NORTHERN VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
FILE CODE: 6145.6
Demarest, New Jersey
Policy
AWARDS
It is important for students to identify with, be loyal to and have pride in representing their high school. The
status of earning a “varsity letter” should be attainable by all students. The “Varsity Chenille Letter” represents
the highest award a student can receive from his/her high school. Whether it is for participation in athletics,
clubs, marching band or theater it recognizes that a student has made a significant contribution to Northern
Valley. Students earning this award must demonstrate leadership, teamwork, respect, integrity, commitment,
responsibility and citizenship and meet the following requirements:
A. Varsity Athletic Letter
A student may earn a varsity letter by participating in a varsity sport though criteria determined by the
coach and athletic director. In the event an athlete earns a second letter in another sport or activity in the
same year, or a second letter in the same sport or activity in a different year, the student will be awarded
a certificate.
B. Varsity Music/Theater Letter
A student may earn a varsity letter by participating in the music activities of the district vocal, instrumental
or theater programs through criteria determined by the activity director and approved by the principal (e.g.
3 years marching band, choir, All-School Musical). A student earning a second letter in music, sport or
another activity in the same year or a different year will be awarded a certificate.
C. Varsity Extracurricular/Activities Letter
A student may earn a varsity letter by participating in a “club” or other school activity/program which
represents the district in performances, competition or involves civics and/or student government and
meets the high standards of rigor (i.e., 200 hours of time), effort and commitment of other varsity letter
activities. The time requirement may be waived by the principal or superintendent. The designation must
be approved by the principal, superintendent and board of education. The criteria for a varsity letter shall
be determined by the activity advisor and approved by the principal. A student earning a second letter in
another activity or sport in the same year or in a different year will be awarded a certificate.
Each year, the advisor will submit to the principal a statement that identifies the requirements for earning
the varsity letter.
Presentation of the Award
The presentation of the award will be determined by the director of the specific program. The athletic award
will be presented by the athletic department or at an awards presentation. The music and activities award will
be presented by the advisor or at an awards presentation.
Recognition of this award will not be included in the student transcripts as is consistent, with current Northern
Valley practice. However, students may indicate in their applications or college essay of this award.
The board of education will purchase the Varsity Chenilles Letters necessary.
Students may purchase a varsity letter jacket with an appropriate symbol of recognition at their own expense.
Adopted: June 24, 2013
File Code: 6145.6
AWARDS (continued)
Key Words
Award, Extracurricular Activities, Cocurricular Activities, Athletics, Sport, Varsity
Legal References: N.J.S.A. 5:17-1 et seq.
N.J.S.A. 18A:11-3
N.J.S.A. 18A:36-20
N.J.S.A. 18A:40A-1 et seq.
N.J.S.A. 18A:42-2
musicians; exceptions
N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.4
N.J.A.C. 6A:7-1.7
N.J.A.C. 6A:9-5.19
N.J.A.C. 6A:16-1.4(a)8
N.J.A.C. 6A:30-1.1 et seq.
N.J.A.C. 6A:32-9.1 et seq.
Possible
Cross References: *2224
*3250
*3453
*5125
*5126
*5131
*5145.4
*6121
*6142.4
*6145
*6145.1/6145.2
*6147.1
Athletic code of conduct permitted; “youth sports
event” defined…
Voluntary associations regulating conduct of student
activities; membership; rules and regulations; appeals
Discrimination; prohibition
Substance abuse
School orchestra not to compete with civilian
Responsibilities of the district board of education
Equality in school and classroom practices
Athletics personnel
District policies and procedures
Evaluation of the Performance of School Districts
Athletic Procedures
Nondiscrimination/affirmative action
Income from fees, fines, charges
School activity funds
Pupil records
Awards for achievement
Conduct/discipline
Equal educational opportunity
Nondiscrimination/affirmative action
Physical education and health
Extracurricular activities
Intramural and interscholastic competition
Evaluation of individual student performance
*Indicates policy is included in the Critical Policy Reference Manual.
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