“Touch the Sky”
Parent & Student-Athlete
Athletics Handbook
2014-2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR COMMENTS
ACADEMY ADMINISTRATION
EXPECTED SCHOOL WIDE LEARNING RESULTS
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
OLP COACHING STAFF
CODE FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES
STUDENT-ATHLETE REQUIREMENTS & EXPECTATIONS
STUDENT-ATHLETE ELIGIBILITY
PARENT SUPPORT OF THE OLP PROGRAM
PARENT AND FAN RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL INFORMATION
A. Admission Fees
B. Clearance & Eligibility
C. Dismissing an Athlete From a Team
D. Earning a Letter
E. Explanation of Awards
F. Emergency Cards & Parent Permission
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G. First Aid & Injuries
H. Fundraising
I. Medical/Physical Exam
J. Parent Coaches Meeting
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K. Parent-Coach Relationship
L. Participation Fee
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M. Practice
N. Recruitment
O. Releasing Student for Competition
P. Team Lockers
Q. Team Roster
R. Team Travel
S. Transfer Rule
T. Transportation
U. Tryout Policy & Team Size
V. Uniform Deposit
W. Weight Room & Rules
COACHES CERTIFICATION
COACHES JOB DESCRIPTION
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
COACHES PROFILES
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APPENDIX
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B.
C.
D.
Substance Abuse Policy
Sexual Harassment Policy
Athletic Policy Against Hazing
CIF Student-Athlete Steroid Policy
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E. Concussion Management & Return to Play Protocol
F. Athlete of the Year Criteria
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G. Useful Articles & Websites Pertaining to Athletic
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H. CIF Master Calendar 2014-15
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Athletic Director Comments
The opportunity to participate in competitive sports has been an integral part
of my life since I was a young girl. My experiences and involvement in high
school sports were positive and I lettered in twelve varsity sports in the three
years that I attended Coronado High School. Further, I was the Female
Athlete of the Year my senior year. My competitive sports opportunities
continued at the college level, for I played two intercollegiate sports at the
University of San Diego. While at USD, I was a member of two league
championship teams: tennis and volleyball. During the course of my teaching
career, I have had the pleasure of coaching tennis, volleyball, softball, and
basketball at the high school level. Further, I also was the head basketball
coach at the university level for two years.
Sports are an important aspect of a woman’s life. They offer her the
opportunity to sharpen her skills in both the classroom as well as on the
playing field. Research indicates that girls and women who compete at a high
level of sports achieve their personal goals more frequently, have higher
grades than their non-sports involved peers and have a more positive selfconcept. The OLP CIF sports program offers over 400 athletes per year the
opportunity to achieve those higher levels of personal fulfillment. Eighteen
teams at three levels, ninth, junior varsity, and varsity, enable our athletes to
focus on skill development appropriate for their level of proficiency.
Each season, teams representing OLP go into the San Diego community and
represent the Academy to people who may not have heard of OLP or may have
stereotypes of OLP. Those young women present themselves on the field of
competition willing to publicly demonstrate their skill and their desire to
excel to any who watches. Sometimes they are victorious, sometimes they
are not. Each time, however, they realize just how deep their love for the
sport is and how much they exerted in their hunger to excel and to give
support to their teammates.
Each OLP athlete is triumphant, for the ultimate victory comes from knowing
that one has done the best that one can. We fail only when we cease trying.
OLP athletes never yield and never concede. Each athlete savours victory and
grows from defeat. To each of our athletes: Thank you for showing us how to
be successful.
Dr. Melinda Blade, CMAA
Director of Athletics
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Academy of Our Lady of Peace
ADMINISTRATION
Head of School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mrs.
Lauren Lek
Assistant Head of School. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mrs. Jessica
Hooper
Assistant Principal – Director of Campus Life .. . . . . . . . . . . . Mrs. Jeanette
Handelsman
Assistant Principal of Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ms. Sheelah
Keeter
Athletic Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr.
Melinda Blade
Philosophy & Mission of the
Academy of Our Lady of Peace
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a Catholic, liberal arts oriented, college
preparatory secondary school dedicated to the education of young women. As
a Catholic school, it is committed to helping its students become active
participants in building Christ’s kingdom of justice, love and peace. As a
school rooted in the values of the Sister’s of St. Joseph, it promotes the
cultivation of “gentleness, peace and joy” as we respond to the needs of the
“dear neighbor” both in our midst and in our human community. Through its
college preparatory program, its mission is to empower its students to become
knowledgeable in those skills needed to achieve success in post-secondary
studies, and to make informed and values-driven decisions in the context of
today’s world. As a result of these endeavors, and working with parents as our
educational partners providing a family context of faith-in-action, the
Academy of Our Lady of Peace strives to graduate responsible women
educated to the needs of society.
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Expected School Wide Learning Results
As a Catholic, liberal arts, college preparatory high school for women, the Academy of Our
Lady of Peace and the parents of our students work as educational partners dedicated to
the development of Christian values and leadership inspired by the charism of the Sisters of
St. Joseph of Carondelet toward the needs of our world. Expected School-wide Learning
Results (ESLRs) characterize an OLP student as:
A Spiritual Leader who…
1. develops an understanding of the spiritual and physical needs of self, society and the
world as these are guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church;
2. cultivates a sense of individual accountability, integrity, responsibility, self-esteem
and respect toward others with Jesus as her model, Mary as her inspiration, and
Joseph as her guide;
3. makes informed and mature moral decisions;
4. chooses to work toward becoming a whole person able to integrate healthful living
and attention to mental, physical and spiritual well-being;
5. cultivates creative abilities through artistically enriching opportunities for selfexpression.
An Academic Leader who…
1. develops an appreciation of learning as a lifelong pursuit and a willingness to
diligently follow those academic pathways that will result in a successful transition
to college studies;
2. sets realistic goals and expectations in order to achieve specific and measurable
outcomes in a multi-disciplinary curriculum;
3. demonstrates an ability to think logically, critically, and objectively;
4. communicates effectively both in speech and in writing;
5. uses technology effectively and ethically to improve the learning experience of OLP
and to enhance the community.
A Social Leader who…
1. demonstrates an ability to work collaboratively and compassionately in a spirit of
friendliness, adaptability, empathy and courtesy;
2. nurtures meaningful interests and participation in co-curricular activities;
3. fosters peace and harmony in interpersonal relationships, and recognizes the basic
human rights of each person;
4. asserts herself as a young woman with informed and well-supported opinions, and
appreciates differing viewpoints through active listening;
5. acknowledges the world as a globally interdependent society.
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A CSJ Leader who…
1. achieves “all of which woman is capable” through the recognition, acceptance, and
use of personal talents and goals;
2. understands the CSJ call to become women of heart (femmes de coeur), women of
faith (femmes de foi), and women of courage (femmes de courage);
3. distinguishes herself by example in recognizing and valuing the dignity of the “dear
neighbor”;
4. incorporates the CSJ value of community through Peace Education;
5. embodies the CSJ values of excellence tempered by gentleness, peace and joy in
furthering the mission of OLP.
Athletic Department Information
4860 Oregon Street
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 297-2266
Athletic Department websites:
www.aolp.org
AD Telephone:
Dr. Melinda Blade, CMAA
(619) 297-2563
mblade@aolp.org
Assistant AD Telephone:
Allison Weatherford
aweatherford@aolp.org
CIF Section:
San Diego
Conference:
San Diego City Conference
Leagues:
OLP plays in several leagues, but we are usually in the Eastern, Western or Central
Leagues
School and team colors:
Columbia blue and white. Accent colors tend to be navy or silver.
Philosophy of the
Department of OLP Athletics
The philosophy of the Department of Athletics comes from the Academy philosophy
and ESLRs. It is the philosophy of the Department of Athletics, as espoused by the
Director of Athletics and the entire coaching staff to foster mutual respect among
participants, instill a commitment to excellence within each student-athlete, and
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promote team unity, cooperation and self-discipline. Those goals are manifested
through student-athletes and coaches who espouse the gospel values inherent in
OLP’s philosophy and to the CSJ charism of caring for the “dear neighbor.”
Further, all participants are encouraged to become the finest student-athletes
possible, learning life-long values and skills through hard work, sportsmanship,
team-building, ethical conduct, and fair play as well as how to discern the
appropriate value of sport participation for a healthy and active life-style.
OLP ATHLETICS COACHING STAFF
FALL SPORTS
Cross Country:
Assistant:
Assistant:
Varsity Tennis:
Junior Varsity Tennis:
Varsity Volleyball:
Junior Varsity Volleyball:
Assistant:
9th Grade Volleyball:
pjohnson@aolp.org
Assistant:
Assistant:
Varsity Golf:
Junior Varsity Golf:
Assistant:
Dan Keays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .dkeays@aolp.org
Krystine Krutchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kkrutchen@aolp.org
Briggette Will . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bwill@aolp.org
Darice Carnaje. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dcarnaje@aolp.org
Lois Sczepaniak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .lsczepniak@aolp.org
Amanda Miles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . abevens@aolp.org
Stacy Lewis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .slewis@aolp.org
Macaine Piercy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mpiercy@aolp.org
Peter Johnson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Zac Henggeler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zhenggeler@aolp.org
Chelsea Woerle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cwoerle@aolp.org
Aaron Gonzalez. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . agonzalez@aolp.org
John Kitchingham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .jkitchingham@aolp.org
Jeff Kirschbaum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jkirschbaum@aolp.org
WINTER SPORTS
Varsity Basketball:
Assistant:
Assistant:
Junior Varsity Basketball:
9th Grade Basketball:
Assistant:
Varsity Soccer:
Assistant:
Junior Varsity Soccer:
Assistant:
9th Grade Soccer:
Darice Carnaje. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dcarnaje@aolp.org
Sydney D’Angelo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .sdangelo@aolp.org
Ariel Valerio-Meek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ameek@aolp.org
Carrie Miller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .cmiller@aolp.org
Jody Poole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jpoole@aolp.org
Nicole Salem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . nsalem@aolp.org
Kevin Soares. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ksoares@aolp.org
Tim Paluso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . tpaluso@aolp.org
Elise Hennrikus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ehennrikus@aolp.org
Ashlee Withington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .awithington@aolp.org
Luigi Zoni. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lzoni@aolp.org
SPRING SPORTS
Gymnastics:
Varsity Softball:
Assistant:
JV Softball:
Assistant:
Track:
Rebecca Floyd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rfloyd@aolp.org
Tom Angioletti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .tangioletti@aolp.org
Natalie Garrett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ngarrett@aolp.org
Dena Young . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .dyoung@aolp.org
Darice Carnaje . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dcarnaje@aolp.org
Dan Keays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dkeays@aolp.org
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Assistant:
Assistant:
Assistant:
Assistant:
Swimming:
Assistant:
Assistant:
Stacy Lewis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .slewis@aolp.org
Rolan Reyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rreyes@aolp.org
Krystine Krutchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kkrutchen@aolp.org
Bridgette Will . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .bwill@aolp.org
Elyse Witt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ewitt@aolp.org
Julia Mekrut. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .jmekrut@aolp.org
Bobbie Solomon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bsolomon@aolp.org
NON-SEASON/CLUB SPORTS
Surf:
Assistant:
Sand Volleyball:
Assistant:
Christina Harmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . charmes@aolp.org
Julia Murkat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .jmurkat@aolp.org
Amanda Miles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . amiles@aolp.org
Macaine Piercy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mpiercy@aolp.org
Code for Student-Athletes
1.
In order to participate in all athletic activities at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace,
students agree to obey regulations and training rules set up by the OLP Athletic
Department, California Inter-Scholastic Federation, and the San Diego Section of CIF,
and the City Conference.
2.
Athletes are expected to show the highest standards of sportsmanship during all
practices and competitions. Inappropriate behavior on or off the competitive field
will not be tolerated. Athletes are expected to adhere to the rules of their sport.
3.
Athletes are to share in the responsibility for the conduct of their teammates and
supporters of their team by controlling their behavior.
4.
Athletes must accept the decision of an official. Any questions regarding a call or
calls are to be directed to the official by the coach or team captain.
5.
Athletes should show cordial courtesy to visiting teams and officials. Athletes are to
accept victory with modesty and defeat with graciousness.
6.
Any concerns that the athletes have should go to the head coach, Athletic Director,
and finally the Principal.
7.
Athletes shall be responsible for all equipment issued and shall pay for equipment
not returned.
8.
Athletes must keep up their academic performance to continue to participate on a
team.
9.
Athletes are to avoid all use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco and avoid all connections
with their usage.
10.
Any violation of the OLP Student/Parent Handbook or Code for Student Athletes will
be handled in an appropriate manner.
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Student-Athlete Requirements and Expectations
1.
All student-athletes must have parental permission to participate in CIF sports.
2.
All student-athletes must have a current physical examination on file in the attendance
office. The form must be dated less than one year from the date of the tryouts and be
in effect through the entire season. This is California Law.
3.
All student-athletes must have all completed forms on file prior to participation
including: Athletic Agreement Form, Athletic Policy Against Hazing, CIF Athlete
Eligibility Form, CIF Athletic Participation Form, Weight Room Usage Agreement, CIF
Ethics in Sports Form.
4.
Athletes must turn in Athletic Emergency Card to coach prior to participation.
5.
All uniforms and equipment must be returned at the end of the season or departure
from the team. No athlete will be eligible for another sport if they have not cleared a
previous sport.
6.
If a player quits or is dropped from a team, she cannot participate in another sport for
the remainder of the school year without express permission from the Director of
Athletics.
7.
Once the roster has been finalized, a player is allowed to miss three excused practices
during the season of sport. (Excused absences include prolonged illness, injury, A.S.B.
meetings, etc.) After three absences, the player may be dropped from the team upon
the discretion of the Athletic Director and coach. If a player is home ill, it will not be
counted against her.
8.
All student-athletes are expected to attend practices of the team unless at home ill. If a
player is injured but is able to attend school, she will attend practices even if not able
to participate. A coach must be notified if a practice or game is to be missed.
9.
A player must attend all games, even when injured.
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10.
A player must attend school the day of a contest or expect not to participate. Athletes
must be in school for at least two blocks of instruction to be eligible to play. This is a
CIF requirement.
11.
A player must attend practice the day before a contest or expect not to participate in
the contest. This is a CIF requirement.
12.
A player must attend the entire contest unless other arrangements have been made with
the coach.
13.
A player agrees to keep herself in good health and physical condition by getting proper
rest and nutrition with absolutely no use of tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. The use
of any of the last three will result in the dismissal of the student from participating in
the current sport.
14.
A player will remember that she represents OLP, at all times showing respect to
officials, other players and to coaches.
15.
A player is committed to the team for the season once team selections are made.
16.
An OLP student-athlete may participate on only one OLP team per any season of sport.
Student-Athlete Eligibility
***This Information is Taken Originally from the State CIF Website***
A Message To Student-Athletes
Your school is one of more than 1,400 public, parochial, private and charter high schools that have agreed to
follow the rules and regulations it helped enact through the California Interscholastic Federation.
Your high school years will provide some of the most memorable and enjoyable moments you will ever
experience. The privilege of competing in interscholastic athletics is a once-in-a-lifetime experience which
will influence you forever, but participation is dependent on your eligibility.
The essential eligibility requirements in this brochure are only a summary of some of the regulations affecting
student eligibility. Most requirements are found in the CIF Constitution and Bylaws, which can be found in
your school administrative office or on the State CIF web site, www.cifstate.org. In addition, your
school/district has the authority to establish more stringent standards and enact codes of athletic conduct
that are in the best interest of individual students, the team and community.
Review the rules with your parents/guardians and ask questions of your principal and athletic director. Your
role in following the rules will assure eligibility to participate in interscholastic sports or prevent your
participation as an ineligible athlete, which could result in forfeiture of contests for your school.
CIF Approved
Interscholastic Sports
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Skiing & Snowbd.
Soccer
Swimming & Diving
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
A Summary Of The Rules
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1. AGE—High school students become ineligible if they reach their 19th birthday before June 15 of
the current school year. (Bylaw 202)
2. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION—Schools require that a student receive an annual physical examination
conducted by a medical practitioner certifying that the student is physically fit to participate in
athletics. This statement must be on a school board-approved form and be for the current school
year. (Bylaw 307)
3. SCHOLASTIC ELIGIBILITY— Students must have a 2.0 GPA, on a 4.0 scale in all enrolled classes.
Students must have passed at least the equivalent of 20 semester periods of work at the completion
of the most recent grading period and currently be enrolled in at least 20 semester periods of work.
(Bylaw 205)
4. RESIDENTIAL ELIGIBILITY – A student generally has residential eligibility upon initial enrollment
in the 9th grade of any CIF member high school. Any student entering from the 8th grade must have
achieved a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in all the enrolled courses at the conclusion of the previous
grading period. (Bylaw 204)
5. SEMESTERS OF ENROLLMENT—A student may be eligible for athletic competition during a
maximum amount of time that is not to exceed eight consecutive semesters following initial
enrollment in the 9th grade of any school. (Bylaw 204)
6. TRANSFER STUDENTS— A student in grades 9 through 12 who participates in an interscholastic
athletic contest or is enrolled in and/or attends a school for 15 school days or more shall be
considered to have been “enrolled” in that school and be classified as a transfer student if the
student changes/enrolls in another school. There are several classifications of transfer students.
(Bylaw 207)
Valid change of residence - When a student and the entire family changes residence, the student
may be granted unlimited eligibility allowing him/her to play all sports at any level at the new
school. Other rules do apply; consult your administrator.
Students and parents anticipating a change of schools should first seek advice from their high
school administration.
7. UNDUE INFLUENCE/RECRUITING—The use of undue influence by any person directly or
indirectly associated with a school to secure or encourage the attendance of a student for athletic
purposes, shall cause the student to become ineligible for a minimum of one year and subject the
school to severe sanctions. Also, students may be prohibited from participation when they
participated on a non-school team (i.e., AAU, Club, Travel Ball, Camps) and then transfers to the
school that is associated with that non-school team. (Bylaw 510)
8. PARTICPATION ON AN OUTSIDE TEAM — A student on a high school team becomes ineligible if
the student competes in a contest on an “outside” team in the same sport during the student’s high
school season of sport. The student's school team may also be forced to forfeit contests. Some CIF
Sections may have restrictions that include a prohibition of practice with an “outside” team.
Please consult with your school administrator prior to participating with a non-school team. (Bylaw
600)
9. PROFESSIONAL TRYOUTS – A student shall become ineligible for CIF competition if he/she
participates in a tryout for a professional team in any CIF-approved sport from September 15 to
June 15 unless:
(1) His/Her principal has given written approval to a request for such participation from a
professional team, AND
(2) The tryout is limited to five students or less.
CAUTION: Compliance with this bylaw does NOT ensure your eligibility with other athletic
organizations, i.e., NCAA, NAIA or other governing bodies.
CIF PHILOSOPHY ON STUDENT ELIGIBILITY FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC COMPETITION
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The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), as the governing body of high school athletics,
affirms that athletic competition is an important part of the high school experience and that
participation in interscholastic athletics is a privilege. The privilege of participation in
interscholastic athletics is available to students in public or private schools who meet the
democratically established standards of qualification as set forth by the CIF Federated Council. CIF
bylaws governing student eligibility are a necessary prerequisite to participation in interscholastic
athletics because they:
A.
Keep the focus on athletic participation as a privilege, not a right;
B. Reinforce the principle that students attend school to receive an education first; athletic
participation is secondary;
C. Protect the opportunities to participate for students who meet the established standards;
D. Provide a fundamentally fair and equitable framework in which interscholastic athletic
competition can take place;
E. Provide uniform standards for all schools to follow in maintaining athletic competition;
F. Serve as a deterrent to students who transfer schools for athletic reasons and to individuals who
recruit student-athletes;
G. Serve as a deterrent to students who transfer schools to avoid disciplinary action;
H. Maintain an ethical relationship between high school athletic programs and others who
demonstrate an interest in high school athletes;
I. Support the Principles of “Pursuing Victory with Honorsm.”
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Parent Support of the OLP Sports Program
The following suggestions for parents with sons or daughters involved in high school sports were
compiled by Tom Shanahan formerly of the San Diego Union Tribune. The suggestions were
compiled by Tom following discussions with coaches, administrators and sports experts.
1. Help the coach focus on coaching tasks by providing a supportive environment and
performing organizational jobs.
2. Encourage the coach to lay out expectations for athletes and parents at the beginning
of the season.
3. Value the coaches for their ability to influence the athletes, enjoyment of sports
rather than focusing on the win-loss record.
4. Continue to counsel your child about sports, but allow her to make more decisions on
her own as she gets older.
5. Allow the athlete to make her own decision to play or not to play, so that the athlete
does not feel the need to please her parents.
6. Do not bring a youth or club sports approach to high school level. High school sports
are different than club sports. The high school program is governed by a structure
already in place, the CIF program. CIF has many different policies than a club team.
7. Do not expect your daughter to play high school sports with the expectation of
obtaining a college scholarship.
8. Do not confuse a request to assist with the program as providing parents with the right
to determine coaching policy.
9. Do not expect the coach to be available constantly on the phone or in person.
10. Do not attempt to undermine a coach during the season. Voice your concerns to the
administrator at the end of the season.
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Parent and Fan Responsibilities
Parents’ Responsibilities
Parents are expected to encourage their daughter to perform to the best of their ability
both athletically and academically. They should be a source of support for the student and
the program in which they are participating.
Parents are role models for the students and representatives of OLP. As such, they are
expected to exemplify good attitudes by treating all players, coaches, fans, officials, and
other parents with respect and dignity. Parents must insist that students abide by rules
established by OLP, the coach and CIF.
Parents should be positive in support of their own team and recognize the achievements of
the opposing team. Vulgar or denigrating remarks are never appropriate. Parents should
allow their students to enjoy the benefits of competition, remembering that not everyone
can be the star, be on the first team, or have equal playing time.
Winning and losing must be kept in perspective. Co-curricular activities are primarily
designed for students to learn and have fun. Participants who do their best are to be
commended even if their best isn’t good enough to win.
Fans’ Responsibilities
OLP fans represent the school, whether at home or away events. They are expected to
support their team in a positive way and treat all participants and fans with respect and
dignity.
Attending a high school game is different from attending a professional contest. Fans’
behavior should reflect that difference. You are responsible for your behavior.
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General Information
A.
ADMISSION FEES
In keeping with the Academy’s philosophy that all co-curricular activities be accessible to as
many students as possible, the Department of Athletics chooses not impose additional
admission fees for home games. This policy is in effect for all regular season games held at
OLP. For play-off competition, the CIF San Diego Office regulates the fees and any
admission fees charged for play-off games are collected at the behest of CIF.
B.
CLEARANCE & ELIGIBILITY
Coaches should recognize and support the college preparatory nature of the Academy.
Student-athletes should be encouraged strongly to maintain grades well above the stated CIF
requirements. A major task and responsibility of a coach is to make certain that students
are properly cleared, that all paperwork is submitted and that students are eligible and
maintain their eligibility throughout the season. All students participating in athletics must
have and maintain a 2.0 grade point average in scholarship. Coaches are to collect the
signed CIF Athlete Eligibility Form (see Appendix) prior to the first day of try-outs. NO
STUDENT may try-out without a completed form. Additional information (residency,
transfers, etc.) needed to determine if eligibility is available must be obtained from the
Athletic Director.
Eligibility:
All students participating in the Interscholastic Sports program must maintain
at least a 2.0 academic average as stated by the rules of the California
Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and the San Diego City Conference.
Eligibility is determined depending on the season:
Fall - by the semester GPA of the June report card
Winter - by the GPA of the 1st quarter progress report
Spring - by the semester GPA of the January report card
Cumulative GPA is not a factor in determining eligibility.
If a student-athletes's GPA falls below 2.0, or if they receive an "F" in any
course
at the quarter or semester, she is removed from the team. She may not rejoin
the
team later in the season. Any student who receives one D may be removed
from
the team. She may not rejoin the team later in the season.
Placement on Disciplinary Probation will result in suspension from the team
during the period of probation.
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Students lose eligibility on the day immediately following the general
distribution
of report cards or progress reports.
OLP athletes are to complete only on their CIF team during their season of sport.
Simultaneously participating on a CIF team and a club team is in violation of CIF rules.
C.
DISMISSING AN ATHLETE FROM A TEAM
Dismissal from a team is the last action a coach should take in attempting to discipline a
student. Suspension, additional work, counseling, etc., are alternative ways of dealing with
discipline problems. The following reasons may warrant dismissal:
 Consistent absenteeism from practices or games/matches without a legitimate
excuse.
 Failure to follow the athletic code.
 Failure to maintain required academic standards.
 Insubordination to coaches or other school personnel.
 Major school infractions leading to suspension from school.
 Smoking in or out of uniform, use of drugs or alcoholic beverages.
 Unauthorized wearing of school uniform or use of school equipment.
 Use of obscene language and/or profanity.
 Violation of CIF or league rules governing eligibility (age, residence, etc.)
D.
EARNING A LETTER
Each coach sets appropriate criteria for lettering. The criteria may include, but is not
limited to, time played, games played, specific marks are matched, etc. The letter
recipient shall have contributed to the team in a positive manner, both off and on the
playing field. Each coach shall establish written criteria for lettering prior to the beginning
of each season. The Athletic Director shall approve all letter criteria for each sport. A copy
of lettering criteria shall be given to each athlete.
The athletic letter is awarded in the Head of School’s name at the conclusion of each
season. Each coach must prepare a list of team members who have lettered. This list is to
be received by the Athletic Director within one week of the season's completion. Team
managers are not eligible to earn an athletic letter.
Varsity, Junior Varsity and 9th Grade letters will be provided by the school and may be
obtained from the Athletic Director. The coach may present the letter to the athletes at an
informal end-of-the season celebration or the athletes may obtain their letter from the
Athletic Director.
Athletes who are moved from one team level to a higher team level will letter at the level
at which they spent the majority of the season. They also will be acknowledged on roster
lists on the team where they spent the majority of the season.
REPLACEMENT COST
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The following price list constitutes replacement cost for letters, awards, etc.
V Letter $15.00
Tri-Athlete Patch $10.00
JV Letter $15.00
Scholar Athlete Patch $15.00
9th Grade Letter $15.00
Inserts $ 2.00
Bars $ 2.00
Captain’s Star $ 2.00
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E.
EXPLANATION OF AWARDS
ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM
Junior and Senior athletes are recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune newspaper
for their excellence on the field and in the classroom. They have achieved at least a
cumulative 3.0 GPA and lettered at the Varsity level in their sport. This award is
presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
ALL-CITY CONFERENCE ACADEMIC TEAM
These Senior athletes are recognized for their cumulative GPA. Team members are
chosen from among all-city conference players and only the top ten scholar-athletes are
recognized. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors
Convocation.
ALL-LEAGUE TEAM
Coaches representing each league team select outstanding players from throughout the
league. The coaches also vote for the League Player of the Year.
ALL-CIF TEAM
Coaches representing each league conference throughout San Diego County select
athletes to be honored as All-CIF team members.
ALL-CIF SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD
These athletes are recognized by the San Diego Union-Tribune as being among the top
scholar-athletes throughout the county. Five girls from each CIF sport are chosen for
this honor. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
OLP TRI-ATHLETE AWARD
This award is given to OLP athletes who play in three sports during the year. This award
is presented at OLP’s CIF Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
OLP TRI-SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD
This award is given to OLP athletes who play in three sports during the year and
maintained a minimum 3.5 GPA each season. This award is presented at OLP’s CIF
Athletic Academic Honors Convocation.
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F.
EMERGENCY CARDS & PARENT PERMISSION
Students who wish to participate in athletics must have on file at the school a Parent
Permission Form and an Emergency Card that includes emergency contact information,
insurance information, and release for emergency treatment that is filled out
completely and signed by a parent or legal guardian. The Parent Permission and
Emergency Card should be dated to give the student-athlete permission to participate
for the entire season.
G.
FIRST AID & INJURIES
Student-athletes must report all injuries to their respective coaches or OLP athletic
trainer. Coaches will maintain a first aid kit, which is to be taken to all practices and
competitive events. All coaches are required to maintain current first aid and CPR/AED
certification.
For the health and safety of the student-athlete with any possible concussion or head
injury, all student-athletes and coaches MUST follow the OLP Concussion Protocol (see
Appendix) abiding by CIF Bylaw 313 stating: “Any student-athlete who is suspected of
sustaining a concussion or head injury in a practice or game shall be removed from
participation at that time for the remainder of the day. A student-athlete who has
been removed from play may not return to play until the athlete is evaluated by a
licensed health care provider trained in the evaluation and management of concussion
and receives written clearance to return to play from that health care provider”. The
OLP Concussion Return to Play Protocol (see Appendix) will be followed and managed by
the OLP Athletic Trainer for gradual progression to return to activity by the studentathlete.
H.
FUNDRAISING
The Academy holds two fundraisers each year: The Magazine Drive benefits the entire
school. The annual golf tournament exclusively benefits the Department of Athletics. It
is the policy of the school that no other fundraising activities be held. This means that
no parent will be asked for any donation or expected donation for any reason related to
the sports program. If a parent chooses to donate to the OLP Athletic Department, the
funds received will be used at the discretion of the Director of Athletics in consultation
with the coach.
I.
MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAM
All students participating in CIF sports are required to have a physical examination and
show proof of insurance coverage of which is in effect through the entire season before
they may try out for a team. It is the responsibility of the students to obtain a physical
at their own expense. Only one physical exam is needed per year, regardless of the
number of sports in which the student participates but must be dated less than one year
from the completion of the student-athletes competitive season. Once the physical
form is completed by the physician and turned into OLP, it is kept on file in the front
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office, and must contain the name and number of the health insurance coverage
maintained for the student by her parent or guardian.
J.
PARENT/COACHES MEETINGS
Parents and student-athletes are expected to attend a meeting with the coaches. This
meeting is held on campus in the evening at the beginning of each season. All forms
and fees are to be collected at this time. The Director of Athletics will provide a formal
overview of the Athletics Department and then coaches have the opportunity to meet
with their teams and parents.
K.
PARENT/COACH RELATIONSHIP
Both parenting and coaching are extremely difficult vocations. By establishing and
understanding each position, we are better able to accept the actions of the other and
provide a greater benefit to children. As parents, when your daughter becomes involved
in OLP programs, you have the right to understand what expectations are placed on
your daughter. This begins with clear communication from the coach of your daughter’s
program.
Communication you should expect from a Coach:
1. Philosophy of the coach.
2. Expectations and goals the coach has for the athlete as well as for the
team/season.
3. Location and times of all practices and contests.
4. Team requirements: special equipment, strength and conditioning programs,
etc.
5. Procedures to be followed if an injury occurs to your child during
participation.
6. Team rules, guidelines and consequences for infractions.
7. Award criteria.
Communication Coaches expect from Athletes/Parents:
1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach.
2. Notification of any schedule conflicts in advance.
3. Notification of illness or injury as soon as possible.
As your daughter becomes involved in the programs at Academy of Our Lady of Peace,
she will experience some of the most rewarding moments of her life. It is important to
understand that there are times things do not always go the way you or your child wish.
At these times, discussion with the coach is encouraged. It is the first and most integral
step to understanding and resolution.
Appropriate concerns to discuss with Coaches:
1. The treatment of your daughter.
2. Ways to help your daughter improve.
3. Concerns about your daughter’s behavior.
It is difficult to accept that your daughter may not be playing as much as you hope.
Coaches are professionals. They make judgment decisions based on what they believe to
be the best for all student-athletes involved. Certain things can be and should be
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discussed with your daughter’s coach. Other things, such as those listed below, must be
left to the discretion of the coach.
Issues not appropriate to discuss with Coaches:
1. Playing Time
2. Coaching Decisions
3. Team Strategy
4. Play Calling
5. Other Student-Athletes
There are situations that may require a conference between the coach and player or
coach and parent. These conferences are encouraged. It is important that all parties
involved have an understanding of the other’s position.
L.
PARTICIPATION FEE
Each athlete will be expected to pay $240.00 per sport. This fee will be collected at
the beginning of each season. An athlete who plays a third sport in one year will be
expected to pay $100.00. No athlete will be denied participation because of an inability
to pay this fee.
M.
PRACTICES
The Academy is a closed campus. No unscheduled practices may be held after-hours or
on weekends without explicit permission by the Head of School or Assistant Head of
School and the knowledge and approval of the Director of Athletics. Practice schedules
are to be prepared by the coaches for the athletes and their parents. Those schedules
are to include information concerning the date, time, location, and duration of the
practice. Also, following CIF Bylaw 506 – Practice Time Limitations, participation cannot
exceed more than 18 hours in 1 week and no more than 4 hours in 1day including any
practices, competitions, film sessions, weight training, or team meetings outside of
school hours.
Student-athletes and coaches are expected to maintain appropriate behavior, attitude
and language at all practices, as well as games.
Student-athletes are expected to be present at all practices and competitions, as set
out in the Student-Athlete Requirements and Expectations in this Handbook. An
unexcused absence from practice will result in a player not playing in the next game.
OLP adheres to all City Conference schedules, and as such, competitions may occur
during OLP vacations. OLP teams also may be involved in tournaments during vacations
and holiday weekends. Students and parents need to realize that an athlete’s absence
during that time may impact her playing time upon return and possibly, her ability to
letter.
In the event an absence due to a vacation/trip is unavoidable, the student-athlete must
contact the Head Coach no later than two weeks before the scheduled trip and be
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willing to assume the consequences related to team status and lettering. Multiple
absences from contests or practice could result in removal from the team for the
season.
N.
RECRUITMENT
Below is Rule #510 as listed in the CIF Green Book. It states that you cannot contact a
student regarding recruitment. If someone interested in attending OLP contacts you,
bring all information to the attention of the Director of Admissions.
CIF RULE #510: The use of undue influence by any person or persons to secure or retain
a student or to secure or retain one or both parents or guardians of a student as
residents may cause the student to be ineligible for high school athletics for a period of
one year and shall jeopardize the standing of the high school in the California
Interscholastic Federation.
NOTE: Undue influence is any act, gesture or communication (including accepting
material of financial inducement) to attend a CIF member school for the purpose of
engaging in CIF
Competition regardless of the source which is performed personally, or through
another, which may be objectively seen as an inducement, or part of a process of
inducing a student, or of his or her parent or guardian, by or on behalf of, a member
school to enroll in a particular school for athletic purposes.
O.
RELEASING STUDENTS FOR COMPETITIONS
Students should be advised that it is a privilege to be released from classes for athletic
events; they should not abuse it. Teams may be released between 1:30 and 2:00 PM on
game days depending upon the game time and location. It is required that all studentathletes complete or or make-up all missed work due to early dismissal.
P.
TEAM LOCKERS
The Director of Athletics will make available blocks of lockers for each athletic season.
This locker block is in the locker room with the P.E. Department lockers. Each player
will use the locker that is issued to her by her coach. A record of the locker,
combination of the lock, and serial number of the lock will be maintained by the coach.
Any player who loses a lock will be charged $10.00 for its replacement. No player may
share a locker with another player. No player will have cause to disclose her
combination to another player or to be in another player's locker. Any student-athlete
that violates these regulations will subject to disciplinary action.
Q.
TEAM ROSTER
In general the following guidelines are used for our teams:
9th Grade
This team is at a higher level than junior high competition, while
still emphasizing participation, skill development and team play.
Playing time will not necessarily be equal.
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Junior Varsity
Participation is important but the development of individual players
for varsity level competition is equally important. The best
individuals will start and play the majority of the time. Playing
time will not necessarily be equal.
Varsity
This level is for exceptional athletes with emphasis on discipline,
team play, and competition. The best individuals will start and
play; playing time will not necessarily be equal.
Players may be brought up to a higher level at the Head Coach’s discretion and with the
consent of the Athletic Director.
R.
TEAM TRAVEL
OLP sports teams do not travel out of the state for any competition. Any tournament
that is outside San Diego County is undertaken only with the permission of the Director
of Athletics in consultation with the Principal. Expenses and time commitments needed
to travel outside the county are factored into decisions regarding team travel beyond
San Diego County.
S.
TRANSFER RULE
All students-athletes that transfer into OLP at any point following their freshman year
whether at the beginning of the school year or mid-year MUST be cleared by the
Athletic Director prior to any participation. This is to ensure that all CIF procedures are
followed appropriately to review the student-athletes eligibility to participate.
T.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation to and from competitions is usually in private cars driven by students or
parents. Transportation permission slips must be kept on file by the coach and must be
signed by both the student and her parents or guardians before any traveling takes
place.
Instructions to parents/guardians and students who use their cars or other vehicles to
transport students on field trips, or to and from school events, including athletics:
1.
Have a valid driver's license.
2.
Ensure that the vehicle is safe. A safety check of the tires, brakes, lights, horn,
suspension, etc. is recommended.
3.
Check the adequacy of your liability insurance. You are liable in the event of
illness, accident, injury or death resulting from such use of your vehicle. State
laws direct that "all persons making any field trip or excursion shall be deemed to
have waived all claims against the district (its employees) or the State of California
for injury, accident, illness or death occurring during or by reason of the field trip
or excursion" (ED. Code 35330).
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4.
Carry no more passengers than the number for which your vehicle was designed.
Each passenger is required to be seated in seats installed by the vehicle's
manufacturer and to use a safety belt.
5.
The number of passengers, including the driver, may not exceed eight (Ed. Code
39830).
6.
Travel caravan style if more than one vehicle is used.
7.
Motorhomes may NOT be used to transport students. Motortrucks and pickups may
NOT transport more persons than can safely sit in the passenger compartment. (No
more than 3 passengers in the front seat on any vehicle.) Students are expressly
forbidden to ride in the cargo areas of pickups and motortrucks whether or not
those areas are enclosed with camper shells or other protective covering (Ed. Code
39830).
8.
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It is recommended strongly that coaches not transport any athlete/athletes in
coaches’ personal vehicle.
U.
TRYOUT POLICY PROCEDURES & TEAM SIZE
The OLP athletic department is sensitive to the needs of the athletes during the tryout
period. It is the school’s desire to see that, as many student athletes as possible are
involved in the program during the athletic season. Unfortunately, due to facility space,
equipment limitations, time constraints, and additional factors, limitations are placed
on sizes of teams for each sport.
Choosing the members of the various athletic teams is the responsibility of the coaching
staff.
Before tryouts begin, coaches shall provide team information to all candidates and
parents of the candidates. Such information shall include:
a.
Length of tryout period.
b.
Objectives used to select the members of the team.
c.
Number of team members that will be selected and criteria involved in
selection - positions needed, etc.
d.
Distribution of practice and competition schedule. The coach will explain
the commitment necessary to join team.
e.
Clear notification that tryouts are based on the performance during the
selection period. Tryouts are not based on summer participation or
coaching camps that the athletes participated in previous to selections.
JV and 9th grade coaches will follow the criteria for selection that has been established
by the Varsity head coach for the particular sport. Varsity head coaches will be
involved in the JV and 9th grade level selections to aid the lower level coaches.
When lowering the numbers on teams becomes a necessity, a coach will provide the
following opportunities for each player:
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a.
b.
c.
Lists or rosters of team membership will not be posted. Each coach will
meet with each candidate individually to discuss strengths, weaknesses,
and squad membership or reason for non-membership.
The coach will discuss options or alternatives for those individuals who do
not make the team. Such alternatives could include participation in the
student activities program or a manager position on the team.
Each athlete must have had an opportunity to perform in at least one
intra- squad competition during tryouts.
Once team rosters are in place, coaches/directors have the right to expect athletes to
begin participation on the first officially scheduled day of in-season practice.
Appropriate penalties may result from non-compliance. Students are expected to attend
scheduled competitions/performances during holidays. The coach should clearly state
this policy in published team/organization guidelines and rules.
a. No practices or competitions are to be scheduled on Sundays or on the
following holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New
Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Easter or Good Friday. Students may observe
their own religious days holidays without penalty.
Team sizes are to adhere to the following numbers. Any exceptions to this guideline are
made only after consultation with the Athletic Director. No team roster is to be posted
or announced until the Athletic Director has approved the coaches’ choices. This
number does not include managers, statisticians, etc.
Fall Sports:
Cross Country
Varsity Golf
JV Golf
JV Tennis
Varsity Tennis
45-55
9th Grade Volleyball
45-55
JV Volleyball
Varsity Volleyball
V.
45-55
7-10
12-14
12-14
Winter Sports:
9th Grade Basketball
JV Basketball
Varsity Basketball
9th Grade Soccer
12-14
JV Soccer
12-14
12-14
12-14
16-18
12-14
Varsity Soccer
16-18
Spring Sports:
JV Gymnastics
Varsity Gymnastics
JV Softball
Varsity Softball
16-18
Swim
14-16
10-12
12-14
12-14
Track
12-14
12-14
UNIFORM DEPOSIT
Students are financially responsible for all equipment issued to them. All equipment is
to be returned within five days of the last contest or meeting, clean and in good
condition. School furnished equipment/uniforms are to be worn only for contests and
practice. The uniform deposit fee is designed to ensure the timely return of all
uniforms, bags, equipment, etc., issued to each athlete. This deposit, $150, will be
held during the season of sport but it will not be cashed. If, at the conclusion of the
season, the uniform and equipment are received, and are in reusable condition, the
check will be mailed home to the parent/guardian. There are no exceptions to this
policy.
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W.
WEIGHT ROOM & RULES
The weight room is to be used by athletes only under the supervision of a coach or other
qualified adult designated by the Head of School or Director of Athletics. Use of the
room is limited to the time during which the team is scheduled to practice. Any
exceptions to the policy must be approved either by the Head of School or the Director
of Athletics. Upon completion of all activity in the weight room, the supervisor is
responsible for securing the room.
All students and faculty using the weight room must be thoroughly familiar with the
proper care of the equipment. Optimum instruction will be given on personal safety
while using the equipment. All students using the weight room must be attired in
athletic styled clothes and must wear tennis shoes (only rubber sole shoes are allowed
while working with the equipment). All students using the weight room must have a
signed permission slip on file.
When arriving at the weight room, each individual must check in with the supervisor
before beginning any activity. The supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that each
individual in the weight room is familiar with safety instructions and proper use of
equipment.
When finished in the weight room, break down all weights and return them to the racks.
Pick up any trash or personal items before securing room.
OLP WEIGHT ROOM RULES:
I.
PROPER DRESS: T-Shirt, gym shorts, socks, athletic shoes (closed
toes - NO sports sandals)
II.
NO HORSEPLAY
III.
WARM UP PROPERLY
IV.
NO ONE MAY BE ALONE WHEN USING THE WEIGHT ROOM
V.
NEVER INTERFERE WITH SOMEONE WHO IS LIFTING
VI.
MAKE SURE WEIGHT COLLARS ARE SNUG BEFORE LIFTING WEIGHTED
BARS
VII. RE-RACK YOUR WEIGHTS AFTER USE
VIII. NEVER LIFT WITHOUT A SPOTTER. SPOTTERS MUST CONCENTRSTE
ON THE LIFTER.
IX.
KEEP WEIGHT ROOM CLEAN. NO FOOD OR SODAS/JUICE ALLOWED
(WATER IS OK).
X.
PROTECT YOUR BACK!
 Use lifting belt when engaged in heavy lifting.
 Head up, buttocks down, spread chest, lock lower back and
bend knees.
XI.
HELP AND ENCOURAGE OTHERS
SECTION II
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Coaching Certification
The State of California Legislature has mandated that all coaches who have contact
with minors be certified. The California State CIF by-laws delineate the required
coursework to be completed. The certification areas covered include the following:
a. Care and prevention of sports injuries
b. Coaching techniques
c. Rules and regulations of the sports being coached
d. Child or adolescent psychology
e. Concussion awareness
This certification may be obtained through an eight-hour in-class course, an on-line
course or a hybrid course consisting of both in-class instruction and on-line instruction.
Coaches who have passed the class known as the CIF/ASEP course do not have to retake
the newly required class. Coaches are certified for life with the former class.
Also, as with all employees at OLP, coaches have had a background check with LifeScan
results on file and have attended a mandatory sexual harassment seminar.
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
VARSITY, JUNIOR VARSITY, AND NINTH GRADE COACHES
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JOB DESCRIPTION: The athletic coach has a unique relationship to the students.
The coach must be able to deal with and encourage the individual to greater
levels of participation and skill. At the same time, the coach must constantly
work with the group to develop team spirit, cooperation and fair play. The
coach models sportsmanship and competition. The coach is an exemplary model
of ethics and moral behavior.
REPORTS TO:
Athletic Director
DUTIES:
1. Attends all meetings scheduled by the Athletic Director, Head of School, Conference
Officials, and CIF officials.
2. Checks to see that all players have physicals, student contracts, medical releases,
and student-parent permission forms.
3. Clears all scheduling and arrangements for athletic events and facilities through the
Athletic Director. (This includes practice schedules.)
4. Confirms scheduled games with Athletic Director.
5. Conforms to all school, league, conference, and CIF policies.
6. Consults with the Athletic Director about any difficulties concerning athletics or
athletes as they relate to the school, community, etc.
7. Discusses activities involving team or individual athletes with Athletic Director prior
to activity or event.
8. Ensures that all members of the team are appropriately dressed for practices and
games.
9. Encourages participation of parents in school activities.
10. Establishes a system or style of play for his/her entire program that is compatible
with, and supportive of, the school philosophy.
11. Is responsible for the actions and conduct of the team whenever they are under
his/her jurisdiction.
12. Issues and collects all athletic equipment; conducts both pre-season inventory and
post-season inventory.
13. Maintains up to date team season records, gives a copy to the Athletic Director at
the conclusion of the season with overall, as well as league record. (Scores are to
be turned in the day after an event - except for Friday or Saturday competition,
which will be turned in on Monday.)
14. Monitors the conduct of players off the court or field during the season of the sport.
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15. Orders equipment through Athletic Director.
16. Prepares lettering policy in writing. This policy is given to the Athletic Director and
each team member.
17. Organizes practice sessions and submits practice schedules/calendars to Athletic
Director.
18. Properly secures all facilities used (including locker room) and puts away all
equipment used.
19. Provides for both team and individual stats; provides the Athletic Director with stats
at the end of the season.
20. Provides for pre-game and post-game publicity, channeled through either the
Director of Athletics or the Development Office.
21. Reports all injuries to the Athletic Director for proper insurance forms and records.
22. Reports problems with equipment or athletic facilities to the Athletic Director.
23. Sets an example for players at all times in regard to adherence to rules, conduct
toward officials, attitude toward opponents, etc.
24. Submits names of letter recipients, award recipients, final roster, etc., to the
Athletic Director at the conclusion of the season.
25. Submits inventory and budget proposals when requested.
26. Supervises the locker rooms (female faculty member if coach is male) and playing
areas.
27. Supports other coaches and other sports programs in the school.
28. Turns in an accurate team roster to the Director of Athletics a week after the first
day of practice. The head coach must also report any changes made to the roster as
soon as they occur.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Duration of CIF season
REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
Valid CPR/ 1st Aid Certification
Principles of Coaching Class Certification
Current TB Test
Concussion Class Certification
Sexual harassment Course Certification
Valid LIVESCAN Report
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JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Academic Qualifications:
The Athletic Director must have a background in secondary schools, and minimum of a
Bachelor’s Degree. She/he must hold a valid teaching credential and/or administrative
credential. She/he must be a member of the site coaching staff or have a background in
coaching and a varied knowledge of sports. Certification from the NIAAA is recommended.
Reports To:
The Head of School
Over view of the Position:
The Director of Athletics is charged with directing and overseeing the CIF sports program and
the Club sports program in a manner that affords the individual student-athlete the dignity and
respect that is inherent within the Academy’s mission and philosophy and within the Athletic
Department. The Athletic Director is an educational leader who is tasked with clarifying the
school’s mission and values and how the mission and values are incorporated into the athletic
program. The Athletic Director is charged with conducting an ethically run program, instilling
sportsmanship qualities in coaches, student-athletes and all spectators. It is expected that
the Director of Athletics will comport him/herself with integrity, honesty and with a
commitment to engender those qualities within all members of the Athletic Department.
Supervises:
The coaching staff in developing and maintaining an athletic program that complements the
goals, mission, and philosophy of the school and is an integral component of the educational
program of the Academy.
Duties:
The responsibilities of the Director of Athletics shall include, but are not limited to the
following:
A. General Administration:
The Athletic Director is responsible for the effective operation of the interscholastic
Athletic Department, Club sports and summer sports camps, as implemented within the
philosophical framework of the Academy. She/he provides appropriate direction for the
CIF sports program.
a) Carries out the school policies and revises athletic policies when needed.
b) Completes all forms requested by CIF and the City Conference.
c) Confirms that all coaches have valid TB tests, current CPR cards, First Aid cards, W-4,
and fingerprints on file, and have obtained Live Scan testing, and any other legal
necessities.
d) Cooperates with OLP administration and staff in managing the athletic facilities.
e) Coordinates the interviewing/ hiring process
f) Coordinates the supervision of all the coaches.
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Establishes and supervises the athletic awards system.
Is proactive in ascertaining future needs or trends in interscholastic athletics.
Is the official representative of the school to the State CIF, CIFSDS, and City Conference.
Maintains an awareness of current legal issues pertaining to interscholastic athletics.
Maintains membership in CASADA, NIAAA, HSSA, and any other appropriate professional
organizations.
Plans and schedules all games and related activities.
Prepares all coaches’ mailings.
Prepares all coaching contracts.
Requisitions and allocates equipment and supplies within the scope of the budget.
Schedules outside transportation as needed
Serves on any City Conference or CIF committees as requested/required
Performs other such tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Head of School
may from time to time delegate.
Specific Administrative Tasks:
Annually revises all Department-related forms.
Annually revises the Coaches’ Handbook.
Annually revises the Parent-Athlete Handbook.
Coordinates all summer sports camps with the appropriate OLP coaches.
Coordinates and administers the master Holy Family Event Center calendar with the
school master schedule.
Coordinates use of the weight room.
Directs the purchase and distribution of equipment, uniforms, and supplies for all
approved teams.
Distribute completed team rosters and schedule to the OLP community and other
appropriate sources.
Establishes and follows established yearly plans for replacement of uniforms and
equipment.
In consultation with the Counseling Department assists students with the NCAA Clearing
House process.
In consultation with the Counseling Department assists students with the recruiting
process.
Is responsible for ticket sales and game workers at appropriate home contests.
Maintains inventories of supplies and equipment, uniforms, and supplies for all approved
teams.
Pays all faculty supervisors.
Pays all home game officials.
Prepares an annual budget in consultation with the coaches and CFO.
Prepares the coordination of map directions to all CIFSDS schools.
Sees that all damaged equipment is repaired. The Athletic Director may delegate this
responsibility to coaches.
C. Facility Responsibilities:
a) Checks that all coaches properly supervise facilities.
b) Coordinates all safety checks on all equipment and facilities.
c) Coordinates faculty supervision calendar for all home games and play-off games.
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d) Determines that the facilities and equipment are usable and that routine
maintenance is performed.
e) Secures and makes rental agreements for all off-campus facilities and makes sure
that they are usable.
f) Updates all emergency plans related to athletes and the Event Center.
D. Financial Responsibilities:
a. Establishes and collects all athletic fees.
b. Pays all officials, tournament fees, equipment, fields, and coaches’ bills.
c. Pays all transportation bills
d. Prepares all appropriate paperwork regarding funds raised for cancer research
through “Dig Pink” volleyball game (Side Out Foundation) and “Blow the Whistle on
Cancer” basketball (Jimmy V Foundation)
e. Prepares and signs all necessary game and tournament contracts.
f. Signs and processes all check requests and purchase orders.
E. Medical Responsibilities:
a. Provides accident/ injury reports when needed.
b. Provides adequate first aid supplies.
c. Verifies that students have a current physical and emergency medical release and
possible injury warning.
F. Academic Eligibility:
a. Checks student’s eligibility, both academic and discipline.
b. Informs the coaching staff of those athletes who are ineligible for athletic participation
due to failure to meet designates GPA standard or disciplinary issues.
G. Supervision:
a. Apprises the Head of School of departmental challenges and achievements.
b. Assists coaches in their handling of day-to-day logistics of planning practices,
teaching skills and strategy of their sport, and in handling each athlete as a person.
c. Continuously evaluates the performance of coaches and teams.
d. Encourages and provides leadership in professional growth areas and in-service
opportunities.
e. Establishes guidelines for coaches and players concerning moral conduct, attitudes
and discipline.
f. Provides leadership in coaching knowledge and techniques for all sports.
H. Supervisory Task:
a. Conducts coaches meetings each year.
b. Develops in-service training sessions for coaches.
c. Gathers and makes available instructional materials for the coaching staff.
d. Observes and evaluates coaches regularly, both during games and practices.
e. Stimulates professional growth by challenging the coaching staff to participate in
outside activities in the community.
I. Inspiration:
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a. Formulates and articulates a Catholic philosophy of athletics.
b. Helps coaches, players, and fans to see the role of sportsmanship as a valuable part
of the athletic program.
c. Provides goals and objectives for coaches that further the educational mission of the
school.
d. Publicizes the CIF Ethics in Sports and Pillars of Victory guidelines.
J. Communication and Promotion:
a. Assists athletes in obtaining academic and athletic scholarships.
b. Coordinates all media personnel on campus.
c. Coordinates and writes monthly newsletter articles.
d. Directs coaches in reporting results and accomplishments of the teams to
appropriate personnel.
e. Distributes all appropriate press releases to the media.
f. Educates and stimulates interest among students and parents for the program
(assemblies and pep rallies).
g. Effectively stimulates interest of parents and students.
h. Maintains appropriate liaisons with San Diego Community.
i. Meets each season with all parents and team members.
j. Prepares all programs for the thrice Annual Recognition Nights and coordinates and
conducts the evening’s agenda.
k. Prepares the program and coordinates all aspects of the yearly Athletic Academic
Honors Convocation.
l. Prints and distributes schedules of all games.
m. Responds to all queries of athletes and parents concerning the sports program.
K. Supervisory Task:
a. Conducts coaches meetings each year.
b. Develops in-service training sessions for coaches.
c. Gathers and makes available instructional materials for the coaching staff.
d. Observes and evaluates coaches regularly, both during games and practices.
e. Stimulates professional growth by challenging the coaching staff to participate in
outside
activities in the community.
L. Communication and Promotion:
a. Assists athletes in obtaining academic and athletic scholarships.
b. Coordinates all media personnel on campus.
c. Coordinates and writes monthly newsletter articles.
d. Directs coaches in reporting results and accomplishments of the teams to appropriate
personnel.
e. Distributes all appropriate press releases to the media in consultation with Director of
Public Relations.
f. Effectively educates and stimulates interest among students and parents for the sports
program (assemblies, pep rallies, workshops, etc.).
g. Maintains appropriate liaisons with the San Diego Community.
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h. Meets each season with all parents and team members.
i. Prepares all programs for the thrice Annual Recognition Nights and coordinates and
conducts the evening’s agenda.
j. Prepares the program and coordinates all aspects of the yearly Athletic Academic
Honors Convocation.
k. Prints and distributes schedules of all games.
l. Responds to all queries of athletes and parents concerning the sports program.
Coaches’ Profiles
COACH:
Mr. Tom Angioletti
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Softball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: All Hallows High School – Baseball & Football
COLLEGE:
Upsala College – Baseball
OTHER:
Baseball & Softball at various levels in Police and Industrial Leagues
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2009 – Present: Head Coach, Varsity Softball – OLP
Assistant Head Coach, Varsity Softball – Cathedral Catholic H.S.
Assistant Defensive Coach, Freshmen Football – Cathedral Catholic H.S.
Head Coach, Freshmen Softball – Torrey Pines High School
Volunteer Assistant Coach, Varsity Softball – San Diego High School
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Coached various youth teams in softball, baseball and football. Retired from Federal Law
Enforcement and retired from teaching at Fullerton College.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports provides us with numerous benefits and learning opportunities that we are able to
transfer to our daily lives both at work and school. The physical benefits, social skills,
development of self-esteem, as well as leadership qualities and concept of teamwork are
only a few of the values that sports add to our personal development. The concept of
“victory” is also an excellent reward for our efforts, but even if we go down in defeat the
benefit derived in knowing we did our best is just as important.
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COACH:
Ms. Darice Carnaje
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Tennis Head Coach
Varsity Basketball Head Coach
Junior Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
Junior Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
Junior Varsity Tennis Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 years Varsity Tennis – Mt. Miguel HS
4 years Varsity Basketball – Mt. Miguel HS
OTHER: 2007- Won Intersectional Championship (National Clay Tournament)
3rd National Hardcourt Open (Womens Doubles)
2006- Won Intersectional Championship (National Hardcourt Tourn.)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Tennis at La Mesa Recreation Center- 5 years
Tennis Camps at University of San Diego
Ed Collins Tennis Camps
Basketball at OLP- 15 years
Tennis at OLP- 14 years
Softball at OLP- 6 years
San Diego Parochial Athletic League
Point Loma Rec Basketball League
Tennis Professional at Barnes Tennis Center and Peninsula Tennis Club
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Games are won at practice.
COACH:
Ms. Sydney D’Angelo
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 1 year Freshman Basketball- OLP
3 years Varsity Basketball- OLP
COLLEGE:
2 years Basketball – Grossmont College
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2 years, Varsity Assistant Coach - OLP
5 years, JV Basketball Assistant Coach- OLP
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7th & 8th Grade Basketball Coach- Our Lady of Perpetual Help
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
California Commission on Community College Athletics, Student Athlete of the Year –
Grossmont College
2010 Student Athlete of the Year – Grossmont College
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
By participating in a sport, an athlete is expressing a love for the game and a desire to
improve oneself athletically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. It is a coach’s
responsibility to aid in this improvement. I hope to help athletes in their efforts to learn
and grow.
COACH:
Ms. Rebecca Floyd
SPORT COACHED:
Gymnastics Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Kearny High School
COLLEGE:
Mesa Community College
OTHER:
Gymnastics- 35 years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Coaching since age 10 at Olympic Gold Gymnastics
Coach – All Stars, YMCA, and San Diego School of Gymnastics
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
29 years of Gymnastics Coaching Experience
OLP coach since 2007
Currently run Toby Wells YMCA gymnastics center
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I strive to pass on all I’ve learned from the sport of gymnastics
COACH:
Ms. Natalie Garrett
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: USDHS/CCHS Varsity Softball – 4yrs
COLLEGE:
San Diego City College – 2yrs
OTHER:
Softball participation since age of 8
Club Softball participation since age of 14
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2010-present
OLP Varsity Softball Assistant Coach
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
unless you
My philosophy of sports is to give it your all. You never know what you are able to do
try your hardest. I believe sportsmanship involves treating the other coaches and
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players with
respect; fellow teammates as well as the opposing team. For me,
winning can be described in this
quote by Vince Lombardi, “Winning is not everything, but
wanting to win is.”
COACH:
Mr. Aaron Gonzalez
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Golf Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: 4 years Football
4 years Baseball
2 years Soccer
OTHER:
Baseball, Soccer, & Tournament Golf
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2011 & 2012 City Conference Coach of the Year
2006 – Present OLP Varsity Golf Coach (Eastern League Champions- 2006, 2007, 2008,
2010;
At large berth CIF 2009 #9 in county)
Boys & Girls Club of Chula Vista Indoor Soccer – Head Coach
Lucky Waller Little League Baseball – Assistant Coach
St. John of the Cross Catholic School – Football Assistant Coach, Boy’s Soccer Head Coach
&
Girls’ Soccer Head Coach (Regular Season Champions ‘05)
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
A.Y.S.O. — Referee
Boy’s & Girl’s Club of Chula Vista Indoor Soccer – Referee
County of San Diego Juvenile Hall – Student Worker
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Work hard, be nice.
COACH:
Ms. Elise Hennrikus
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Soccer Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Clovis West High School: 4yr Varsity Cross Country, Soccer, and
Track & Field
Club Soccer:
Clovis United, CCH, Odyssey, Bullard
COLLEGE:
Assumption College:
Varsity Soccer, 4 yrs.
OTHER: Semi-Pro Indoor Women’s Soccer League, Elk Grove, CA
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Co-ed Indoor Soccer League, Co-ed Outdoor Soccer League,
Sacramento Marathon, San Francisco Half Marathon, USA
Athletes International (Soccer in Italy & Australia)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2010-present JV Soccer Head Coach at OLP
2005-2008, 2012
Soccer Dynamics (HS Girls Soccer) – Barnstead, NH
2005-2007
Swim Instructor (ages 5-12) – Coronado, CA & Fresno, CA
U10 Girls Soccer Coach – Fresno, CA
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
My philosophy as a coach is to help student athletes grown and mature. The learning of
soccer skills is reinforced with positive values, having fun, and good sportsmanship. I
strive to instill the qualities of dedication, determination, and good teamwork at every
practice and game. Personal goal setting and team goal setting are blended to produce a
successful season. We will be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.
COACH:
Mr. Peter Johnson
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach
Junior Varsity Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Foothill High School – 3 year Varsity Boys Volleyball
COLLEGE:
-2 year Team Captain
-3 year 1st Team All-League Sea View
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Balboa Bay Volleyball Club
Beach + Bay Volleyball Club
Coast Boys Volleyball Club
Bronze Medal with 18’s team at 2013 Jr. Olimpics
9th overall with 17’s team at 2013 Jr. Olimpics
Francis Parker Boys Volleyball
2014 D4 CIF Champs, D3 SoCal Regional Champs
COACH:
Mr. Dan Keays
SPORT COACHED:
Cross Country Head Coach
Track & Field Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Track – St. Augustine High School
Baseball – St. Augustine High School
COLLEGE:
SDSU – Intramural Baseball
COACHING BACKGROUND:
St. Patrick’s Elementary School – 10 years
North Park Youth Track Club
Personal trainer for nationally ranked tri-athletes
23 years at OLP
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
High school sports provide us with a unique opportunity to prepare for life’s challenges.
Young athletes learn the value of physical fitness, setting and achieving personal goals,
respect for authority, teammates, and opponents, and self-confidence.
COACH:
Mr. Jeff Kirschbaum
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Golf Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Mankato Loyola Golf Team – 4 years Varsity
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2013
2012
2009 - Present
2005-2006
Track & Field Varsity Throwers Coach
OLP Volleyball JV Head Coach
Coach, Junior Varsity Golf – OLP
JV Basketball Coach – Cardinal Newman HS, West Palm Beach, FL
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
High School Teacher for 10 years. Currently teaching in Religious Studies Dept. at OLP.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I view team sports as a tool for teaching youth valuable lessons in life, such as etiquette,
integrity, teamwork, goal-setting, problem-solving, self-analysis, etc. I believe sports
provide a venue for youth to learn numerous life lessons while having fun and living a
healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.
COACH:
Mr. John Kitchingham
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Golf Assistant Coach
Junior Varsity Golf Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
COLLEGE:
2 years, Varsity Golf – San Diego City College
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OTHER: Golf Professional – Stardust Country Club
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2 years – Assistant Professional and Teaching Professional at Stardust Country Club, San
Diego
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Golf teaches honor and respect for the game. This translates into qualities that are the
essence of good citizenship and ethics in all walks of life.
COACH:
Ms. Krystine Cuaresma Krutchin
SPORT COACHED:
Cross Country Assistant Coach
Track & Field Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP – Cross Country, Soccer and Track & Field
OLP Rookie of the Year & OLP Most Athletic
MVP Cross Country, Soccer and Track & Field
4 yr Varsity Tri-Scholar Athlete
COLLEGE:
Cal State University, San Marcos
OTHER:
Cross Country, Soccer, Track
COACHING BACKGROUND:
OLP – 2 years Track, 1 year Cross Country
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Boot Camp Instructor, Personal Trainer, Certified Yoga Instructor
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports bring people together despite athleticism. Its about the love of the game,
competition,
atmosphere, the friends wade, the physical changes through exercise,
and creating good life style
choices that last forever. Playing sports provides confidence,
teamwork, and leadership.
COACH:
Mrs. Stacy Lewis
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Volleyball Head Coach
Track Assistant Coach
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SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Central Catholic – Volleyball, Basketball, Track & Field
Gresham – Volleyball, Track & Field
COLLEGE:
Grossmont College – Volleyball 2 years
Mesa College – Track & Field
OTHER:
Club Volleyball – 6 yrs.
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2011-present OLP JV Volleyball Head Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach
2008-2011 La Jolla High School – Volleyball and Track & Field
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Physical Education Teacher
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
The fundamentals and life skills that I teach these athletes will undoubtedly carry over to
their future. I believe that: “You reap what you sow” and will lead by example as we
journey through this season together.
COACH:
Ms. Ariel Valerio-Meek
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Basketball, 4 years – OLP Varsity Letterwoman
COLLEGE:
Basketball, 2 years – Grossmont College
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2009-Present Assistant Coach, Basketball- OLP
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
YMCA sports instructor for ages 3-14
Pee Wee Basketball Coach
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
*Success shouldn’t be measured exclusively on one’s number of wins. Hard work,
determination, and heart play huge roles in how successful and athlete is. It is important
that we are always courteous to our opponents because having great sportsmanship
carries over into real life. It is also important to be fundamentally sound in sport and not
focus on being “flashy” like professional athletes.
*Training is the opposite of hoping. *Hard work and heart are the driving forces to
success.
COACH:
Ms. Amanda Miles
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Volleyball Head Coach & Sand Volleyball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Volleyball – Sheldon HS – Varsity 4 years
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League MVP, 1st Team All-State
League Champions all 4 years
COLLEGE:
Volleyball – Idaho State University (NCAA Div.I), 2 yrs
Volleyball – Point Loma Nazarene University (NAIA), 2 yrs
OTHER: AAA ranking Beach Volleyball – 6 years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Solana Beach Volleyball Club – Associate Coaching Director, 4yrs
Francis Parker High School – Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach, 1yr
Beach & Bay Volleyball Club – Assistant Director, 3yrs
OLP Girls Varsity Volleyball – Head Coach, 3yrs
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Mentor for SD Hall of Champions
Champion Sports Corp Leadership Program
Volunteering for the Hall of Cshampions in the Champion Sports Corp. Program
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
In the great words of John Wooden, success is “peace of mind, attained only through selfsatisfaction in knowing you made the effort to do the best you are capable.” I believe in
coaching each player and the whole player. This means inspiring them to achieve success
in the gym and leading them to success outside the gym. I believe that without hard
work and enthusiasm a team cannot achieve their goals and I aim to be a model and
create that culture.
COACH:
Mr. Carey Miller
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Basketball, Football- Los Angeles HS
4 year Varsity Player & 3 year Starter - Basketball
COLLEGE:
Basketball – West Virginia University Institute of Technology
& Los Angeles City College
OTHER:
Basketball, Football
FBA Basketball, ABA
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2012- Present
2009-2012
2010-present
2006-2008
2006-2009
2008-2009
OLP Head JV Coach
OLP Head Freshman Coach
E.B.O. AAV Girl’s Basketball
Men’s JV Basketball Head Coach – WVU-Tech
Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach – WVU-Tech
Women’s Basketball Special Assistant to Head Coach – WVU-Tech
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
2006-2009
Men’s & Women’s Basketball Player Development Coach – WVU-Tech
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Be true to yourself, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art. A person must
be interested in finding the best way, not in having his/her own way. Teamwork is not a
preference, it’s a requirement, play to have fun. Ability may get you to the top, but it takes
character to keep you there.
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A coach is a teacher that teaches good sportsmanship, great work ethic, dedication, and most
importantly, the importance of academics. To help develop skills to maximize potential in each
and every player from the first to last.
COACH:
Tim Paluso
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Varsity Golf 4 years – Point Loma High School
OTHER:
Club Soccer 6 years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
OLP Girls Soccer – Freshman Assistant Coach, 2years
Boys Soccer (7th/8th Grade) – Head Coach at St. Charles Borromeo, 5years
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe sports are very important for today’s youth. It teaches them how to be
competitive and fight through adversity. Being able to balance academics while
competing at a high level on the field should not be understated. There are a lot of
different definitions of what it means to win, and as winning is important, it is more
important to compete in a healthy and moral manner.
COACH:
Mr. Macaine Piercy
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach & Sand Volleyball Assistant
Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Valley Christian High School – 4yr Varsity Volleyball (CIF
MVP/Champion)
3yr Varsity Soccer
COLLEGE:
Point Loma Nazarene University – Soccer & Volleyball
OTHER:
Professional Soccer – MLS with Brazil/Guatemala
Beach Volleyball
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Point Loma High School – Soccer
Valley Christian High School – Volleyball
Vanguard University - Volleyball
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes – UCLA Camp Coach
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
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a team
develops
Coaching is about developing a player into a winner and an adult. Seeing a player work in
setting to achieve their goals is so rewarding. Dealing with hardships and persevering
athletes in sports and in their lives.
COACH:
Mr. Rolan Reyes
SPORT COACHED:
Track & Field Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: St. Augustine High School – 4 years Football and Track & Field
COLLEGE:
San Diego State University
OTHER:
San Diego State University Intramurals, 5 years
San Diego Flag Football League, 9+ years
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2003 — Present
OLP & Saints Jump Coach – coached several school record holders
1999 — 2002
St. Augustine High School – Track & Field and CIF finalists
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Started & coached women’s flag football within a student organization at SDSU.
Worked at the SDSU Fitness Clinic training clients in exercise and rehabilitation.
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe sports are a valuable tool in enhancing one’s life. Many useful skills, not just
physical, can be developed and learned through sports. I believe that sports should be
challenging and fun. Of course, winning is fun, but if you can learn to lose and still have
fun, then that will make you a better athlete and person.
COACH:
Ms. Nicole Salem
SPORT COACHED:
Freshman Basketball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Basketball Varsity 3yrs/Freshman 1yr – OLP
Tennis Varsity 2yrs/JV 2yrs – OLP
OTHER:
SDSU Arc Rec League – 4 years Basketball
YMCA Rec Leagues
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2007-Present 9th Grade Basketball Assistant Coach – OLP
Volunteer Basketball Coach – Santa Sophia Academy & Our Lady of Grace
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
High School sports are an excellent opportunity for student to learn the fundamentals of
games and compete at high levels. I believe it teaches students time management skills,
dedication, diligence, and other life skills. Most importantly, it allows students to be a
part of a team. These experiences will carry on into the student’s life.
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COACH:
Mrs. Lois Sczepaniak
SPORT COACHED:
Tennis Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL:
Tennis – Hoover HS
Girls Athletic Association – Intermural Sports
Tennis – Cuyamaca Junior College
World Team Tennis & Women’s League Tennis
COLLEGE:
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
7 yrs. Assistant Coach – OLP
2 yrs. Junior Varsity Coach – Helix Charter High School
3 yrs. Varsity Coach – Helix Charter High School
14 yrs. Teaching – East County Tennis Association
14 yrs. Spring Valley Recreation Center Tennis Teacher
Junior Team Tennis – San Diego
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
AS in Exercise Science – Cuyamaca Jr. College
USPTA and USPTR certified
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sports are about having fun while learning new skills and increasing one’s endurance,
strength, flexibility, etc. Competition challenges one to persevere and put forth her best
effort improving skills and ability and developing self-discipline and character..
COACH:
Mr. Kevin Soares
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Soccer Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL:
COLLEGE:
Soccer – Point Loma High School – MVP Senior Year
Soccer – Mesa College
Soccer – San Francisco State University – All-California
Collegiate Athletic Association Honorable
Mention
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Boys Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach – Point Loma High School
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Fitness Instructor – Point Loma Naval Base Gym
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Sport teaches discipline emphasizing the importance of teamwork, good sportsmanship
and striving for goals, overcoming adversity, working hard, dedication, and most
important, having fun! Sportsmanship involves showing respect for the game, officials,
teammates, opponents, and spectators. It’s all about behaving with dignity – whether
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you win or lose. Sports are more than wins and losses. It’s more about learning and
improving every day. Player development, sportsmanship, teamwork and having fun
quantify success. The importance of team over individual accomplishments is one of my
main focuses. A successful team is a group of individuals driven by a common goal.
COACH:
Ms. Bobbie Solomon
SPORT COACHED:
Swim & Dive Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL:
Novato High School – Gymnastics, Swimming &
Springboard Diving
California State University-Chico – Springboard Diving
USA Diving – Master’s Springboard Diving
COLLEGE:
OTHER:
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2012-present
2012-present
2010-2012
2010-2012
2008-2009
2006-2007
2000-2002
1999-2000
OLP/Saints Springboard Diving Coach
Formula Endurance-High Performance Triathlon Team – Head Youth Coach
TriJuniors Triathlon Team – Assistant Coach
Triathlon Club of San Diego – Open Water Swim Coach
Grossmont College – Volunteer Diving Coach
University of California-San Diego – Volunteer Diving Coach
Rolling Hill Country Club USA Diving Team – Head Coach
Redwood & Tamalpais High Schools (Marin County, CA) – Springboard
Diving Coach
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I like to teach and inspire athletes to always do their best, build self-confidence,
self=esteem, work ethic, time management, and self-respect through positive coaching. I
teach progressive diving skills that allow athletes to learn at a pace that is comfortable
for them while encouraging them to step outside of their comfort zone and try new
things. All this is done with safety in mind while also teaching the athletes the rules of
the sport.
COACH:
Ms. Bridgette Will
SPORT COACHED:
Cross Country and Track & Field Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: Soccer & Cross Country – Notre Dame Prep
COACHING BACKGROUND:
Girls on the Run – 5K program
Try Sports Bridge Run Program
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Competitive running since 2006 including 4 marathons, 7 ½ marathons, and various
middle distances
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
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Athletics are a critical part of one’s physical and mental development. Athletics promote
camaraderie, discipline and commitment. I firmly believe that everyone can be an
athlete if they want to challenge themselves and identify their individual areas of
excellence.
COACH:
Ms. Ashlee Withington
SPORT COACHED:
JV Soccer Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL:
COLLEGE:
OTHER:
Varsity Soccer 3yrs – Moorpark High School
Soccer 2yrs – Warner Pacific College
Apex Club 7yrs
COACHING BACKGROUND:
1 yr – World Cup Soccer Camps by Ruedi Graf – Camp Site Director/Coach
4 yrs – Freshman/Sophomore Girls Soccer Head Coach and JV Assistant Coach –
Moorpark High School
1 yr – Oaks Christian High School Soccer
4 yrs – Girls Soccer Head Coach – U-12 Moorpark Soccer Club
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
BS – Kinesiology: Exercise Science
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
I believe in encouraging healthy competition that follows the rules through technical and
tactical
training. Playing a sport shouldn’t just be about winning, although it is nice to
win, however, in
life you’re not always going to win. In sports, it’s about showing them
what you have to do when
you fail and how you react to the situation.
COACH:
Ms. Elyse Witt
SPORT COACHED:
Varsity Swim Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP – Varsity Swim, 4 yrs.
OTHER:
USA Swimming Club Swim Team – 12 yrs
COACHING BACKGROUND:
OLP Assistant Varsity Swim Coach – 2 yrs
OLP JV Swim Coach – 1 yr
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
Novice Swim Coach – South Bay Aquatics
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MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
Just keep swimming!
COACH:
Ms. Chelsea Woerle
SPORT COACHED:
9th Grade Volleyball Assistant Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP Varsity Volleyball 3yrs
COLLEGE:
Volleyball San Diego State
OTHER:
Played Internationally & on adult teams
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2013-present OLP Volleyball
2yrs – Shorebreak Boys Volleyball
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
gratifying
and use the
Sports can help teach players how to be leaders in other areas of their lives. The most
aspect of coaching is to see the athletes mature into responsible, young ladies,
leadership skills that have been taught to them.
COACH:
Ms. Dena Young
SPORT COACHED:
Junior Varsity Softball Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL: OLP Softball – 4 year Varsity letterwoman & 2010 Pitcher of
the year
COLLEGE:
San Diego City College – 1 year
OTHER:
Travel Team Softball: Mesa del Sol Softball (6yrs), Renegades
(1yr), & Third Degree (2yrs)
COACHING BACKGROUND:
OLP JV Head Softball Coach – 3 yrs
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Several Softball clinics – 2010-2011
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
outwards.
good sport and
My philosophy of sports is to have confidence in everything you do and it will radiate
Confidence is key and if you don’t have it, fake it. It will come naturally. Being a
winning are results of confidence and self-respect.
COACH:
Mr. Luigi Zoni
SPORT COACHED:
9th Grade Soccer Head Coach
SPORTS PARTICIPATION BACKGROUND:
HIGH SCHOOL:
COLLEGE:
OTHER: Indoor Soccer League Participation
Participation in US Tennis Association Leagues
COACHING BACKGROUND:
2012-13
Soccer Program Director James Madison High School
2011-present Matrix Soccer Trainer – San Marcos AYSO region
2011-12
Boys Junior Varsity Head Soccer Coach – Mission Vista High School
2010-11
Boys Junior Varsity Head Soccer Coach – San Ysidro High School
2009-10
Boys Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach – San Ysidro High School
2008-10
La Mesa Indoor Soccer Coach
1997-2005
Inter-Parochial Sports Teams Coach – Saint Martin of Tours Academy
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND & JOB EXPERIENCES RELATED TO COACHING:
National Soccer Coaches Association of America member
Cal South Soccer member
MY PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS:
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Substance Abuse Policy
Discipline at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace is seen as “an aspect of
moral guidance and not simply as a form of punishment” (See ParentStudent Handbook). Further, discipline is seen as allowing for the
development of character, respect for authority and is enforced for the
purpose of assisting the student in self-discipline. Moreover, selfdiscipline allows for a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to
learning. To emphasize and uphold those beliefs, the Academy of Our
Lady of Peace adheres to a zero tolerance policy concerning the use of
illegal substances.
In order to provide adequate public notice to the OLP community
regarding this policy, it is stated in the following school publications:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Athlete Agreement Contract
CIF Ethics in Sports Policy
Coaches Handbook
Code for Student-Athletes
5. Parent-Athlete Agreement
Contract
6. Parent-Athlete-Coaches
Handbook
7. Parent-Student Handbook
Illegal substances shall be defined as, but not limited to, the
following: Alcohol, narcotics, hallucinogens, depressants, stimulants,
marijuana, steroids, or any other non-medically prescribed controlled
substance. Additional, no drug paraphernalia is allowed on campus.
To preserve a drug-free campus, the following guidelines have been
implemented:
 Any student found to be in possession of an illegal substance on
campus, at a school-sponsored event, or in a personal possession in
close proximity to the campus will immediately be suspended. A
student who is with others in a violation of this policy may also be
held accountable. Furthermore, the student may be remanded to
police custody.
 The Academy Discipline Board or Administrative Review Board will
convene within twenty-four hours or the closest school day of the
alleged incident to meet with the student and her parents.
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 Upon determinations made at the meeting, the following steps will
be taken:
1. No student in possession of an illegal substance or using an
illegal substance will be allowed to participate in any co-curricular
activities for the following thirty-five days, the length of one
quarter. Those co-curricular activities include, but are not limited
to the following: Any elected student body office, any appointed
student body office, Carondelet Circle, any CIF sports team,
Cheerleaders, Peer Counselors, Thespians, OLP Choral Ensemble,
OLP Orchestra, Junior Ambassadors and club activities.
2. Any student who is a student body officer, holds an appointed
student body office, a member of Carondelet Circle, a member of
CIF sports team, a Peer Counselor, a Junior Ambassador or a club
officer will be immediately be removed from her position. Further,
the principal shall assume direct control of the case; the Discipline
Board will not hear it.
3. The Chairperson of the Department of Guidance and Counseling
is charged with establishing an appropriate professional contact for
the student and her parents. A member of the department will be
named as liaison among the school, the parents, student, and
outside counselor/medical personnel.
4. If at the conclusion of appropriate interventions, the student is
deemed to be drug-free, and acknowledges the gravity of her error,
the principal, may at her discretion, reinstate privileges of cocurricular participation to the student. A second substance offense
will result in expulsion from the Academy. A student and her
parents automatically receive an opportunity to meet with the
principal prior to the expulsion.
5. Any student found to have been selling or providing an illegal
substance to others will be culpable for her actions. She will be
dismissed immediately from the Academy.
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Sexual Harassment Summary
Prepared by Francis X. Bielli, J.D.
I. Introduction
As your employer, OLP must take all reasonable steps to prevent discrimination and
harassment from occurring. Sexual harassment is prohibited by OLP and is against the
law.
Every employee should be aware of:
 what sexual harassment is
 what steps to take if harassment occurs
 state law prohibiting retaliation for reporting sexual harassment
 every employee must attend a sexual harassment seminar every two years.
II. What is Sexual Harassment?
Although many people think of sexual harassment as involving a male boss and a female
employee, not all sexual harassment is done by males. Sexual harassment often involves
individuals, other employees of the company or other people doing business with or for
the company. It's against the law for females to sexually harass males or other females,
and for males to harass males or females.
III. State Law
California Law defines sexual harassment as:
1.-Verbal Harassment - epithets, derogatory comments or slurs.
Examples: Name-calling, belittling, sexually explicit or degrading words to
describe an individual, sexually explicit jokes, comments about an
individual's anatomy and/or dress, sexually oriented noises or remarks,
questions about a person's sexual practices, use of patronizing terms or
remarks, verbal abuse, graphic verbal comments about the body.
2.- Physical Harassment - assault, impending or blocking movement, or any
physical interference with normal movement, when directed at an individual.
Examples: Touching, pinching, patting, grabbing, brushing against or
poking another person's body, hazing or initiation that involves a sexual
component, requiring an individual to wear sexually suggestive clothing.
3.- Visual Harassment - derogatory posters, cartoons, or drawings.
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Examples: Displaying sexual pictures, writings or objects, obscene letters or
invitations, staring at an individual's anatomy, leering, sexually oriented
gestures, mooning, unwanted love letters or notes.
4.- Sexual Favors - unwanted sexual advances which condition an individual's
benefit upon an exchange of sexual favors.
Examples: Continued requests for dates, any threat to an individual if
sexual favors are not given, making or threatening reprisals after a negative
response to sexual advances, propositioning an individual.
** It is impossible to define every action or all words that could be interpreted as sexual
harassment. The examples listed above with the state definition of sexual harassment
are not meant to be a complete list of objectionable behavior.
IV. If Sexual Harassment Occurs
1. - When possible, confront the harasser and persuade him/her to stop.
 The harasser may not realize the advance or behaviors are offensive.
When it is appropriate and sensible, you may want to tell the harasser
the behaviors or advances are unwelcome and must stop. Sometimes a
simple confrontation will end the situation.
2. - To report sexual harassment, contact your supervisor.
 Sexual harassment or retaliation should be reported in writing or
verbally. You may report such activities even though you were not the
target of the harassment.
3. - An investigation will be conducted and appropriate action taken.
 The school will investigate, in confidence, all reported incidents of
sexual harassment and retaliation.
V. Sexual Harassment Can Be Costly
If you, as an employee, are found guilt of sexual harassment, you may be personally
liable for monetary damages. The school will not pay damages assessed against you
personally.
In addition, the school will take disciplinary action-termination is one possible action
against any employee who engages in sexual harassment.
VI. Notes
(The following are general guidelines for interacting with other individuals):
 Always treat everyone fairly, without favoring one person over another
 Always conduct yourself in a professional manner
 Always listen to an individual's concerns, do not dismiss as unimportant
 Always think before you speak, especially in stressful situations
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ATHLETIC POLICY AGAINST HAZING
THIS POLICY WAS IMPLEMENTED BY THE SAN DIEGO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IN
1998.
The San Diego Unified School District strives to maintain a healthy athletic program in
which all students feel safe and welcome and can be proud of the school and the
athletic programs they represent. SDUSD Administrative Procedure 6240C3F states in
part “hazing, in any form, is strictly prohibited. Violation of the law prohibiting
hazing is a misdemeanor.” (Education Code 32050-52) The Academy of Our Lady of
Peace adheres to all CIF policy guidelines. Accordingly, the following policy is
implemented.
Education Code 32050. Hazing
As used in this article, “hazing” includes any method of initiation or preinitiation into
a student organization or any pastime or amusement engaged in with respect to such
an organization which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or
personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, to any student
or other person attending any school, community college, college, university or other
educational institution in this state; but the term “hazing” does not include
customary athletic events or other similar contests or competitions.
Education Code 32051. Hazing; prohibition; violation; misdemeanor
No student, or other person in attendance at any public, private, parochial, or
military school, community college, college, or other educational institution, shall
conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing, or commit any act that causes or
is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace
resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or person attending the
institution. The violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of
not less than one hundred dollars ($100), nor more than five thousand dollars
($5000), or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both.
Persons violating this policy shall be subject to OLP discipline including forfeiture of
athletic eligibility.
I understand that hazing of any kind is not allowed on this campus and in the athletic
program. This includes mental, verbal and physical acts. I further understand that it
is my duty to report any acts of hazing that I see to a coach or administrator on
campus.
By signing below, I agree to uphold this policy and understand that any violation will
result in my immediate suspension from athletics and further disciplinary action as
outlined in OLP's policy and procedures.
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____________________________
Athlete's Name (Print)
____________________________
Athlete's Signature
____________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (Print)
____________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF THE PEACE ATHLETICS
CIF STUDENT-ATHLETES STEROID POLICY
The Academy of Our Lady of the Peace recognizes that the use of androgenic/anabolic
steroids presents a serious health and safety hazard. Steroids can keep youth from
growing to their full height; they can also cause heart disease, stroke, and damaged liver
function. Both males and females using steroids may develop fertility problems,
personality changes, and acne. These health hazards are in addition to the civil and
criminal penalties for unauthorized sale, use or exchange of androgenic/anabolic
steroids.
As a condition of membership in the CIF, all schools must adopt policies prohibiting the
use and abuse of androgenic/anabolic steroids. All member schools must have
participating students and their parents//legal guardians/caregivers agree that the
student-athlete will not use steroids without the written prescription of a fully licensed
physician (as recognized by the AMA) to treat a medical condition (Bylaw 524). Students
participating in athletics are prohibited from possessing or using androgenic/anabolic
steroids not prescribed by a physician (as recognized by the AMA) for treatment of a
medical condition, whether use occurs on or off of school property.
By signing below, both the participating student and the parent/legal guardian/caregiver
hereby agree that the student-athlete shall not use androgenic/anabolic steroids without
the written prescription of a fully licensed physician (as recognized by the AMA) to treat
a medical condition. A student who is found to have violated this agreement shall be
restricted from participating in athletics and there may be penalties for false or
fraudulent information. We also understand that the Academy of Our Lady of the Peace
substance abuse policy regarding the use of illegal drugs will be enforced for any
violations of these rules.
_____________________________________________ _________________________
Student Signature
Date
_____________________________________________ _________________________
Parent/Guardian/Caregiver Signature
Date
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Academy of Our Lady of Peace
Concussion Management Protocol
Concussions and other brain injuries can be serious and potentially life
threatening. A concussion can occur when there is either a direct or indirect insult to
the brain. It is important to recognize a majority of sport-related concussions do not
result in any loss of consciousness and, therefore, all suspected head injuries should be
taken seriously. Research also indicates that these injuries can have serious
consequences later in life if not managed properly. All coaches are required to do the
free Concussion in Sports education course offered by NFHS at nfhslearn.com. For the
health and safety of the adolescent student-athlete, the following OLP concussion
management protocol will be implemented for any student-athlete suspected of
sustaining a concussion.
1. All student-athletes suspected of receiving a concussion must immediately be
removed from any activity and referred to the OLP athletic trainer or on-site certified
athletic trainer if present at an away competition. In the case that a certified athletic
trainer is not present, the coach will hold the player from activity and report the
incident to the athlete’s parent and OLP athletic trainer.
2. If the student-athlete’s condition is deemed emergent, there is any loss of
consciousness, or there are progressively exacerbated signs and symptoms, EMS should be
activated immediately and the student-athlete treated appropriately following
emergency action protocols.
3. With a certified athletic trainer and/or physician present, the student-athlete will be
evaluated and determined if a concussion is suspected. If there is a suspected
concussion, the appropriate medical personnel will speak with the student-athlete and
their parent or guardian regarding the injury, precautions, and follow-up care. The
student-athlete and parent will be instructed on signs and symptoms to be aware of,
indications in which to report to the Emergency Room if necessary, and activities to
avoid for proper healing. The student-athlete and parent will also be informed of CIF
Bylaw 313 and the OLP Return to Play protocol and timeline.
4. OLP will follow CIF rules and have all student-athletes evaluated by physician and
receive written clearance prior to return to participation. The student-athlete will not be
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permitted back to full participation without written clearance from a physician. CIF
Bylaw 313: “Any student-athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or head
injury in a practice or game shall be removed from participation at that time for the
remainder of the day. A student-athlete who has been removed from play may not
return to play until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed health care provider trained in
the evaluation and management of concussion and receives written clearance to return
to play from that health care provider”.
5. The OLP athletic training staff will follow the OLP Return to Play Protocol (see
protocol) for student-athletes following a concussion. The student-athlete will only be
allowed to return to play following: completion of the graduated exertional return to
play protocol without return of any signs or symptoms, consent by OLP athletic trainer,
and written clearance received from a licensed health care provider (MD or DO).
Evaluation and written clearance by a physician does not automatically clear a studentathlete for return to participation. The OLP Return to Play Protocol must still be followed
with approval by the OLP athletic trainer.
Academy of Our Lady of Peace
Concussion Return to Play Protocol
NO STUDENT-ATHLETE SUSPECTED OF HAVING A CONCUSSION IS PERMITTED TO RETURN
TO PLAY THE SAME DAY AND NO STUDENT-ATHLETE IS PERMITTED TO RETURN TO PLAY
WHILE SYMPTOMATIC FOLLOWING A CONCUSSION.
The return to play protocol allows for a gradual increase in the amount and intensity of
activity during the return to play process following a concussion or head injury. The
return to play progression includes 6 stages in which the student-athlete will be
monitored daily for any concussion-like signs and symptoms as well as during and after
each exertional activity. For proper observation, there will be approximately 24 hours
(or longer) allowed for each stage without return of any signs or symptoms prior to
moving forward to the next stage.
RETURN TO PLAY STAGES:
1. Rest until asymptomatic (physical & mental rest)
*The student-athlete must be able to perform all daily activities including
schoolwork and studies without return of ANY symptoms.
2. Light aerobic exercise (e.g. stationary cycle)
3. Sport-specific exercise (e.g. running, swimming)
4. Non-contact training drills (e.g. agilities, passing/catching)
5. Full contact training (with medical clearance)
6. Return to competition
IF AT ANY POINT DURING THE PROCESS THE STUDENT-ATHLETE BECOMES SYMPTOMATIC,
THEY MUST STOP THE EXERTION AND REPORT TO THE OLP ATHLETIC TRAINER PRIOR TO
ANY FURTHER ACTIVITY. The student-athlete will be re-assessed daily and will again
begin the RTP progression from stage 1.
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Remember, no student-athlete may return to full activity or competitions until they are
asymptomatic in limited, controlled, and full-contact activities. The student-athlete will
only be allowed to return to play following: completion of the graduated exertional
return to play protocol without return of any signs or symptoms, consent by OLP athletic
trainer, and written clearance received from a licensed health care provider (MD or DO).
Evaluation and written clearance by a physician does not automatically clear a studentathlete for return to participation. The OLP Concussion Return to Play Protocol must still
be followed and approval received by the OLP athletic trainer.
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ATHLETE OF THE YEAR CRITERIA
CATEGORY
9th
9th Captain
JV
JV Captain
Varsity
Varsity Captain
All League 1st Team
All League 2nd Team
All League Honorable Mention
All CIF
OLP Scholar-Athlete
All League Academic
California All-CIF ScholarAthlete
All-CIF Academic Team
All-CIF Team Captain
S.D. Union Tribune ScholarAthlete
S.D. Union Tribune Player of
the Week
S.D. Union Tribune Player of
the Month
OLP Athlete of the Month
All-Tourney Team
Most Valuable Player
Most Improved Player
Most Inspirational Player
4 Year Varsity Letterwoman
Coaches' Award
Heisman Award
U.S. Army National Reserve
Scholar-Athlete Award
9th
Fall
9th
Winte
r
9th
Spring
10th
Fall
10th
Winte
r
10th
Spring
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
11th
Fall
11th
Winte
r
11th
Spring
N/A
N/A
N/A
X
X
12th
Fall
12th
Winte
r
12th
Spring
X
X
X
X
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Useful Articles
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
“How To Be Your Child’s Best Fan” by Douglas C. Varvil-Weld, Ph.D.
“Sports Parents Remember, It’s Just a Game” by Hal Rock
“Parents Must Be Good Sports, Too” by Polly Drew
“Teaching Parents To Be Better Sports” by Lisa Cohn
Are You A Good Sports Parent?
CIF: Why Kids Participate in Sports
Useful Websites Pertaining to Athletics
California Interscholastic Federation
www.cifstate.org/
California State Athletics Directors Association
http://www.csada.org/
CHARACTER COUNTS! Sports
http://josephsoninstitute.org/sports/
Council for Spiritual and Ethical Education
http://www.csee.org/
High School Sports Association of San Diego
N/A
National Associate of Intercollegiate Athletics
http://naia.cstv.com/
National Federation of State High School Associations
http://www.nfhs.org/
National Federation of High School Coaches
http://www.nfhs.org/coach.aspx
National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association
http://www.niaaa.org/
National Scholastic Rowing Association
http://www.nsrowing.org
Positive Coaching Alliance
http://www.positivecoach.org/
San Diego Section CIF
http://www.cifsds.org
Teen Surfing Association
http://www.surfsss.org
United States Cheerleading Association
http://www.uscheerleading.com/
United States Soccer Federation
http://www.ussoccer.com/
United States Tennis Association
http://www.usta.com/
USA Baseball
http://www.usabaseball.com/
USA Basketball
http://www.usabasketball.com/
USA Gymnastics
http://www.usagymnastics.org
USA Softball
http://www.usasoftball.com/
USA Swimming
http://www.usaswimming.org/
USA Track & Field
http://www.usatf.org/
USA Volleyball
http://www.usavolleyball.org/
USD Center for Character Education
http://www.sandiego.edu/soles
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NO CONTACT PERIOD FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2014-15: Per direction from CIFSDS Board of Managers, beginning school-year 2011-12
schools/school districts will choose their no-contact period dates. Dates must be submitted to CIFSDS Office by April 1 (if not
submitted by April 1, the dates of July 21, 2014, August 3, 2014 will be assigned). No-contact dates will be posted on home page
of CIFSDS website - www.cifsds.org.
CIF-SAN DIEGO SECTION MASTER CALENDAR FOR 2014-15 (REVISED 8/11/2014)
SEASON
SPORT
INTERSCHOOL
SCRIM#
MAXIMUM POINTS
INDIVIDUAL**
TEAM*
LAST DATE
TO SUBMIT
SCHEDULES
PRACTCE
BEGINS
FIRST POSSIBLE
INTERSCHOOL
SCRIMMAGE
FIRST
POSSIBLE
CONTEST
LAST DATE
NON-PLAYOFF
CONTEST+
TENTATIVE PLAYOFF DATES
FALL SPORTS
Fall
Cross Country
N/A
-
13
June 1
August 11
N/A
August 28
November 15
Nov 22; State Championships Nov 29
Fall
Girls’ Golf
N/A
-
21
June 1
August 11
N/A
August 18
October 24
CIFSDS – Nov. 4& 6
So. Calif. Championships Nov. 13
State Championships Nov. 18
Fall
Field Hockey
2
20
-
June 1
August 11
August 27
August 28
November 12
Nov 15, 18, 20, Finals 22
Fall
Football
2/1
9/10
-
June 1
^See Below
August 21
August 29
November 7
Nov 14,21,28 & Dec 5-6
State Regionals Dec. 12-13
State Bowl Dec. 19-20
Fall
Girls’ Tennis
2
-
19
June 1
August 11
August 26
August 27
October 22
Team Oct 27 to Oct. 31 Indiv. Nov 10-14
State Regionals Nov 18, 21-22
Fall
Girls’ Volleyball
2
20
-
June 1
August 11
August 27
August 28
November 7
Nov 11,12,13,14,18,19 Finals 22
State Championships Nov 25-29
and Dec.2 and 6
Fall
Boys’ Water Polo
2
20
-
June 1
August 11
August 27
August 28
November 7
Nov 12-22
^
In the sport of FOOTBALL, fall practice will begin on that date which allows for 28 *practices prior to the first football game. HOWEVER FOOTBALL MAY NOT BEGIN PRIOR TO AUGUST 1, 2014
Schools must notify the CIFSDS Office of the start date by June 1. *Practice Defined – Green Book, Article XI, SPECIAL RULINGS FOR ALL SPORTS,
WINTER SPORTS
Winter
Basketball
2
20
Winter
Roller Hockey
2
20
Winter
Soccer
2
20
Winter
Girls’ Water Polo
2
Winter
Boys’ Wrestling
Winter
Girls’ Wrestling
-
October 1
November 15
November 26
November 28
February 20
Feb. 24,25,27,28 March 3,4 Finals Mar 6-7
So Cal Championships Mar 11,14,17,21
State Championships Mar 27,28
October 1
November 15
November 26
November 28
February 13
Conf. TBA
-
October 1
November 15
November 26
November 28
February 20
Feb 24, 25, 27,28, Mar 3,4, Finals 6-7
So Cal Championships Mar 9 thru 14
20
-
October 1
November 15
November 26
November 28
February 13
February 17-26 Finals February 28
N/A
-
40 contacts
October 1
November 15
N/A
November 28
February 14
Divisionals Feb 21; Masters Feb 27-28
State Championships March 6-7
N/A
-
40 contacts
October 1
November 15
N/A
November 28
February 7
CIFSDS; February 14
State Championships Feb. 27-28
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SPRING SPORTS
Spring
Badminton
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
March 3
March 3
May 15
Conf Team May TBA; Indiv. May TBA
Spring
Baseball
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
March 3
March 3
May 22
May 26,27, 28, 29, 30, June 2& 4
Finals June 5 and 6
Spring
Boys’ Golf
N/A
-
21
December 1
February 21
N/A
February 26
May 1
CIFSDS – May 19-21
So. California Championships May 28
State Championships June 3
Spring
Gymnastics
N/A
-
13
December 1
February 21
N/A
March 3
May 13
Team and Individual May 23
Spring
Boys’ Lacrosse
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
March 3
March 3
May 15
May 21, 24,28; Finals May 31
Spring
Girl’ Lacrosse
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
March 3
March 3
May 5
May 9, 12, 14, FINALS MAY 16
Spring
Softball
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
March 3
March 3
May 15
May 18, 19, 21, 23, 27, 28,
FINALS May 30
Spring
Swimming & Diving
2
-
13
December 1
February 14
February 24
February 25
May 8
May 11-16
Spring
Boys’ Tennis
2
-
19
December 1
February 14
February 24
Feb 25
April 28
CIF Team May 5-8
League Individuals May11-14
CIF Individuals May 18-22
State Reg, May 26,29.30
Spring
Track & Field
N/A
-
16
December 1
February 21
N/A
March 3
May 14
Prelims May 23; Finals May 30
State Championships June 5-6
Spring
Boys’ Volleyball
2
20
-
December 1
February 21
February 25
February 27
May 8
May 12,13,15,16,,19,20 FINALS 23
So Cal Championships May 26,28,30
# Carnivals may replace scrimmages.
* Dual/Tri contests for team sports count one point each, and tournaments/invitationals (maximum of three) count two points each.
** Maximum points for individual sports may be any combination of dual/tri contests (one point each) and tournaments/invitationals (one point each)
except in wrestling where each contact by an Individual counts one point towards a maximum total of 40 and the maximum of 13 in swimming.
+ Except by special permission from CIFSDS Office.
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