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TALLWOOD STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Student Activities Coordinator: Wendy Baylor

wmbaylor@vbschools.com

Assistant Student Activities Coordinators:

Justin Goldstine Ashley Hendricks Joe Strangis Daniel Diaz

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*Includes a junior varsity program.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS

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All athletes must have a valid, completed and signed VHSL Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Physical Examination Form on file at the school prior to engaging in any conditioning program, weight training, practices, and/or competitions.

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Students who have been examined once during the period of May 1 of the current year through June 30 of the succeeding year (14 months) do not have to be examined again during that period.

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Visit the VHSL website here to find the physical form.

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY

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VHSL rules require that students are enrolled in five or more classes taken for credit toward graduation

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Also, students must have passed 5 or more classes the previous semester

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All athletes must attain at least a 2.0 GPA in courses taken the preceding semester

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Students who do not meet the GPA standard have the option to use a waiver available to them one time during their high school years

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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER

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College-bound student-athletes will need to meet a prescribed set of academic requirements while in high school in order to practice, receive athletic scholarships, and/or compete during their first year.

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All prospective collegiate student-athletes must register online to create a certification account at the NCAA Eligibility Center (https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/) .

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Visit the Beach District Athletic Manual to see all requirements for Division I and Division II participation.

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LISTEN TO A FOLLOW ALL RULES OF THE GAME AND VENUE

INSPIRE ALL PARTICIPANTS

OFFER POSITIVE FEEDBACK

NEVER ARGUE WITH COACHES AND OFFICIALS DECISIONS

SHOW RESPECT FOR OTHERS AT ALL TIMES

HOW LIONS ROAR

SPORTSMANSHIP

Participation in co-curricular activities is a privilege.

Student athletes are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that meets the highest standards at all times.

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 It is the goal of VBCPS to provide all students with opportunities to engage in athletic activities that enrich their education and further develop the core values of respect, responsibility, fairness, trust, and good citizenship.

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Expectations for the behavior of athletes, coaches, and spectators at athletic contests, practices and events can be found in the

Beach District Athletic Manual.

REFEREE SHORTAGES

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• HS athletics are suffering from a shortage of referees/officialsin a variety of sports.

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• In some cases, games have had to be postponed or contest dates have had to be changed due to this situation.

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• Please consider becoming an official to better ensure that our student-athletes are able to play the sport they love for a full season.
• You might want to invite a friend to join you.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nucUNnByMHo

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GAME ORDER

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GAME ORDER WILL CHANGE HALFWAY THROUGH THE SEASON FOR BOYS/GIRLS TEAMS

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CHECK SCHEDULES AT

• beachdistrictva.org beachdistrictva.org
• SEARCH TALLWOOD

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ATHLETIC TRAINING SERVICES

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To help minimize the risk and to manage injuries associated with participation in high school sports, each school has access to a certified athletic trainer, supplied by the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters (CHKD). An athletic trainer is not required to be present at all practices but can be available by phone.

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Yvette Moscoso

Email- Yvette.Moscoso@chkd.org

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Forrest Andrews

Email – Forrest.Andrews@chkd.org

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Meghan Antinarelli

Email-Meghan.Antinarelli@chkd.org

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CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

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The Virginia General Assembly has mandated that all student athletes, parents, and coaches follow the VBCPS Concussion Policy.

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When an athlete has been evaluated by an athletic trainer and/or physician for a concussion, the athlete will enter a graduated return to play after the athlete is completely symptom-free. Each stage is a minimum 24-hour period. The return to play progression will be a minimum of 4-5 days.

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Parents/Guardians of athletes are required to acknowledge that they have read and understand VBCPS’ Concussion in Sports Information Sheet which can be found in the Beach District Athletic Manual.

THE ImPACT PROGRAM

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VBCPS is utilizing the ImPACT Program, an innovative concussion management program for athletes involved in sports having a greater risk of head injuries. It consists of an online computerized exam that each athlete takes prior to an athletic season.

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If the athlete is believed to have suffered a concussion during participation, the exam is taken again and the data is compared to the baseline test. The results are used as one tool in making safe return-to-play decisions.

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Parents/Guardians of athletes are required to acknowledge that they have read and understand VBCPS’ ImPACT Concussion Management Program Information Sheet which can be found in the Beach District Athletic Manual.

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SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is when the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly. When this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. SCA does not just happen to adults; it takes the lives of students, too. It is the #1 cause of death for high school student athletes.

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HEAT-RELATED ILLNESS

“Heat-related illness” is a general term encompassing four specific conditions: (1) heat stroke (a medical emergency); (2) heat exhaustion; (3) heat syncope (fainting); and (4) heat cramps.

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Local monitoring of ambient temperature and humidity levels, combined with policies that limit practice duration, activity intensity, and the wearing of protective equipment during periods of high temperature and humidity levels, is critical to preventing heat-related illness and promoting student-athlete health and safety.

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Signs and symptoms include: Irrational behavior, irritability, or emotional instability; Altered consciousness; Excessive fatigue; Disorientation; Dizziness; Headache; Confusion; Nausea or vomiting; Diarrhea; Collapse; Staggering or sluggish feeling.

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ENERGY DRINKS

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Virginia High School League Rule 27-10-1(1) prohibits athletes from consuming energy drinks during participation in VHSL practices and competitions.

NUTRITION/HYDRATION

• Please be mindful of healthy nutritional habits to help your student athlete fuel their performance.
• It is imperative that student athletes stay hydrated throughout the season.

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STEROID ABUSE

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The use of the steroids won't lead to muscle growth without also leading to other unintended, undesirable side effects.

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a student who is a member of a school athletic team shall be ineligible for two years to compete in interscholastic athletics if it is determined by the school principal and division superintendent that the student used anabolic steroids during the training period immediately preceding or during the sport season of the athletic team, unless such steroid was prescribed by a licensed physician for a medical condition. (VHSL Handbook 27-15-1(9))

There are many resources available to young people to help them achieve their athletic and personal goals – resources geared specifically to athletes who want to succeed without using anabolic steroids. For more information, visit www.beachdistrictva.org.

ATHLETIC INSURANCE

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Adequate insurance coverage for an athlete is the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

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The school system purchases accident insurance for students for coverage while they are involved in interscholastic activities. No accident insurance plan is comprehensive. A child could be seriously injured resulting in sizeable medical costs for which parents are responsible.

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The school system is again offering insurance coverage without a premium cost to the parent but with a deductible of $100.00 per injury.

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More details regarding the policy brokered by Tower Financial can be found in the Beach District Athletic Manual, including plan highlights, exclusions and limitations, and the procedure for making a claim.

COMMUNICATION

• Do not approach a coach during or directly after a practice or contest.

-Email the coach the next day to set up a time to discuss concerns

-Encourage your student athlete to advocate for themselves appropriately

• Appropriate issues to discuss with the coach:
• ways to help your child improve
• concerns about your child’s behavior

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• Inappropriate issues to discuss with the coach:
• playing time
• starting positions
• team strategy
• play calling
• other athletes

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COMMUNICATION

A healthy relationship among the athlete, coach, and parent contributes greatly to a positive experience for the student athlete.

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Both athletes and parents are urged to discuss concerns, such as the student’s mental and physical well being, strategies for improving individual performance, and issues of behavior with the coach in the appropriate setting and at the appropriate time.

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Find out more about the parent/coach relationship in the

Beach District Athletic Manual.

ANTI-HARASSMENT, BULLYING, AND HATE SPEECH

POSITION STATEMENT

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The Beach District and Virginia Beach Middle School League are committed to creating inclusive athletic and activity programs that welcome all students in order to foster individual interests and develop talents and aspirations. We pledge to educate, prevent, intervene, and issue consistent consequences to combat harassment, bullying, and hate speech. By standing together against bullying, harassment, and hate speech, we uphold the values of equity, diversity, and respect that make up the cornerstone of public education.

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NOTE:

If a student-athlete is found to have engaged in any behavior that constitutes harassment, discrimination, bullying, or hate-speech, the student will be removed from the athletic team and could face additional disciplinary action. Furthermore, reinstatement to the activities program at the school will require the completion of a designated educational component addressing the issues of harassment, discrimination, bullying, and hate-speech.

HAZING

The Virginia Beach City Public Schools and the Beach District Principals Association, in an effort to promote a positive atmosphere in all student activities, has adopted an anti-hazing statement that can be found in its entirety in the Beach District Athletic Manual.

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All incidents of hazing should be reported immediately to school administrators.

SOCIAL MEDIA

The Beach District Principals Association recognizes and supports its student athletes’ and coaches’ rights to freedom of speech, expression, and association, including the use of social networks. Using these communication tools in an inappropriate manner can have negative consequences.

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Any authorized or unauthorized use in school or out of school of computer software, computer networks, telecommunication devices, information technology, and related technologies, which disrupts or interferes with the educational process in any manner is prohibited and may result in removal from the team or activity and a recommendation for expulsion.

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Refer to the Beach District Athletic Manual for a list of

prohibited behaviors and some guidelines for using

social media properly.

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EPIC VIDEO

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All incidents of hazing should be reported immediately to school administrators.

OUT-OF-SEASON PRACTICE

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The VHSL allows teams to hold practices outside the stated competitive season with certain limitations and stipulations.

Four “dead periods” are designated where no coaching, observing, or contact between a coach or player may occur.

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During out-of-season practices:

• no school vs. school competition may take place
• participants must have a valid physical form on file
• activities cannot be made mandatory or used as an evaluation tool for tryouts
• must be open to all students with a valid physical

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For a list of dead period dates and the full legislation associated with the VHSL Out-of-Season Practice Rule, refer to the Beach District Athletic Manual.

NAME-IMAGE-LIKENESS (NIL)

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Any student-athlete enrolled in a VHSL-member school, who enters into an agreement to be compensated as a result of the commercialization of the student’s name, image, or likeness, must submit a notification form to the high school’s principal within 72 hours of entering into the contract.

The notification form can be found on the VHSL website.

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Students must comply with VHSL policies regarding NIL or possibly face loss of their amateur status.

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SPORTS REQUIRING AN ADMISSION CHARGE FOR ENTRY

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*New in 2025-26

TICKETING INFO

REGULAR SEASON ADMISSION

Online

ADULTS $10.00

STUDENTS (K-12) $5.00

CHILDREN (NOT OF SCHOOL AGE) FREE

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC PASS (3 OR LESS) $71.50 EACH

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC PASS (4 OR MORE) $59.95 EACH

JV GENERAL ADMISSION $4.00

JV STUDENT $3.00

Passes are only good for regular season contests held in Virginia Beach.

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MISSION AND VISION:

Empowering student-athletes with discipline, teamwork, and accountability to cultivate a lasting sense of PRIDE.

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Empowering student-athletes with discipline, teamwork, and accountability to cultivate a lasting sense of PRIDE.

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PARENT AND STUDENT STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

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ALL ATHLETES AND PARENTS MUST COMPLETE THE STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

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BEFORE PARTICIPANTING IN ANY COMPETITION

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Whether your son or daughter wins a championship or not, the Virginia Beach City Public Schools hopes your athlete has a positive and rewarding experience through participation in sports.

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If you have questions related to your child’s involvement in interscholastic activities, please contact the student activities coordinator at your school.

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Wendy Baylor: wmbaylor@vbschools.com

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WE LOVE OUR LIONS!!

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Join your SPORTSYOU team

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TEAM BREAKOUT LOCATIONS:

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Cafeteria: Cross Country

Gym: Volleyball

Commons:Cheer

Schola: Field Hockey

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Thanks for coming! Have a safe night!

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