Kaiac Constitution & By-laws 2014-15

KAIAC Korean-American Interscholastic

Activities Conference

CONSTITUTION

2014-2015 Edition

Mission Statement KAIAC provides a well-rounded

program of interscholastic activities for its member

schools.

Serving the DoDDS and the International Schools of the Republic of Korea

for over 40 years

2010-2015 1995-2007

The KAIAC logo was officially adopted in 1986. That year the conference held a design contest with all the KAIAC schools encouraged to submit designs. A joint design submitted by a KCA (later TCIS) student and teacher was selected. The design has essentially remained the same with addition of the mascot names and the new schools entering the conference. In 2007, a new logo (top left) was adopted that dropped the school initials and mascots because of the large number of new schools entering the conference that crowded the logo and annually required a design revision.

The logo initials KAIAC represent Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference and is sometimes pronounced kī-ăck, like the boat used to transverse rapids. The “Since 1972” represents the year the conference was formed. The design includes the silhouette of the Republic of Korea with stars indicating the major cities where KAIAC schools were initially located, Seoul, Uijeongbu, Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan. The circle design is used to represent the conference’s unique partnership of DoDDS and international schools, which is also represented by the two stars in the outer circle.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Constitution………………………………………………………... Pages 6-13

Name of Organization………………………………………….... Page 6 Purpose & Definition of the Organization………………...…. Page 6 Membership………………………………………………...…….. Pages 6-7 Governance…………………………………………………...…… Pages 7-10

Council of Heads-of-Schools………………………...… Pages 7-9 Governing Board……………………………………...….. Pages 9-10

Officers………………………………………………………...…... Page 11 Finances………………………………………………………...…. Page 12 Liability…………………………………………………………...... Page 12 Amendments…………………………………………………….... Page 13 Ratification……………………………………………………….... Page 13

By-Laws……………………………………………………………… Pages 14-82

Purpose and Procedures for Amending By-Laws………...…Page 15 KAIAC Member Schools……………………………………….... Page 15 KAIAC General Athletic Procedures, Rules,

& Regulations………………... Pages 15-32 Purpose……………………………………………………. Page 15 Applicability……………………………………………….. Page 15 Eligibility Rules………………………………………….… Pages 15-17 General Athletic Guidelines……………………………... Pages 17-19 Commissioners, Tournament Directors, and

Score Reporting…………. Page 19 Referees, Officials, & Scorer’s Table……………….…. Pages 19-20 Protests………………………………………………….... Page 20 Regular Season Conference Competition Procedures. Pages 20-21 Tournament Competition Procedures………………….. Pages 21-23 Facilities– Fields, Pitches, & Courts……………………. Page 23 Safety Procedures…………………………………….….. Pages 23-25 Awards—Individual & Team………………………….…. Pages 25-32 KAIAC Web Site……………………………………….…. 2

KAIAC Specific Athletic Procedures, Rules, & Regulations..Pages 33-58 KAIAC Seasonal Sport Schedule…………………………….... Page 33

Volleyball………………………………………………….. Pages 33-35 Cross-Country……………………………………………. Pages 35-39 Tennis…………………………………………….……….. Pages 39-41 Basketball………………………………………….……… Pages 41-44 Cheerleading……………………………………….…….. Pages 44-50 Soccer……………………………………………….…….. Pages 51-54 Swimming…………………………………………….…… Pages 55-58 Wresting, American Football, Softball, & Baseball….... Page 58

KAIAC Instrumental & Choral Music Festivals………...…… Page 59-67

KAIAC Forensics Speech and Debate Competitions…...…. Pages 68-82

Middle School By-Laws……………………………..…………. Pages 83-89

Appendix I -Sample Sports Commissioner’s End-of-Season Report End-of-Season Report………….….. Pages 90-91

Appendix II -Sample Cheerleading Competition Forms…..…. Pages 92-93

KAIAC CONSTITUTION

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KOREAN-AMERICAN INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE

CONSTITUTION

Article I Name of Organization

The name of the organization shall be the Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference or KAIAC.

Article II Purpose and Definition of the Organization

1. The purpose or mission of KAIAC is to provide a well-rounded program of interscholastic activities for its member schools.

2. KAIAC is a non-profit unincorporated organization that qualified schools voluntarily enter into membership. Member schools will abide by the due process rulings of the governing board and/or council with the possibility of appeal to either or both bodies.

3. This constitution is to provide the framework and regulations by which KAIAC operates.

Article III Membership

1. Schools seeking membership must be a DoDDS or an international school that is registered as such by the Korean Ministry of Education and is accredited or is pursuing accreditation by an established organization such as WASC, NCA, CIS, or ACSI. The spirit of the conference is that member schools must either be a DoDDS or an international school.

2. The final determination of whether a school meets KAIAC membership criteria shall be made by the Heads of School and will include consideration of the following factors:

a. Percentage of foreign students b. Percentage of foreign teachers c. English or international curriculum and standards d. Accreditation status e. Post secondary placement of students f. Designation from the Ministry of Education 3. In order for a school to maintain membership in KAIAC, the school must

fully participate during the school calendar year in the regular season and end-of-season tournaments in the following six varsity team athletic sports: varsity boys‘ and girls‘ volleyball; varsity boys‘ and girls‘ basketball; and varsity boys‘ and girls‘ soccer. Failure to maintain this participation could result in the school being place on a “probationary status” for one year. Un-foreseen causes will be taken into consideration. Reinstatement to full membership will be determined at the May meeting. A school‘s participation should not be limited to these six sports. Schools should make every effort to participate in all or as many other KAIAC sponsored activities as possible, including: junior- varsity girls‘ volleyball; junior-varsity boys‘ and girls‘ basketball; varsity swimming; varsity and open cross-country; forensics and the music festivals in orchestra, band, and choir.

4. Schools desiring to enter or join the conference must first, petition KAIAC for probationary status and must be approved by a minimum of 2/3 of the

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member schools. This petition must be made at or before the January meeting to be voted on at that time. The Board’s recommendation will be passed on to the Council of Heads-of-Schools to be approved in March. Second, the new school must demonstrate for one (1) year that it is capable of maintaining its participation in the six varsity team sports outlined in paragraph

5. Failure to maintain this participation, could result in the school losing its “probationary status” or having another year added to this status. During the year of “ probationary status,” the school will be permitted to participate in the regular season and tournaments and will be eligible for all-conference, all-tournament, special and scholar-athlete awards. They are also invited to participate in the music festivals and forensic competitions. During the “probationary status,” the new school will be required to pay dues using the formula of member schools in Article VI; Section I of this constitution. During the year of probationary status, the school should attend all KAIAC Governing Board meetings but will not have a vote. In May at the end of the new school‘s one year probationary status, full membership may be granted with the approval of 2/3 of all schools. A school may voluntarily elect to remain on probationary status for more than one year.

Article IV Governance

Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference or KAIAC will be operated by a two-tier governance structure consisting of a Council of Heads-of-Schools/Superintendents and a Governing Board of two representatives from each member school, normally the principal and the athletic director or activities director.

Council of Heads-of-Schools Section I—Representation The Council will consist of the Head-of-School from each member school. Although the Head-of-School may designate alternates to represent him/her, the head of school/superintendent is strongly encouraged to attend these meetings.

Section II—Operation 1. Meetings

Meetings shall be held two times during the school year (normally August and May) with a third meeting, if possible, in March. Additional meetings maybe called on the formal request of a majority of the member schools. The presiding facilitating head-of-school will notify the member school heads no less than seven (7) calendar days prior to each meeting.

2. Quorum The presence of representatives from at least 60% of member schools at any called or regularly scheduled meeting of the Council of Heads-of-School shall constitute a quorum sufficient for transacting any business for KAIAC.

3. Voting a. In general, the council will operate by consensus. b. In the event that a vote is required, each member school has one (1) vote. c. In the event that a vote is required, a motion will be passed by a simple

majority with the exception of new applicant schools, annual budget, and amendments to the constitution.

4. Duties a. The council will determine whether applicant schools will be granted

membership into KAIAC. Applicant schools will be granted membership if 2/3 of those member schools represented at the meeting approve.

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b. The council has final authority over the granting of candidacy status to prospective schools, and will consider schools recommended by the governing board or schools who appeal a decision by the governing board.

c. The council will vote on recommendations from the governing board regarding any expansion and/or division of the conference. The council may direct the governing board to address any issues of concern to the council, and the council may make changes if the governing board fails to adequately address the issues.

d. The annual budget is submitted to the council by the governing board for review, revision, and final approval. This includes changing dues or the formula for determining such fees. Budget approval requires a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all member schools present.

e. The governing board submits to the council its recommendations for the expansion of KAIAC activities or programs. These recommendations must be approved by 2/3 of the member schools present. The council may direct the governing board to address any issues of concern to the council, and the council may make changes if the governing board fails to adequately address the issues.

f. The council will consider recommendations from the governing board for amendments to the constitution. In addition, the council may propose constitutional changes but will not implement changes without an opportunity for review and recommendation from the governing board prior to taking action. Approval requires a 2/3 approval vote of all member schools present.

g. Once per year, usually at its May meeting, the council shall review the actions taken by the governing board during that school year.

h. The council will vote on the granting of a leave of absence or dissolving the membership of a school that can no longer maintain its participation in the conference by a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all members present.

5. Facilitator a. The council shall have no officers, but at its May meeting will appoint a

facilitator for the following school year. b. The facilitator will serve for one year. This role will normally rotate among the

heads/superintendents of member schools. The sites of council meetings will normally follow the rotation of sites of the governing board meetings, but will be decided upon by the facilitator in consultation with the other heads-of-schools.

c. The facilitator‘s role will be to inform heads of meeting dates and locations and to convene and facilitate council meetings. He or she will have no addition powers or duties.

d. The facilitator shall designate a member to serve in the role of acting secretary. This individual will be responsible for taking minutes of the council meetings and assisting the facilitator in their distribution.

6. Dissolution The conference may be abolished by a minimum of a 90% approval vote of all member schools. All remaining funds in the treasury will be divided among member schools on the following basis: a. If the treasury has sufficient funds the current year, student fees shall

be returned as collected. Any remaining monies will be equally divided among the schools.

b. If the treasury does not have sufficient funds to disburse as identified at

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the time of dissolution, then any remaining funds will be apportioned on the basis of the percent contribution to the treasury in the current year by the member school.

c. KAIAC outstanding debts will be paid proportionally by member schools. The proportion will be determined on the basis of the percent of the total dues each school contributed that year.

Governance Governing Board

Section I—Representation The Governing Board will consist of two representatives from each member school composed of the principal and the athletic director or activities director. The principal may designate alternates to represent his/her school at official board meetings. The Governing Board may also be simply referred to as “the Board.”

Section II—Operation 1. Meetings

a. Meetings shall be held a minimum of five times during the school year (once each in August, November, January, March and May).

b. The President must notify the member school principals and athletic directors no less than seven (7) calendar days prior to each meeting.

c. Additional meetings may be called by the President at his/her discretion or on the formal request of 60% of the member schools.

2. Quorum The presence of representatives from at least 60% of member schools, at any called or regularly scheduled meeting of the conference governing board, shall constitute a quorum sufficient for transacting any business for KAIAC. If all member schools are not present and a major voting issue is discussed, the missing school(s) will be consulted by telephone or e-mail before the final vote is taken.

Section II—Operation 3. Voting

a. Each school represented at the board meeting will have a maximum of one vote. b. No individual may cast more than one (1) vote on any single issue. c. The President of the governing board will vote only in the case of a tie.

Because of this provision, the school which provides the President should send three people so that two may represent their school.

4. Duties a. The board will create and approve the scheduling of KAIAC sponsored athletic

contests, athletic tournaments, vocal and instrumental festivals, forensics contests, and any other sponsored interscholastic events. The specifics of these tasks may be delegated to a committee or sub-committee, which will report to the governing board for final approval.

b. The board will create and approve the format and procedures for KAIAC sponsored athletic contests, athletic tournaments, vocal and instrumental festivals, forensics contests, and any other sponsored interscholastic events. The specifics of these tasks may be delegated to a committee or sub-committee which will report to the governing board for final approval.

c. The board shall serve as a clearinghouse of information on other scheduled interscholastic events within the conference including, but not limited to Model

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Article IV: Governance/Governing Board (Continued) United Nations, DoDDS Far East Tournaments, invitational tournaments, Asia Pacific Activities Conference (APAC) Tournaments/Festivals, Korean Council of Overseas Schools (KORCOS) Conference, etc.

d. The board shall submit recommendations to the KAIAC Council for final approval of new interscholastic activity opportunities within the conference.

e. The board shall approve the criteria and procedures for individual student, coach/sponsor and team all-conference and all-tournament awards.

f. The board will vote on constitutional and by-law amendments which require a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all members present. Any amendment to be voted on must be circulated in writing to all member schools not less then 30 days in advance of the date of voting. Amendments approved by the governing board will be submitted to the KAIAC Council for review and consideration. Approval by the council is required for proposed constitutional amendments to be enacted. The recommended constitutional amendments should be approved by the Governing Board at its March meeting and forwarded to the Council in order for them to be considered for approval at the May meeting.

g. The board will vote to grant provisional “candidate status” to new schools wishing to join the conference by a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all member schools present. Schools approved by the board for membership will be submitted to the council for final consideration. This granting of “candidate status” must be made at or before the January meeting to be voted on at that time. The Board’s recommendation will be passed on to the Council of Heads-of-Schools to be approved in March.

h. The board will develop an annual budget to be approved by the KAIAC Council. The recommended budget to be sent to the Council requires a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all members present. The recommended budget for the following school year should be approved by the Governing Board at its March meeting so it may be forwarded on to the Council for consideration and final approval at the May meeting.

i. The board holds ultimate authority in determining eligibility to participate in interscholastic activities. The President of KAIAC may request member school(s) to provide eligibility documentation for participating students (i.e. grade point average-G.P.A.) or school generated assessment tool(s), special student assessment tool(s), suspension and attendance records, or the number of semesters of participation in athletics).

j. The board will determine whether a member school has violated rules established under this constitution. Such violations may result in forfeiture of a league or tournament title or any other honor. A flagrant violation may result in suspension of that school from participation in that activity or all activities for the balance of, or a part of, the school year.

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Article V

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Officers Section I—Term and Nomination The conference Governing Board shall elect a president, secretary, treasurer, and historian (one each for Blue, Red and White Divisions) from within the board. An election will be held each year at the May meeting. The term of office extends from 1 June through 31 May. Nominations for elected positions shall be submitted to the conference President before the May meeting.

Section II—Officers’ Duties 1. President

a. Preside at all conference governing board meetings. b. Direct the conference governing board so that the provisions of the constitution

are carried out. c. Serve as a voting member in the case of a tie vote. d. Serve as a voting member of the protest committee. e. Prepare and inform all conference board members of proposals and agenda

items for all meetings. f. Shall prepare an annual budget with the assistance of the treasurer. g. Communicate on a regular basis with board members on important or special

issues. h. Oversees the construction and dissemination of the conference schedules.

2. Secretary a. Record and distribute within ten (10) school days minutes of all conference

board or special meetings. b. Carry on KAIAC correspondence and maintain records of correspondence for

KAIAC files. c. Assist the KAIAC Historian in maintaining a history of KAIAC including

individual all-conference and all-tournament awards and team standings. d. Serve as a voting member.

3. Treasurer a. Collect and maintain an accounting of yearly dues. b. Account for conference board funds through the use of a prepared financial

statement and standard accounting procedures. Prepare a financial statement that be will available to the school representatives at each board meeting.

c. Order and coordinate the distribution of all conference provided awards, scorebooks, rule books, and other such supplies.

d. Shall assist the President in preparing an annual budget. e. Assist in any audits as required by Article IV and Article VI of the

KAIAC Constitution. f. Serve as a voting member.

4. Historian a. Collect and maintain an electronic record of each sports‘:

i. Regular season and tournament team finishes and records. ii. Individual all-conference, all-tournament, and special awards.

iii. Scholar-Athletes, Sportsmanship and Coach-of-the Year awards. b. Shall receive from each sport‘s commissioner a timely report of all regular

season and tournament records and awards. c. Serve as a voting school representative member only.

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Article VI

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Section I—Dues/Fees Finances

Each member school shall pay a tournament fee and annual dues which consists of a flat fee plus an additional amount per student enrolled in grades 6-12 as of September 15 of that school year. The tournament fee, flat fee, and amount per student will be determined at the May governing board meeting and will be based upon an approved budget. “Probationary status” schools will also be required to pay all dues and fees. Fees are payable to the KAIAC treasurer by November 1st of each school year. Dues shall be used to purchase scorebooks, rule books, team and individual awards, fine arts guest conductor honorariums, printing fees for constitutions, web site fee, and other supplies. The tournament fees shall pay for referees‘ officiating costs at the three varsity team sports tournaments held in each of the two divisions.

Section II—Annual Budget The KAIAC Governing Board President, with the assistance of the KAIAC Treasurer, will submit a proposed annual budget for the following school year by the March meeting. The board will review and endorse the annual budget, which will be submitted to the KAIAC Council for review and consideration for approval. This budget will include tournament fees and any changing to the dues or the formula for determining such fees. Budget approval requires a minimum of a 2/3 approval vote of all member schools present.

Section III—Audits Audits will be performed upon dissolution; when loss, theft, or mismanagement occurs; or as directed by the conference board. Audits will also be performed upon a change of treasurer.

Section IV—Dissolution The conference governing board may be abolished by a minimum of a 90% approval vote of all of its members. All remaining funds in the treasury will be divided among member schools on the following basis: 1. If the treasury has sufficient funds the current year, student fees shall be

returned as collected. Any remaining monies will be equally divided among the schools.

2. If the treasury does not have sufficient funds to disburse as identified at the time of dissolution, then any remaining funds will be apportioned on the basis of the percent contribution to the treasury in the current year by the member school.

3. KAIAC outstanding debts will be paid proportionally by member schools. The proportion will be determined on the basis of the percent of the total dues each school has contributed that year.

Article VII Liability

KAIAC is a non-profit unincorporated organization that qualified schools voluntarily enter into membership to provide a program of interscholastic activities for their students. Because of this status, KAIAC and its members cannot be held liable by individuals, school(s), businesses, or other organizations. KAIAC schools should make all efforts to inform its constituency that it cannot be held liable for such things as medical injuries; schedule changes; or official rulings. Member schools must carry medical and liability insurance to cover their students participation in KAIAC activities with the exception of DoDDs schools, who have agreed to provide the standard level of care for anyone that is on the military installation.

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Article VIII

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Amendments

This KAIAC Constitution and/or By-Laws may be amended at the annual May Council meeting with a 2/3 vote of members attending. Those amendments will become effective the following school year beginning in August. Any amendment to be voted on must be circulated in writing to all member schools not less then 30 days in advance of the date of voting.

Article IX Ratification

This constitution shall become effective upon approval of 100% of the conference governing board. An authorized signature, preferably the high school principal, from each member school will be required in August of each school year.

SAMPLE RATIFICATION LETTER

KOREAN-AMERICAN INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES CONFERENCE

CONSTITUTIONAL RATIFICATION

Date:

The undersigned member school hereby agrees to abide by the KAIAC Constitution and By-Laws.

KAIAC is a non-profit unincorporated organization that

qualified schools voluntarily enter into membership.

Member schools agree to abide by the due process rulings of the governing board with the possibility of appeal.

Representative Signature

KAIAC Member School’s Name

KAIAC Korean-American Interscholastic

Activities Conference

BY-LAWS Athletics, Fine Arts

& Middle School

2014-2015 Edition

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Section I—Purpose

Article X By-Laws

These By-Laws are established in order to define the specific rules and guidelines that will govern KAIAC sponsored athletic and fine arts activities. No By-Law may contravene any Article of the KAIAC Constitution, but may alter a governing body of rules (i.e. FIFA). Section II—Procedures for Amending By-Laws By-Laws shall be added or amended by a 2/3 vote of the governing board members. Section III—KAIAC Member Schools A. The member schools include the DoDDS: Daegu High School; Humphreys High School; Osan American

School; and Seoul American School

International Schools: Asia Pacific International School; Centennial Christian School; Chadwick International; Dwight School Seoul; Gyeonggi Suwon International School; Pyongtaek International Christian School; International Christian School-Uijongbu; Korea International School; Korea Kent Foreign School; Seoul Foreign School; Seoul International School; Taejon Christian International School; and Yongsan International School of Seoul. See contact details pg 94.

B. The member schools will be divided into three divisions (2013-2014): Blue Division Red Division White Division Daegu High School Asia Pacific International School Dwight School Seoul Humphreys High School Chadwick International International Christian School-Uijeongbu Osan American School Gyeonggi Suwon International School Korea Kent Foreign School Seoul American School Korea International School Pyeongtaek International Christian School Seoul Foreign School Seoul International School Taejon Christian International School Yongsan International School-Seoul

Section IV—KAIAC General Athletic Procedures, Rules, and Regulations A. Purpose

To provide procedures, rules and regulations governing the Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference athletic competitions and activities that will achieve the recognized educational objectives, promote the traditions of international sportsmanship and provide enjoyable programs for all participants, spectators, and supporters.

B. Applicability 1. Will apply to all student-athletes, coaches, officials, and programs of member

schools that participate in the KAIAC sponsored interscholastic athletic competitions and activities.

2. Will apply to those individual member schools that chose to schedule non- conference competitions and to other schools invited to participate in special events. Exceptions are granted without KAIAC board approval to member schools that compete with Korean or other international schools where rules may vary, but are mutually agreed upon.

C. Eligibility Rules Governing Participation in KAIAC Athletic Activities These eligibility rules are considered minimum requirements. Member schools may set higher standards but must meet the minimum KAIAC requirements. 1. The overall intent of KAIAC programs is that they are meant for high school (9th- 12th

grade) students (with the exception of the music and forensics programs). All KAIAC schools should have as their goal to achieve a totally high school program as soon as they are able.

2. Seventh and eighth grade students‘ eligibility to play varsity and junior-varsity will be determined by one of the following: a) Seventh and eighth grade students from “Small Schools” are eligible to play

varsity and junior-varsity competition. The names of the middle school students who will be participating in any KAIAC Blue, Red or White Division activities must be submitted to the Governing Board and the Blue, Red or White Division athletic directors prior to the beginning of that athletic season. (See D#2, for definition of “Large and Small Schools”)

b) Seventh and eighth grade students from “Large Schools” are not eligible for varsity and junior varsity athletic competitions. (See D#2, for definition of “Large and Small Schools”)

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C. Eligibility Rules Governing Participation in KAIAC Athletic Activities (Continued)

2c) Seventh and eighth grade students from “Large Schools” may be granted a waiver to the ineligibility rule under the following circumstances: i) There is not sufficient enrollment of 9th –12th grade students in the school to

field a team. ii) The school does not have a middle school program in which the student could

participate. d) Prior to the beginning of that athletic season, “Large Schools” must officially

request a waiver to the seventh and eighth grade ineligibility rule and then submit the names of middle school students who will be participating in any KAIAC Blue Division athletic programs to the Governing Board and Blue Division athletic directors.

3. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to compete in cross-country open runs.

4. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to participate in the forensics competitions.

5. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to participate in the music festivals.

6. Any KAIAC member school may bring a student eligibility or request for exception to policy to the KAIAC Governing Board. The Governing Board will review these eligibility issues on a case-by-case basis.

7. A Students is considered eligible, if he/she: 1) Is adjudged academically eligible and physically fit by a member school‘s

principal and coach/sponsor. 2) Has parental/guardian authorization to participate in the activity. 3) Is a high school student (9th-12th grade). (Exceptions see paragraphs C2-5) (4) 4) Is considered as a full-time student who is fully enrolled in a member school.

An exception can be made for KAIAC Board identified Home-Schooled students. (See paragraph C13)

5) Has passed a regular physical exam within the 12 months prior to the start of the athletic season.

6) Has not completed eight consecutive school semesters after entrance into the ninth grade.

7) Is an eligible seventh and eighth grade student who has not participated as a seventh and eighth grade student for more than four consecutive semesters.

8) Is not a sixth grade or below student. 9) Has not reached his/her 19th birthday prior to September 1st. If this is the

case, he/she will remain eligible for the remainder of the year. 10) Has not graduated from a U.S. or internationally-based four-year high school. 11) Has not lost amateur athletic standing in the sport which he/she is competing. 12) Has a grade point average that does not fall below 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Once the

GPA returns to above a 2.0, they are again eligible. For schools without a 4.0 grading scale, the standard for judging eligibility for the school in question will be presented to the Council for approval. Clarifying Information:

a. The determination of academic eligibility may be adapted by each school‘s indi-vidual grading system and scale; however, it is understood that students must meet the minimum KAIAC requirements.

b. If a special needs student‘s average falls below a 2.0 GPA, that school‘s administration in conjunction with the coach, athletic director, or sponsor shall review his/her case and make the final determination for eligibility. Special needs students are those students who qualify for an IEP or intervention.

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C. Eligibility Rules Governing Participation in KAIAC Athletic Activities (Continued)

c. At the beginning of the first quarter of each academic year, all students are considered academically eligible.

(13) Is determined by a member school to fulfilled its requirements for Home- Schooled Student Eligibility. Following this determination of eligibility, a home-schooled student may participate in KAIAC activities upon officially informing the KAIAC Governing Board.

D. General Athletic Guidelines 1. KAIAC athletic competition will be divided into three divisions: Blue Division, Red

Division, and White Division for boys‘ and girls‘ volleyball, basketball, and soccer. There will be one division for athletic competition in tennis, cross-country, and swimming and also one division for fine arts in band, orchestra, choir, and forensics. Any changes to divisional membership will be proposed and voted upon by no later than the March Governing Board meeting to be acted upon for a final determination by the Council in their May meeting. Changes to divisional membership will be determined utilizing the following method:

a. Each school will receive points for their placement in each of the major sports (volleyball, basketball, soccer) for the regular season as well as the tournament. For example, Blue Division winner of the regular season in boys volleyball will receive 7 points, 2nd place will receive 6 points, etc.

b. The team from a lower division with the most points will be eligible to move to the next division up. If there is a tie, head to head matches will be the tie-breaker.

c. The team from a higher division with the fewest points will be eligible to move to the lower division.

d. The ADs of both schools must agree for the movement between divisions to occur. In case of one of the two schools not wishing to change divisions, the issue will be submitted to the Heads of School for resolution. Any changes to divisional membership must be finalized by the Heads Council.

2. The KAIAC conference differentiates between “Large Schools” and “Small Schools” for eligibility issues. A “Large School” is defined as one having a high school division with an enrollment of 300 or greater. A “Small School” is defined as one having a high school division with an enrollment of less than 300.

3. At the beginning of a sport‘s season, a team should hold a minimum of 10 practice days for the purpose of conditioning and the safety of the student-athlete. A maximum of 18 practice days, which includes try-outs and conditioning, are authorized prior to the first conference game. a. Athletic practices are defined as “instructional sessions with a school

designated adult coach.” b. “Out of season” interscholastic play and athletic practices are not permitted. c. Any school involved in a tournament that is part of an established international

league will be allowed three weeks of practice prior to the tournament to prepare for the tournament. Schools doing so must declare this information to all member schools.

4. Seniors are not eligible for junior varsity competition. 5. Seventh to eighth grade eligibility to play varsity and junior varsity athletics will

be determined by one of the following: a. Seventh and eighth grade students from “Small Schools” are eligible to play varsity

and junior-varsity competition. The names of the middle school students who will be participating in any KAIAC Division I and II activities must be submitted to the Governing Board and the Division I and II athletic directors prior to the beginning

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of that athletic season. (See D#2, for definition of “Large and Small Schools”) b. Seventh and eighth grade students from “Large Schools” are not eligible for varsity

and junior varsity athletic competitions. (See D#2, for definition of “ Large and Small Schools”)

c. Seventh and eighth grade students from “Large Schools” may be granted a waiver to the ineligibility rule, if both of the following are true: i) There is not sufficient enrollment of 9th –12th grade students in the school to

field a team. ii) The school does not have a middle school program in which the student could

participate. d. Prior to the beginning of that athletic season, “Large Schools” must officially

request a waiver to the seventh and eighth grade ineligibility rule and then submit the names of middle school students who will be participating in any KAIAC Division I athletic programs to the Governing Board and Division I athletic directors.

6. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to compete in cross-country “open runs.”

7. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to participate in the forensics competitions.

8. Seventh and eighth grade students in “Small and Large Schools” are eligible to participate in the music festivals.

9. “Swing players” are determined on a game to game basis for those who will play varsity and junior varsity. These players may play on only one level (varsity or junior varsity) per day of competition. “Small schools” with limited rosters may swing players to complete a full roster. Players who do this may only play a combined five basketball quarters or five volleyball sets per competition. Overtime does not count against this total.

10. An individual is considered ineligible if he/she accepts, from any source, an individual award other than those usually given such as medals, ribbons, jackets, letters and trophies.

11. Students who are ill or who have an unexcused absence on the day of an activity will not be permitted to participate in the activity that day.

12. The athletic director of each school will forward a team roster, including players, coaches, managers, chaperones, with their respective passport numbers to all DoDDS KAIAC member schools as soon as possible at the beginning of each sports season to facilitate the securing of base access. Schools should also send bus and van information including type/make of vehicle, registration, and driver licenses and insurance information. Member schools who have students from “designated countries” may be required to send the appropriate military DCP forms at the beginning of the school year although this requirement has been waived.

13. The President of KAIAC must be notified of date changes for scheduled competitions. Any change must be agreed upon by all concerned parties. In the event of failure to agree on a proposed change, the President will have the final authority to act to determine a solution or may in serious cases convene a protest committee. The host school is responsible for notifying officials of all schedule changes.

14. The home team will be responsible for reporting the score and competition details to the sport‘s commissioner and news media. It is also strongly recommended that both the home and visiting teams report this information.

15. No less than 30 days before each season, the treasurer shall insure that each school has in its possession an accurate copy of the official rule book as designated for that sport. Each school shall notify the conference treasurer of rulebook needs.

16. A roster of team members will be presented at the official scorers‘ table and to the

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opposing varsity and junior-varsity coaches before each game or match in all sports. 17. Pre-game warm-up music should be appropriate and reviewed by the athletic

director or school administration before playing at KAIAC sponsored events. 18. It is highly recommended that a copy of the latest KAIAC Constitution and By-

Laws be kept at the scorer‘s table or be easily accessible for reference at any KAIAC athletic/activity event.

E. Commissioners, Tournament Directors, and Score Reporting 1. The board will select an athletic director, coach, or other authorized teacher or

staff member to serve as a commissioner for each sport. When there are multiple divisions within a sport there will be commissioners selected for each division, boys and girls. Commissioner positions will be rotated through the conference so no single school is over-tasked.

2. The commissioner will serve in the following tasks: a. Compiler of regular season results and team standings. These results should

be maintained using the designated KAIAC standings form that will be displayed on the KAIAC website (Mar, 2014). It is recommended that these results be sent to all schools and Pacific Stars & Stripes at least once every one- to two-weeks.

b. Serve as tournament director or the board may designate another person from the commissioner‘s school or another school to serve in this capacity. Tournament director responsibilities would include: (i) Recommending to the board before the beginning of the season the

tournament format. (ii) With board assistance, set seeding and brackets and communicate this

information to all member schools in an expeditious manner. (iii) Coordinate the preparation of playing facilities, selection of conference and

all-tournament awards, tournament coaches‘ meeting and hospitality room, team housing, and other applicable logistics including base access.

(iv) Serve as the authority on the interpretation of procedures and rules during the tournament.

c. May be called upon as the authority on the interpretation of procedures and rules during the regular season.

3. The home team athletic director or coach is responsible for reporting the final varsity and, in some cases, junior varsity scores and pre-determined statistics to the designated sports‘ commissioner, the KAIAC website (Mar. 2014) and the Pacific Stars & Stripes sports‘ editor. This is required for all sports seasons. In addition, it is recommended that both home and away teams send scores and statistics to ensure accuracy and balanced reporting and recording.

4. Reporting scores, meet, and competition results should take place within 48 hours of the said competition (sports or activities). Reports on forensics and music should be sent to all participating schools as well as the President (Mar, 2014).

4. Tournament locations will be determined at the August board meeting for the following two years. Locations should be rotated as much as possible with each school (Mar, 2014).

F. Referees, Officials, and Scorer’s Table 1. United Service For Korea Official Organization (USFKOA) has a contract

with DoDDS and may arrange with the international schools to officiate all regular season and tournament volleyball, basketball, and soccer games. The only exceptions to these arrangements are the occasional junior varsity and soccer matches which may be officiated by local referees (i.e. local Korean officials; military active duty; Military Welfare Recreation staff; and qualified teachers). If a

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school decides not to use USFKOA officials, it will be that school‘s responsibility to have certified officials from an association officiate the game/match. These arrangements should be reported to the USFKOA Detailer and mutually agreed upon by individual member schools that will be competing.

2. DoDDS has a government contract with USFKOA to officiate all their regular season volleyball, basketball, and soccer games and some KAIAC tournament games for those sports. The KAIAC international schools enter into individual contracts with USFKOA to officiate their school‘s regular season games and matches. A standard officiating and transportation fee will be set at the beginning the school year by USFKOA.

3. The conference season and tournament schedule will be set by the board and sent to the USFKOA or the association being used by the tournament host. Detailer by the KAIAC President. USFKOA will do its best to officiate all games, but may occasionally request that an individual member school seek alternative referees. It is understood that USFKOA will provide the number of referees contracted on dates set by the board, but will on rare occasions due to unforeseen illness, traffic congestion, and scheduling over sights be unable to fulfill its responsibility. It is understood that USFKOA will limit the number of such occurrences and will inform the effected schools as soon as possible with at least two days notice.

4. Any date changes that are made to the board approved season schedule must first be agreed upon by both competing schools and then immediately be communicated to the KAIAC President and USFKOA Detailer.

5. Home teams are required to provide a game ball, scoreboard and competent scoreboard operator (including timer when applicable) and official scorebook scorer. The scorers and operators may be individuals drawn from a pool of trained and experienced teachers, parents, or students. The conference has not established a system of recognition or remuneration for these individuals, but schools may choose to do so. For KAIAC tournaments, USFKOA may be asked to provide the official scoreboard operator and the official scorebook scorer.

G. Protests 1. To lodge a protest, a coach must:

a. Notify the opposing coach and officials at the time of the contest of the decision to protest.

b. Verify the decision to protest by notifying (telephone/e-mail) the KAIAC President and the involved school by the close of the next regularly scheduled school day.

c. Present a written statement of the protest to the administration of the involved schools and the KAIAC President within seven (7) days.

2. The following procedures for resolving protests of competition will be followed. Note: Judgment rulings of officials are not disputable. a. A protest committee of three (3) will be formed by the KAIAC President

and consist of the following: (1) The President of KAIAC – (Exception: A principal from a school not

involved in the dispute will be appointed by the President if his or her school is involved in the protest.)

(2) A league official – One not involved in the dispute and preferably the head of the official‘s association.

(3) A coach from a school not involved – the coach, preferably of a different sport, will be selected by the KAIAC President. Note: The head coaches from the teams involved should be present to clarify their position, but they will not vote.

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b. The protest committee of three will: 1) Make all efforts to obtain the necessary facts pertinent to the incident. 2) Recommend, within one week of the formal protest, what action is to be taken. 3) Set a time limit in which the corrective action will take place (i.e. make-up

competition). 4) Inform all schools in the league of the decision made and the action taken.

c. The committee‘s decision will be final and binding.

H. Regular Season Conference Competition Procedures 1. The league standings will only reflect those games played within each division.

Games outside of the division will have no bearing on season record, points, or standings within the division and will be considered “friendly.” The Blue champion will be the team with the best record and/or most points earned in Blue Division Conference games, etc.

2. Forfeit Procedures a. Ineligible Players

If a school determines that after an athletic season has begun that one or more player(s) on its team(s) do not meet the school‘s and/or the conference‘s eligibility rules, then that school will regulate itself and remove those students. The school then must inform the KAIAC President who would in turn inform the division‘s commissioner and schools. The offending school would be required to forfeit all games/matches that were played while the ineligible players were participating. Any awards that would be affected by the forfeiture of games/matches would be returned to the conference to be redistributed to the appropriate teams.

b. “No Show” Policy Any team that is more than 30 minutes late shall be regarded as a “no show” and shall forfeit the competition unless one of the following has occurred. In the event of a postponement due to one of the reasons below, a new day and time shall be mutually agreed upon by the involved athletic directors and/or principals. If agreement cannot be reached, the final decision will be placed into the hands of the KAIAC President or he/she may consult the governing board. i. The school coach or athletic director has called ahead to inform the

school that they are en route but are caught in traffic due an accident, weather, or traffic volume.

ii. An earlier agreement had been secured through a coach, athletic director, or principal.

iii. The “no show” is/was caused by accident, disruption of operation due to a school-wide health related issue, civil disorder, inclement weather, military base closures, security or traffic conditions alert.

iv. When a match between two schools is not played because of bad weather and it is impossible to replay the game. The following will hold true: the previous match played between the two schools will count double for league standings.

3. If at the end of the season two teams have the same conference record, the tie break procedures found in I.5 will determined conference champion, placement and tournament seeding (May, 2014).

4. All sports must field a minimum number of participants to be considered for legal competition (refer to rule books). A forfeit will result. The exception to this rule is in individual/team sport (tennis, swimming & cross-country), individuals may participate to maintain conference rankings for the KAIAC tournament.

5. A departure from any adopted, governing rule for KAIAC-sponsored sports should be made in writing to the President, to the member schools and to the officials‘ organization before the start of the affected season.

6. KAIAC will normally protect one Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) date per year and permit teams to either “black-out” that date or to have late starting times. Either of the SAT dates in October or November are normally selected. Schools can request by mutual agreement between schools for late starting times on other SAT dates.

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7. Friendly matches should be treated as regular conference games or matches in terms of being punctual for start times and notifying schools and officials of postponements or cancellations.

I. Tournament Competition Procedures 1. Tournament seeding for team sports and some individual sports will be

based upon on the regular season record taking into account only those games or matches played in within each division. For ties, the Tiebreak Procedures are found in I.5.

2. KAIAC tournaments will be offered in all sports unless there are alternative end of season tournaments being offered that all member schools are eligible to attend (i.e. Far East, APAC). All KAIAC member schools are expected to participate in the tournaments. Tournaments are normally scheduled on a weekend after all conference games have been completed in order to set seeding. One-day tournaments are held for cross-country, cheerleading, and tennis (with a second day reserved as a rain date). Two day tournaments are preferred for the team sports such as volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Swimming is also a scheduled two day tournament.

3. The tournament format, seeding and bracketing procedures must be set prior to the beginning of the season and approved by the governing board. The tournament director is given authority to make minor changes based upon availability of facilities, weather, team withdrawals and other unforeseen circumstances; however, format, length of the tournament, and seeding and bracketing changes must go through the board or be done in consultation with the President. The tournament director should consult with the KAIAC President prior to instituting any changes.

4. Tournament format for team sports will normally be either modified single- elimination, double-elimination, or pool play with a single-elimination championship. Individual sports such as cross-country, swimming, and tennis will use heats, divisions, or single elimination types of tournaments. The selection of the tournament format will normally be based on facilities, time availability, and personnel; however, it must be determined prior to the beginning of the regular season.

5. *Tie-Breaking Procedures for Tournament Seeding (Order until teams are untied) 1st) Win – Loss Record (or in Soccer Points) 2nd) Head-to-head Results 3rd) Points allowed in games between tied teams 4th) Point differential in games between tied teams 5th) Points scored in games between tied teams 6th) Points allowed in all games 7th) Point differential in all games 8th) Points scored in all games 9th) Draw lots

* Taken from APAC Tiebreak Procedures With sport specific tie-breakers, once a team or teams are removed from the original tie, the remaining tied teams are subject to examination with the original order of the tie-breaker procedures.

6. Each tournament site director is responsible for communicating in a timely fashion the final tournament procedures, seeding and bracketing, housing options, and base access procedures and meal options where applicable.

7. KAIAC all-conference, all-tournament, special, and coaches awards are normally selected and presented during the tournament weekend. Swimming and cross- country are the two exceptions where cumulative regular season results determine all-conference. One or two coaches meetings are normally scheduled during the tournament weekend to complete the selection process. An awards ceremony is

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held immediately following the championship game(s) of the tournament. 8. Any school that pulls out of a KAIAC Tournament two weeks or less before the

event will incur the officials‘ cost of affected games for the tournament plus a $50 fine. This offense is subject to review by the board on a case-by-case basis.

9. The tournament director has the option to produce tournament programs; t-shirts, patches, or ribbons. Generally, the conference will not be able to reimburse the hosting school for these extra awards. Some schools have sold t-shirts or solicited sponsors to pay for t-shirts; patches; and programs. Player of the Game t-shirts will be provided by the conference for volleyball, basketball, and soccer tournaments in each division.

10. Junior-Varsity Tournaments—Schools are encouraged to have invitational junior-varsity tournaments in volleyball, basketball, and soccer where they are feasible. The costs of such tournaments will be incurred by the hosting school or by contributions from the participating schools.

11. Although All-Star games are encouraged during the tournaments, the tournament director, in consultation with the coaches, will determine if it is feasible to hold such a game/match either after the championship game or some other time agreed upon by all coaches. Factors such as facility availability, daylight, return travel time for teams south of Seoul and travel arrangements for Far East or other post-KAIAC tournaments should be taken into account.

12. As soon as possible after the season ending tournament, that sport‘s commissioner should send to all the participating division‘s schools, the KAIAC President, the KAIAC Historian, and the KAIAC Web Site Manager the following report: (See appendix for a sample report)

1) Teams‘ regular season finish and records 2) Teams‘ tournament records 3) All-conference and All-tournament selections 4) Special Awards 5) Coach-of-the Year Award 6) Team Sportsmanship Award 7) Player-of-the-Game winners 8) Topics of discussion from the Coaches meeting that need to be brought to the attention

of the Governing Board Copies of this report should also be brought to the KAIAC Governing Board meeting immediately following that sports season. These reports will be provided through googledocs and will be displayed on the KAIAC website.

13. Coaches and players are expected to attend the post-tournament coaches meeting and awards ceremony regardless of whether or not they have a game on the given day.

J. Facilities—Fields, Pitches, and Courts KAIAC schools have varied sizes of soccer fields, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts. It is understood that KAIAC schools are faced with any number of site and land restrictions and financial constraints. So long as courts, pitches, or fields pose no safety hazards, these fields will be accepted for regular season play. The conference will attempt to hold all tournaments on regulation or close to regulation courts, pitches, and fields.

K. Safety Procedures 1. Athletic Practices

At the beginning of a sport‘s season, a team should hold a minimum of ten (10) practice days for the purpose of conditioning and the safety of the student-athlete.

2. Protective Eyewear “Sports goggles” or contacts are required for any student needing vision correction for KAIAC competition in the following sports: volleyball, basketball and soccer.

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3. Medical/First Aid Kits All teams are required to carry basic medical/first aid kits to all sports events, both home away. In particular, team should bring adequate athletic tape and pre-wrap.

4. Nurses and Emergency Care All schools are encouraged to have a nurse or emergency medical care on-site or available on-call.

5. Insurance Coverage All schools must have some form of liability and medical coverage for their students and for visiting students from other schools.

6. Yellow Dust/Air Quality Procedures Since there exists an annual health threat of Yellow Dust and poor air quality in the Republic of Korea, the following procedures will be in effect: a. The member schools have set a safe limit of 300 micrograms (yellow

dust) and 150 (CAI) per cubic meter as a cut-off point for permitting out-of-door athletic competitions. It is also highly recommend that schools refrain from holding practices when such a level is reached; however, the each school will individually set those limits.

b. It is the responsibility of the host school to obtain a reading of the yellow dust and CAI level by 12:00 (noon) in their city or immediate area on the day of a match (weekday). If the yellow dust level is 300 micrograms or higher, or the CAI is 150 or higher, the hosting school should inform the visiting school and officials of the cancellation/postponement of the match by 12:00 P.M. on the day of the match (weekday).

c. For Saturday matches, a reading should be done early in the morning as possible but no later than two hours before the match. If the yellow dust level is 300 micrograms or higher, or the CAI is 150 or highter, the hosting school should inform the visiting school and USFKOA officials of the cancellation /postponement of the match ASAP.

d. If yellow dust/CAI cancellations cannot be rescheduled, then matches will count double for the one that is able to be played on another date.

e. Web Sites that are available to obtain Yellow Dust Levels: http://www.airkorea.or.kr/airkorea/eng/realtime/main.jsp or www.usfk.mil

7. School-wide Health Related Issues If a school experiences a major disruption in its operation due to health related issues such as a serious outbreak of Influenza, H1N1, SARS, or other illnesses, then the following procedures will apply:

a. Schools should not be penalized or be required to forfeit missed games/ matches due to serious health related disruptions, but the schools should make “good faith efforts” to make up missed games/matches.

b. If 50% or more of a season‘s KAIAC competitions and events must be cancelled due to health related disruptions, then the KAIAC Governing Board will convene an emergency meeting to determine the status of the season and future actions.

c. If a make up game(s)/match(es) cannot be arranged and the schools have played once, then the results of the first game/match will be counted double.

d. If there is no room in the schedule to make up either of the missed game(s)/ match(es) (both the home and away games with a specific school), then ranking and seeding will be determined by winning percentage.

8. Inclement Weather If during an out-of-door athletic event such as cross-country, tennis, or soccer it is determined by the host athletic director and/or administrator that a safety

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threat exists due to a thunderstorm (with the accompanying lightning and/or severe wind, rain and hail) or other such severe weather threat, then:

a. The game/match will be immediately suspended and the appropriate shelter will be taken.

b. The host athletic director and/or administrator will wait a minimum of 30 minutes after the last visible lightning strike or passing of the severe weather system before continuing the event.

c. If after one hour, the inclement weather situation has not improved sufficiently to permit the teams to continue, then the game/match will be called off or cancelled and will be required to be made up at the point where the game/match was suspended.

d. In the case of cross-country, the entire meet would need to be rescheduled.

e. In the event that a soccer team is up by 8 or more goals, the mercy rule will be in affect and the match will be called as final. During the soccer regular season, if 60 minutes have passed in the match, it will be called as a final score.

f. If the inclement weather suspension takes place during a KAIAC soccer tournament, the tournament director can wait at least one additional hour before suspending the event for the day. This is due to the great difficulty required to re-schedule a tournament or completing it in less than two days. For tennis and cross-country, the one-day tournament could be held the next day on Saturday. During soccer tournament play, the decision of how to proceed with the affected matches will be made on-site by the tournament director in consultation with the participating coaches

L. Awards—Individual & Team Unless otherwise noted in the coverage of specific sports, the awards procedures of KAIAC will utilize the formula known as the “Hill Formula,” named for the former TCIS and ICS athletic director, Mr. Mike Hill. The awards will be provided and funded by the KAIAC budget. The formula for each sport is found on pages 27-30. 1. Individual Student-Athlete Awards-Conference & Tournament

a. All-Conference selections will be made for each varsity sport prior to or during any end-of-season tournament. b. All-Tournament selections will be made in each KAIAC tournament. c. All-Conference players will be given individual medallions. d. All-Tournament players will be given individual patches. e. All-Conference and All-Tournament selections in team sports must have at

least one recipient from each member school within that division. For individual sports, such as cross-country, tennis, and swimming, representation from each school on the All-Conference and All-Tournament teams is not required.

f. The number of All-Conference selections will be based upon: i) Regular season finish ii) In the case of a regular season tie, all the tied teams will receive the

specified number of selections. 2. Team Awards - Conference & Tournament

a. KAIAC will award traveling plaques for conference and tournament championships in all sports with the exception of football, wrestling, softball, and baseball. The KAIAC conference championship engraved traveling plaque will be passed from the previous year‘s recipient to that year‘s winner

during that sport‘s tournament award‘s program. Tournament directors should

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remind the previous winners to bring the plaques to the tournament program. b. Plaques will be awarded for girls’ and boys’ varsity Blue, Red and White

Divisions volleyball, basketball, and soccer, two divisions in tennis (March, 2014) and one division in cross-country, and swimming. In addition, there will be a traveling plaque awarded to the top combined boys‘ and girls‘ swim team.

c. These awards should be proudly displayed at the winning school for one year and should be cared for in order to preserve the appearance and life of the plaque. It is recommended that the “blue” carrying boxes be retained in order to preserve the appearance of the plaque to better transport it to the next recipient.

d. In addition to the traveling championship plaques, each sport will award a first, second, and third-place regular season and tournament teams‘ plaque that will stay with each the school. Divisions with fewer than 7 teams will only receive plaques for first and second place regular season and tournament. The tournament director of a given tournament may decide to order trophies instead of the standard plaques. In this case, a minimum of the cost of the plaques must be spent on the awards. Money in the amount of the cost of the standard plaques will be deposited into the host school account, and the tournament director may supplement this with his/her own hosting funds in order to upgrade the team awards. This exception will only apply to tournament team awards. Receipts must be provided to the President and Treasurer for record keeping (May, 2014).

3. Hill Formula The Hill Formula is used to calculate the number of All-Conference and All- Tournament selections for each sport. This calculation is obtained by taking 28% of the total number of starters in a sport from all the KAIAC teams.

Example: 6 Teams = 36 Starters X 28% = 10 All-Conference or All-Tournament Players The top three teams in conference or in the tournament will receive 55% of the selections. (The formula for each sport is found below)

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HILL FORMULA - VOLLEYBALL ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS

Number of Teams in Division

Number of Players on Starting Team

Total Number of Players in Division

# All-Conference/ # All-Tournament

Number of Selections Per Team by Finish

4 6 24 7/7 1st - 3 3rd - 4th - 1 2nd - 2

5 6 30 8/8 1st - 3 3rd - 5th - 1 2nd - 2

6 6 36 10/10 1st - 3 3rd - 6th - 1 2nd - 2 +1 Vote

7 6 42 12/12 1st - 4 3rd - 7th - 1 2nd - 3

8 6 48 13/13 1st - 4 3rd - 8th - 1 2nd - 3 +1 Vote

9 6 54 15/15 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 9th - 1

10 6 60 17/17 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 10th - 1

+1 Vote

11 6 66 18/18 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 11th - 1

+1 Vote

12 6 72 20/20 1st - 5 3rd - 2 2nd - 4 4th - 12th - 1

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVP; Best Hitter; Best Passer; Best Server; Best Setter; Coach-of-the-Year

HILL FORMULA -TENNIS ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS




# All-Conference/ *# All-Tournament


4 7 28 8/*8 1st - 3 3rd - 4th - 1 2nd - 2 +1 Vote

5 7 35 10/*8 1st - 4 3rd - 5th - 1 2nd - 3

6 7 42 12/*8 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 6th - 1

7 7 49 14/*8 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 7th - 1

+1 Vote

8 7 56 16/*8 1st - 5 3rd - 2 2nd - 4 4th - 8th - 1

9 7 63 18/*8 1st - 5 3rd - 2 2nd - 4 4th - 9th - 1

+1 Vote

10 7 70 20/*8 1st - 5 3rd - 3 2nd - 4 4th - 10th - 1

+1 Vote

11 7 77 22/*8 1st - 6 3rd - 3 2nd - 5 4th - 11th - 1

12 7 84 24/*8 1st - 6 3rd - 4 2nd - 5 4th - 12th - 1

* ALL-TOURNAMENT based on seven final tournament finishers + 2nd Place First Seed Singles

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVP (1st Place First Seed Singles); 2nd Place First Seed Singles; Coach-of-the-Year

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HILL FORMULA - CROSS-COUNTRY ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS


Number of Runners on Starting Team

Total Number of Runners in Division

# All-Conference/ # All-Tournament

*Number of Selections Per Team by Finish

4 5 20 6/6 * ALL-CONFERENCE: 1st - 3 2nd - 2; Remaining based on individual

standings

5 5 25 7/7 * ALL-TOURNAMENT BASED ON FINAL

TOURNAMENT FINISH

6 5 30 8/8 *ALL-CONFERENCE SELECTIONS MUST HAVE RUN IN AT LEAST 3/4 OF

7 5 35 10/10 SEASON MEETS

8 5 40 11/11

9 5 45 13/13

10 5 50 14/14

11 5 55 15/15

12 5 60 17/17

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVR (Usually 1st Place Tournament Finisher); Coach-of-the-Year

HILL FORMULA -BASKETBALL ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS






4 5 20 6/6 1st - 2 2nd - 4th - 1

5 5 25 7/7 1st - 2 +1 Vote 2nd - 5th - 1

6 5 30 8/8 1st - 2 +1 Vote 2nd - 6th - 1

7 5 35 10/10 1st -3 3rd-7th-1 2nd - 2

8 5 40 11/11 1st -3 3rd-8th - 1 2nd - 2

9 5 45 13/13 1st -3 3rd-9th - 1 2nd - 2 +1 Vote

10 5 50 14/14 1st -3 3rd-10th - 1 2nd - 2 +1 Vote

11 5 55 15/15 1st -3 3rd-11th - 1 2nd - 2 +1 Vote

12 5 60 17/17 1st -4 3rd-12th - 1 2nd - 3

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVP; “Top Gun” (Statistical Top Average Scorer-Minimum of two (2) games); Top Rebounder (Statistical); Best Defender; Coach-of-the-Year

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HILL FORMULA - CHEERLEADING ALL-STAR SELECTIONS


Number of Cheerleaders/ Team

Total Number of Cheerleaders in Division

# All-Star Selections

— 12 — Based on # Participants

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVC, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Varsity Tournament Team Awards 1st & 2nd Place JV Tournament Team Awards

HILL FORMULA - SOCCER ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS






4 11 44 12/12 1st - 5 4th - 1 2nd - 3 +1 Vote 3rd - 2

5 11 55 15/15 1st - 6 4th - 2 2nd - 4 5th - 1 3rd - 2

6 11 66 19/19 1st - 7 4th - 2 2nd - 5 5th - 1 3rd - 3 6th - 1

7 11 77 22/22 1st - 7 4th - 2 2nd - 5 5th - 7th - 1 3rd - 4 +1 Vote

8 11 88 25/25 1st - 8 4th - 2 2nd - 6 5th - 8th - 1 3rd - 4 +1 Vote

9 11 99 28/28 1st - 9 4th - 2 2nd - 7 5th - 9th - 1 3rd - 5

10 11 110 31/31 1st - 9 4th - 3 2nd - 7 5th - 2 3rd - 5 6th - 10th - 1

11 11 121 34/34 1st - 10 4th - 3 2nd - 8 5th - 2 3rd - 5 6th - 11th - 1

12 11 132 37/37 1st - 10 4th - 4 2nd - 8 5th - 2 3rd - 6 6th - 12th - 1

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVP; Best Offensive Player; Best Defensive Player; Top Goalkeeper; Coach-of-the-Year

HILL FORMULA - FORENSICS ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS

Number of Events # All-Conference (Patches) Number of Selections Per Team by Finish

9 11-14 1st - 4 3rd - 2 2nd - 3 4th - 8th - 1

Number of Events # All-Tournament (Medals) Number of Selections

9

40 1st Place Finisher each event

2nd Place Finisher each event 3rd Place Finisher each event

4th Place Finisher two Debate events only Duo & two Debates have two competitors each)

SPECIAL AWARDS: Coach-of-the-Year; 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Tournament Team Awards

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HILL FORMULA - SWIMMING ALL-CONFERENCE & ALL-TOURNAMENT SELECTIONS


Number of Swimmers on Team

Total Number of Swimmers

# All-Conference Selections

*Number of Selections Per Team by Finish

4 12 48 13 * AT will be based on top 3 individual event finishers or

winning relay

5 12 60 17 * AC should be based on actual

# swimmers

6 12 72 20

7 12 84 24

8 12 96 27

9 12 108 30

10 12 120 34

11 12 132 37

12 12 144 40

SPECIAL AWARDS: MVS

5. All-Tournament Special Awards For each KAIAC athletic tournament, individual athletes will be singled out for special performances. These awards are voted upon by the coaches or come from official statistics. The coach must be present at the post-tournament meeting in order for his/ her vote to be counted. All special award winners would also be considered All- Tournament so they would automatically receive an All-Tournament patch. The following ballot format may be used for all special awards.

SAMPLE SPECIAL AWARDS BALLOT

KAIAC SOCCER TOURNAMENT

MVP BALLOT

SCHOOL CASTING VOTE:

Each team is permitted two (2) votes. Please vote for one player from your team (optional) and one player from another team (required). You may vote for two (2) players that are not from your school.

Player’s Name and/or Jersey Number School

1)

2)

Name of Voting Coach Signature of Voting Coach (Please Print)

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L. Awards—Individual & Team (Continued) The following are guidelines that should be used for each special award a. Volleyball 1) Statistical - Will be selected based on best statistics for the

tournament in the specific category. -Hitter -Server 2) Votes - Will be selected based on a vote. Each school will be able

to nominate. Pertinent statistics can be shared during the nomination process. A vote will then taken anonymously. If there is a tie, there will be a revote between only the tied individuals.

-MVP -Passer -Setter

b. Tennis - MVP will be the first seed champion and Runner-Up will be the first seed tournament runner-up. c. Cross Country - MVR will be the championship race winner. d. Basketball 1) Statistical - Will be selected based on best statistics for the

tournament in the specific category. -Rebounder -Top Gun 2) Votes - Will be selected based on a vote. Each school will be able


-MVP -Defender e. Cheerleading - MVC will be the highest individual point-scorer. f. Soccer 1) Votes - Will be selected based on a vote. Each school will be able


-MVP -Defender -Offensive Player -Goalkeeper g. Swimming - MVS will be the highest point-scorer. In case of a tie, there will be co-MVS awards. (May, 2014)

6. Team Sportsmanship Award At each KAIAC team-type tournament a “Sportsmanship Award” will be awarded. The award will honor the team that best demonstrates one or more of the ideals of sportsmanship on and off the court. The ideals of sportsmanship are fairness, civility, honesty, unselfishness, respect and responsibility. This award is not meant to be a consolation award to the team with the worst tournament record but is truly meant to recognize the team that shows the best sportsmanship during the tournament. The USFKOA will co-sponsor this team award. Each head coach will vote for one team, other than his own, that best exemplified the characteristics of good sportsmanship. The tournament officiating referees will each vote for the team they believe best exemplified the characteristics of good sportsmanship. The criteria for the KAIAC Tournament Team Sportsmanship Award are: a. Respect – The recipient team should show respect for the officials, the coaches, and the opponent. The officials should be recognized as impartial arbitrators who are trained to do their job. Sportsmanship implies the willingness to accept and abide by the decisions of the officials. Teams who constantly argue calls with the officials should not be considered for the sportsmanship award. The proper appeal process should be followed according to the sport (i.e. in volleyball only the captain is allowed to address a

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concern to the official). Teams should likewise treat their opponents with respect in the way they behave toward them before, during and after the game. b. Integrity – The recipient team should be fair and courteous. They should play according to the rules and the spirit of the game, acting honorably not only to their team, but also to their opponents. The recipient team should accept both victory and defeat with pride and compassion, never being boastful or bitter. c. Perseverance – The recipient team is in pursuit of worthy objectives in spite of opposition, difficulty, injuries or discouragement and exhibits patience and fortitude to try again when confronted with mistakes or failures. d. Self-discipline – The recipient team should demonstrate: hard work; commitment to purpose; striving for improvement; refraining from inappropriate behavior; maintaining self-control at all times; and doing their best.

7. Commissioner’s End-of-Season Sports’ Awards Report As soon as possible after the season ending tournament (within 48 hours), that sport‘s commissioner should send to all the participating division‘s schools, the KAIAC President, the KAIAC Historian, and the KAIAC Web Site Manager the following report: (See appendix for a sample report) 1) Teams‘ regular season finish and records 2) Teams‘ tournament records 3) All-conference and All-tournament selections 4) Special Awards 5) Coach-of-the Year Award 6) Team Sportsmanship Award 7) Player-of-the-Game winners 8) Topics of discussion from the Coaches meeting that need to be brought to the attention

of the Governing Board Copies of this report should also be brought to the KAIAC Governing Board meeting immediately following that sports season.

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L. Awards—Individual & Team (Continued) 8. Coach-of-the Year Award

The “Coach-of-the Year” award will be given to a boys‘ and girls‘ Blue, Red and White division coach. The purpose of the award is to recognize the coach who has done the best job with his/her team and has done the most to promote the sport and good sportsmanship during the regular season. This coach does not necessary have to be the “winningest” coach or coach of the championship team. A plaque will be given at that sport‘s tournament award‘s program. When voting for this award, each participating school will be given one vote. The coach with the largest number of votes will be the winner.

The Coach-of-the Year should: 1) Promote good sportsmanship 2) Demonstrate consistency in all areas 3) Accomplish the most with talent available 4) Teach team fundamentals 5) Demonstrate excellence in execution of play 6) Teach team work 7) Promote team spirit and enthusiasm

9. Tournament “Player-of-the-Game” T-Shirt Awards a. Each of the two competing teams during a tournament game/match should award

one "Player of the Game/Match" T-Shirt. b. The coach of each team will inform the tournament director or his/her represent-

tative who that player is as soon as possible after the game/match. They should also give the size of the t-shirt they need. The t-shirts should given to the players immediately after that game/match. It is recommended to not wait until the end of the day or tournament.

c. If possible, it is recommended to announce those "Players of the Game/Match" over a P.A. system soon after the tournament game/match as possible.

d. The tournament director should include a list of the "Players of the Games/ Matches" in the Commissioner‘s End-of-Season Sports‘ Awards Report

e. Tournament directors might want to designate one person to handle this "Player of the Game/Match" process at each site.

f. Criteria for the "Player of the Game/Match" Award is probably self-explanatory, but the recommended award criteria is: i) The player who contributed most to the victory or the player who contributed

most to the team's effort. ii) The player who demonstrated the best team work; iii) The "Unsung hero" who doesn't always get the recognition but consistently

contributes. iv) The player who demonstrated good sportsmanship. It is highly recommended that the coach "spread the wealth around" to as many of his/ her players as possible. A player should not receive the award more than once per tournament, but is eligible to receive the award during other sports‘ season tournaments.

10. KAIAC Scholar-Athlete Award Each year, member schools are given the opportunity to present a prestigious award in the form of an attractive plaque to a deserving boy and girl scholar-athlete from their institution in recognition of the accomplishments both in the classroom and on the courts, courses, fields, or pools. The award does not have to be presented by a school if there are no student-athletes which meet the criteria. The criteria for the award are:

(i) Presented to one boy and one girl enrolled in a KAIAC member school. (ii) Must be a junior (11th grader) or senior (12th grader).

(iii) Must have maintained a 3.5 grade point average (4.0 scale) for the first three quarters of that school year.

(iv) Must have lettered in at least two varsity sports or two of the highest level of sports offered at the member school during that school year.

M. KAIAC Web Site KAIAC has developed a world-wide web site to carry information and to promote the conference. The site highlights the athletic, musical, and forensics performances and accomplishments of students from the KAIAC schools. The site requires the assistance of all schools to maintain the site with accurate and up-to-date information.

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34Section V—KAIAC Specific Athletic Procedures, Rules, & Regulations

KAIAC SEASONAL SPORT SCHEDULE SEASON SPORT VARSITY JR. VARSITY

FALL Sept.-Oct.

VOLLEYBALL-Girls

VOLLEYBALL-Boys Optional

TENNIS-Boys

TENNIS-Girls

X-COUNTRY-Boys Open Runners

X-COUNTRY-Boys Open Runners

WINTER Nov./Dec.-Feb.

BASKETBALL-Boys

BASKETBALL-Girls

* Cheerleading practice may begin in the fall to

accommodate football & as i it l b

*CHEERLEADING Boys & Girls

SPRING March-April

SOCCER-Boys

SOCCER-Girls

**Swimming practice may begin at the beginning of the winter sports season.

**SWIMMING-Boys

**SWIMMING-Girls

A. Volleyball The USA Volleyball rules will be followed with limited exceptions. Modifications to the USAV rules will be decided at the KAIAC board level. KAIAC competes in three divisions (Blue, Red, and White) with both boys‘ and girls‘ teams.

The following are important rule clarifications and modifications of note:

1. Team Roster, Uniforms, and Order of Games A maximum of 12 players may suit up for each varsity and junior-varsity conference and tournament match. A roster of team members will be presented at the official scorers’ table and to the opposing varsity and junior-varsity coaches before each match. The team members should wear like-colored and design uniforms with easily read numbers on the front and back of the top. The only exception would be the Libero player (see Paragraph A-6). The established order of matches will be: 1) girls‘ junior varsity; 2) girls‘ varsity; 3) boys‘ varsity; 4) boys‘ junior varsity (if played). Exceptions to this order can be made with the approval of the two opposing teams and the referee detailer within 48-hours of the matches or when the school has two courts available.

2. Pre-Game Procedures Prior to each match, referees will re-check the height of nets and pressure of the match ball. Coaches and officials will meet prior to the match to discuss any procedures and local facilities and conditions that might influence play. The referees and the team captains will also meet just prior to the match to discuss any procedures; local facilities and conditions that might influence play; and “coin toss” to determine first service. If needed, a “coin toss” will be done prior to any 3rd or 5th deciding set. A warm-up time of approximately 15 minutes will begin a

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35soon as both teams take the court. After the initial “coin toss,” the head referee will supervise the warm-up periods with the serving team having the use of the court first with a five-minute warm-up. The final five-minutes is for both teams to practice serving simultaneously. The captains can elect to have separate warm- up periods with only one team on the court at a time.

3. Starting Times: a. Start times: Weekdays 3:30 P.M. Saturday 9:00 A.M.

4. Floor Captain The player captain on the court will serve as the official spokesperson with the referee when questions about a call, procedure or request for rotation check. The team captain is permitted to stop play to ask a question of the referee so long as the service whistle has not blown. The captain is not limited to the number of times that he/she can stop play to ask the referee for an explanation on the application or interpretation of the rules.

5. Substitutions There are no restrictions as to the number of entries for each player and a maximum of 12 team substitutions are permitted per set. Substitution of players may be made on the request of either the playing captain on the court or a coach off the court when the ball is dead and when recognized by either referee.

6. Swing Players “Swing players” are determined on a “game to game” basis for those who will play varsity and junior varsity. These players may play on only one level, varsity or junior varsity, per day of competition. “Small schools” with limited rosters may swing players to complete a full roster. Players who do this may only play a combined five volleyball sets (junior-varsity + varsity = 5 sets) per head-to-head competition. A varsity starting player may not start a junior- varsity match.

7. Scoring for Varsity & Junior-Varsity Matches Varsity matches will be played best 3 out of 5 sets to 25 points rally scoring. The winning team must take the set by 2 points. A deciding fifth set will be played to 15 points rally scoring. Again, the winning team must take the set by 2 points. The final score has no ceiling. Junior varsity matches will be played best 2 out of 3 sets to 25 points rally scoring. The winning team must take the set by 2 points. A deciding third set will be played to 15 points rally scoring. Again, the winning team must take the set by 2 points. The final score has no ceiling.

8. Double-Header Matches Periodically, because of scheduling difficulties two teams may mutually agree to play two matches in one day. If such matches are played on a weekday, varsity and junior varsity will play best 2 out of 3 sets to 25 points rally scoring. The winning team must take the set by 2 points. A deciding third set will be played to 15 points rally scoring. Again, the winning team must take the set by 2 points. The final score has no ceiling. If such matches are played on a Saturday or there are two separate courts in which to play, varsity will be play best 3 out of 5 sets to 25 points rally scoring. The winning team must take the set by 2 points. A deciding fifth set will be played to 15 points rally scoring. Again, the winning team must take the set by 2 points. The final score has no ceiling. A Saturday junior-varsity match will remain best 2 out of 3 sets.

9. Player Unsportsmanlike Behavior A player‘s behavior that the referee would judge to be a disruptive influence on the match or be considered unsportsmanlike can result in a “yellow or red card.” The yellow card is considered a warning. A second yellow card or red card will result in that player being ineligible to continue play. If a player receives a red card during any set, he will be ineligible to play the remainder of that match and the next match, either regular season or tournament. An official may give a red card at any

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time, but a second yellow card is automatically counted as a red card for any one player in a game. The offending individual will be asked to leave the playing area. The name of the offending player will be sent to the KAIAC President by the referee in order to inform the conference schools.

10. Coaching Coaching will be permitted from the sideline of the court. This is interpreted to mean that the team may receive instructions from the bench area.

11. Coach’s Unsportsmanlike Behavior Unsportsmanlike coaching, which would be any action the referee judged to be a disruptive influence on the match, will not be permitted. Examples include tactics designed to delay the game, continual jumping up from the bench, pacing the bench area, loud or abusive language, comments to opposing teams, throwing of objects, or displaying temper or disgust in any overt manner. Disruptive or un-sportsmanlike coaching as interpreted by the referee may result in a “yellow or red card.” A second yellow card or red card received anytime during the game will result in that individual being ineligible to coach the remainder of that match and the entire next match, either regular season or tournament. The offending individual will be asked to leave the playing area. The name of the offending coach will be sent to the KAIAC President by the referee in order to inform the conference schools.

12. KAIAC Tournaments a. Blue, Red and White tournaments for boys‘ and girls‘ will be held at the end

of the conference season utilizing the Tournament Competition Procedures found in IV.I. All KAIAC teams will participate in the KAIAC post-season tournaments.

b. If at the end of the season two teams have the same conference record, they will be declared co-champions or co-holders of that place and seeding will be determined by the Tie-Breaking Procedures found in IV.I.5.

13. Line Judges Each school may choose to pay line judges through the referee association for home matches. If they are unable to acquire line judges through the association, they may choose to pay or volunteer line judges from their own staff or student population. These line judges should be trained in exactly what they are expected to perform during a match. Each athletic director should inform all opposing schools and KSOA at the beginning of the season whether or not line judges will be used. All calls made by these judges may be overruled by the floor or net referee.

14. Ceiling Rule When the ball hits the ceiling at any time during a rally, the ball will be out of

bounds. (May, 2013) B. Cross-Country

KAIAC cross-country is NOT covered by National High School Federation Rules, but instead, by the following rules: 1. Course

The course will be 5,000 meters or 3.1 miles in length. The course may include level, incline, straight, curved, dirt, grass, asphalt or any combination of these type of surfaces. All efforts should be made to make the course as simple and as safe as possible. Safety hazards from vehicular traffic, pedestrians, loose gravel or stones, and low hanging branches should be avoided or adequate protection provided. No course should intentionally include dangerous portions or more than reasonable safety hazards. The visiting teams should receive course maps prior to the meet.

2. Pre-Meet Procedures and Preparations

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a. Course should be laid out well in advance including approval from appropriate post, base, or local officials.

b. The course should be accurately measured and clearly marked with cones, flags, and/or spray paint.

c. Host schools must provide a course map using Google Earth or something similar at least one week prior to hosting a meet. Course maps must have mile and kilometer markers labeled for distance.

d. Host schools must clearly communicate what their end of race procedures will be at least one week prior to hosting a meet.

e. If a team from a group not participating in an official meet wishes to participate, they must notify the host at least one week in advance.

f. Arrangements should be made to have adequate marshals on-site for marking the course; for safety; and for recording the finish times. Marshals could be a mix of students, parents, and teachers.

g. Water stations should be available at the start/finish line and when possible at the half-way point.

h. Bathroom or locker room facilities should be provided near the meet site. i. A nurse or source of medical care should be available on or near the meet site. j. If possible, an official scorer‘s table will be set-up for team registration; time

recording and reporting; team tabulation; and medical assistance. k. It is recommended that a chute be created with plastic cones for runners to finish

in order to facilitate time recording. (See page 30 for illustration) l. It is highly recommended that a tape digital timer and back-up stop watches be

used for meets. m. Finishing sticks (numbered tongue depressors or Popsicle sticks) are a

recommended method to assist in keeping track of the order of finish and times. Each finisher will be handed a numbered stick as he/she crosses the finish line.

n. Other useful materials for the meet include plastic cones; walkie-talkies; marshal shirts; megaphone; starter‘s gun; large timer; banners and awards such as certificates; ribbons; patches; or medals. Regular season meet awards will be at the hosting school‘s expense.

3. Meet Schedules and Order of Races a. KAIAC has only one division for cross-country which includes separate boys‘

and girls‘ teams both small and large schools running in competition with one another. There will be regular season duel meets held between participating schools. Times and number of finishers should be kept on a meet form with each team receiving a copy before leaving the area or no later than the Friday after a Wednesday meet or the Monday after a Saturday meet.

b. Groups will officially compete in four out of six meets to determine conference standings.

c. Each group’s second and fourth official meet will be scored against both the opposing group and their own group.

d. Weekday meets will normally begin at 3:30 P.M. and Saturday meets at 10:00 A.M. The order of the races shall be as follows: 1) Female division 2) Male division 3) Open division (male and female). Varsity runners may not run in open races, whether as a “cool down” or to encourage other runners. 4) If the multiple team meets are small enough and the numbers are not overwhelming, races may be combined with the scorers distinguishing between runners for tabulation.

4. Team Roster and Uniform

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Each school must enter their runners on the KAIAC XC Google doc to assign a permanent number for the given year. If the coach/AD cannot get access to the document, the roster should be sent to the season commissioner, who will assign numbers and send the numbers back to the coach/AD. A roster of team runners should be presented at the official scorers‘ table when the team arrives. The boys‘ and girls‘ varsity teams will be made up of five to seven runners from each school. Other runners may run as exhibition runners but must be marked in such a way as to be distinguished from the designated runners. The designated runners may be changed from race to race up to the time of lining up for the start of the race. The first five runners of a team will make up the score of that team with the remaining two runners being used to bump up the score of the other team. A team with less than five varsity runners in a race will have to forfeit the competition between teams, however, the runners‘ finishes and times will be counted toward conference rankings. Any number of boys‘ and girls‘ runners may participate in the open run. The team members should wear like-colored and design uniforms.

5. Team Scoring – Dual Races and Invitationals a. Dual Race – multiple races can be scored in any meet. Regardless of the number

of schools involved in the meet, scoring will only involve two schools at a time. Runners will earn from one point to fourteen points for their team point total, depending on the order in which they finish between the two competing schools.

b. The runner from the school that finishes first between two competing schools, will earn one point for that school, regardless of where that runner finishes in the meet. The next runner to finish will earn two points, three for the next runner, and so on until all varsity runners have been scored up to the maximum fourteen.

c. To calculate team scores, the first five runners from each school will be tallied for that team’s score. The sixth and seventh runners from each team do not earn points for their team but increase the score of the other team if they finish ahead of any of that team’s first five runners.

d. The winning team of the race is the team with the lower point total. e. Tie breakers:

1) In the event of a tie, the team whose sixth place runner finishes first wins. That is, if both teams have 28 points after tallying the points for each team’s first five runners, and team B’s sixth place runner finished in 10th place and team A’s sixth place runner finished in 12th place, team B is the winner. If a team only has five runners, then the team with six runners wins.

2) If the tied teams only have five runners, then the first four runners are tallied to determine the winner.

TeamA TeamB

Team’s First Place Runner 1 3

Team’s Second Place Runner 2 4

Team’s Third Place Runner 5 6

Team’s Fourth Place Runner 9 7

Team’s Fifth Place Runner 11 8

Team’s Sixth Place Runner 12 10

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Race

Direction

TeamA TeamB

Team’s Seventh Place Runner 13 14

Team Total Score 28 28

B. Cross-Country (Continued) 6. Invitational Scoring This is the format used for the KAIAC tournament. Each runner’s place of finish is

the point total earned for his or her team. Teams will not be isolated to score against each other as all teams compete against each other. The first five runners to finish for each team will make up that team’s total, thus scores will be much higher than in dual races. The tie-breaker is the first sixth place finisher between tied teams.

7. Violations Runners are permitted to stop or walk during the course of the race but they may not cut corners or deviate from the laid out course. Runners may not be assisted toward the finish of a race by fellow competitors, coaches, or spectators. If a runner does not start or finish a race, that athlete’s score (only for all-conference calculations) in another race that was scored against the same teams will be double counted (Mar, 2014).

8. Coaching Coaching is permitted along the sidelines and at the start/finish line. This is interpreted to mean that the runner may receive instructions from the sidelines only.

9. Meet/Race Procedures The meet will generally begin with the calling of all teams together to explain the procedures to be used; an introduction of the timers and meet officials, the starting directions including the gun or horn; and the school teams competing. Following the meets‘ races, the hosting school is encouraged to recognize the runners in some manner. Races should be started and finished in the manner that is similar to what is diagramed below. Runners should line-up single file as a team with the first runner just behind the starting line. Runners should be approximately 18 inches apart to minimize bumping off the starting line.

STARTING LINE SET-UP FINISH LINE SET-UP

Team Team Team Team Team A B C D E

Official Timers

Stick or Bib Marshal

Finish Line

Coaches

Official Timers

Starting Line

Race Direction

Cone

Runners’

Chute

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B. Cross-Country (Continued) 10. KAIAC Tournaments

The boys‘ and girls‘ varsity tournaments will be run as one division with both small and large schools running in competition with one another. Each school will only be permitted seven runners in each race. If time and space allow, an open race with exhibition runners will take place. The tournament will be held at the end of the conference season utilizing the Tournament Competition Procedures found in Section IV. I.

C. Tennis The United States Tennis Association (USTA) rule book shall be followed unless superseded by the specific conference guidelines described below. 1. Match Schedules

KAIAC has two divisions for tennis, which includes separate boys‘ and girls‘ teams. The Blue Tennis Division includes: KIS, SAHS, SFS, SIS, TCIS, YISS. The Red Tennis Division includes: CI, DHS, GSIS, HHS, OAHS (Mar, 2014). Weekday matches will normally begin at 3:30 P.M. or earlier to take advantage of the maximum sunlight and Saturday meets at 9:00 A.M. If a school cannot accommodate a 3:30 P.M. or a 9:00 A.M. start time, then they should notify the opposing school well in advance of the meet with at least a 48-hour minimum notice.

2. Conference Match Format a. A maximum of 14 (7 boys and 7 girls for each team) may dress for a

conference match. b. The format for the conference duels will be three singles and two doubles

matches. c. A team will be required to have seven players in order to compete in a conference

match consisting of 3 singles and the 2 doubles. No player will be permitted to play more than one singles or one doubles match. In addition, no singles player will be permitted to play doubles in the same conference match.

d. Teams that do not have seven players will have to forfeit those matches. e. A five-minute warm-up period will be allowed before each match begins. f. The home team will present their line-up to the visiting team. The visiting

team will then match up their line-up to the home team. It is expected that the top seeded positions are filled first with coaches playing their top players as 1st

seed and follow through 3rd best as 3rd seed singles. g. Adjustments as seeding or position may be made from conference match to

match. h. Line-up adjustments may be made in the course of a conference match if a team has

already won three matches and if both coaches agree to these changes. Reminder: Making numerous changes during the course of the season may jeopardize a player seeding in the conference tournament which requires that he/she play at least 50% of his/her matches in a particular seed.

i. When a singles player is unable to attend a match due to temporary circumstances, any player may take his/her spot for that match. If that given player has been permanently removed from the team, all singles players under the said player must move up for the remainder of the season and the remaining players must move up. If this takes place at the beginning of the season, all players must move up. If this takes place in the 2nd half of the season, all singles players must move up, and doubles may remain the same. As always, all teams are expected to honor the rules and must use all vigilance to adhere to the spirit

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C. Tennis (Continued)

of fairness. 3. Facilities and Equipment

a. The hosting team should provide at least three courts with regulation markings and a playing surface of composition, cement, asphalt, or hard clay. (See page 17 for additional comments on facilities)

b. If only two courts are available, boys and girls will start equally with one team on each court.

c. The home team will provide a new can of three balls for each of the five matches. The minimum quality of balls utilized must be comparable to the Nassau® Korean brand.

d. Under normal conditions, only the coaches, managers, and those players in competition should be on the fence-in courts or sidelines. All other players waiting for their next match and spectators should be watching outside the fenced-in tennis courts.

4. Scoring a. The match will consist of an eight-game pro-set where a player must win

8 games by at least a 2 game margin. At 8 all, a 12 point tie-breaker will be used. b. If a problem arises on the scoring or disagreement on calls, the coaches from

both teams will decide on a fair method to complete that match. c. In disputes relating to line calls, after a player has made three challenges to his/her

opponents line calls he/she has the right to ask for a line judge. This line judge needs to be a person agreed upon by both coaches

d. Doubleheaders Matches – If because a scheduling problem or weather postponement, it becomes necessary for two teams to hold a double-header, then a 6-game pro-set with 12 point tiebreaker will be employed.

5. Interruptions to Play a. If only two courts are available, boys and girls will start equally with one team on

each court. b. In case of darkness or bad weather, the home coach calls the match. The match is

considered final with the score at that point, including the game or games that were in progress at the time the match was called.

c. When a match between two schools is not played because of bad weather and it is impossible to make up, then the previous match played between the two schools will count for double for conference standings.

d. Doubleheaders Matches – If because a scheduling problem or weather postponement it becomes necessary for two teams to hold a double-header, then a 6-game pro-set with 12 point tiebreaker will be employed.

6. Coaching During a match, coaches may sit between courts and consult with players for one minute during the change over of ends. Coaches should be careful not to abuse this rule.

7. Uniforms Tennis uniforms of like-color and design are recommended to create team spirit and to present a quality and class to the sport.

8. KAIAC Tournament a. The boys‘ and girls‘ varsity tournaments will be run as one division with both small

and large schools in competition with one another. The tournament will actually be set-up to be held in one-day, preferably a Friday, with a second day, Saturday, held as a rain date. A modified two-day tournament is optional depending on availability of

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courts and rain. C. Tennis (Continued)

b. The year‘s tennis commissioner/tournament director is responsible for collating all conference results and drawing up the initial seeding for the tournament. See page13 for details of tournament director‘s duties.

c. The conference tournament will have 3 singles matches (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Seeds) and 2 doubles matches (1st & 2nd Seeds).

d. One point will be awarded for each win. In case of a tie in team points, the team with the least number of games lost will be the winner. If a player receives a bye, he/she will receive 2 points upon winning the first match. A loss will yield no points.

e. Tournament scoring should be the same as conference games, an 8-game pro-set whereby a player must win 8 games by 2 games. At 8 all, a 12 point tie- breaker is used.

f. The placement of players for the tournament will be as follows: 1) A player should play the position he/she played for at least 50% of his/her regular

season. 2) A player may move up but not down. 3) A player‘s seeding will be based on his/her season record for the position he/she is

playing in the tournament. Only matches played will count towards seedings in the KAIAC tournament.

4) Seeding will be determined by winning percentages. If winning percentages are equal, then head-to-head competition results will be used.

5) All seeding and positioning for doubles are figured the same as for singles. Since many doubles teams switch partners, each player‘s record must be considered separately.

6) A maximum of five minutes for warm-up is allowed on the court of play. Players must be ready to begin play at the designated time.

7) All players should report in to the tournament director at least 15 minutes before designated times. It is the responsibility of the winning player to report the score of his/her match to the tournament score table.

8) If a coach enters a player in a bracket lower than he/she should be (#1 player in either singles or doubles is entered at #2 in either singles or doubles), that team will forfeit all points won in both brackets.

9) Season singles record is for singles only. Season doubles record is for doubles only. Example: a player can play #1 singles all season and can play #2 doubles in the tournament if he/she has played #2 doubles at least 50% of the time.

10) When a singles player who played a majority of the regular season at a given seed is unable to play in the tournament due to temporary circumstances, any player may take his/her spot in the tournament. This player will be seeded last for their respective bracket. If that given seed has been permanently removed from the team (suspension, transfer, etc), all singles players under the said player must move up and an alternate may be placed at the 3rd single’s seed. All players moving up will automatically be the last see for their respective bracket unless a consensus is reached by the coaches prior to the tournament.

D. Basketball High School Federation rules will be employed throughout the conference season and will be followed with limited exceptions. Modifications to the Federation rules will be decided at the KAIAC board level. KAIAC competes in three divisions (Blue, Red, and White) with both boys‘ and girls‘ teams. The following are important rule clarifications and modifications of note:

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D. Basketball (Continued) 1. Team Roster, Order of Games, and Uniforms

A maximum of 12 players may suit up for each varsity and junior-varsity conference and tournament games. A roster of team members will be presented at the official scorers‘ table and to the opposing varsity and junior-varsity coaches before each match. The established order of matches will be: 1) girls‘ junior-varsity; 2) boys‘ junior-varsity; 3) girls‘ varsity; 4) boys‘ varsity. Exceptions to this order can be made with the approval of the two opposing teams and the referee detailer within 48 hours of the matches or when the school has two courts available. When two courts are available efforts will be made to alternate games so varsity and junior-varsity coaches may assist each other. The team members should wear like-colored and design uniforms with easily read numbers on the front and back of the top. Contrasting colors will be worn for games as follows unless mutually agreed upon by both teams:

TEAM WHITE or LIGHT COLOR BLACK or DARK COLOR

HOME TEAM Weekdays (Wed. & Fri.) Saturdays

VISITING TEAM Saturdays Weekdays (Wed. & Fri.)

2. Pre-Game Procedures Prior to each match referees will re-check the condition of the court and the pressure of the game ball. Coaches and officials will meet prior to the match to discuss any procedures and conditions that might influence play. The referees and the team captains will also meet just prior to the game to discuss any procedures and conditions that might influence play. A warm-up time of approximately 15-minutes will begin as soon as both teams take the court. Warm-up time will include stretching, drills, and shooting. A “No Dunk” rule is in effect during the warm-ups. Warm-ups may have to be altered depending on teams‘ arrival times on the court. For players, warm-up time should not be less than 10 minutes.

3. Substitutions There are no restrictions as to the number of substitutions or the number of entries for each player. Substitutions may be made during dead balls when signaled on the court by the referee. Substitutes must first check-in with the official table and scorer before entering the game.

4. Swing Players “Swing players” are determined on a game to game basis for those who will play varsity and junior-varsity. These players may play on only one level, varsity or junior varsity, per day of competition. “Small schools” with limited rosters may swing players to complete a full roster. Players who do this may only play a combined five quarters (junior varsity + varsity = 5 quarters) per head-to-head competition. The overtime period will be an extension of the fourth quarter and not affect the eligibility of a player concerning the five-quarter rule. A varsity starting player may not start a junior-varsity match. Violating any of these “swing player rules” could result in the forfeiture of a game.

5. Starting Times, Length of Games, Shot Clocks, and Running Clocks a. Start times: Weekdays 3:30 P.M. Saturday 9:00 A.M. b. Length of the Games:

TEAM

QUARTERS

GAME TOTAL OVER-TIME BETWEEN QUARTERS

HALF-TIME

Jr.-Varsity 6 Minutes 24 Minutes 4 Minutes 1 Minute 10 Minutes

Varsity 8 Minutes 32 Minutes 4 Minutes 1 Minute 10 Minutes

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D. Basketball (Continued) c. Shot Clocks: All Blue Division schools will be required to have a shot clock.

Although not required in the other two divisions, two teams can mutually agree to use the shot clock. The shot clocks for boys‘ and girls‘ games will be 30-seconds. A special timer must be provided. The two shot clocks should be hung, one each, near the basket at a height easily seen or placed on the floor on each end of the court.

d. Running Clocks: A running clock will normally not be utilized except if the “Mercy Rule” is in effect (See Mercy Rule). If a “running clock” is utilized the clock will continue to run during all “out-of-bounds” plays, foul shots, foul calls by the official, and after scores. The only time the clock will stop is during time outs called by teams or the referees.

6. Mercy Rule In basketball, the “Mercy Rule” will go into effect when one team takes a 40-point lead over the other. Once the “Mercy Rule” is in effect, it will continue for the remainder of the game or until the opposing team closes the score to 20 points or under. If the 40-point or more lead is at half-time or at any time in the 2nd half, the trailing team will have the following options: 1) Freeze the score and the game is officially over, but the teams will continue to scrimmage as a “friendly;” 2) Call the game over; 3) Continue the game with the final score reflected at the end of regulation time.

Once the “Mercy Rule” is in effect the following will take place: 1) Running Clock will take effect for the remainder of the game. 2) The leading team must take all starters off the court and bring in the 2nd team. 3) The leading team must stop any half-court or full-court presses. 4) The leading team must not fast-break up the court. 5) The leading team will play zone defense. 6) The shot clock will keep running.

If option 3 (above) is chosen by the trailing team, the “Mercy Rule” procedures will discontinue once the lead has come to within 20 points. The “Mercy Rule” procedures will re-start if and when the lead is back to 40 points.

7. Player Unsportsmanlike Behavior Any player‘s behavior that the referee would judge to be a disruptive influence on the game or considered unsportsmanlike can result in a technical foul. A second technical foul call on the same player will result in that player being ineligible to continue play. The offending individual will be asked to leave the playing area.

8. Coaching Coaching will be permitted from the sideline of the court. This is interpreted to mean that the team may receive instructions from the bench area.

9. Coach’s Unsportsmanlike Behavior Unsportsmanlike coaching would be any action the referee judged to be a disruptive influence on the game and will not be permitted. Examples include tactics designed to delay the game, continual jumping up from the bench, pacing the bench area, loud or abusive language, comments to opposing teams, throwing of objects, or displaying temper or disgust in any overt manner. Disruptive or unsportsmanlike coaching as interpreted by the referee may result in a technical foul. A second technical foul would result in that individual being ineligible to coach the remainder of that game. The offending individual will be asked to leave the playing area.

10. KAIAC Tournaments Blue, Red, and White tournaments for boys‘ and girls‘ will be held at the end of the conference season utilizing the Tournament Competition Procedures found on pages 15-16. Some seasons when a post-conference tournament cannot be scheduled due to Far East or APAC conflicts, a pre-season tournament can be held. All KAIAC teams will participate in the KAIAC post-season tournaments.

a. If at the end of the season two teams have the same conference record, they will

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D. Basketball (Continued) be declared co-champions or co-holders of that place and seeding will be determined by the Tie-Breaking Procedures found in IV.I.5.

b. The tournament will either be modified single elimination or double elimination. This decision will be made by the board at their meeting before the start of the season.

c. Prior to the beginning of the tournament, all coaches must submit the names and the numbers of the 12 players who will compete in the tournament. Once this list has been submitted no additions or changes may be made.

d. A 30-second shot clock is required in Blue Division and recommended in Red and White Division tournaments. (See paragraph D.5c on page 35 for set-up and use.)

e. The tournament will be played using 8-minute quarters and/or a “running clock” may be used for the preliminary round of games or the losers bracket games. If the “running clock” is used the procedure found in paragraph D.5d on page 35 should be used with the addition that the last two minutes of the second and fourth quarters the “running clock” be turned off and revert to the “stop and start” clock.

f. Throughout the KAIAC Tournament, the upper bracket will be considered the home team and will wear white or a light color uniform.

g. If during the tournament an “IF” game is necessary, it will consist of two periods of ten minutes with a “running clock.” If the score is still tied after the two periods, there will be an additional period of five minutes with a “running clock.” If the score is still tied then additional five minute periods will be played until there is a winner.

E. Cheerleading Cheerleading is an opportunity for students to support and represent the school‘s athletics program. It demands athleticism and enthusiasm. KAIAC encourages the participation of girls and boys in cheerleading. Cheerleading will compete as two levels based on specific criteria. Spirit and safety guidelines for cheerleading are set in the National Federation of High School Spirit/Cheer Rulebook (www.nfhs.org). The other governing board that will be used for rules and guidelines is the American Association of Cheer Coaches and Administrators (www.aacca.com). Cheerleading squads are permitted to practice year-round as a “Cheer or Spirit Club” and perform only at home games during intermissions or half- times of any sport. The “Official Cheerleading Season” will be the basketball season and cheerleaders are only officially to cheer for those games. The one exception to this policy is that DoDDS may perform and compete during the fall football season. The KAIAC Team and All-Star Cheerleader competition will usually take place following the regular basketball season. 1. Roster Size

a. No more than twelve (12) cheerleaders, including the mascot, are permitted on court for KAIAC basketball games.

b. Schools may have varsity and junior-varsity of any size so long as the number of cheerleaders never exceeds 12 on the court during the game or at the tournament competition. The only exception is regular season half-time routines when the number may exceed 12 when it poses no safety hazard.

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Approved Cheerleaders’ Location on a Basketball Court

Cheerleading Squad of 12

Cheerleading Squads should not cheer in this area

Cheerleading Squad of 12

Team’s Cheering Fans

2. Practices Cheerleading squads are permitted to practice year-round as a “Cheer or Spirit Club” and perform only at home games during intermissions or half- times of fall or even spring sports. Cheerleader squad must hold a minimum of ten practice days before the regular basketball season for the purpose of conditioning and the safety of the student-athlete. The “Official KAIAC Cheerleading Season” will be the basketball season and cheerleaders are only officially to cheer for those games. The one exception to this policy is that DoDDS may perform and compete during the fall football season. The KAIAC Team and All-KAIAC Cheerleader competition will usually take place following the regular basketball season.

3. Game Attendance a. Cheerleading squads should attend all home games. b. Visiting teams may bring cheerleading squads for Friday and Saturday games.

Cheerleading squads are given the option to travel for weekday games at the discretion of that school‘s athletic director and administration.

c. Cheerleading squads must have attended at least 80% of the regular season‘s KAIAC varsity basketball games in order to be eligible to participate in the KAIAC season ending cheerleading competition.

d. Schools must turn in a roster 30 days prior to the KAIAC season ending competition to the hosting school with alternates in case of injury.

e. Cheerleaders must cheer for both boys and girls teams in the Blue Division. 4. Game Procedures

a. The home team squad and coach should assist the visiting squad in finding locker rooms, pointing out where visiting team and fans should sit and any special local procedures.

b. Home teams, whenever possible, should try to provide a public address system and CD/MP3 player for the visiting cheerleading teams. However, squads should not assume that all schools can provide sound equipment so they should come prepared with a CD/MP3 player for half-time routines.

c. Cheerleaders should stand on the sidelines of the court nearest their team and fans. Although squads are no longer required to form an “L” shape on the sidelines, they should not extend their line under the backboard so as to possibly distract a free-throw shooter. It is understood that each school‘s gym is different and that squads should only cheer in safe areas that will result in minimum distraction to the game and fans.

d. If the coaches and referees are in agreement, cheerleaders may alternate coming onto the court between quarters and during one-minute time-outs, but they must have

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cleared the floor by the buzzer, so as to prevent delays in the start-up of the game. e. Half-time routines should be no longer than 3-minutes in length, not including the

time for placing mats on the floor, with the visiting team going first. The home team squad should sit as a team near mid-court to encourage and cheer for the visiting team. Half-time routines may include more than twelve cheerleaders so long as it does not present either a safety issue or impede the normal functions of the facility during half-time.

5. Safety Cheerleaders and coaches must follow the safety guidelines outlined in the National Federation of High School Spirit/Cheer Rulebook (www.nfhs.org) and the American Association of Cheer Coaches and Administrators (www.aacca.com). This information is updated every year, and the conference will provide the coach with the rulebook. Pay special attention to these guidelines:

a. Coaches should regularly receive training in basic safety as well as in specific cheer safety.

b. Stunts should be learned progressively, based on the coach‘s assessment of the cheerleaders‘ abilities. Stunts should never be performed or practiced without a coach‘s supervision.

6. KAIAC Tournament Competition a. A KAIAC cheerleading tournament competition (including varsity and junior-

varsity competitions) will be held on a date established by the host school, preferably coinciding with the basketball tournaments (same dates), but different locations.

b. A panel of four (4) judges will be hired for the year-ending KAIAC competition. If a panel of hired judges is not able to be secured, then a panel of judges from participating schools will be assembled.

c. Requirements for All-KAIAC Performances i. Participants must declare their intent to “tryout” two weeks prior to the event. ii. Only three (3) Level 1 cheerleaders from each school may try out for All-KAIAC. iii. The number of top scorers that receive all-Tournament patches will be determined base on the number of participants in the all-KAIAC competition. iv. Each participant must perform the following:

1) Individual tumbling pass with a minimum requirement of a cartwheel. 2) Individual jump sequence of 3 jumps 3) Cheer with fellow participants from the same school. All participants will perform the same cheer provided by the host school’s Commissioner.

v. All-KAIAC scoring rubric and judging sheets will be provided to all competing schools. Copies are located on pages 89-90 of the Constitution.

d. Each school must declare prior to the beginning of the regular season whether they will compete in Level 1 or Level 2 for the competition. This should be reported to the commissioner for that year.

e. Each year the host school and participating schools will follow the KAIAC Competition Rules and Regulations set out below. The host school will be required to provide the KAIAC rubric sheet that explains the scoring and the scoring sheets to each participating school. These can be found on pages 89-90 of this book. The rubric and score sheets are based on the UCA guidelines. The host school each year will receive the Competition checklist as seen on page 91 and a copy of the KAIAC Cheer Competition Host School Folder that will give all pertinent details and original handouts to be copied for each participating school. The folder is to be given to the host school at the fall KAIAC AD

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E. Cheerleading (Continued) meeting.

7. KAIAC Cheer Competition Rules and Regulations (Adapted from UCA Competition Document)

a. General Rules: i. School Divisions:

1) Level 1 Division:

9th-12th grade Maximum of 16 members which may include up to 3 males Above basic tumbling level (round-off toe touch, front walkover,

aerial, front & back handspring, back tuck, layout) Above basic stunting level (prep to extension, full-up extension,

prep level one-leg, one-leg extension, inversion) Above basic jump level (herkie, hurdler, toe touch, pike, sequence

combinations) Above entry-level experience

2) Level 2 Division:

7th-12th grade. Large schools may not utilize 7th and 8th graders. Maximum of 16 members which may include up to 3 males Basic tumbling level (forward roll, cartwheel, round-off) Basic stunting level (thigh stand, shoulder sit, elevator, prep to

extension) Basic jump level (herkie, toe touch) Entry-level experience

ii. School Representation and Team Participation 1) All members of the cheerleading squad must be current members of the official school spirit squad and must attend the school they are representing. 2) Individuals are NOT permitted to compete on two School Teams. 3) Teams may participate in more than one competition during the season. 4) The team and each participating member/coach should constantly display good sportsmanship throughout the entire performance in regards to respect for themselves, other teams and the viewing audience of all ages. Teams should refrain from any taunting, bragging, or suggestive expressions or gestures as well as discrimination of any nature. 5) We recommend that the team and each of its members display an overall appearance conducive to serving as public representatives and ambassadors of their school in regards to grooming, traditional and appropriate attire, conservative make-up, uniformity, etc.

iii. Uniform Guidelines 1) All participant uniforms must cover the midriff when standing at attention. Covered midriff does include flesh or nude-colored body suits and liners; however, fringe would not count as a cover. 2) Any team in violation of the uniform guidelines will be assessed a five (5) deduction.

iv. Time Limitations - Performance Routine 1) Each team’s presentation must include at least one cheer or sideline chant. The musical portion must not exceed one minute and thirty seconds. Total time limit is two minutes and thirty seconds. The timing will begin

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E. Cheerleading (Continued) with the first movement, voice, or note of music, whichever comes first. 2) If a team exceeds the time limit, a penalty will be assessed for each violation. Three (3) -point deductions for 1 – 5 seconds over, Five (5)-point deduction for 6-10 seconds over and Seven (7) point deduction for 11 seconds and over. 3) The routine time limit is 2:30. Acknowledging the potential variance caused by human reaction speed and sound system time variations, judges will not issue a deduction until their stopwatches show a time of 2:33. 4) Because penalties are severe, it is recommended that all teams time their performance several times prior to competition and leave a several second cushion to all for variations in sound equipment. 5) Introductions

All introductions (tumbling, entrances, chants, spell outs, etc. are considered part of the routine and will be timed as part of the performance.

All team breaks, rituals and traditions need to take place prior to entering the mat.

Teams should take the floor immediately with spirit and enthusiasm, but without excessive gestures. Example: chest bumps, hugs, handshakes, etc.

All teams should refrain from any type of excessive celebration following the team’s performance. Any team in violation will receive a ONE-point deduction.

There should not be any organized exits or other activities after the official ending of the routine.

v. Music - Performance Routine 1) Teams may use an unlimited number of songs in their routine at all competitions. 2) NHSCC MUSIC GUIDELINES -- All music used by teams competing must be licensed by ASCAP, BMI or SESAC.

vi. Competition Performance Area - Performance Routine 1) Participants must start in the competition area with at least one foot on the ground. 2) Teams may line up anywhere inside the competition area. KAIAC Competitions comply with the NFHS & AACCA surface ruling that school based programs may not compete on a spring floors. 3) Approximate floor size will be 54 feet wide by 42 feet deep (9 strips). 4) Any team member stepping outside or touching outside the performance area will cause the squad to receive a .5 penalty per occurrence. 5) A penalty will be assessed when any ONE full hand, foot or body part touches outside of the performance surface. Signs or props may be placed or dropped outside the competition area by a team member who must remain inside the competition area.

8. Interruption of Performance a. Unforeseen Circumstances

i. If, in the opinion of the competition officials, a team’s routine is interrupted because of failure of the competition equipment, facilities, or other factors attributable to the competition rather than the team, the team affected should STOP the routine.

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E. Cheerleading (Continued) ii. The team will perform the routine again in its entirety, but will be evaluated ONLY from the point where the interruption occurred. The degree and effect of the interruption will be determined by the competition officials.

b. Fault of Team i. In the event a team’s routine is interrupted because of failure of the team’s own equipment, the team must either continue the routine or withdraw from the competition. ii. The competition officials will determine if the team will be allowed to perform at a later time. If decided by officials, the team will perform the routine again in its entirety, but will be evaluated ONLY from the point where the interruption occurred.

c. Injury i. The only persons that may stop a routine for injury are: a) competition officials, b) the advisor / coach from the team performing or c) an injured individual. ii. The competition officials will determine if the team will be allowed to perform at a later time. If the competition officials allow a routine to be performed at a later time, the spot in the schedule where the re-performance is to take place is at the sole discretion of competition officials. The team may perform the routine again in its entirety, but will be evaluated ONLY from the point where the interruption occurred. iii. The injured participant that wishes to perform may not return to the competition floor unless:

1) The competition officials receive clearance from, first, the medical personnel attending to that participant, the parent (if present) AND THEN the head coach/advisor of the competing team. 2) If the medical personnel do not clear the participant, the participant can only return to the competition if a parent or legal guardian in attendance signs a return to participation waiver. 3) In the event of a suspected concussion, the participant cannot return to perform without clearance from a licensed medical professional that has training related to head injuries, even with a waiver from a parent or legal guardian.

9. How to Handle Procedural Questions a. Rules and Procedures: Any questions concerning the rules or procedures of the

competition will be handled exclusively by the advisor / coach of the team and will be directed to the Competition Director. Such questions should be made prior to the team’s competition performance.

b. Performance: Any questions concerning the team’s performance should be made to the Competition Director immediately after the team's performance and/or following the outcome of the competition.

10. Interruptions and/or Rulings Any interpretation of these Rules and Regulations or any decision involving any other aspect of the competition will be rendered by the KAIAC Rules Cheer Committee. The KAIAC Cheer Rules Committee will render a judgment in an effort to ensure that the competition proceeds in a manner consistent with the general spirit and goals of the competition. The KAIAC Cheer Rules Committee will consist of the Competition Director, Head Judge, and a designated competition official.

11. Sportsmanship All participants agree to conduct themselves in a manner displaying good sportsmanship throughout the competition with positive presentation upon entry and

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E. Cheerleading (Continued) exit from the performance area as well as throughout the routine. The advisor and coach of each team are responsible for seeing that team members, coaches, parents and other persons affiliated with the team conduct themselves accordingly. Severe cases of unsportsmanlike conduct are grounds for disqualification.

12. Deductions Any team in violation of these Rules and Regulations or any of the above mentioned guidelines will be assessed a ten point (10) deduction for each violation. This deduction does not apply to violations mentioned above that are designated a lesser point value.

13. Disqualifications Any team that does not adhere to the terms and procedures of these "Rules and Regulations" will be subject to disqualification from the competition, will automatically forfeit any right to any prizes or awards presented by the competition.

14. Finality of Decisions By participating in this competition, each team agrees that the decisions by the judges will be final and results may ONLY be reviewed for clarification. Each team acknowledges the necessity for the judges to make prompt and fair decisions in this competition and each team therefore expressly waives any legal, equitable, administrative or procedural review of such decisions.

15. Scores and Rankings Individual score sheets are for the exclusive use of each particular judge. Each judge has the responsibility and authority to review and submit his or her final scores and rankings prior to the final tally of the scores for all teams. Scores and rankings will be available only to coaches or captains at the conclusion of the competition.

16. Judging Criteria The judges will score teams using the criteria listed on the KAIAC score sheet adapted from UCA score sheet). Each team will be evaluated on a 100-point system. Cheer will count for 35 points and 65 points for the Music section of the routine. Each section will be averaged and then combined for the final score. Any deductions or violations will be taken off of the final averaged score. For more information on scoring, score sheet and judging criteria, please visit uca.varsity.com.

17. Safety Rules - Rules subject to change by AACCA. Go to www.AACCA.org for updates (Rules as of 2012-2013)

18. Awards - First, second, and third, place awards will be presented to the top three Level 1 schools. First and second place awards will be given to the top two Level 2 teams.

F. Soccer

FIFA rules will be followed for regular season and tournament matches with exceptions noted in the guidelines given here. KAIAC competes in three divisions (Blue, Red, White) with both boys‘ and girls‘ teams.

The following are important rule clarifications and modifications of note:

1. Team Roster, Uniforms, and Equipment KAIAC only participates officially in varsity boys‘ and girls‘ soccer, but teams may play “friendly” junior-varsity or “B” team games. A maximum of 22 players may suit up for each varsity and junior-varsity conference and tournament match. A roster of team members will be presented to the opposing coach or, if applicable, the official scorer‘s table before each match. The team members should wear like-

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F. Soccer (Continued) colored and design uniforms with easily read numbers on the front and back of the jersey. It is highly recommended that teams have home and away uniforms, one white or light-colored jerseys and the other dark colored jerseys. The important rule is that the opposing teams have a very distinct contrasting color uniform. It is advised that coaches contact teams in advance to assure the color contrast. Teams should bring “pennies” with them for situations where opposing uniform colors are not contrasting enough. The only exception would be the goal-keeper uniform that should contrast with other players. All players are required to wear shin guards for their safety and protection. Goalkeepers should have gloves while playing goal.

2. Facilities The pitch should be a grass, sand or artificial surface that is smooth and free of rocks or other objects that might result in injury. The pitch should have two official size goals in good repair with nets free of holes. The pitch should be lined with white chalk or paint to conform with official dimensions. Corner flags should be installed at corner kick areas. Water and medical kit should be available on or near the field. On-the-field benches and a scoreboard would be helpful. (See page 17 for additional comments on facilities)

3. Order of Matches Matches will be played with girls‘ varsity first followed by the boys‘ varsity team. Any junior-varsity matches will be played after the completion of all varsity matches that day. Junior-varsity matches will only be played on Fridays and Saturdays, light permitting.

4. Pre-Game Procedures Prior to each match, referees will re-check the field conditions, lines, goal nets and the pressure of the match ball. Coaches and officials will meet prior to the match to discuss any procedures and local facilities and conditions that might influence play. The referees and the team captains will also meet just prior to the match to check uniforms and equipment and discuss any procedures or local facilities and conditions that might influence play. A “coin toss” will be done to determine who will have the ball first and what goal will be defended. A warm-up time of approximately 15 minutes will begin as soon as both teams take the field. Warm-up time will include stretching, passing, drills, and finish with shooting on goal. Warm-up may have to be altered depending on teams‘ arrival times on the field. For players, warm-up time should not be less than 10 minutes.

5. Length of Matches and Starting Times The varsity matches will consist of two halves of 40-minutes for the girls and boys matches. The referees will keep the official time on the field and will add injury and time-outs to the length of the game. There will be ten minute half-times. During the regular season conference play, games ending in a tie at the end of regulation time will remain as such. Junior-varsity matches will play two halves of 30-minutes for boys and girls with a five minute half-time. Starting times for weekday matches at the beginning of the season in March will be 3:00 P.M. and Saturday matches are 9:00 A.M. Beginning in April, a school may adjust the starting times to 3:30 P.M. Of course, schools with lighted fields may begin at 3:30 P.M. for the entire season. In any case, the hosting school must notify the visiting school(s) and referees at the beginning of the season.

6. Scoring During the regular season for team standing, the following points will be awarded:

Win = 3 points Tie = 1 point Loss = 0 points If at the end of the regular season two teams have the same number of possible

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F. Soccer (Continued) points, they will be declared co-champions or co-holders of that place and seeding will be determined by the Tie-Breaking Procedures found on page 16.

7. Field Captain The player captain on the field will serve as the official spokesperson with the referee when there are questions about a call or procedures.

8. Substitution Boys and girls‘ soccer substitutions are not to exceed three (3) substitutions at any one time with unlimited substitutions permitted for each game. Free substitutions are permitted during “dead ball” situations. Only the team which has possession may stop play to substitute. If this occurs, then the other team is permitted to substitute at the same time.

9. Swing Players If junior-varsity match is played on same day as a varsity with the same school, that player may only play a combined three halves (junior-varsity + varsity = 3 halves). A varsity starting player may not start a junior-varsity match.

10. Mercy Rule The “Mercy Rule” will go into effect when one team takes an 8-goal lead or differential over the other. Once the “Mercy Rule” is in effect: 1) the leading team should clear its bench and make substitutions and/or player repositionings that will prevent the intentional running-up of a score; 2) the rule will continue for the remainder of the match even if the other team closes the score below 8-goals. If the 8-goal or more lead is at half-time, the referee will ask the trailing team: 1) Freeze the score and the game is officially over, but the teams will continue to scrimmage as a “friendly;” 2) Call the game over; 3) Continue the game with the final score reflected at the end of regulation time.

11. Player Unsportsmanlike Behavior A player‘s behavior that the referee would judge to be a disruptive influence on the match or be considered unsportsmanlike can result in a “yellow or red card.” The yellow card is considered a warning with a second yellow card or red card resulting in that player being ineligible to continue play. If a player receives a red card at any time during a match, he/she must leave the field immediately and is ineligible to play the remainder of that match and the entire next match, either regular season or tournament. An official may give a red card at any time, but a second yellow card is automatically counted as a red card for any one player in a game. The offending individual will be asked to leave the playing area and the team will play with one less player. The name of the offending player will be sent to the KAIAC President by the referee in order to inform the conference schools.

12. Coaching Coaching will be permitted from the sideline of the field. This is interpreted to mean that the team may receive instructions from the bench area.

13. Coach’s Unsportsmanlike Behavior Unsportsmanlike coaching, which would be any action the referee judged to be a disruptive influence on the match, will not be permitted. Examples include tactics designed to delay the game, continual jumping up from the bench, pacing the bench area, loud or abusive language, comments to opposing teams, throwing of objects, or displaying temper or disgust in any overt manner. Disruptive or unsportsmanlike coaching as interpreted by the referee may result in a “yellow or red card.” The yellow card is considered a warning with a second yellow card or red card resulting in that individual being ineligible to

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continue coaching. If a coach receives a red card during a match, he/she must leave the field immediately and is ineligible to coach the remainder of that match and the entire next match, either regular season or tournament. The name of the offending coach will be sent to the KAIAC President by the referee in order to inform the conference schools.

14. KAIAC Tournaments Blue, Red, and White Division tournaments for boys and girls will be held at the end of the conference season utilizing the Tournament Competition Procedures found in IV.I. All KAIAC teams will participate in the KAIAC post-season tournaments. a. Prior to the beginning of the KAIAC Tournament, all coaches will submit the

names and numbers of a maximum of twenty-two (22) players who will compete in the tournament. Once this list has been submitted, there will be no additions or changes made to the roster.

b. The tournaments will be modified single-elimination or double elimination. Each team will be guaranteed at least two games.

c. Tournament matches will consist of two halves of 40-minutes for both boys and girls. The length of the halves my be altered to accommodate availability of facilities and daylight hours, but must go through the Governing Board or be done in consultation with the President and the approval of all the participating tournament schools.

d. Tournament seeding is based on the team‘s regular season record and finish. Seeding takes into account only those matches played within each division.

e. If at the end of the season two teams have the same conference record, they will be declared co-champions or co-holders of that place and seeding will be determined by the Tie-Breaking Procedures found in IV.I.5.

f. Throughout the KAIAC Tournament, the upper bracket will be considered the home team and will wear white or a light color uniform.

g. If a player or coach receives a “red card” during a tournament match, he/ she must leave the field and he/she is ineligible to play for the remainder of that match and the entire next match.

h. During tournament play, ties will be settled with either two (2) five-minute overtimes or by a shoot-out. The decision of tie-breaking format will be decided at the Governing Board meeting or in consultation with the with the President and the approval of all the participating tournament schools.

i. The penalty shoot-out will follow these procedures: (1) Each team will nominate five (5) players from those who were on field

when the game finished to take one penalty shot each. (2) Each team will take alternate penalty shots and the team with the greatest number

of goals scored at the end of five (5) penalty shots will be declared the winner. (3) If the score is still a draw after the five (5) penalties, the game will be decided by a

“sudden death” shootout. Each team will take alternate penalty shots until one side misses.

(4) Players participating in the “sudden death” penalty shootout cannot come from the origin- nal five penalty takers. These players must have been on the field when the game finished.

j. If during the KAIAC Tournament there is an “if” game, it will consist of two (2) 10 minute halves each way. If the scores are still even, there will be one additional 10 minute over time. If the scores are still even, the championship will be decided by the shoot-out procedures outlined above in 14i.

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G. Swimming U.S. Swimming Rules and Regulations will be employed throughout the conference season and will be followed with limited exceptions. Modifications to the U.S. Swimming Rules will be decided at the KAIAC board level. Swimming competes in one division with both boys‘ and girls‘ teams. 1. Swimming Season

The official KAIAC swimming season is the spring. Teams must hold a minimum of ten (10) practice days before the season for the purpose of conditioning and the safety of the student-athlete. Swim teams are permitted to conduct practices starting at the beginning of the winter sports season. The KAIAC season will consist of 2 conference swim meets which will be held primarily on Saturday mornings, with alternate dates on Wednesday afternoons/evenings. Smaller invitational meets (no more than 5 per team) may be scheduled by schools as well. The final meet will be the KAIAC Tournament with a program to include the full range of events covered within the season.

2. Team Roster High school students should primarily make up a swim team. If the team can not be filled with high school swimmers, the school must request a waiver from the board to use 7th & 8th grade students. A maximum of 12 girls and 12 boys may swim at each meet. There is no minimum number of swimmers required to constitute a team. Smaller schools are encouraged to fill as many events as possible. In an all-team meet, each school can enter up to three swimmers per event and up to two relay teams in each listed relay. An individual swimmer is limited to swimming three individual events and once in each of the freestyle and medley relays. In an invitational meet, the host school will determine the numbers of events per swimmer and swimmers per event.

3. Exhibition Swimmers a. "Exhibition" swimmers are not eligible to swim for points. b. Each school is permitted an additional two (2) girls and two (2) boys to be

entered as "exhibition" swimmers only (in addition to the maximum team size of twenty-four). Hence, a total of twelve (12) competition girls and twelve (12) competition boys would only be eligible to swim for competition points and two (2) exhibition girls and two (2) exhibition boys would be eligible to swim as exhibition only for each team.

c. No “exhibition” relay teams will be permitted in the all-team meets. The host of each invitational meet will determine whether exhibition relays will be allowed and how many.

d. The additional two (2) boy and two (2) girl "exhibition" swimmers are permitted to enter in any event of their choice even if the team has the maximum number of three (3) individual entries for that event.

e. Competition swimmers who are swimming for competition points and have entered in less than three (3) individual events, may also swim as an "exhibition" swimmer in any other event/s as long as they do not exceed the maximum number of three (3) individual events.

f. In the invitational meets, the host will determine the allowed number of exhibition swimmers.

4. Meet Starting Times Swim meets being held on Saturday mornings will run from 11:00 A.M. to approximately 2:00 P.M. The pool will be available for warm-up at 9:30 A.M. with

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G. Swimming (Continued) the first event commencing at 11:00 A.M. The starting time of each swim meet will be confirmed by the host school at the commencement of the season.

5. Hosting of Meets The hosting of swim meets is to be shared between the participating schools.

6. Assistance at Meets A minimum of two (2) officials are required from all participating teams at each swim meet. These officials may be teachers, older responsible students or interested parents. The number of people required will be confirmed by the host school and communicated to well in advance of each meet.

7. Program of Events There will be one all-team meet for the A format and one for the B format listed in Section G.21. The host school will determine the format for the invitational meets. All meets will be run as “Timed Finals” events.

8. Entry Procedure For all meets (invitational, all-team, and the tournament), all teams must use Team Manager to email their entries to the host school. The host school will designate the time these entries are due.

9. Scratch Procedures Any known “scratchings” should be given in writing to the official recorder on arrival at the venue, or where necessary, as soon as possible, prior to the event being run. No substitutions can be made on race day for individual events once entries are finalized. Relay team members may be changed on the day of competition providing only the listed alternates are used and an up-to- date list is given to the official recorder prior to the event.

10. Number of Swimmers per event For invitational meets, the host school will determine the number of swimmers per event and the number of relays to be entered. For all-team meets and the tournament, each participating school may enter up to three swimmers per event. Each school is able to enter two teams for each of the relay races, the Medley and the Freestyle relays. A swimmer can only swim once in each of the relay events.

11. Seeding the Heats Meet Manager will be used for setting up the meet, for seeding the heats, and for reporting the results. Meets will be run with the slowest heats first and the fastest heats last. Usual conventions will be followed with regards to placing swimmers in lanes and is to be consistent throughout the season.

12. Event Winners The swimmers‘ times from the heats will determine the winner and places for that event. Heats will be held with no finals. The winner of the event will be the fastest swimmer of all the heats held. If a school is manually timing swimmers, 3 timekeepers per lane is preferred with the median time recorded. That is, if there were three times of 30.97s, 31.04s and 31.35s, the fastest and slowest times are eliminated and the middle time is recorded. If two timekeepers are used, then the average time of the two times should be recorded. When using stopwatches, a Chief Judge shall determine overall places and the times should reflect these.

13. Point Scoring Each individual swimmer will be awarded points depending on his/her overall placing in each event, according to his/her place when all the heats of that event are compared.

14. Awarding of Points Points earned in the individual events will be 20 points for first place; 18 for second; 16 for third; 15 for fourth, decreasing by one for each successive place to

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G. Swimming (Continued) the 18th place. The scoring for that event would be: 20, 18, 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Points earned in the relay events will be double that of individual events. Point scoring will similarly range from 40 points for first place; 36 points for second, and so on. The scoring for that event would be: 40, 36, 32, 30, 28, 26, 24, 22, 20, 18, 16, 14, 12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2.

15. Swim Meet Winners The winning school for a particular swim meet will be the team that accrues the most points after the completion of all races. The following categories will be used: Girl‘s Team, Boy‘s Team, Combined Swim Team.

16. Conference Standing The Conference standings will be determined by the two all-team meets held during the season. The results of these two meets will be compiled to deter mine the Conference Champions in the three categories: Boys Team, Girls Team, and Combined Team.

17. Results A full set of results including Meet Results, Team Scores (Boys, Girls, and Combined), Individual Scores (Boys and Girls), and Progressive KAIAC Records will be generated at the conclusion of each of the all-team meets. The host school of each all-team or invitational meet will forward this information to each participating school.

18. KAIAC Swimming Coordinator The following set of tasks needs to be completed throughout the season, by the KAIAC Swimming Coordinator: a. Maintain a full set of results for each Swim Meet including meet results, team

scores, individual scores, and Progressive KAIAC Records. b. Organize Girls‘, Boys‘, and Combined Team scores and rankings in tables for the

Conference. c. Organize Individual swimmers (Girls and Boys) scores and rankings in tables

for the Conference. d. Maintain the Progressive KAIAC Records and update the KAIAC records at the

end of each Swim Meet. e. Organize Conference Awards and Tournament Awards and “new” Record Holder

certificates presented at the conclusion of the season. f. Report meet results, in conjunction with the meet hosts, to the KAIAC

President. This report should include team results as well as all-KAIAC honors (for the final meet).

19. Records KAIAC Records established for each of the events during the swimming season will be recognized and will be updated at the end of each all-team swim meet. KAIAC records can only be broken at the two all-team meets and the tournament.

20. U.S. Swimming Technical Rules The technical rules of swimming are designed to provide fair and equitable conditions of competition and to promote uniformity in the sport. Each swimming stroke has specific rules designed to ensure that no swimmer gets an un- fair competitive advantage over another swimmer. Trained officials observe the swimmers during each event to ensure compliance with these technical rules. If a swimmer commits an infraction of the rules, that person will be disqualified from that event which means he/she will not receive an official time nor be eligible for an award in that event. Disqualifications may result from actions such as not getting to the starting blocks on time, false starting, walking on or pushing off the bottom of the pool, pulling on the lane lines, or having unsportsmanlike behavior.

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G. Swimming (Continued) U.S. Swimming Rules and Regulations govern very specifically the start; stroke; kick; turns; and finish for the breaststroke; butterfly, backstroke; free style; individual medley; and relays. These rules will be distributed or are available on USS website.

21. KAIAC Starting Rules Subject to the discretion of the referee/starter, a false start/infraction occurs when a swimmer: a. Unnecessarily delays in reporting for the start, or in assuming a starting

position; b. Leaves the mark before the starting signal; c. Does not remain motionless immediately prior to the start. Other swimmers are to

be released by the starter‘s command, “Stand up”. d. Swimmers are allowed one false start /infraction. If the swimmer has a second

false start/infraction, the swimmer or team will be disqualified. 22. KAIAC Swimming Meets

The program of the invitational meets will be determined by the host school. One of the all-team meets will be Program A, the other will be Program B. The KAIAC tournament will be the Full Program across two days – (See Below)

PROGRAM “A”

PROGRAM “B”

FULL PROGRAM

200 Free 200 Medley Relay 100 Back 50 Breast 100 IM 50 Free 100 Fly 200 Free Relay

200 IM 200 Medley Relay 50 Free 100 Breast 50 Back 100 Free 50 Fly 200 Free Relay

(Day One) 200 Free 100 Back 50 Breast 100 IM 50 Free 100 Fly 200 Medley Relay

(Day Two) 200 IM 50 Fly 100 Free 50 Back 100 Breast 200 Free Relay

H. Wrestling, American Football, Softball, and Baseball

Not all KAIAC schools participate in wrestling, football, softball, baseball, and track & field. The DoDDS members do participate in all of these sports and have established rules and regulations for play that are not presently addressed in the KAIAC By-Laws. International schools who choose to participate in these athletic events will follow these rules and regulations established by DoDDS until which point the KAIAC fully institutes these sports.

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Section VI—KAIAC Music Festivals

A. KAIAC Large Group Festival Procedures

1. Format: The High School KAIAC Festival is an adjudicated performance for each school’s whole ensemble. Students should be prepared to perform 2 or 3 contrasting pieces at a particular grade level appropriate to the level of the ensemble. Each ensemble performance will be immediately followed by a clinic. Directors will have the choice of receiving a rating of Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Merit. Alternatively, directors can choose to only have comments. Each guest ensemble will be required to watch at least one other ensemble either before or after their performance. 2. Benefits:

An adjudicated festival helps to build each school’s music program by creating performance goals for the whole ensemble. It creates team building, leadership skills, and important ensemble skills such as balance and blend within the group. It also helps to build camaraderie between students and develop pride in themselves, their ensemble, and their school. The students will have the opportunity to receive feedback from highly qualified adjudicators and meet and hear other accomplished ensembles. 3. Festival Schedule:

Each group will have 5 half-hour slots of activities from the time they arrive.

Arrival, unpacking and storage of cases Warm-up room – warm-up exercises, tuning and preparation for performance Performance – adjudicated performance on stage Clinic – a 20 – 25 min clinic with one of the adjudicators Audience – ensembles will have the opportunity to watch other schools perform

(This could also happen at the beginning or end, depending on performance time.) Example Ensemble Schedule:

School Arrival Audience Warm‐up Performance Clinic Audience Departure

School 1 8:15am N/A 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30 or stay

and watch

School 2 8:45am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30 or stay

and watch

School 3 9:15am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm

School 4 9:45am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am N/A 12:00pm

School 5 10:15am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm N/A 12:30pm

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A. KAIAC Large Group Festival Procedures (Continued) 4. Ratings and Repertoire: a. Adjudicators rate participating ensembles using Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze

& Merit standards of excellence. The number and level of awards presented in any category will be at the sole discretion of the adjudicators.

b. Directors may decide to register their ensemble as “NR” (no rating). NR Ensembles will receive a certificate of participation as well as the customary clinic following their performance.

c. One selection may come from the graded repertoire list provided. This will depend on the decision for the given year by the music representatives.

d. Ensembles should perform between 8 and 20 minutes of contrasting repertoire. e. A Merit rating would mean that the ensemble did not receive a ‘passing grade’.

The adjudicators will each give a rating on the adjudication sheet provided. With 3 adjudicators giving ratings, an ensemble could receive two Gold ratings and one Silver, for example. In that situation the final rating would be the best 2 out of 3, so the ensemble would receive a Gold rating on the certificate. The final rating will be an average of the three ratings.

f. The ratings should not be based on a specific calculation of marks for the performance categories as this leads to schools competing for number one. The highest rating a school could receive would be a Triple Platinum rating. Not a 49 out of 50 for example.

Concert Band Rubric Example:

Category Bronze Silver Gold Platinum

Pitch

Accuracy

Ensemble is unable to

perform many of the notes

and rhythms accurately.

Ensemble performs some of

the notes and rhythms

accurately.

Ensemble performs most of

the notes and rhythms

accurately.

Ensemble consistently

performs the notes and

rhythms accurately.

Rhythmic

Accuracy

Ensemble is unable to read

or perform any of the

rhythms appropriate to the

grade level.

Ensemble reads and performs

grade level appropriate

rhythms with inconsistency

and hesitation in maintaining

a steady beat.



rhythms with no

inconsistency and little

hesitation in maintaining a

steady beat.



rhythms while maintaining a

steady beat.

Dynamics

Attention to dynamic

levels is not obvious.

Dynamic levels fluctuate

but can be discerned.

Dynamic levels are

typically accurate and

consistent.

Dynamic levels are

obvious, consistent, and an

accurate

interpretation of the

style of music.

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Articulation Few secure attacks.

Markings are typically

not executed accurately.

Attacks are sometimes

secure, but markings

are often executed

accurately as directed

by the score and/or the

conductor.

Attacks are usually

secure, though there

might be an isolated

error. Markings are

executed accurately as

directed by the score and/or

the conductor.

Secure attacks.

Markings (staccato,

legato, slur, accents,

etc.) are executed

accurately as directed

by the score and/or the

conductor.

Balance &

Blend

Little attention given to

balance, blend. Listening

skills are missing and no

attention is focused on the

overall sound.

Dominance by one or more

players or sections creates

occasional balance problems.

Usually accurate, musical

harmonic blend.

Musical and accurate

harmonic balance and blend

throughout.

The intended timbres are

brought out throughout the

composition.

Tone Quality

Ensemble uses air that is

too fast, producing a sound

that is "shrill" or uses air

that is too slow producing a

sound that is "breathy".

Ensemble uses appropriate

air speed to produce a sound

that is pure and sustained for

the notes of the middle

register but has difficulty

with the notes of the low and

high registers.


air speed producing a sound


the notes of the middle and

low registers but has

difficulty with the notes of

the high register.


air speed producing a sound


the notes of the low, middle,

and high registers.

Intonation

Intonation problems on

many notes. Pitch

adjustments are still

developing.

Intonation problems on some

notes. Pitch adjustments are

still developing.

Minimal intonation

difficulties. Pitch adjustments

are usually successful.

Accurate intonation in all

ranges and registers. Pitch

adjustments are consistently

successful.

5. Adjudicators:

a. A festival should have 4 adjudicators who will rotate through the adjudication tables and clinic. There will be three tables set up apart from each other where the adjudicators will listen and make comments about the performance. The 4th adjudicator will be in a clinic. The adjudicator at table 3 will be the adjudicator to take the performing ensemble to the clinic session and work with the ensemble on details and comments about the performance.

b. At least one adjudicator should give comments verbally into a voice recorder to be given to the director after the performance. This adjudicator will still write down a rating on the adjudication sheet, but will not be required to write down comments as they will be recorded.

Musicality

Little if any attention to

musical interpretation,

style, phrasing, tempo, or

emotional involvement.

Developing musical

interpretation and style with

limited phrasing, contrasts

and emotional involvement.

Usually musical interpretation

of the represented time

period/style with musical

phrasing, tempo and


Consistent musical

interpretation of the

represented time

period/style with musical

phrasing, tempo and


Performance

Etiquette

Students are talking on

stage, are disorganized,

improperly dressed, and

distracted.

Some of the students display

proper posture, follow the

conductor, make appropriate

eye contact and are dressed

appropriately.

Most of the students display

proper posture, follow the



appropriately.

Students display proper

posture, follow the



appropriately.

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Sample Adjudicator Schedule:

6. No Rating Option:

The director of a developing ensemble may choose to only receive comments on the performance. In this situation the ensemble director will receive feedback on the performance but will not issue a rating. 7. Awards and Certificates:

Every ensemble that receives a rating of “bronze” will receive a certificate with their rating on it. Ensembles that receive a “silver” rating will receive a small plaque with their rating on it. Ensembles that receive a “gold” rating or “platinum” rating will receive a large plaque with their rating on it. 8. The Adjudicator’s Honor Award:

a. To receive an Adjudicator’s Honor Award at the Festival for a student, the director of that student must send in the name and instrument ahead of time. This is an optional award given at the director’s discretion.

b. This award is for a student who demonstrates exceptional promise and ability in performance on their instrument. The student you select should excel musically, take on a leadership role and be deserving of recognition.

Sample Certificates:

Adjudicator

Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Clinic Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Clinic

Adjudicator A

9:00

(School 1)

9:30

(School 2)

10:00

(School 3)

10:30

(School 3)

11:00

(School 5)

Adjudicator B

9:00

(School 1)

9:30

(School 2)

10:00

(School 2)

10:30

(School 4)

11:00

(School 5)

Adjudicator C

9:00

(School 1)

9:30

(School 1)

10:00

(School 3)

10:30

(School 4)

11:00

(School 5)

11:30

(School 5)

Adjudicator D

10:00

(School 3)

10:30

(School 4)

10:30

(School 4)

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9. Audio/Video Requirements:

Each ensemble will be video recorded and then delivered to the director of each ensemble. Voice recorders will also be required for one of the adjudicators. The recorded comments and video recording should be given to the director upon leaving the festival. 10. Registration Package:

Each director should receive a registration package outlining the festival format and with any relevant instructions and performance times. 11. Registration Procedures:

a. The hosting school will have a registration desk set up at the arrival doors of the festival with two attendants. The registration desk attendant will have a large envelop for each school containing the registration forms and 3 copies of the adjudication forms filled out and ready to go. The director will then give three original copies of the scores to the attendant to place into the envelope. The attendant will ensure that a student escort stays with the group and directs them to each festival location. b. The registration attendant must then take the envelope and bring the ensemble bios and Honor Award to the emcee and bring the stage layout forms to the stage crew. The attendant will then bring the adjudication sheets and scores to the

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A. KAIAC Large Group Festival Procedures (Continued) judge’s tables. c. After the performance the attendant will collect the adjudication sheets and scores from the judges and review the adjudication sheets to ensure the adjudicator gave comments and a rating. While the group is in the clinic the attendant will collect the video recording and audio comments and put everything into the envelope. Finally the attendant will ensure that the performance certificate is included and the appropriate rating is on the certificate. 12. Student Escorts:

Each school ensemble or group will have a student or volunteer to stay with the group and direct them to the different festival locations. 13. Festival Forms:

The director of each ensemble is responsible to provide all the festival forms by the due date. These include an Ensemble Biography Form, Stage Layout Form, Honor Award Nominee Form, and General information Form. 14. Emcee:

There should be a teacher or administrator emcee to introduce each performing group and the repertoire to be performed. The emcee will also read out the ensemble biography and introduce the judges each time. Finally the emcee will call up the adjudicator from table 3 to present the Adjudicator’s Honor Award immediately after finishing the repertoire on stage. The emcee should receive ensemble bios ahead of time to practice pronunciation where needed. 15. Stage Crew:

There should be a group of 4-5 competent music students provided to set up the stage quickly before each ensemble performance. The stage crew will receive stage layout forms to indicate ensemble stage requirements. 16. Festival Food:

Meal options are at the discretion of the hosting school. They may offer a snack table or make contact with the school cafeteria. The hosting school must inform festival participants of the options available well ahead of time to allow for schools to adjust their meal schedule accordingly. 17. Group Photos:

It is recommended that a photographer be hired to take group photos after each group has finished. The directors will then have the option of purchasing the photos. 18. Festival Deadlines:

It is essential that strict deadlines be put in place to assure a smooth running festival both on the part of the hosting school and the festival participants. These deadlines will be set by the KAIAC music coordinator.

B. High School National Honor Festival

Each year KAIAC and KIMEA (Korea International Music Educators Association) will co-sponsor a two-day honor music festival for high school (9th-12th grade) that includes band, choir, and orchestra. 1. Purpose:

a. Provide a high-quality musical experience for the best international high school students in all of Korea. This musical opportunity provides a more

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B. High School National Honor Festival (Continued) challenging musical experience.

b. Provide a sense of pride and accomplishment for the students who have earned a spot in the National Honor Festival through an audition process.

Provide an opportunity for students to collaborate with students from all over Korea.

c. Attract the most talented music students in Korea. d. Attract high quality English-speaking clinicians/conductors. e. Provide a performance opportunity for students outside of a school setting. 2. Date:

a. The National Honor Festival will be a Friday/Saturday event either the 1st or 2nd weekend after the KAIAC basketball tournament, avoiding the Lunar New Year holiday. This weekend will be free from other KAIAC events.

b. Music directors will meet in the spring to organize the next year’s National Music Honor Festival. The meeting will decide: 1) Host school/schools for rehearsals 2) Guest directors 3) Festival schedule

c. Performance literature will be decided by the guest conductors. d. Dress code – All black, concert dress e. Audition material and guidelines 1) Students will make recordings using the AMIS audition material and

guidelines. 2) Audition materials will be available by May of the previous year. 3) All recordings will be mailed to the host school by the end of the 1st week in

November. 4) Audition panels will be organized to rank the auditions and decide the total

number of students into each honor ensemble. 5) All judging will be blind. The judges will not know the name of the student or

which school they are from. 3. Funding:

KAIAC will provide no more than 50 percent of the funding for the National Honor Festival with the understanding that KAIAC students will represent at least 50 percent of the students in the festival. KIMEA (Korea International Music Educators Association) will provide the rest of the funds. 4. Awards All awards will be presented to individuals and/or schools as approved by the KAIAC governing board. Students selected to the National Honor Festival will receive patches. Samples below:

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C. Middle School Honor Festivals

Each year KAIAC and KIMEA (Korea International Music Educators Association) will co-sponsor three one-day honor music festivals for middle school- one festival for MS band, one festival for MS choir, and one festival for MS orchestra. 1. Date:

Music directors will meet in the spring to organize the next year’s Middle School Festival. The meeting will decide: a. Host school b. Guest directors c. Festival schedule d. Performance literature 2. Dress code:

Students will pay a fee to receive t-shirts for the festival. 3. Meeting:

Music directors will meet during the year to discuss instrumentation, student numbers, and other festival details.

D. KAIAC Music Coordinator

Will be elected by a majority vote of the KAIAC music teachers at the March KAIAC meeting. 1. Term:

a. The KAIAC Music Coordinator will serve from July 1st to the following June 30th.

b. The same person can be re-elected as the KAIAC Music Coordinator. 2. Qualifications:

a. Must be a music director at a KAIAC member school. b. Must be in their second year as a member of KAIAC music. 3. Duties:

a. Confirm the dates and locations of all the KAIAC music festivals with all the KAIAC music directors by the second Friday in September.

b. Confirm the dates and locations of all the KAIAC music festivals with the KAIAC president by the last Friday in September.

c. Update the “Directory of KAIAC Music Teachers.” d. Communicate with the KAIAC webmaster relevant information regarding all

KAIAC music festivals. e. Communicate with the “host” director of each KAIAC music festival throughout

the year leading up to each festival. f. Attend as many of the KAIAC music festivals as possible. g. Write a KAIAC music budget proposal that will be presented at the March

KAIAC board meeting, unless the proposal is the same as the current year. h. Work with the KAIAC music directors to make proposed changes to the KAIAC

constitution. The proposed changes will be presented at the March KAIAC board meeting.

i. Report results (including all-KAIAC selections and team results) to the KAIAC President within 48 hours of each festival.

j. Write a report that details the activity of KAIAC music throughout the whole school year. This report will be presented at the May KAIAC board meeting.

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k. Chair the March KAIAC music meeting and any other KAIAC music meeting as needed.

68Section VII—KAIAC Forensics (Speech & Debate) Competitions A. Purpose The ultimate goal of the forensics competition is to promote and improve student‘s presentation and oral skills. The following procedures and guidelines govern the Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference speech and debate competitions. B. Guidelines

1. Meets: KAIAC will annually hold a minimum of three two-day conference speech and debate meets and one two-day culminating tournament meet. Friday evening will be designated for the Individual Event section of the meet, while Saturday is designated for the Debate Section of the meet. The conference tournament should be held in the early spring season.

2. High School and Middle School Participation: The meets are designed for high school students (grades 9-12); however, mature seventh and eighth grade students are permitted to participate and may assist a school in beginning its forensics program. Seventh and eighth graders will not be eligible to participate in any NFL competitions.

3. Coaches’ Meetings: Speech and debate coaches will meet at the invitation of the KAIAC governing board or in late spring and early fall as part of the KAIAC governing board meeting. Coaches will also meet at each tournament. The purpose of the meetings will be to decide on the tournament dates and locations, debate topics, rule changes, clinics, and any other business. The Head of Forensics for that year will post minutes on the KAIAC Speech and Debate wiki as well as send email notification of the minutes.

4. Entries: Each school is allowed a maximum of three competitors per event per tournament. In the case of duo interpretation and debate, the maximum is three teams of two competitors per school per tournament. There is no minimum number of entrants for any event or overall.

5. Meet Procedures: a. Registration: Hosting schools will send out tournament entry forms and

information at least two weeks before the event. b. Entry Forms: Each school must e-mail or fax a copy of its entry form for each

tournament no later than the Friday before the tournament dates. b. Tournament Entry Fees: Tournament Entry Fees of 5,000 won per student will be

charged to defray the costs of hosting the tournament. d. Judging: Each school will be responsible to provide up to four judges for each

tournament, as follows: IE Judging Requirements: Events Entered Judges Needed

1 1 2 or 3 2 4 or 5 3 6 or 7 4 8 or 9 5

Debate Judging Requirements:

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Teams Entered Judges Needed 1 1 2-4 2 5-6 3

1) The first judge may NOT be a coach. Judges must be available all day. Failure to

bring enough judges will cost an additional W100,000 per missing judge per day. 2) Training of judges is the individual school coach‘s responsibility prior to the tournament; however, the tournament host will try to provide some assistance in training at tournaments.

e. Timekeeping & Timekeepers: Timekeepers will be provided by the host schools as possible.

f. Audiences: Only coaches are allowed to sit in on rounds. Competitors in that round, timekeepers, and judges are the only other people permitted in the room, unless authorized by the tournament host and approved by the judge in that round. Audiences should show respect towards all competitors (i.e. brief, polite applause after speeches), but they should not be a distraction to the competitors (no posters or banners are permitted to cheer on a specific competitor or team). Finals and semi-finals will have open seating for all that can fit in the room, but once the doors close nobody may enter unless they are double-entered. No one is permitted to leave in the middle of a round.

g. Finals: In IE the top six competitors in each event will make it to the finals. In debate, the third and fourth-place teams in the preliminary rounds will make it to the semi-finals, while the first- and second place teams in the preliminary rounds will make it to the finals. The winner of the semi-finals will be awarded third place and the loser fourth place; the winner of the finals will be awarded first place and the loser second place.

h. Responsibilities of Shared Tournaments:

Site Host Administrative Host

Room allocation and maps

Arrange for Food Service on site

Student timers and training of timers

Supplies (signage, pens, timing devices)

Arrange for Emergency Judges (back ups)

Contact schools regarding registration Collect registration Schedule rounds Create badges Run Tab room Run Opening (training- judges/student

meetings) and Closing Ceremony (awards) Print and Copy Ballots Print Certificates Find Extra Judges needed to run a tournament Pay for Hospitality food and all catering needs Pay for emergency judges supplied by host

location Write topics and draws: extemp, impromptu,

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B. Guidelines (Forensics, Continued) 6. Awards:

a. Meet Awards: The cost of awards for regular season meets will be incurred by the hosting school. The conference will supply the final end-of-year all-conference patches and all-tournament medals.

b. KAIAC Conference Awards: All-conference patches will be awarded to individual participants based upon team finish during the end-of-season tournament. Team finish is determined by sweepstakes points (See Section VI, D12) earned at this tournament. All-conference recipients will be selected by the school coach. There will be plaques presented to the first, second, and third place teams.

Teams receive All-Conference awards based on the following chart: Team Finish Number of All-Conference Awards 1st 4 2nd 3 3rd 2 4th 1 Other Places 1 c. KAIAC Tournament Awards: Individual tournament medals will be presented to

the students who were the first, second, and third-place winners in each of the individual events and first, second, third, and fourth-place winners in the three debate events. There will be plaques presented to the first, second, and third-place teams.

d. KAIAC Appreciation Award: The Forensics Coordinator will be recognized by an award given at the season-end tournament award ceremony.

e. KAIAC Forensics Coordinator: Each year at the last coaches meeting of the year, the coaches will elect an Assistant Coordinator of KAIAC Forensics for the following school year. The Assistant Coordinator will become the Coordinator the following school year (if still in position). If the Assistant Coordinator is no longer available to KAIAC forensics, the coaches will elect both a Coordinator and an Assistant Coordinator for the following school year. The Coordinator, assisted by the Assistant Coordinator, will: 1) Ensure that this constitution is followed, 2) Provide direction, in consultation with coaches, as issues arise, 3) Head dispute resolution, 4) Interact with the KAIAC President as needed. 5) Report results of each Forensics competition, in conjunction with the host school, to the KAIAC President within 48 hours of the competition. This report should include team results as well as all-KAIAC honors (Mar, 2014).

7. Changes to Constitution: Changes to the constitution shall be made by majority vote by forensics coaches attending the May KAIAC meeting. These changes shall

71be written up as an addendum, to be posted on the forensics wiki, and shall be in force for the following school year as part of this constitution. These same changes will be submitted to KAIAC governing board before the March KAIAC meeting to be incorporated into the on-line and printed constitution.

B. Guidelines (Forensics, Continued)

8. School Numbers: Permanent school numbers are assigned for consistency and clarity. School numbers are: 1. Korea International School (KIS), 2. Asia Pacific International School (APIS), 4. Seoul International School (SIS), 5. Taejon Christian International School (TCIS), 6. Yongsan International School of Seoul (YISS), 7. Gyeonggi-Suwon International School (GSIS), 8. Seoul Foreign School (SFS), 9. Dwight School Seoul (DSS). Numbers will be assigned to schools that join KAIAC forensics.

C. General Rules 1. Events: KAIAC Forensics meets and tournament shall consist of Solo Interpretation,

Duo Interpretation, Poetry, Prose, Oratory, Extemporaneous, Impromptu, Public Forum Debate, and Parliamentary Debate.

2. Entrants: Each KAIAC school is limited to three entrants or pairs per event. 3. Double Entry: Students may triple enter with a few exceptions.

a. Students may not double enter in 2 IE and 1 debate format. b. Extemporaneous speakers may not double enter in an individual event.

Entry in one IE and one debate format is considered double entry, and the student may not enter into a second IE event. 4. Eligibility: See KAIAC rules on pages 9-11. 5. Registration: The registration deadline for weekend tournaments is 3:00 P.M., the

Monday prior to the tournament. 6. Entry Fee: The cost is W5,000 won per competitor. 7. Suggested Penalty Fee: The host school imposes no penalty fee on participating

schools for canceling an entrant after the Monday deadline. However, it is suggested that schools on their own charge their students who cancel after the deadline a fee of 50,000 won to discourage such cancellations.

8. Forfeit: A contestant who does not appear at the scheduled time to speak shall be marked last. A debate team more than 5 minutes late shall forfeit the decision. The host may waive these penalties for valid reasons.

9. Judge Penalty: Failure to meet the judging requirements will cost an additional W100,000 per missing judge.

10. Protests: A committee of three individuals consisting of the Forensics Coordinator, the Host, and the previous host or other coach if unavailable, shall have full power to adjudicate any protest, dispute, or interpretation of the rules. Protests in Individual Events must be filed before the awards ceremony. Protests in Debate Events must be filed prior to the beginning of final rounds. The majority decision is final. All protests and decisions must be submitted in writing or email to the KAIAC President within 5 working days.

11. Retrieval: The use by entrants of any electronic retrieval system (recording or information retrieval system, i.e., laptop, cell phone, ipad) is prohibited during any rounds at a KAIAC Forensics tournament. Electric or electronic devices may be used

72for the sole purpose of keeping time. Materials printed from on-line services are permitted in public forum debates and the extemporaneous prep room only. Electronically retrieved evidence used must conform to the citation standard of the Modern Language Association.

D. Meets & Tournament 1. Invitations: A host school should send out invitations at least a month prior to the

meet/tournament. All KAIAC schools should be invited to tournaments. The Head of KAIAC Forensics should maintain a current mailing list of KAIAC coaches’ emails and post this list to the forensics wiki. The Head should also maintain a list of coaches’ cell phone numbers to improve communication within the forensics community, and this list should also be posted to the wiki. All tournament forms should be taken from the wiki, not past emails, to ensure that the most up-to-date forms are being used. The Coordinator should ensure that the wiki is passed on year to year.

2. Hosting: All KAIAC schools should take their turn to host a meet so the burden is not placed on a few schools.

3. Cost: The fee for participation at a KAIAC Forensics Tournament shall be W5,000 won per person.

4. Entrants: Students may double-enter at KAIAC forensics tournaments but no student may triple-enter.

5. Registration Table: Upon arrival at the host school the coach of each school must pay fees for his/her team and produce copies of all interpretation scripts.

6. Topics: Prepared topic for the public forum debate format should be decided on by a quorum of coaches (one school = one vote), so that all debaters have at least three weeks to prepare for the debate. Parliamentary debate topics, impromptu speech topics, and extemporaneous questions are left to the discretion of the host school.

7. Pairing/Assignments: a. Individual Events: All rounds should have no more than seven contestants. All

Preliminary rounds will be preset. b. Debate Power Matching: Third round will be power-matched based upon the

results of the first round. Fourth preliminary round will be preset based upon the results of the second round.

8. Byes: At the beginning of the tournament byes will be randomly assigned. During the tournament byes will be drawn from teams losing to a team still undefeated. In the event no teams that remain have lost to undefeated teams, or teams losing to undefeated teams that have had previous byes, a blind draw shall take place among all once-defeated teams which have had no bye. Byes are determined before any other pairings occur. No school may refuse a bye. No team may have more than one bye.

9. Elimination Rounds: Elimination rounds are those rounds that follow the regular rounds. In the case of individual events there are final rounds, and for debate there are semi-finals and finals. a. Individual Event Elimination Rounds.

1) Approximately six competitors will make it to finals in their respective events. Six is an approximation: If seven or fewer competitors are present in preliminary rounds, five finalists is the optimal number. If there seems to be a

73need for seven finalists due to a close tie of finalists, seven is permissible. This decision is left to the discretion of the meet or tournament host. 2) Breaking: Speaker ranks will be averaged. Lowest averages break. In case of

D. Meets & Tournament (Forensics, Continued)

ties speaker points are referenced. Lowest speaker points (see ballots) will advance. If there is still a tie, the place is given to the contestant preferred by two of the three judges. (At least three judges must be present during finals.) If a tie cannot be broken by judges’ preference, break the tie with reciprocal fractions. If a tie cannot be broken, both competitors will advance. Reciprocal fractions: 1=1.00 2=.50 3=.33 4=.25 5=.20

b. Debate Event Elimination Rounds. 1) In debate, the third and fourth-place teams in the preliminary rounds will make it to the semi-finals, while the first and second-place teams in the preliminary rounds will make it to the finals. The winner of the semi-finals will be awarded third place and the loser fourth place; the winner of the finals will be awarded first place and the loser second place. 2) Selection. Teams are selected based on the following tie-breaking system, in order:

a) wins b) lowest speaker rankings c) number of ballots won (when there are multiple judges) d) head-to-head competition e) opponents record.

3) If ties cannot be broken then winners will be selected by a coin toss. 10. Sweepstakes Points: Sweepstakes points are awarded in accordance with the

following table: Place Individual Event Points Debate Points 1st 5 5 2nd 4 4 3rd 3 3 4th 2 2 5th 1 1 6th 1 Other Finalists 1 11. Point Announcements: Sweepstakes points will be announced at the season-ending

conference tournament. 12. Photography: Photographic and video recording of all rounds is prohibited.

74E. Individual Events

Individual events include: Solo Interpretation; Duo Interpretation; Poetry; Prose; Oratory; Extemporaneous; and Impromptu. 1. Solo & Duo Interpretation Rules

a. Divisions: Separate contests shall be conducted in Solo and Duo Interpretation, E. Individual Events (Forensics, Continued)

each presented as memorized selections and without the use of physical objects or costumes.

b. Selection Rules: Selections used in these contests shall be cuttings from published, printed novels, short stories, plays, screenplays, or poetry. Cuttings should have literary merit. Cuttings must be from a single work of literature. Selections that have an ISBN number or can be found on the internet are considered published. A selection that is available on an open forum such as a blog is acceptable so long as the selection was not written by the performer. It is up to the coach to pick quality pieces and to source them. High school publications and recorded material that are not printed or published are unacceptable. Adaptations may be made for the purpose of transition. Any questions as to the acceptability of a piece may be brought before the Coordinator prior to the tournament. Violation of selection rules disqualifies the performer. A selection may not violate copyright laws.

c. Performance: In Duo Interpretation each of the two performers may play one or more characters, so long as performance responsibility in the cutting remains as balanced as possible. If the selection is prose or poetry and contains narration, either or both of the performers may present the narration. During the presentation the team in Duo or the contestant in Solo must name the author and the book or magazine from which the cutting was made. All students must remain in the room during the round, unless double-entered.

d. Script: Entrants in Duo and Solo will not be allowed to compete without handing in a copy of the script at registration. No script may be used during the presentation.

e. Time: Presentation shall be no longer than 8 minutes, introduction included. The penalty for going over 30 seconds is that the participant may not receive a number one ranking.

f. Props: Performers may not use any props other than their own bodies. g. Movement: There should be no excessive movement during solo or duo

interpretation. Movement is restricted to within one square meter of floor. h. Interaction: In Duo Interpretation performers may not look directly at each other

nor touch each other, except during the introduction. i. Denial of first place. Performers who violate any of performance rules in

paragraphs c, d, e, f, g, or h above may not receive first place. 2. Prose & Poetry Rules

a. Definition of Prose and Poetry: Prose expresses thought through language recorded in sentences and paragraphs, either fiction, such as short stories and novels, or non-fiction, such as articles, essays, journals, and biographies. No plays, screenplays, or speeches may be used. Poetry expresses ideas, experience, or emotion through the creative argument of words, according to their sound, rhythm, and meaning. Poetry may rely on verse and stanza form. However, in

75this post-modern world, it can be difficult to determine whether a piece is poetry or prose, example: prose-poems. Therefore, the ultimate determinant of whether a piece is poetry or prose is the author's original intent, if determinable.

b. Selections. Selections used in these contests shall be cuttings from published, E. Individual Events (Forensics, Continued)

printed works. Cuttings should have literary merit. Prose cuttings must be from a single work of literature, but poetry selections may include one or several poems. Selections that have an ISBN number or can be found on the internet are considered published. A selection that is available on an open forum such as a blog is acceptable so long as the selection was not written by the performer. It is up to the coach to pick quality pieces and to source them. Adaptations may be made for the purpose of transition. Any questions as to the acceptability of a piece may be brought before the Coordinator prior to the tournament. A student may not use the same selection for prose or poetry that he/she used in Duo or Solo at any tournament.

c. Presentation: The performer should read the piece from a manuscript in a folder, not from a book or a magazine. The title and author must be identified in the introduction. No lectern may be used during the presentation. All students must remain in the room during the round, unless double-entered.

d. Script: Entrants in Prose or Poetry will not be allowed to compete without handing in a copy of the script at registration.

e. Time: Presentations shall be no longer than 6 minutes, introduction included. The penalty for going 30 seconds over is that the participant may not receive a number one ranking.

f. Movement: Other than the introduction, movement is restricted to the rotation of the feet and or taking a step forward or backward.

g. Stance: No lectern may be used during presentation. h. Denial of first place. Performers who violate any of presentation rules in

paragraphs c, d, e, f, or g above may not receive first place. 3. Oratory Rules

a. Contest: This contest shall be comprised of only memorized orations composed by the contestant and not used in any previous contest year. No visual aids or podiums are permitted.

b. Subject: Any appropriate subject may be used, but the orator must be truthful. Any non-factual reference, especially a personal one, must be so identified.

c. Quotation: Not more than 125 words of the oration may be direct quotation from any other speech or writing and such quotations shall be identified in a printed copy of the oration supplied prior to registration. Extensive paraphrasing from other sources is prohibited.

d. Script: An orator will not be allowed to compete without handing in a copy of the script at registration.

e. Time: Presentations shall be no longer than 8 minutes, introduction included. The penalty for going over 30 seconds is that the participant may not receive a number one ranking.

f. Denial of first place. Performers who violate any of presentation rules in

76paragraphs d, e, or f above may not receive first place.

4. Extemporaneous Rules A copy of these rules shall be made available to the extemporaneous drawing room.

a. Topics: Each topic must be in the form of a question. The contents of the list shall E. Individual Events (Forensics, Continued)

not be disclosed except as contestants draw topics. There shall be a new subject area and new topics for each round. Topics may be used only once in a tournament. Topics may come from any of the following list of subject areas. Subject areas should be rotated from tournament to tournament.

Korean Peninsula China, Japan, and Russia South and SE Asia Middle East and North Africa Saharan and Sub-Saharan Africa Europe North America South America The Pacific Region International Organizations & Treaties, Wars

b. Topic Sources: All questions will be drawn from current periodicals such as The Economist, Newsweek International, and Time Asia. “Current” is defined as within three months of the competition.

c. Drawing: 30 minutes before the round is to begin the first speaker shall draw three topics, choose one, and return the other two. Other contestants shall draw in like manner, in the order of speaking, at intervals of seven minutes.

d. Rooms. There shall be separate presentation and prep rooms. Having drawn their topic, students will withdraw to the prep room to prepare their speech. Students must remain in the prep room until 5 minutes before it is time to speak. A contestant may not leave the prep room without first checking out with the proctor. A student leaving without permission will be ranked last in that round.

e. Preparation: In the prep room the contestant shall prepare a speech without consultation and without reference to prepared notes. Students may consult published books, magazines, newspapers, and journals or articles, provided:

They are originals or photocopies of originals. Original articles or copies are intact and uncut. There is no written material on original copies. Topical index without annotation is allowed.

1) No other material shall be allowed in the extemp room other than those stated above. Extemporaneous speeches, handbooks, briefs, and outlines shall be barred from the extemp prep room. Underlining or highlighting on materials will be allowed if done in only one color on each article or copy. No electrical retrieval device may be used, but printed material from on-line computer services may be used. Source citations, if such materials are used, must have

77date, page and title on each page.

2) Violations of preparation rules will result in disqualification. f. Notes: Entrants may write notes on one side of a 4-inch by 6-inch note card and

use these notes during the speech. The student must provide their own card. g. No Podium or Stopwatch. No podium, stopwatch or other aides are allowed.

E. Individual Events (Forensics, Continued) h. Time: Presentations shall be no longer than 7 minutes, introduction included. The

penalty for going over 30 seconds is that the participant may not receive a number one ranking.

i. No Dual Entry. A performer in Extemporaneous Speaking may not enter into another IE event.

j. Denial of first place. Performers who violate any of presentation rules in paragraphs d, e, g, h, or i above may not receive first place.

5. Impromptu Rules a. Topics: Unlike extemporaneous speaking, each topic does not have to be in the form of a question. Some topics will be as short as a single word. The contents of the list shall not be disclosed except as contestants draw topics. There shall be a new subject area for each round. Topics will come from any of the following list of format areas:

Quotations & Proverbs Abstract words Events Famous People Public Policy

b. Drawing: Three minutes before the round is to begin, the first speaker shall draw three topics, choose one, and return the other two. Other contestants shall draw in like manner, in the order of speaking, as the monitor calls next speakers.

c. Preparation: As soon as a topic is chosen, the contestant shall have 3 minutes to prepare a speech without consultation and without reference to prepared notes. Speakers may not use any outside materials to prepare. Students may not ask for definitions, and dictionaries may not be used.

d. Room. All students must remain in the room during the entire round. A contestant may not leave the prep room without first checking out with the proctor. A student leaving without permission will be ranked last in that round.

e. Notes: Students can write notes during the prep time but may not use any notes during the speech. Students must provide their own note-taking materials. No notes shall be used during the presentation.

f. Time: Presentations shall be no longer than 5 minutes, introduction included. The penalty for going over 30 seconds is that the participant may not receive a number one ranking.

g. No Podium or Stopwatch. No podium, stopwatch or other aides are allowed. h. Denial of first place. Performers who violate any of presentation rules in

paragraphs c, e, f, or g above may not receive first place. 6. Pairing/Assignments: Individual Events: All rounds should have no more than

78seven contestants. Preliminary rounds will be preset using the following standards as possible (in order of importance): that students from the same school do not compete against one another, that contestants do not compete against the same group of students, and that contestants do not have a judge from their own school.

F. Debate Events Debate events include Public Forum debate and Parliamentary debate.

1. Public Forum Debate Rules a. Teams: Teams are two-on-two with each speaker giving two speeches. b. Sides: Sides will be predetermined by the tab room so that each contestant team has

equal opportunity to argue Pro and Con during preliminary rounds (with exceptions for an uneven number of rounds or byes).

c. Judging. Judging should focus first on arguments and second on presentation. d. Civility. Contestants are expected to treat other teams with respect at all times

during the debate. e. Prep Time. Each team is allowed 2 minutes prep time to be split up as decided by

the team. f. Crossfire. Debate competitors will stand at their desks during crossfire. The purpose

of crossfire is to clarify areas of clash, not to be physically intimidating. There will be no note-passing during crossfire. Conversations between teammates, either written or oral, should not happen during crossfire, but rather during prep time prior to crossfire.

g. Restrictions on New Arguments. New arguments may be introduced only during four-minute speeches. New arguments made during 2- and 1-minute speeches should be ignored.

h. Materials: Public Forum teams may use prepared notes, copies of books, magazines, or web pages, and other evidence prepared beforehand. Electronic devices may not be used other than a stopwatch or stopwatch app. Students may monitor their time while speaking using a stopwatch or stopwatch app.

i. Format: Speaker Minutes First Pro Constructive 4 First Con Rebuttal 4 Crossfire between First 3 Pro and First Con Second Pro Rebuttal 4 Second Con Rebuttal 4 Crossfire between Second 3 Pro and Second Con First Pro Summary 2 First Con Summary 2 Grand Crossfire-- 3 All Four Debaters Second Pro Final Focus 1 Second Con Final Focus 1

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F. Debate Events (Continued) 2. Parliamentary Debate Rules

a Teams: Teams are two-on-two with each speaker giving two speeches. b. Sides: Sides will be predetermined by the tab room so that each contestant team has

equal opportunity to argue Government and Opposition during preliminary rounds (with exceptions for an uneven number of rounds or byes).

c. Impromptu: All parliamentary debates will be impromptu. For these debates, students get 20 minutes to prepare and are limited to the resources of a dictionary, almanac, blank paper and writing utensils. Electronic devices may not be used other than a stopwatch or stopwatch app. Students may unofficially monitor their time while speaking using a stopwatch or stopwatch app.

d. Judging. Judging should focus first on arguments and second on presentation. e. Civility. Contestants are expected to treat other teams with respect at all times

during the debate. f. Point of Information (POI): During the six and eight minute speeches, after the first

minute and before the final minute of the speech, the opposing team may politely interrupt, saying, “Point of information” or “On that point”. The speaker will decide whether to accept the POI or not. Once recognized by the speaker, the questioner may pose a question. Questioners should not make statements, but only ask a question. The speaker is expected to answer two questions during his/her speech. Those asking questions should limit themselves to two to three questions per speech. One more or less may be workable, but more or less than that is not appropriate. Too many POIs is considered barracking, and is not allowed. Questions must be polite and civil.

g. First speeches for both sides are intended to be thorough constructive cases. Opposition may directly attack the proposition case during this speech, but this is not a requirement.

h. Second speeches on both sides are intended to counter the points of the other side. These speeches should both attack the opponent‘s case and reinforce the arguments of your side.

i. Final speeches are used to explain the key clashes in the debate. Show the judge where key clashes have occurred and offer up more evidence/reasoning on why your team is winning the clashes. There are no POI’s during clash speeches.

j. Restrictions on New Arguments. New arguments may be introduced only during 6 minute speeches. New arguments made during 8- and 2-minute speeches should be ignored.

k. Format. Speaker Minutes

Prime Minister (Government) Case� 6

80Leader of the Opposition Case / Rebuttal 6

Deputy Prime Minister (Government) Rebuttal 8

2nd Opposition Rebuttal 8

Leader of the Opposition Clash 2

Deputy Prime Minister (Government) Clash 2

3. Lincoln-Douglas Debate Rules a. Resolution: Two resolutions are published by KAIAC during the academic

year. The first will apply to the Fall tournaments, and the second will apply to the Spring tournaments. All rounds of debate will debate the same resolution.

b. Positions, Speech Order, and Speech Times: The affirmative and negative

positions are each debated by a single debater. The affirmative speaker will make three speeches; the negative speaker will make two. The affirmative speaker speaks first and last. In addition, there are two cross examination periods of three minutes each, following the affirmative constructive and negative constructive speeches.

ative Constructive es

xamination es

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mative Rebuttal es

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c. Prep Time: Each debater is allowed 3 minutes of prep time, to be utilized for preparation by each debater at her/his discretion before any of her/his speeches.

d. Sides: Sides will be predetermined by the tab room so that each debater has equal opportunity to argue AFF and NEG during preliminary rounds (with exceptions for uneven number of rounds or byes). For semi-final’s and final’s rounds sides will be determined first based on whether or not the debaters have debated against each other previously, and the opposite position will be assigned if possible. If they have not previously met, sides may be determined by a coin toss in the round. Note: the coin toss is to determine sides, not to allow either debater a choice of sides.

e. Judging: The winning debater is decided according to who best upholds their value, meets the burden to prove the validity of his or her side of the resolution, and succeeds in communicating this to the judge.

81f. Speaker Points: Speaker points are awarded to each debater. Clarity, civility,

and style are important, and should be the basis for awarding speaker points. Speakers will receive between 20 and 30 points, unless a debater is egregiously rude or offensive, or particularly unintelligible. Speaker points should be awarded using the following scale:

20-21 (Needs Work) 22-23 (Below Average) 24-26 (Average) 27-28 (Above Average) 29-30 (Outstanding)

g. Civility: Each debater is expected to treat her/his opponent with respect at all times during the debate.

h. Electronic Devices: Electronic devices may not be used other than a stopwatch or stopwatch app. Students may unofficially monitor their time while speaking.

i. Time Signals: Silent time signals will be given by the timekeeper at 1 minute intervals, then at :30, :15, :05, and when time is expired. The debater may finish a sentence at that point, but may not otherwise continue speaking beyond the time limit.

j. Form: The Affirmative debater sits on the left, and the Negative debater sits on the right (from the judge’s perspective, while facing the debaters). Debaters should rise and move to the lecturn/podium to speak. The constructive speakers remain at the podium while questioned during cross examination. Debaters should address the judge at all times, and not face their opponent.

k. Case: Both affirmative and negative debaters will present a case, in affirmation or negation of the resolution, respectively, which is presented in the affirmative constructive speech and the negative constructive speech, respectively.

l. Value: Lincoln Douglas debate is values debate. Each debater (both affirmative and negative) will state a value in the opening lines of their case, which aligns with their arguments (contentions) in support or negation of the resolution. The value must be upheld throughout the debate.

m. Criterion: The criterion provides a measurement to determine whether or not the value is being met. The criterion is stated following the value.

n. Dropped arguments: If an argument is dropped by a debater in any speech, it may not be picked up again in a subsequent speech and if it is, should not be considered in weighing the decision.

o. New arguments: New arguments may not be introduced in the rebuttal speeches and if they are, should not be considered in weighing the decision.

p. Cross Examination: Cross examination should be civil and address the judge (the debaters should not face each other). The debater conducting the cross examination should be asking the questions. Arguments made or weaknesses revealed during the cross examination period need to be restated in a speech in order to be considered by the judge (May, 2014).

G. Sample Forensic Meet/Tournament Format The following times are provided to give an idea of the format of KAIAC forensics

82tournaments. Actual times are likely to vary and are provided by the host school on their registration form.

1. Friday Night — Individual Events 2:30 -3:00 Arrive at host school and registration 3:00 Welcome Meeting for Students 3:00 Training for Timers 3:00 Judges meeting 3:15 Extemp Draw 3:30 Round 1 4:30 Round 2 5:30 Round 3 6:30-7:00 Dinner available for purchase 7:00 Finals round 8:15 Awards 2. Saturday — Debate Events 8:00-8:15 Registration 8:15 Training for new judges 8:30 Welcome Meeting for Students 8:30 Judges meeting 8:30 Training for Timers 9:00 Round 1 (preset) 10:05 Round 2 (preset) 11:15 Round 3 (delayed power match – rd1) Lunch 12:15 (Lunch will be available beginning 11:45) 12:45 Round 4 (delayed power match based on results of rd 1&2) 2:15 Debate Finals (3-4 semis, 1-2 finals) 3:30 Awards

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Section VIII Middle School By-Laws

KAIAC Middle School Athletic and Activities

1. Name of Organization The name of the organization shall be the Middle School Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference or M.S. KAIAC.

2. Mission Statement The mission of Middle School KAIAC is to provide middle school students with enjoyable athletic experiences, opportunity to develop athletic and life skills, and experience success through knowledgeable instruction and positive role models.

3. Purpose and Definition of the Organization KAIAC establishes an official athletic and activities program for middle schools; however, it will be separate from the present high school program. It will stress participation and instruction and de-emphasize competition. The middle school program will be coordinated and supported by a sub-committee of the KAIAC Governing Board The KAIAC dues will help support some of the M.S. KAIAC expenses. a. M.S. KAIAC is a non-profit unincorporated organization that qualified schools

voluntarily enter into membership. Member schools will abide by the due process rulings of the governing board and/or council with the possibility of appeal to either or both bodies.

b. Only KAIAC member schools will be permitted to participate in KAIAC M.S. Jamborees and activities.

c. These By-Laws provide the framework, procedures, rules and regulations governing the M.S. KAIAC‘s athletic jamborees and activities that will achieve the recognized educational objectives.

4. Philosophy To provide Middle School students with enjoyable experiences, the opportunity to develop athletic and life skills, and experience success through knowledgeable instruction and positive role models a. Enjoyable Experiences: The emphasis is on enhancing student self-esteem and

increasing their interest and ability in sports and other activities. b. Opportunity to Participate in Jamborees: Participants will have the opportunity to play

against teams from other schools in the M.S. KAIAC community. c. Develop Skills: Participants will be taught personal commitment, fundamental skills,

life skills, team work, sportsmanship and a sense of fair play. d. Experience Success: Participants will be placed on teams where their ability levels and

grade levels are evenly mixed. There will be no stacking of the teams. Participants will experience the benefits of being part of a team.

e. Knowledgeable Instruction: The coaches will have a basic understanding of the Middle School jamboree philosophy and will work with athletes to improve their athletic and teamwork skills.

f. Positive Role Model: The athletes will be guided in the personal disciplines of playing team and individual sports. The coaches will motivate participants to give their best effort no matter the outcome. The coaches will exemplify the highest sportsmanship behavior at all times

5. Membership and Voting a. Membership: In order to maintain membership in M.S. KAIAC, the school must

first be a member of the KAIAC Conference, and then, send a representative who fully participates in the first and last M.S. KAIAC meeting of the year. Each participating school should make every effort to host at least one jamboree per year.

b. Voting: Most decisions will be by consensus; however, when a vote is required each participating school in M.S. KAIAC will have one vote and a simple majority will pass a motion.


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a. Participants will have the opportunity to play against teams from other schools in the M.S. KAIAC.

b. In line with the M.S. Philosophy, all M.S. sports are held in a jamboree format. Middle School Jamboree philosophy applies to all sports.

(See KAIAC Middle School By-Laws, Article 4: Philosophy) c. The purpose of the jamboree format is to provide students with the opportunity

to put into practice all the skills they are learning. d. The M.S. KAIAC member schools have an agreement that jamboree formats may have

to vary due to safety and facility restrictions of individual schools. e. Two weeks prior to the first jamboree, participating schools will post on

http:\\msathletics.wikispaces.com the number of teams and A.M. and P.M. preference for each jamboree. Information (A.M./P.M. start time; number of teams; etc.) will be sent out to jamboree participants eight days prior to the date of the jamboree.

f. Safety procedures outlined in the KAIAC By-Laws on pages 17-18 should be followed for all M.S. KAIAC Jamborees.

g. All teams will play an equal number of games. No playoffs or elimination of teams will occur in the jamborees.

h. School coaches should ensure that all members of their team receive equal playing time throughout the jamboree.

i. Teams must be composed of a mixture of grade levels and abilities. No cuts should be made based on athletic ability.

j. No stacked or star-studded teams will be permitted to participate in the jamborees. k. All schools should submit base access rosters to SAMS and OAMS at least two weeks

prior to commencement of each season. It is best to include all middle school students, teachers, high school coaches, parents and bus drivers.

l. Where possible, adult coaches should be assigned to each team for supervision. m. Each team will need to provide referee(s) at specified times throughout the day. n. The use of high school student referees are permitted but he/she must referee with a

second high school student. o. Overall team results will not be recorded. p. When applicable, an official timekeeper keeps game running time. There is a minimum

of 5 minutes between games. q. Ejection Procedure: Any player can be ejected from a game for poor sportsmanship,

showing flagrant disrespect for the officials and repeated violations or reckless play. r. Jewelry or other like accessories should not be worn at any time during athletic

competitions. 7. Soccer Jamboree Format

a. Soccer is a gender specific sport. b. Rosters for teams should be approximately 10 to 14 players. Teams may have

less, but for fairness to the players, having a squad of less than fourteen ensures players more opportunity to play.

c. Players on the Field: Seven players including the goalie d. Rules of Emphasis

i. Throw-ins - both hands behind head and both feet on the ground ii. Soccer Attire iii. Athletic or Soccer Shoes iv. Shin Guards – mandatory for participation v. Goalie Gloves — highly recommended vi. Goalie Jersey – must be a different color

vii. Off-Sides—Will not be called unless ―cherry picking‖ occurs (Standing by the goal during game waiting for the pass)

viii. Deliberate Hand balls


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Section VIII—KAIAC Middle School Athletic and Activities (Continued) 7. Soccer Jamboree Format

ix. Major Fouls Unnecessary physical contact Kicking or attempting to kick an opponent Striking or attempting to strike an opponent Pushing an opponent Charging an opponent Tripping or attempting to trip an opponent Jumping at an opponent Holding an opponent Slide Tackling will NOT be permitted

x. Substitution Only during dead ball(Goalie possession does not constitute a dead ball) Must be quick-if game play stops for longer than 10 seconds the referee will resume play with the current players.

8. Swimming Jamboree Format a. Swimming is a mixed gender sport.

b. Schools having more than one team must have equal swimming ability throughout the teams. All M.S. students may be included regardless of ability but must attend middle school practices in order to participate in meets.

c. Times will be posted, but swimmers are not ranked. d. Swimmers should be given an explanation of errors but will not be disqualified.

Feedback sheets should go to the schools‘ coaches and they will have the responsibility to present them to their swimmers.

e. Relay teams may be seeded as a team in the same manner as individual heats. Different schools may join their swimmers together to complete a relay or have mixed sexes to complete relays. This may be done at the coaches discretion.

f. Distance events may be offered at the end of the meet. g. Hy-Tek Meet Manager ® results should be sent to participating teams as soon as

possible after the event. j. The meet host will take the utmost care in ensuring the safety of all participants.

9. Volleyball Jamboree Format a. Volleyball is a mixed gender sport. b. Teams must be composed of a mixture of grade levels with a minimum of two

girls on the court at any given time. c. Rules of Emphasis

i. No obvious carries (hand open behind the head when moving the ball forward– looks like a throw).

ii. No obvious lifts (catch and throw). iii. No double hits. iv. No touching the net. v. No stepping over line under net. vi. Games to 25 point, win by 2 points.

vii. After 5 consecutive serves by one server, serving team must rotate to continue the serve.

viii. Servers must wait for the whistle and stay behind the service line (some discretion on half courts)

ix. No back row spiking in front of the 10 ft line (estimate on half court) x. Net will be set at female height 2.24 meters (7‘ 4 5/8‖)


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10. Basketball Jamboree Format a. Basketball is a gender specific sport. b. Rosters for teams should be approximately 8-10 players. Teams may have less,

but for fairness to the players, having a squad of less than ten ensures players more opportunity to play.

c. Players on the Court: Five d. Rules of Emphasis

i. Double dribble ii. Traveling

iii. Obvious reaching in iv. Carrying the ball (for better players) v. Unnecessary roughness

vi. No Full Court Press/Defense once possession is clearly established (discretion of referee)

vii. Obvious 3-second rule – students standing under the basket for an inappropriate length time

viii. Moving screen – the person setting the screen must have both feet on the floor ix. Zone presses are illegal. First offense results in warning. Second offense results in

foul shot. x. Foul shot and Shooting rules –

aa). Non-shooting fouls - the team that is fouled gets the ball out of bounds. bb). Shooting foul

* On a made basket – basket counts and fouled team gets the ball out-of-bounds.

* On a missed basket the team gets a foul shot and retains the ball. cc). All foul shots will take place at the end of the game. Foul shots must be

rotated between all team members. 11. Cross-Country Jamboree Format

a. Cross-country is a mixed gender sport. b. Distances shall be arranged in increasing order for jamborees.

12. Spelling Bee a. The middle school spelling bee is a mixed gender activity. b. The sponsoring school will set rules and will use a format similar to the

Scripps National (U.S.) spelling bee. 13. Forensics

a. The middle school forensics festival is a mixed gender activity. b. The sponsoring school will use National Forensic League (NFL) rules as a

guideline for its festivals. Rule exceptions will be determined by the coaches prior to the festival.


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Standards of Conduct for Coaches

Created by the M.S. KAIAC Coaches, Principals, and Coordinators

Behavior/conduct of coaches will be maintained at the highest level. As a M.S. KAIAC Coach I agree to:

Treat competitors, athletes, officials, and fans with courtesy and respect Continually strive to help the athletes improve, both in the classroom and in

the athletic arena. Represent our team and school in a positive and responsible manner. Model and exhibit the principles of good sportsmanship in all contests and

practices. Create fair and equal teams (No stacking, 6th, 7th and 8th graders on every

team) Make sure that all members of your team receive equal playing time through

out the jamboree. Cooperate with my athletes, other coaches, and opponents. I understand that

without them we would not have a game. Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve the athlete’s

skills, and feel good. I will not show off or try to get the most points.

Coach for the “fun of it,” and the love of the sport. Coaches who are unable to follow these standards will not be permitted to participate.

I have read and understand the above statements. I will adhere to the standards of conduct to the best of my ability.

Coach’s Name: Coach’s Signature:

Telephone: H.P. Date:

E-mail:


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Standards of Conduct Middle School Student-Athletes

Created by the M.S. KAIAC Coaches, Principals, and Coordinators

Behavior/conduct of students during on/off campus activities will be maintained at the highest level. As a M.S. KAIAC student-athlete I agree to:

Treat competitors, teammates, coaches, officials, and fans with courtesy and respect

Continually strive to improve, both in the classroom and in the athletic arena. Represent our team and school in a positive and responsible manner. Maintain a healthy and productive lifestyle, and refrain from the use of all

controlled substances, alcohol, and tobacco products. Model and exhibit the principles of good sportsmanship in all contests and

practices. Cooperate with my coach, teammates, and opponents. I understand that with

out them we would not have a game. Work equally hard for myself, and my team. I realize that my team’s

performance will benefit and so will my own. Remember that the goals of the game are to have fun, improve my skills, and

feel good. I will not show off or try to get the most points.

Play for the “fun of it,” and “for the love of the game”, not just please my parents or coach.

Students who are unable to follow these standards will not be permitted to participate. I have read and understand the above statements. I will adhere to the standards of conduct to the best of my ability. Student Name: Student Signature:

Parent Name: Parent Signature:

Telephone: H.P. Date:

E-mail:

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Appendix ISample Sports Commissioner’s End-of-Season Report (Page 2)

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Least difficult Most difficult

1-2 3 4 5-6 7 8 9 10

Tuck Star or spread eagle

Double hook, box

Side hurdler (Herkie)

Front Hurdler Toe Touch Double 9 Pike

KAIAC CHEER COMPETITION 2010 DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY DESCRIPTIONS Jumps: *Jump combinations and full-team/multi-person jumps are more difficult to coordinate then individual jumps.

Tumbling: *Jump combinations and full-team/multi-person jumps are more difficult to coordinate then individual jumps.

Least difficult Most difficult

1-2 3 4 5-6 7 8 9 10

Rolls of any kind

Cartwheels

Round-offs Walk-overs Front or back

Round off, back hand spring

Standing back or front hand sprinq

tucks

More advanced

Stunts: *Cradling out of any stunt is more difficult than coming off the front. * It is harder to stick a stunt and hold it than to move through it. * Pyramids may fit in anywhere along the continuum depending on the stunts that are involved in them. Generally, pyramids are harder to put up due to the number of people to coordinate.

Least difficult

Most difficult

1

2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Any thigh stand stunt

Shoulder sit or stand

Prep or half

extension

Prep level stunts(liberty or prep

to full extension

Full extension

Twist up or down

to/from prep

Full level stunts

(awesome, liberty)

Basket toss and variations

Twist up or down to/from

extension

Transition stunts

(pendulum, smoosh)

Suggested marks for Execution of Stunts Stunts 1-3

• Minor fumbles deduct 2-4 marks • Major fumbles or incorrect dismounts deduct 4-8 marks

Stunts 4-6 • Minor fumbles deduct 1-3 marks • Major fumbles or incorrect dismounts deduct 4-8 marks

Stunts 7-10 • Minor fumbles deduct .05-2 marks • Major fumbles or incorrect dismounts deduct 3-8 marks

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1 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0MOTIONS TECHNIQUE SYNCHRONIZATION

Entire squad has excellent form and precision at ALL times; perfectly synchronized

Good form and/or precision, but not perfect; 1-2 incidents of someone being out of sync

Fair form and/or precision; 3-4 incidents of someone being out of sync

Poor form and/or precision; 5-6 precision mistakes

More than 6 mistakes by one or more members

JUMPS Entire squad executes EXCELLENT jumps

All but 1 or 2 members executed excellent jumps OR entire squad executed GOOD jumps.

Half of the squad executed excellent jumps OR entire squad executed OKAY jumps

Fewer than half of squad executed GOOD jumps

Only 1 or 2 members jumped wel.

All were FAIR toPOOR jumpers

TUMBLING Entire squad tumbled; at least half did round-off back handspring

Entire squad tumbled;at least 1 member did round off back handspring; others did something less difficult

1 member tumbled well (round off back handspring) but the rest of the squad did nothing OR entire squad did either round offs or cartwheels

Entire squad did forward rolls

Only 1-2 members did cartwheels, others did nothing

No on did any tumbling at all

DANCE Dance portion of routine is creative and well

Good chorography Fair choreography Poor choreography Very poor choreography. No creativity

No dance element in the routine.

MOUNTS 4-5 mounts, all excellently executed with perfect timing, including the dismount

2-3 mounts, all excellently executed OR 4-5 mounts with one fall or wrong timing

1 mount excellently executed OR 4-5 mounts with 2 falls or wrong timing OR 2-3 mounts with 1fall

1 mount executed fairly OR any number of mounts but more than 2 falls or wrong timing

1mount poorly executed

Routine contained no mounts at all

FORMATION/SPACING

Lots of variety: many different formations. Straight lines.

Good formations but not enough variety. Or lines not always straight

Fair formations. Not much variety. Lines often not straight.

Very few formation changes. Straight lines are rare.

Only one or two different formations. No straight lines.

Same formationthroughout routine.

DIFFICULTY One or more FULL extension mount(s) and lor advanced stunts/tosses, complicated dance movements, and difficult tumbling (more than 1 or 2 members)

At least one full Extension mount or basket toss. Complicated dance movements throughout.

Only mid-extension mounts or similar. (No full extension. No basket toss) some complicated dance moves.

Easy mounts(not even a mid). Simple dance

No mounts. Simple dance with easy movements.

No mounts. Easy dance and cheer.

PERFECTION OF ROUTINE

Perfect Almost perfect, very few noticeable mistakes.

Few minor mistakes or 1 major mistake- recovered well.

Many minor mistakes OR 1 major mistake not handled well

Several minor mistakes or 2 major mistakes.

Needs a lot more practice to be perfect

SHOWMANSHIP, SPIRIT, VOICE

Excellent,very enthusiastic, entire squad has high energy

Good,quite enthusiastic, everyone smiles throughout

Fair, only some of squad is enthusiastic, only some smile at times

Most of squad hardly every smiles, a few make faces after mistakes

All make faces OR no one smiles, low energy

Must, very timid or bored expressions.

OVERALL CREATIVITY & CHOREOGRAPHY

WOW! Great! Good! Fair Poor Very poor

KAIAC CHEER COMPETITION ROUNTINE CRITERIA DESCRIPTIONS

KAIAC MEMBER SCHOOLS INFORMATION

Blue

Daegu American High School Mascot: "Warriors" School Colors: Green and White Department of Defense Dependents School (DoDDS) Website: http://www.daegu-un.pac.dodea.edu Mailing Address: Camp George, Unit #15623, APO, AP 96218 Telephone Number: (053) 473-4354

Osan American High School Mascot: "Cougars" School Colors: Sky Blue & White Department of Defense Dependents School (DoDDS) Website: http://www.osan-hs.pac.dodea.edu Mailing Address: Osan Air Base, Unit #2037, APO, AP 96278-0005 Telephone Number: (031) 661-9098

Seoul American High School Mascot: "Falcons" School Colors: Royal Blue & White Department of Defense Dependents School (DoDDS) Website: http://www.seoul-hs.pac.dodea.edu Mailing Address: Yongsan South Post, Unit #15549, APO, AP 96205-5549 Telephone Number: (02) 797-3666

Seoul Foreign School Mascot: "Crusaders” School Colors: Red & White International School (Christian) Website: http://www.seoulforeign.org Mailing Address: 55-1 Yonhi-3-Dong, Sodaemun Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea 120-823 Telephone Number: (02) 330-3100

Taejon Christian International School Mascot: "Dragons" School Colors: Gold & Black International School (Christian) Website: http://www.tcis.or.kr Mailing Address: 709 Yong-San Dong, Yuseong Gu, Daejeon, Republic of Korea 305-500 Telephone Number: (042) 620-9000

Yongsan International School of Seoul Mascot: "Guardians” School Colors: Navy Blue, Red & White Network of International Christian Schools (NICS) Website: http://www.yisseoul.org Mailing Address: 10-213 Hannam-2 Dong,Yongsan Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea 140-210 Telephone Number: (02)797-5104 Humphreys High School Mascot: “Blackhawks” School Colors: Black & Gold Department of Defense Dependents School (DoDDS) Website: http://www.dodea.edu/pacific//korea/UASGHumphreys/HumphreysHS/ Mailing Address: Telephone Number:

Red Asia Pacific International School Mascot: "Green Hawks" School Colors: Green & Gold International School (Christian) Website: http://www.apis.seoul.kr Mailing Address: 820 Wolgye 2-dong, Nowon-gu Seoul, Republic of Korea 139-724 Telephone Number: (02) 907-2747

Chadwick International Mascot: “Dolphins” School Colors: Blue & White International School (Independent) Website: http://www.chadwickinternational.org/ Mailing Address: 17-4 Songdo Dong, Yeonsu Gu, Incheon, Republic of Korea 406-840 Telephone Number: (032) 250-5000 Gyeonggi Suwon International School Mascot: “Knights” School Colors: Purple & Gold International School (Christian) Website: http://www.gsis.sc.kr Mailing Address: 29-3 Young Tong Dong, Young Tong Gu, Suwon, Republic of Korea 443-808 Telephone Number: (031) 695-2800 Korea International School Mascot: "Phoenix" School Colors: Royal Blue & White International School (Independent) Website: http://www.kis.or.kr Mailing Address: 373-6 Baekhyun-Dong, Bundang Gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea 463-420 Telephone Number: (031) 789-0509 Seoul International School Mascot: "Tigers" School Colors: Orange & Black International School (Independent) Website: http://www.siskorea.or.kr Mailing Address: 388-14 Bokjeong-Dong, Sujeong Gu Seongnam, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea 461-200 Telephone Number: (031) 750-1200

International Christian School-Uijongbu Mascot: "Eagles" School Colors: Red, White & Royal Blue Network of International Christian Schools (NICS) Website: http://www.ics-ujb.org Mailing Address: 375-2 Nok Yang Dong Uijeongbu, Republic of Korea 480-600 Telephone Number: (031)855-1276 Dwight School Seoul Mascot: “Lions” School Colors: Navy Blue & Scarlet Red International School (Independent) Website: http://www.dwight.or.kr Mailing Address:1582-1 Sangnam Dong, Mapo Gu, Seoul, Republic of Kore 121-835 Telephone Number: (02) 6920-8600

Pyongtaek International Christian School Mascot: "Conquerors" School Colors: Royal Blue & Silver Network of International Christian Schools (NICS) Website: http://icsptk.org Mailing Address: 367-3 Shindae Dong, P.O. Box 24 (450-600) Pyongtaek, Republic of Korea 450-820 Telephone Number: (031) 651-1376

Korea Kent Foreign School Mascot: “Merlins” School Colors: Red & Black International School (Independent) Website: http://www.kkfs.org Mailing Address: 619-30 Guui-Dong, Kwang Jin Gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea 143-200 Telephone Number: (02) 2201-7091

Asia Pacific International School – “Green Hawks”

Chadwick International – “Dolphins” Daegu High School – “Warriors” Dwight School Seoul – “Lions”

Gyeonggi Suwon International School – “Knights” Humphreys High School – “Blackhawks”

International Christian School-Uijongbu – “Eagles” Korea International School – “Phoenix” Korea Kent Foreign School – “Merlins”

Osan American School – “Cougars” Pyongtaek International Christian School – “Conquerors”

Seoul American School – “Falcons” Seoul Foreign School – “Crusaders” Seoul International School – “Tigers”

Taejon Christian International School – “Dragons” Yongsan International School of Seoul – “Guardians”

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