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Tuscarora High School
Fall Parent Meeting
2011
Agenda
• Pamela Paul-Jacobs – Principal
– Welcome and general remarks
• Bruce Anderson– HABC President
• Derek Farrey – Athletic Director
– Greeting and LCPS, VHSL guidelines
• Stacy Gallo– Certified Athletic Trainer
• Break out session with coaches
– Locations on handout
Have You
Joined
The HABC?
$30
Yearly Membership is $30 per family.
Lifetime Membership is $100 per family
How does The HABC make
the money used to support our
student athletes?
•Concession Sales
•Program Ads
•Banner Sales
•50/50 Raffles
•Membership Dues
How can you Help?
•Join the HABC
•Work in concessions
•Volunteer
•Come to a meeting
•Join a committee
•Become a board member
•Be involved
Purpose of Meeting:
• Congratulations to all athletes for being selected to be a
member of a fall sports team.
• Discuss LCPS, and VHSL policies
• Sportsmanship
• Communication
• Give coaches opportunity to meet the parents to talk about
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The upcoming season
Expectations of the team
Commitment they expect of team members during the season
Talk about rules and regulations
Mandatory Study and Academic Monitoring
Concession and Ticket Takers:
Concessions and Ticket Taker expectations: We
ask that each parent sign up for 2 nights of help
for the concessions stand and 1 night of Ticket
Taking. Sign up sheets will be available at the
individual meetings. Please include an email
address so we can send you a reminder the
week you are to work.
Family Passes
• If you attend all Tucarora home games this year,
you will spend over $400.00 per person on
admissions. Annual passes can be a tremendous
savings. To take advantage of this limited time offer
opportunity, simply fill out the order form below, make
check payable to Tuscarora High School and return
to school either by mail or in person to the Athletic
Department. For information, please call the Athletic
Department at 571-252-1900.
• These passes are good for ALL REGULAR
SEASON HOME GAMES ONLY (does not include
playoff or tournament games) at Tusacrora High
School for the School year 2011-2012
Lets meet our Staff
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Asst. AD – John Puterio
Certified Athletic Trainer – Stacy Gallo
Football
– Michael Burnett (Head Varsity)
– BJ Miles (Asst.)
– Adam Fortune (Asst.)
– Brian Fletcher (Asst.)
– Robert Smart (Asst.)
– Adam Synder (Asst.)
– Brian DeVault(Asst.)
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Volleyball
– Marsha Hermes(Head Varsity)
– Megan Puckli(Asst. Varsity)
– Jennifer Wheaton(Head JV)
– Samantha Smingler (Head Freshman)
Golf
– Jeff Kaplan
Cheerleading
– Meg Upp(Head Varsity)
– (Head JV)
– Tammy Carter (Head Freshman)
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Cross-Country
– Becky Puterio (Head Varsity)
– Troy Harry (Asst.)
– Larissa Lemp (Asst.)
LCPS and VHSL
Rules & Regulations
Required Forms & Fees to
Participate
• Physical
• LCPS Training Rules*
– Pg. 2 Coaches rules/sport specific
• Emergency Card
• Parent Consent/Assumption of Risk
• Insurance Forms/waiver
– LCPS does not carry Insurance on student
athletes
• Signed form – acknowledgement of
reading Student Athlete handbook
• $100 Activity Fee per Sport and needs to
be paid by August 19th.
• *Knowledge of rules
LCPS Training Rules
• Important Training rules that always seem to
come up: (see handout)
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• In order to participate in an athletic activity
or practice on any given day, an athlete or
manager must report to school by 9:15am
and must remain in school that entire day.
Exceptions may be made for Doctor or
Dental appointments or reasons excused
by the Principal. (A Doctor/Dental note is
required for this exception)
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• Any athlete or manager serving suspension or
in-school restriction for violation of school rules
will be ineligible to practice or play in a
scheduled event on the day or days he/she is
serving the punishment, including Saturdays.
• Not eligible to practice or play in a game until the
day after the last day of ISR/OSS.
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• Any athlete or manager
who uses or possesses
tobacco, drugs, or alcohol
during a sports season
will be dismissed from the
team.
• LCPS has a zero
tolerance policy.
• Different from many
neighboring school
systems.
VHSL Handbook Rules
(see handout for complete list of VHSL rules)
• 28-4-1 Scholarship Rule
• Student athletes must be
currently enrolled in not
fewer than 5 subjects and
have passed 5 subjects
the preceding semester.
– A subject for which credit
has previously been
granted may not, if
repeated, be used by any
student to satisfy the
requirements of this rule.
VHSL Handbook Rules cont.
• 28-7-1 Semester Rule
• The student shall not have been
enrolled in the last four years of
high school for a period of more
than eight consecutive semesters,
beginning with the semester in
which he/she was enrolled for the
first time in ninth grade.
• 28-10-1 Awards Rule
• Students may receive permissible
awards presented and approved by
the school and VHSL - see VHSL
handbook and AD!
VHSL Handbook Rules cont.
• 28-11-1 Independent Team Rule
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Student responsibility for sports participation. During the sports season for
the relevant sport, a student may, while a member of a school squad or
team engage in interscholastic sports become a member of or participate
with an organized team in the same sport which is independent of the
school’s control so long as such participation does not conflict with the
school squad or team.
• Choices
• Communication is the key
Sportsmanship
• Sportsmanship is a
priority in LCPS
• VHSL Sportsmanship
Awards:
– Wachovia award
• Sportsmanship Award
– Stay in the game
award
• SET THE EXAMPLE!
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Sportsmenship Statement
Good sportsmanship is viewed by
Tuscarora High School as a
commitment to fair play, ethical
behavior, and integrity. In perception
and practice, sportsmanship is defined
as those qualities, which are
characterized by generosity and
genuine concern for others. The
ideals of sportsmanship apply equally
to all sports. Individuals, regardless of
their role in activities, are expected to
be aware of their influence on the
behavior of others and model good
sportsmanship.
Expectations of Parents and
Spectators
Realize that a ticket is a privilege to
observe a contest and SUPPORT high
school activities, not a license to
verbally assault others or be generally
obnoxious.
Respect decisions made by contest
officials.
Be an exemplary role model by
positively supporting teams in every
manner possible, including content of
cheers and signs.
Respect fans, coaches, and
participants.
BE A FAN…NOT A FANATIC.
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Acceptable Behavior
Applause during introduction of
players, coaches, and officials.
Players shaking hands with opponents
who foul out while both sets of fans
recognize player’s performance with
applause.
Cheerleaders lead fans in positive
school chants.
Handshakes between participants and
coaches at the end of a contest.
Treat competition as a game, not war.
Applause at the end of contest for
performances of all participants.
Encourage only sportsmanlike
conduct.
Unacceptable Behavior
Yelling or waving arms during free
throw attempts.
Disrespectful yells, chants, or songs.
BOOING!
Criticizing officials in any way.
Refusing to shake hands.
Blaming loss of game on officials,
coaches, or participants.
Laughing or name-calling.
Use of profanity or displays of anger
that draw attention away from the
game.
The Six Fundamentals
of Good Sportsmanship
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Show respect for your opponents
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Show respect for the officials
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Conform to the spirit as well as the letter of the rules
Maintain self control at all times
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They are professionals who do their job to the best of their
ability
Know, understand, and appreciate the rules of the contest
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They are your guests
The desire to win must not overcome rational behavior
Recognize and appreciate an opponent’s good performance
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Applauding a quality performance by an opponent is good
sportsmanship and good will
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Encourage others to be good sports
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If you see someone displaying unsportsmanlike
behavior, spend a few moments to remind that person
of the role of educational athletics and how
sportsmanship is a part of the process!
• Definition
HAZING
– To recklessly or intentionally endanger the health
or safety of a student or to inflict bodily injury on a
student in connection with or for the purpose of
initiation, admission into or affiliation with, or as a
condition for continued membership in a club,
organization, association, fraternity, sorority or
student body regardless of whether the student so
endangered or injured participated voluntarily in
the relevant activity.
• Hazing is classified as a
misdemeanor!
• Make this a priority to
emphasize!!!!!!!!!
COMMUNICATION
Athletic Department
• We are available for questions or concerns
– Derek Farrey – Athletic Director
– John Puterio – Asst. Athletic Director
– Jeanne Regina – Athletic Secretary
• Office phone – (571) 252-1910
• Fax Number – (571) 252-1912
• Athletic Web Page – Great source of Information
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Schedules (revised date)
Practices and Games (Cancellations, Changes)
Directions to opposing schools
Scores and results
Post season tournament information
All required paperwork available to download
• Parent Coach Communication Pamphlet
Tuscarora HS Athletic Training
Program
Certified Athletic Trainer
-Stacy Gallo
Tuscarora’s Athletic Training
Staff
• Stacy Gallo VATL, ATC
Full-time Athletic Trainer
BS Bridgewater College
• Dr. Tim Johnson
• Dr. David Johnson
Orthopedic Surgeon, The National Sports
Medicine Institute
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
What is an Athletic Trainer?
Minimal 4 year degree and successful completion of
National Accreditation Exam
Licensed by Virginia’s Board of Medicine to practice
Athletic Training
Responsibilities
• Prevention of injuries and re-injury
• Immediate care of injuries
• Recognition, evaluation and assessment
of injuries
• Rehabilitation and reconditioning of
injuries
• Organization and administration
• Professional development and
responsibility
Assumption of Risk
• Not all injuries can be prevented
• Catastrophic injuries can occur in any
sport
• Comprehensive care provided by Athletic
Training staff has been shown to reduce
the initial severity of injury and the
incidence of re-injury
Athletic Training
Coverage
• Athletic Training Room
• The Athletic Trainer will be available for
evaluations, treatments, rehabilitation, and
questions from student athletes, parents and
physicians each school day afternoon
• Athletic Contest Coverage
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All contests are covered by the home ATC
Injuries
• All injuries and illnesses must be
reported to the Athletic Trainer
• All injuries must be reported prior to a
return to activity regardless of the
severity
• The philosophy of Athletic Trainers is to
return injured athletes to participation in
the quickest and SAFEST manner
possible.
Rehabilitation
• Rehabilitaion and reconditioning is a
primary role of Certified Athletic
Trainers
• We have the tools and time to work with
your student-athlete
• Every injury will benefit from some form
of rehabilitation
Returning to Play
• A parent, coach, family physician,
administrator, ATC, or team physician can
exclude an athlete from participation
• All of these individuals must agree that the
athlete can and should play
• The return to play process is progressive in
nature and can take time to complete
• The ATC role is to ensure your studentathlete is ready to return to play safely
Concussions
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PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENT ATHLETE
REPORTS ANY HEAD INJURIES TO THE
CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER IMMEDIATELY
Concussion is an injury to the brain
Concussions can alter your ability to learn
Concussions can be life threatening
Signs and Symptoms
Headache
Dizziness
Confusion
Change in personality
Difficulty in sleeping
Difficulty concentrating
Loss of Appetite
Loss of memory
Treatment often includes rest/hydration
Nutrition
• Good Nutrition should be a priority
• Proper diet includes
60-70% carbohydrates
15% protein
15% fat
• Proper hydration is essential
• Replace 22-24 oz of water for every
pound loss
What are Nutritional
Supplements?
• Designed to improve athletic performance or
provide an energy boost
• Natural and synthetic substances
• If you are eating a well-balanced diet there
should be no need to supplement unless
advised by a MD
• Minimal to no regulation by the FDA
• Examples (some of these substances are banned by the NCAA);
• Creatine
Protine powders
Ephedra
• Amino acid supplements
Androstenedione
Caffeine
What are Anabolic Steroids?
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Synthetic Substances
Designed to increase muscle mass
Anabolic means “muscle building”
Steroids are a class of drug used in the
treatment of a variety of medical
conditions
• Medical doses are 10-100 times lower
than doses used to enhance performance
STEROIDS
• Dangers – Serious Issue
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Severe Acne
Bad Breath
Impotence
Death
• Coaches/Teachers
– Teaching license can be revoked
• Student Athletes
– Automatic 2 year suspension
from interscholastic athletic
competition for 2 years
What is MRSA?
• MRSA is a “Staph” infection
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
• MRSA does not respond to some common
antibiotics
• It is treatable
• MRSA, like other infections can become
very serious if left untreated
• Severe infection can be prevented by
practicing proper hygiene/early detection
Preventing MRSA
• Shower daily after practice and competition using
soap
• Make sure you are washing your workout clothes
daily or keeping them separate from non-workout
clothes
• Bring clean clothes every day to practice
• Report any suspicious lesion to the ATC
Do Not:
• Share Clothing
• Share towels
• Share personal products like soap or deodorant
What Happens to Suspicious Skin
Lesions?
– Lesions will be treated, covered and
referred to parents with information to
take to family physician
– If MRSA is suspected, will conduct a
Contact History Inventory and initiate
disinfection of specific facilities and
equipment
SUMMARY
• Thank you for your attendance and cooperation
at this Fall Parents Meeting.
QUESTIONS?
Break Out Session with Coaches
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Football – Front of Auditorium
Volleyball– Aux Gym
Cross-Country – Cafeteria
Cheerleading– Main Gym
Golf – Library