SD #73 Parent-Coach Athletic Meeting�Revised October 2023
Working together for a successful athletic experience !
WELCOME to�Sa-Hali Secondary ��Athletic Directors:
Mr. Jody Vosper / Mr. Dean Magierowski��Principal: Mr. Jonathan Brady
Vice Principals: Kristy Dohla & Corina Waage
West Zone President: Mary Bartucci�
Agenda
SD73 Culture of Athletics
Governing Bodies
BC School Sports (BCSS)
Okanagan Valley Athletic Association (OVSAA)
West Zone Athletics
School District #73 (supercedes BCSS in some areas)
School District #73 has an Athletic Council that oversees our athletes/teams
Student Athlete Eligibility
SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT
SCHOOL DISTRICT #73
Our commitment
As outlined in the School District’s Strategic Plan, SD #73 fosters opportunities to promote the emotional, psychological and, physical well-being for students and staff.
Aggressive, threatening or other inappropriate behaviour by team members, their families, their friends, and others while attending a game or event will not be tolerated. Positivity is contagious and can easily drown out the negativity of one unruly spectator. Focusing on having a supportive and encouraging environment can help maintain a positive atmosphere for both athletes and the other spectators.
These behaviours specifically include:
What the Athletic Department will do
SD73 asks you to:
Non-Compliance
The game will be stopped when spectators displaying inappropriate and disruptive behaviour interfere with others at the game. Any spectator identified will be brought to the attention of the coach, athletic director or school representative for the purpose of removing them. Once removed, play will resume. Violators may be subject to further disciplinary action.
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS:
Artificial Noisemakers & Air Horns (compressed air)
Artificial noisemakers or air horns using compressed air are not permitted during games. The school representative shall have the authority to eject from the facility individuals who, following a warning, refuse to comply with this requirement. Air horns will be confiscated by the school representative and held at the office for pickup.
Coaches Code of Conduct
Communicating with Coaches
No student will be denied because of financial hardship the opportunity to participate in a course or specialty academy and/or activity associated with a course or specialty academy in which they are enrolled. Please don’t wait to connect with us if payments are a concern.
Hardship Policy �ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE 506
KidSport™ is a national not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance to kids who just want to play some sports. Click the image above to learn more.
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Canadian Tire's Jumpstart charity helps make sport and play accessible to all Canadian kids – giving them the chance to get off the sidelines and get into the game. Click the image above to learn more
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Corporate Sponsorships and Donations�ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE 525
The District recognizes that positive school and business relationships can enhance the educational experience of students and contribute to high-quality education. The District wants to develop such relationships; education partnerships and corporate sponsorships offer opportunities to do so.
The Principal is in charge of approving all aspects of AP 525.
No third party (ie: GoFundMe) shall be used to raise funds for any school programs. This is in accordance with:
AP 510 - Financial Accountability and Audits – section 5
AP 511 - School Generated Funds�AP 520 - Fundraising
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Extra-Curricular Athletics Safety Guidelines�(click heading)
The primary responsibility for the care and safety of athletes rests with the School District and its employees. An important aspect in this role is recognizing the element of risk inherent in all physical activity and take action accordingly. It is important to identify all foreseeable risks and develop procedures that help minimize preventable accidents and injuries.
Risk Management
Generic Issues
Medical and Safety Considerations
Introduction to Specific Sport/Activity Procedures
- equipment, facilities, special instruction, clothing & footwear, facilities, supervision
Appendices D, E, F, G, H, I, J, L refer to various safety and medical considerations
CONCUSSIONS
Parent Forms
Forms that parents need to fill out:
Athletic Contract (required once per year). Please read through completely.
Athletic Expectations Form (required for every sport, on contract for the fall) * make note of ATTENDANCE
Low Risk Field Trip Form (required for every sport)
Volunteer Driver Form (liability insurance needs to be shown at the main office, 1 million liability needed)
You can get forms from coaches/sponsors and most of them are located on Sa-Hali’s Athletics' Website
PARENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM�Extracurricular Athletics Safety Guidelines Manual�Appendix B
It is important that parents familiarize themselves with all district and school procedures that pertain to student-athlete and parent participation in all areas of extra-curricular athletics. This signed form acknowledges that, as a parent of a student-athlete, you have read all of the procedures listed below. District level procedures can be easily accessed on our school district website (www.sd73.bc.ca), and school-specific procedures can be found on each school’s website. If you experience any difficulty accessing this information, please contact your son’s/daughter’s school for assistance.
Administrative Procedure 350 – Student Code of Conduct
Administrative Procedure 350 – Appendix C – School Codes of Conduct
Administrative Procedure 356 – Alcohol and Other Drugs
Administrative Procedure 356.1 - Appendix – Alcohol and Other Drugs – Student-Athletes
School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) Extra Curricular Safety Guidelines Handbook
SCHOOL DISTRICT #73 - KAMLOOPS - THOMPSON
EXTRA – CURRICULAR ATHLETE / PARENT CONTRACT
Contract Issued November 12, 2019
Revised October 25, 2023
In accordance with the “Extra-Curricular Athletics Safety Guidelines”
School District #73 - Administrative Procedures
NOTE: THIS FORM NEEDS TO COMPLETED ONCE PER SCHOOL YEAR, PRIOR TO PARTICIPATION IN THE STUDENT-ATHLETES FIRST SEASON OF PLAY IN THE SCHOOL YEAR. THESE FORM WILL BE KEPT WITH THE SCHOOL’S ATHLETIC DIRECTOR.
WINTER SPORTS
BASKETBALL: Boys: Gr 8, Gr 9, Jr, Sr
Girls: Gr 8, Jr, Sr
*NOTE: an ejection in a basketball game needs to be reported right away and individuals will receive a minimum one league game suspension, possibly more based on the incident
CURLING
WRESTLING
WEBSITES
Ways to help us
Be part of the solution, not the problem (impacts vs intentions).
Leave the reffing to the refs, coaching to the coaches.
Encourage positivity in stands/social media (try to be aware of what is being said / posted on social media and let us know of any issues)
Be mindful of what you say on your way to and from events in the vehicle as studies show it is one of the leading causes of athlete drop out.
Studies also show kids want to hear:
“I love watching you play.” - ( or your team)
“I am proud of you.”
If they don’t play very much, encourage/praise them for being supportive of their teammates and engaged in the game. If it is an ongoing focus, maybe an individual sport is more suited for the player.
Use Sabres or Sa-Hali when cheering instead of player names.
Encourage commitment and time management.
Be engaged. Put your cell phone away.
Enjoy the time watching the team. 1-5 years goes by fast.
KUKWSTSETSEMC
THANK YOU