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Tri-Valley Academic & Training Rules Eligibility
 
  • Academic Eligibility
Grade/Eligibility will be determined at the end of each quarter/semester. In order to be eligible, a student must pass
all of his/her academic courses or have a 1.6 grade point average in those subjects. Should a student become
ineligible, he/she won't be allowed to participate during the following quarter/semester. All SDHSAA requirements
and  policies must also be met. (Students will be allowed to practice.)
 
  • Training Rules/Eligibility
  • Violations
Any student activity participant who pleads guilty, is found guilty, admits to or is seen
1. using or possessing alcoholic beverages
2. using or possessing dangerous, non-prescription drugs
3. using or possessing any tobacco product will forfeit the right to participate in  any school activity according to the following rules.
  • Rules
1. First Violation
a. After confirmation of the violation, the student shall lose eligibility for 25% of the regularly scheduled athletic contests or two consecutive weeks of ineligibility for any other school activity in which the student is a participant. No exception is permitted for a student who becomes a participant in a treatment program.
b. The student will need to show proof a chemical dependence evaluation and an assessment of potential use or abuse.
2. Second Violation
a. After confirmation of the second violation, the student shall lose eligibility for 50% of the regularly scheduled athletic contests or six consecutive weeks of ineligibility for any other activity in which the student is a participant. No exception is permitted for a student who becomes a participant in a treatment program.
b. Before being re-admitted to any activities, the student shall show evidence that he/she has sought and received counseling from a community drug counselor, medical doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
3. Third Violation
a. After confirmation of the third or subsequent violation, the student shall lose eligibility for the next twelve consecutive weeks of activities in which the student is a participant.
b. If, after the third or subsequent violations, the student on his/her own choice becomes a participant in a chemical dependency program or treatment program, the student may be certified for reinstatement in activities after a minimum of six weeks. Such certification must be issued by the director of the treatment center and approved by the secondary principal and activity director.
 
4. Penalties shall be accumulative beginning with each student’s 7th grade enrollment in Tri-Valley.
 
5. All students must attend practice but are ineligible for any performances during the period of suspension.  If the athletic season ends before the suspension time is completed, it will transfer to the next sport that the athlete has been an active participant in.
 
6. Any student who pleads innocent to one of the above charges and is later found guilty will miss the same number of performances as he/she would have missed if the student had originally pled guilty.

SDHSAA Directory/Participation/Safety Consent

 
Safety Statement
We understand and agree that (a) by this Consent Form the SDHSAA has provided notification to the parent and student of the existence of potential dangers associated with athletic participation; (b) participation in any athletic activity may involve injury of some type; (c) the severity of such injury can range from minor cuts, bruises, sprains, and muscle strains or more serious injuries to the body’s bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, or muscles, to catastrophic injuries to the head,  neck and spinal cord, and on rare occasions, injuries so severe as to result in total disability, paralysis and death; and (d) even with the best coaching, use of the best protective equipment, and strict observance of rules, injuries are still a possibility.

Directory Consent
We consent and agree that personally identifiable directory information may be disclosed about the student as a result of his/her participation in SDHSAA sponsored activities. Such directory information may include, but is not limited to, the student’s photograph, name, grade level, height, weight, and participation in officially recognized activities and sports.  If I do not wish to have any or all such information disclosed, I must notify the above mentioned high school, in writing, of our refusal to allow disclosure of any or all such information prior to the student’s participation in sponsored activities.

Participation Consent
We consent and agree to participation of the student in SDHSAA activities subject to all SDHSAA bylaws and rules interpretations for participation in SDHSAA sponsored activities, and the activities rules of the SDHSAA member school for which the student is participating.

Medical Insurance
If you are in need of medical insurance please ask for an application for school-time and full time coverage.

In-Season Rule
A student who is a member of a high school team may not participate in games, practice, tryouts in that particular sport during the same season on an independent or non-high school team or as a member of an “All Star” team.  Violation of this rule causes the student to become ineligible for the high school team for the remainder of that sport season.
 
By signing at the Eligibility Information Form (Step 2), we acknowledge that we agree to all of the above statements and rules, as well as the Consent for Release of Medical Information (HIPAA), and Medical Treatment

Sportsmanship Code of Conduct
 
Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations.  By establishing an understanding of each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and provide greater benefit to children.  As parents, when your children become involved in our program, you have the right to understand what expectations are placed on your child.  This begins with clear communication from the coach of the child’s program.
Communication you should expect from your child’s coach:
                  1)  Philosophy of the coach.
                  2)  Locations and times of all practices and contests.
                  3)  Team requirement; e.g., practices, special equipment, out-of-season conditioning.
                  4)  Procedure followed should your child be injured during participation.
                  5)  Discipline that may result in the denial of your child’s participation.
Communication coaches expect from parents:
                  1)  Concerns expressed directly to the coach.
                  2)  Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.
                  3)  Specific concerns in regard to a coach’s philosophy and/or expectations.
As your children become involved in the programs at Tri-Valley High School, they will experience some of the most rewarding moments of their lives.  It is important that they understand that there also may be times when things do not go the way you or your child wishes.  At these times, discussion with the coach is encouraged.
                  Examples:
                  1)  Treatment of your child, mentally and physically.
                  2)  Ways to help your child improve.
                  3)  Concerns about your child’s attitude.
                  4)  Academic support, college opportunities.
It is very difficult to accept your child’s not playing as much or where you may hope.  Coaches are professional.  They make judgments based on what they believe to be best for all students involved.  As you have seen from the list above, certain things can be and should be discussed with your child’s coach.  Other things should be left to the discretion of the coach.
                  Examples:
                  1)  Team strategy.
                  2)  Other student-athletes.
                  3)  Playing time.
There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and the parent.  These are encouraged.  It is important that both parties involved have a clear understanding of the other’s position.  When these conferences are necessary, the following procedures should be followed to help promote the resolution.  After your athlete has visited with his/her coach concerning an issue, parents should:
 
                  1)     Call the school to set up an appointment with the coach.
                  2)     If the coach cannot be reached, call the athletic director.  A meeting will be set up for you.
                  3)     Please do not attempt to confront a coach before or after a contest or practice.  These can be emotional times for both the parent and the coach.  Meetings of this nature do not promote resolution.
 
If the meeting with the coach did not provide a satisfactory resolution, the next step is to call to set up an appointment with the athletic director to discuss the situation.
 
Since research indicates a student involved in co-curricular activities has a greater chance for success during adulthood, these programs have been established.  Many of the character traits required to be a successful participant are exactly those that will promote a successful life after high school.  We hope the information provided on this page makes both your child’s and your experience with the Tri-Valley High School athletic program less stressful and more enjoyable.
  1. Before the Game:
    • Know the Athlete’s goals and their role.
    • Drop your expectations and accept your child’s.
    • Share these expectations with other members of the family.
    • Athletes know what parents do not regarding team goals.
  2. During the Game:
    • Learn how to watch a game:
      • Subjective sports (football, basketball, volleyball) versus
      • Objective sports like (wrestling, track, cross country).
    • Model appropriate behavior during the game.
    • Athletes should hear one instructional voice during the game:
    • Four roles during a game – Player…Coach…Parent…Officials.
                              PICK ONE!!
    • Be there for your child.
  3. After the Game:
    • Give them time and space…time to recover mentally.