NORTH HAVENHIGH SCHOOL

ATHLETICS

A tradition of good sportsmanship and competitive spirit

Tonight’s Presentation

Overview session of academic requirements

Athletic Transportation Sportsmanship expectations Athletic Injuries Important Dates Social Media Concussions

District Vision As a result of their experience in the North

Haven Public Schools, every student will acquire the skills necessary to meet the demands of the 21st Century

We believe our athletic program meets these goals and provides student athletes a diverse and comprehensive athletic opportunity.

We believe in ensuring a positive athletic experience, providing each student athlete the opportunity to develop to his or her full potential in a healthy & safe environment

Web Access www.ciacsports.com Can sign up for emails

informing of any schedule changeshttp://www.casciac.org/pdfs/ciacsportsflyer.pdf

www.north-haven.k12.ct.usClick on North Haven Public Schools Home Page

– Athletics is on district pageLinks for updated information, sports packet, forms,

scholarship opportunity, and directions to athletic contests

Frequently Asked Questions…

Social Media has reached NHHS Facebook: Parents and Athletes –

please visit (Like) the North Haven High School Athletics Facebook page

Twitter: Please follow NorthHavenAthletics@NHHSIndians the Athletic Department

Be Informed!

The school has reserved 17 pages in the student handbook. (pgs. 80 – 97)

Students: You have already signed that you have received and read this handbook…so please be sure you have

ACADEMIC AND ATHLETIC

ELIGIBILITY

Congratulations NHHS Athletes in making your TEAM!

Academic Requirements for In-Season student athletes

NHHS has a standard of academics that provides student athletes an exceptional academic experience preparing them for beyond high school.

The Expectation of NHHS is that in-season student athletes may receive no more than one (1) academic failure in the athletic season marking period.

Receiving two (2) or more failures (F’s) will unfortunately result in being removed from the team

NHHS Academic RequirementsTo be eligible to try-out for a sport…

Can receive no more than one (1) failure “F” in the preceding marking period.

Ex: If a student receive 2 Failures in April (Term 3) – They will not be able to complete their Spring sport

Eligibility for fall athletes grades 10, 11, and 12 is based on final grades from the previous Academic year

Any In-season athlete receiving one (1) failing grade…

Placed on two-week probationary period. The student may continue to participate with team.

Two week period to assess the progress of the student athlete.

After the two week probationary period, athlete will either be declared eligible or removed from athletic competition for an additional period of two weeks to further assess eligible for remainder of the marking period.

“How do I get assistance…” There are many steps in place for student

athletes to have success. Playing a sport and being held

accountable to coaches and teammates is a learning experience for many new athletes.

It is important for you to communicate your academic problems with your coaches / teachers / counselor in order to maintain your status

Checkpoint Status at Midpoint Coaches are given reports on the academic

progress of their student athletes for proactive reasons. They can assist athletes in getting the needed help and act as liaison to their teachers

Guidance Counselors are notified of failing students and will set up an academic improvement plan with the student.

Athletes are ALWAYS encouraged to speak with their counselor at anytime.

Don’t let it get too late…

Outside Participation (In season)

Athletes are NOT allowed to play or practice with an outside team in the same sport while a member of the school team after the first scheduled game in any season. (Grades 9 - 12)

If you do, the athlete has made themselves ineligible for that entire season. Any high school game played in by that ineligible athlete will be constituted as a forfeit.

CIAC approved exceptions: Individual sport athletes must obtain written approval from Athletic Director (Winter: Swim / Gym / Track)

Does NOT apply to Non-CIAC sports (Girls Ice Hockey, Rifle, Cheerleading, Fencing). Please obtain permission directly from coaching staff.

CIAC Changes to outside participation As designated through CIAC,

participation in college auditions, and student clinics is permissible under certain conditions.

ALWAYS consult with Athletic Director for clarification well in advance of the date of the audition / clinic

School / Athletic Attendance Athletes are expected to attend all classes daily In order to participate in a practice or contest,

the athlete MUST attend a minimum of two (2) instructional blocks. Study halls are not considered instructional blocksIf student is absent from school, they are NOT eligible to

participate in any athletic event

Athletes should expect practice / games during vacation periods & days off from school.

Please schedule vacations / college visits around your season’s athletic commitment.

TRAVEL TO AND FROM…

Travel All athletes must travel to and from athletic

contests in transportation provide by the athletic department and remain with the team and under the supervision of the coaching staff

Athletes who miss the bus WILL NOT be allowed to participate in that contest unless extenuating circumstance with coaches approval

Parents will not be allowed to transport athletes unless prior approval is granted by the Athletic Director twenty four (48) hours prior.

Students CANNOT under any circumstances transport themselves to an athletic contest

Transportation Form

Located on North Haven Public Schools District website

Athletic Transportation form Used when conflict arises and you may need to

transport your child TO an athletic eventIf leaving an athletic event early, a written note

as before is sufficient

MUST be submitted 48 hours prior to date of occurrence.

SPORTSMANSHIP AND BEHAVIOR

Athletic Code of Conduct (Pg 78) Participation in athletics is a privilege that

entails responsibilities and adherence to a standard of conduct on and off school grounds

A Signed Code of Ethics is part of your Sports Packet. Again…be aware of what you have signed. NHHS expectations are stated

Make good decisions; representing yourself, your family, your team, and your school

Social Media

SCC Spectator Expectations Respect decisions made by the contest

officials. They are human and do make mistakes!

Please cheer and support your team, please do not taunt or “boo” the other team.

Enjoy your child’s game and support them, please do not try to coach them.

Lets model the behavior set forth in the athletes behavioral expectation!

Social Media Outlets

Social Media thoughts and info

It is believed that most teens may only know 30% of their twitter followers. That’s over 70% strangers following

Disclaimers can change weekly / monthly. Please stay updated on these for your purposes.

Best / Worst Thing about Social Media

Best: You can reach a lot of people all at once and everybody sees what you are posting

Worst: You can reach a lot of people all at once and everybody sees what you are posting

Social Media Thoughts from SCC Captains Council earlier this year.

1. Don’t post emotionally – usually make bad decisions

2. Take pride in what you represent

3. Retweeting is same as tweeting

4. Text or phone call – hold a regular conversation

In the end, YOU need to make good decisions

ATHLETIC INJURIES

Stacy Pouliot

Licensed Athletic Trainer

INJURY All injuries must be reported to the Coach / Athletic

Trainer immediately The coach and the athlete must complete a

“Report of Interscholastic Accident” within two days of the injury, submitted to Nurse (Mary Polouotto)

ALL injured athletes seen by a physician MUST return a physician’s clearance to the School Nurse prior to returning to their sports / team.

All Concussed athletes MUST perform a gradual return to competition protocol with our ATC

Athletic Trainer: Stacy PouliotSee posted schedule on Training Room.

Medical Information reminders

A new sports packet is required EACH school year

Please remember to bring medically assistive devices – epipens, inhalers, etc.

When updating Sports Packet and Medical Forms…Please remember to fill out forms completely, proper

signatures, and submit to Nurses’ office When turning in an updated physical, please write your

son/daughter’s sport on it.

Concussions

Facts About Concussion A concussion is the immediate and transient

alteration of neurological function in the brain caused by mechanical acceleration and deceleration forces

Pursuant of Public Act No 14-66 An Act Concerning Student Athletes and Concussions – all of you will receive and be asked to sign a concussion consent form

Many concussions are unreported because the person does not recognize that he or she has a concussion

Concussion ManagementImPACT ImPACT is a computer-based concussion management

system implemented in November 2007. A baseline test is administered once in high school

career If your child is thought to have received a concussion

they will be administered a post injury test to be compared with their baseline test

This information can be taken with your child to his/her physician

Upon Physician’s medical clearance and a satisfactory ImPACT post injury test – the athlete will begin a five day return to play criteria of functional testing.

Signs of Concussion may include(will be visible to others) Confusion / Disorientation / Irritability Trouble resting / getting comfortable Lack of concentration Slow response / memory problems Act silly / combative / aggressive

For a full listing, please visit the NHHS Athletic website for a copy of the consent form

Symptoms of Concussion may include (what the athlete reports)

Headache or dizziness Nausea or vomiting Blurred or double vision Oversensitivity to sound / light / touch Ringing in the ears Feeling “foggy” or “groggy”

“What do I do?” …if a concussion is suspected?

If an athlete is suspected of having a concussion, he or she must be immediately removed from athletic activity.

Seek medical attention from a healthcare professional trained in management of concussions (Physicians, Licensed Athletic Trainers, etc.)

Continuing to play / work out when experiencing symptoms can lead to worsening symptoms, increased risk of further injury, or even death.

Once I have been cleared by a Physician and an ImPACT test…

Begin a 5 day return to play criteria…Day 1: Light aerobic activity Day 2: Moderate aerobic activity – no equipmentDay 3: Non-contact training drillsDay 4: Full contact practice / trainiigDay 5: Game play

If symptoms occur at any step, activity should cease and the athlete will be re-evaluated.

OTHER INFORMATION…

Please save the date! Girls’ Sports Banquet:

Monday June 8th at 6:00pm at Fantasia Banquet Facility

Boys’ Sports Banquet:Thursday June 5th at 6:30pm at Zandri’s Stillwood

Inn. Tomahawk Club and Indian Booster Club will

be in contact with sports captains to distribute information and ticket information