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PUYALLUP SCHOOL DISTRICT #3
Puyallup, Washington
2014-2015 School Year
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
COACHES MANUAL
FOREWORD
Athletics is an excellent means of bringing together home, school, and community, while contributing to the
personal growth, and education of students. The interscholastic athletic program should provide the
opportunity to compete in athletic contests with other schools; contribute in a positive way toward the total
development of participants; aid the student in acquiring new friendships; further community spirit; and
develop good sportsmanship.
The overall purpose of the Puyallup School District is academic growth and success. Athletics do not
supplant this purpose. It is the Athletics Departments expectation that students will make appropriate
progress toward academic expectations, requirement, and graduation.
Much of the success of the program depends upon the effective management and supervision of the program.
To that end this manual should assist all personnel in interpreting the program in the proper perspective and
serve as a reference source for carrying out responsibilities. An annual review of the policies and procedures
in this manual require the need to alter or expand the document. The ultimate objective is the betterment of
the athletic program.
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Rick Wells, Director of Athletics and Health/Fitness Puyallup School District
Puyallup School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination may be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources (253) 841-8764; Executive Director of Diversity Affairs (253) 840-8966;Title IX Coordinator (253) 841-8785; Section 504 Coordinator (253) 841-8700
PUYALLUP SCHOOL DISTRICT ATHLETIC BELIEF STATEMENT
The Puyallup School District believes that interscholastic athletics must provide the opportunity for students to develop physically, socially, and emotionally throughout their secondary school career. Athletics and participation in athletics is one of the primary reasons that students feel a kinship with their schools and is a contributing factor in both student classroom success and the desire to stay in school.
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FORWARD ..................................................................................................1
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................ 2-4
ATHLETIC STANDARDS AND POLICIES ...........................................5
Puyallup School District HS Athletic Offerings.6
Puyallup School District JH Athletic Offerings.6
School Board Policy and General Guidelines ................................................7
Puyallup School District Goals and Program Objectives ..............................8
Legal Duties ...................................................................................................9
Eligibility Standards .................................................................................... 10
Recruiting Policy - WIAA ........................................................................... 10
Indicators of Recruiting ......................................................................... 10, 11
Attendance Policy ........................................................................................ 11
PSD Nondiscrimination Policy .................................................................... 11
Puyallup School District Equal Opportunity Position ................................. 11
Hazing, Harassment Racial and Other Forms ........................................... 12
Position on Girls and Boys Participation
on Interscholastic Athletic Teams........................................................ 12, 13
Seventh/Eighth Grade Students on 9th Grade Team .................................... 13
Definition of Team Sports/Activities ........................................................... 13
Definition of Individual Sports/Activities ................................................... 14
Out of Season Athletic Participation
and Coaching Philosophy .................................................................... 14, 15
WIAA Board Policy Contagious Disease
(Including AIDS) and Contact Sports ........................................................ 16
Resident Students ................................................................................. 17, 18
Acceptance and Release of Students From/To
Other School Districts ............................................................................... 19
Equipment Care and Inventory .................................................................... 20
Facilities and Maintenance .......................................................................... 20
PSD Outdoor Facility Safety Inspection Checklist...21
PSD Indoor Facility Safety Inspection Checklist..22
PSD Guidelines for Summer Athletic Activities
CampsClinicsLeaguesTournaments) - General Guidelines ........... 23
General DescriptionDistrict Activity vs. Non-District Activity .............. 23
Non-Distrct Activity .................................................................................. 24
PSD Guidelines for Summer Athletic Activities
CampsClinicsLeaguesTournaments) - District Activity ................ 25
Social Media Expectations and Guidelines ........................................... 26, 27
ORGANIZATION AND PROCEDURES ............................................... 28
Athletic Registration Procedure Physical
Examination Requirements ........................................................................ 29
Sports Program Description - Goals ............................................................ 30
Special Program Descriptions by Sport for
Senior High Athletics .......................................................................... 31-37
Special Program Descriptions by Sport for
Junior High Athletics ........................................................................... 38-41
What a New Coach Needs to Do ................................................................. 42
Additional Pay Contract Info (Extra Duty form) ..................................... 43
Employee Resignation/Retirement/Leave of Absence form ........................ 44
Season Beginning & Ending Dates .............................................................. 45
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Organization and Procedures (Continued)
PSD School Closures Affecting Events ....................................................... 46
Discipline Philosophy and Procedures ........................................................ 46
Team Selection Process ............................................................................... 47
Guidelines for Determining Team Standards .............................................. 48
Letter Award Procedures ............................................................................. 49
Guidelines for District Supported Transportation
For Athletics and Activities ....................................................................... 50
Non-League Prior Approval & Field Trip Protocol ..................................... 50
Transportation Scheduling Procedures ..................................................... 51
Travel Rules for Athletes .......................................................................... 51
Responsibility and Procedure for Publicity ................................................. 52
PERSONNEL ............................................................................................. 53
WIAA/PSD Coaching Certification Expectations ....................................... 54
Expired Coaching Certifications .................................................................. 55
Coaches Standards and Certification ..................................................... 56-59
Coaching Expectations .......................................................................... 60, 61
Coaching Competencies ........................................................................ 62, 63
Coaching Evaluations .................................................................................. 64
Job Description - Director of Athletics .................................................. 65, 66
Job Description - High School Athletic Coordinator ................................... 67
Job Description - Jr. High Athletic Coordinator .......................................... 68
Job Description Jr. & Sr. High Head Coach ....................................... 69, 70
Job Description Jr. & Sr. High Assistant Coach ................................. 71, 72
Job Description - Volunteer Coach .............................................................. 73
INJURY AND SAFETY ............................................................................ 74
