This group will meet to discuss athletics, share ideas, ask questions, bring forward recommendations, and collaborate with the KSS Athletics Director, Mr. Wilson, to help strengthen the athletics program for students at KSS.
Represent PAC on the School's Steering Committee for installing a sport court to replace the previously removed basketball court.
Each individual secondary school is Responsible for the organization and management of their extra-curricular sports teams, under the direction of the athletic director, vice-principal or principal responsible for athletics, all under the supervision of their principal.
KSS belongS to the Vancouver Island Secondary Schools Athletic Association (VISSAA) and the North Vancouver Island Senior Secondary Schools Athletic Association (NVISSAA) and, when applicable, may participate in district, North Island and Island leagues and zone playoffs in their respective tiers, to be determined by BC School Sports (BCSS).
All sports teams will operate within the rules of BC School Sports, or the governing body of the specific sport.
The primary responsibility of an athletic director at the school is the administration and supervision of the extra-curricular athletic program of the respective school. The athletic director is directly responsible to the vice- principal or principal responsible for athletics.
QUALICUM SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD POLICY 506 - CONDUCT OF COACHES
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Context
The Board of Education understands that physical literacy is a developmental priority for all students, and that for many students one key aspect of that is athletics, including competitive sports. Where coaches are needed for athletics, whether those are school district employees or community volunteers, there is a clear expectation among students, families, community members and the school district that coaches are to respect the privileged relationship that develops between a coach and an athlete. It is well understood in all areas of society that the role of a coach must be of a high standard of morality, accountability and respect.
Policy
The Board, while grateful to all who volunteer, including staff and community volunteers, for the important work of coaching students in athletics, has a clear expectation that coaches will demonstrate genuine respect and high levels of morality in addition to providing the time and
expertise that comes with coaching.
Guidelines
The Board believes that:
Support for volunteer coaches is a critical element of ensuring optimal opportunities for growth and development of young people.
For many students, athletics can be the foundation for connection to school, and coaches play a central role in supporting positive athletic experiences for students.
The conduct of coaches is expected to be at the highest level, including through the example of positive social interactions and appropriate conduct in all aspects of coaching.
As role models, coaches are expected to set a high ethical standard for student athletes.
Coaches are expected to abide by all expectations defined by BC school sporting bodies including BC School Sports.
References:
Board Policy 506: Conduct of Coaches
Board Policy 700: Safe, Caring and Inclusive School Communities
Board Policy 302: Communities’ and Volunteers’ Involvement in our School District
Dates of Adoption/Amendments:
Adopted: 2015.11.24
Amended: 2021.04.27: Reviewed 2024.11.24
QUALICUM SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES TO BOARD POLICY 506 - CONDUCT OF COACHES
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Purpose:
The purpose of these administrative procedures is to provide clarity for coaches and school
sponsors of team and individual athletics in regard to expected conduct of coaches.
It is expected that all school coaches, including employees and community members, will:
recognize that school sport is an extension of the classroom and the school, and shall conduct themselves accordingly when performing coaching duties;
observe the Competitive Rules and Regulations of BCSS, and those of their local athletic association and applicable Sport Commission;
observe the rules of the sport, the spirit of the rules of the sport, and shall require studentathletes to do the same;
treat all participants fairly and equitably, by refraining from discriminating against any student-athlete with respect to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identification, sex or sexual orientation;
respect the rulings of officials without gesture or argument, and shall require studentathletes to do the same;
not use foul, profane, harassing or offensive language or gestures in the conduct of coaching duties;
not use physical force of any kind in the conduct of coaching duties;
not, under any circumstances, endorse, recommend, or suggest the use of performanceenhancing drugs or supplements by any student-athlete;
abstain from the use of tobacco or vape products, illicit narcotics and alcohol during times that they are engaged with student athletes including when responsible for them away from the school, and shall discourage their use by student-athletes.
ensure that all athletes and other students connected to the program (e.g. managers) abide by the school’s code of conduct and the Board’s Policy on Safe, Caring and Inclusive School Communities.
References:
Board Policy 506: Conduct of Coaches
Board Policy 700: Safe, Caring and Inclusive School Communities
Board Policy 302: Communities’ and Volunteers’ Involvement in our School District
Dates of Adoption/Amendments:
Adopted: 2015.11.24
Amended: 2021.04.27: Reviewed 2024.11.24
Please see the complete policy here: BOARD POLICY 705
Guiding Principles:
1. The Board supports the development of healthy and sustainable education-business relationships between the Board, its schools, and the community.
2. The Board encourages, businesses, corporations, labour, community and civic groups, government and educational agencies to seek collaborative partnerships.
3. All sponsorships/partnerships must be consistent with the values, principles, and objectives of the School District.
4. Schools, as learning communities, must not become vehicles for circulation of materials intended primarily for commercial gain, nor for propaganda materials that are inflammatory in nature or contrary to District values.
5. Instructional materials bearing logos and/or advertising promoting ideological and/or commercial interests are discouraged.
6. Partnerships over more than one school year or $25,000 requires a contract. (Refer to Board Policy 101: Projects – Tendering, Purchase and Disposal)
7. Commercial enterprises will not normally be permitted access to teachers and students either directly on school property or indirectly through the use of School District or school mailing information or systems. Advertising for the purpose of extra-curricular sponsorship may be permitted on a temporary basis, meaning for the duration of a single event, athletic season, or the school year, as approved by the school principal.