligible to coach at a VHSL school, this must be completed by

June 20, 2012. The VHSL requires that any coach hired before July 1, 2009 must pass the VHSL State component and the local

component. Any coach hired after July 1, 2009, must pass the VHSL State component and the local component as well as Coaching

Principals and Sport First Aid.

ALBEMARLE COUNTY ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND DRUG POLICY The Training Rule Pledge Card must be signed by the student-athlete and parent/guardian prior to each participating season.

The student-athlete will not be permitted to compete until the card is signed and returned to their coach.

RULE: No student involved in a sport or other extracurricular program shall knowingly possess, use, distribute, transmit or be

under the influence of alcohol, performance enhancing drugs, inhalants or controlled substances of any kind (except as

prescribed by a medical professional/other authorized by this regulation) during the participating season.

CONSEQUENCES: The unauthorized possession, use, distribution, transmittal or being under the influence of alcohol,

performance enhancing drugs, inhalants or controlled substances of any kind (except as prescribed by a medical professional)

by a student during the athletic season or other extracurricular program will subject the student to suspension from the team

and otherwise prohibited from participating in athletic activities including practices, contests, or attendance as a spectator for

30 calendar days or until the end of the season, whichever is longer.

NOTE:

In cases involving a first or second offense only, students/parents who voluntarily SELF-REPORT or request

assistance from school officials in connection with an alcohol, drug or tobacco incident may avoid the above full

disciplinary consequences at the discretion of the principal, provided that the self-report comes from the

student/parents/guardian no later than the first school day after the incident involving the unauthorized use of

alcohol, performance enhancing drugs, inhalants or controlled substances of any kind or tobacco. FIRST OFFENSE IN STUDENT’S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER:

a. A minimum of two (2) weeks suspension from participation in athletics or other extracurricular program, including practice

and competition, from the date the knowledge of the possession, use, transmittal, distribution or being under the influence

became known to a school official.

b. A student who agrees (with parental consent) to participate in a drug/alcohol counseling and/or assessment program

offered at school or at a school-approved community agency may be reinstated to the athletic team or other extracurricular

program at the end of the two (2) week period. Any student who does not agree to participate in such counseling and/or

assessment program shall be suspended from participation from the athletic team or other program for thirty (30) days or for

the remainder of the season or program, whichever is longer.

c. Reinstatement of the student to the athletic or other extracurricular program is contingent upon the student complying in all

material respects with the recommendations made by an alcohol or other substance abuse counselor or other appropriate

person as well as the approval of the athletic director and principal/designee for reinstatement to the team or program; and

d. Successful completion of any recommended assistance plan by an alcohol or other substance abuse counselor or other

appropriate person will be evaluated by the athletic director and principal/designee.

SECOND OFFENSE IN STUDENT’S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER:

a. A minimum of four (4) weeks suspension from participation in athletics or other extracurricular program, including practice

and competition, from the date the knowledge of the possession, use, transmittal, distribution or being under the influence

became known to a school official;

b. A student who agrees (with parental consent) to participate in a drug/alcohol counseling and/or assessment program

offered at school or at a school-approved community agency may be reinstated to the athletic team or other extracurricular

program at the end of the four (4) week period. Any student who does not agree to participate in such counseling and/or

assessment program shall be suspended from participation from the athletic team or other program for thirty (30) days or for

the remainder of the season or program, whichever is longer.

c. Reinstatement of the student to the athletic or other extracurricular program is contingent upon the student complying in all

material respects with the recommendations made by an alcohol or other substance abuse counselor or other appropriate

person as well as the approval of the athletic director and principal/designee for reinstatement to the team or program; and

d. Successful completion of any recommendations by an alcohol or other substance abuse counselor or other appropriate

person will be evaluated by the athletic director and principal/designee.

THIRD OFFENSE IN STUDENT’S HIGH SCHOOL CAREER:

a. Full suspension from all athletic activities and competitions and other extracurricular program for a 365-day period;

b. The student may be required to undergo a current drug/alcohol assessment at school or at a community agency offering

such assessments. Prior to reinstatement at a future date, the student will follow and comply with all recommendations from

the assessment report, including participation in an approved school-based or community alcohol or other drug education

program; and

c. The student may petition for reinstatement after the end of the 365-day period. The decision whether to reinstate the

student shall be at the sole discretion of the athletic director and principal/designee, after consultation with the Division

Superintendent/designee.

PLEDGE CARD for the Albemarle County Training Rule Every coach is required to review the Albemarle County Training Rule with their student-athletes and their

parents. They must distribute and collect the Pledge Cards from each participating athlete. The pledge card must be signed and turned in to the Coach before an athlete is eligible to compete.

Pledge cards can be found in the Albemarle Athletic Office or on the AHS web site.

It is the responsibility of the coach to distribute, review and collect a signed pledge card from each athlete, each season.

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SAMPLE Albemarle County Athletic Training Rule

Student-athlete and Parent/Guardian Pledge Card (Must be signed and turned into the Coach each participating season)

By signing this Pledge card, I acknowledge that I have received, read and accepted

the terms of the Albemarle County Athletic Training Rule. As an Albemarle student-athlete, I pledge not to use or possess tobacco products, alcohol or illegal drugs

as outlined by this policy. I understand all consequences should I choose to break this pledge.

Student-athlete Signature Sport As a parent of an Albemarle student-athlete, I pledge to support the terms of the Albemarle County Training Rule. I understand all consequences, as stated in this policy, should my son/daughter choose to break this pledge.

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Athletic Transportation

Transportation is provided via School Buses for all athletic teams for all away trips.

AWAY CONTESTS:

Departure times are determined by the Head Coach and Athletic Director with final approval by the

Principal. Departure times are set to minimize the loss of instructional time.

Expected return times should be provided by the coach prior to the trip. Please note that these times are estimated. Several factors can cause the times to change. (Over time, weather, injuries, etc.)

POLICY FOR RIDING THE BUS: All members of the team are required t o depart and return with their team. This includes team members, bona fide scorekeepers, managers and trainers. ONLY IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY will a team member be permitted to return with their parents - NO ONE ELSE! In this event, the parent must directly request such permission from the Head Coach/Athletic Director and must speak to the coach in person at the site of the away contest.

Participants must provide their own transportation home once they return to Albemarle. Each participant should make arrangements for his transportation home so that the participant can leave the high schoo l property within 30 minutes after a HOME CONTEST and within 30 minutes after the return an AWAY CONTEST.

CHARTER BUSES: The Athletic Department will finance only the use of a school bus. Should a

team elect the service of a charter bus, arrangements and approval must be made by the Athletic Office and the difference in the cost must be paid by that team’s Booster Club.

ACTIVITY BUS: There will be activity buses to take students home every afternoon after school activities. It is the responsibility of the student to identify which activity bus they will use and to make their arrangements from the drop- off points to home.

BEHAVIOR AND ACCOUNTABILITY:

1. The school has the right to revoke the right of the student-athlete to use the Activity Bus in the event of inappropriate behavior. The consequences may or may not also include suspension from the athletic team.

2. Cleats, clean or dirty, are not permitted to be worn on any Albemarle Buses.

3. The student is financially responsible for any damage done, intentionally or

unintentionally, to an Albemarle school bus or charter buses.

After Practice Activity Bus Info

The Activity buses leave AHS promptly a t 6:45 p.m. and is available for all Albemarle students who are in good standing and on an organized/supervised AHS activity that requires them to be at school beyond the normal school day (such as athletics, clubs or after school detention). It is the responsibility of the student to be ready and waiting in the assigned “pick-up” areas at the designated departure times. Albemarle County is not required to provide such a service to its students; therefore, this privilege will be available only to those students who follow the rules and guidelines set forth by the bus driver.

6:45pm PICK UP FROM ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL BUS PARKING LOT

DROP-OFFS

(1) Georgetown Road @ Hessian Hills Way

(2) Massie Road @ Farrish Circle

(3) Berkshire Place

(4) Northwoods Grove Road @ Timber Trail Drive

(5) Greenbrier Drive @ Hillsdale Drive

(6) Castle Court @ Old Brook Road

(7) Mallside Forest Rental Office

(8) Worth Crossing @ Gateway Circle

(9) Austin Drive @ Briarwood Drive

(10) Camelot Drive @ St. Ives Road

(11) Stony Point Fire Department

(12) Whytes Store, Earlysville

Athletic Training - Sports & Injuries

Albemarle High School is fortunate to have a certified athletic trainer.

Please know that the school will look to them to determine whether your child is cleared for play.

1. ALL injuries must be reported to the Albemarle athletic trainer immediately.

2. If you have an injury or illness that will keep you out of practice or a game, the athletic trainer

must be notified as soon as possible.

3. If you have an injury or illness where you were not allowed to practice or compete, you may not

return to practice or competition until the Albemarle Certified trainer releases you to return. An Albemarle coach or a parent may not issue this release. If a doctor has given you a note to return, this note must be shown to the Albemarle certified trainer BEFORE you may return.

4. If you see a DOCTOR, for any reason; A NOTE FROM THE PHYSICIAN is required before you may return to activity.

5. ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES are REQUIRED to complete and turn in the EMERGENCY CARE

CARD to their coach each participating season.

6. If you have an injury which requires daily taping, rehabilitation is part of your daily treatment program. You must complete rehab exercises in order to be taped. Taping for games only are not permitted, if you are injured, you are injured and need daily treatments.

7. INSURANCE:

All participants, including managers and student trainers, must be protected by school insurance or have personal insurance that will cover any athletic injury. The participant’s parent(s) must sign the insurance Confirmation Form designating that the participant has proper accident insurance coverage. Albemarle County is not responsible for any x-rays, doctor or hospital bills due to an injury to the participant while he/she is participating with a team involving Albemarle High School.

INJURIES OCCURRING ON THE PLAYING SITE

1. ATTENTION PARENTS: If your child is injured during a contest, the best way that you can help is to remain on the sidelines. We ask that you do not enter the playing area. The Albemarle trainers will update you with any pertinent information once your child has been treated. They are more than willing to address any questions once the situation is under control.

2. Please know that the certified athletic trainer on duty is in charge of any injury scene. Any doctor

that enters the playing area will be asked to identify themselves and remain only as a resource to the Albemarle Athletic Trainer.

A FACT SHEET FOR Athletes

What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury that:

• Is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body.

• Can change the way your brain normal works.

• Can occur during par dices or games in any sport or recreational activity.

• Can happen even if you haven't been knocked out. • Can be serious even if you’ve just been "dinged"

Or "had your bell rung."

All concussions are serious. A concussion c a n affect

Your ability to do schoolwork and other activities (such as playing video games, working on a computer, studying, driving, or exerdsing). Most people with a

concussion get better, but it is important to give your brain time to heal.

What are the symptoms o f a concussion? You can't see a concussion, but you might notice

one or more of the symptoms listed below or that you

"don't feel right" soon after, a few days after, or even weeks after the injury.

• Headache or "pressure" in head • Nausea or vomiting

• Balance problems or dizziness

• Double or blurry vision • Bothered by light or noise

• Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy

• Difficulty paying attention • Memory problems

• Confusion

What should Ido if I think I have a concussion? • Tell your cradles and your parents. Never ignore a

bump or blow to the head even if you feel fine. Also,

Tell your coach right away if you think you have a

concussion or ONE of your teammates mi ght have a

concussion. • Get a medical check-up. A doctor or other health

Care professional can tell W you have a concussion and when it is OK to return to play.

• Give yourself time to get better. If you have a concussion, your brain needs time to heal while your brain is still healing, you are much more likely to have another concussion. Repeat concussions can increase the time it takes for you to recover and may cause more dam age to your brain. It is important to rest and not return to play until you get the OK from your health care professional that you are symptom -free.

How can I prevent a concussion? Every sport is different, but there are steps you can

Take to protect yourself.

• Use the proper sports equipment, including personal protective equipment. In order for equipment to protect you, it must be: -The right equipment for the game, position, or activity

- Worn correct and the correct size and fit -Used every time you play or practice

• Follow your coach’s rules for safety and the rules

of the sport.

• Practice good sportsmanship at all times.

If you think you have a concussion: Don't hide it Report it Take tirne to recover.

We better to miss one game than the whole season.For more information and to order additional materials jree-oJ-<harge, visit:

www.cdc.gov/Concussion.

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A FACT SHEET FOR PARENTS

What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury. Concussions are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body. Even a "ding,"

"Getting your bell rung," or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious.

What are the signs and symptoms? You can’t see a concussion. Signs and symptoms of concussion

can show up right after the injury or may not appear or be noticed until days after the injury. If you’re teen reports one

or more symptoms of concussion listed below, or if you notice the symptoms yourself, keep your teen out of play and seek medical attention right away.

symptoms Reported

by Atntete

• Ensure that they follow their coaches' rules for safety and the rules of the sport.

• Encourage them to practice good sportsmanship at all times.

What should you do if you think your teen has a

concussion? 1. Keep y>ur teen out of play. If you’re teen has a concussion,

Her/his brain needs time to heal. Don't let your teen return to play the day of the i '!iury and until a health

Care professional, experienced in evaluating for concussion, says your teen is symptom-free and it's DK to return to play.

A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain recovers from the first-usually Itching a short period of time (hours, days, or IA eks)-can slow recovery or increase

The likelihood of having long -term problems. IN rare cases, repeat concussions can result in edema (brain swelling),

• Appears dazed or stunned

• Is confused about

assignment or position

• Forgets any nstruction

• Is unsure of game, score, or opponent

• Moves clumsily

•Answers questions slowly

• Loses consdousness (even lxiefly)

•Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes

• Can't recall events pn·or to hit or fall

• Can't recall events after

hit or fall

• Headache or "pressure"

in head

• Nausea or vomiting

• Balance problems or

dizziness

• Double or blurry vision

•Sensitivity to light or noise

• Feeling sluggish, hazy,

foggy, or groggy

• Concentration or memory

problems

• Confusion

•Just not ' feeling right" or is "feeling down"

Permanent brain damage, and even death.

2. Seek medical attention right away.A health care profess­ signal experienced in evaluating for concussion will be able to decide how serious the concussion is and when it is safe for your teen to return to sports.

3. Lead> your tend that it's not smart II> play with a ooncuosion.

Rest is key after a concussion. Sometimes athletes wrongly

believe that it shows strength and courage to play injured. Discourage others from pressuring i '! Inured athletes to play. Don't let your teen convince you that she’s 'just fine."

4. "Jell all of ur team’s roaches and the student's school nuose about ANY concussion. Coaches, school nurses, and other school staff should know if your teen has ever had a cmcussion. Your teen may need to limit activities while sjhe is recovering from a concussion. Things such as studying, driving, working on a computer, playing video games, or exercising may cause concussion symptoms to reappear or get worse. Talk to your health care professional, as well as your teen's coaches,

How can you help your teen prevent a concussion? Every sport is different, but there are steps your teens can take

to protect themselves from concussion and other injuries.

• Make sure they wear the right protective equipment for their activity. It should fit properly, be well maintained, and be

Worn consistently and correctly.

School nurse, and teachers. If needed, they can help adjust your teen's school activities during her/his recovery.

If you think your teen has a (Concussion:

Don't assess it yourself. Take him her out of

play. Seek the advice of a health care professional

It's better to miss one game than the whole season. For more information a n d to order additional materials jree-oJ-<harge, visit: www.cdc.gov/Concussion.

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CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM & “RETURN TO PLAY” PLAN

UPDATED BY ACPS HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD – February 2013

We are committed to safe practice, and we have this plan to ensure that (i) coaches, athletic directors, Certified Athletic

Trainers (ATC), administrators, volunteers, student-athletes, and their parents are aware of the short-and long-term effects

of concussions; (ii) student-athletes sustaining concussions are removed from play immediately and referred appropriately;

(iii) student-athletes who have sustained concussions are returned to play only after receiving appropriate medical care,

adequate time to heal, and demonstrating no symptoms consistent with a concussion.

The ACPS Sports Concussion Management Plan includes 5 fundamental components:

1. Verified training of coaches on concussion risks, recognition, and management.

2. Education of parents and student-athletes on concussion risks, signs, and symptoms, and post-injury management for

sports and school officials. Parents and student-athletes will read, sign and submit the Albemarle County Public Schools’

Concussion Information Sheet to the school before the first practice.

3. Immediate removal from play by the student-athlete’s coach, ATC, or team physician of any student-athlete suspected of

sustaining a concussion in a practice or games (i.e. exhibiting signs and/or symptoms). “When in doubt, sit them out” is

the operating principle.

4. Written clearance to return to play for the student-athlete by a licensed health care professional trained in the

evaluation and management of a concussion. The written clearance must be received by the ATC before the student-

athlete is allowed to return to the field/court. Prior to participation in a full-contact practice the student-athlete will be

given a post-injury Impact test that will be interpreted by a physician knowledgeable in concussion management. The

Impact test results will be used in conjunction with the entire history and assessment to help determine “return to play”

status. “Return to Play Requires Medical OK” is the operating principle.

5. Treatment of the Student-Athlete in School. School personnel will be trained on concussion management in the school.

They will be informed of the student-athlete’s injury and its specific symptom manifestations – physical, cognitive,

emotional, sleep. The school nurse will be notified to assist the student-athlete’s recovery by informing the student-

athlete’s teachers, who may provide an altered work-load to aid the student’s recovery.

To read the whole plan, please use this link:

http://www2.k12albemarle.org/dept/osp/health/Concussion%20Information/Sports%20Concussion%20Management%20Plan%

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AWARDS

Athletes should receive only those awards sanctioned by the VHSL or approved by the school principal. Awards which are

symbols of achievement, tradition, and school spirit shall be made to members of athletic teams, team managers, and

cheerleaders as well as student trainers. The coach shall consider the fulfillment of the following requirements in

recommending a student for an award (not necessarily a Varsity Letter):

* Attendance and punctuality at practice * observance of training rules as formulated by the coach

* Cooperation in upholding team regulations * attitude in and out of the team

* good school citizenship and team conduct * completion of regular and post-season play - unless injured

* return of all school equipment, uniform, and materials

Any student who has quit or is removed from a team is ineligible to receive any awards.

VARIOUS AWARDS MAY INCLUDE: 1. Certificates will be the only award given to JV and 9th grade participants.

2. Varsity letter issued the first time a student earns a letter in any sport. Should the athlete earn a letter in

another sport, only the emblem of that sport will be given to be placed on the same letter first earned.

The second year the athlete earns a letter in the same sport, he/she will receive a service bar. Captains

will receive stars or Captain’s emblems.

3. Manager’s awards are issued as the above varsity awards, except that Manager’s insignias are given.

4. Trainer’s insignias will be awarded to the student trainer(s) by the Head Trainer.

5. Early in the season, the coach should advise all team members in writing of the award policies. The coach

should keep records of the competition time for each athlete.

6. Team Banquets: Letters and insignia awards are presented by respective coaches at each Team Banquet. The

Head Coach will contact the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the participant(s) to announce the site, date and time of this

special program.

7. QUALIFICATION OF A VARSITY LETTER:

a. TEAM SPORTS (Baseball, BB, Cheerleading, Field Hockey, Football, LAX, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball).

Any one of the following. Participation...

* in 1/2 of the quarters or playing periods for the season * of a senior in a sport for three years

* District Championship Team * Discretion of the Head Coach

b. INDIVIDUAL SPORTS (XC, Golf, Tennis, Track/field, Swimming, Wrestling) Any

one of the following.

* Scored or played in 1/2 of the regular season contests * Qualified for the District Championship

* A senior in a sport for three years * Discretion of the Head Coach

8. A COMMONWEALTH DISTRICT All-Academic Award will be awarded to each athlete who achieves honor roll

while winning a varsity letter during the same season.

9. End of the year AWARDS CEREMONY: The Athletic Department will sponsor a ceremony in which to

present the awards to athletes, managers, trainers, and coaches for their accomplishments during the

course of the year. This is by INVITATION ONLY. The following awards will be presented at this time:

* Van de Castle Most Valuable Female Player Award * Tim Abbott Award

* Billy Williams Most Valuable Male Player Award * The U.S. Army Reserve National

* The Donnie Layman Award - Male/Female * Randy Rhoads Memorial Scholarship

* The Sam Terry Award - Male/Female * The U.S. Marine Corps Award

* Pursuing Victory with Honor * Kelly Watt Memorial Scholarship

* Sydney Aichs Memorial Scholarship

*Tri-Athlete Award - Letters in 3 varsity sports in a given year

*Scholar-Athlete Award - Letter in 2 Varsity sports & GPA stays above unweighted 3.75 first 3 quarters.

ALBEMARLE BOOSTER CLUBS Get your parents Involved - we need their support!

Being involved in your team’s Booster Club is an excellent way to support the needs of your child’s team and their coaching staff. The financial support offered by each Club goes directly to your child’s sport and provides those “icing on the cake” items that the Albemarle Athletic Budget cannot. Each Albemarle team organizes their own individual Booster Club under the direct supervision of the Head

Coach and the Athletic Director. How active, organized and how structured the Booster Club would like to become is completely dependent upon the goals

and the direction of the Head Coach. All spending/committing of Booster funds MUST be approved by the Athletic Director prior to the implementation or application of any Booster funds.

.

Common fund raising efforts go towards: • Charter buses

• Non Inventory Items like Team sweatshirts/t-shirts/warm-ups

• End of the Year Team Banquet and extra Awards as designated by the Coach

• Restricted Earning Coaches

• Home and Away Pre/post game meals/snacks

• The Coach and the Athletic Director have the final approval of how Booster money is spent

Things to know: • Albemarle Bookkeeper is responsible for providing financial reports to in-school Booster Clubs

• Incorporated Booster Clubs are required to present Financial reports twice a year to the AHS

Bookkeeper and Athletic Director

• All Fundraising projects must be approved by the Albemarle Bookkeeper

• The Booster Club Treasurer will work directly with the Athletic Secretary in preparing start-up

money for Concession Stand

• Pepsi donates drinks for all teams to take to Away Games located in white cooler by Athletic Office

• Concession Stand should use Pepsi Products only

Other ways for Parents to assist you: • Develop a contact info list for coaches, parents and players

• Work in the Concession Stand (free admission to games)

• Announce athletic events or run the score clock at home games

• Organize the End of the Year Team Banquet

• Provide Rosters at each home game

• Develop a Sportsmanship plan for your team and fans

Get involved and active. It’s one of the most productive & positive ways to support your student/athlete and our program.

ACPS ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION FEE

TO: Albemarle County Public Schools Students and Families

FROM: Albemarle County Public Schools

Department of Secondary Education

SUBJECT: New Albemarle County Public Schools Athletic Participation Fee

Albemarle County Schools offers a high quality athletic program to supplement our students’ experience at the high

school level. In order maintain this program with increased financial constraints; we have assessed an athletic fee

beginning in the fall of 2010.

Starting last school year, Albemarle County Public Schools required that each student pay a non-refundable athletic

fee of $75 for each sport in which he or she is a confirmed member. Fees collected will contribute to the Albemarle

County Public Schools budget to assist with coaching salaries, security, field maintenance, transportation costs, and

VHSL membership fees.

The maximum athletic fee per family is $450. Athletes that tryout and become an official team member will be

required to pay the $75 athletic fee prior to the first official contest in order to be eligible to compete. There is

no relationship between athletic fees and a guarantee of student playing time. Playing time for athletes is the sole

discretion of the Head Coach and his/her staff. The athletic fee is non-refundable and will not be returned to an

athlete who leaves his or her team for any reason.

The fee will be waived for students that qualified for the free or reduced price meals. Please contact

Albemarle County Schools Child Nutrition Program at 295-0566 if you did not grant permission for your

free/reduced status to be shared for this purpose.

If you have questions about the athletic fee, please contact the high school which your son/daughter attends.

DEADLINE FOR FALL PAYMENT DUE FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 2015

HOW & WHO DO I PAY?

1. PAY AT YOUR SEASONAL PARENT MEETING

2. Bring or mail directly to Albemarle Athletic Department:

Albemarle High School

2775 Hydraulic Road

Charlottesville, VA 22901

3. PAY THE COACH DIRECTLY (last resort please)

Athletic Ticket Prices

REGULAR SEASON TICKET PRICES All ticket prices are established by the Jefferson District Council. The following is a list of regular

season athletic contests that AHS will charge for during the school year.

Varsity Football $7.00

JV/9th grade football $5.00

JV/V Field hockey $6.00

JV/V Soccer $6.00

JV/V Volleyball $6.00

9/JV/V Basketball $6.00

JV/V Wrestling $6.00

V Baseball $6.00

V Softball $6.00

Outdoor Track $6.00

JV/V Lacrosse $6.00

NOTE: Any standalone Sub-varsity game will be $5.00

ADMITTED FREE TO REGULAR SEASON GAMES All AHS IN-SEASON athletes participating in other sports, all Albemarle County School Employees,

Senior Citizens and children 5 and under.

POST SEASON PRICES (includes District, Regional & State play-offs)

These prices are dictated by the Jefferson District, Northwest Region and VHSL. Traditionally, post

season prices increase by $1.00 to the regular season ticket prices.

Passes ALL-YEAR PASS: “UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT THE MOMENT” UPDATES WILL BE COMING.

PATRIOT PUNCH PASS: “UNDER CONSTRUCTION AS WELL” UPDATES WILL BE COMING.

SENIOR NIGHT The last regular season home game for each sport where there is an admission fee is declared as Senior Night. Parents

and immediate family members of seniors are admitted free.

ALBEMARLE HIGH SCHOOL is a member of Virginia High School League (VHSL); Classified as a 5A School

(based on enrollment), assigned to 5A North Region and Conference 16.

Conference Schools in the 5A North Region (Post season only) Conference 13 Conference 14

Thomas Edison Briar Woods

Falls Church Broad Run Thomas Jefferson Potomac Falls R. E. Lee Stone Bridge George Marshall Tuscarora JEB Stuart

Wakefield

Conference 15 Conference 16 Brooke Point Albemarle

Massaponax Atlee

Mountain View Halifax North Stafford Orange Potomac Senior PH Ashland Stafford PH Roanoke

Jefferson District (Regular Season only) Albemarle (5A) Charlottesville (4A) Fluvanna County (4A) Powhatan (4A) Louisa County (4A) Monticello (3A) Orange (5A) Western Albemarle (3A)

POST SEASON PROCEDURE for TEAM SPORTS: The number of teams that advance and the format of Conference and Region post season varies with

each sport. It is important to talk with your coach about what specifically applies to your sport or go to vhsl.org.

1. REGULAR SEASON: AHS plays each Jefferson District team twice during the regular season

(H/A). AHS does NOT play the Jefferson District schools in post-season play.

2. POST-SEASON PLAY ADVANCEMENT: CONFERENCE 16 to 5A NORTH REGION to 5A STATE

• CONFERENCE 16: Conference 16 teams are seeded #1-#4 for Conference 16 Tournament

based on their Regular season win/loss record. Each team receives 7 points for each win; 1 point for a loss against a 6A school. Each sport has a designated number of teams that advance from Conference 16 to the 5A North Region tournament. • 5A NORTH REGION: Qualifying teams are placed in a pre-seeded bracket against other Conferences in the 5A North Region. The number of teams/rounds varies per sport. The top 2 5A NORTH REGION teams advance to the “Final 4” 5A State Championship • 5A STATE PLAY OFF: State Semis =

#2 5A North @ #1 5A South; #2 5A South @ #1 5A North; State Finals = Winners play for 5A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

3. Go to vhsl.org to get SPECIFIC play-off information on your sport or talk directly to your coach.

JEFFERSON DISTRICT SCHOOLS TRAVEL INFO

Albemarle High School 2775 Hydraulic Road

Charlottesville, Virginia 22901 Main 434 975-9300 Athletics 434 974-4308

Jefferson District Schools: One way Driving Time:

Charlottesville High School (15 minutes) 1400 Melbourne Rd. Charlottesville, VA 22901

Fluvanna County High School (45 minutes) 1918 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. Palmyra, VA 22963

Louisa County High School (1 hour) 757 Davis Hwy. Mineral, VA 23117

Monticello High School (30 minutes) 1400 Independence Way

Charlottesville, VA 22902

Orange County High School (45 minutes) 201 Selma Rd. Orange, VA 22960

Powhatan High School (1 hour, 45 minutes) 1800 Jude’s Ferry Rd. Powhatan, VA 23139

Western Albemarle High School (30 minutes) 5941 Rockfish Gap Turnpike

Crozet, VA 22932