Student Activities Handbook Loudoun County Public Schools 2021–2022 Sumser Photography www.sumserphotography.com [email protected] All Photos by: Social Media: @SumserPhotos Chas Sumser Ph: 703-969-0281 Dr. Scott Ziegler Dr. Douglas Fulton Division Superintendent Director of School Administration Derek Farrey Justin Martin Supervisor of Athletics Supervisor of School Activities Jerry Carter Kate Cassidy Briar Woods High School Loudoun County High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Ryan Young Kris Kelican Broad Run High School Loudoun Valley High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Dwayne Peters Jason Testerman Dominion High School Park View High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Brad Bauder Mike Sipe Freedom High School Potomac Falls High School Athletic Director Athletic Director James Totaro Matt Oblas Heritage High School Riverside High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Ryan Rogers Pat McNanley Independence High School Rock Ridge High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Joseph Breinig, Jr. Joan Windows John Champe High School Stone Bridge High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Jason Treon Tony Tallent Lightridge High School Tuscarora High School Athletic Director Athletic Director Rusty Lowery Woodgrove High School Athletic Director LCPS Student Activities Handbook 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................................6 A. To the Parent ............................................................................................................................................6 B. Commitment and Goals for Athletes ............................................................................................10 C. Athletic Goals ......................................................................................................................................... 12 II. GOVERNANCES ........................................................................................................................ 12 A. The Virginia High School League ................................................................................................... 12 B. The National Federation of State High School Associations ............................................... 12 C. The Athletic District/Conference .................................................................................................... 13 III. STUDENT REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION ............................................................ 13 A. Physical Examination ........................................................................................................................... 13 B. Emergency Medical Authorization Card ...................................................................................... 13 C. Parental Acknowledgment of Participation Rules and Guidelines ....................................14 D. Insurance Bulletin .................................................................................................................................14 E. LCPS Concussion Guidelines for Parents and Athletes ..........................................................14 F. Risk of Participation .............................................................................................................................14 G. Financial Obligations and Equipment ...........................................................................................14 H. Eligibility of Athletes ........................................................................................................................... 16 I. Official Start Dates for Tryouts....................................................................................................... 17 IV. ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT .......................................................................................... 17 A. General Conduct of Athletes ............................................................................................................ 17 B. Hazing ....................................................................................................................................................... 18 C. Corporal Punishment ........................................................................................................................... 18 D. Individual Coach’s or Sponsor Rules ............................................................................................. 19 E. Disciplinary Report during the Activity Season ........................................................................ 19 V. BASIC ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT POLICIES ....................................................................... 20 A. Participation...........................................................................................................................................20 B. Equipment ..............................................................................................................................................20 C. Attendance/Missing Practice and/or Game ..............................................................................20 D. Conflicts with Extracurricular Activities .....................................................................................20 E. Vacation Policy ...................................................................................................................................... 21 F. DESIGNATED NON-PRACTICE AND/OR NON-PLAY DATES .............................................. 21 G. Travel for Activities and Competitions ......................................................................................... 21 H. College Recruitment Policy ............................................................................................................. 22 I. Release from Class .............................................................................................................................. 22 J. Grooming and Dress Policy ............................................................................................................. 22 K. Squad Selection and Cutting Policies .......................................................................................... 22 L. Promotion to Varsity Squad ............................................................................................................ 23 M. Reporting an Injury ............................................................................................................................. 23 N. Skin Infections ....................................................................................................................................... 24 O. Energy Drinks/Supplements ........................................................................................................... 24 4 LCPS Student Activities Handbook P. Emergency Medications .................................................................................................................... 25 Q. Oxygen Use in Emergency Situations ......................................................................................... 25 R. Use of Electrical Modalities .............................................................................................................. 25 S. Lightning Guidelines ........................................................................................................................... 27 T. Concussion Guidelines ....................................................................................................................... 27 U. Weather Guidelines for Extreme Heat or Cold ......................................................................... 27 V. Locker Room Regulations ................................................................................................................ 27 W. Weight Room Regulations ............................................................................................................... 27 VI. ATHLETIC AWARDS POLICY ................................................................................................28 A. Varsity Letter Requirements ............................................................................................................ 28 B. Lettering Criteria That Pertain to All Sports ............................................................................. 28 C. Specific Criteria in Meeting the Requirements for a Letter ................................................. 28 D. Team/Individual Sports: ....................................................................................................................30 VII. STUDENT PARTICIPATION RULES AND GUIDELINES .................................................... 31 A. General Information ............................................................................................................................. 31 APPENDIX A Rules And Regulations for Students Participating in Student Activities ............................................................................................................................................ 32 APPENDIX B Distribution and Fitting of Athletic Protective Equipment ..............................34 APPENDIX C Athletic Equipment Loan Acknowledgement Agreement to Utilize Loudoun County Public Schools’ Property ............................................... 35 APPENDIX D NFHS and SMAC Position Statement on Appearance and Performance Enhancing Drugs and Substances ..................................................36