that allows common people Germantown High School Parent Athletic Information Meeting Welcome Parents and Athletes Teamwork is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.

“Camaraderie is a spirit of goodwill that exists between individuals and members of a group. Where camaraderie and respect exist you will find the making of a formidable organization.” John Wooden

Why Co-Curriculars or Sports? BETTER EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES ENHANCED SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT AND SENSE OF BELONGLING POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT/LIFE SKILLS HEALTHIER BEHAVIORS POST HIGH SCHOOL POSITIVE RESULTS DEVELOPING BETTER CITIZENS SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS Attitude is a little thing that makes a BIG difference

Why Co-Curriculars or Sports? The Participatory and Social Aspects The Competitive Aspect – Some sports have three levels (Varsity, Junior Varsity and JV-2 or 9th grade)(pg 14) Attitude is a little thing that makes a BIG difference

filling of a pail, but the Privilege vs. Right Attending School is a right Participating in Athletics and other Co-Curriculars is a privilege Page 2 “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire” William Butler Emerson

Required Forms and Information needed to practice or participate View Parent/Student Presentation or attend Parent Information Night Registration Form and Checklist Physical Form on file-Statement of Insurance WIAA physical form (green) Alternate year card

Required Forms and Information needed to practice or participate Form Includes - Emergency Information, Signed agreement of understanding of Co-curricular Code and WIAA Eligibility Requirements Participation Fee--$75.00 per sport ($300.00 max) Payment of unpaid fines or fees Concussion Information

Training Regulations and A.O.D.A. Policy The use or possession of alcohol, any tobacco product, illegal drugs, mood altering substance (as defined in school board policy) and performance enhancing substances (PES, as defined by the WIAA) is prohibited for any Germantown High School athlete. In addition, attendance at a function where alcohol and/or drugs are present and being consumed illegally will be considered a violation of the Athlete’s Code of Conduct. (All year) Goals are the bridges that span our Dreams.

NEW ERA The internet and modern technology is now starting a new era for our young adults. Computer, mobile phone cameras, etc. State Law and Board Policy states no cameras in locker rooms. Page 13

Penalties for A.O.D.A. Violations Pages 9-12 in Co-curricular Handbook First Violation--25% Suspension, Mandatory A.O.D.A Sessions Second Violation--50% Suspension, Mandatory A.O.D.A. Sessions Third Violation—One Year (12 months) Suspension, Mandatory A.O.D.A Treatment is Done at Family Expense Fourth Violation – Permanent Suspension Honesty Clause/Self Referrals page 13 Hosting page 12

FINISHING TOUCHES 12-21> BRAIN DEVELOPMENT 12-21 HORMONAL ONSET 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5> FINISHING TOUCHES 12-21>

The developing brain age 12 -21 incurs far greater levels of damage than a fully developed adult brain. 12 to 21

Susan Tapert/University of California, San Diego BRAIN ACTIVITY MEMORY TASK NORMAL ALCOHOL USER 15 YEARS OLD Susan Tapert/University of California, San Diego The images above show the brain activity of a 15-year-old nondrinker, top, and a drinker, bottom. 14

ALCOHOL USE

Healthy Brain Marijuana Brain 16 16 yr. old daily user Amen Clinics

Germantown High School Gogtown.org - Found lower right corner of Ath. Dept. Forms and Info John Underwood

Academic Eligibility Policy Students must pass all courses or have a 2.00 GPA. Consequence: 15 consecutive school days of no contests for winter and spring sports (21 days for fall, summer) Page 3 Coming together is a beginning … keeping together is progress… working together is success.

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Important Web Sites Information Northshoreconference.org - schedules, directions, updates (email or text) goGtown.org – GHS Athletics: travel slips, handbook, contact information Please check handbook WIAA: wiaawi.org Happiness is not a state to arrive at but rather, a manner of Traveling.

Potential Danger and Risks Page 6 of handbook. Athletic activities are hazardous and taking part in such activities is calculated risk-taking on the part of the student/athlete and parents. The potential benefits exceed the potential risks.

Training Coverage Guidelines Training Room Coverage and Hours – Posted outside James Pecha LAT and Lindsay Rozinski Froedtert Health & Medical College of Wisconsin

Training Coverage Guidelines Dr. Scott Hicks Clinic 262-532-1100

ImPACT Concussion Testing All contact sports that have high risk of head injury Parent permission release for baseline tests Post test done through insurance by Froedtert Health – Children’s Hospital Aurora – in progress

Return to Sport Protocol Day 1 After Symptoms free >48 hrs, light biking Day 2 Increased workout intensity, weights Day 3 Non-contact practice drills Day 4 Full contact practice with MD clearance Day 5 Cleared to play per MD If athlete presents with Symptoms at any stage, athlete returns to previous stage.

Attendance Loss of classroom time - students responsible for missed work Truant from school - If an athlete or anyone involved with co-curricular activities is truant for any part of a school day they will not be able to participate in their NEXT scheduled athletic contest. Student must be present be in at least one half of scheduled classes to be eligible to participate in practice or a contest. Page 3-4

Sportsmanship is an Expectation Parents play a key role in setting the example for their children. “To teach that sports are played for fun and enjoyment.” An ideal established by the 1896 Olympic Games

Parent Get Involved Germantown Booster Club Supports all of our programs, purchasing training supplies, uniforms, awards, etc. We need your help with the concession stand, timer, scoring, fund raising, etc. Parent Athlete Coaches Alliance Booster Club Tab on website Concession committee Service is the lifeblood of any organization.. Everything flows from it and is nourished by it.

Parent/Coach/Advisor Relationship (p Parent/Coach/Advisor Relationship (p. 8) Both parenting, coaching and/or advising 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. More help information on athletic home web page.

Parent Athlete Coaches Alliance Please sign up, we can use your talents Pledge to be a positive parent THANK YOU for your continued support

Boys Soccer Room 155 Boys C.C. Room 136 Girls C.C. Room 138 Football Cafeteria Girls Volleyball Lower Aux. Gym Girls Swimming Room 130 Girls Tennis Room 132 Girls Golf Room 103 Boys Volleyball Room 134