LARKIN HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS Fall Sports Parent night August 22nd, 2016 6:30 PM- Auditorium

Mark Ribbens Athletic Director

Contact Information Office Phone: (847) 888-5200 Ext. 4515 markribbens@u-46.org

Assistant Athletic Director George Kalousek georgekalousek@u-46.org

Administrative Assistant Nancy Martin (847) 888-5200 Ext. 5240

Larkin High School Principal Dr. Jon Tuin

Athletic Trainer Mr. Nick Vega

Return to Learn Protocol New policy implemented by U 46 for students that have sustained a physician documented concussion. Protocol is divided into 4 stages of recovery. 1.Complete rest-time depends on symptoms 2. Return to school-Half-day school attendance-could continue for 1-2 weeks 3. Full day of school attendance-still no practice or PE 4.Full academic and athletic/physical activity participation-Full release by primary care physician

Contact Info Nick Vega, ATC Athletico Rehabilitation Centers www.athletico.com nicholas.vega@athletico.com Phone: (847) 888-5200 Ext 4521

Team Doctor Information Midwest Bone & Joint Institute Dr. Josh Alpert Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine 2350 Royal Blvd, Suite 200 Elgin, IL 60123 Phone: 847-931-5300 Email: dralpert@midwestbonejoint.com

THANK YOU Nick Vega Head Athletic Trainer Phone: (847) 888-5200 Ext. 4521 Nick.vega@athletico.com

BE INVOLVED BE ENGAGED

BE RESPECTFUL

CODE OF CONDUCT Chemical Use/Possession Tobacco Use/Possession First infraction- 20% of season Second infraction- remainder of season and up to 1/3 of the next. Third infraction- Remainder of high school career.

CODE OF CONDUCT Conduct, Personal Integrity Team/Activity Cooperation disrespect, insubordination, abusive language, fighting, etc… Team/Activity Cooperation Unexcused absence: Practice, contests, vacations, conflicting school activities. Tardiness: Practice, contests, and bus.

IHSA DRUG TESTING POLICY Required Signature on Athletic Permit Random Drug testing throughout the school year. 15 individuals selected Test administered during any season. 2015-2016- Test occurred during fall season at state tournaments.

Student/Athlete Expectations Academics First Eligibility Eligibility is checked every week during season. Must be passing 5 classes. Fall eligibility is based on Spring grades. If you did not pass 5 classes in the spring, ineligible for fall sports. Interventions offered include study hall after school starting this fall.

LARKIN HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE PROGRAM LOP list-Once this is posted it is applied for following week-no changes-mirrors academic eligibility policy Tardies- 14 Periods of tardies (Step 5) results in a Loss of Extra Curricular Activities.-To roll back must have perfect attendance for 10 straight school days Truancies- 9 Periods of Truancy (Step 3) results in a Loss of Extra Curricular Activities. The main point-If you cannot make it to class, then sports will take a back seat until you show up to class on-time.

Student/Athlete Expectations Communicate with your coach, take the time to ask questions about improving your skills Listen and learn-Practice is important, get better every day Be on time to practices/games/bus. Display good sportsmanship, someone is always watching you, parents, coaches, opponents… Give 100%

Parent Expectations Be involved & support LHS and their programs Demonstrate a positive attitude. Display good Sportsmanship-Set a good example Stress academics, teach your son/daughter how to manage their time every day. Follow chain of command-Empower your son/daughter to speak with the coach first about how to get on the field more often. Scheme questions-Trust the coach as a professional and do not question plays, defense, etc….

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Larkin Booster Club President Paul Duffy

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Breakout Sessions Boys Cross Country- Commons Boys Golf- F302 Boys Soccer- A20 Cheer- F305 Football- Auditorium Girls Cross Country- Commons Girls Golf- F303 Girls Tennis- A22 Girls Volleyball- C27 Poms-F304