Dear Parent/Guardian and Athlete:
Name:_______________________________Age:_____ Grade: _______
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL ELIGIBILITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
PARENT/GUARDIAN PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE PACKET AND SIGN ON THE LINE BELOW
Welcome to Desert Hills High School’s athletic program. In order to establish eligibility, the student athlete is required to have on file with the Athletic Director all forms and documents required to participate in any sport offered by Desert Hills High School.
Attached in this packet are the eligibility requirements forms. The listed below will simplify the process.
Parent/Guardian Check List of forms to be signed and turned in to Athlete Director:
1. Liability waiver
2. Sports Participation Fee form
a. Football Fee and Equipment form
3. Uniform form
4. Fundraising information form
5. Parent/Guardian Permit form
6. Emergency Care form
7. Physical form
By signing below, I/we acknowledge that I/we have read and fully understand the requirements of myself and my student athlete, as noted in the "Keep the Following Information for Your Reference" pack. I also understand that if I have a question, I will contact the Athletic Director at 480-813-1151.
Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Student Signature Date
SPORTS PARTICIPATION FEES
An athlete participation fee of $75 ($150 for football) is required for all sports in order to offset the costs to operate a competitive interscholastic athletic program.
The participation fee must be paid in full before a player is issued a uniform/equipment and must be paid by the first game of the season.
Fees must be paid at the front office only. A receipt will be issued. The front office will notify the Athletic Director so the uniform/equipment can be issued.
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Player Name (print) date
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Player Signature
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Parent/Guardian Name (print) date
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Parent/Guardian Signature
*Desert Hills High School anticipates the ability to process credit card payments in the near future. However, if this feature is not available before the first game, the above rules apply.
THIS PAGE IS ONLY FOR FOOTBALL PLAYERS
DO NOT RETURN FOR ANY OTHER SPORT
FOOTBALL FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS AND EQUIPMENT RULES
The football fee is $150. Since required equipment is necessary for a successful practice, the player may be issued Desert Hills High School football equipment and uniform before the fee is paid. However, the player will NOT be allowed to play in the first game without payment in full. If payment in full is not received by the second game, the player will be removed from the team and the equipment and uniform will be returned to the Athletic Director.
Desert Hills High School issued equipment (shoulder pads and helmet) must be stored in the football storage area after every game and practice. This equipment is not to be taken home unless approved by the head coach.
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Player Name (print) date
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Player Signature
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Parent/Guardian Name (print) date
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Parent/Guardian Signature
*Desert Hills High School anticipates the ability to process credit card payments in the near future. However, if this feature is not available before the first game, the above rules apply.
FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENTS
Fundraising is required throughout season.
The Desert Hills High School Administration is dedicated to keeping the cost to our student athletes as affordable as possible. However, as mentioned in the attached parent letter, the sports program is a self funded program and fundraising is a requirement. Several opportunities will be presented to the student athlete throughout the season to help insure the student athlete will obtain his/her goal. Desert Hills High School Sports Program is always in search of new and fun fundraising activities. Please indicate below if there is an area of fundraising to which you would be interested in helping with.
I fully understand that my student athlete will be asked to participate in fundraising activities.
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Student Athlete Date
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Parent/Guardian Date
FOR PARENT/GUARDIAN:
Volunteers are needed to build a strong athletic program. Please indicate your level of interest in volunteering with the Athletic Program of Desert Hills High School.
____ Yes, I am interested in helping develop fundraisers.
____ Yes, I am interested in donating my time to help the Student Athletes in their fundraising endeavors.
____ Yes, I am interested in providing water and/or snacks during games.
____ Yes, you may call me if help is needed with athletic activities
____ No, I am unable to help at this time.
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Please print name Best number to be reached
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Best email to be reached
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL GUIDELINES FOR TEAM TRY-OUTS
1. A student may not participate in interscholastic sports if the student is 19 years of age before September 1st. This is an AIA and AZCAA state rule.
2. Team members will be selected on the basis of the coach’s evaluation of a candidate’s skill level, academic status and attitude.
3. Candidacy for team membership will be based on a minimum of a two day practice try-out evaluation and academic status. The coach may increase the days if desired.
4. Candidates will be informed of what is expected of them in terms of skills, grades and attitude in a pre-season meeting, set by the coach.
5. Candidates will be notified if they make the team after tryouts by an individual notification either by letter or discussion by coach..
6. Candidates must understand that the expenses incurred for shoes, physical examinations or other such necessities, does not guarantee team membership.
7. A student who is not eligible to try out for a team when official tryouts are held (due to grades, injury or other situation) may tryout for the team when he/she becomes eligible, if the coach, in consultation with the athletic director, permits a tryout at that time and is before the roster deadline required by the league..
8. ATHLETE’S PARENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY ASPECT OF PRE-SEASON TRYOUTS.
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN SPORTS
The academic policy applies to all students who choose to participate in Desert Hills High School Sports.
1. Snapgrades will be checked before tryouts.
2. A student is not allowed to tryout with a failing grade.
3. When and/or if a student brings up his or her grade before the end of try-outs, a student may tryout.
4. A student may try out after the conclusion of tryouts if coach and athletic director agree and if a student brings up his or her grade to passing.
5. A student's grades will be checked once a week, usually on Friday, on Snapgrades. An “F” at that time will result in game suspension till the grade is passing. It is also at the discretion of the coach to suspend a player from practice.
6. A student has two weeks from the first Friday after grade checks to bring grades to passing. If the student is still failing after the grace period, the student will be removed from the team.
7. An “F” on a final report card is an immediately removal from the team. Also, a student’s teacher may contact the coach or Athletic Director if he/she is failing anytime during the block. This too can render an athlete academically ineligible.
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL EMERGENCY CARE FORM
Athlete Information
Name:______________________________________ Age:__________
PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN INFORMATION
Name:________________________________________________________
Home Address: ______________________________________________________________
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Home Phone:_______________Work Phone: _________________________
Cell Phone:_________________
Emergency Contact: ___________________________ Phone:____________
Family Doctor: ________________________________Phone:____________
Health Insurance:_______________________________________________
Consent for Athletic Emergency Care
Be it known that in the event I cannot be reached, I, the undersigned parent or guardian of the student name above, do hereby give and grant unto any medical doctor or hospital my consent and authorization to render such aid, treatment, or care to said student as, in the judgment of said doctor or hospital may be required on an emergency basis, in the event said student should be injured or stricken ill while participating in an sport activity sponsored by Desert Hills High School.
It is hereby understood that the consent and authorization hereby given and granted are continuing, and are intended by me to extend thought the current school year.
It is further understood that any expenses incurred will be paid for by the parent of the student.
______ Yes, I give my consent ______ No, I do not give my consent
Parent/Guardian Date
Student Date
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL PARENT OR GUARDIAN PERMIT
Please check which sport your child is planning on participating in:
Basketball____ Football____ Baseball____
Soccer____ Cheer____ Softball____
Volleyball____ Summer program______ Chess_____
I give my permission for he/she to travel with the coach or other representative of the school on any authorized trips by means chosen by the principal or athletic director. I further knowledge that transportation is not always provided to events. However, when transportation is provided the student athlete must ride to and from the event in the provided transportation. Exceptions must be approved, but are not guaranteed, by the head coach in advance of departure. Therefore, I understand that I/we/student athlete is responsible for timely drop off and pick up at all location events.
I/We give our permission for _____________________ to participate in organized interscholastic activities, realizing that such activity involves the potential for injury which is inherent in all sports. I/We acknowledge that even with the best coaching, use of the most advanced protective equipment and strict observance of rules, injuries are still a possibility. On rare occasions, these injuries can be so severe as to result in disability, paralysis, quadriplegia or even death.
I/We acknowledge that I/we have read and understand this warning. I/We acknowledge that I/we have read and understand the above consent for emergency care.
Signature of Parent/Guardian:_________________________________
Date
Signature of Student Athlete:__________________________________
Date
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL PARENT PROTOCAL
Should a parent have a concern regarding his/her student athlete, a set protocol should be followed in hope of resolving the concern/issue. It should be noted that the selection of students to be a member on a school team is the prerogative of Desert Hills High School, mainly the head coach. Furthermore, it is also at the discretion of the coach to the amount of game time a player sees.
This protocol assumes the student athlete has already talked to the coach.
Concerns/issues should be handled in the following protocol:
• Contact the head coach
• If not satisfied, contact the school athletic director
• If not satisfied, contact the principal
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
1. Parents are to be supportive and positive at all games, home and away. Heckling the opponents, coaches, fans and referees is not acceptable.
2. Parents must refrain from talking with players and coaches during the game including halftime. This is a distraction to the player and coach.
3. Parents are not allowed to interact during tryouts or practice with players or coach. Tryouts and practice are considered closed.
4. Parents and student athletes are responsible for discussing, in advance, transportation to and from Desert Hills High School. Please respect the coach’s time by dropping off and picking up your student athlete on time. All student athletes must travel with the team to and from the event if transportation is provided. If other arrangements are made concerning transportation, the head coach must be notified in advance by a parent and is under no obligation to allow alternate transportation.
5. It is the parent’s responsibility to confirm game schedules and times with the athlete. The athlete will be given a copy of the schedule at the beginning of the season. The schedule can also be found on our website or on the league website: If a change in schedule is made, your athlete is responsible for communicating that information to you.
6. Before contacting the school, coach or administration, please confirm with your athlete that he or she does not already have the information. There are regular team meetings and athletes are informed of games, expectations and consequences.
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
A student’s eligibility for participation in school sports may be affected by the student’s conduct. Student athletes who violate school behavior expectations are subject to various disciplinary measures by their coach, the athletic director and the principal. The athletic director and/or the principal make the final determination whether a student is dismissed from a team for inappropriate conduct.
1. Conduct by the student during competition is to represent Desert Hills High School in the best light.
2. A referral by itself may not be sufficient cause to suspend a student’s participation in sports, however, depending on the nature of the infraction the coach is expected to take appropriate action once they are advised of the incident.
3. If a student has established a pattern of misconduct, regardless of whether or not a suspension was involved, the student is subject to being dismissed by the coach, athletic director or principal from all teams of which the student is a member.
4. Any out-of-school suspension results in an automatic suspension from all teams the student is a member for the duration of the suspension. Not only is the student suspended from playing, the student is also suspended from practices and attending games as a spectator. It is at the discretion of the principal to remove the player from the team for the remainder of the season.
5. In-school suspension discipline is at the discretion of the principal.
6. A student athlete that is not in school for all three classes (excused or unexcused) the day of a game is not allowed to participate that day.
7. Lack of practice participation can result in reduced game time. This is at the discretion of the head coach.
8. Athletes are to refrain from interaction with fans during the game, including halftime.
9. Behavior at all venues, home or away, must be becoming of a Desert Hills High School student/athlete.
10. Conduct by the student after school hours which reflects negatively on the school can have a bearing on the student’s ability to participate in sports. Any after school incident that involves areas such as cigarettes, drugs, alcohol, theft, assault, gang activity, etc., brought to the attention of the school (coach, athletic director, principal, assistant principal or staff) may be result in discipline action and/or dismissal from the team.
11. It is the athlete’s responsibility to communicate with parents and/or guardian to the required pick up and drop off times for transportation to games.
12. The athlete is responsible for informing parent/guardian of game schedule. Furthermore, any information that pertains to the team that is brought up at team meeting needs to be communicated to parents or guardian by the athlete.
Summer Basketball League 2010
Parents/Guardians;
For information on Desert Hills High School Summer Basketball please pick up a sports packet in the front office. Please read carefully, sign and return to coach or Athletic Director. A completed packet will indicate your student will participate in the summer basketball program. The packet needs to be turned in by Tuesday June 1, 2010.
The summer basketball practice program will begin Monday May 24th. Season goes from May 24th to the end of June. Games are Tuesday and Thursday at Sequoia High School. See attached game schedule
Practice will be on Mondays at Freestone Park. The exact time will be communicated in advance. Practice will run for an hour and a half. The coach is Eric Paliga and he can be reached at 480-414-7547.
The cost is $20 for the season. Please turn in the $20 at the first practice to Coach Paliga before the first game. Please make checks payable to Desert Hills High School. Desert Hills practice jersey will be used as game jerseys. If you do not have one, one can be loaned to you, or you may buy one for $25.
This program is designed to condition the student athlete for fall and winter sports. Emphasis will be on placed on conditioning. Therefore, this is a "no cut" program. However, play time during games is not guaranteed.
Transportation will not be provided to games or practice.
Please call 480-813-1151 if you have additional questions.
Sincerely,
Teresa Quinn
Athletic Director
teresa.quinn@
UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT INFORMATION SHEET
Uniforms and any equipment given to an athlete are the property of Desert Hills High School. The "pay-to-play" fee is not for purchase of a uniform.
As a member of any sports team at Desert Hills High School, the athlete is responsible for any and all uniform and equipment that is issued by the Athletic Director.
Uniform care information:
1. Wash uniform after every game.
2. While wearing Desert Hills High School Athletic attire, behavior and maturity must be exercised at all times in the public.
3. Wear uniform or a designated apparel on game day as set by the coach.
4. Desert Hills uniforms and equipment are not to be given to anyone on or off the team.
The full uniform must be returned to the Head Coach within 5 days of the final playoffs. If the uniform is not returned to the Head Coach one of the following will happen:
1. If accepted to another team at DHHS, a uniform will not be given till the past uniform is returned to the AD.
2. If the uniform is lost or if it is not returned, the cost to replace the uniform and/or equipment will be charged.
3. The principal may impose additional consequences.
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Parent/Guardian Date
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Student Athlete Date
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Parents/Guardian;
Your student has indicated that he/she would like to play on a Desert Hills High School sports team. This letter will outline the requirements to be accepted to the team. The attached information packet will detail Desert Hills High School’s student athlete expectations. Listed on this letter are a few highlights, but reading the entire packet is imperative to the success of your child in our sports program.
Desert Hills High School athletic program is Pay-to-Play, along with fundraising. Our school is required to cover all our costs to run the sports program. We are asking that all families consider contributing their school tax credit. However, if that is not feasible, the minimum amount to play a sport is $75 (Football $150). Fees are due by the first season game. Fundraisers will be described in detail in the attached packet.
Physical – all student athletes MUST have a physical on file with the athletic director by the first official practice.
Equipment/Uniform - each player will be given equipment/uniform that is the property of Desert Hills High School and must be returned at the end of the season. A uniform return meeting will be held within 5 days of the end of season. If assigned Desert Hills property is not returned your student will be ineligible to participate in future sports until the uniform is returned.
Academic Eligibility – a student must be passing all current classes. Please read attached requirements in full.
Attendance – a student must be enrolled in 3 classes during all blocks of the season of participation. Also, a student must be in attendance for the full day to participate in a game that day.
A separate expectation sheet (sport/coach specific) and game schedule will be distributed by the coach when available.
Schedules will be posted on the Desert Hills High School’s website
and the league website when available.
If you have any questions about Desert Hills High School’s sports program, please feel free to call me at 813-1151.
Sincerely,
Teresa Quinn
Athletic Director
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE
Participant’s Name_______________________________________________
Your son or daughter (the “Participant”) would like to participate in Desert Hills High School Sports Program as a player. Desert Hills High School requires each Participant’s parent or guardian (and if the Participant is 18 years of age, the participant) to sign this Acknowledgment and Assumption of Risk and Release. By signing this document you:
(1) Acknowledge that injury may result from the Participant’s participation in sports;
2) Represent The Leona Group Arizona, L.L.C., Desert Hills High School and their affiliates, schools, officers, employees and members (the “Leona Group”) that the Participant has no injury, illness or other medical condition that would prevent him/her from participating in sports or that would make it dangerous, harmful, or inadvisable for him/her to do so;
3) Assume the risk of and release and hold the Leona Group Arizona, L.L.C. and Desert Hills High School harmless from and against any and all liability for any physical or other injury or harm suffered by the Participant during or as a consequence of participating in the sports program; and
4) Agree that neither the Leona Group, L.L.C and Desert Hills High School nor the facility at which any game, or practice or other sports activity is held, nor any other person involved in organizing or conducting the games (including coaches, referees, and schools) shall have any liability or responsibility for any such injury or harm the Participant may suffer.
I have carefully read, understand and hereby agree to the above, and acknowledge that this agreement shall be binding on me, my spouse my children, legal representatives, heirs, successors and assigns:
Signature of Parent or Guardian:_____________________________________
Print Parent Name:________________________________________________
Signature of Participant (if 18 years of age or olders):_____________________
Date:____________________
DESERT HILLS HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC REQUIREMENTS FOR EARNING AN AWARD, VARSITY LETTER AND/OR CERTIFICATE
1. An athlete must participate in fundraising events organized by the coach or athletic department for their sport.
2. An athlete must finish the season in good standing with the team and must be enrolled or an early graduate to be considered for an award or recognition.
3. An athlete must display sportsmanship and conduct which exemplify the school to his or her opponent, spectators, teammates, and officials and must conform to practice and game rules/regulations as established by the school and the coach of that sport.
4. An athlete must participate to the coaches expectation at practice/training.
5. The athlete must return all equipment issued to him or her to the satisfaction of the athletic director.
6. In the In the event of injury or other legitimate extenuating circumstance a letter/certificate will be awarded by the recommendation of the coach to the Athletic Director.
7. Once a letter has been awarded, the athlete may at his or her own expense purchase a letterman jacket.
8. All athletes that participate on a varsity team and comply with 1-7 will receive a letter.
THE FOLLOWING ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADDITIONAL RECOGNITION
9. Super Cougar certificates will be given to all athletes who participate in and complete the season in three sports seasons of the year.
12. Trophies will be awarded to each team in the following categories: MVP, Most Improved and Coaches Awards chosen by the coaches of that particular sport.
13. STUDENT/ATHLETE OF THE YEAR is given to the outstanding male and female student/athlete. This award will be chosen by the coaches, Athletic Director and Principal based on the students participation in at least 2 sports season, is an upper classman and overall grade point average.
14. ATHLETIC DIRECTOR'S AWARD is given to an athlete that the Athletic Director chooses because of outstanding service to the Athletic Department at Desert Hills High School.
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
IF YOU ARE A JUNIOR, REGISTER NOW!!
BE YOUR BIGGEST FAN!
Prepare, prepare and prepare! Always practice like it is your last game and always play like a college recruiter is watching.
Make a portfolio:
1. Keep your own stats - don't expect anyone to keep them for you.
2. Have someone video tape a few of your games. Keep the footage available for colleges.
3. Search colleges - make sure you like the college as much as you like the sports - It is called the "Broken Leg Test - If you broke your leg and you couldn't play your sport, would you still like the college?
4. You don't have to play at a big high school to get to play college ball. Contact a college coach and invite him/her to watch your game.
Remind your college-bound student-athletes that they need to apply to the college or university they are interested in attending. Some student-athletes think that because they are being recruited or because they have registered with the Eligibility Center, they do not need to apply for admission. Continue to remind your college-bound student-athletes and their parents that athletics eligibility and admission to a college or university are two separate processes and that both need to be completed.
Now is the time for college-bound student-athletes in your junior class to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center if they pan on participating in college athletics. Early registration promotes positive planning and involvement, bypasses the last-minute rush and helps college-bound student-athletes avoid issues that may delay their academic and amateur certifications. The registration process is easy and can be done by:
1. Logging on the Eligibility Center's new website at ;
2. Selecting the "Fall 2010 or After" icon;
3. Selecting the "New Account" tab at the top of the screen; and
4. Beginning the registration process.
If you have any questions, the Eligibility Center has a toll-free line exclusively for high school administrators. The phone number is 877-622-2321.
Desert Hills Sports Talk
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SCHOOL YEAR 2010 - 2011
Desert Hills’ athletic program is charging forward to the Fall 2010 sports season. We continue to grow and expand the athletic program offered to our students. Fall 2009 brought our first JV volleyball team.
Desert Hills High School is an Associate Member of AIA - Arizona Interscholastic Association. AIA is the governing body of high school athletics in Arizona. Desert Hills High School is also an active member of the Arizona Charter Athletic Association.
SEE ATTACHED NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER INFO SHEET
Sports offered for 2010 2011 and past records in AZCAA
Fall:
Girl’s Volleyball Varsity and Jr. Varsity
1st place Bronze Division at 4th Annual Spike It Tournament 2009 2nd place league champs 2007; 1st place division and 3rd place state champs 2006; 2nd place state champs 2005; state runner-up 2004
8 Man Tackle Football
Semi-finalist 2009, 1st place division and state champs 2006; 3rd place state champs 2005
Cheer:
2003 State Champs
Winter:
Boy’s Basketball – Varsity and Jr. Varsity
1st place 2007-2008 Varsity, 3rd place 2007-2008 JV; 1st place Holiday Basketball Tournament 2007- Varsity; 1st place division and state champs going 31-0, 1st place Valley Tournament, 2005/2006; State 3rd place, 2004; 3rd place State 2006-2007
Girl’s Basketball
1st place Holiday Basketball Tournament 2005
Spring:
Co-ed Soccer
State Champions, 2004; 1st place league, 1st place State Champions, 2006, 2010 All Stars Champions
Boy’s Baseball
3rd place state Champions 2009, 1st place Skyline Tech Spring Tournament 2009, 3rd place state champs 2007, 2nd place state champs 2008
Girl’s Softball
2nd place Skyline Tech Spring tournament 2009
Summer:
Girls and Boys Summer Basketball Program
PICK UP A DHHS SPORTS PACKET IN THE OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Check out our school’s athlete website:
For schedules check out the league website: azcaa.
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