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Athletic Participation Packet
Jarrell Independent School District
PO Box 9
Jarrell, TX 76537
(512)746-2188
Athlete Name
Circle Appropriate Choice
Girls Athletics
Boys Athletics
Middle School
Grades 7th & 8th
High School
Grades 9-12
If Any Page is REMOVED OR INCOMPLETE, PACKET WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
ATHLETES WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN 2A-DAYS, DURING INSCHOOL ATHLETICS, OR AFTER SCHOOL PRACITCES UNTIL PACKET IS
COMPLETE AND TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC TRAINER/COACH.
Print or Write Information LEGIBLY with Blue or Black ink.
Forms to be filled out by Parent or Guardian and Student Athlete
• Medical History Form
• Preparticipation Physical Evaluation Form
• JISD - Athlete Emergency Information Card
• JISD - Medication Form – HIGH SCHOOL ONLY
• JISD - Athletic Travel Release Form
• UIL - Steroid Agreement Form
• UIL - Acknowledgement of Rules, General Information and Eligibility Rules Forms
• UIL - Concussion Acknowledgement Form
• JISD - Athlete & Guardian Information Form & Signature for Rules and Regulations
• UIL – Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Form
The UIL parent information packet can be found at www.uiltexas.org/athletics/manuals.
PREPARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION -- MEDICAL HISTORY
REVISED 1-6-09
This MEDICAL HISTORY FORM must be completed annually by parent (or guardian) and student in order for the student to participate in athletic activities. These
questions are designed to determine if the student has developed any condition which would make it hazardous to participate in an athletic event.
Student's Name: (print) _______________________________________Sex __________ Age__________________Date of Birth ____________________________
Address _______________________________________________________________________________________Phone__________________________________
Grade_______________________________________ School ___________________________________________
Personal Physician ______________________________________________________________________________Phone__________________________________
In case of emergency, contact:
Name _________________________________Relationship __________________Phone (H) __________________(W) ___________________________________
Explain "Yes" answers in the box below**. Circle questions you don't know the answers to. Any Yes answer to questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 requires further
medical evaluation which may include a physical examination. Written clearance from a physician, physician assistant, chiropractor, or nurse practitioner is
required before any participation in UIL practices, games or matches
Yes
1.
Have you had a medical illness or injury since your last check
up or sports physical?
Have you been hospitalized overnight in the past year?
Have you ever had surgery?
Have you ever passed out during or after exercise?
Have you ever had chest pain during or after exercise?
Do you get tired more quickly than your friends do during
exercise?
Have you ever had racing of your heart or skipped heartbeats?
Have you had high blood pressure or high cholesterol?
Have you ever been told you have a heart murmur?
Has any family member or relative died of heart problems or of
sudden unexpected death before age 50?
Has any family member been diagnosed with enlarged heart,
(dilated cardiomyopathy), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, long
QT syndrome or other ion channelpathy (Brugada syndrome,
etc), Marfan's syndrome, or abnormal heart rhythm?
Have you had a severe viral infection (for example,
myocarditis or mononucleosis) within the last month?
Has a physician ever denied or restricted your participation in
sports for any heart problems?
Have you ever had a head injury or concussion?
Have you ever been knocked out, become unconscious, or lost
your memory?
If yes, how many
When was the last
times?
concussion?
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How severe was each one? (Explain below)
Have you ever had a seizure?
Do you have frequent or severe headaches?
Have you ever had numbness or tingling in your arms, hands,
legs, or feet?
Have you ever had a stinger, burner, or pinched nerve?
Are you missing any paired organs?
Are you under a doctor’s care?
Are you currently taking any prescription or non-prescription
(over-the-counter) medication or pills or using an inhaler?
Do you have any allergies (for example, to pollen, medicine,
food, or stinging insects)?
Have you ever been dizzy during or after exercise?
Do you have any current skin problems (for example, itching,
rashes, acne, warts, fungus, or blisters)?
Have you ever become ill from exercising in the heat?
Have you had any problems with your eyes or vision?
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Have you ever gotten unexpectedly short of breath with
exercise?
Do you have asthma?
Do you have seasonal allergies that require medical treatment?
Do you use any special protective or corrective equipment or
devices that aren't usually used for your sport or position (for
example, knee brace, special neck roll, foot orthotics, retainer
on your teeth, hearing aid)?
Have you ever had a sprain, strain, or swelling after injury?
Have you broken or fractured any bones or dislocated any
joints?
Have you had any other problems with pain or swelling in
muscles, tendons, bones, or joints?
If yes, check appropriate box and explain below.
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Head
Neck
Back
Chest
Shoulder
Upper Arm
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Wrist
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Thigh
Knee
Shin/Calf
Ankle
Foot
Do you want to weigh more or less than you do now?
Do you lose weight regularly to meet weight requirements for
your sport?
17. Do you feel stressed out?
18. Have you ever been diagnosed with or treated for sickle cell trait
or sickle cell disease?
Females Only
19. When was your first menstrual period?
When was your most recent menstrual period?
How much time do you usually have from the start of one
period to the start of another?
How many periods have you had in the last year?
What was the longest time between periods in the last year?
An individual answering in the affirmative to any question relating to a possible
cardiovascular health issue (question three above), as identified on the form, should be
restricted from further participation until the individual is examined and cleared by a
physician, physician assistant, chiropractor, or nurse practitioner.
**EXPLAIN ‘YES’ ANSWERS IN THE BOX BELOW (attach another sheet if necessary):
It is understood that even though protective equipment is worn by the athlete, whenever needed, the possibility of an accident still remains. Neither the University
Interscholastic League nor the school assumes any responsibility in case an accident occurs.
If, in the judgment of any representative of the school, the above student should need immediate care and treatment as a result of any injury or sickness, I do hereby
request, authorize, and consent to such care and treatment as may be given said student by any physician, athletic trainer, nurse or school representative. I do hereby
agree to indemnify and save harmless the school and any school or hospital representative from any claim by any person on account of such care and treatment of said
student.
If, between this date and the beginning of athletic competition, any illness or injury should occur that may limit this student's participation, I agree to notify the school
authorities of such illness or injury.
I hereby state that, to the best of my knowledge, my answers to the above questions are complete and correct. Failure to provide truthful responses could
subject the student in question to penalties determined by the UIL
Student Signature: _________________________________________Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________________ Date: ________________
THIS FORM MUST BE ON FILE PRIOR TO PARTICIPATION IN ANY PRACTICE, SCRIMMAGE OR CONTEST BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER SCHOOL.
For School Use Only:
This Medical History Form was reviewed by: Printed Name ______________________________Date____________ Signature_______________________________
PREPARTICIPATION PHYSICAL EVALUATION -- PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
Student's Name _________________________________ Sex _______ Age _______ Date of Birth _________________________
Height ______
Weight________
% Body fat (optional) ________
Pulse __________
BP____/____ (____/____, ____/____)
brachial blood pressure while sitting
Vision R 20/______ L 20/___
Corrected:
Y
N
Pupils:
Equal
Unequal
As a minimum requirement, this Physical Examination Form must be completed prior to junior high athletic participation and
again prior to first and third years of high school athletic participation. It must be completed if there are yes answers to specific
questions on the student's MEDICAL HISTORY FORM on the reverse side. * Local district policy may require an annual physical
exam.
NORMAL
ABNORMAL FINDINGS
INITIALS*
MEDICAL
Appearance
Eyes/Ears/Nose/Throat
Lymph Nodes
Heart-Auscultation of the heart in
the supine position.
Heart-Auscultation of the heart in
the standing position.
Heart-Lower extremity pulses
Pulses
Lungs
Abdomen
Genitalia (males only)
Skin
Marfan’s stigmata (arachnodactyly,
pectus excavatum, joint
hypermobility, scoliosis)
MUSCULOSKELETAL
Neck
Back
Shoulder/Arm
Elbow/Forearm
Wrist/Hand
Hip/Thigh
Knee
Leg/Ankle
Foot
*station-based examination only
CLEARANCE
 Cleared
 Cleared after completing evaluation/rehabilitation for: __________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
 Not cleared for:_________________________________________Reason: _________________________________________
Recommendations: _________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The following information must be filled in and signed by either a Physician, a Physician Assistant licensed by a State Board of
Physician Assistant Examiners, a Registered Nurse recognized as an Advanced Practice Nurse by the Board of Nurse Examiners,
or a Doctor of Chiropractic. Examination forms signed by any other health care practitioner, will not be accepted.
Name (print/type) __________________________________________
Date of Examination:_______________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Signature:____________________________________________________________________________________________
Must be completed before a student participates in any practice, before, during or after school, (both in-season and out-of-season) or games/matches.
Jarrell ISD - Athlete Emergency Information Card
Athlete Name (Last) ______________________________ (First)__________________________ (MI) _______
Sport(s): ___________________________________________________________________ Grade: _________
Age: _________
DOB: ______/_______/_______
Athlete Phone Numbers:
Gender: M or F
HM: ______-______-______
CELL: ______-______-______
Athletes Primary Address: (Street/PO Box; City; State; Zip Code)
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Parents/Guardian:
Parent/Guardian 1: ___________________________________________ Relationship: ___________________
HM: ______-______-______ WK: ______-______-______ CELL: ______-______-______
Parent/Guardian 2: ___________________________________________ Relationship: ___________________
HM: ______-______-______ WK: ______-______-______ CELL: ______-______-______
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (OTHER THAN PARENT/GUARDIAN)
Emergency Contact’s Name: __________________________________________________________________
Relationship to Student: __________________________________
Phone: ______-______-______
Doctor and Insurance Information:
Family Physician Name: ________________________________________ Phone: ______-______-______
Insurance Company Name: __________________________________________ Phone: ______-______-______
Policy Holder’s Name: ___________________________________________ & DOB: ______/_______/_______
Policy Number: _________________________________
Group Number: __________________________
Medical History:
Please list any Medical Alerts such as allergies (Food & Drug) and or Month and Year for Surgeries, Fractures,
or other Chronic Problems:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please list any Medications that the Athlete takes on a regular basis:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
In case of injury or serious illness to my son/daughter, I hereby grant permission for a Physician, Athletic
Trainer, Coach or School Employee to secure medical services.
Signature of Parent or Guardian: ____________________________________ Date: ______/_______/_______
Jarrell ISD Medication Form – HIGH SCHOOL ONLY
Athlete Name: _______________________________________________ Grade: __________
PARENT/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTROLYTE DRINKS
& ORAL MEDICATION
PLEASE CIRCLE “YES” OR “NO” TO ALLOW THE ATHLETIC TRAINER OR COACH
TO GIVE YOUR CHILD THE FOLLOWING:
1.
Electrolyte Drinks: ……….…………….Gatorade/Powerade...…………..….. YES or NO
2.
Anti-Inflammatory/Pain Medications: ....Ibuprofen – Advil..…..……...…….. YES or NO
3.
Anti-Inflammatory/Pain Medications: ....Acetaminophen – Tylenol ...…..…... YES or NO
4.
Antacids/Anti-Nausea: …….. Maalox – Heartburn, Sour Stomach, Indigestion.........YES or NO
5.
Antacids/Anti-Nausea: …….Pepto Bismol – Nausea – CONTAINS ASPIRIN...........YES or NO
6.
Throat/Cough Lozenges: …………Cepacol/Halls – relief for sore throat….....YES or NO
7.
Allergies: …………………………Benadryl – Allergic Reactions.…….……..YES or NO
8.
Medication(s) or inhaler(s) prescribed by a Physician for your son/daughter....YES or NO
Please list any Prescribed Medications that your son/daughter takes on a daily basis or may
need the Athletic Trainer/Coach to administer to them during school hours or athletic events.
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Parent Signature
Date
Jarrell ISD Athletic Travel Release Form
Students Name: ________________________________________________________________
The above named student has my permission to travel to any sports event in which he/she
participates. We have read the guidelines and rules as stated, and we agree to abide by them.
We understand that the Jarrell ISD, athletic department, coaches, and/or chaperones cannot be
held liable for accidents. Students will be required to ride to all games with the team. Students
will be able to leave with their parents after the game with written prior approval from the parent.
Students will not be able to leave with anyone except their parents. Students are strongly
encouraged to travel to and from the games with the team.
Parent/Guardian Name: (Print) ____________________________________________________
HM: ______-______-_______ WK: ______-______-_______ Cell: ______-______-______
Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
Student Signature: ______________________________________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
University Interscholastic League
Parent and Student Agreement/Acknowledgement Form
Anabolic Steroid Use and Random Steroid Testing
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Texas state law prohibits possessing, dispensing, delivering or administering a steroid in a
manner not allowed by state law.
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Texas state law also provides that body building, muscle enhancement or the increase in muscle
bulk or strength through the use of a steroid by a person who is in good health is not a valid
medical purpose.
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Texas state law requires that only a licensed practitioner with prescriptive authority may prescribe
a steroid for a person.
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Any violation of state law concerning steroids is a criminal offense punishable by confinement in
jail or imprisonment in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AGREEMENT
As a prerequisite to participation in UIL athletic activities, I agree that I will not use anabolic steroids as
defined in the UIL Anabolic Steroid Testing Program Protocol. I have read this form and understand that I
may be asked to submit to testing for the presence of anabolic steroids in my body, and I do hereby
agree to submit to such testing and analysis by a certified laboratory. I further understand and agree that
the results of the steroid testing may be provided to certain individuals in my high school as specified in
the UIL Anabolic Steroid Testing Program Protocol which is available on the UIL website at
www.uiltexas.org. I understand and agree that the results of steroid testing will be held confidential to
the extent required by law. I understand that failure to provide accurate and truthful information could
subject me to penalties as determined by UIL.
Student Name (Print): ___________________________________________ Grade (9-12) _______
Student Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________
PARENT/GUARDIAN CERTIFICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As a prerequisite to participation by my student in UIL athletic activities, I certify and acknowledge that I
have read this form and understand that my student must refrain from anabolic steroid use and may be
asked to submit to testing for the presence of anabolic steroids in his/her body. I do hereby agree to
submit my child to such testing and analysis by a certified laboratory. I further understand and agree that
the results of the steroid testing may be provided to certain individuals in my student’s high school as
specified in the UIL Anabolic Steroid Testing Program Protocol which is available on the UIL website at
www.uiltexas.org. I understand and agree that the results of steroid testing will be held confidential to
the extent required by law. I understand that failure to provide accurate and truthful information could
subject my student to penalties as determined by UIL.
Name (Print): ___________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________
Relationship to student: ___________________________________
School Year (to be completed annually) ______________
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RULES
Attention School Authorities: This form must be signed yearly by both the student and parent/guardian and be
on file at your school before the student may participate in any practice session, scrimmage, or contest. A copy
of the student’s medical history and physical examination form signed by a physician or medical history form
signed by a parent must also be on file at your school.
Student’s Name _______________________________________________Date of Birth ________________
Current School _______________________________________________
Parent or Guardian’s Permit
I hereby give my consent for the above student to compete in University Interscholastic League approved sports, and
travel with the coach or other representative of the school on any trips.
It is understood that even though protective equipment is worn by the athlete whenever needed, the possibility of an
accident still remains. Neither the University Interscholastic League nor the high school assumes any responsibility in
case an accident occurs.
I have read and understand the University Interscholastic League rules on the reverse side of this form and agree that my
son/daughter will abide by all of the University Interscholastic League rules.
The undersigned agrees to be responsible for the safe return of all athletic equipment issued by the school to the above
named student.
If, in the judgement of any representatives of the school, the above student needs immediate care and treatment as a
result of any injury or sickness, I do hereby request, authorize, and consent to such care and treatment as may be given
to said student by any physician, licensed athletic trainer, nurse, hospital, or school representative; and I do hereby agree
to indemnify and save harmless the school and any school representative from any claim by any person whomsoever on
account of such care and treatment of said student.
I have been provided the UIL Parent Information Manual regarding health and safety issues including concussions and my
responsibilities as a parent/guardian. I understand that failure to provide accurate and truthful information on UIL forms
could subject the student in question to penalties determined by the UIL.
The UIL Parent Information Manual is located at www.uiltexas.org/files/athletics/manuals/parent-information-manual.pdf.
Your signature below gives authorization that is necessary for the school district, its licensed athletic trainers, coaches,
associated physicians andstudent insurance personnel to share information concerning medical diagnosis and treatment for
your student.
To the Parent: Check any activity in which this student is allowed to participate.
Baseball
Football
Softball
Basketball
Golf
Swimming & Diving
Cross Country
Soccer
Team Tennis
Wrestling
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Date_________________
Signature of parent or guardian__________________________________
Street address________________________________________________
City________________________ State _______________ Zip ______________
Home Phone ________________________ Business Phone ________________________
Revised January 2011
GENERAL INFORMATION
School coaches may not:
• Transport, register, or instruct students in grades 7-12 from their attendance zone in non-school baseball, basketball,
football, soccer, softball, or volleyball camps (exception: See Section 1209 of the Constitution and Contest Rules).
• Give any instruction or schedule any practice for an individual or a team during the off-season except during the one
in school day athleticperiod in baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, or volleyball
• Schools and school booster clubs may not provide funds, fees, or transportation for non-school activities.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY RULES
According to UIL standards, students could be eligible to represent their school in interscholastic activities if they:
• are not 19 years of age or older on or before September 1 of the current scholastic year. (See Section 446 of the
Constitution and Contest Rules for exception).
• have not graduated from high school.
• are enrolled by the sixth class day of the current school year or have been in attendance for fifteen calendar days
immediately preceding a varsity contest.
• are full-time students in the participant high school they wish to represent.
• initially enrolled in the ninth grade not more than four years ago.
• are meeting academic standards required by state law.
• live with their parents inside the school district attendance zone their first year of attendance. (Parent residence
applies to varsity athletic eligibility only.) When the parents do not reside inside the district attendance zone the
student could be eligible if: the student has been in continuous attendance for at least one calendar year and has not
enrolled at another school; no inducement is given to the student to attend the school (for example: students or their
parents must pay their room and board when they do not live with a relative; students driving back into the district
should pay their own transportation costs); and it is not a violation of local school or TEA policies for the student
to continue attending the school. Students placed by the Texas Youth Commission are covered under Custodial
Residence (see Section 442 of the Constitution and Contest Rules).
• have observed all provisions of the Awards Rule.
• have not been recruited. (Does not apply to college recruiting as permitted by rule.)
• have not violated any provision of the summer camp rule. Incoming 10-12 grade students shall not attend a baseball,
basketball, football, soccer, or volleyball camp in which a seventh through twelfth grade coach from their school
district attendance zone, works with, instructs, transports or registers that student in the camp. Students who will be
in grades 7, 8, and 9 may attend one baseball, one basketball, one football, one soccer, one softball, and one volleyball
camp in which a coach from their school district attendance zone is employed, for no more than six consecutive days
each summer in each type of sports camp. Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer,Softball, and Volleyball camps
where school personnel work with their own students may be held in May, after the last day of school, June, July and
August prior to the second Monday in August. If such camps are sponsored by school district personnel, they must be
heldwithin the boundaries of the school district and the superintendent or his designee shall approve the schedule of
fees.
• have observed all provisions of the Athletic Amateur Rule. Students may not accept money or other valuable
consideration (tangible or intangible property or service including anything that is usable, wearable, salable or
consumable) for participating in any athletic sport during any part of the year. Athletes shall not receive valuable
consideration for allowing their names to be used for the promotion of any product, plan or service. Students who
inadvertently violate the amateur rule by accepting valuable consideration may regain athletic eligibility by returning
the valuable consideration. If individuals return the valuable consideration within 30 days after they are informed
of the rule violation, they regain their athletic eligibility when they return it. If they fail to return it within 30 days,
they remain ineligible for one year from when they acceptedit. During the period of time from when students receive
valuable consideration until they return it, they are ineligible for varsity athletic competition in the sport in which the
violation occurred. Minimum penalty for participating in a contest while ineligible is forfeiture of the contest.
• did not change schools for athletic purposes.
I understand that failure to provide accurate and truthful information on UIL forms could subject
the student in question to penalties determined by the UIL.
I have read the regulations cited above and agree to follow the rules.
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Date Signature of student
Acknowledgement of Rules Form
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CONCUSSION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
Name of Student
Definition of Concussion - means a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain caused by a traumatic physical force or
impact to the head or body, which may: (A) include temporary or prolonged altered brain function resulting in physical, cognitive, or
emotional symptoms or altered sleep patterns; and (B) involve loss of consciousness.
Prevention – Teach and practice safe play & proper technique.
– Follow the rules of play.
– Make sure the required protective equipment is worn for all practices and games.
– Protective equipment must fit properly and be inspected on a regular basis.
Signs and Symptoms of Concussion – The signs and symptoms of concussion may include but are not limited to: Head ache, appears
to be dazed or stunned, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), fatigue, slurred speech, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, loss of balance, blurry vision, sensitive to light or noise, feel foggy or groggy, memory loss, or confusion.
Oversight - Each district shall appoint and approve a Concussion Oversight Team (COT). The COT shall include at least one physician
and an athletic trainer if one is employed by the school district. Other members may include: Advanced Practice Nurse, neuropsychologist or a physician’s assistant. The COT is charged with developing the Return to Play protocol based on peer reviewed scientific
evidence.
Treatment of Concussion - The student-athlete shall be removed from practice or competition immediately if suspected to have sustained a concussion. Every student-athlete suspected of sustaining a concussion shall be seen by a physician before they may return to
athletic participation. The treatment for concussion is rest. Also avoid external stimulation such as watching television, music, use of
computer, and bright lights. When all signs and symptoms of concussion have cleared and the student has received written clearance
from a physician, the student-athlete may begin their district’s Return to Play protocol as determined by the Concussion Oversight
Team.
Return to Play - According to the Texas Education Code, Section 38.157:
A student removed from an interscholastic athletics practice or competition under Section 38.156 may not be permitted to practice or
compete again following the force or impact believed to have caused the concussion until:
(1) the student has been evaluated, using established medical protocols based on peer-reviewed scientific evidence, by a treating physician chosen by the student or the student ’s parent or guardian or another person with legal authority to make medical decisions for the
student;
(2) the student has successfully completed each requirement of the return-to-play protocol established under Section 38.153 necessary
for the student to return to play;
(3) the treating physician has provided a written statement indicating that, in the physician ’s professional judgment, it is safe for the
student to return to play; and
(4) the student and the student ’s parent or guardian or another person with legal authority to make medical decisions for the student:
(A) have acknowledged that the student has completed the requirements of the return-to-play protocol necessary for the student to
return to play;
(B) have provided the treating physician ’s written statement under Subdivision (3) to the person responsible for compliance with the
return-to-play protocol under Subsection (c) and the person who has supervisory responsibilities under Subsection (c); and
(C) have signed a consent form indicating that the person signing:
(i) has been informed concerning and consents to the student participating in returning to play in accordance with the return-to-play
protocol;
(ii) understands the risks associated with the student returning to play and will comply with any ongoing requirements in the returnto-play protocol;
(iii) consents to the disclosure to appropriate persons, consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
(Pub. L. No. 104-191), of the treating physician ’s written statement under Subdivision (3) and, if any, the return-to-play recommendations of the treating physician; and
(iv) understands the immunity provisions under Section 38.159.
Parent or Guardian Signature
Date
Student Signature
Date
Athlete & Guardian Information Form
PLEASE PRINT OR WRITE LEGIBLY WITH DARK INK.
Name of Athlete: __________________________________________________________
Sport(s) Played: ___________________________________________________________
Name of Parents/Guardian:
Parent/Guardian 1:_____________________________________________________________________
HM: ______-______-______
WK: ______-______-______
CELL: ______-______-______
Email address: _________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian 2:_____________________________________________________________________
HM: ______-______-______
WK: ______-______-______
CELL: ______-______-______
Email address: _________________________________________________________________________
Athletes Physical Address:
Street: ___________________________________________ City: __________________ Zip: __________
Athletes Mailing Address: (If different from Physical Address)
_________________________________________________ City: __________________ Zip: __________
Athlete Phone Numbers:
HM: ______-______-______ CELL: ______-______-______
Athlete’s Email Address: _________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
I certify by signing below that I have received the 2014-2015 Texas UIL Parent Information Manual and
the Jarrell ISD Athletic Department Rules and Regulations as well as have read, understand and will
abide by all JISD and UIL rules and regulations.
Any student meeting the JISD and UIL residential and eligibility requirements may compete for a position
on any athletic team. Any team placement, position placement, style of play and/or playing time is at
the sole discretion of the coach and may not be appealed.
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Parent Name (Print)
Parent Signature
Date
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Athlete Name (Print)
Athlete Signature
Date
SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST AWARENESS FORM Name of Student: __________________________________________________ Revised February 2014 What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest? ! Occurs suddenly and often without warning. ! An electrical malfunction (short-­‐circuit) causes the bottom chambers of the heart (ventricles) to beat dangerously fast (ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation) and disrupts the pumping ability of the heart. ! The heart cannot pump blood to the brain, lungs and other organs of the body. ! The person loses consciousness (passes out) and has no pulse. ! Death occurs within minutes if not treated immediately. What causes Sudden Cardiac Arrest? ! Conditions present at birth " Inherited (passed on from parents/relatives) conditions of the heart muscle: ♦ Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy – hypertrophy (thickening) of the left ventricle; the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest in athletes in the U.S. ♦ Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy – replacement of part of the right ventricle by fat and scar; the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest in Italy. ♦ Marfan Syndrome – a disorder of the structure of blood vessels that makes them prone to rupture; often associated with very long arms and unusually flexible joints. " Inherited conditions of the electrical system: ♦ Long QT Syndrome – abnormality in the ion channels (electrical system) of the heart. ♦ Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia and Brugada Syndrome – other types of electrical abnormalities that are rare but are inherited. " NonInherited (not passed on from the family, but still present at birth) conditions: ♦ Coronary Artery Abnormalities – abnormality of the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle. The second most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest in athletes in the U.S. ♦ Aortic valve abnormalities – failure of the aortic valve (the valve between the heart and the aorta) to develop properly; usually causes a loud heart murmur. ♦ Non-­‐compaction Cardiomyopathy – a condition where the heart muscle does not develop normally. ♦ Wolff-­‐Parkinson-­‐White Syndrome –an extra conducting fiber is present in the heart’s electrical system and can increase the risk of arrhythmias. ! Conditions not present at birth but acquired later in life: ♦ Commotio Cordis – concussion of the heart that can occur from being hit in the chest by a ball, puck, or fist. ♦ Myocarditis – infection/inflammation of the heart, usually caused by a virus. ♦ Recreational/Performance-­‐Enhancing drug use. ! Idiopathic: Sometimes the underlying cause of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest is unknown, even after autopsy. 1 SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST AWARENESS FORM What are the symptoms/warning signs of Sudden Cardiac Arrest? Revised February 2014 ! Fainting/blackouts (especially during exercise) ! Dizziness ! Unusual fatigue/weakness ! Chest pain ! Shortness of breath ! Nausea/vomiting ! Palpitations (heart is beating unusually fast or skipping beats) ! Family history of sudden cardiac arrest at age < 50 ANY of these symptoms/warning signs that occur while exercising may necessitate further evaluation from your physician before returning to practice or a game. What is the treatment for Sudden Cardiac Arrest? !
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Time is critical and an immediate response is vital. CALL 911 Begin CPR Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) What are ways to screen for Sudden Cardiac Arrest? ! The American Heart Association recommends a pre-­‐participation history and physical including 12 important cardiac elements. ! The UIL Pre-­‐Participation Physical Evaluation – Medical History form includes ALL 12 of these important cardiac elements and is mandatory annually. ! Additional screening using an electrocardiogram and/or an echocardiogram is readily available to all athletes, but is not mandatory. Where can one find information on additional screening? ! Check the Health & Safety page of the UIL website (http://www.uiltexas.org/health) or do an internet search for “Sudden Cardiac Arrest”. ____________________________________________ _________________________________________ Date ____________________________________________ _________________________________________ Student Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name (Print) ____________________________________________ Student Name (Print) 2 JARRELL ISD ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS
ATHLETIC CODE
Students selected to a Jarrell ISD athletic team must recognize this distinction as an honor
and privilege and must be held accountable to a greater standard than that of the general school
population. The student athlete is a recognized representative of the individual school as well as
the district and as such must demonstrate the highest levels of character and behavior.
It is the responsibility of the Athletic Director and each coach to insure this high level of
expectation. Coaches must monitor the character and behavior of team members in and out of
season, in and out of uniform, and on and off campus. The inordinate amount of time coaches
spend in various curricular and co-curricular activities provides a unique opportunity to observe,
assist, and intercede to help the student athlete make good decisions.
JISD supports education and awareness training on adolescent chemical use issues,
including chemical dependency, substance abuse and special issues affecting district student
athletes in a helpful, non-punitive way.
Section 1: Athletic Code Violations
The Athletic Code in conjunction with the Student Code of Conduct identifies a broad range
of behaviors that are detrimental to the progress and success of our athletic programs:
• Falsification of a signature or information on any UIL required pre-participation
forms
• Acts of unsportsmanlike conduct during the sport season in which the athlete is
involved including but not limited to cheating, fighting, verbal abuse of officials,
contestants, coaches, or spectators
• Violation of dual participation policy
• Any violation of the JISD Code of Conduct
Section 2: Discipline Guidelines
1. If a student is assigned to Discipline AEP (DAEP) or expelled, upon their return:
• Depending on the seriousness of the offense, and with administrative approval,
the coach/director may remove the student from the program. Permanent removal
means the student is not permitted to participate in the extracurricular activities
for the remainder of the student’s high school career.
• The coach/director may assign a period not to exceed the length of the DAEP
placement requirements for reinstatement, if the requirements for reinstatement
have been satisfied. Until the requirements for reinstate are complete, the student
shall remain suspended or be permanently removed.
• If the terms of the suspension are not met, and with administrative approval, the
coach/director may permanently remove the student from the extracurricular
activity.
• In cases where the DAEP placement or expulsion involves several students from
multiple activities, suspension or permanent removal terms should be determined
collaboratively by the coaches and Athletic Director in an effort to implement
comparable disciplinary actions.
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2. Grade penalties beyond UIL penalties should not be assessed. At any time when a
student’s academic progress is a problem, coaches may counsel a student and his/her
parent(s) or guardian(s) to withdraw from the extracurricular activity until grades
improve.
3. Offenses to the district’s or to a specific extracurricular activity program’s
constitution/bylaws/policies/code of conduct, that occur off campus, or based on third
party information may be addressed by the coach/director (with principal’s knowledge)
by questing the student about the alleged offense, or the student and his/her parent(s) or
guardian(s). The off campus offenses include those that are (1) ticketed by police, (2)
ticket able by police (regardless of whether the police actually investigated the offense),
(3) results in a police investigation or arrest, (4) confirmed by the student, or his/her
parent(s) or guardian(s), or (5) found to have been an offense by a preponderance of
evidence following an investigation by the campus administration.
4.
A Three-Strike-and-You-Are-Out Penalty will be followed over the course of the
student’s four high school years, (or two year middle school years) regardless of whether
the offenses occurred on or off campus, except that a student may be permanently
removed for an offense on a first or second strike if the offense results in an AEP
placement or expulsion. The coach, along with the director and principal, will meet with
the student (and parent(s) or guardian(s) if they are available) to discuss the infraction,
the penalty, the consequences for additional infractions, and sign acknowledgment of this
information. All penalties that comply with the following criteria will be determined by
the coach, director, and the principal:
Consideration on length of suspension and requirements for reinstatement of suspended will
be determined by the coach, director, and principal based on the severity of the offense.
• First Offense – Suspension plus requirements for reinstatement in the extracurricular
activity; permanent removal may occur immediately at the first offense if the
student’s conduct results in a DAEP placement or expulsion.
• Second Offense – Suspension plus requirements for reinstatement in the
extracurricular activity; permanent removal may occur immediately at the second
offense if the student’s conduct results in a DAEP placement for expulsion.
• Third offense – permanent removal from the extracurricular activity for the remainder
of the school year that the offense occurred. Reinstatement will be at the discretion of
the Athletic Director and Coach.
If an investigation is warranted due to conflicting information about a reported violation of
the Extracurricular Activity Three – Strike Policy, the campus administration will conduct
the investigation. A preponderance of evidence will be the standard for the disciplinary
decision.
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ALL DECISIONS MADE AT THE BUILDING LEVEL ARE FINAL.
Please Note: Violation of the Three Strike Policy-Contract
Upon violation of the Three Strike and You Are Out Policy, a contract/form must be filled out by
the student, coach, parent(s) or guardian(s) and principal. A copy of this is given to every party
that is involved, in addition to other coaches that will have future contact with the student.
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE JISD CODE OF CONDUCT DISCIPLINE
GUIDELINES AND THE GUIDELINES OF THE STUDENT BEHAVIOR SECTION OF
THE STUDENT HANDBOOK WILL BE FOLLOWED BY ALL STUDENT ATHLETES
(STUDENT HANDBOOK AND CODE OF CONDUCT WILL BE IN THE STUDENTS
REGISTRATION PACKET)
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ATHLETE RELEASE INFORMATION
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) prohibits the release of student
information to third parties without consent. I (parent/guardian/adult student) grant Jarrell ISD
my permission to release information regarding the height and weight of the above named
student for limited school sponsored purposed (i.e. athletic related materials, rosters, newspaper
articles, magazines and sports programs).
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DUAL PARTICIPATION
All athletes participating in JISD Athletics make a commitment to the team, their teammates and
their school. Each program demands the dedication of time and energy of the athlete. Part of this
commitment is to be a student first and strive for academic excellence. Another integral part of
that commitment is to place the JISD Athletic team above participation in any non-school
sanctioned activity and attend all practices and games scheduled by JISD Coaches.
If an athlete chooses to miss a JISD Athletic practice without prior approval of the coach due to
participation in an activity not under the auspices of JISD, then it will be the coach’s discretion
as to the disciplinary action for the offense. If an athlete chooses to miss a JISD Athletic event
that is not under the auspices of JISD, the student athlete will be suspended for one game. On the
second offense, the athlete has chosen the outside activity over a JISD sport, and he/she will
receive disciplinary action will be at the discretion of the coach and on the third offense the
Strike-Three-and-You-Are-Out rule will be enforced.
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VERIFICATION OF RESIDENCE
As the parent/legal guardian* of the above-named student-athlete, I (we) understand that
participation in any UIL athletic activity in the Jarrell Independent School District requires that
the student be a bona fide resident of the District in which UIL participation is requested. A bona
fide residence, as defined in Section 442(h) of the UIL’s Constitution and Contest Rules, is as
follows:
“The residence shall be the domicile which is a fixed, permanent, and principal home for
legal purposes. The residence is not bona fide under UIL rules unless it complies with all the
following criteria:
1. Does the student’s parent, guardian, or other person whose residence determines the
student’s residence own a house or condominium or rent a house, apartment or other
living quarters in the school district and attendance zone? Parents must provide
documentation or verify the purchase, lease, or rental of a home located in the new
attendance zone. A lease agreement should be for a reasonable duration.
2. Does the student and the parent or guardian have their furniture and personal effects
in the district? There should be no personal effects or furniture belonging to the
family in the previous residence.
3. Does the student and parent or guardian receive their mail (other than office mail) in
the district? The family should have submitted a change of mailing address to the Post
Office.
4. Are the parents or guardians registered to vote in the district? If either of the parents
was registered to vote at the previous address, they should have applied for a new
voter registration card at the new address.
5. Do the parents or guardians regularly live in the district and intend to live there
indefinitely? The new residence should accommodate the entire family. The former
house should be on the market at a reasonable price, or sold, or the lease or rental
agreement terminated. All utilities and telephone service should be disconnected or
no longer in the family’s name. All licensed drivers in the household should have
complied with DPS regulations for changing their address”.
*Parent/Legal Guardianship for UIL eligibility must meet the criteria specified in the UIL’s
Constitution and Contest Rules at Section 442 (a)-(h).
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CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT PROTOCOL
I. PURPOSE
Jarrell ISD is committed to the health and safety of all students who participate in
physical activities and athletic competitions as part of the District’s Department of Athletics. The
following policy, and procedures, and guidelines on assessment, prevention, and management of
head injuries, as well as return to play guidelines have been developed in accordance with Texas
“Natasha’s Law”.
Given the evolving standards with regard to concussions, and our primary concern with
the health and safety of JARRELL STUDENT-ATHLETES, the goal of this protocol is to
raise awareness among students, parents, teachers and other members of the Jarrell community.
By establishing this protocol, JARRELL ISD does not assume liability for advice given under
this protocol, nor will liability result for failing to comply with this protocol. Rather, the protocol
establishes minimum standards to be followed. Due to the individual circumstances of each
situation, the application of the protocol may vary.
Concussions are brain injuries caused by movement of the brain inside the skull. Signs
and symptoms may appear immediately or even days after an injury, and may include loss of
consciousness, nausea and vomiting, headache, light or noise sensitivity, difficulty concentrating,
and confusion. Symptoms can be short-lived or may last days, months, or even longer. Often,
no visible injury is present and supervisory personnel may not even witness a specific
“event”, so reporting of symptoms by students-athletes and their families is critical for
diagnosis and management. IT IS VERY IMPERATIVE THAT INJURIES SUSTAINED
OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL SPONSORED ACTIVITIES ALSO BE REPORTED TO THE
ATHLETIC TRAINER OR COACH.
It is important that the policy, and procedures, and guidelines on assessment, prevention,
and management of head injuries be followed and that the student athlete does not return to
activity in and out of school before he/she is cleared. Continuing to play with signs and
symptoms of a concussion leaves the athlete especially vulnerable to greater injury. There is an
increased risk of significant brain damage from another concussion before complete recovering
from the first one. This can lead to prolonged recovery, or even severe brain swelling (second
impact syndrome).
Concussions, even with proper education and training techniques, do occur among
student-athletes. These injuries can, also occur outside the athletic environment; the effects
certainly affect health and behavior beyond the playing field.
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II. DEFINITION OF CONCUSSION
Concussion is defined as a complex path physiological process affecting the brain, induced
by traumatic biomechanical forces. Several common features that incorporate clinical, pathologic
and biomechanical injury constructs that may be utilized in defining the nature of a concussive
head injury include:
o Concussion may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face or neck or a blow
elsewhere on the body with an ‘‘impulsive’’ force transmitted to the head.
o Concussion typically results in the rapid onset of short-lived impairment of neurological
function that resolves spontaneously.
o Concussion may result in neuropathological changes but the acute clinical symptoms
largely reflect a functional disturbance rather than a structural injury.
o Concussion results in a graded set of clinical symptoms that may or may not involve loss
of consciousness. Resolution of the clinical and cognitive symptoms typically follows a
sequential course. In a small percentage of cases, however, post-concussive symptoms
may be prolonged.
o No abnormality on standard structural neuroimaging studies is seen in concussion.
III. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CONCUSSION
SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY THE ATHLETE:
o Headache
o Nausea
o Balance Problems or Dizziness
o Double or Fuzzy Vision
o Sensitivity to Light or Noise
o Feeling Sluggish
o Feeling Foggy or Groggy
o Concentration or Memory Problems
o Confusion
SIGNS OBSERVED BY ATHLETIC TRAINER, COACHES, PARENTS, TEACHERS &
FRIENDS:
o Appears dazed or stunned
o Is confused about what to do
o Forgets Plays
o Is unsure of game, score or opponent
o Moves clumsily
o Answers questions slowly
o Loses Consciousness
o Shows Behavioral or Personality Changes
o Can’t recall events prior to or after hit
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IV. CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT
Any athlete who exhibits concussion signs and/or symptoms while participating with a
JARRELL ATHLETIC TEAM will be removed from the remainder of the event and not
allowed to perform any activities that may increase the severity of the signs and/or symptoms.
o If a team physician or athletic trainer is present at the event, the athlete will be referred to
that individual to have a concussion evaluation performed on them.
o After examination by the team physician or athletic trainer, no athlete who is suspected
to have suffered a concussion shall return to participation on the same day.
o Return on the same day will only be allowed if the team physician and/or athletic
trainer determine that no concussion or other brain injury has occurred and that it is safe
to return to participation.
o If a physician or athletic trainer is not present at the event, the head coach for the sport
will be responsible for keeping the athlete out of competition for the day, and contacting
the parents of the athlete. The athlete will need to be evaluated by the team physician or
athletic trainer before they are allowed to return to play.
o Any athlete who is exhibiting concussion signs and/or symptoms must have their
parent(s)/guardian notified by the physician, athletic trainer, or head coach.
o The athlete should be released only to the direct supervision of the parent(s)/guardian
unless arrangements have been made between the physician, athletic trainer, or head
coach and the parent(s)/guardian.
Referral
o Emergency Referral - The athlete will be transported to the nearest medical facility if
any of the following signs/symptoms are noted:
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Loss of consciousness on the field/court lasting greater than 1 (one) minute.
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Deterioration of neurological function
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Decreasing level of consciousness
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Decrease or irregularity in respirations and or pulse
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Increasing blood pressure
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Abnormally dilated, unequal, or unreactive pupils
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Any signs or symptoms of associated head/neck injuries, spine or skull fractures,
or bleeding
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Mental status changes: lethargy, difficulty maintaining arousal, confusion, or
agitation
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Weakness or numbness
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Slurring of speech
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Headaches that are worsening over time.
o Mandatory referral -ANY student-athlete that exhibits signs and/or symptoms of a
concussion shall be referred to a physician and will not be allowed participate until…
 a clearance note from a PHYSICIAN stating the student-athlete did not receive a
concussion
 Or a clearance note stating when the student-athlete may start the RETURN TO
PLAY PROTOCOL under the direction of the athletic trainer or school official.
V. COGNITIVE REST
A concussion can interfere with school, work, sleep and social interactions. Studentathletes who have a concussion may have difficulty in school with short- and long-term memory,
concentration and organization. These problems typically last no longer than a week or two, but
for some, these difficulties may last for months. It is best to lessen the student’s class load early
on after the injury. Most students with concussion recover fully. However, returning to sports
and other regular activities too quickly can prolong the recovery.
The first step in recovering from a concussion is rest. Rest is essential to help the brain
heal. Students with a concussion need rest from physical and mental activities that require
concentration and attention, as these activities may worsen symptoms and delay recovery.
Exposure to loud noises, bright lights, computers, video games, television and phones (including
texting) all may worsen the symptoms of concussion.
VI. RETURN TO PLAY
Return to play post-concussion is a progressive-stepwise protocol that is supervised by an
athletic trainer or medical professional at the school. Athletes must be free of signs and
symptoms of concussion for 24 hours before they may begin the return to play protocol.
At each stage of the return to play protocol, specific objectives and restrictions are
implemented to make sure a gradual progression is followed by the athlete and also allows for
monitoring of signs and symptoms. The student-athlete is allowed to continue to the next
level/stage if he/she is asymptomatic for 24 hours after the completion of the current stage.
If any post-concussive symptoms do occur along the stepwise progression during the
following 24 hours, the athlete is required to drop back to the previous asymptomatic stage and
allowed to attempt return to the return to play protocol after the symptoms have subsided and the
athlete has been symptom free again for 24 hours. The table below describes the return to play
protocol that will be followed with ALL JARRELL ISD STUDENT ATHLETES.
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Once the athlete has been cleared by a physician to begin the return to play protocol and has been
asymptomatic for 24 hours the athlete will start the following progression under the direction of
the ATHLETIC TRAINER or school official. After completing steps 1-4 the athlete must be
revaluated by the ATHLETIC TRAINER or HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL before
continuing to step 5 which is a full game.
Stage
Functional Exercise
Objective
1. Light Aerobic
Activity
5-10 minutes on an exercise bike or light
jog.
Increase heart rate
2. Moderate
Aerobic
Activity
(NO weight lifting, resistance training, or
any other exercise.)
15-20 minutes of running or moderate
intensity in the gym or on the field or sport
specific drills – NO CONTACT.
3. Non-Contact
Training Drills
4. Full Contact
Practice
5. Full Game Play
(NO helmet or other equipment maybe
worn)
Non-Contact Sport Specific Drills in full
uniform. May being weight lifting,
resistance training, and other exercise.
(i.e. passing drills in football increased
intensity running, jumping, cutting, etc.)
Full contact Practice or Training.
Increase heart rate as well as
movement.
Exercise, Coordination, and
cognitive load.
Restore confidence and assess
functional skills by athletic
training and coaching staff
Following medical clearance, participate in
a full game.
PARENT/ATHLETE RESPONSIBILITY
For the concussion to be properly managed, it is imperative that the student/parent be honest and
report any and all symptoms to the coach or athletic trainer. Jarrell ISD is providing you the
basic information to inform you of the dangers that are associated with concussions. When you
sign the participation packet you are assuming the responsibility to report all signs and symptoms
of all injuries including concussions. Jarrell ISD cannot provide the best and safest medical care
if we are not informed.
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