ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE FOUNDED 1882
Parent-Athlete-Coach Handbook 2013-2014
Table of Contents
I. Academy of Our Lady of Peace 2013-2014 Administration & Coaching Staff……………………………………………………………………...... 1
II. Athletic Department Information…………………………………………….2 III. Coach Email Addresses……………………………………………………….3 IV. Useful Websites……………………………………………………………….4 V. Organization Chart……………………………………………………………5 VI. Philosophy of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace…………………………..6
VII. Expected School-Wide Learning Results………………………………...... 7
VIII. Philosophy of the Department of Athletics…………………………………..8
IX. Athletic Director Comments……………………………………………...... 9 X. Coach Certification…………………………………………………………..10 XI. Coaches’ Job Description………………………………………………...... 11
XII. Coaches’ Profiles…………………………………………………………...... 13
XIII. CIF San Diego Master Calendar 2013-2014………………………………..42
XIV. Student Eligibility……………………………………………………………44
XV. Athlete of the Year Criteria...……………………………...………………...46
XVI. Athletic Policy Against Hazing……………………………………………..47
XVII. Chiropractors and Physical Examinations for Sports/Athletics…………...48 XVIII. General Information…………………………………………………………50 XIX. Code of Conduct for OLP Student Athletes………………………………..51
XX. General Policies………………………………………………………………52
A. Admission Fees.…………………………………………………………52 B. Clearance and Eligibility………………………………………………..52 C. Dismissing an Athlete From a Team…………………………………...53 D. Earning a Letter………………………………………………………...53 E. Explanation of Awards…………………………………………………54 F. Fundraising……………………………………………………………..54 G. Instructions to Drivers…………………………………………………55
H. Medical Exam…………………………………………………………..55 I. Parent/Coaches Meetings………………………………………………55 J. Parent/Coach Relationship……………………………………………..56 K. Participation Fee………………………………………………………..57 L. Practices…………………………………………………………………57 M. Recruitment……………………………………………………………..57 N. Team Lockers…………………………………………………………...58 O. Team Roster……………………………………………………………..58 P. Team Travel Policy……………………………………………………...58 Q. Try-Out Philosophy………………………………………………...... 58 R. Uniform Deposit………………………………………………………..60 S. Weight Room…………………………………………………………...60 T. Weight Room Rules………………………………………………...... 60
XXI. Sexual Harassment Summary- prepared by Francis Bielli, J.D………...... 61
XXII. Substance Abuse Policy……………………………………………………...63
XXIII. Parent Support of the OLP Sports Program…………………………...... 65
XXIV. Parent and Fan Responsibilities……………………………………………..66
XXV. Articles………………………………………………………………………..67
A. “How To Be Your Child’s Best Fan” by Douglas C. Varvil-Weld, Ph.D. B. “Sports Parents Remember It’s Just A Game” by Hal Rock C. “Parents Must Be Good Sports, Too” by Polly Drew D. “Teaching Parents To Be Better Sports” by Lisa Cohn E. Are You A Good Sports Parent? F. CIF: Why Kids Participate in Sports G. “Coaching You to Be Your Best” by Dr. Gregory A. Dale
SECTION I Academy Administration
Head of School ...... Mrs. Lauren Lek Associate Principal ...... Mr. John Galvan Director of Student Services ...... Mrs. Jeanette Handelsman Athletic Director ...... Dr. Melinda Blade
CIF Athletic Staff Head Coaches
FALL SPORTS
Cross Country...... Dan Keays Varsity Tennis ...... Darice Carnaje Junior Varsity Tennis ...... Lois Sczepaniak Varsity Volleyball ...... Amanda Miles Junior Varsity Volleyball ...... Stacy Lewis 9th Grade Volleyball...... Mia Morales Varsity Golf...... Aaron Gonzalez Junior Varsity Golf ...... John Kitchingham & Jeff Kirschbaum
WINTER SPORTS
Varsity Basketball ...... Darice Carnaje Junior Varsity Basketball ...... Carey Miller 9th Grade Basketball ...... Jody Poole Varsity Soccer ...... Rachel Doyle Junior Varsity Soccer ...... Elise Hennrikus 9th Grade Soccer ...... Edward Sanchez
SPRING SPORTS
Gymnastics...... Rebecca Floyd Varsity Softball ...... Tom Angioletti JV Softball ...... Laura Longobardi
Track ...... Dan Keays Swimming ...... Kevin Manley
SECTION II
Academy of Our Lady of Peace Athletic Department Information 4860 Oregon Street San Diego, CA 92116 (619) 297-2266
Athletic Department websites: www.aolp.org
AD Telephone: Assistant to AD Telephone: Dr. Melinda Blade Mrs. Samantha Lomeli (619) 297-2563 (619) 725-9122 [email protected] [email protected]
CIF Section: San Diego
Conference: San Diego City Conference
Leagues: OLP plays in several leagues, but we are usually in the Eastern, Western or Central Leagues
School and team colors: Columbia blue and white. Accent colors tend to be navy or silver.
Home venues: Basketball Holy Family Event Center Cross Country Morley Field Golf Riverwalk Gymnastics Varies Swim Bud Kearns Morley Field Soccer Varies Softball Hickman Field Tennis Morley Field, Balboa Tennis Club Track Varies Volleyball Holy Family Event Center
SECTION III Academy of Our Lady of Peace Coach Email Addresses
Name Last E-mail Mr. Tom Angioletti [email protected] Mr. Dan Barragan [email protected] Dr. Melinda Blade [email protected] Ms. Darice Carnaje [email protected] Ms. Krystine Cuaresma [email protected] Ms. Sydney D'Angelo [email protected] Ms. Janae Delgado [email protected] Mrs. Rachel Doyle [email protected] Ms. Rebecca Floyd [email protected] Ms. Natalie Garrett [email protected] Mr. Aaron Gonzalez [email protected] Mr. Paul Guzman [email protected] Mr. Zac Henggeler [email protected] Ms. Elise Hennrikus [email protected] Mr. Peter Johnson [email protected] Mr. Dan Keays [email protected] Ms. Katrina Kettler [email protected] Mr. Jeff Kirschbaum [email protected] Mr. John Kitchingham [email protected] Ms. Stacy Lewis [email protected] Ms. Laura Longobardi [email protected] Mr. Kevin Manley [email protected] Ms. Ariel Meek [email protected] Ms. Amanda Miles [email protected] Mr. Carey Miller [email protected] Ms. Mia Morales [email protected] Mr. Tim Paluso [email protected] Mr. Jody Poole [email protected] Mr. Rolan Reyes [email protected] Ms. Nicole Salem [email protected] Mr. Edward Sanchez [email protected] Mrs. Lois Sczepaniak [email protected] Mr. Bobbie Solomon [email protected] Ms. Elyse Witt [email protected] Mr. Christian Yoakum [email protected] Ms. Dena Young [email protected]
SECTION IV Useful Websites Pertaining to Athletics
AOLP Athletics Website Aolp.org -- > Athletics tab California Interscholastic Federation www.cifstate.org/ California State Athletics Directors Association http://www.csada.org/ CHARACTER COUNTS! Sports http://josephsoninstitute.org/sports/ Council for Spiritual and Ethical Education http://www.csee.org/ High School Sports Association of San Diego N/A National Associate of Intercollegiate Athletics http://naia.cstv.com/ National Federation of State High School http://www.nfhs.org/ NationalAssociations Federation of High School Coaches http://www.nfhs.org/coach.aspx National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators http://www.niaaa.org/ PositiveAssociation Coaching Alliance http://www.positivecoach.org/ San Diego Section CIF http://www.cifsds.org United States Cheerleading Association http://www.uscheerleading.com/ United States Soccer Federation http://www.ussoccer.com/ United States Tennis Association http://www.usta.com/ USA Baseball http://www.usabaseball.com/ USA Basketball http://www.usabasketball.com/ USA Softball http://www.usasoftball.com/ USA Swimming http://www.usaswimming.org/ USA Track & Field http://www.usatf.org/ USA Volleyball http://www.usavolleyball.org/ USD Center for Character Education http://www.sandiego.edu/soles
SECTION V
Leadership for Mission
CSJ Mission: To build Christ's Kingdom of jus ce, love, and peace; to foster reconcilia on and unity among the "Dear Neighbor" •ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE MISSION: To empower students to a ain skills needed to succeed in their post-secondary studies; to enable students to make informed and value-driven decisions in their contemporary world; to partner with partners to provide needed informa on to foster a faith-driven family •Administra ve Structure •Board of Directors •Head of School •Leadership Team •Associate Principal: Academic Dean Director of CSJ Mission and Philosophy •Assistant Principal: Director of Faculty Professional Development & Director of Faculty and Student Spiritual Life •Director of Alumnae Associa on: Reunion Coordinator & Chapel Coordinator •Director of Athle cs: Coaching Staff & Athle c Teams •Director of Campus Ministry: Retreat Coordinator & Service Program Coordinator •Director of Counseling: Personal Counselor, Academic Counselor, College/ Career Counselor •Direcot of Development: Special Events Coordinators, Annual Fund Representa ves, Volunteers •Director of Student Ac vi es: Class Moderators, Sec on Teachers, Student Council, Club Moderators •CFO •Spiritual Leader •Academic Leader •Social Leader •CSJ Leader •Faculty •Students •Support •Volunteers •Curricular Structure •Associate Principal •Assistant Principal •Academic Programs: Associate Principal •Co-curricular Programs: Director of Student Services •Community Service Program: Service Learning Coordinator •Discipline Board Program: Discipline Board Chair-person •Leadership Educa on Programs: Administra on •Learning Support Program: Guidance and Counseling Department
SECTION VI
Philosophy of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic, liberal arts oriented, college preparatory secondary school dedicated to the education of young women. As a Catholic school, it is committed to helping its students become active participants in building Christ’s kingdom of justice, love and peace. As a school rooted in the values of the Sister’s of St. Joseph, it promotes the cultivation of “gentleness, peace and joy” as we respond to the needs of the “dear neighbor” both in our midst and in our human community. Through its college preparatory program, its mission is to empower its students to become knowledgeable in those skills needed to achieve success in post-secondary studies, and to make informed and values-driven decisions in the context of today’s world. As a result of these endeavors, and working with parents as our educational partners providing a family context of faith-in-action, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace strives to graduate responsible women educated to the needs of society.
SECTION VII Expected School-Wide Learning Results
As a Catholic, liberal arts, college preparatory high school for women, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace and the parents of our students work as educational partners dedicated to the development of Christian values and leadership inspired by the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet toward the needs of our world. Expected Schoolwide Learning Results (ESLRs) characterize an OLP student as:
A Spiritual Leader who… 1. develops an understanding of the spiritual and physical needs of self, society and the world as these are guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church; 2. cultivates a sense of individual accountability, integrity, responsibility, self-esteem and respect toward others with Jesus as her model, Mary as her inspiration, and Joseph as her guide; 3. makes informed and mature moral decisions; 4. chooses to work toward becoming a whole person able to integrate healthful living and attention to mental, physical and spiritual well-being; 5. cultivates creative abilities through artistically enriching opportunities for self-expression.
An Academic Leader who… 1. develops an appreciation of learning as a lifelong pursuit and a willingness to diligently follow those academic pathways that will result in a successful transition to college studies; 2. sets realistic goals and expectations in order to achieve specific and measurable outcomes in a multi-disciplinary curriculum; 3. demonstrates an ability to think logically, critically, and objectively; 4. communicates effectively both in speech and in writing; 5. uses technology effectively and ethically to improve the learning experience of OLP and to enhance the community.
A Social Leader who… 1. demonstrates an ability to work collaboratively and compassionately in a spirit of friendliness, adaptability, empathy and courtesy; 2. nurtures meaningful interests and participation in co-curricular activities; 3. fosters peace and harmony in interpersonal relationships, and recognizes the basic human rights of each person; 4. asserts herself as a young woman with informed and well-supported opinions, and appreciates differing viewpoints through active listening; 5. acknowledges the world as a globally interdependent society.
A CSJ Leader who… 1. achieves “all of which woman is capable” through the recognition, acceptance, and use of personal talents and goals; 2. understands the CSJ call to become women of heart (femmes de coeur), women of faith (femmes de foi), and women of courage (femmes de courage); 3. distinguishes herself by example in recognizing and valuing the dignity of the “dear neighbor”; 4. incorporates the CSJ value of community through Peace Education; 5. embodies the CSJ values of excellence tempered by gentleness, peace and joy in furthering the mission of OLP.
SECTION VIII
Philosophy of the Department of Athletics
The philosophy of the Department of Athletics comes from the Academy philosophy. It is the philosophy of the Department of Athletics, as espoused by the Director of Athletics and the entire coaching staff, to foster mutual respect among participants, instill a commitment to excellence within each athlete and to promote team unity, cooperation and self-discipline.
Further, individual athletes are encouraged to become the finest athlete possible, learning life- long team-building skills and how to discern the appropriate value of sports.
SECTION IX
Athletic Director Comments
The opportunity to participate in competitive sports has been an integral part of my life since I was a young girl. My experiences and involvement in high school sports were positive and I lettered in twelve varsity sports in the three years that I attended Coronado High School. Further, I was the Female Athlete of the Year my senior year. My competitive sports opportunities continued at the college level, for I played two intercollegiate sports at the University of San Diego. While at USD, I was a member of two league championship teams: tennis and volleyball. During the course of my teaching career, I have had the pleasure of coaching tennis, volleyball, softball, and basketball at the high school level. Further, I also was the head basketball coach at the university level for two years.
Sports are an important aspect of a woman’s life. They offer her the opportunity to sharpen her skills in both the classroom as well as on the playing field. Research indicates that girls and women who compete at a high level of sports achieve their personal goals more frequently, have higher grades than their non- sports involved peers and have a more positive self-concept. The OLP CIF sports program offers over 300 athletes per year the opportunity to achieve those higher levels of personal fulfillment. Eighteen teams at three levels, ninth, junior varsity, and varsity, enable our athletes to focus on skill development appropriate for their level of proficiency.
Each season, teams representing OLP go into the San Diego community and represent the Academy to people who may not have heard of OLP or may have stereotypes of OLP. Those young women present themselves on the field of competition willing to publicly demonstrate their skill and their desire to excel to any who watches. Sometimes they are victorious, sometimes they are not. Each time, however, they realize just how deep their love for the sport is and how much they exerted in their hunger to excel and to give support to their team-mates.
Each OLP athlete is triumphant, for the ultimate victory comes from knowing that one has done the best that one can. We fail only when we cease trying. OLP athletes never yield and never concede. Each athlete savors victory and grows from defeat. To each of our athletes: Thank you for showing us how to be successful.
Dr. Melinda Blade, CMAA Director of Athletics
SECTION X
Coaching Certification
The State of California Legislature has mandated that all coaches who have contact with minors be certified. The California State CIF by-laws delineate the required coursework to be completed. The certification areas covered include the following: a. Care and prevention of sports injuries b. Coaching techniques c. Rules and regulations of the sports being coached d. Child or adolescent psychology e. Concussion awareness
This certification may be obtained through an eight-hour in-class course, an on-line course or a hybrid course consisting of both in-class instruction and on-line instruction.
Coaches who have passed the class known as the CIF/ASEP course do not have to retake the newly required class. Coaches are certified for life with the former class.
SECTION XI Coaches’ Job Description
TITLE: VARSITY, JUNIOR VARSITY, AND NINTH GRADE COACHES
JOB DESCRIPTION: The athletic coach has a unique relationship to the students. The coach must be able to deal with and encourage the individual to greater levels of participation and skill. At the same time, the coach must constantly work with the group to develop team spirit, cooperation and fair play. The coach models sportsmanship and competition. The coach is an exemplary model of ethics and moral behavior.
REPORTS TO: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
DUTIES: 1. Attends all meetings scheduled by the Athletic Director, Principal, Conference Officials, and CIF officials.
2. Checks to see that all players have physicals, student contracts, medical releases, and student- parent permission forms.
3. Clears all scheduling and arrangements for athletic events and facilities through the Athletic Director. (This includes practice schedules.)
4. Confirms scheduled games with Athletic Director.
5. Conforms to all school, league, conference, and CIF policies.
6. Consults with the Athletic Director about any difficulties concerning athletics or athletes as they relate to the school, community, etc.
7. Discusses activities involving team or individual athletes with Athletic Director prior to activity or event.
8. Ensures that all members of the team are appropriately dressed for practices and games.
9. Encourages participation of parents in school activities.
10. Establishes a system or style of play for his/her entire program that is compatible with, and supportive of, the school philosophy.
11. Is responsible for the actions and conduct of the team whenever they are under his/her jurisdiction.
12. Issues and collects all athletic equipment; conducts both pre-season inventory and post-season inventory.
13. Maintains up to date team season records, gives a copy to the Athletic Director at the conclusion of the season with overall, as well as league record. (Scores are to be turned in the
day after an event - except for Friday or Saturday competition, which will be turned in on Monday.)
14. Monitors the conduct of players off the court or field during the season of the sport.
15. Orders equipment through Athletic Director.
16. Prepares lettering policy in writing. This policy is given to the Athletic Director and each team member.
17. Organizes practice sessions and submits practice schedules/calendars to Athletic Director.
18. Properly secures all facilities used (including locker room) and puts away all equipment used.
19. Provides for both team and individual stats; provides the Athletic Director with stats at the end of the season.
20. Provides for pre-game and post-game publicity, channeled through either the Director of Athletics or the Development Office.
21. Reports all injuries to the Athletic Director for proper insurance forms and records.
22. Reports problems with equipment or athletic facilities to the Athletic Director.
23. Sets an example for players at all times in regard to adherence to rules, conduct toward officials, attitude toward opponents, etc.
24. Submits names of letter recipients, award recipients, final roster, etc., to the Athletic Director at the conclusion of the season.
25. Submits inventory and budget proposals when requested.
26. Supervises the locker rooms (female faculty member if coach is male) and playing areas.
27. Supports other coaches and other sports programs in the school.
28. Turns in an accurate team roster to the Director of Athletics a week after the first day of practice. The head coach must also report any changes made to the roster as soon as they occur.
Requirements for Employment: 1) Valid CPR/ 1st Aid Certification 2) 2) Principles of Coaching Class Certification 3) Current TB Test 4) Concussion Class Certification 5) Sexual harassment Course Certification 6) Valid LIVESCAN Report
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Duration of CIF season
SECTION XI Athletics Director Job Description
Qualifications:
The Athletic Director must have a background in secondary schools, and minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree. She/he must be a member of the site coaching staff or have a background in coaching and a varied knowledge of sports. Certification from the NIAAA is recommended.
Reports To:
The Principal
Supervises:
The coaching staff in developing and maintaining an athletic program which complements the goals, mission, and philosophy of the school and is an integral component of the educational program of the Academy.
Duties:
The responsibilities of the Director of Athletics shall include, but are not limited to the following: A. General Administration: The Athletic Director is responsible for the effective operation of the interscholastic Athletic Department, as implemented within the philosophical framework of the Academy. She/he provides appropriate direction for the CIF sports program. a. Assists in the interviewing/ hiring process and supervision of all the coaches.
b. Carries out the school policies and revises athletic policies when needed.
c. Completes all forms requested by CIF and the City Conference.
d. Confirms that all coaches have valid TB tests, current CPR cards, First Aid cards, W-4, and finger prints on file, and have obtained Live Scan testing, and any other legal necessities.
e. Cooperates with OLP administration and staff in managing the athletic facilities.
f. Establishes and supervises the athletic awards system.
g. Is proactive in ascertaining future needs or trends in interscholastic athletics.
h. Is the official representative of the school to CIFSDS, CIF, and City Conference.
i. Maintains an awareness of current legal issues pertaining to interscholastic athletics.
j. Maintains membership in CASADA, NIAAA, HSSA, and any other appropriate professional organizations.
k. Plans and schedules all games and related activities. l. Prepares all coaches’ mailings. m. Prepares all coaching contracts. n. Requisitions and allocates equipment and supplies within the scope of the budget. o. Performs other such tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Principal may from time to time delegate.
B. Specific Administrative Tasks: a. Annually revises all Department-related forms. b. Annually revises the Coaches’ Handbook. c. Annually revises the Parent-Athlete Handbook. d. Coordinates all summer sports camps. e. Coordinates and administers the master Holy Family Event Center calendar with the school master schedule. f. Coordinates use of the weight room. g. Directs the purchase and distribution of equipment, uniforms, and supplies for all approved teams. h. Distribute completed team rosters and schedule to the OLP community and other appropriate sources. i. Establishes and follows established yearly plans for replacement of uniforms and equipment. j. In consultation with the Counseling Department assists students with the NCAA Clearing House process. k. In consultation with the Counseling Department assists students with the recruiting process. l. Is responsible for ticket sales and game workers at appropriate home contests. m. Maintains inventories of supplies and equipment, uniforms, and supplies for all approved teams. n. Pays all faulty supervisors. o. Pays all home game officials. p. Prepares an annual budget in consultation with the coaches and CFO. q. Prepares the coordination of map directions to all CIFSDS schools. r. Sees that all damaged equipment is repaired. The Athletic Director may delegate this responsibility to coaches.
C. Facility Responsibilities: a. Checks that all coaches properly supervise facilities. b. Coordinates all safety checks on all equipment and facilities. c. Coordinates faculty supervision calendar for all home games and play-off games. d. Determines that the facilities and equipment are usable and that routine maintenance is performed. e. Secures and makes rental agreements for all off-campus facilities and makes sure that they are usable. f. Updates all emergency plans related to athletes and the Event Center.
D. Financial Responsibilities: a. Establishes and collects all athletic fees.
b. Pays all officials, tournament, fee, equipment, field, and coaches’ bills. c. Prepares and signs all necessary game and tournament contracts. d. Signs and processes all check requests and purchase orders.
E. Medical Responsibilities: a. Provides accident/ injury reports when needed.
b. Provides adequate first aid supplies.
c. Verifies that students have a current physical and emergency medical release and possible injury warning.
F. Academic Eligibility: a. Checks student’s eligibility, both academic and discipline. b. Informs the coaching staff of those athletes who are ineligible for athletic participation due to failure to meet designates GPA standard or disciplinary issues.
G. Supervision: a. Apprises the Principal of departmental difficulties and achievements. b. Assists coaches in their handling of day to day logistics of planning practices, teaching skills and strategy of their sport, and in handling each athlete as a person. c. Continuously evaluates the performance of coaches and teams. d. Encourages and provides leadership in professional growth areas and in-service opportunities. e. Establishes guidelines for coaches and players concerning moral conduct, attitudes and discipline. f. Provides leadership in coaching knowledge and techniques for all sports.
H. Supervisory Task: a. Conducts coaches meetings each year. b. Develops in-service training sessions for coaches. c. Gathers and makes available instructional materials for the coaching staff. d. Observes and evaluates coaches regularly, both during games and practices. e. Stimulates professional growth by challenging the coaching staff to participate in outside activities in the community.
I. Inspiration: a. Formulates and articulates a Catholic philosophy of athletics. b. Helps coaches, players, and fans to see the role of sportsmanship as a valuable part of the athletic program. c. Provides goals and objectives for coaches that further the educational mission of the school. d. Publicizes the CIF Ethics in Sports and Pillars of Victory guidelines.
J. Communication and Promotion: a. Assists athletes in obtaining academic and athletic scholarships. b. Coordinates all media personnel on campus. c. Coordinates and writes monthly newsletter articles. d. Directs coaches in reporting results and accomplishments of the teams to appropriate personnel. e. Distributes all appropriate press releases to the media.
f. Educates and stimulates interest among students and parents for the program (assemblies and pep rallies). g. Effectively stimulates interest of parents and students. h. Maintains appropriate liaisons with San Diego Community. i. Meets each season with all parents and team members. j. Prepares all programs for the thrice Annual Recognition Nights and coordinates and conducts the evening’s agenda. k. Prepares the program and coordinates all aspects of the yearly Athletic Academic Honors Convocation. l. Prints and distributes schedules of all games. m. Responds to all queries of athletes and parents concerning the sports program.
SECTION XII
Coaches’ Profiles
COACH: Mr. Tom Angioletti
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Softball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Baseball, Football- All Hallows
COLLEGE: Baseball- Upsala College
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2009 - Present Head Coach, Varsity Softball- OLP Assistant Head Coach, Varsity Softball- Cathedral Catholic H.S. Assistant Defensive Coach, Freshmen Football- Cathedral Catholic H.S. Head Coach, Freshmen Softball- Torrey Pines High School Volunteer Assistant Coach, Varsity Softball- San Diego High School
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Coached various youth teams in softball, baseball and football. Retired from Federal Law Enforcement and currently teach at Fullerton College.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports provide us with numerous benefits and learning opportunities that we are able to transfer to our daily lives both at work and school. The physical benefits, social skills, development of self-esteem, as well as leadership qualities and concept of team work are only a few of the values that sports add to our personal development. The concept of “victory” is also an excellent reward for our efforts, but even if we go down in defeat the benefit derived in knowing we did our best is just as important.
COACH: Mr. Daniel Barragan
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Montgomery HS: Varsity Baseball- 4 yrs Cross Country- 2 yrs Varsity Soccer- 4 yrs
COLLEGE: San Diego City College: Baseball- 2 yrs San Diego State University: Baseball- 2 yrs
OTHER: Mexico Semi-Pro: Baseball- 17 yrs US Army, S. Korea: Soccer- 2 yrs
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2004-2006 Otay Ranch High School, Varsity Baseball 2002-2009 Bonita Valley Girls Softball, 4 All-Stars Coaching 2003-2008 AYSO Soccer, Boys and Girls 2008-2011 Chula Vista American Little League, Baseball 2009-2011 Personal Trainer (Speed & Agility), Baseball & Soccer
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Always give 110% on the field and good results will follow.
COACH: Ms. Darice Carnaje
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Tennis Head Coach Varsity Basketball Head Coach Junior Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach Junior Varsity Softball Assistant Coach Junior Varsity Tennis Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 years Varsity Tennis- Mt. Miguel HS 4 years Varsity Basketball- Mt. Miguel HS
COLLEGE: ---
OTHER: 2007- Won Intersectional Championship (National Clay Tournament) 3rd National Hardcourt Open (Womens Doubles) 2006- Won Intersectional Championship (National Hardcourt Tourn.)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Tennis at La Mesa Recreation Center- 5 years Tennis Camps at University of San Diego Ed Collins Tennis Camps Basketball at OLP- 15 years Tennis at OLP- 14 years Softball at OLP- 6 years San Diego Parochial Athletic League Point Loma Rec Basketball League Tennis Professional at Barnes Tennis Center and Peninsula Tennis Club
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Games are won at practice.
COACH: Ms. Krystine Cuaresma
SPORT COACHED: Cross Country Assistant Coach Track & Field Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP
COLLEGE: Cal State University, San Marcos
OTHER: Cross Country, Soccer, Track
COACHING BACKGROUND:
OLP- 2 years Track, 1 year Cross Country, Personal Trainer, Certified Yoga Instructor, OLP Rookie of the Year, OLP Most Athletic, MVP Cross Country, Soccer, Track, 4 Year Varsity Tri-Scholar Athlete.
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Boot Camp Instructor, Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports bring people together despite athleticism. Its about the love of the game, competition, atmosphere, the friends wade, the physical changes through exercise, and creating good life style choices that last forever. Playing sports provides confidence, teamwork, and leadership.
COACH: Ms. Sydney D’Angelo
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 1 year Freshman Basketball- OLP 3 years Varsity Basketball- OLP
COLLEGE: 2 years Basketball- Grossmont College
OTHER: ---
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2 years, Varsity Assistant Coach - OLP • 5 years, JV Basketball Assistant Coach- OLP • 7th & 8th Grade Basketball Coach- Our Lady of Perpetual Help
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• California Commission on Community College Athletics, Student Athlete of the Year- Grossmont College • 2010 Student Athlete of the Year- Grossmont College
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
By participating in a sport, an athlete is expressing a love for the game and a desire to improve oneself athletically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. It is a coach’s responsibility to aid in this improvement. I hope to help athletes in their efforts to learn and grow.
COACH: Ms. Janae Delgado
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: University of San Diego High – Varsity Soccer 4 years
COLLEGE: CA State University – San Bernadino CA State University – Fullerton United States International University National University
OTHER: High School, Club, College Division I, II, and NAIA, Woman’s League
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• Coached High School Girl’s Soccer • Hesperia JV High School • JV Head Coach, 2 years • USDHS Assistant JV Coach, 1 year • Club Competitive Soccer • Valley Center, 2 years • Poway Vaqueros, 2 years • SDSC, 8+ years • Assistant Coach Crusaders • San Diego Soccer Club, 6+ years
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Competitive Club Soccer Coach for over 12 years
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Winning is not everything; you learn more from losing and in any given day, any team can be beat. 100% at all times is all I ask for. Coaching is not just the game of soccer for me it’s life values and respect and team effort.
COACH: Mrs. Rachel Doyle
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Soccer Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 1 yr. JV Soccer- University of San Diego HS 3 yrs. Varsity Lacrosse- University of San Diego HS
COLLEGE: 2 yrs. Soccer- Southwestern Community College 1 yr. Club Soccer- San Diego State University
OTHER: ---
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2013-Present Varsity Soccer head Coach - OLP 2010-2013 Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach- OLP 2008-2010 JV Soccer Head Coach- OLP 2008-2009 U-17 Girls Assistant Coach- North San Diego Football Club 2006-2007 Recreational Soccer Coach 2005 - 2008 9th Grade Soccer Coach- OLP 2002 Varsity Lacrosse Coach- University of San Diego HS 2001 Recreational Soccer Coach
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• National “E” License in coaching- July 2008 • B.S. in Kinesiology (Exercise Science)- May 2007 • Attended Soccer Champions Coaches Clinic (NSCAA)- March 2010
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
High school sports are an opportunity for the girls to pursue an activity they enjoy outside of the classroom. It allows the girls to represent OLP, build friendships, and recognize the value of teamwork and teammates- all of which they will carry throughout OLP and beyond.
COACH: Ms. Rebecca Floyd
SPORT COACHED: Gymnastics Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Kearny High School
COLLEGE: Mesa Community College
OTHER: Gymnastics- 35 years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• Coaching since age 10 at Olympic Gold Gymnastics • Coach- All Stars, YMCA, and San Diego School of Gymnastics
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• 27 years of Coaching Experience • OLP coach since 2007 • Currently run Toby Wells YMCA gymnastics center
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
It’s not only important to try your hardest, but to support your team as well.
COACH: Ms. Natalie Garrett
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: USDHS & Cathedral Catholic- 4 year Varsity Softball
COLLEGE: San Diego City College- 2 yrs.
OTHER: Playing softball since age of 8 Club Softball since age of 14
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2010- Present Assistant Coach, Softball- OLP
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
My philosophy of sports is to give it your all. You never know what you are able to do unless you try your hardest. I believe sportsmanship involves treating the other coaches and players with respect; fellow teammates as well as the opposing team. For me winning can be described in this quote by Vince Lombardi, “Winning is not everything, but wanting to win is.”
COACH: Mr. Aaron Gonzalez
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Golf Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 years Football 4 years Baseball 2 years Soccer
COLLEGE: ---
OTHER: Baseball Soccer Tournament Golf
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2011 City Conference Coach of the Year • 2006- Present OLP Varsity Golf Coach (Eastern League Champions- 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010; At large berth CIF 2009 #9 in county) • Boys & Girls Club of Chula Vista Indoor Soccer- Head Coach • Lucky Waller Little League Baseball- Assistant Coach • St. John of the Cross Catholic School • Football- Assistant Coach • Boys’ Soccer- Head Coach • Girls’ Soccer- Head Coach (Regular Season Champions ‘05)
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• A.Y.S.O. — Referee • Boy’s & Girl’s Club of Chula Vista Indoor Soccer- Referee • County of San Diego Juvenile Hall- Student Worker • St. John of the Cross Catholic School- 8th Grade Teacher
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Work hard, be nice.
COACH: Mr. Paul Guzman
SPORT COACHED: Assistant Swim Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Saint Augustine, graduated 2009
COLLEGE: University of California San Diego
OTHER: South Bay Aquatics, Coronado Navy Swim Association, City of San Diego Swim
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• OLP 2013
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Swim Instructor at Preuss School Children
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports provide a safe environment in which growing adolescents learn to value hard work, deication, fun, and an appreciation for teamwork. Through comradery they learn respect for themselves and their peers.
COACH: Mr. Zak Henggeler
SPORT COACHED: 9th Grade Volleyball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Buena High School – Basketball & Volleyball
COLLEGE: San Diego State University Club Volleyball Team
OTHER: Beach Volleyball
COACHING BACKGROUND:
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Perry-Vaughn Summer Basketball Camp
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe sports can be a great way to learn about team work, how to get along with others, and how to direct one’s competitive nature to win games in a team environment. At the root of any sport, the team outweighs an individuals and that thinking can transfer over to other aspects of life, allowing people to work better and harder in every area from family to one’s career.
COACH: Ms. Elise Hennrikus
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Soccer Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Clovis West High School: Varsity Cross Country, 4 yrs. Varsity Soccer, 4 yrs. Varsity Track & Field, 4 yrs.
Club Soccer: Clovis United, CCH, Odyssey, Bullard
COLLEGE: Assumption College: Varsity Soccer, 4 yrs.
OTHER: Semi-Pro Indoor Women’s Soccer League, Elk Grove, CA Co-ed Indoor Soccer League, Co-ed Outdoor Soccer League, Sacramento Marathon, San Francisco Half Marathon, USA Athletes International (Soccer in Italy & Australia)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2010-2013 JV Soccer Head Coach at OLP • U10 Girls Soccer Coach- Fresno, CA • 2005-2008 Soccer Dynamics (HS Girls Soccer)- Barnstead, NH • 2005-2007 Swim Instructor (ages 5-12)- Coronado, CA & Fresno, CA
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
My philosophy begins with three basic rules: listen, respect, and work hard. With these three rules, everything else will be fun and run smoothly. I believe in teaching the technical and tactical sides of soccer. As well as promoting the development of soccer skills, leadership skills, and teamwork. While doing this we will also have fun doing our best to win and prepare for advancing to the varsity team.
My philosophy as a coach is to help student athletes grown and mature. The learning of soccer skills is reinforced with positive values, having fun, and good sportsmanship. I strive to instill the qualities of dedication, determination, and good teamwork at every practice and game. Personal goal setting and team goal setting are blended to produce a successful season. We will be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
COACH: Mr. Peter Johnson
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach Junior Varsity Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: -Foothill High School -3 year Varsity member Boys Volleyball
COLLEGE: -2 year Team Captain -3 year 1st Team All-League Sea View
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND: -Balboa Bay Volleyball Club -Beach + Bay Volleyball Club -Coast Boys Volleyball Club -Bronze Medal with 18’s team at 2013 Jr. Olimpics -9th overall with 17’s team at 2013 Jr. Olimpics -Francis Parker Boys Volleyball -2014 D4 CIF Champs, D3 SoCal Regional Champs
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
COACH: Mr. Dan Keays
SPORT COACHED: Cross Country Head Coach Track & Field Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Track- St. Augustine High School Baseball- St. Augustine High School
COLLEGE: SDSU, Intramural Baseball
OTHER: ---
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• St. Patrick’s Elementary School- 10 years • North Park Youth Track Club • Personal trainer for nationally ranked tri-athletes • 23 years at OLP
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
High school sports provide us with a unique opportunity to prepare for life’s challenges. Young athletes learn the value of physical fitness, setting and achieving personal goals, respect for authority, teammates, and opponents, and self-confidence.
COACH: Mr. Jeff Kirschbaum
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Golf Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Mankato Loyola Golf Team- 4 years Varsity
COLLEGE:
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2013 Track & Field Varsity Throwers Coach
2012 OLP Volleyball JV Head Coach
2009 - Present Coach, Junior Varsity Golf- OLP
2005-2006 JV Basketball Coach- Cardinal Newman HS, West Palm Beach, FL
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
High School Teacher for 10 years. Currently teaching in Religious Studies Dept. at OLP.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I view team sports as a tool for teaching youth valuable lessons in life, such as etiquette, integrity, teamwork, goal-setting, problem-solving, self-analysis, etc. I believe sports provide a venue for youth to learn numerous life lessons while having fun and living a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.
COACH: Mr. John Kitchingham
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Golf Assistant Coach Junior Varsity Golf Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: ---
COLLEGE: 2 years, Varsity Golf- San Diego City College
OTHER: Golf Professional- Stardust Country Club
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2 years- Assistant Professional and Teaching Professional- Stardust Country Club, San Diego, CA
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Golf teaches honour and respect for the game. This translates into qualities that are the essence of good citizenship and ethics in all walks of life.
COACH: Mrs. Stacy Lewis
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Volleyball Head Coach Track Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Central Catholic- Volleyball, Basketball, Track & Field Gresham- Volleyball, Track & Field
COLLEGE: Grossmont College- Volleyball Mesa College- Track & Field
OTHER: Club Volleyball- 6 yrs.
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• La Jolla High School Volleyball- Freshman, JV & Assistant Varsity, 4 yrs. • Epic VBC 2 yrs.
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
“You reap what you sow.” Hard work, dedication and being a team player are not only lessons for sports, but life lessons that will help students in the real world.
COACH: Ms. Laura Longobardi
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Softball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Academy of Our Lady of Peace – Varsity Softball (4 yrs.)
COLLEGE:
OTHER: Breakers Travel Softball Club
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• AOLP Varsity Softball
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• YMCA Baseball/ Softball Counselor
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Competitive, extracurricular sports provide a valuable opportunity to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and physical skills while making friends and learning the value of an active, healthy lifestyle.
COACH: Mr. Kevin Manley
SPORT COACHED: Swim & Dive Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Mercersburg Academy (Pennsylvania)
COLLEGE: U.S. Naval Academy, B.S.
OTHER: Virginia Tech, Grand Canyon U., M.Ed.
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• Swim & Diving Coach at OLP & Saints- 15 years • USAS Club Coaching- 12 years • CIF Coaching Advisory Board for Swimming- 7 years • 2009 CIF Swimming Boys Coach of the Year • OLP Head Swim Coach
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Mathematics Teacher at Saint Augustine HS- 14 years
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I strive to align the swimming and diving program with the schools ESLRs and place emphasis on providing quality team experience. I believe that mental, physical and spiritual growth should be the foundation of individual and team success.
COACH: Ms. Ariel Meek
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Basketball, 4 years- OLP Varsity Letterwoman
COLLEGE: Basketball, 2 years- Grossmont College
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2009-Present Assistant Coach, Basketball- OLP
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• YMCA sports instructor for ages 3-14 • Pee Wee Basketball Coach
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
~Success shouldn’t be measured exclusively on one’s number of wins. Hard work, determination, and heart play huge roles in how successful and athlete is. It is important that we are always courteous to our opponents because having great sportsmanship carries over into real life. It is also important to be fundamentally sound in sport and not focus on being “flashy” like professional athletes.
~Training is the opposite of hoping.
~Hard work and heart are the driving forces to success.
COACH: Ms. Amanda Miles
SPORT COACHED: Varsity Volleyball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Volleyball- Sheldon HS- Varsity 4 years League MVP, 1st Team All-State League Champs all 4 years
COLLEGE: Volleyball- Idaho State University, Point Loma Nazarene University – 2 years
OTHER: AAA ranking on CBVA (BVA Beach Volleyball)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• Solana Beach Volleyball Club • Francis Parker High School • Beach & Bay Volleyball Club Assistant Director • OLP Girls Varsity • Point Loma High School Boys Varsity
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Mentor for SD Hall of Champions • Champion Sports Corp Leadership Program • Volunteering for the hall of champions in the Champion Sports Corp. Program
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe in coaching every player and the entire player. I believe in building a competitive environment with discipline, hard work, and passion for the game at the core. This means equipping each athlete with the tools and knowledge to succeed beyond the court. I will influence each individual on and off the court with guidance and mentoring. It is my desire to train athletes to improve their overall volleyball skills as well as to develop leadership, teamwork, responsibility, strong work ethic and character throughout the season.
COACH: Mr. Carey Miller
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Basketball, Football- Los Angeles HS 4 year Varsity Player Basketball 3 year Varsity Starter Basketball
COLLEGE: Basketball- West Virginia University Institute of Technology Los Angeles City College
OTHER: Basketball, Football FBA Basketball, ABA
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2012- Present OLP Head JV Coach • 2009-2012 OLP Head Freshman Coach • 2006-2008 Men’s JV Basketball Head Coach- WVU-Tech • 2006-2009 Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach- WVU-Tech • 2008-2009 Women’s Basketball Special Assistant to Head Coach- WVU-Tech • 2010-present E.B.O. AAV Girl’s Basketball
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• 2006-2009 Men’s & Women’s Basketball Player Development Coach- WVU-Tech
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Be true to yourself, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art. A person must be interested in finding the best way, not in having his/her own way. Teamwork is not a preference, it’s a requirement, play to have fun. Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.
A coach is a teacher that teaches good sportsmanship, great work ethic, dedication, and most importantly, the importance of academics. To help develop skills to maximize potential in each and every player from the first to last.
COACH: Ms. Mia Morales
SPORT COACHED: 9th Grade Volleyball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP ‘08
COLLEGE: North Park University University of San Diego
OTHER: Coast Volleyball Club
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 2011-12 Beach & Bay Volleyball Club • 2010-11 Del Sol Volleyball Club • 2008-10 Lightening Volleyball Club
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe athletics can teach young girl’s more about life and themselves. Although I am competitive and my goal is to win league, my ultimate goal is for incoming freshmen to learn fundamentals, teamwork, time management and communication. These skills can go beyond the volleyball courts.
COACH: Mr. Rolan Reyes
SPORT COACHED: Track & Field Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: St. Augustine High School 4 years Football 4 years Track & Field
COLLEGE: San Diego State University
OTHER: San Diego State University Intramurals, 5 years San Diego Flagg Football League, 9+ years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2003 — Present OLP & Saints Jump Coach- Coached several school record holders 1999 — 2002 St. Augustine High School- Track & Field and CIF finalists
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Started & coached women’s flag football within a student organization at SDSU. • Worked at the SDSU Fitness Clinic training clients in exercise and rehabilitation.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe sports are a valuable tool in enhancing one’s life. Many useful skills, not just physical, can be developed and learned through sports. I believe that sports should be challenging and fun. Of course, winning is fun, but if you can learn to lose and still have fun, then that will make you a better athlete and person.
COACH: Ms. Nicole Salem
SPORT COACHED: 9th Grade Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 3 yrs. Varsity Basketball- OLP 3 yrs. Varsity Tennis- OLP
COLLEGE: ---
OTHER: SDSU Arc Rec Leagues – 4 years Basketball YMCA Rec Leagues
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2009 5th-8th Grade Basketball Volunteer Coach- SSA
2007-Present 9th Grade Basketball Assistant Coach- OLP
2007 7th Grade Basketball Volunteer Coach- OLPH
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports teach young students the value of hard work, dedication and perseverance. I believe all high school students should have the opportunity to participate in the sports programs no matter what the skill level. It is my job to teach everything I know about the sport and to be a role model of sportsmanship and hard work.
My coaching philosophy is that I want to be able to share my knowledge of sports with a new generation of athletes, to help them learn basic fundamentals, master the necessary skills and progress to higher levels of competitive performance. I have a lot of pride for the Academy of Our Lady of Peace and I want to give it back to this school community as much as it has given me. In the spirit of the CSJ mantra of gentleness, peace, and joy, I hope to lead my players to victories on the court as well as graceful sportsmanship when victory is not within reach.
COACH: Mrs. Lois Sczepaniak
SPORT COACHED: Tennis Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Tennis- Hoover HS
COLLEGE: Tennis- Cuyamaca Junior College
OTHER: USTA leagues, WTT leagues
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 5 yrs. Assistant Coach- OLP • 2 yrs. Junior Varsity Coach- Helix Charter High School • 3 yrs. Varsity Coach- Helix Charter High School • 11 yrs. Teaching- East County Community Tennis Association • 11 yrs. Spring Valley Recreation Center Tennis Teacher
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• AS in Exercise Science- Cuyamaca Jr. College • USPTA and USPTR certified • 2000-present, Spring Valley Rec. Center Tennis Instructor • 2000-present, National Junior Tennis League (NJTL) Instructor • 2000-present, East County Community Tennis Association (ECCTA)Tennis Instructor
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports are a fun way for a person to learn cooperative and competitive life skills. Cooperative drills/practice improves one’s skills, while competition tests one’s skills. Learning to win/lose gracefully builds character and can teach the player what she needs to practice. Every match is an opportunity to learn and grow in skills and character.
COACH: Ms. Elyse Witt
SPORT COACHED: Swim Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP- Varsity Swim, 4 yrs.
COLLEGE: ---
OTHER: South Bay Aquatics Club Swimming, 10 years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• 4 years OLP Varsity Swim • 1 year South Bay Aquatics- Novice Swim
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Lifeguard Certification
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports participation develops personal growth and teamwork. As a coach, I try to inspire and enhance my swimmer’s abilities to excel not just in the pool but in life as well.
COACH: Mr. Christian Yoakum
SPORT COACHED: Cross Country Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Bishop Montgomery High School
COLLEGE: Santa Clara University
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
• Bishop Montgomery High School (’90 to ’98 – Frosh, JV, Varsity Basketball Coach) • Crespi High School (Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach, Assistant + Head of Golf Coach) • St. Monica High School (Head Varsity Basketball Coach, JV + Head of Varsity Golf Coach) • St. Augustine High School (Varsity Assistant + Basketball Coach)
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Highlands Ranch Colorado Middle School “B” Team Head Basketball Coach • Bishop Montgomery High School Volunteer Assistant for Cross Country Girls Team (1989, 1990) Part-time Aid
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
COACH: Ms. Dena Young
SPORT COACHED: Junior Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Academy of Our Lady of Peace – Softball – 4 year Varsity letterwoman
COLLEGE: San Diego City College – 1 year
OTHER: Travel Teams: 1 yr. Renegades, 2 years 3rd Degree
COACHING BACKGROUND: 2 years Coaching at AOLP
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
• Pitching lessons on occasion
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
My philosophy of sports is that athletes should always give 100% of what they have every single day. By trying out for a sport, the athlete has made a commitment and must give their all to get the most from the experience. Even if the athlete has never played that specific sport, the best way to enjoy it is by challenging oneself in every way possible.
SECTION XIII
SECTION XIV Student Eligibility ***This Information is Taken Originally from the State CIF Website***
A Message To Student-Athletes Your school is one of more than 1,400 public, parochial, private and charter high schools that have agreed to follow the rules and regulations it helped enact through the California Interscholastic Federation.
Your high school years will provide some of the most memorable and enjoyable moments you will ever experience. The privilege of competing in interscholastic athletics is a once-in-a-lifetime experience which will influence you forever, but participation is dependent on your eligibility.
The essential eligibility requirements in this brochure are only a summary of some of the regulations affecting student eligibility. Most requirements are found in the CIF Constitution and Bylaws, which can be found in your school administrative office or on the State CIF web site, www.cifstate.org. In addition, your school/district has the authority to establish more stringent standards and enact codes of athletic conduct that are in the best interest of individual students, the team and community.
Review the rules with your parents/guardians and ask questions of your principal and athletic director. Your role in following the rules will assure eligibility to participate in interscholastic sports or prevent your participation as an ineligible athlete, which could result in forfeiture of contests for your school.
CIF Approved Interscholastic Sports Badminton Golf Tennis Baseball Gymnastics Track & Field Basketball Lacrosse Volleyball Cross Country Skiing & Snowbd. Water Polo Field Hockey Soccer Wrestling Football Swimming & Diving
A Summary Of The Rules 1. AGE—High school students become ineligible if they reach their 19th birthday before June 15 of the current school year. (Bylaw 202) 2. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION—Schools require that a student receive an annual physical examination conducted by a medical practitioner certifying that the student is physically fit to participate in athletics. This statement must be on a school board-approved form and be for the current school year. (Bylaw 307) 3. SCHOLASTIC ELIGIBILITY— Students must have a 2.0 GPA, on a 4.0 scale in all enrolled classes. Students must have passed at least the equivalent of 20 semester periods of work at the completion of the most recent grading period and currently be enrolled in at least 20 semester periods of work. (Bylaw 205) 4. RESIDENTIAL ELIGIBILITY – A student generally has residential eligibility upon initial enrollment in the 9th grade of any CIF member high school. Any student entering from the 8th grade must have achieved a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in all the enrolled courses at the conclusion of the previous grading period. (Bylaw 204) 5. SEMESTERS OF ENROLLMENT—A student may be eligible for athletic competition during a maximum amount of time that is not to exceed eight consecutive semesters following initial enrollment in the 9th grade of any school. (Bylaw 204) 6. TRANSFER STUDENTS— A student in grades 9 through 12 who participates in an interscholastic athletic contest or is enrolled in and/or attends a school for 15 school days or more shall be considered to have been “enrolled” in that school and be classified as a transfer student if the student changes/enrolls in another school. There are several classifications of transfer students. (Bylaw 207) Valid change of residence - When a student and the entire family changes residence, the student may be granted unlimited eligibility allowing him/her to play all sports at any level at the new school. Other rules do apply; consult your administrator.
Students and parents anticipating a change of schools should first seek advice from their high school administration. 7. UNDUE INFLUENCE/RECRUITING—The use of undue influence by any person directly or indirectly associated with a school to secure or encourage the attendance of a student for athletic purposes, shall cause the student to become ineligible for a minimum of one year and subject the school to severe sanctions. Also, students may be prohibited from participation when they participated on a non-school team (i.e., AAU, Club, Travel Ball, Camps) and then transfers to the school that is associated with that non-school team. (Bylaw 510) 8. PARTICPATION ON AN OUTSIDE TEAM — A student on a high school team becomes ineligible if the student competes in a contest on an “outside” team in the same sport during the student’s high school season of sport. The student's school team may also be forced to forfeit contests. Some CIF Sections may have restrictions that include a prohibition of practice with an “outside” team. Please consult with your school administrator prior to participating with a non-school team. (Bylaw 600) 9. PROFESSIONAL TRYOUTS – A student shall become ineligible for CIF competition if he/she participates in a tryout for a professional team in any CIF-approved sport from September 15 to June 15 unless: (1) His/Her principal has given written approval to a request for such participation from a professional team, AND (2) The tryout is limited to five students or less. CAUTION: Compliance with this bylaw does NOT ensure your eligibility with other athletic organizations, i.e., NCAA, NAIA or other governing bodies.
CIF PHILOSOPHY ON STUDENT ELIGIBILITY FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC COMPETITION The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), as the governing body of high school athletics, affirms that athletic competition is an important part of the high school experience and that participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege. The privilege of participation in interscholastic athletics is available to students in public or private schools who meet the democratically established standards of qualification as set forth by the CIF Federated Council. CIF bylaws governing student eligibility are a necessary prerequisite to participation in interscholastic athletics because they: A. Keep the focus on athletic participation as a privilege, not a right; B. Reinforce the principle that students attend school to receive an education first; athletic participation is secondary; C. Protect the opportunities to participate for students who meet the established standards; D. Provide a fundamentally fair and equitable framework in which interscholastic athletic competition can take place; E. Provide uniform standards for all schools to follow in maintaining athletic competition; F. Serve as a deterrent to students who transfer schools for athletic reasons and to individuals who recruit student-athletes; G. Serve as a deterrent to students who transfer schools to avoid disciplinary action; H. Maintain an ethical relationship between high school athletic programs and others who demonstrate an interest in high school athletes; I. Support the Principles of “Pursuing Victory with Honorsm.”
SECTION XV ATHLETE OF THE YEAR CRITERIA
9th 9th 9th 10th 10th 10th 11th 11th 11th 12th 12th 12th CATEGORY Fall Winter Spring Fall Winter Spring Fall Winter Spring Fall Winter Spring 9th 9th Captain JV JV Captain Varsity Varsity Captain All League 1st Team All League 2nd Team All League Honorable Mention All CIF OLP Scholar-Athlete All League Academic California All-CIF Scholar-Athlete All-CIF Academic Team All-CIF Team Captain S.D. Union Tribune Scholar-Athlete N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A S.D. Union Tribune Player of the Week S.D. Union Tribune Player of the Month OLP Athlete of the Month All-Tourney Team Most Valuable Player Most Improved Player Most Inspirational Player 4 Year Varsity Letterwoman N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Coaches' Award Heisman Award X X X X X X X X X U.S. Army National Reserve Scholar-Athlete Award X X X X X X X X X
SECTION XVI Athletic Policy Against Hazing
The San Diego Unified School District strives to maintain a healthy athletic program in which all students feel safe and welcome and can be proud of the school and the athletic programs they represent. SDUSD Administrative Procedure 6240C3F states in part hazing, in any form, is strictly prohibited. Violation of the law prohibiting hazing is a misdemeanor. (Education Code 32050-52) The Academy of Our Lady of Peace adheres to all CIF policy guidelines. Accordingly, the following policy is implemented.
Education Code 32050. Hazing As used in this article, hazing includes any method of initiation or preinitiation into a student organization or any pastime or amusement engaged in with respect to such an organization which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, to any student or other person attending any school, community college, college, university or other educational institution in this state; but the term Hazing does not include customary athletic events or other similar contests or competitions.
Education Code 32051. Hazing; prohibition; violation; misdemeanor No student, or other person in attendance at any public, private, parochial, or military school, community college, college, or other educational institution, shall conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing, or commit any act that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or person attending the institution. The violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100), nor more than five thousand dollars ($5000), or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both.
Persons violating this policy shall be subject to OLP discipline including forfeiture of athletic eligibility.
I understand that hazing of any kind is not allowed on this campus and in the athletic program. This includes mental, verbal and physical acts. I further understand that it is my duty to report any acts of hazing that I see to a coach or administrator on campus.
By signing below, I agree to uphold this policy and understand that any violation will result in my immediate suspension from athletics and further disciplinary action as outlined in OLP's policy and procedures.
Athlete's Name (Please Print) Athlete's Signature
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SECTION XVII Chiropractors & Physical Examinations for Sports/Athletics
THIS FORM CLARIFIES WHO CONSTITUTES A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL REGARDING SPORTS PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS.
SECTION XVIII General Information
1. All athletes must have parental permission to participate in CIF sports. 2. All athletes must have a current physical examination on file in the attendance office. The form must be dated less than one year from the date of the tryouts. The physical must remain in effect for the duration of the season. This is California Law. 3. Lost equipment must be paid for by the athlete. A $150 deposit will be collected to ensure that uniforms and equipment are received in usable condition. 4. If a player quits or is dropped from a team, she cannot participate in another sport for the remainder of the school year without express permission from the Director of Athletics.
5. Once the roster has been finalized, a player is allowed to miss three excused practices during the season of sport. (Excused absences include prolonged illness, injury, A.S.B. meetings, etc.) After three absences, the player may be dropped from the team upon the discretion of the Athletic Director and coach. If a player is home ill, it will not be counted against her. 6. All athletes are expected to attend practices of the team unless at home ill. If a player is injured but is able to attend school, she will attend practices. A coach must be notified if a practice or game is to be missed. 7. A player must attend all games, even when injured. 8. A player must attend school the day of a contest or expect not to participate. (Athletes must be in school for at least two blocks of instruction to be eligible to play.) This is a CIF requirement. 9. A player must attend practice the day before a contest or expect not to participate in the contest. This is a CIF requirement. 10. A player must attend the entire contest unless other arrangements have been made with the coach. 11. A player agrees to keep herself in good health and physical condition by getting proper rest and diet, avoiding the use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. The use of any of the last three will result in the dismissal of the student from participating in the current sport. 12. A player will remember that she represents OLP, at all times showing respect to officials, other players and to coaches. 13. 13. A player is committed to the team for the season once team selections are made.
SECTION XIX Code of Conduct for OLP Student-Athletes
1. In order to participate in all athletic activities at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, students agree to obey regulations and training rules set up by the OLP Athletic Department, California Inter-Scholastic Federation, and the San Diego Section of CIF.
2. Athletes are expected to show the highest standards of sportsmanship during all practices and competitions. Inappropriate behavior on or off the competitive field will not be tolerated.
3. Athletes are to share in the responsibility for the conduct of their teammates and supporters of their team by controlling their behavior.
4. Athletes must accept the decision of an official. Any questions regarding a call or calls are to be directed to the official by the coach or team captain.
5. Athletes should show cordial courtesy to visiting teams and officials.
6. Any concerns that the athletes have should go to the head coach, Athletic Director, and finally the Principal.
7. Athletes shall be responsible for all equipment issued and shall pay for equipment not returned.
8. Athletes must keep up their academic performance to continue to participate on a team.
9. Athletes are to avoid all use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco and avoid all connections with their usage.
10. Any violation of the OLP Student/Parent Handbook or Code for Student Athletes will be handled in an appropriate manner.
Please see the “Athlete’s Agreement” signed by each athlete for specific details to the above code.
SECTION XX General Policies
A. ADMISSION FEES
In keeping with the Academy’s philosophy that all co-curricular activities be accessible to as many students as possible, the Department of Athletics chooses to not impose additional admission fees for home games. This policy is in effect for all regular season games held at OLP. Play-off fees are regulated by the San Diego CIF Office. Admission fees charged for play-off games are collected at the behest of CIF. Those fees increase with each succeeding round of the play-offs and may differ from sport to sport.
B. CLEARANCE AND ELIGIBILITY
A major task of a coach is to make certain that students are properly cleared, that all paperwork is submitted and that students are eligible and maintain their eligibility. Coaches should recognize and support the college preparatory nature of the Academy. Athletes should be encouraged strongly to maintain grades well above the stated CIF requirements.
Eligibility: All students participating in the Interscholastic Sports program must maintain at least a 2.0 academic average as stated by the rules of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and the San Diego City Conference.
Fall sports eligibility is determined by the semester GPA of the June report card.
Winter sports eligibility is determined by the GPA of the 1st quarter progress report.
Spring sports eligibility is determined by the semester GPA of the January report card.
Cumulative GPA is not a factor in determining eligibility.
If a student's GPA falls below 2.0, or if she receives an "F" in any course at the quarter or semester, she is removed from the team. She may not rejoin the team later in the season. Any student who receives one D will be removed from the team. She may not rejoin the team later in the season.
Placement on Disciplinary Probation will result in suspension from the team during the period of probation.
Students lose eligibility on the day immediately following the general distribution of report cards or progress reports.
All students trying out for a sport must complete a CIF Athlete Eligibility Packet prior to the first day of try-outs.
OLP athletes are to complete only on their CIF team during their season of sport. Simultaneously participating on a CIF team and a club team is in violation of CIF rules.
C. DISMISSING AN ATHLETE FROM A TEAM
Dismissal from a team is the last action a coach should take in attempting to discipline a student. Suspension, additional work, counseling, etc., are alternative ways of dealing with discipline problems. The following reasons may warrant dismissal:
• Failure to follow the athletic code • Failure to maintain required academic standards • Violation of CIF or league rules governing eligibility (age, residence, etc.) • Major school infractions leading to suspension from school • Smoking in or out of uniform, use of drugs or alcoholic beverages • Consistent absenteeism from practices or games/matches without a legitimate excuse • Unauthorized wearing of school uniform or use of school equipment • Use of obscene language and/or profanity • Insubordination to coaches or other school personnel
An athlete who chooses to leave a team of her own accord is expected to meet with her coach and with the athletic director to discuss her decision. This decision to leave a team after being named to a roster is to be taken seriously. An athlete who voluntarily leaves a team may not compete on a CIF team for the rest of the year.
D. EARNING A LETTER
Each coach sets appropriate criteria for lettering. The criteria may include, but is not limited to, time played, games played, specific marks are matched, etc. The letter recipient shall have contributed to the team in a positive manner, both off and on the playing field. Each coach shall establish written criteria for lettering prior to the beginning of each season. The Athletic Director shall approve all letter criteria for each sport. A copy of lettering criteria shall be given to each athlete.
The athletic letter is awarded in the Head of School’s name at the conclusion of each season. Each coach must prepare a list of team members who have lettered. This list is to be received by the Athletic Director within one week of the season's completion. Team managers are not eligible to earn an athletic letter.
Varsity, Junior Varsity and 9th Grade letters will be provided by the school and may be obtained from the Athletic Director. The coach may present the letter to the athletes at an informal end-of-the season celebration or the athletes may obtain their letter from the Athletic Director.
Athletes who are moved from one team level to a higher team level will letter at the level at which they spent the majority of the season. They also will be acknowledged on roster lists on the team where they spent the majority of the season.
REPLACEMENT COST The following price list constitutes replacement cost for letters, awards, etc. V Letter $15.00 Tri-Athlete Patch $10.00 JV Letter $15.00 Scholar Athlete Patch $15.00 9th Grade Letter $15.00 Inserts $ 2.00 Bars $ 2.00 Captain’s Star $ 2.00
E. EXPLANATION OF AWARDS
ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM
Junior and Senior athletes are recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune newspaper for their excellence on the field and in the classroom. They have achieved at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA and lettered at the Varsity level in their sport. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
ALL-CITY CONFERENCE ACADEMIC TEAM
These Senior athletes are recognized for their cumulative GPA. Team members are chosen from among all-city conference players and only the top ten scholar-athletes are recognized. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
ALL-LEAGUE TEAM
Coaches representing each league team select outstanding players from throughout the league. The coaches also vote for the League Player of the Year.
ALL-CIF TEAM
Coaches representing each league conference throughout San Diego County select athletes to be honored as All-CIF team members.
ALL-CIF SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD
These athletes are recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune as being among the top scholar-athletes throughout the county. Five girls from each CIF sport are chosen for this honor. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
OLP TRI-ATHLETE AWARD
This award is given to OLP athletes who play in three sports during the year. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
OLP TRI-SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD
This award is given to OLP athletes who play in three sports during the year and maintained a minimum 3.5 GPA each season. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
F. FUNDRAISING
The Academy holds two fundraisers each year: The Magazine Drive benefits the entire school. The annual golf tournament exclusively benefits the Department of Athletics. It is the policy of the school that no other fundraising activities be held. This means that no parent will be asked for any donation or expected donation for any reason related to the sports program.
If a parent chooses to donate to the OLP Athletic Department, the funds received will be used at the discretion of the Director of Athletics in consultation with the coach.
G. INSTRUCTIONS TO DRIVERS
Instructions to parents/guardians and students who use their cars or other vehicles to transport students on field trips, or to and from school events, including athletics:
1. Have a valid driver's license.
2. Ensure that the vehicle is safe. A safety check of the tires, brakes, lights, horn, suspension, etc., is recommended.
3. Check the adequacy of your liability insurance. You are liable in the event of illness, accident, injury or death resulting from such use of your vehicle. State laws direct that "all persons making any field trip or excursion shall be deemed to have waived all claims against the district (its employees) or the State of California for injury, accident, illness or death occurring during or by reason of the field trip or excursion" (ED. Code 35330).
4. Carry no more passengers than the number for which your vehicle was designed. Each passenger is required to be seated in seats installed by the vehicle's manufacturer and to use a safety belt.
5. The number of passengers, including the driver, may not exceed eight (Ed. Code 39830).
6. Travel caravan style if more than one vehicle is used.
7. Motorhomes may NOT be used to transport students. Motortrucks and pickups may NOT transport more persons than can safely sit in the passenger compartment. (No more than 3 passengers in the front seat on any vehicle.) Students are expressly forbidden to ride in the cargo areas of pickups and motortrucks whether or not those areas are enclosed with camper shells or other protective covering (Ed. Code 39830).
H. MEDICAL EXAM
All students participating in CIF sports are required to have a physical examination and show proof of insurance coverage before they may try out for a team. Students are notified of these requirements via a summer mailing, the school bulletin, and a preseason meeting called by the coach.
It is the student's responsibility to obtain a physical at her own expense. The physical form must be dated less than one year prior to try-outs. Only one medical exam is needed per year, regardless of the number of sports in which the student participates. Once the medical form is signed by the physician, it is kept on file in the front office, and must contain the name and number of the health insurance coverage maintained for the student by her parent or guardian. It is suggested that the athlete keep a copy of the medical form.
I. PARENT/COACHES MEETINGS
Parents and athletes are required to attend a meeting with the coaches. This meeting is held on campus in the evening at the beginning of each season. All forms and fees are to be collected at this time. A formal overview of the Athletic Department is provided by the Director of Athletics. Coaches then have the opportunity to meet with their individual teams.
J. PARENT/COACH RELATIONSHIP
Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations. By establishing and understanding each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide a greater benefit to children. As parents, when your daughter becomes involved in OLP programs, you have the right to understand what expectations are placed on your daughter. This begins with clear communication from the coach of your daughter’s program.
Communication you should expect from a Coach: 1. Philosophy of the coach. 2. Expectations and goals the coach has for the athlete as well as for the team/season. 3. Location and times of all practices and contests. 4. Team requirements: special equipment, strength and conditioning programs, etc. 5. Procedures to be followed if an injury occurs to your child during participation. 6. Team rules, guidelines and consequences for infractions. 7. Award criteria.
Communication Coaches expect from Athletes/Parents: 1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach. 2. Notification of any schedule conflicts in advance. 3. Notification of illness or injury as soon as possible.
As your daughter becomes involved in the programs at Academy of Our Lady of Peace, she will experience some of the most rewarding moments of her life. It is important to understand that there are times things do not always go the way you or your daughter wish. At these times, discussion with the coach is encouraged. It is the first and most integral step to understanding and resolution.
Appropriate concerns to discuss with Coaches: 1. The treatment of your daughter. 2. Ways to help your daughter improve. 3. Concerns about your daughter’s behavior.
It is very difficult to accept that your daughter may not be playing as much as you hope. Coaches are professionals. They make judgment decisions based on what they believe to be the best for all student-athletes involved. Certain things can be and should be discussed with your daughter’s coach. Other things, such as those listed below, must be left to the discretion of the coach.
Issues not appropriate to discuss with Coaches: 1. Playing Time 2. Team Strategy 3. Play Calling 4. Other Student-Athletes
There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and player or coach and parent. These conferences are encouraged. It is important that all parties involved have an understanding of the other’s position.
K. PARTICIPATION FEE
Each athlete will be expected to pay $240.00 per sport. This fee will be collected at the beginning of each season. An athlete who plays a third sport in one year will pay $100 for the third season. No athlete will be denied participation because of an inability to pay this fee.
L. PRACTICES
The Academy is a closed campus. No unscheduled practices may be held after-hours or on weekends without explicit permissions of the Principal or Assistant Principal and the knowledge and approval of the Director of Athletics. Practice schedules are to be prepared for the Director of Athletics, athletes and their parents. Those schedules are to include information concerning the date, time, place, and duration of the practice.
Athletes and coaches are expected to maintain appropriate behavior, attitude and language at all practices, as well as games.
An unexcused absence from practice will result in a player not playing in the next game.
Athletes are expected to be present at all practices and competitions, as set out in guidelines in this Handbook. OLP adhere to all City Conference schedules, and as such, competitions may occur during OLP vacations. OLP teams also may be involved in tournaments during vacations and holiday weekends. Students and parents need to realize that an athlete’s absence during that time may impact her playing time upon her return, and her ability to letter.
Athletes also need to schedule college visits so that they do not conflict with the team’s published schedule.
M. RECRUITMENT
Below is Rule #510 as listed in the CIF Green Book. It states that no school official may contact a student regarding recruitment.
RULE #510. The use of undue influence by any person or persons to secure or retain a student or to secure or retain one or both parents or guardians of a student as residents may cause the student to be ineligible for high school athletics for a period of one year and shall jeopardize the standing of the high school in the California Interscholastic Federation.
NOTE: Undue influence is any act, gesture or communication (including accepting material of financial inducement to attend a CIF member school for the purpose of engaging in CIF competition regardless of the source) which is performed personally, or through another, which may be objectively seen as an inducement, or part of a process of inducing a student, or of his or her parent or guardian, by or on behalf of, a member school to enroll in a particular school for athletic purposes.
N. TEAM LOCKERS
The Director of Athletics will make available blocks of lockers for each athletic season. Each player will use the locker while it is issued to her by her coach. A record of the locker, combination of the lock, and serial number of the lock will be maintained by the coach. Any player who loses a lock will be charged $5.00 for its replacement. No player may share a locker with another player. No player will have cause to disclose her combination to another player or to be in another player's locker. Any student who violates these regulations will subject to disciplinary action.
O. TEAM ROSTER
In general the following guidelines are used for our teams:
9th Grade This team is at a higher level than junior high competition, while still emphasizing participation, skill development and team play. Playing time will not necessarily be equal.
Junior Varsity Participation is important but the development of individual players for varsity level competition is equally important. The best individuals will start and play the majority of the time. Playing time will not necessarily be equal.
Varsity This level is for exceptional athletes with emphasis on discipline, team play, and competition. The best individuals will start and play; playing time will not necessarily be equal.
Players may be brought up to a higher level at the Head Coach’s discretion and with the consent of the Athletic Director.
P. TEAM TRAVEL POLICY
OLP sports teams do not travel out of the state for any competition. Any tournament that is outside San Diego County is undertaken only with the permission of the Director of Athletics in consultation with the Head of School. Expenses and time commitments needed to travel outside the county are factored into decisions regarding team travel beyond San Diego County.
Q. TRYOUT POLICY PHILOSOPHY
The OLP Athletic Department is sensitive to the needs of the athletes during the tryout period. It is the school’s desire to see that as many student athletes as possible are involved in the program during the athletic season. Unfortunately, due to facility space, time constraints, equipment limitations and additional factors, limitations are placed on sizes of teams for each individual sport. Tryouts generally last for 4-5 days.
Choosing the members of the various athletic teams is the responsibility of the coaching staff.
Before tryouts begin, coaches shall provide team information to all candidates and parents of the candidates. Such information shall include:
a. Length of tryout period. b. Objectives used to select the members of the team. c. Number of team members that will be selected and criteria involved in selection - positions needed, etc. d. Distribution of practice and competition schedule. The coach will explain the commitment necessary to join team.
e. Clear notification that tryouts are based on the performance during the selection period. Tryouts are not based on summer participation or coaching camps that the athletes participated in previous to selections.
JV and 9th grade coaches will follow the criteria for selection that have been established by the Varsity head coach for the particular sport. Varsity head coaches will be involved in the JV and 9th grade level selections to aid the lower level coaches.
When lowering the numbers on teams becomes a necessity, a coach will provide the following opportunities for each player:
a. Lists or rosters of team membership will not be posted. Each coach will meet with each candidate individually to discuss strengths, weaknesses, and squad membership or reason for non-membership. b. The coach will discuss options or alternatives for those individuals who do not make the team. Such alternatives could include participation in the student activities program or a manager position on the team. c. Each athlete must have had an opportunity to perform in at least one intra- squad competition during tryouts.
Once team rosters are in place, coaches/directors have the right to expect athletes to begin participation on the first officially scheduled day of in-season practice. Appropriate penalties may result from non-compliance. Students are expected to attend scheduled competitions/performances during holidays. The coach should clearly state this policy in published team/organization guidelines and rules.
No OLP athlete may participate on two OLP teams during the same season of sport. No practices or competitions are to be scheduled on Sundays or on the following holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter or Good Friday. Students may observe their own religious days holidays without penalty.
Team sizes are to adhere to the following numbers. Any exceptions to this guideline are made only after consultation with the Athletic Director. No team roster is to be posted or announced until the Athletic Director has approved the coaches’ choices. This number does not include managers, statisticians, etc.
Fall Sports: Winter Sports: Spring Sports: Cross Country 55-60 9th Grade Basketball 12-14 JV Gymnastics 14-16 Varsity Golf 7-10 JV Basketball 12-14 Varsity Gymnastics 10-12 JV Golf 12-14 Varsity Basketball 12-14 JV Softball 12-14 JV Tennis 12-14 9th Grade Soccer 16-18 Varsity Softball 12-14 Varsity Tennis 12-14 JV Soccer 16-18 Swim 45-55 9th Grade Volleyball 12-14 Varsity Soccer 16-18 Track 55-60 JV Volleyball 12-14 Varsity Volleyball 12-14
R. UNIFORM DEPOSIT
The uniform deposit fee is designed to ensure the timely return of all uniforms, bags equipment, etc., issued to each athlete. This deposit, $150, will be held during the season of sport but it will not be cashed. If, at the season's conclusion, the uniform and equipment are received, the check will be mailed home to the parent/guardian. There are no exceptions to this policy.
S. WEIGHT ROOM
The weight room is to be used by athletes only under the supervision of a coach or other adult designated by the Principal or Director of Athletics. Use of the room is limited to the time during which the team is scheduled to practice. Any exceptions to the policy must be approved either by the Principal or the Director of Athletics. Upon completion of all activity in the weight room, the supervisor is responsible for securing the room.
T. RULES FOR USE OF WEIGHT ROOM EQUIPMENT:
All students using the weight room must be thoroughly familiar with the proper care of the equipment. Optimum instruction will be given on personal safety, while using the equipment. All students using the weight room must be attired in athletic styled clothes and must wear tennis shoes (only rubber soled shoes are allowed while working with this equipment). All students using the weight room must have a signed permission slip on file. When arriving in the weight room, each individual must check in with the supervisor before beginning any activity. The supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that each individual in the weight room is familiar with safety instructions and proper use of equipment. When finished with the weight room break down all weights and return them to the racks. Pick up any trash or personal items before securing room.
SECTION XXI Sexual Harassment Summary- prepared by Francis Bielli, J.D
I. Introduction
As your employer, OLP must take all reasonable steps to prevent discrimination and harassment from occurring. Sexual harassment is prohibited by OLP and is against the law.
Every employee should be aware of: • what sexual harassment is • what steps to take if harassment occurs • state law prohibiting retaliation for reporting sexual harassment
II. What is Sexual Harassment?
Although many people think of sexual harassment as involving a male boss and a female employee, not all sexual harassment is done by males. Sexual harassment often involves individuals, other employees of the company or other people doing business with or for the company. It's against the law for females to sexually harass males or other females, and for males to harass males or females.
III. State Law
California Law defines sexual harassment as:
1. Verbal Harassment - epithets, derogatory comments or slurs.
Examples: Name-calling, belittling, sexually explicit or degrading words to describe an individual, sexually explicit jokes, comments about an individual's anatomy and/or dress, sexually oriented noises or remarks, questions about a person's sexual practices, use of patronizing terms or remarks, verbal abuse, graphic verbal comments about the body.
2. Physical Harassment - assault, impending or blocking movement, or any physical Interference with normal movement, when directed at an individual.
Examples: Touching, pinching, patting, grabbing, brushing against or poking another person's body, hazing or initiation that involves a sexual component, requiring an individual to wear sexually suggestive clothing.
3. Visual Harassment - derogatory posters, cartoons, or drawings.
Examples: Displaying sexual pictures, writings or objects, obscene letters or invitations, staring at an individual's anatomy, leering, sexually oriented gestures, mooning, unwanted love letters or notes.
4. Sexual Favors - unwanted sexual advances which condition an individual's benefit upon an exchange of sexual favors.
Examples: Continued requests for dates, any threat to an individual if sexual favors are not given, making or threatening reprisals after a negative response to sexual advances, propositioning an individual.
** It is impossible to define every action or all words that could be interpreted as sexual harassment. The examples listed above with the state definition of sexual harassment are not meant to be a complete list of objectionable behavior.
IV. If Sexual Harassment Occurs
1. When possible, confront the harasser and persuade him/her to stop. The harasser may not realize the advance or behaviors are offensive. When it is appropriate and sensible, you may want to tell the harasser the behaviors or advances are unwelcome and must stop. Sometimes a simple confrontation will end the situation.
2. To report sexual harassment, contact your supervisor. Sexual harassment or retaliation should be reported in writing or verbally. You may report such activities even though you were not the target of the harassment.
3. An investigation will be conducted and appropriate action taken. The school will investigate, in confidence, all reported incidents of sexual harassment and retaliation.
V. Sexual Harassment Can Be Costly
If you, as an employee, are found guilt of sexual harassment, you may be personally liable for monetary damages. The school will not pay damages assessed against you personally.
In addition, the school will take disciplinary action-termination is one possible action against any employee who engages in sexual harassment.
VI. Notes
(The following are general guidelines for interacting with other individuals): • Always treat everyone fairly, without favoring one person over another • Always conduct yourself in a professional manner • Always listen to an individual's concerns, do not dismiss as unimportant • Always think before you speak, especially in stressful situations
SECTION XXII Substance Abuse Policy
Discipline at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is seen as an aspect of moral guidance and not simply as a form of punishment (See Parent-Student Handbook). Further, discipline is seen as allowing for the development of character, respect for authority and is enforced for the purpose of assisting the student in self-discipline. Moreover, self-discipline allows for a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to learning. To emphasize and uphold those beliefs, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace adheres to a zero tolerance policy concerning the use of illegal substances.
In order to provide adequate public notice to the OLP community regarding this policy, it is stated in the following school publications:
1. Athlete Agreement Contract 2. CIF Ethics in Sports Policy 3. Coaches Handbook 4. Code for Student-Athletes 5. Parent-Athlete Agreement Contract 6. Parent-Athlete-Coaches Handbook 7. Parent-Student Handbook
Illegal substances shall be defined as, but not limited to, the following: Alcohol, narcotics, hallucinogens, depressants, stimulants, marijuana, steroids, or any other non-medically prescribed controlled substance. Additional, no drug paraphernalia is allowed on campus.
To preserve a drug-free campus, the following guidelines have been implemented:
• Any student found to be in possession of an illegal substance on campus, at a school sponsored event, or in personal possession in close proximity to the campus will immediately be suspended. A student who is with others in violation of this policy may also be held accountable. Furthermore, the student may be remanded to police custody.
• The Academy Discipline Board or Administrative Review Board will convene within twenty-four hours or the closest school day of the alleged incident to meet with the student and her parents. Contingent upon determinations made at the meeting, the following steps will be taken:
1. No student in possession of an illegal substance or using an illegal substance will be allowed to participate in any co-curricular activities for the following thirty-five days, the length of one quarter.
Those co-curricular activities include, but are not limited to the following: Any elected student body office, any appointed student body office, Carondelet Circle, any CIF sports team, Cheerleaders, Peer Counselors, Thespians, OLP Choral Ensemble, OLP Orchestra, and club activities.
2. Any student who is a student body officer, holds an appointed student body office, is a member of Carondelet Circle, is a member of CIF sports team, is a Peer Counselor, or is a club officer will be immediately be removed from her position. Further, the principal shall assume direct control of the case; the Discipline Board will not hear it.
3. The Chairperson of the Department of Guidance and Counseling is charged with establishing an appropriate professional contact for the student and her parents. A member of the department will be named as liaison among the school, the parents, student and outside counselor/medical personnel.
4. If, at the conclusion of appropriate interventions, the student is deemed to be drug-free, and acknowledges the gravity of her error, the principal, may at her discretion, reinstate privileges of co-curricular participation to the student. A second substance offense will result in expulsion from the Academy. A student and her parents automatically receive an opportunity to meet with the principal prior to the expulsion.
5. Any student found to have been selling or providing an illegal substance to others will be culpable for her actions. She will be dismissed immediately from the Academy.
SECTION XXIII Parent Support of the OLP Sports Program
PARENT SUPPORT OF THE OLP SPORTS PROGRAM
The following suggestions for parents with sons or daughters involved in high school sports were compiled by Tom Shanahan formerly of the San Diego Union Tribune. The suggestions were compiled by Tom following discussions with coaches, administrators and sports experts.
1. Help the coach focus on coaching tasks by providing a supportive environment and performing organizational jobs.
2. Encourage the coach to lay out expectations for athletes and parents at the beginning of the season.
3. Value the coaches for their ability to influence the athletes, enjoyment of sports rather than focusing on the win-loss record.
4. Continue to counsel your child about sports, but allow her to make more decisions on her own as she gets older.
5. Allow the athlete to make her own decision to play or not to play, so that the athlete does not feel the need to please her parents.
6. Do not bring a youth or club sports approach to high school level. High school sports are different than club sports. The high school program is governed by a structure already in place, the CIF program. CIF has many different policies than a club team.
7. Do not expect your daughter to play high school sports with the expectation of obtaining a college scholarship.
8. Do not confuse a request to assist with the program as providing parents with the right to determine coaching policy.
9. Do not expect the coach to be available constantly on the phone or in person.
10. Do not attempt to undermine a coach during the season. Voice your concerns to the administrator at the end of the season.
SECTION XXIV Parent and Fan Responsibilities
Parents’ Responsibilities Parents are expected to encourage their daughter to perform to the best of their ability both athletically and academically. They should be a source of support for the student and the program in which they are participating.
Parents are role models for the students and representatives of OLP. As such, they are expected to exemplify good attitudes by treating all players, coaches, fans, officials, and other parents with respect and dignity. Parents must insist that students abide by rules established by OLP, the coach and CIF.
Parents should be positive in support of their own team and recognize the achievements of the opposing team. Vulgar or denigrating remarks are never appropriate. Parents should allow their students to enjoy the benefits of competition, remembering that not everyone can be the star, be on the first team, or have equal playing time.
Winning and losing must be kept in perspective. Co-curricular activities are primarily designed for students to learn and have fun. Participants who do their best are to be commended even if their best isn’t good enough to win.
Fans’ Responsibilities OLP fans represent the school, whether at home or away. They are expected to support their team in a positive way and treat all participants and fans with respect and dignity. Attending a high school game is different from attending a professional contest. Fans’ behavior should reflect that difference. You are responsible for your behavior.
SECTION XXV Articles
a. “How To Be Your Child’s Best Fan” by Douglas C. Varvil-Weld, Ph.D. b. “Sports Parents Remember, It’s Just a Game” by Hal Rock c. “Parents Must Be Good Sports, Too” by Polly Drew d. “Teaching Parents To Be Better Sports” by Lisa Cohn e. Are You A Good Sports Parent? f. CIF: Why Kids Participate in Sports