Co-Curricular/Extracurricular Handbook
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An extracurricular activity is defined as a program of out-of-class pursuits supervised and/or financed by the school, in which students enjoy freedom of participation. Extracurricular activities are not part of regular school curriculum and are not graded.
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Club sports will not be affected by these guidelines unless determined to apply by the administration.
- Philosophy, Expectations, and Dublin City Schools Believes
- Co-Curricular Activity Code Orientation/Education
- Rules of Co-Curricular/Extracurricular Participation
- Additional Athletic Information
- Transportation
- Lettering Guidelines/Awards
- Facility Usage and Equipment
- O.H.S.A.A.
- Dublin City Schools Sportsmanship Guidelines Philosophy
- Players, Staff, Other Team Personnel
- Spectators/Band Members (includes all persons in attendance at the school event)
- Athletics
- Athletic League Rules
- Insurance Coverage/Risk of Participation
- Emergency Medical Cards/Physical Examination Cards
- Athlete Care and Injury Reporting Guidelines
- Dublin City Schools Pay-to-Participate Fee Schedule
Philosophy, Expectations, and Dublin City Schools Believes
Philosophy
The Co-Curricular Activity Code sets expectations for our middle school and high school students as they embark on the exploration of different clubs, organizations, and athletic endeavors. These expectations are designed to assist students and parents in meeting the challenging decisions they will face during the next several years. Coupled with these expectations are mechanisms designed to support students who do not make appropriate decisions.
Expectations
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Participants in Co-Curricular programs are held to a higher standard of responsibility and conduct. They are representatives of their school, the Dublin City School District, and the Dublin community.
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To optimize their experience, we have the expectation for a year-round commitment to remain alcohol, tobacco, and drug-free to allow students to achieve their maximum performance mentally, physically, and academically.
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Using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs (non-prescribed dangerous drugs as defined by ORC 4729.01), by any middle school or high school co-curricular participant is prohibited and can have a potential negative effect on the student’s health and safety.
Dublin City Schools Believes
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Participation in activities including athletics is an honor and a privilege, and we expect students who choose to participate to make the commitment to fully develop their skills and talents.
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Using alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs (non-prescribed dangerous drugs as defined by ORC 4729.01), by any middle school or high school co-curricular participant is prohibited and can have a potential negative effect on the student’s health and safety.
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The use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs (non-prescribed dangerous drugs as defined by ORC 4729.01) not only jeopardizes a student’s health and safety but also endangers his/her fellow students.
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Co-curricular programs afford students the opportunity to develop valuable skills and attributes through their individual development and the actions of participating as a member of a team.
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Participants in Co-Curricular programs are held to a higher standard of responsibility and conduct. They are representatives of their school, the Dublin City School District and the Dublin community.
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To optimize their experience, we have the expectation for a year-round commitment to remain alcohol, tobacco and drug free to allow students to achieve their maximum performance mentally, physically and academically.
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All members of the school community are crucial in the messages we send and in the actions we take. We believe incidents and rumors need to be reported and investigated and action taken as prescribed in the Code.
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Parents are valuable members of the team/club and will assist in the education, monitoring and response to violations.
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We want students and their parents to come forward if there are issues with alcohol, tobacco and other drugs before a violation is established. If there is a self-referral prior to a report, there will be no denial of participation.
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Violations of the Code are a betrayal of the trust placed in the participant by their school, their fellow members or teammates, the district, and the community.
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Education is a vital component of this Code. Educational opportunities will be available to parents, students and staff as a way to assist our students in making appropriate choices. These will be offered by many organizations in our community. Additional education will be mandated when violations occur.
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The purpose of the student assistance section of the Code is to allow for education and monitoring while allowing a student to continue as a participant after the participation consequence has been served.
All district-approved clubs/organizations and athletics are considered co-curricular activities and are subject to the requirements and consequences of this handbook.
As noted above, participation in co-curricular activities offered by the Dublin City Schools is both an honor and a privilege. Students who choose to belong to any co-curricular activity make themselves subject to additional responsibilities, not only to themselves, but also to their team/organization and to their school.
In order to participate in any co-curricular activity, a student must understand and abide by the Student Code of Conduct as well as all rules and regulations in the Co-Curricular Activity Code as defined herein. A student’s intent to abide by this Code will be evidenced in an agreement that shall be signed by the student and her or his parent(s)/guardian(s) at the yearly preseason meeting or upon joining a club/activity. The Co-Curricular Activity Code is in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks of the year based upon the onset of participation in an organization, activity or team in middle or high school, and the student will be considered a participant until graduation or withdrawal from Dublin City Schools.
A student who violates the Co-Curricular Activity Code will serve the consequences during an athletic season/school year under said Code. Students who violate the Co-Curricular Activity Code while participating concurrently as an athlete and as a club/organization participant will serve the consequences concurrently. In order for any consequence to count toward completion of a disciplinary action, the participant must be an active member of the team/activity for an entire season/school year.
Co-Curricular Activity Code Orientation/Education
All coaches, advisors and supervising teachers are required to review the expectations of the Co-Curricular Activity Code with their students and parent(s)/guardian(s) during a preseason/new school year meeting and communicate these expectations to the respective parent(s)/guardian(s) in written format. A student’s intent to abide by this Code will be evidenced in an agreement that shall be electronically signed by the student and her or his parent(s)/guardian(s) at the completion of the preseason/new school year meeting.
Rules of Co-Curricular/Extracurricular Participation
Citizenship
Students shall conduct themselves in a manner that reflects good citizenship. Any behavior that results in dishonor to the participant, her or his team/organization, or her or his school will not be tolerated. Acts of unacceptable conduct, both on and off school premises, include but are not limited to theft, vandalism, manifest disrespect, violation of the law, or any violations of the Student Code of Conduct.
The principal or her/his designee reserves the right to review the severity of the citizenship offense and determine the appropriate level of disciplinary action to be taken.
Consequences:
First Offense
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Violation of this policy will result in a 20%* loss of the privilege of co-curricular participation (including contests, competitions, and performances). Practice is still required for participants.
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All awards will be withheld until all conditions and requirements are fulfilled.
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Loss of leadership position in co-curricular activities for one calendar year from the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation.
Second Offense
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The 2nd violation of this policy will result in a 50%* loss of the privilege of co-curricular participation (including contests, competitions, and performances). Practice is still required for participants.
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All awards will be withheld until all conditions and requirements are fulfilled.
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Permanent loss of any leadership position in co-curricular activities from the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation.
Third Offense
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Permanent loss of the privilege to participate in co-curricular activities
*For previously listed year-long clubs/organizations this will be interpreted as 20% = one quarter and 50% = one semester.
*If it is determined alcohol and/or drugs were provided or consumed at a student’s residence by other Dublin students, that student could be found to be in violation of the distribution clause.
Using Alcohol, Tobacco or Other Drugs
Students may not:
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Use, purchase, possess, or conceal any alcoholic beverage, build-altering chemical, mood-altering drug, look-alike drug, or other intoxicant, narcotic, or hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, inhalant, tobacco, vape, counterfeit drug, other substance whose possession is prohibited by law, or instrument or paraphernalia normally or actually used for packaging, conveying, dispensing, or using alcohol or dangerous drugs as defined in Ohio Revised Code 4729.01. As used herein, “instrument or paraphernalia” shall include, but not be limited to, equipment or apparatus designed for or used for the purpose of measuring, packaging, distributing, or facilitating the use of drugs, pipes, roach clips, syringes and hypodermic needles, cocaine spoons, rolling papers and drug kits.
Notwithstanding the other provisions of the Code:
Students may:
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Observe bona fide religious practices.
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Use, purchase, or possess a substance otherwise prohibited herein that are medically prescribed for a purpose other than the enhancement of athletic ability if there exists medical or psychological documentation of the need.
Consequences:
First Offense
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Violation of this policy will result in a 20%* loss of the privilege of co-curricular participation (including contests, competitions, and performances). Practice is still required for athletes.
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All awards will be held until all conditions and requirements are fulfilled.
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Loss of any leadership position in co-curricular activities for one calendar year from the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation.
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Required participation in the district-approved Student Assistance Program.
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Required attendance, within 60 calendar days of the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation at the district approved Safe and Drug-Free Schools educational program in its entirety.
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Requires the parent(s)/guardian(s) and student who has a violation under the use or sale of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs to consent to at least three unannounced drug tests to be provided at times determined by the school representative during the 12-month period following the determination of the violation. All testing will be at the expense of the district and results must be shared with the district. Failure to pass any drug test will be considered a violation of the Co-Curricular Activity Code and will result in consequences being invoked as a subsequent violation.
If the student refuses or fails to complete the Student Assistance Program, the student cannot participate in any co-curricular activity (including contests, competitions, and performances) for one calendar year from the date of the committee’s decision. In addition, any student who fails to complete the Student Assistance Program will be subject to loss of parking privileges for a 12-month period from the date of the decision confirming the violation or an equivalent loss of privileges if they are not a driver.
Second Offense
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The 2nd violation of this policy will result in a 50%* loss of the privilege of co-curricular participation (including contests, competitions, and performances). Practice is still required for athletes.
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The student will receive a mandatory assessment.
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All awards will be withheld until all conditions and requirements are fulfilled.
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Permanent loss of any leadership position in co-curricular activities from the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation.
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Required participation in the district-approved Student Assistance Program.
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Required attendance, within 60 calendar days of the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation at the district approved Safe and Drug-Free Schools educational program in its entirety.
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Requires the parent(s)/guardian(s) and student who has a violation under the use or sale of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs to consent to at least three unannounced drug tests to be provided at times determined by the school representative during the 12-month period following the determination of the violation. All testing will be at the expense of the district and results must be shared with the district. Failure to pass any drug test will be considered a violation of the Co-Curricular Activity Code and will result in consequences being invoked as a subsequent violation.
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If the student refuses or fails to complete the Student Assistance Program, the student cannot participate in any co-curricular activity (including contests, competitions, and performances) for one calendar year from the date of the committee’s decision. In addition, any student who fails to complete the Student Assistance Program will be subject to loss of parking privileges for a 12-month period from the date of the decision confirming the violation or an equivalent loss of privileges if they are not a driver.
Third Offense
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The student will not be permitted to participate in any co-curricular activity for the balance of their middle or high school career, whichever is appropriate.
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The student will be advised to attend further assessment by an outside chemical dependency professional.
*For previously listed year-long clubs/organizations this will be interpreted as 20% = one quarter and 50% = one semester
Selling or Otherwise Supplying, Transmitting or Distributing Alcohol, Tobacco or Other Drugs
Note: The penalties delineated below are more severe because the student violating this aspect of the Co-Curricular Activity Code has negatively influenced others and possibly aided others in violating the Co-Curricular Activity Code. Also, consequences for selling, supplying, transmitting, or distributing as listed below are cumulative from middle school to high school.
Students may not:
Sell, supply, transmit, or distribute any alcoholic beverage, build-altering chemical, mood-altering drug, look-alike drug, or other intoxicant, narcotic, or hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, inhalant, tobacco, counterfeit drug, other substance whose possession is prohibited by law, or instrument or paraphernalia normally or actually used for packaging, conveying, dispensing, or using alcohol or dangerous drugs as defined in Ohio Revised Code 4729.01. As used herein, “instrument or paraphernalia” shall include, but not be limited to, equipment or apparatus designed for or used for the purpose of measuring, packaging, distributing, or facilitating the use of drugs, pipes, roach clips, syringes and hypodermic needles, cocaine spoons, rolling papers, and drug kits.
If it is determined alcohol and/or drugs were provided or consumed at a student’s residence by other Dublin students, that student could be found to be in violation of the distribution clause.
Consequences:
First Offense
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Loss of privilege of participating in all co-curricular activities (including contests, competitions, and performances) for one calendar year from the date of the decision rendered by the committee.
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Any violation of this occurrence while a participant is in a school activity will be reported to legal authorities as permitted by law.
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The participant will not be eligible for any awards or recognition.
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The student will receive a mandatory assessment.
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Permanent loss of any leadership position in co-curricular activities.
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Required participation in the district-approved Student Assistance Program.
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Required attendance, within 60 calendar days of the date of the decision rendered by the committee regarding the violation at the district approved Safe and Drug-Free Schools educational program in its entirety.
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Requires the parent(s)/guardian(s) and student who has a violation under the use or sale of alcohol, tobacco or other drugs to consent to at least three unannounced drug tests to be provided at times determined by the school representative during the 12-month period following the determination of the violation. All testing will be at the expense of the district and results must be shared with the district. Failure to pass any drug test will be considered a violation of the Co-Curricular Activity Code and will result in consequences being invoked as a subsequent violation.
If the student refuses or fails to complete the district-approved Student Assistance Program, the student cannot participate in any co-curricular activity (including contests, competitions, and performances) for one calendar year from the date of the committee’s decision. In addition, any student who fails to complete the Student Assistance Program will be subject to loss of parking privileges for a 12-month period from the date of the decision confirming the violation or an equivalent loss of privileges if they are not a driver.
Second Offense
The student will not be permitted to participate in any co-curricular activity for the remainder of her/his middle school and high school career in the Dublin City Schools.
Verifications of Violations
Violations of the Co-Curricular Activity Code may be verified by one or more of the following methods and/or parties: drug testing (including breathalyzer test), administrators (including but not limited to principals, assistant principals, and athletic directors), coaches, advisors, and/or any staff of the District, or police.
Process for Violation Determination
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Co-Curricular disciplinary actions for such violations are not subject to the procedures established for curricular suspensions or expulsions nor are co-curricular disciplinary actions otherwise subject to due process. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 3313.664, a principal, assistant principal, or other administrator (hereinafter called “the appropriate authority”) shall have sole discretion to determine what, if any, notice and hearing rights are to be afforded to the student and the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) in the event of any prohibition of co-curricular participation for violation hereof. Accordingly, while it is anticipated that in most instances notice will be given in advance of any disciplinary action, notice is not a requirement.
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All co-curricular disciplinary determinations made by the appropriate authority for a violation hereof shall be reviewed, prior to the enforcement of any disciplinary action, by the applicable committee as described in Item C hereinafter. For the purpose of this review, a student who has completed the eighth grade shall be deemed to be attending high school even if high school classes for that student have not commenced as of the time of the review.
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There will be one Co-Curricular Activity Code Committee for each building. The committee will be comprised of the principal or his/her designee, athletic director, Safe and Drug-Free Schools Counselor, and the student’s then-current coach/advisor/teacher, if any. The principal or designee will chair the committee. Parents/students will be offered the opportunity to meet with the committee.
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Subject to Item A above, within two school days after the Co-Curricular Activity Code Committee has completed its review of any disciplinary action to be taken on any violation hereof, a letter of notification of its decision must be sent by the principal or designee to the parent or guardian specifying the reason(s) for any disciplinary action, the period of time in which any such action is to occur or be in effect, and options, if any.
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Review by the applicable Co-Curricular Activity Code Committee shall be quasi-judicial, and its decision will be final.
Applying the Consequences
A student who violates the Co-Curricular Activity Code will serve the consequences during a school year/season under said Code. The effective date of the Code enforcement, as far as disciplinary procedures are concerned, is based on the date of the decision rendered by the Co-Curricular Activity Code Committee. If the school year ends while the participant is serving the denial of participation, the remainder of the denial will roll over to the next school year even if the student has changed from a 7th-8th grade participant to a 9th-12th grade participant.
A participant may not become a member of a school-sponsored sport, activity or organization either as a participant, manager, or trainer after the officially designated starting date in order to serve any part of a consequence as determined by the Co-Curricular Activity Code. The official starting date for athletes is designated by the Ohio High School Athletic Association as the date on which a sport may begin required attendance. In order for any consequence to count toward completion of a disciplinary action, the participant must be an active member of the team, activity or organization for an entire season/school year.
In all events, the principal or designee shall have the final authority to decide to what sport, activity or organization the consequence shall apply to and how that application is to occur.
Violations of the three sections (Citizenship, Use, Selling) of the Co-Curricular Activity Code are cumulative. A subsequent violation of any part of the Code will progress a student to the next disciplinary level (offense).
A violation of the Selling or Otherwise Supplying, Transmitting or Distributing Alcohol, Tobacco or Other Drugs section of the Code will carry over from middle school and will be cumulative with violations in high school.
Except as otherwise stated herein, violations of the Co-Curricular Activity Code shall be grouped into two categories - grades 7-8 and grades 9-12. Accumulation of consequences from the first of those just-identified categories to the second will not occur unless otherwise stated herein.
Definitions
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Alcohol — Any liquor, wine, beer, and/or other beverages containing alcohol.
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Assessed — An outside chemical dependency professional, approved by the Dublin City School District, will provide an estimate or judgment as to the physical or psychological condition of the student.
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Build-Altering Chemical — Includes, without limitation, anabolic steroids, growth hormones, testosterone or its analogs, human chronic gonadotrophin (HCG), and other hormones.
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Co-curricular activity — Clubs, activity programs, athletic programs, student leadership activities, supervised and financed by the Dublin City Schools.
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Middle school level shall be defined, for this purpose, as beginning after the last day of the fifth grade or upon enrollment in a Dublin middle school and is effective up to and through the last day of the middle school schedule, at which time the high school level will begin.
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Mood-Altering Drug — Includes, without limitation, narcotics, depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, counterfeit controlled substances, marijuana, alcohol, and prescription drugs, unless authorized by a medical prescription from a licensed physician. This medical prescription must be kept in the original container, which shall state the student’s name and the directions for proper use of the prescription.
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Tobacco — Any product with tobacco as an ingredient that is smoked, chewed, inhaled, or placed against the gums.
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Possession – Alcohol, tobacco, other drugs or drug paraphernalia is physically on or in student-participant’s body; or physically within his/her personal property (i.e. book or gym bag, coat, etc.); or in his/her home where other students are using or possessing alcohol, tobacco or other drugs (e.g. hosting a party). Possession will include being present in a car where alcohol or other drugs are being used.
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Denial of Participation – The student-participant may not play but must practice, travel and sit with team/group at events (for various activity programs, this requirement will be defined as applicable by the advisor and the co-curricular coordinator) during any percentage denial of privilege, which is less than one season. The student participant will not wear the school uniform at the contest or performance. This restriction is effective immediately following the determination that the policy has been violated.
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Student Leadership Positions – A student leader is defined as anyone appointed or elected to a leadership position in athletics, clubs, student government, or other co-curricular activities. Student leaders accept the responsibilities that accompany leadership positions and are expected to be positive role models at all times. Accordingly they are subject to a higher level of conduct.
Additional Athletic Information
Hazing
Hazing of fellow students or teammates is prohibited. Students who participate in hazing events will be subject to consequences listed in the Student Code of Conduct and the Co-Curricular Code.
It is the policy of the Dublin Board of Education and school district that hazing activities of any type are inconsistent with the educational process and shall be prohibited at all times. No administrator, faculty member or other employee of the school district shall encourage, permit, condone or tolerate any hazing activities. No student, including leaders of student organizations, shall plan, encourage or engage in any hazing.
“Hazing” is defined as doing any act or coercing of another, including the victim, to do any act of initiation into any student or other organization that causes or creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm to any person. It is harassment by exacting unnecessary or disagreeable work, ridicule or playing abusive or humiliating tricks by way of initiation. Permission, consent or assumption of risk by an individual subjected to hazing does not lessen the prohibition contained in this policy.
Administrators, faculty members and all other employees of the school district shall be particularly alert to possible situations, circumstances or events, which might include hazing. If hazing or planned hazing is discovered, involved students shall be informed by the discovering school employee of the prohibition contained in this policy and shall be required to end all hazing activities immediately. All hazing incidents shall be reported immediately to the Superintendent.
Guidelines for Student Academic Eligibility in Athletics and Extracurricular Activities (AG 2431C)
[Please check the website, www.dublinschools.net, for any possible revisions to this administrative guideline made during the school year.]
The District has established excellence as a standard and strives to maintain an appropriate balance among academics, athletics, and all extra-curricular activities. It is important that students meet the following academic requirements in order to participate in athletics and extra-curricular activities in Grades 7 to 12.
Following are guidelines for the implementation of Board Policy 2431.
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A student must earn at least a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) in order to be eligible for participation in athletics and extracurricular activities. The GPA will be applied separately for Grades 7-8 and Grades 9-12 and calculated each grading period. Each student's eligibility will be determined according to his/her GPA for each nine (9) week grading period. Semester and final exams are not to be calculated in the nine (9) week GPA assessment because of their comprehensive nature. A student's eligibility will be determined by examining each nine (9) week's GPA independent of prior grading periods. The individual nine (9) week's GPA value will be used in itself to determine a student's eligibility. Eligibility can be maintained, gained, or lost each grading period.
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In addition to the above District requirements, a student athlete must qualify under all rules established by the Ohio High School Athletic Association (O.H.S.A.A.). Specifically, the academic requirements of the O.H.S.A.A. stipulate that a student in Grades 9 to 12 must pass a minimum of five (5) credits in the previous grading period. Middle school students in Grades 7 to 8 must pass seventy-five percent (75%) of their course work.
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Students may apply for a waiver if their GPA is between 1.0 and 1.99. If the waiver is denied, they have the opportunity to appeal the Eligibility Board decision. Students whose GPA is 0.99 or below cannot apply for, nor will they be granted, a waiver of participation. A student is eligible for three (3) such waivers throughout his/her middle school and high school years: one (1) waiver may be issued for middle school students; one (1) waiver may be issued during the freshman or sophomore year; one (1) waiver may be issued during the junior or senior year. Waivers are not cumulative. To be eligible for the next grading period, the student must attain a minimum GPA of 2.0. Any student who is issued a waiver is considered on probation and must attend personalized study sessions provided by his/her school.
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A student may also make an appeal for additional waivers to the Eligibility Board (see E below). Student athletes must, however, also continue to qualify under all rules established by the O.H.S.A.A.
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Two (2) Eligibility Boards will be established: one (1) to review high school requests; one (1) to review middle school requests. The High School Eligibility Board will be comprised of the building principals, the athletic directors, and three (3) teachers (appointed by the principal) from each high school. The Middle School Eligibility Board will be comprised of the building principals, the athletic directors, and one (1) teacher from each of the four (4) middle schools (appointed by the building principals). Teachers appointed to both Eligibility Boards will serve for one (1) year and will be appointed in the spring of each year to begin service for the subsequent school year. Each Eligibility Board will meet the week following grade card distribution. Students will be informed of upcoming meetings by means of morning announcements. The Eligibility Boards will review all requests for waivers, additional waivers (as outlined in C and D above), and all appeals, including those made by students whose GPA falls between 1.0 and 1.99. Any student who requests a waiver, additional waiver of participation, or appeals a GPA between 1.0 to 1.99 will receive the Eligibility Board's decision in writing within five (5) school days. The decisions made by the Eligibility Boards are final.
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All student athletes in grades 9-12 who request and are granted an intra- district/superintendents transfer will be subject to OHSAA Bylaw 4-7-3 beginning August 1, 2007 which means that the student will be ineligible for a period of one year. Also, any incoming freshman student athlete who requests and is granted an intra-district/superintendents transfer after August 1, 2007 will be ineligible for one calendar year as well.
Extra-Curricular, Co-Curricular Activities and Club Activities
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Extra-curricular activities are defined as athletic contests against other OHSAA member institutions which are governed by the rules and regulations of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, Dublin City Schools, and the rules and regulations of the leagues and conferences to which the Dublin City Schools are affiliated. All eligible students may participate. Extra-curricular activities are not part of the regular academic program and are not graded.
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Co-Curricular activities are those connected to a course offered to students with a Board of Education approved graded course of study (e.g., band, drama, choir, etc.). When performance is part of a course requirement, the eligibility requirements detailed in AG 2430 apply.
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Club sports/activities will be affected by these. Examples of club sports/activities are: Ski Club, French Club, Spanish Club, etc. and any other activity or offering supervised and/or directed by the Dublin City Schools as determined by the administration.
(End of Administrative Guideline 2431C)
Transportation
All athletes are required to travel to and from out-of-town activities in district transportation when provided by the district. If a special situation occurs, the participant must present a note from a parent or guardian explaining the situation 24 hours prior to the activity.
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Elementary and middle school students may be released only to a parent whose signature is on file in the school office or to a properly identified person authorized on the Emergency Medical Authorization Form by the parent to act on their behalf.
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A high school student may be released “on his/her own” only with verified parental or designated emergency contacts’ permission.
Participants will remain under the supervision of the coach/advisor when attending away activities. Participants who miss the bus will not be permitted to participate in the activity unless there are extenuating circumstances.
All regular school bus rules will be followed, including food, noise, remaining in seats, care and respect for equipment.
Lettering Guidelines/Awards
The criteria for earning a letter may vary from sport to sport because of the different characteristics of each program. Each head coach will be permitted to determine the criteria necessary for earning team awards and will make athletes aware of this criteria at the beginning of the season. Students have the opportunity to earn the following awards:
Middle School Teams: Participation Certificate
Freshman Team: Freshman Participation Certificate
Junior Varsity: Junior Varsity Participation Certificate
Varsity Award: Varsity Letter and Sport Pin/Plaque
Facility Usage and Equipment
Facility Usage
Students and parents will be permitted to use facilities only when scheduled and supervised by a staff member. No athlete is to use any facility (gym, weight room, pool) without a staff member being present.
Equipment
Each athlete will be issued equipment, which is property of the school, and athletes are expected to maintain each item of equipment. Please follow care instructions located within most cloth items. Uniforms with lettering, which has been ironed onto the garment, should be line dried to prevent damage. All equipment is to be returned at the end of each season. Athletes who fail to return equipment will not be permitted to participate in other activities, and course credits will be withheld until the item(s) are returned or purchased.
O.H.S.A.A.
Information regarding OHSAA regulations and sports dates can be found at www.ohsaa.org.
Dublin City Schools Sportsmanship Guidelines Philosophy
The Dublin City Schools believe that interscholastic competition involving member schools should be governed by the basic principles of good sportsmanship. This document has been prepared to ensure that all members have a common understanding of those basic principles.
We believe that students should be coached to play to the best of their ability and to understand that to play well is to play honorably. The promotion of sportsmanship is the obligation of all school personnel (principals, athletic directors, coaches, and staff members) and is directed toward the behavior of spectators, coaches, players, and band members. We believe the development of good sportsmanship through the practice of ethical behavior and moral reasoning is one of the acknowledged objectives of interscholastic athletics. We therefore expect school administrators, coaches, staff members, athletes, cheerleaders, band members, and spectators to know and embrace the following fundamentals of sportsmanship.
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Respect should be demonstrated for an athletic opponent and for their school at all times. Host schools should treat visiting teams and their supporters as guests and accord them the consideration all human beings deserve. When traveling, all participants should respect the property and dignity of their host school and its athletic teams.
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Respect should be demonstrated for the officials at all times. Officials must be assumed to be and accepted as impartial arbitrators who are trained to do their job and can be expected to do the job to the best of their ability.
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Knowledge of and a proper respect for the current rules of the contest should guide the behavior of all participants. Rules are essential for a fair contest, and good sportsmanship suggests the importance of conforming to the spirit as well as the “letter” of the rules for that sport.
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All participants should strive to maintain self control at all times. The desire to win should not be accepted as a reason for abandoning rational behavior. A proper perspective must be maintained by all if the potential educational values of athletic competition are to be realized.
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All participants should learn to recognize and appreciate skill in performance regardless of affiliation. Recognition of the good performance of an opponent is a demonstration of generosity and good will that is encouraged in all Dublin schools. In order for good sportsmanship to prevail, it is essential that all participants and spectators understand their individual responsibilities and expected modes of behavior before, during, and after contests.
Players, Staff, Other Team Personnel
Players, staff members and other team personnel are governed by the sportsmanship policy established by the Ohio High School Athletic Association (O.H.S.A.A.). It states that any team member or staff member ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct or flagrant foul shall be ineligible for contests for the remainder of that day as well as for all contests in that sport until two regular season/tournament contests (one in football) are played at the same level as the ejection. (An example of “same level” would be two (2) Freshman games or two (2) Varsity games.)
If the ejection occurs in the last contest of the season, the student shall be ineligible for the same period of time stated above in the next sport in which the student participates. For the staff member, they shall be ineligible for the same period of time as stated above in the same sport during the following season in the next school year. A student or staff member under suspension may not sit on the team bench, enter the locker room, or be affiliated with the team in any way traveling to, during, or traveling after the contest(s).
A student who is ejected a second time shall be suspended for the remainder of the season in that sport. A staff member who is ejected for a second time shall be suspended indefinitely and required to attend a mandatory conference with the O.H.S.A.A. Commissioner. The principal of the school shall be required to attend this conference as well. It is the responsibility of the local school authorities to ensure this regulation is enforced.
Spectators/Band Members (includes all persons in attendance at the school event)
Athletes, coaches, and staff members are included in the O.H.S.A.A. guidelines listed prior to this section.
Partisan spectators by their behaviors and reactions determine to a large extent the reputation for sportsmanship of their school. Spectators should be reminded and should keep in mind that athletes are friendly rivals as members of opposing amateur teams. They are expected to be treated as such. Spectators should be reminded, too, that the contest should be between the teams engaged in the competition and not between their supporters. It is important that all spectators:
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Know and demonstrate the fundamentals of good sportsmanship.
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Respect, cooperate, and respond enthusiastically to the cheerleaders, coaches, and athletes of all teams.
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Censure fellow spectators whose behavior is unsportsmanlike.
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Be positive toward players and coaches regardless of the outcome of the contest.
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Respect the judgment and the professionalism of the officials and coaches.
Examples of spectator inappropriate behavior:
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Verbal/physical abuse of officials.
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Berating players, coaches or other spectators. Examples of this could include, but are not limited to, negative chants, signs, cheers, or gestures.
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Interruption of contest. Examples of this could include, but are not limited to, the throwing of objects on playing area, entering the playing area, and other disruptive behavior.
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Removal from contest or premises by a game official or security personnel.
As a result of inappropriate spectator behavior, any of the following disciplinary actions could occur. The principal or designee has the right to vary from this guideline based upon the circumstances.
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Verbal or written warning.
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The spectator will not be permitted to attend any athletic contests for a period of 14 days from the date of the offense.
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The spectator will not be permitted to attend any athletic contests for a period of 28 days from the date of the offense.
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The spectator will not be permitted to attend any athletic contests for a period of one year.
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Loss of privileges.
The Dublin City Schools are committed to upholding the ideals of good sportsmanship put forth in this document. It is important that the actions of the school, participants, coaches, and spectators be a positive reflection of the Dublin community.
Athletics
Twenty-nine different varsity interscholastic sports are offered: fourteen for boys and fifteen for girls. Boys’ sports include: baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track, volleyball, ice hockey and wrestling. Girls’ sports include: basketball, gymnastics, soccer, tennis, cheerleading, cross country, field hockey, ice hockey, golf, lacrosse, swimming and diving, track, volleyball and softball. (See Pay to Participate Fee Schedule.)
Athletic League Rules
Students are reminded of some specific league rules governing athletic events. The following league rules will be in effect at all athletic contests.
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No signs, poster, flag or other hand-held item (the intent of which is to incite the players or spectators) shall be allowed at any conference contest. Hoops or other run-through items held by the home team cheerleaders are permissible. Pictures and/or writing on these run-through items will be restricted to school name, nickname and/or symbol. Cheerleaders and drill teams may use pom-poms at basketball games if they are approved plastic non-shedding type.
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Tunnels are not to be formed by spectators in the area considered to be part of the admissions area (that place that requires a ticket or like identification for entry) or any other area that prohibits free and safe access to the admission area. Tunnels in any other area associated with the athletic contest are not permitted.
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No confetti or noise makers are to be used at athletic contests.
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No rhythm cheers, which would lead to stamping on bleachers, are to be used.
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No cheers are to be directed against a visiting player or team.
Insurance Coverage/Risk of Participation
Prior to the beginning of practice, all students are offered the opportunity to enroll in a Dublin School-endorsed insurance program. This program can be utilized by students who do not have insurance coverage of their own. Participation in interscholastic athletics can lead to possible injury to student athletes. Although most injuries are minor in nature, it is possible that an injury could occur that is severe enough to cause a person to become paraplegic, quadriplegic, or result in death. Dublin City Schools and staff take every precaution to prevent such injuries, but such risk does exist.
Emergency Medical Cards/Physical Examination Cards
All athletes must have a current OHSAA Preparticipation Physical Evaluation form and emergency medical information on file prior to the first day of tryouts or practice. All required forms will be completed on Final Forms (https://dublin-oh.finalforms.com) prior to participation. In the event of an emergency at athletic contests, coaches will have hard copies or access to Final Forms containing emergency medical information. Athletes can pick up blank OHSAA Physical forms in the Athletic Office or Main Office.
Athlete Care and Injury Reporting Guidelines
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Athletes are to first report practice injuries to the coach and then to the athletic trainer. All injuries and health concerns must be reported to the athletic trainer. Medical referral will be coordinated through the training staff.
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In the absence of the trainer, the coach will initiate early first aid care. The coach will notify the trainer of all injuries.
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Injured athletes are expected to continue treatment and recovery period.
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Parents are encouraged to contact the training staff regarding any questions or concerns relating to their child’s injury and care.
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All athletes missing practices or games due to injury or illness must notify the coach directly prior to that practice or game.
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Game dress for injured athletes will be directed by each head coach.
Taping/Bracing Guidelines
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Taping is a medical treatment tool with a specific therapeutic purpose. Appropriate use of tape for injury care will be directed by the trainer. Tape will not be made available for non-injury use.
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Ankle taping will occur for two weeks following an acute ankle injury. At this time it will be the athlete’s responsibility to purchase commercial ankle braces for ongoing injury management. Ankle braces should be purchased for ankle injury prevention or for those with a history of ankle injury.
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The training staff is available to advise parents on purchase and use of various bracing, splinting, and supportive devices beneficial to injury care. Some braces are available through the training room at a discounted rate. See the trainer for more information.
Medical Referral for Injuries
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The Athletic Health Care Program is not designed to replace the family physician or to dictate medical care. The choice of health care provider and initiation of medical referral always remains at the discretion of the parents.
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Your family physician should be contacted if: problems develop with an injury, the condition worsens or the condition persists for an extended period of time. It is important that injured athletes return to the training room for reevaluation and report any new or remaining problems.
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Parents have access to the services of team physician staff who supervise all care provided by the training staff.
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All athletes evaluated by their family physician must provide a note from the physician indicating the type of injury, course of treatment, and participation status. The note must be given to the trainer. Standardized physician evaluation forms are available in the training room.
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All significant head injuries must be evaluated by a Dublin team physician prior to clearance to participate. A note clearing the athlete is required for reentering any athletic activity.
Return to Activity Following Injury
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All athletes who have been removed from activity by the trainer and referred for physician evaluation must provide a note from the consulting physician prior to return to activity.
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All athletes who have been removed from activity or placed on limited activity by a physician must present a note from the physician clearing the athlete to reenter activity.
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A physician’s note “clearing the athlete for full activity” is recognized only as a release to begin a gradual transition period back to full activity. This transition time period is designed to monitor the existing condition and assure safe return to intense and demanding situations.
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Injured athletes are expected to continue a rehabilitation/strength maintenance program on the injured area following return to play in order to prevent re-injury. This is a required condition if the athlete is to continue practicing. These programs will be coordinated through the training room.
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The trainer determines return to activity clearance using specific protocols established by the supervising team physician.
Adolescent Athlete Protective Care Guidelines
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No member of the training staff or coaching staff may clear an athlete to participate if a physician has removed the athlete from activity.
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No member of the coaching staff can clear an athlete to participate if the athletic trainer has removed the athlete from activity.
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Following physician clearance for return to activity, if clinical evidence, rehabilitation progression, or new injury information indicates that the athlete is at continued risk for injury, it is the responsibility of the training staff to protect the health of the athlete. The athlete is to be held from activity and referred back to the family physician or to the team physician for further advisement.
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The team physician, attending physician, athletic trainer, coach, or parent may withhold an athlete from reentering activity if it is considered to be in the best interest of the individual’s health. This allows those with specialized knowledge to act as a safety net, thereby optimizing the protection afforded the individual adolescent athlete.
Administration of Medications
The regulation and administration of prescription and over-the-counter medication during extra-curricular activities are to follow school policy (Policy 5330). All medical forms can be accessed through the district website at /Page/1519 or the school health clinic and must be on file in the student’s health record in the school office. Parents must provide all medication to the school staff that are supervising the child’s sport or extracurricular activity, must be in its original container, and must have the student’s name attached. Please see below for the appropriate requirements.
Daily/Routine Medication
The prescriber and the parent/guardian must complete Form 5330 F1 Request for Administration of Prescription & Nonprescription Medication by School Personnel.
Nonprescription Self-Administered Medication
The parent/guardian must complete Form 5330 F4 (HS/MS) Request for Student to Self-Administer Nonprescription Medication w/o Supervision.
Self-Administration of Inhaler
The prescriber and the parent/guardian must complete Form 5330A A F1 Asthma Action Plan and Orders.
Life-Threatening Allergy
The prescriber and the parent/guardian must complete Form 5330A E F1 Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Orders and Action Plan. Parents must provide a separate emergency epinephrine autoinjector to the school staff supervising the child’s sport or extracurricular activity.
Diabetic Management
The parent/guardian must complete Form 5330A F2 Consent for Diabetic Management accompanied by the prescriber’s orders. Parents must provide a separate emergency glucagon kit to the school staff supervising the child’s sport or extracurricular activity.
Dublin City Schools Pay-to-Participate Fee Schedule
High School: 2023-2024
$75 per sport per student
Boys’ Baseball Girls’ Softball
Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball Girls’ Gymnastics
Boys’ and Girls’ Golf Wrestling
Football Boys’ and Girls’ Tennis
Boys’ and Girls’ Volleyball Boys’ Ice Hockey
$50 per sport per student
Boys’ and Girls’ Swimming & Diving Field Hockey
Boys’ and Girls’ Lacrosse Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer
Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country Boys’ and Girls’ Track
Basketball Cheerleading Football Cheerleading
$40
Marching Band
Middle School: 2023-2024
$30 per participant per activity
Family Cap
Family Cap (High School) $300
Family Cap (Middle School) $100
The family caps for high school and middle school are not cumulative.