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WAUBONSIE VALLEYHIGH SCHOOL

ATHLETICS

Spring Parent/Athlete Meeting

March 11, 2015

Athletic DirectorChris Neibch

Contact Information

Office: (630) 375-3393

chris_neibch@ipsd.org

WVHS Athletic Department

Athletic Secretary

Pam DormanOffice: (630) 375-3668

pam_dorman@ipsd.org

**Follow Warrior Athletics on Twitter

@athleticswvhs

Asst. Athletic Director’s

Kevin Chaffeekevin_chaffee@ipsd.org

Lauren Katolauren_kato@ipsd.org

PrincipalJason Stipp

Athletic Training StaffHead Athletic Trainer

Mike Knoll, ATC

mike_knoll@ipsd.org

630.220.6303

Assistant Athletic Trainer Assistant Athletic Trainer

Kathy Powell, ATC Darlene Villalobos, ATC

kathy_powell@ipsd.org darlene_villalobos@ipsd.org

630.301.0127 630.788.2007

ImPACT Testing Immediate Post Concussion Assessment & Cognitive Testing

• Tests verbal and visual memory, reaction time, and impulse control.• All Fall athletes in collision and contact sports were tested this week.• Post Injury Test will be taken when symptom-free after exertion. Results

will be compared to the athlete’s baseline test or normative data.

Any head injury which results in symptoms is considered a Concussion.

The Concussion Checklist:Decrease blood flow to the brain by limiting screen time, thought and

physical activity.Once symptom-free, exercise for 20 minutes.Still symptom-free, Impact test is administered. ImPact Test is passed and cleared to participate in non-contact drills.The following day, still symptom-free, cleared to participate in controlled

contact drillsProgression to Full Participation

If the ImPact test is failed, rest for 3-5 days and refer the athlete to a Physician.

Team Physicians

Castle Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, S.C.

Suresh Velagapudi, M.D.• Orthopedic Surgeon

• Sports Medicine

• Special Interest in Hand Surgery

• On the sideline for all Home Football Games

Robert D. Paras, M.D.• Sports related Concussion Specialist

• Sports Medicine

Main Office 2111 Odgen Ave.

Aurora, IL 60504

630.978.3800

Injury Care Protocol

1. Report the injury to your Coach.

2. See and get evaluated by the Athletic Trainer.

3. Parent is contacted, if necessary.

4. Referral to a Physician, when appropriate.

Rest

Ice

Compression

Elevation

The injured athlete is expected to be in the athletic training room everyday for treatment until pain-free return to activity.

Expectations ofWVHS Athletes

ACADEMICS FIRST

• Eligibility

• Checked every week on Monday morning.

• Must be passing 5 classes.

• Spring eligibility

• Eligibility is based on 1st Semester grades.

• MUST have passed 5 classes.

Expectations ofWVHS Athletes

• Make and keep commitments, and follow rules of school, athletic code, and team during their high school career.

• Be coachable. Have a positive attitude.

• Be tobacco, alcohol & drug free.

• Set realistic and challenging goals.

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times, in an out of season.

• Have a good work ethic.

• Be a leader and a positive role model.

Expectations ofWVHS Parents

• Notify coaches of ANY injury or illness that our staff may not be aware of.

• Be Positive- Being on one of our high school teams is an accomplishment.

• Be Supportive- Nothing can erode teamwork faster than athletes doubting the capabilities of their coaches.

• Be a good role model- Demonstrate positive behavior and sportsmanship as a fan.

• Read, understand, discuss, and MOST OF ALL monitor the Athletic Code of Conduct.

• Attend pre-season meetings.• Learn the rules of your particular sport.• Encourage commitment and positive values

ISSUES NOT APPROPRIATE TO DISCUSS WITH COACHES

• Other athletes

• Philosophy- Play Calling

• Playing time

• Team or individual strategy.

• Do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a practice or contest.

• These surprise meetings rarely accomplish anything and do not promote resolutions. Call or ask the coach for a time to meet.

ISSUES THAT ARE APPROPRIATE TO DISCUSS WITH COACHES

• Concerns about academic eligibility.

• Concerns about behavior.

• Various ways to help son/daughter improve.

• The treatment of your son/daughter.

PROCEDURES & LINES OF COMMUNICATION TO FOLLOW

1. Communication between player and coach to resolve problems or conflicts.

2. Communication between parent and coach to resolve problems or conflicts.

3. Communication between athletic director, parents, coach, and athlete to resolve conflicts.

4. Communication between principal, athletic director, and parents to resolve conflicts.

Code of ConductSubstance Use or Possession

• Violation of the Athletic/Activities code of conduct if a student possesses, uses, distributes, or sells illegal drugs.

• In addition, if a student attends a party or gathering where alcohol or drugs are present or being consumed he/she would be violating the code of conduct.

• Voluntary Admission/1st Offense

• Student may admit to a violation only one (1) time during his/her career.

• Must occur with the first 24 hours following the rules violation.

• The student may be required to attend an education program and/or may be suspended from 1 or more contests/events.

**Voluntary admission is not applicable if authorities respond to a gathering where alcohol or drugs are present and report to school officials.**

Code of ConductSubstance Use or Possession (cont.)

1st Offense:• Suspended 40% of athletic/activity scheduled competition.

• If student completes an assessment program from a professional agency, suspension is reduced to 20%.

• During suspension, the student may practice but will NOT participate in contests/events.

• If student does not complete the suspension, the penalty will continue into the student’s next activity.

2nd Offense:• Suspended for one calendar year from participating in all school

activities.• Before reinstatement, the student must provide evidence of

completion of a required program.3rd Offense:• Student will NOT participate in a school activity for the rest of

his/her high school years until submitting substantial evidence of rehabilitation to seek reinstatement.

Code of ConductTobacco Use or Possession

1st Offense:

• Suspended 10% of scheduled contests/events.

2nd Offense:

• Suspended 20% of scheduled contest/events.

3rd Offense:

• Suspended for one calendar year from participating in all school activities.

• Before reinstatement, the student must provide evidence of completion of a required program.

4th Offense:

• Student will NOT participate in a school activity for the rest of his/her high school years until submitting substantial evidence of rehabilitation to seek reinstatement.

Code of ConductHazing/Harassment/Bullying

**Hazing includes any humiliating or dangerous activity expected of a student in order to join a group regardless of that student’s willingness to participate.**

UNACCEPTABLE AND NOT TOLERATED at WVHS!!• Students involved in this type of activity may be suspended from

athletic/activity contests/events or removed from their teams permanently.

• If a student is unsure of an appropriate behavior or practice, a building administrator can clarify.

IHSA DRUG TESTING POLICY

• Required signature on athletic registration• Random drug testing throughout the school

year.• Randomly select 12 individuals.• Test is administered during any of the 3

seasons.• WVHS has NOT been tested recently.• Athletic Department anticipates it will happen

this school year.

Waubonsie Valley High SchoolBooster Club

President

Phyllis Ellam

Congratulationson your

child making their sports team @ WVHS.

Thank you for your support…

join the

WV Athletic Booster Club!

Who are we? • Non-profit

• Volunteers

• Mission to boost, support, encourage, and aid Illinois High School Association (IHSA) student organizations at WVHS.

• Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at the school.

• All members are welcomed to attend.

• See and hear what we do, as well as voice any compliments or concerns.

BOARD of DIRECTORS & OFFICERS:

• President – Phyllis Ellam

• Vice President – Laura Campbell

• 2nd Vice President – Jill York

• 3rd Vice President/Volunteer Coordinator - Robin Church

• Past President – Dave Yonkers

• Treasurer – John O'Sullivan

• Secretary – Carolyn Guerrieri

• Directors, WarriorWear – JoAnn Roth, Mary Ellen Santoro

• Directors, Concessions – Nancy Springs, Tracey Durns

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS:

• Membership – Cindy Becker, Eve Kochman

• Fund Raising – Jill York, LeighAnn Marrs

• Golf Outing – Billy White

• Website – Cathy Kallas, Mike Luczynski

• Scholarships – Janet Eggenberger

• Pig Roast – Laura Maul

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Support the WVHS sport teams

School projects/enhancements

3 - $1000 scholarships to senior athletes

How we help…

All Teams • Baseline and Post

Injury Concussion Testing

• Ice• Hudl Subscription

Golf • Team Rain/Storm

Jackets• Apple iPad• Golf balls

Soccer• Team Warm-ups• Turf Rental

Poms• Metallic Poms• Apple iPad Mini• Minivox Sound System

Cheer• Speakers

Volleyball• Custom Net Topper

Gymnastics• Team Warm-ups

Bowling• Lane Time for State

Bowling Practice• Misc. bowling

supplies

Track• Team Jackets

Water Polo• Apple iPad

Softball• Backstop

Windscreen• Dugout

Enhancements• Pick-up Benches &

Racks

Tennis• Teaching & Ball

Carts

Football• Deluxe Speed

Stations

Athletic Department• State Sweatshirts

2014-15 Team AllocationsSwim

• Foam Rollers

• Roller Massager

Cross Country• Custom Team Tent

Wrestling

• Team Warm-ups

• Apple iPad Mini

Basketball• Team Duffle Bags

& Backpacks

• Team Warm-ups

• Portable Electronic Scoreboard

Baseball• Pitching Screens &

Batting Tees

G. Tennis – Teaching & Ball CartsG. Cross Country – Custom Team TentVolleyball – Custom ‘Net Topper’G. Golf – Team Rain/Storm Jackets

Apple iPad & Golf balls

How do we provide all this support?

Athletic Booster

Club

Memberships & Donations

Annual Golf Outing &

Dinner

(June)

Manna Gift Cards

(November & April)

Duck TossWarriors on the Run 5K

(Oct 5)

Concessions

Warrior Wearhouse

Membership Contest

• $250 – team with the highest % of membership for the season (including coaches)!

• Winners for each season (Fall, Winter & Spring)

• Registrations due 30 days after the season starts (for contest purposes)

• Paid before your end of season awards

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www.wvhsboosters.org• Membership Forms – Sign up & Pay On-Line!• Volunteer Page – Sign Up thru Volunteer Spot• Meeting Information & Minutes • Warrior Warehouse Information• Warriors on the Run 5K• Pig Roast• Golf Outing• Team Links• Board Member Contact Information• Allocation Details (send us photos of your team with

their new purchases from the Booster Club)

Thank you Spring Coordinators/Captains!

B. Water Polo – Cindy Krug

G. Water Polo – Stacey Anderson

Softball - OPEN

G. Soccer – Dan Filipek

B. Volleyball – Mary Spragg

B/G Track & Field – Julie Burke

WVHS- Athletic Pictures

Saturday, March 14, 2015

7:00 am- Softball (Fr.) & Girls Track

7:15 am- Softball (JV) & Boys Track (Varsity)

7:30 am- Softball (Varsity) & Boys Track (F/S)

7:45 am- Baseball (Varsity) & B. Volleyball (Varsity)

8:00 am- Baseball (Soph.) & B. Volleyball (JV)

8:15 am- Baseball (Fr.) & B. Volleyball (Fr.)

8:30 am- Badminton (JV2) & G. Soccer (Varsity)

8:45 am- Badminton (JV1) & G. Soccer (JV)

9:00 am- Badminton (Varsity) & G. Soccer (Fr.)

9:15 am- B. Tennis

**Please make sure your son/daughter arrive early**

Athletic Information

• WVHS Athletic Website- http://il.8to18.com/wvhs

• Athletic Announcements

• Athletic Rosters

• Game Results

• Directions to schools

• FOLLOW WAUBONSIE ATHLETICS ON TWITTER!!!

•@athleticswvhs• Cancellation information

• Varsity Updates and highlights

Upstate Eight Conference

RIVER• Batavia

• Elgin

• Geneva

• Larkin

• St. Charles East

• St. Charles North

• Streamwood

• West Chicago

VALLEY• Bartlett

• East Aurora

• Glenbard East

• Metea Valley

• Neuqua Valley

• South Elgin

• Waubonsie Valley

• West Aurora

WVHS SPRING COACHING STAFF& Breakout Sessions

• Baseball- Bryan Acevedo Main Gym

• Badminton- Terry ZettleRoom 152

• Softball- Val WoodRooms 106, 107, 108, & 123

• Girls Soccer – Julie BergstromRooms 111/113, 114, & 115

• Boys Tennis- Phil GalowAuditorium

• Boys Track- Kevin RaffertyRoom 101

• Girls Track- Dave GowingRoom 110

• Boys Volleyball- Al LaggerFaculty Cafeteria

• Boys Water Polo- Jeff DavisRoom 156

• Girls Water Polo- Diana SchillRoom 154

Thank You!

Follow Warrior Athletics on Twitter!!@athleticswvhs