Athletic / Activity Handbook2021-2022

Raymore-Peculiar School DistrictTABLE OF CONTENTS

Coaches Directory ……………………………………………………………..2

Activities/Athletics Offered…………………………………………………....2

Suburban Conference Schools …………………….…………………………..2

Introduction ……………………………………………………………………3

Philosophy …………………………………………………………………….3

Goal Statement...……………………………………………………………….3

MSHSAA Mission Statement …………………………………………………3

Responsibilities ……………………………………………………………......3

Basic Participation Guidelines ………………………………………………...3

Transportation Policy …………………………….…………………………....4

Activity Fees …………………………………………………….…………….4

Maintaining your eligibility …………………………………………………...4

Alcohol/Tobacco/Drug use …………………………………………………....8

Sportsmanship …………………………………………………………………8

Hazing …………………………………….…………………………………...9

Conditioning / Training …………………………………………….………....9

Physical exams / Insurance/Treatment ……………………………………......9

Know your Concussions ABC’s – Parents ………………………………….,10

Know your Concussion ABC’s – Athletes …………………………………..12

Testing/Return to play (RTP) procedures after a concussion ……………….13-14

Care of equipment …………………………………………………………….15

Parent/Coach/Sponsor Relationship …………………………………………Questions / Answers ………………………………………………………….16

Parent/Athlete Contract……………………………………………………….17

Concussion Testing Permission………………………………………………18

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DirectoryTo contact a coach by e-mail: firstname.lastname@raypec.org

Coach Bldg.Jennifer Gibson – Band Director HSStephen Rew – Choir Director HSKymbre Resler-- Color Guard MSAlex Berkovich -- Scholar Bowl HSTodd Schnake/Dane Schnake -- Speech-Debate HSGary Renshaw – Baseball HSScott Jermain – Boys Basketball HSDallas Lybarger – 9 Boys Basketball MSJonathan Benson – Girls Basketball HSPaul Carvan -- 9 Girls Basketball HSMegan Speer – Cheerleading HSCheryl Gray – Pom Pon HSJay Johnson – Girls Cross CountryJamin Swift – Boys Cross Country HSSean Martin – Football HSZach Brady -- 9 Football HSPaul Carvan – Boys/Girls Golf HSJohn Plankers – Boys/Girls Soccer HSLauren Way – Softball HSAustin Andes -- Boys Swimming HSTBD – Girls Swimming HSDerek Howard – Boys/Girls Tennis HSJamin Swift – Track HSKourtney Thompson – Volleyball HSBrett Barbarick – Boys Wrestling HSDrew Shaul – Girls Wrestling HS

ACTIVITIES / ATHLETICS OFFEREDFall Winter Spring VariedB/G Cross Country* Boys Basketball* Baseball Academic Competition*Boys Swimming Girls Basketball* Boys Golf Cheerleading*Football* Girls Swimming Girls Soccer Color GuardGirls Golf Boys Wrestling* Boys Tennis Debate/Forensics (Nat’l Forensics League)Boys Soccer Girls Wrestling* Boys /Girls Track * Marching Band*Softball Trapshooting Performing Arts*Girls Tennis Pom Pon/DanceVolleyball* Vocal Music*

(* Offered at Middle School)

SUBURBAN CONFERENCEBig (Gold) Big 6 (Red) Mid (White) Small 6 (Blue)Blue Springs Lee’s Summit Belton GrandviewBlue Springs South North Kansas City Fort Osage KearneyLee’s Summit North Oak Park Grain Valley Platte CountyLee’s Summit West Park Hill South Raytown Raytown SouthLiberty St. Joseph Central Truman RuskinLiberty North Staley William Chrisman Smithville

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Park Hill WinnetonkaRaymore PeculiarINTRODUCTIONWelcome to the Raymore-Peculiar School District activity / athletic program. Ray-Pec is a member of the Missouri State High SchoolActivities Association (MSHSAA). The MSHSAA sets the standards for all secondary public schools in the state of Missouri, as wellas private schools that choose to join the association. The guidelines and policies set forth are an accumulation of MSHSAA policiesas well as policies established by our Administrators and Board of Education. We hope the information in this handbook will helpmake your and your child’s experience with the Ray-Pec Athletic / Activities program an enjoyable and memorable one.

PHILOSOPHYWe believe that involvement in any extra-curricular activity is a privilege which carries with it a great deal of responsibility as well asa year-round commitment. Lessons learned through athletics/activities go beyond thefield of play; these values shape behavior long after the diploma is received.

GOAL STATEMENTThe concepts of fair play, integrity, ethics, respect, and citizenship represent standards which can be taught through interscholasticactivities. Together they form the foundations of both sportsmanship and citizenship. Research indicates that students involved inco-curricular activities have greater chances for success during adulthood. Ray-Pec School District will continue to strive to maintainquality programs for all students. Many qualities required to be a successful participant are the same qualities which will promote asuccessful life after high school. Through all our programs, we hope to develop these traits in our students.

MSHSAA MISSION STATEMENT“The MSHSAA promotes the value of participation, sportsmanship, team play, and personal excellence to develop citizens who makepositive contributions to their community and support the democratic principles of our state and nation.”

RESPONSIBILITIESEducation is a privilege we have been given and you are encouraged to take full advantage of all your opportunities. However, withthese opportunities also come certain responsibilities.

Maintaining eligibility and academic standards as set forth by the Missouri State High School Activities Association(MSHSAA) and the Ray-Pec School District.Striving to achieve solid citizenship skills including but not limited to: honesty, dependability, respect for self and others, andemotional control.Learning to appreciate hard work and sacrifice and the rewards that come with it.

Achieving and maintaining physical fitness through exercise and proper diet.

Showing respect for authority, property, and those around you.

Learning leadership skills that can come with athletics / activities.

Please remember that you are a representative of the High School and have an obligation to conduct yourself in and out of school in amanner that will gain the respect of your teammates, coaches, student body and community.

BASIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINESStudents have the opportunity to choose the activities in which they are involved. It is our policy that when a student faces a conflict inscheduling between two school-sponsored activities, the sponsors/coaches of the activities will meet to determine a resolution with thebest interest of the student in mind. Administrators will determine which activities will have priority, and students will not bepenalized by the activity not attended.

A student who participates in a sport, but quits by his/her own choosing, will not be eligible to start practice or pre-seasonconditioning for another sport until the end of the season of the sport that was dropped. UNLESS the Head Coach of the sport droppedsigns a release and the Head Coach of the new sport accepts the athlete. EVERY ATHLETE SHOULD BE AWARE OF THISPOLICY.

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If it is necessary to be absent from practice, the student is expected to make arrangements with the coach prior to thescheduled absence.Students must be in attendance all day the day of a scheduled activity Students arriving at school after 8:00 am or leavingearly on the day of an activity will be ineligible. Exceptions are granted by the Activities Director or Administrator ONLY!!If under out-of-school suspension, you will not be allowed to practice, participate in, or attend any school activity untilreinstated in school and approval to continue in an activity is granted by an Administrator.While under in-school suspension (ISS) you will not be allowed to participate in a game, meet, or activity until the ISS iscompleted. You will however be allowed to practice.After school detentions must be served in full before you are able to attend practice.

The use of alcohol, tobacco, or non-prescription drugs can be detrimental to the athlete as well as those around them. Use ofthese substances is strictly prohibited and disciplinary action will be taken should the athlete choose to use any of the abovesubstances. More detailed information of this policy is listed under eligibility.

TRANSPORTATION POLICYA) Away games / activities

All school trips must be made on school-approved transportation. Ray-Pec School District provides school buses, charteredbuses, and vans. All students participating in a school-sponsored activity are expected to ride the school-approvedtransportation to and from games or interschool activities with the following exceptions:1. Students may secure permission to leave from interschool activities:

a. with their parents, providing the parent has written permission from the Activity Director, and checks thestudent out with the coach at the event.

b. with their coach/sponsor in the event of unusual circumstances (e.g. injury, attendance at anotherschool-sponsored activity)

2. For very small groups, a coach/sponsor may transport students in his/her personal vehicle or a school provided van withAdministrative approval.

B) Off-campus practice / Home game sites

1. Students who are allowed to drive to school must have a transportation waiver on file to provide their own transportationto off-campus practice / game sites.

2. If a student transports another student, parent permission slips from both students’ parents and approval by the ActivityDirector or Administrator must be on file.

Please keep in mind that each coach/sponsor may have further rules and regulations regarding transportation to/from events.

ACTIVITY FEESA student activity fee of $50 will be charged to all students participating in athletics, speech and debate, scholar bowl, choir and band.There will be a maximum of $150 charged to an individual family regardless of the number of students participating. With payment ofan activity fee, students will receive an activity pass, which will grant them entrance into all home athletic events. This will notinclude MSHSAA district events.

MAINTAINING YOUR ELIGIBILTYAny student who represents the School District in interscholastic activities shall be a bona fide student enrolled in the school, and shallmeet the following general standards of eligibility as well as the specific standards in By-Laws 230 through 283. A bona fide studentis one who is enrolled in and regularly attending classes. Knowing and following all these requirements will enable you to maintainand protect your eligibility. Also, it is important for you to know that you must meet all the essential requirements in order to beeligible, as no one requirement is more important than another.

1. CITIZENSHIP

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You must be a creditable citizen. Creditable citizens are those students whose conduct – both in-school and out-of-school will notreflect discredit upon themselves, their team, or the School District. Conduct by the student involving law enforcement should bereported to your principal immediately as your conduct may affect eligibility or contest outcomes. Failure to do so may result in astudent’s eligibility for 365 days.

2. ACADEMICS

Grades 9-12▪ You must have earned, the preceding semester of attendance, a minimum of 3 units of credit or have earned credit in 80% of

the maximum allowable classes in which any student can be enrolled in the semester, whichever is greater.▪ Summer school courses for academic eligibility may count provided the course is necessary for graduation or promotion (no

electives), and it is placed on the school transcript. No more than one credit in summer school shall be counted towardeligibility. Correspondence courses do not count.

▪ If you are beginning the 9th grade, you must have been promoted prior to the beginning of the school year.

▪ You must be making satisfactory progress toward graduation as set by the School District policy.

▪ DO NOT drop courses without first consulting with your school principal, athletic administrator or counselor to determinewhether it will affect your eligibility.

▪ When a student, who is involved in an extracurricular activity, allows the GPA to fall below a 1.67 or has one F on a progressreport or grade card, they will be required to attend tutoring.

Grades 7-8▪ You must be enrolled in a normal course load for your grade.

▪ You must have been promoted to a higher grade prior to the first day of classes for the new school year. However, eventhough you were promoted, you will be ineligible if you failed more than two courses the previous semester.

3. RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS▪ A junior or senior high school student may be eligible at the public or nonpublic school located in the district in which the

student’s parents (as defined in By-Law 238. 1-b) reside. In case of a public multiple-school district, a student may be eligibleat the school designated for the student to attend by the board of education. (open enrollment does not count toward meetingthe “designated school to attend.”)

4. TRANSFERRING SCHOOLS▪ If you transfer schools and your parents do not have a complete move out of the current district into the district of your new

school, you will be ineligible for 365 days – unless you meet one of the exceptions listed in the MSHSAA Residence andTransfer Rules.

▪ If you move with your parents to your new school district you will be eligible at your new school provided you were eligiblein all other respects at your former school. A student shall not be eligible to represent two different schools in the MSHSAAstate tournament series in the same sport during the same season.

▪ You and your parents must move to the new residence at the same time.

▪ Always check with your school principal before you transfer to determine whether it will affect your eligibility.

▪ Discipline follows the student to the new school. Transferring while under suspension will cause you to be ineligible for 365days.

5. PARTICIPATION LIMITS

Grades 9-12▪ You are eligible to participate in any sport for a maximum of four seasons. Any part of a contest played during a season

counts as a season of participation.▪ Your eligibility to participate in high school activities begins when you first enter the ninth grade and lasts for the next eight

consecutive semesters (four consecutive years)

Grades 7-85

▪ You are eligible for only your first two semesters of attendance in the seventh grade and for only your first two semesters inthe eighth grade.

▪ You are not eligible to compete with or against students enrolled in the tenth grade or above when you are enrolled in eitherthe seventh or eighth grade.

6. ENTERING SCHOOL▪ You must enter school within the first 11 days of the semester in order to be eligible.

7. AMATEUR AND AWARD STANDARDS▪ After entering a member school, you will become ineligible in the sport concerned if you receive cash, merchandise or

services for participating in an athletic contest or being an athlete. This restriction applies to all sports in which MSHSAAmember schools conduct interscholastic programs. (Merchandise received shall not exceed $250 suggested retail price)

▪ You may accept awards which are symbolic in nature, such as medals, ribbons, trophies, plaques, etc. for participating in aschool athletic program.

▪ You may accept awards which are merchandise and such award shall not exceed $250 in the suggested manufacturer’s retailprice.

▪ Awards as described above presented by a person or group other than your school, must be approved in advance by yourschool principal and the suggested manufacturer’s retail price of merchandise shall not exceed $250.

▪ You may accept awards for participating in non-school sponsored athletic competition only if the above restrictions are met.

8. AGE LIMITS

Grades 9-12▪ If you reach 19 years of age prior to July 1, you will be ineligible the next school year.

▪ In order to participate on or against teams made up of only ninth-graders, you must not have reached 16 years of age prior toJuly 1 preceding the opening of school.

▪ You will be ineligible to participate after graduation from a Senior high school. Students who are granted an early releaseafter their junior year are ineligible for further participation. (NOTE: You are eligible to participate in state-level eventswhich extend beyond the date of your school’s graduation at the end of the spring semester or your senior year.)

Grades 7-8▪ In order to participate on or against teams made up of only seventh-graders, you must not have reached 14 years of age prior

to July 1 preceding the opening of school.▪ In order to participate on or against teams made up of only eighth-graders, you must not have reached 15 years of age prior to

July 1 preceding the opening of school. You may participate with the next higher grade level when you no longer meet theage limit for your grade.

9. NON-SCHOOL COMPETITION▪ You may not practice for or participate with a non-school team or in any organized non-school athletic competition and for

your school team in the same sport during the same season of the school team.▪ You may participate on a school team and a non-school team in different sports during the same season; however, you may

not practice for the non-school team or participate in organized non-school athletic competition on the same day that youpractice with or participate for the school team without prior approval of your school Administrator.

▪ You must receive approval in advance from your school principal in order to miss school time to practice for, travel to orcompete in organized non-school athletic competition.

▪ You may not play at any time on an organized non-school basketball, football, or volleyball team made up only of membersof your school team unless: a) the teams are nontraditional as defined in 235.2-b with limits to out of season; or b) during thesummer months when there is no limit on team rosters/lineups (235.2-b)

▪ You may participate in international competition during the school year, however, the competition must meet the establishedcriteria published in the MSHSAA Official Handbook and must be approved in advance by the MSHSAA Board of Directors.

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▪ Before you join a non-school team or enter any non-school competitive athletic event, your school principal or athleticadministrator should be consulted to make certain these standards are met.

10. COLLEGE AUDITIONS AND TRYOUTS▪ You may participate in a college tryout, audition, or evaluation event for a specific sport outside the school season of the

sport concerned▪ You may not miss school time to travel or participate in the event unless your absence is approved in advance by the school

administrator.▪ You may not miss a MSHSAA sponsored postseason athletic event to participate in or travel to and from the event.

▪ You may only attend one evaluation event by invitation per sport per year. You may attend any number of “open”evaluations (anyone may register) with no limit on college-sponsored tryouts.

▪ SEE THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR BEFORE SIGNING UP TO ATTEND ANY SUCH EVENTS

11. ALL-STAR GAMES▪ You may not compete in an all-star game or contest before you complete your eligibility in each high school sport.

Participation in an all-star game or contest before ending your high school eligibility will result in you becoming ineligible toparticipate in any high school sport.

▪ A senior with no high school eligibility remaining for a specific sport may participate in one All-Star game for that sportduring the school year. See your administrator before agreeing to play.

▪ An All-Star event is one in which an individual is invited to participate due to his or her high school achievements

12. RECRUITING OF ATHLETES▪ You will be ineligible for your career at a school if you are influenced by a person or persons to attend that school for the

purpose of athletic or activity reasons. You may return to your original school and be ineligible for no more than 365 days.

13. TRANSFER FOR ATHLETIC REASONS▪ You will be ineligible for 365 days if you transfer to another school for athletic reasons.

14. SPORTS CAMPS AND CLINICS▪ You may attend a specialized summer athletic camp/clinic where you receive instruction or coaching from a member of your

school’s coaching staff for a maximum of 20 calendar days in any one sport.▪ You may attend a non-school sponsored summer camp/clinic for as long as you wish where you do not receive instruction or

coaching from a member of your school’s coaching staff.▪ During the school year outside the school sport season, you may attend a non-school sponsored specialized camp/clinic

provided: it does not result in loss of school time, attendance does not occur within 14 days of the start of the school season,it is not a team camp, no competition occurs other than limited scrimmaging, and no member of the school’s coaching staff isinvolved in any way.

▪ During the sport season, you may attend a non-school sponsored specialized sport camp or group instruction provided aschool coach attends with you, camp attendance does not result in loss of school time, it is not a team camp, there is nocompetition other than limited scrimmaging, and a school administrator approves your participation.

▪ Beginning the summer before your 9th grade year, you may only attend a school-sponsored camp at the school you areregistered to attend.

▪ You or your parents must pay all camp/clinic fees, tuition, etc. A scholarship, waiver of fees, payment of travel expenses shallresult in the loss of your eligibility.

▪ You may attend one sport camp per sport per year by special invitation. You may attend any number of “open” camps.

▪ Before attending any specialized athletic camp/clinic/group instruction, you should consult with your athletic director.

15. FOREIGN STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

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▪ You are eligible for varsity competition for one year only, provided you are participating in an exchange program listed byCSIET.

▪ No person associated with the school may be involved in your selection.

▪ No member of the school’s coaching staff shall serve as a host family.

▪ You must meet the age requirement of not reaching age 19 prior to July 1.

▪ You must possess a current and valid visa

▪ You must have enrolled within the first 11 days of the semester

▪ You must meet all other general student-eligibility requirements

▪ If you meet all standards of eligibility except a CSIET program, you are eligible only for sub-varsity competition.

ATHLETIC / NON-ATHLETIC LETTERING▪ Criteria for qualifying for a letter in a sport is set by each individual sports coaching staff. The head coach will communicate

these standards to parents and athletes at the start of the season, and those standards will not be changed. The head coach hasthe final authority in granting a letter to an athlete.

▪ School sponsored non-athletic activities may also offer a letter. Again, criteria for obtaining a letter will be established by theactivity sponsor.

▪ Criteria for both athletic and non-athletic lettering will include, but not limited to, factors including sportsmanship,citizenship, teamwork, and positive attitude.

ALCOHOL/TOBACCO/DRUG USEThe Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District adheres to Missouri State Law in maintaining a drug/alcohol/tobacco free environment.The use of mood-altering chemicals such as alcohol, drugs, marijuana, tobacco, etc. negatively affects athletes in behavior, learning,and total development, as well as posing threats to the athlete and those around them.

Close contact of advisors and coaches provides them the opportunity to observe, confront, and assist students. This allows them torecognize and elevate physical and emotional potential of students in a positive manner and encourage the growth of these students inan atmosphere of responsible citizenship.

During the school and/or during the season of practice, play or rehearsal, regardless of the quantity, a student shall not have inpossession or use a beverage containing alcohol, have in possession or use tobacco, or use or consume, have in possession, buy, sell orgive away marijuana or any substance defined by law as an illegal drug; or use a prescription drug other than it’s prescribed use. Thefollowing are minimum guidelines that apply to all activity and athletic programs:

✔ USE OR POSSESSION OF ANY FORM OF TOBACCO1st offense – 5 school day’s suspension from game event

Up to 10% of game activity2nd offense – Dismissal from team

✔ USE OR POSSESSION OF ANY FORM OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE1st offense – 10 school day’s suspension from games(does not apply to practice) Up to 20% of game activity2nd offense – Dismissal from team

✔ USE OR POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES, AND DRUGS NOT PRESCRIBED BY A PHYSICIANNo student is permitted to use or possess any form of controlled substance, substances represented as controlledsubstances, or drugs considered dangerous or addictive that has not been prescribed by a physician.

1st offense – Dismissal from team

These rules are applicable at any time during the school year or when practices are being conducted prior to the opening of school inthe fall. Individual coaches reserve the right to additional discipline (approved by the Administrator).

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SPORTSMANSHIPAs a representative of your school and community, you have a responsibility to exhibit good sportsmanship at all times.Sportsmanship is carried into how the game is played, not whether it is won or lost. Simple acts or gestures of respect such asdisplaying good conduct through self-control, cooperating with officials – accepting their decisions and abiding by them, acceptingboth victory and defeat with pride and compassion, and never being boastful or bitter will aid you and your team as well as exemplifythe standards expected of you by the School District. Acting in an unsportsmanlike manner could result in loss of eligibility.

Sportsmanship carries over into the stands. As parents and spectators, we have a responsibility to set examples of good sportsmanshipat all times. Unsportsmanlike conduct could result in your being barred from attending school contests.

As educators, fans, and parents, we share the responsibility of setting positive examples. The values and integrity we strive to establishthrough our activities will serve our students throughout their lives; emotionally, mentally, socially, and physically.

HAZINGThe Raymore-Peculiar School District prohibits any form of hazing. Hazing is not acceptable and will result in disciplinary action. Nostudent, coach, teacher, sponsor, volunteer, or District employee shall plan, direct, supervise, encourage, assist, permit, condone, orparticipate in any hazing activity. Students who have been subjected to hazing are instructed to report the incident to a school officialimmediately.

CONDITIONING / TRAININGYear-round conditioning can increase athletic performance as well as decrease the risk for serious injury. Although injuries may occur,the severity and frequency of these injuries can be greatly reduced. Ray-Pec provides year-round conditioning for students notinvolved in a competitive sport each season. Athletic Trainers are available should an injury occur and all injuries should be reportedimmediately, so the best possible treatment can be obtained.

Ray-Pec has certified athletic trainers on staff. These trainers provide a tremendous service to our athletes, aiding in reducing injuryand medical expenses to the parents. The trainer may treat the athlete themselves, or they may recommend a physician be seen. Oncean athlete has been referred to a physician, been seen by a physician, or treated at an emergency room, they will be required to obtain awritten doctor’s release to return to participation in practice or play. Due to increased research regarding student athlete concussions,and in line with the safety of our students and MSHSAA regulations, Ray Pec High School will be requiring ALL student athletes tocomplete a computerized screening exam. This exam will be done here at the school under the supervision of our Athletic Trainer. If aconcussion is suspected, the athlete will be required to re-take the test. Both the preseason and post-injury test data is used to helpevaluate the injury. The information gathered can also be shared with your family doctor. The test data will enable these healthprofessionals to determine when return-to-play is appropriate and safe for the injured athlete. If an injury of this nature occurs to yourchild, you will be promptly contacted with all the details.

PHYSICAL EXAMS / INSURANCEAthletic By-Law 309 (a) in the MSHSAA handbook states: “The school shall require of each student participating in athletic or anactivity performance Group; MSHSAA sponsored sports, marching band, cheerleading, dance team, and color guard , a physician’scertificate stating that he or she is physically able to participate in athletic contests or performance groups. A student shall not bepermitted to practice or compete until a complete certificate is on file. The certificate/physical is valid for two years.

The School District provides a physical exam form to be completed by each athlete as well as your physician. You may obtain a format the front office of your child’s school or on-line here. This form MUST be on file before you will be allowed to practice orparticipate with any Raymore-Peculiar athletic team or performance group.

Athletic By-Law 309 (b) in the MSHSAA handbook states: “A student shall not be permitted to practice or compete for a school untilit has verification that he or she has basic athletic insurance coverage.” This information is included on the physical exam form andalso MUST be on file before you will be allowed to practice or participate with any Raymore-Peculiar athletic team or performancegroup. The School District provides a supplemental insurance policy for each athlete. This is in addition to your private healthinsurance. During most years, the High School sponsors a physical night, with licensed physicians, allowing athletes to obtain aphysical valid for the following two-year period. The cost is $15.

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CHANGE IN PROCESS TO SUBMIT YOUR SPORTS/ACTIVITY PHYSICALFor the 2021-2022 school year, the District is changing the process for activity physicals. Physicals now will be submitted through aprogram called PRIVIT. Parents and guardians must create an account and create a profile for students under the age of 19. You willthen use the PRIVIT app to submit the new physical. If your student has a valid physical on file at the high school, you do not need tocomplete this process until the physical is no longer valid (two years from the physical date). At that time you will need to completethe PRIVIT process.

Here are the instructions for using PRIVIT:1. Go to the PRIVIT site: https://raypecathletics.e-ppe.com/index.jspa on your computer or visit the PRIVIT Profile App

(available through the Apple App Store or Google Play) on your smartphone. On the app, search for "Raymore PeculiarAthletics."

2. As a parent/guardian for a student under the age of 19, you will register an account with your email address, and then addyour student into the account. New users: Select "Register" to create a new account. Select your role as "Parent/Guardian"when registering. Once you create an account, you may log in with the same email address and password in the future.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to submit your student's physical.

MSHSAA CONCUSSION INFORMATIONThe Missouri State High School Activities Association Concussion Information, including signs and symptoms of concussions and thereturn to play protocol

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

All secondary Raymore-Peculiar schools have implemented an innovative program for ourstudent athletes called ImPACT (Immediate Post Concussion Assessment and CognitiveTesting.) This program will assist our team physicians/athletic trainers in evaluating and treatinghead injuries (concussions).

ImPACT is a computerized exam utilized in many professional, collegiate, and high schoolsports programs across the country to successfully diagnose and manage concussions. If astudent- athlete is believed to have suffered a head injury during competition, ImPACT is usedto help determine the severity of the head injury and when the injury has fully healed.

The computerized exam is given to student-athletes before beginning contact sport practice orcompetition. This non-invasive test is set up in “video-game” type format and takes about 15-20minutes to complete. It is simple, and actually many athletes enjoy the challenge of taking thetest. Essentially, the ImPACT test is a preseason physical of the brain. IT tracks informationsuch as memory, reaction time, speed, and concentration. It however, is not an IQ test.

If a concussion is suspected, the student-athlete will be required to retake the test. Both thepreseason and post injury test data is given to a local doctor to help evaluate the injury. Theinformation gathered can also be shared with your family doctor. The test data will enable thesehealth professionals to determine when return-to-play is appropriate and safe for the injuredathlete. If an injury of this nature occurs to your child, you will be promptly contacted with allthe details.

ImPACT testing procedures are non-invasive, and pose no risks to your student- athlete. We areexcited to offer this program given that it provides us the best available information formanaging concussions and preventing potential brain damage that can occur with multipleconcussions.

The Ray-Pec administration, coaching, and athletic training staffs are striving to keep yourchild’s health and safety at the forefront of the student athletic experience. If you have anyfurther questions regarding this program please feel free to contact our Athletic Trainers, DanSchwarz and Trevor Volkland at 892-1400.

Sincerely,

Kirk Hipple

Kirk Hipple CAAActivities/Athletic DirectorRaymore-Peculiar High School816.892.1400

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CARE OF EQUIPMENTEach student will be held accountable for the use and care of the equipment issued to them. Any equipment that is lost or stolen mustbe paid for by the student in whose name it was checked out. Keeping your equipment in a locked locker and not loaning outequipment will help prevent loss. Any loss or theft of equipment should be reported to the coach immediately. For your safety, anyequipment that does not fit properly should be exchanged with the coach.

PARENT/COACH/SPONSOR RELATIONSHIPParenting and coaching are extremely challenging. By establishing an understanding of each other’s position, we are better able toprovide greater benefits to the young people we work with. As parents, when your child becomes involved in one of our programs,you have a right to understand what expectations are placed on your child. This begins with clear communication from the Coach /Sponsor of your child’s program.

A. Communication you should expect from your child’s Coach/Sponsor1. Philosophy of the Coach/Sponsor2. Expectations the Coach/Sponsor has of your child as well as all participants in the program.3. Locations and times of all practices, meetings, and contests.4. Team requirements – fees, special equipment, off-season training requirements, etc.5. Procedures should your child be injured during participation6. Firm, fair, and consistent enforcement of rules as written in the Student Handbook

B. Communication Coaches / Sponsors expect from parents1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach or sponsor2. Notification of any schedule conflict in advance3. Specific concern in regards to a Coach/Sponsor’s philosophy and / or expectations.

C. Appropriate concerns to discuss with Coaches / Sponsors1. The treatment of your child mentally or physically2. Ways to help your child improve3. Concerns about your child’s behavior4. Special needs of your child5. Non-school team membership6. Eligibility concerns7. Your child in the total team concept

Coaches and Sponsors are professionals. They make judgment decisions based on what they believe to be the best for all members ofthe team. Decisions involving issues such as Team Strategy, Play calling, Team Personnel, other student participants are notappropriate items to discuss with the Coach / Sponsor.

D. Appropriate time and place for discussion of concerns1. Please do not attempt to confront a Coach / Sponsor before or after a contest or practice.

These can be emotional times for both parties. Meetings of this nature do not promote solutions.

2. We encourage your child to discuss any of their concerns with their Coach / Sponsor firstas this develops responsibility and a working relationship between your child and the Coach/Sponsor

3. If necessary, the next order in the chain of command would be for YOU to contact the Coach / Sponsor. This will providea clear understanding of the problem and first hand solution to your concern.

4. The final step would be to contact the Activity Director Tom Kruse at 816-892-1410.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND COOPERATION. WE LOOKFORWARD TO SHARING A GREAT YEAR WITH YOU

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q1: Will students be able to count summer school credit toward meeting the academic eligibility requirementsfor the first semester?

Yes. MSHSAA By-Law 213 provides students may countup to 1 credit from summer school toward establishingtheir eligibility for the fall semester. Only classes, which arerequired for graduation may be counted.

Q2: If a student needs 1 unit of credit in physical education and has earned that credit by the end of thesophomore year, may the student take physical education during the summer as an elective and countthis toward eligibility?

No. Only classes required for graduation may be counted.

Q3: What is meant by team obligation?

Team obligations are defined by the coach/sponsor.

Q4: Is it mandatory that our school accept summer school credit to determine eligibility for the fall semester?

No. This like all other requirements of student eligibility are the minimum essentialrequirements and each local Board of Education has the right to establish morestringent requirements.

Q5: What is meant by the core classes required for graduation by DESE?

In order for all students across the state to meet a minimal curricular program,it was adopted by the schools to rely upon core courses and required credits forgraduation as required by the Department of Elementary and SecondaryEducation. Currently these minimum requirements are;Practical Arts – 1 credit Fine Arts – 1 creditPhysical Education – 1 credit Science – 3 creditsMathematics – 3 credits Communication Arts – 4 creditsSocial Studies – 3 credits. Health Education – ½ creditPersonal Finance – ½ credit

Q6: Do the rules cover summer vacations?

Yes. The rules include the school year and any portion of a Fall or spring sport seasonthat overlaps into the summer vacation. Good citizenship is a year-round responsibility.

Q7: What is the meaning of the phrase: “Next consecutive Interscholastic Event”?

Following confirmation of the violation, the student would lose eligibility to participate in the next event(s) whichoccur in a consecutive chronological sequence. The contest(s) cannot be selected.

Q8: Does loss of eligibility carry over from one season to the next?

Yes. If a student commits a violation in the last contest of the Season, he/she loseseligibility in the next season. Also, once a Student commits an offense, any subsequentoffense until Graduation would be considered his/her second violation.

Q9: How does my child get released to return to play following a concussion?

If your child is sent for evaluation with suspicion of a concussion, you will be issued aReturn to Play (RTP) form from either your child’s coach or one of the District Athletic Trainers.This evaluation / release will need to be conducted and signed by a licensed medical professionaland a copy given to the coach and/or Athletic Trainer before your child will be allowed to return toany physical activity.

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RAYMORE-PECULIAR SCHOOL DISTRICTActivity / Athletic Contract

This contract, in itself, will not prevent students from using drugs, alcohol, or tobacco, but rather is entered into with the hope that itwill help in prevention and serve as a reminder to the students that they will be accountable for their actions.

WRITTEN COMMITMENT FOR RAY-PEC DISTRICT STUDENTS

My name is _______________________________________. I am a student participant of the Raymore-Peculiar School DistrictPLEASE PRINT

I have read this booklet and understand what is expected of me in regard to sportsmanship, academics, and staying drug/alcohol/tobacco free whileenrolled in this school. I understand the consequences of breaking these policies, and will not do so while I am a Ray-Pec Student. I will be fullyresponsible for my own actions and the consequences of my actions

As a student-athlete / participant, I also pledge to do my best to follow the philosophies of Enjoy the Game as set by MSHSAA and understand thiswill be expected of me in every game / activity I participate in.

I, along with my parents, understand that this is a year-round commitment. I will be responsible for all equipment issued throughout the season. Iunderstand and have been advised of risk to injury. Having been advised of this, it is my desire to participate in sports and to do so with fullknowledge and understanding of the risk of injury.

Signature of Student __________________________________________________ Date ________________

I (We), the parent(s) of the above named student, understand what is expected of my child by the Ray-Pec School District and the consequences ofthese actions. In addition, we understand the philosophies of Enjoy the Game and agree to participate in the principles that they encourage.

Please initial :

______ I consent to the MSHSAA’s use of the herein named student’s name, likeness, and athletic-related informationin reports of contests, promotional literature of the Association and other materials and releases related tointerscholastic athletics.

To enable the MSHSAA to determine whether the herein named student is eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics in the MSHSAA memberschool, I consent to the release of the MSHSAA any and all portions of school record files, beginning with seventh grade, of the herein namedstudent, specifically including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, birth and age records, name and residence address of parent(s) orguardian(s), residence address of the student, academic work completed, grades received, and attendance data.

Parent / guardian signature indicates reading and understanding the Athletic Handbook and the policies set forth herein.

Signature of Parent / Guardian _____________________________________________ Date ______________

We have received and read the MSHSAA materials on concussions, which includes information on the definition of a concussion, symptoms of aconcussion, what to do if you have a concussion, and how to prevent a concussion.

I understand that the medical personnel of Ray-Pec, including Athletic Trainers, nurses, and team physicians will perform only those procedureswhich are within their training, credentials and scope of professional practice to prevent, treat and rehabilitate injuries or illnesses. I acknowledge thatno guarantees have been made as to the result of the examination and treatment. Additionally, permission is hereby given for emergency care in thecase of accidents or illnesses

Signature of Athlete: ______________________________________________ Date _________________ _

Signature of Parent /Guardian ______________________________________________ Date ________________

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