Instruction
Board Policy 6145.2
Revised: May 30, 2024
ATHLETIC COMPETITION
The Board of Trustees recognizes that the district's athletic program constitutes an integral component of the educational program and helps to build a positive school climate. The athletic program also promotes the physical, social, and emotional well-being and character development of participating students. The district's athletic program shall be designed to meet students' interests and abilities and shall be varied in scope to attract wide participation.
All athletic teams shall be supervised by qualified coaches to ensure that student athletes receive appropriate instruction and guidance related to safety, health, sports skills, and sportsmanship. Athletic events shall be officiated by qualified personnel.
The Board encourages business and community support for district athletic programs, subject to applicable district policies and regulations governing advertisements and donations.
Nondiscrimination and Equivalent Opportunities in the Athletic Program
The district's athletic program shall be free from discrimination and discriminatory practices prohibited by state and federal law, including, but not limited to, the use of any racially derogatory or discriminatory school or athletic team name, mascot, or nickname. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that equivalent athletic opportunities are provided for males and females, and that students are permitted to participate in athletic activities consistent with their gender identity.
Any complaint alleging discrimination in the district's athletic program shall be filed in accordance with the district's uniform complaint procedures.
California Interscholastic Federation
Any district school that participates in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) shall conduct its athletic activities in accordance with CIF bylaws and rules and any applicable district policy and regulation.
The Superintendent or designee shall have responsibility for the district's interscholastic athletic program, while the principal or designee at each participating school shall be responsible for site-level decisions, as appropriate.
The Board shall annually designate a representative to the local CIF league from each school that participates in CIF sports. The Superintendent or designee shall recommend a candidate for the position who demonstrates an understanding of the district's goals for student learning and interscholastic activities, knowledge of the athletic programs, awareness of the implications of league decisions for the school and the district, and interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
The designated representative(s) shall vote on issues that impact interscholastic athletics at the league and section levels, perform any other duties required by the CIF league, and report regularly to the Board on league, section, and statewide issues related to athletic programs.
Student Eligibility
Eligibility requirements for student participation in the district's interscholastic athletic program, including requirements pertaining to academic achievement, shall be the same as those set by the district for participation in extracurricular and cocurricular activities.
In addition, the Superintendent or designee shall ensure that students participating in interscholastic athletics governed by CIF satisfy CIF eligibility requirements.
Students shall not be charged a fee to participate in an athletic program, including, but not limited to, a fee to cover the cost of uniforms, locks, lockers, or athletic equipment.
Sportsmanship
The Board values the quality and integrity of the athletic program and the character development of student athletes. Student athletes, coaches, parents/guardians, spectators, and others are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and fair play during all athletic competitions. They shall also abide by the core principles of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and good citizenship and the Code of Ethics adopted by CIF.
Students and staff shall be subject to disciplinary action for improper conduct.
Health and Safety
The Board desires to give student health and safety the highest consideration in planning and conducting athletic activities.
Students shall have a medical clearance before participating in interscholastic athletic programs. Care shall be taken to ensure that all athletic trainings and competitions are conducted in a manner that will not overtax the physical capabilities of the participants. When appropriate, protective equipment shall be used to prevent or minimize injuries.
Coaches and appropriate district employees shall take every possible precaution to ensure that athletic equipment is kept in safe and serviceable condition. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that all
athletic equipment is cleaned and inspected for safety before the beginning of each school year.
The Superintendent or designee shall develop a written emergency action plan that describes the location of automated external defibrillator(s) and procedures to be followed in the event of sudden cardiac arrest or other medical emergency related to the athletic program's activities or events. The plan shall be posted in accordance with guidelines of the National Federation of State High School Associations. (Education Code 35179.4)
In the event of a serious injury or a perceived imminent risk to a student's health during or immediately after an athletic activity, the coach or any other district employee who is present shall remove the student athlete from the activity, observe universal precautions in handling blood or other bodily fluid, and/or seek medical treatment for the student as appropriate.
Whenever a serious injury or illness is suffered by a student athlete, the Superintendent or designee shall notify the student's parent/guardian of the date, time, and extent of any injury or illness suffered by the student and any actions taken to treat the student.
Policy Reference Disclaimer:
These references are not intended to be part of the policy itself, nor do they indicate the basis or authority for the board to enact this policy. Instead, they are provided as additional resources for those interested in the subject matter of the policy.
State Code,
5 CCR 4900-4965, Nondiscrimination in elementary and secondary educational programs receiving state or federal financial assistance
5 CCR 4920-4922, Nondiscrimination in intramural, interscholastic, and club activities
5 CCR 5531, Supervision of extracurricular activities of students
5 CCR 5590-5596, Duties of temporary athletic team coaches
Ed. Code 17578, Cleaning and sterilizing of football equipment
Ed. Code 17580-17581, Football equipment
Ed. Code 200-262.4, Prohibition of discrimination
Ed. Code 32220-32224, Insurance for athletic teams
Ed. Code 32221.5, Insurance for athletic team members
Ed. Code 33353-33353.5, California Interscholastic Federation; implementation of policies, insurance
program
Ed. Code 33354, California Department of Education authority over interscholastic athletics
Ed. Code 33479-33479.9, The Eric Parades Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act
Ed. Code 35160.5, Intradistrict open enrollment
Ed. Code 35179, Interscholastic athletics; associations or consortia
Ed. Code 35179.1, California High School Coaching Education and Training Program
Ed. Code 35179.4, Emergency action plan
Ed. Code 35179.5, Interscholastic athletics; limitation on full-contact practices
Ed. Code 35179.6, School-sponsored on-campus event in or around swimming pool
Ed. Code 48850, Academic achievement of students in foster care and homeless children
Ed. Code 48900, Grounds for suspension or expulsion
Ed. Code 48930-48938, Student organizations
Ed. Code 49010-49013, Student fees
Ed. Code 49020-49023, Athletic programs; legislative intent, equal opportunity
Ed. Code 49030-49034, Performance enhancing substances
Ed. Code 49458, Health examinations; interscholastic athletic program
Ed. Code 49475, Health and safety; concussions and head injuries
Ed. Code 49700-49701, Education of children of military families
Ed. Code 51242, Exemption from physical education for athletic program participants
H&S Code 1797.196, Automated external defibrillators; notification of use and locations
Pen. Code 245.6, Hazing
Federal Code,
20 USC 1681-1688, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; discrimination based on sex
34 CFR 106.31, Nondiscrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities
34 CFR 106.33, Nondiscrimination on the basis of sex; comparable facilities
34 CFR 106.41, Nondiscrimination in athletic programs
Management Resources,
California Department of Education Publication, Pupil Fees, Deposits, and Other Charges, Fiscal
Management Advisory 12-02, April 24, 2013
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, Pursuing Victory with Honor, 1999
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, Keep Their Heart in the Game: A Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Information Sheet for Athletes and Parents/Guardians
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, Event Emergency Guidelines, 2013
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, California Interscholastic Federation Constitution and Bylaws
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, Guidelines for Gender Identity Participation
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, Athletic Department Emergency Action Plan: Response Teams
California Interscholastic Federation Publication, A Guide to Equity in Athletics
Centers for Disease Control&Prevention Publication, Acute Concussion Evaluation (ACE) Care Plan, 2006
Centers for Disease Control&Prevention Publication, Heads Up: Concussion in High School Sports, Tool
Kit, June 2010
Centers for Disease Control&Prevention Publication, Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports, Tool Kit, July
2007
Court Decision, Hartzell v. Connell, (1984) 35 Cal. 3d 899
Court Decision, Kahn v. East Side Union High School District, (2003) 31 Cal. 4th 990
Court Decision, Mansourian v. Regents of University of California, (2010) 602 F. 3d 957
Court Decision, McCormick v. School District of Mamaroneck, (2004) 370 F.3d 275
CSBA Publication, Updated Legal Guidance: Protecting Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Students
Against Discrimination, March 2017
National Federation of State High School Association, Emergency Action Planning Guide for After-School
Practices and Events
U.S. DOE Office for Civil Rights Publication, Withdrawal of Dear Colleague Letter on Transgender
Students, Dear Colleague Letter, February 22, 2017
U.S. DOE Office for Civil Rights Publication, Intercollegiate Athletics Policy Clarification: The Three-Part
Test - Part Three, Dear Colleague Letter, April 20, 2010
Website, CSBA District and County Office of Education Legal Services
Website, California Interscholastic Federation
Website, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Concussion Resources
Website, National Federation of State High School Associations
Website, National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment
Website, U.S. Anti-Doping Agency
Website, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
Website, California Department of Education
Website, CSBA
Cross References,
0410, Nondiscrimination In District Programs And Activities
0470, COVID-19 Mitigation Plan
0500, Accountability
1113, District And School Websites
1113, District And School Websites
1113-E(1), District And School Websites
1230, School-Connected Organizations
1230, School-Connected Organizations
1260, Educational Foundation
1312.3, Uniform Complaint Procedures
1312.3, Uniform Complaint Procedures
1312.3-E(1), Uniform Complaint Procedures
1312.3-E(2), Uniform Complaint Procedures
1321, Solicitation Of Funds From And By Students
1321, Solicitation Of Funds From And By Students
1325, Advertising And Promotion
1330.1, Joint Use Agreements
1700, Relations Between Private Industry And The Schools
3260, Fees And Charges
3260, Fees And Charges
3452, Student Activity Funds
3513.4, Drug And Alcohol Free Schools
3514, Environmental Safety
3514, Environmental Safety
3515.2, Disruptions
3515.2, Disruptions
3530, Risk Management/Insurance
3530, Risk Management/Insurance
3541.1, Transportation For School-Related Trips
3541.1-E(1), Transportation For School-Related Trips
3541.1-E(2), Transportation For School-Related Trips
3580, District Records
3580, District Records
4118, Dismissal/Suspension/Disciplinary Action
4118, Dismissal/Suspension/Disciplinary Action
4119.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4119.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4119.42-E(1), Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4119.43, Universal Precautions
4119.43, Universal Precautions
4127, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
4127, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
4218, Dismissal/Suspension/Disciplinary Action
4218, Dismissal/Suspension/Disciplinary Action
4219.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4219.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4219.42-E(1), Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4219.43, Universal Precautions
4219.43, Universal Precautions
4227, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
4227, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
4319.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4319.42, Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4319.42-E(1), Exposure Control Plan For Bloodborne Pathogens
4319.43, Universal Precautions
4319.43, Universal Precautions
4327, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
4327, Temporary Athletic Team Coaches
5030, Student Wellness
5111.1, District Residency
5111.1, District Residency
5113.11, Attendance Supervision
5121, Grades/Evaluation Of Student Achievement
5121, Grades/Evaluation Of Student Achievement
5125, Student Records
5125, Student Records
5131, Conduct
5131.1, Bus Conduct
5131.1, Bus Conduct
5131.4, Student Disturbances
5131.4, Student Disturbances
5131.61, Drug Testing
5131.63, Steroids
5131.63, Steroids
5137, Positive School Climate
5141, Health Care And Emergencies
5141, Health Care And Emergencies
5141.21, Administering Medication And Monitoring Health Conditions
5141.21, Administering Medication And Monitoring Health Conditions
5141.22, Infectious Diseases
5141.22, Infectious Diseases
5141.3, Health Examinations
5141.3, Health Examinations
5141.4, Child Abuse Prevention And Reporting
5141.4, Child Abuse Prevention And Reporting
5141.52, Suicide Prevention
5141.52, Suicide Prevention
5141.6, School Health Services
5141.6, School Health Services
5141.7, Sun Safety
5142, Safety
5142, Safety
5143, Insurance
5143, Insurance
5144, Discipline
5144, Discipline
5144.1, Suspension And Expulsion/Due Process
5144.1, Suspension And Expulsion/Due Process
5144.2, Suspension And Expulsion/Due Process (Students With Disabilities)
5145.3, Nondiscrimination/Harassment
5145.3, Nondiscrimination/Harassment
5145.6, Parent/Guardian Notifications
5145.6-E(1), Parent/Guardian Notifications
5145.7, Sexual Harassment
5145.7, Sexual Harassment
6142.7, Physical Education And Activity
6142.7, Physical Education And Activity
6142.8, Comprehensive Health Education
6142.8, Comprehensive Health Education
6145, Extracurricular And Cocurricular Activities
6145, Extracurricular And Cocurricular Activities
6145.6, International Exchange
6145.6, International Exchange
6146.1, High School Graduation Requirements
6146.11, Alternative Credits Toward Graduation
6146.11, Alternative Credits Toward Graduation
6153, School-Sponsored Trips
6153, School-Sponsored Trips
6164.6, Identification And Education Under Section 504
6164.6, Identification And Education Under Section 504
6173, Education For Homeless Children
6173, Education For Homeless Children
6173-E(1), Education For Homeless Children
6173-E(2), Education For Homeless Children
6173.1, Education For Foster Youth
6173.1, Education For Foster Youth
6173.2, Education Of Children Of Military Families
6173.2, Education Of Children Of Military Families
7110, Facilities Master Plan