Student-Athlete Parent Informational Meeting 2019 - 2020 Gunn High School Athletics

1. Student-AthleteParent Informational Meeting 2019 - 2020Gunn High School Athletics

2. GENERAL INFORMATION Athletic Websitewww.gunnathletics.com • Forms and Procedures • Schedules • Directions to contests • Contact Information • Athletic Staff and Coaches

3. ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION • Curt Johanson, Athletic Director • cjohanson@pausd.org • Kevin Johnson, Athletic Assistant • kjohnson@pausd.org • Pier Angeli La Place, Assistant Principal Athletics • plaplace@pausd.org

4. Gunn High School Sports Medicine

5. Sports Medicine Staff • Head Athletic Trainer: Gagan Cheema, MA, ATC • Office Phone Number: (650) 354-8295 • Team Physicians: PAMF and Stanford Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital • Physician Assistant: Beth Ogilvie, PA, ATC • Palo Alto Medical Foundation (More info located on gunnathletics.com) • Volunteer Athletic Training Students

6. What is an Athletic Trainer? Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified, multi-skilled health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic trainers work under the direction of a physician as prescribed by state licensure statutes. The athletic training academic curriculum and clinical training follows the medical model. Athletic trainers graduate from an accredited baccalaureate or master’s Athletic Training program, and 70% of ATs have a master’s degree. (Referenced from the National Athletic Trainers Association Website, for more information refer to www.nata.org for The Guide to Athletic Training Services that describes the qualifications of athletic trainers and the clinical tasks they routinely perform in the delivery of quality health care). ATs work in various settings including: clinical, professional athletics, collegiate athletics, secondary schools, club sports, hospitals, PT clinics, etc.

7. Gunn Sports Medicine The Gunn High School Sports Medicine Department encourage and support the Gunn High School Athletic Department’s philosophy, sportsmanship, and commitment to the student-athletes’ success. The Sports Medicine Department strives to provide student-athletes with the highest quality of care to keep each student-athlete healthy and injury free. However, if there is an unfortunate case of injury or illness, the staff will provide quality medical care enabling the student-athlete to return to participation in athletics quickly, effectively, and safely.

8. What does my student-athlete need before practice? • Physical - Good for one calendar year • Registration at www.athleticclearance.com

9. SPORTS OFFERRED FallWinterSpring Football Boys Basketball Baseball Girls Volleyball Girls Basketball Softball Girls Golf Wrestling B/G Track Girls Tennis Boys Soccer B/G Badminton B/G CC Girls Soccer Boys Lacrosse Girls WP Cheerleading Girls Lacrosse Boys WP Dance Boys Golf Cheerleading Boys Tennis Dance B/GSwimming Field Hockey (2020) Diving Boys Volleyball

10. Why play high school sports? Research indicates student-athletes have: • Higher GPAs • Less drug/alcohol use • Fewer teen pregnancies • Lower drop out rates • Higher graduation rates • Fewer discipline referrals

11. INSIDEOUT INITIATIVE Founded by Joe Ehrmann(former NFL player and college coach) Sponsored by NFL Implemented in HSs and colleges across U.S. Based in belief that the purpose of athletics is to transform lives Gunn Athletics are educational-based programs

12. SPORTS… IMPACT THE STUDENT-ATHLETE AND THE COMMUNITY ENGAGE students, families, and communities in a shared experience with an emphasis on learning and growth PRESENT countless teachable moments where core ethical values such as caring, honesty, fairness, responsibility, and respect for self and others can be developed CONNECT students to caring adults in their learning community who foster academic success and human development PROVIDE students with opportunities for moral, social, emotional, and civic growth

13. YOUR EXPERIENCE Think of a coach who had a positive impact on you as a student-athlete What were some of the characteristics of that coach?

14. WHAT KIND OF COACH DO YOU WANT FOR YOUR DAUGHTER/SON? TRANSACTIONAL TRANSFORMATIONAL Mentor (inspire, guide, develop) Other-centered (service to student-athlete’s growth) Intrinsic values (character- human development) • Monitor (stats) • Self-centered (record about the coach) • Extrinsic values (win at all costs)

15. GOAL VERSUS PURPOSE • The GOAL of high school athletics is to teach sports skills, compete, and win • The PURPOSE of educational-based athletics is to transform lives and teach student-athletes life skills

16. Developing Performance Skills &Positive Character PERFORMANCE SKILLS CHARACTER SKILLS Honesty Integrity Respect Trust Empathy Acceptance Honor Service Kindness • Determination • Perseverance • Self-Control • Grit • Responsibility • Positivity • Resiliency • Focus • Self-discipline

18. The field, the court, the track, the pool deck… are the final classrooms of the day! What we tolerate, we approve of… What we ignore, we multiply… What we model, we teach… What we inspire grows!

19. ELIGIBILITY • Grades are checked quarterly • Must pass 4 one-credit courses during a quarter grading period to be eligible the next quarter • Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA from the preceding period. • If under the 2.0 GPA, eligibility waiver can be requested • Freshman are not eligible for a waiver • Only ONE can be granted by administration ever Parents need to track child’s academic progress If interested in athletic waiver information, the athlete should contact AP for Athletics

20. ADDITIONAL RULES • Must attend all practices unless excused • No hazing activities of any type allowed • Be on time for practices and games • Be respectful to all adults and peers • No stealing or vandalizing • Must not attend parties where drugs/alcohol are present

21. ABSENCES • Student-Athletes are students first • Athletics is aligned with administration in support for positive student attendance • Must attend at least one half day of classes to participate that day • Practice or game • Exceptions through A.D.’s office • Call or e-mail your coach if you are sick or if you are going to miss a practice • You are expected to be present at all practices (even when injured) unless excused by your coach • Release times managed by A.D., coaches, and attendance office

22. COMMUNICATION CHAIN • Athlete to Coach • Parent/Athlete to Coach • Parent/Athlete/Coach to A.D. • Parent/Athlete/Coach to A.D./Assistant Principal • Please do not hesitate to express concerns directly to the coach • Please do not try and speak to the coach before or after a practice or game. Please reach out to them the following day

23. The Need for Athletic Program Support and Donations Why Donate?

24. TRANSPORTATION • Not all teams are transported by bus • Some teams rely on parent/guardians drivers • Must have PAUSD Driver Proof of Insurance form on file with office • Needs to be completed each year • Contact the A.D. or Athletic Assistant for the form and information on driving

25. TEAMS AND COACHES 58 Teams all levels 78 Coaches all teams 3 Athletic Support Staff: A.D., Trainer, Athletic Assistant

26. Typical Gunn Athletic Expenses 97,000 – Equipment all sports 60,000 – Transportation 45,000 – Officials 22,000 – Entry Fees and Green Fees 17,000 – Dues CIF/CCS/SCVAL 12,000 – Training Supplies 10,000 – Staff Overtime 6,000 - Awards 2,500 – Security Games 1,200 - Postage/Substitute Teachers $272,700 – Total Expenditures

27. Typical Revenue $197,000 – Donations 50,000 – PAUSD Transportation 16,000 – Uniform Money 13,000 – Rentals 3,000 - Advertising 2,000 - Physicals $281,000 – Total Revenue -$272,700 - Expenses $8,300 – Remaining Balance

28. ATHLETIC DONATIONS • $250 – Set by PAUSD • Checks made out to Gunn Boosters • Donations set by the state of California • Voluntary Donation • Participation in sports is not contingent on donations • 82% of money comes from donations and outside revenue

29. Additional Expenses • Varies by Team • Uniforms the student-athlete keeps • Shoes, practice gear, etc. • Fundraisers (varies by program)

30. Participating in a Sport is a Privilege, not a Right

31. GO TITANS!