Hapeville Charter Career Academy

Athletic Handbook


6045 Buffington Road Building A
Union City, Georgia 30349

Phone (404) 766-0101 Fax (404) 941-1102

Hapeville Charter Career Academy

Athletic Department

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Letter from the Athletic Director

Mission Statement

The Purpose

The Vision

HCCA Sports Teams

Administration

Rules and Regulations

Interscholastic Award Letters

Athlete & Parent Expectations

Conflict Resolution

Coaches’ Discretion

Basic Injury Treatment

APPENDIXES:

APPENDIX I: Forms (Physicals, Insurance, Parental Release, and Media Release)

APPENDIX II: Coaches Contact

APPENDIX III: Tips for Conditioning and Health/GHSA New Policy on Heat and Humidity

Greetings Hapeville Family,

Hapeville Charter Career Academy plans to establish a solid academic and athletic foundation in the state of Georgia. Through hard work, dedication, and like attainment Hapeville Charter can provide student athletes with knowledge and skills to become successful in life. We strive at developing and preparing student-athletes for the rigors of an ever-changing environment. Through athletics I feel these young men and women will learn the value of teamwork, commitment, and leadership. As you read through the handbook, understand that athletics is a building block for students whether they become an entrepreneur, doctor, lawyer, or automotive technician. Hapeville Hornet Pride will be instilled in your heart as you matriculate through the hallways, at athletic events, and in the community.

Sincerely,

Carl Green – Athletic Director

The Mission Statement of Hapeville Charter Career Academy Athletics

It is the mission of Hapeville Career Academy Athletic Department to create HORNET Spirit, demonstrate HORNET Pride, and strive for HORNET Excellence while focusing all of our resources on providing "One Family One Goal" to succeed through the fortitude of competition.

The Purpose of Hapeville Charter Career Academy Athletic Handbook

Through this athletic handbook we hope to accomplish the following:

1. Develop the guidelines which can be used to establish the foundation for a respectable athletic program which can be enjoyed by the athletes and supported by the administration, student body and community.

2. Provide rules and regulations where the student will be able to clearly understand what will be expected of him/her and what the discipline will be for violations of those rules and regulations.

Hapeville Charter Career Academy Athletic Department believes that participating in High School Athletics teaches valuable life lessons. We know students can obtain many positive characteristics as participants. It can build confidence, increase discipline and teach teamwork. It can also teach the participants the values of competition. The participants can also earn athletic scholarships to forgo future educational prowess.

The student(s) should also realize that certain guidelines and rules are expected of him/her from both the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) and The Fulton County School System. If the student expects to represent Hapeville Charter Career Academy on the playing fields of competition, then he/she accepts this responsibility.

The Vision of Hapeville Charter Career Academy Athletic Department

We believe that:

·  Athletics are an important part of school culture, the community, and it adds to the development of the student athlete.

·  Athletes are students first and we are committed to their academic progress.

·  Athletes who are committed to the program will have the opportunity to participate as game conditions permit.

·  Coaches will teach and model the concept of sportsmanship and athletes are expected to adhere to those concepts.

·  Coaches will teach discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and fundamentals.

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SPORTS TEAMS

*Fall Season - August - December

Cross Country

Volleyball

Football

Cheerleading (Sideline)

*Winter Season - November- March

Boys/Girls Basketball

*Spring Season - March - May

Baseball
Boys/Girls Track and Field

Administration

Jannard Rainey
Principal

Tracy McClure

Assistant Principal

Winston Gordon

Assistant Principal

Aranya Knox

Counselor

Carl Green

Athletic Director

Stefanie Orgertrice

Registrar/Athletic Secretary

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Athletic Rules and Regulations

I. Eligibility –In order to be eligible to play each player must meet the GHSA following requirements:

A. Academics
Hybrid Scheduling:

1. Definition: A student takes a combination of courses scheduled as block courses, yearlong courses and/or traditional courses. To be eligible, a student must be enrolled in a combination of courses that carry at least 2.5 Carnegie units. To be eligible, a student must have passed a combination of courses the previous semester that carries at least 2.5 Carnegie units.
2. Candidates must be on track. This means:
Age: To be eligible to participate in interscholastic activities, a student must not have reached his 19th birthday prior to May 1st, preceding his year of participation.

To be eligible to participate and/or try-out for a sport or activity, a student must be enrolled full time

Enrollment is defined as follows:

(1) Fall Semester: when the student participates in a practice or contest before classes begin, or the

Student(s) attend classes.

(2) Spring Semester: when the student attends classes.

B. Physical - Each student must pass the GHSA physical and it must be on file in the Athletic Director’s office.

C. Insurance- Athletes must have school insurance or family coverage in order to participate.
D. Parent Consent Forms - Parent consent form must be on file in the Athletic Director office. This form states that the parent has read the handout and has given the athlete permission to participate.
F. Migrant Studies - A student may try out for one of our teams when he/she has registered at our school and is eligible by the GHSA.
G. Having selected a sport, a student athlete shall not quit the program in season to try out for another sport or take part in an off-season program until the sport in season terminates unless approved by that Coach of the previous sport.

II.Team Conduct
A. Hapeville Charter Career Academy athletes must remember that their actions are representative not only of themselves, but also the entire program, the school, and community. Any deviation from high standards of general conduct will necessitate disciplinary action. These standards apply to the classroom as well as the athletic program. All players are to be respectful to all teachers, faculty, and staff.

B. Any rules violation can be dealt with at the discretion of the Principal, Athletic Director and Coach of that sport. It is a privilege to participate on a team, and this privilege can be taken away anytime at the discretion of any of the person(s) mentioned above.

C. Because of the time which must be committed to the team, athletes must not allow other activities, clubs, or jobs to interfere with athletic activities. Only academics should come before athletics.

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Athletic Rules and Regulations

III.General Guidelines

A. Uniforms: All athletes are required to be in school uniform the entire school day. Unless preparing for an athletic contest and it requires changing into appropriate attire. Approval must be obtained by the Principal or Athletic Director. Any athlete not in uniform can be suspended from practice or games at the discretion of the person(s) named above.

B. Attendance:It is your responsibility to be aware of your sport (s) practice schedule, attend, and be on time. If you cannot attend ormust be late, you must notify one of the coaches in advance.
C. ISS/Suspension from school Beginning one week prior to the first contest or event scheduled foranydesignated sport or extra curricular activity, students suspended out-of-school will be suspended from all activities (practices, playing, dressing out, sitting with the team. etc.) during each full day of suspension. In the event that no designated game or activity takes place during period of suspension, students will miss the next game or activity scheduled during the season for that sport or activity. Suspension ends when the student is physically readmitted to the classroom. Students assigned to in-school suspension will be suspended from the next appropriate game or event scheduled from the date they are assigned to (begin) ISS. Students may practice with their team or organization when assigned to ISS. **Additional consequences may result as determined by the coach.
D. Transportation
1. Practice - Players are expected to have transportation from practice. If this is not possible, see your coach.
2. Games - Team members are expected to travel to and from away activities with the team. Parents should contact coaches for exceptions in special circumstances.

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Interscholastic Athletic Awards

Varsity Award Requirements: The Varsity Award shall be presented to an athlete who satisfies the participation requirements as set forth by the head coach. (The coach may recommend a waiver of these requirements under an unusual circumstance.)

1.1st year award: Award letter with insert signifying the sport and certificates. (Note: Should the student letter in a second sport, he/she will not receive a second chenille letter.

2.2nd year award: Service bar and certificate.

3.3rd year award: Certificate.

4.4th year award: Service bar, certificate, and a plaque indicating the recipient as a four-year varsity letter winner.

5. Participants who do not earn a letter award will earn a certificate.

B. Junior Varsity Awards are given on the recommendation of the coach to all athletes who complete the season. Certificates are given for both first and second year awards.

C. Managers, trainers, and statisticians will parallel the regular awards system if they manage for the entire season.

D. All members of a varsity team that wins a sub-region, region, area or state championship will receive a chenille patch that will indicate the championship.

F. Award recipients may order a Lettermen Jacket with award already affixed or plain through school’s jacket company. Please see the Athletic Director for that information.

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Athlete & Parent Expectations

Athlete Expectations:

• Maintain high academic standards

• REQUIRED attendance at every practice and game

• Must be punctual at all times, ready to learn and participate

• Show positive attitude and leadership at all times

• Keep parents informed regarding practice days, game days, and any changes in schedule

• Encouraged to develop skills in the sport, during the off-season through participation on and off campus clinics, summer camps.

• Display good sportsmanship at all times.

• Take appropriate care of all issued uniforms, warm-ups, and school owned equipment.

• Not be under the influence of, using, sharing or possessing alcohol, drugs, or other illegal substances at any time throughout the year. Breach of this rule will result in automatic dismissal from the team.

• Adhere to any additional expectations given out by a specific coach

• REMEMBER - - being a part of the Hapeville Charter Career Academy Athletic Program is a privilege, not a right.

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Hapeville Charter Career Academy
Athlete & Parent Expectations

Parent Expectation

• Make appropriate arrangements for pick-up after practices and contest. The coach must wait until the last athlete is picked up. Picking up your child late more than once could jeopardize their future participation in that sport.

• Support your child by attendance at home and away contests.

• Display good sportsmanship while attending athletic contests.

• Support the coaches for their work, effort and expertise in the sport.

• Let the coaches’ coach, officials officiate, and players play!

• Support the Athletic Program by volunteering to work and assist with games, fundraisers, and other team functions.

• Read and sign all release, transportation and participation agreements.

• Ensure child is present and prepared for practice on designated start date.

Conflict Resolution

Students and/or parents who have a complaint or grievance MUST follow these procedures:

• School related conflicts should be brought to the Director of Athletics first.

• The athlete should bring all other matters to his/her coach. A meeting should be set so that the athlete and coach can set aside time to address the issue.

• If the student/coach meeting does not resolve the issue to the satisfaction of the parties involved, a parent may call to set up a meeting time with the athlete, parent and coach.

• If still not resolved, the parent may ask to meet with the athlete, coach and Athletic Director.

• If still not resolved, the parent may ask for a meeting with the Principal and all other parties.

Coach’s Discretion

Coaches make all final decisions regarding their respective program. If there are questions or concerns, please contact the coach first, followed by the Athletic Director. Coach’s discretion may include, but not limited to the following:

• Team attire

• Retreats

• Study Hall

• Conditioning

• Fundraising

• Playing time

• Rosters

• Practice time

• Game schedule

Injury Treatment Basics for Home

As a parent, you may find yourself treating a sports injury at home. When treating an injury at home, remember R-I-C-E. This stands for:
• Rest - Stop working the injured area and rest. Avoid anything that causes pain in the injured area.
• Ice – Apply ice to control swelling and reduce pain. Do not apply heat. While applying heat may “feel good,” this actually increases swelling and recovery time. Always apply ice first.
• Compression – Wrap the injured area to control swelling. If the skin is discolored (blue or purple), a doctor should be consulted.
• Elevation – Elevate the injured area.
Please inform your son or daughter's athletic trainer and coach about any injuries as soon as possible.
These are guidelines only and should not be interpreted to supersede a qualified medical evaluation.

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HAPEVILLE CHARTER CAREER ACADEMY DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS

STUDENT’S APPLICATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

AND VERIFICATION OF INSURANCE

Sport: ______Date of first practice: ______(Month/Day/Year)

Student Name: ______Male ____ or Female ____

(Last name) (First name) (MI)

Date of Birth: ______Age: ______years old

(Month) (Day) (Year)

Address: ______(# and Street Name) (City) (State) (Zip Code)

This application to represent my school in interscholastic activities is entirely voluntary on my part and is made with the understanding that I have studied and understood the Eligibility Standards that I must meet to represent my school and that I have not violated any of these standards. I understand that meeting the citizenship standards set by the school or being ejected from an interscholastic contest because of an unsportsmanlike act, could result in my not being allowed to participate in the next contest or suspension from the team either temporarily or permanently. I understand that if I transfer to another school my eligibility may be affected under the Georgia High School Association’s eligibility standards.