We believe that supplementing academics with activities enriches a student’s experience during high school and enhances their development as an individual. Because activities are an extension of the school day, students represent their school as a participant in those activities. Students are reminded that participation in activities is a privilege. Groups included with this agreement are: cheerleaders, associated student body officers, drill team, dance team, band, orchestra, choir, drama, knowledge bowl, and athletics.

STANDARDS: To be eligible to participate in interscholastic competition as a member of any team or activity approved by West Valley High School a student must be:

•      Passing all classes at each three (3) week grade check.

•      Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) classes. Any exceptions to the 6 class minimum must be approved by the principal.

SEMESTER GRADES: If a student gets one F grade at semester, that student will be ineligible to compete for one week at the start of the following semester unless the grade is modified before the end of said week. In accordance with the WIAA rules, a student with two or more F’s at semester cannot compete for five weeks.

PROCEDURE: At the end of the 3 week grading period, the grades of all students who are currently members of any WIAA sanctioned group will be reviewed. Any student who does not meet the standards will be ineligible from competition starting on the day following the report until the standard is met. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the coach/advisor when he/she become eligible by using a WVHS Eligibility Form. Academically in-eligible students cannot travel with the team.

SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT: Prior to the exclusion of any special education student from interscholastic competition under these standards, the West Valley High School MDT will meet and provide a recommendation that is consistent with a student’s IEP.

INCOMPLETES: For the purpose of calculating eligibility an incomplete (I) is considered as an “F” grade.

INCOMING NINTH GRADE STUDENTS: Students entering the 9th grade will be declared eligible for the first 3 weeks of the 9th grade year as long as they meet the WIAA standard.

TRANSFER STUDENTS: A student who transfers here from out of the district will be held to the same standards as a current WVHS student.

SUMMER SCHOOL: If a student has failed a class during the spring semester, he/she may make it up by passing a summer school class.

APPEAL: A student declared ineligible under the terms of these standards is entitled to an appeal. Within five (5) school days of notification of ineligibility the student/parent must submit to the building principal a written request indicating a desire to appeal the decision. The building principal will conduct the appeal hearing. 

Students are encouraged to take part in and/or attend school activities. GSL stickers attached to a student’s “free ID card” are required for all students who participate in athletics or activities that are supported by the Associated Student Body (ASB) funds or who travel to events at the expense of the ASB. ID cards are free and the GSL sticker may be purchased for $40.00 at the Business Office. The revenue collected from the sale of student GSL stickers is used to partially finance activity and athletic programs. If a student loses their ID card with an GSL sticker, a replacement can be purchased for $5.00. 

West Valley School District is committed to student achievement and providing educational excellence, and we feel that regular attendance is essential for student success in our educational program. If you know in advance that there will be a conflict with your student attending all classes during the regularly scheduled school day or the attendance expectations in general, please call the office or contact your student’s counselor directly.

Laws of the State of Washington specify that parents have the primary responsibility for ensuring the punctual attendance of their children at school. Students who are absent from school are required to have telephone/written verification from the parent or guardian. Parents should notify the attendance office the day of the student's absence, and MUST notify no later than 48 hours after the absence, to inform the school as to the nature of the absence by phoning the WVHS Attendance Hotline at 891-9169.

The West Valley School District Attendance Policy and the state of Washington define absences as follows:

I. EXCUSED ABSENCES:

Absences due to the following reasons must be excused within 48 hours by the parent/guardian:

1. Illness, health condition or medical appointment (including, but not limited to, medical, counseling, dental, optometry, pregnancy, and in-patient or out-patient treatment for chemical dependency or mental health) for the student or person for whom the student is legally responsible;

2. Family emergency including, but not limited to, a death or illness in the family;

3. Religious or cultural purpose, including observance of a religious or cultural holiday or participation in religious or cultural instruction; 

4. Court, judicial proceeding, court-ordered activity, or jury service;

5. Post-secondary, technical school or apprenticeship program visitation, or scholarship interview;

6. State-recognized search and rescue activities consistent with RCW 28A.225.055;

7. Absence directly related to the student's homeless or foster care/dependency status;

8.  Absences related to deployment activities of a parent who is an active duty member consistent with RCW 28A.705.010;

9. Absences due to suspensions, expulsions or emergency expulsions imposed pursuant to chapter 392-400 WAC if the student is not receiving educational services and is not enrolled in qualifying "course of study" activities as defined in WAC 392-121-107;

10. Absences due to student safety concerns, including absences related to threats, assaults, or bullying;

11.  Absences due to a student's migrant status;

12. An approved activity that is consistent with district policy and is mutually agreed upon by the principal or designee and a parent or emancipated youth.

II. UNEXCUSED ABSENCE:

1. An absence in which the parent/guardian verifies that his/her student was absent with the parent’s permission but the reason does not fall under the district’s definition of excused.  (Examples: Sleeping in, hair appointments, etc.)

2. Trips which have not been pre-approved or have been determined by the building administrator as not having sufficient educational value to justify the student missing regular classroom instruction and activities.

3. Absences which meet the definition of excused but notification of excuse is not given to the WVHS Attendance Secretary within 48 hours (by phone, note or email).

Automated calls: If your student has missed any period during the school day that has not been excused (recorded by the attendance secretary) during that same day, our automated attendance system will call the parent/guardian's home to make notification. In this case, please contact the office to excuse your student’s absence.

Student Procedures for Absences:

At WVHS, we believe students are more successful when they are interacting with peers and instructors. The expectation is that all students attend every class period unless arranged with the counselor/administrator/teacher. However, we do know appointments and other incidents arise throughout the school year. Students who have a legal reason (any reason stated above) to miss a planned instructional activity during the scheduled school day must have their parent or guardian's permission.  Failure to phone the attendance hotline with an excuse will result in truancy after 48 hours.

MAKE-UP WORK FOR EXCUSED ABSENCES

When a student misses a class, the expectation is that they complete the work necessary in order to keep pace with the learning and instruction being delivered. Each student will be given a reasonable amount of time in order to complete the missing work. At West Valley High School, a reasonable length of time means one day for each day absent. If a student is scheduled to be gone for 3 days or more, a parent or guardian may contact the school office to request homework for the days the student will be absent. Teachers will make every attempt to have the work to the office or posted in their Google Classroom within 24 hours of the request. It is the student’s responsibility to collect and complete all work from excused absences.      

III. EXCESSIVE ABSENCES - In accordance with Washington State attendance law RCW 28A.225, when a student reaches the equivalent of seven (7), but no more than fifteen (15) unexcused absences, that student must be referred to a Community Engagement Board (CEB). It is at this meeting that the student, board, parent/guardian and school representative must enter into an agreement.

TRUANCY: If a student is absent and no reason is given to the attendance secretary within 48 hours, a student will be marked truant.

Intervention for unexcused absences, missing scheduled class time, and truancy may include: 

1. The teacher will work with the student and family to reinforce class expectations.

2. The student may be referred to the Admin/counseling team to create a plan for success. 

3. The student may lose the opportunity for make-up work if absences are unexcused.

4. For truancies, intervention may include progressive corrective action, parent/guardian conference, referral to WVHS Truancy Board, possible in-school intervention/suspension, referral to the WVSD Community Truancy Board and court petition as per Washington State Law “Becca Bill” (SB 5439).

IV. TARDINESS AND TRUANCY:  Students are expected to be in their scheduled class and on time every day. We believe students must be in class when instruction begins at the bell in order to receive full benefit from a lesson. We believe students must learn job skills such as timeliness by practice and being held accountable. 

Tardy Information and Corrective Action: Tardiness to class of more than ten minutes causes the student to miss essential instruction and objectives. Even arriving to class a few minutes late can have an adverse effect on the student’s success. Administration will document tardies and provide guidance to the student for scheduling makeup time. Administration will also seek to problem solve with students/families if the tardies begin to negatively affect academic performance. If tardies continue, progressive discipline may be assigned.

If a student is 10 minutes late or more, the tardy will then be considered as truant. 

The safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school is the primary goal of the West Valley School District Transportation Department.  In order to effectively maintain a safe environment, rules and procedures need to be implemented to deal with incidents that distract the driver and cause disruption on the bus.  The following list outlines expectations of student behavior and is posted in all school buses:

1. Do not distract driver through misbehavior.

2. The driver has the right to assign seats.

3. Use quiet voices and no profane language.

4. Keep the bus clean; no food or drink.

5. Keep your hands to yourself - no violence.

6. Remain in your seat, keep the aisle clear.

7. Be kind to others.

8. Keep your hands and head inside the bus.

9. No smoking or tobacco products.

10. Do not destroy property. 

Failure to follow the expectations outlined above may result in transportation or building progressive discipline. The bus is an extension of the WVHS campus and all school expectations will apply.

BUS INFORMATION

School district buses pick students up and drop them off in the parking lot at the south end of the building.  Route and schedule information can be obtained in the office. Routes vary; further information can be obtained from the Transportation Department at 922-5467.

CLICK HERE to access WIAA modification for the 2023-2024 school year.

FOOTBALL

• Craig Whitney (Head Coach) 

• Lonnie Quirk (JV)

• Geoff Hensley 

• Doug Semler 

• Connor Whitney 

• Dan Dodge 

• Tereance Pope 

• Matt Royston

• Brad Krueger (Frosh) 

• Marcos Ahumada (Frosh)

CROSS COUNTRY

• Mark Esvelt (Boys Head Coach) 

• McCall Skay (Girls Head Coach) 

• Ty Brown (Assistant)

VOLLEYBALL

• Mark Weis (Head Coach) 

• Jeff Witherow (Var. Asst.) 

• Julia Gilcrist (JV)

• Crystal Palmer (Frosh) 

• Tony Collins (C1)

SOCCER

• CC Collins (Head Girls) 

• Pedro Diaz (Var. Asst. Girls) 

• Jason Abrams (JV Girls) 

• TBD (C Team Girls)

• CC Collins (Head Boys)

• Jami Otsby-Marsh (Asst. Boys) 

• Pedro Diaz (JV Boys)

WRESTLING

• Geoff Hensley (Head Coach) Mike Williams

• Matt Royston .5

• Matthew Mastronardi .5

• David Leeson .5

• Tanner Cassell .5

BASEBALL

• Cory Aitken (Head Coach) 

• Chris Kreider (Var. Asst.) 

• Rick Jones (JV)

• Bryan Andrews (C Team)

GIRLS BASKETBALL

• Tyrone Ashley (Head Coach) 

• Crystal Palmer (Var. Asst.) 

• TBD (JV)

• Ryan Leifer (Frosh)

• TBD (C Team)

BOYS BASKETBALL

• Mike Hamilton (Head Coach)

• TBD (Var. Asst.) 

• Jordan Gassman (JV) 

• TBD (Frosh)

• Craig McIntyre (C1)

SOFTBALL

• Dan Kolda (Head Coach) 

• Michael Kolda (Var. Asst.) 

• Courtney McDonald (JV)

TRACK

• TBD (Head Boys) (Head Girls) 

• Mark Esvelt

• Tyrone Ashley 

• Jim McLachlan 

• TBD .5

• Matt Colyar .5

• Kim Smith .5

• McCall Liberg .5

TENNIS

• Ned Fadeley (Boys Coach) 

• Chris Hilsabeck (JV)

• Blake Lynd (Girls Coach) 

• Crystal Palmer (JV)

GOLF

• Ty Brown (Head Girls Coach) 

• Craig Whitney (Head Boys Coach)

PROHIBITION OF HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING

 The district is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers and patrons, that is free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. “Harassment, intimidation or bullying” means any intentional written message or image, including those that are electronically transmitted, verbal or physical act, including but not limited to one shown to be motivated by race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, mental or physical disability or other distinguishing characteristics, when an act:

• Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property

• Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education

• Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment

• Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.

Nothing in this section requires the affected student to actually possess a characteristic that is a basis for the harassment, intimidation, or bullying. “Other distinguishing characteristics” can include but are not limited to: physical appearance, clothing or other apparel, socioeconomic status and weight. “Intentional acts” refers to the individual’s choice to engage in the act rather than the ultimate impact of the action (s).

Behaviors/Expressions: Harassment, intimidation or bullying can take many forms including but not limited to, slurs, rumors, jokes, innuendos, demeaning comments, drawings, cartoons, pranks, gestures, physical attacks, threats, or other written, oral, physical actions or electronically transmitted messages or images. This policy is not intended to prohibit expression of religious, philosophical, or political views, provided that the expression does not substantially disrupt the educational environment. Many behaviors that do not rise to the level of harassment, intimidation or bullying may still be prohibited by other district policies or building, classroom, or program rules.

Training: This policy is a component of the district’s responsibility to create and maintain a safe, civil, respectful and inclusive learning community and shall be implemented in conjunction with comprehensive training of staff and volunteers.

Prevention: The district will provide students with strategies aimed at preventing harassment, intimidation and bullying. In its efforts to train students, the district will seek partnerships with families, law enforcement and other community agencies.

Interventions: Interventions are designed to remediate the impact on the targeted student (s) and others impacted by the violation, to change the behavior of the perpetrator, and to restore a positive school climate. The district will consider the frequency of incidents, developmental age of the student, and severity of the conduct in determining intervention strategies. Interventions will range from counseling, correcting behavior and discipline, to law enforcement referrals. 

Retaliation/False Allegations: Retaliation is prohibited and will result in appropriate discipline. It is a violation of this policy to threaten or harm someone for reporting harassment, intimidation, or bullying. It is also a violation of district policy to knowingly report false allegations of harassment, intimidation, and bullying. Students or employees will not be disciplined for making a report in good faith. However, persons found to knowingly report or corroborate false allegations will be subject to appropriate discipline.

Compliance Officer: The superintendent will appoint a compliance officer as the primary district contact to receive copies of all formal and informal complaints and ensure policy implementation. The name and contact information for the compliance officer will be communicated throughout the district. The superintendent is authorized to direct the implementation of procedures addressing the elements of this policy.

CROSS REFERENCES: Policy 3200 Rights and Responsibilities

Policy 3210 Nondiscrimination

Policy 3240 Student Conduct

Policy 6590 Prohibition of Adult Intimidation, Bullying, or Sexual Harassment

LEGAL REFERENCE: RCW 28A.300.285 Harassment, intimidation, and bullying prevention policies

MANAGEMENT RESOURCES Policy News, December 2010 Harassment Intimidation and a Bullying Policy Strengthened

Policy News, April 2008 Cyberbullying Policy Required

Policy News, April 2002 Legislature Passes an Anti-Bullying Bill 

Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action

The District will provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promotion and training.  The West Valley School District complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of  race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, 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.

This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in education programs and/or extra-curricular activities.  

The West Valley School District, as a recipient of public funds, is committed to undertake affirmative action which will make effective equal employment opportunities for staff and applicants for employment.  Such affirmative action will include a review of programs, the setting of goals and the implementation of corrective employment procedures to increase the ratio of aged, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, women, and Vietnam veterans who are under-represented in the job classifications in relationship to the availability of such persons having requisite qualifications. Affirmative action plans may not include hiring or employment preferences based on gender or race, including color, ethnicity or national origin. Such affirmative action will also include recruitment, selection, training, education and other programs.

The current Affirmative Action Plan is posted on the District Website under Human Resources.

District Title IX Officer – Sabre Dahl sabre.dahl@wvsd.org  509-924-2150

Section 504 Coordinator – Dan Andrews dan.andrews@wvsd.org  509-922-5478

District Compliance Coordinator – Sabre Dahl sabre.dahl@wvsd.org  509-924-2150

For more information, go to the district’s Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy 5010.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Students and staff are protected against sexual harassment by anyone in any school program or activity, including on the school campus, on the school bus, or off-campus during a school-sponsored activity.

Sexual harassment is unwelcome behavior or communication that is sexual in nature when:

• A student or employee is led to believe that he or she must submit to unwelcome sexual conduct or communications in order  to gain something in return, such as a grade, a promotion, a place on a sports team, or any educational or employment decision, or

• The conduct substantially interferes with a student's educational performance, or creates an intimidating or hostile educational or employment environment.

Examples of Sexual Harassment:

• Pressuring a person for sexual favors

• Unwelcome touching of a sexual nature

• Writing graffiti of a sexual nature

• Distributing sexually explicit texts, e-mails, or pictures

• Making sexual jokes, rumors, or suggestive remarks

• Physical violence, including rape and sexual assault

You can report sexual harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Title IX Officer, who is listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). 

COMPLAINT OPTIONS: DISCRIMINATION AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT

If you believe that you or your child have experienced unlawful discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment at school, you have the right to file a complaint.

Before filing a complaint, you can discuss your concerns with your child’s principal or with the school district’s Section 504 Coordinator, Title IX Officer, or Civil Rights Coordinator, who are listed above. This is often the fastest way to revolve your concerns. 

Complaint to the School District

Step 1. Write Our Your Complaint

In most cases, complaints must be filed within one year from the date of the incident or conduct that is the subject of the complaint. A complaint must be in writing. Be sure to describe the conduct or incident, explain why you believe discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment has taken place, and describe what actions you believe the district should take to resolve the problem. Send your written complaint—by mail, fax, email, or hand delivery—to the district superintendent or civil rights compliance coordinator.

Step 2: School District Investigates Your Complaint

Once the district receives your written complaint, the coordinator will give you a copy of the complaint procedure and make sure a prompt and thorough investigation takes place. The superintendent or designee will respond to you in writing within 30 calendar days—unless you agree on a different time period. If your complaint involves exceptional circumstances that demand a lengthier investigation, the district will notify you in writing to explain why staff need a time extension and the new date for their written response.

Step 3: School District Responds to Your Complaint

In its written response, the district will include a summary of the results of the investigation, a determination of whether or not the district failed to comply with civil rights laws, notification that you can appeal this determination, and any measures necessary to bring the district into compliance with civil rights laws. Corrective measures will be put into effect within 30 calendar days after this written response—unless you agree to a different time period.

Appeal to the School District

If you disagree with the school district’s decision, you may appeal to the school district’s board of directors. You must file a notice of appeal in writing to the secretary of the school board within 10 calendar days after you received the school district’s response to your complaint. The school board will schedule a hearing within 20 calendar days after they received your appeal, unless you agree on a different timeline. The school board will send you a written decision within 30 calendar days after the district received your notice of appeal. The school board’s decision will include information about how to file a complaint with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

Complaint to OSPI

If you do not agree with the school district’s appeal decision, state law provides the option to file a formal complaint with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). This is a separate complaint process that can take place if one of these two conditions has occurred: (1) you have completed the district’s complaint and appeal process, or (2) the district has not followed the complaint and appeal process correctly.

You have 20 calendar days to file a complaint to OSPI from the day you received the decision on your appeal. You can send your written complaint to the Equity and Civil Rights Office at OSPI:

Email: Equity@k12.wa.us ǀ Fax: 360-664-2967

Mail or hand deliver: PO Box 47200, 600 Washington St. S.E., Olympia, WA 98504-7200

At West Valley High School, students are expected to manage their electronic devices and all other distracting devices in a manner that is respectful to staff and other students. A distracting device may be defined but not limited to fidget spinners, headphones, electronic communication devices, music players, Kendamas, etc.. It is expected that all devices are off (as not to ring, vibrate, or sound during class) and/or put away throughout the class period unless otherwise instructed by the teacher. Any student disrupting the educational process with a device may be subject to progressive discipline.

Student responsibilities:

• The student will obtain the approval signature of his/her parent or guardian.  This signature indicates the parent's belief that the activity is of such importance and value as to merit approval.  A current “Permit to Participate in Field Trips" form and the individual "Field Trip Form" must be returned to the sponsor of the field trip prior to the activity, complete with signatures. We cannot call for parent permission over the phone. 

• The student must assume the responsibility inherent in missing another teacher’s class. A student should check with each of his/her teachers for make-up work.

1. Honor Cords:

• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.6+ 

2. STEM Cords:

4 Years of Science (any; including Biomed/Intro to Engineering, etc)

4 Years of Math

3 Years in a dedicated Science CTE pathway (can be part of the 4 years of science, OR in addition to 4 years of science)

--Intro to Engineering, EDD, Physics

--PBS, HBS, MI

Students in grades 9-12 will be allowed to leave campus during lunch. Once a student chooses to leave campus, they will not be allowed back into the building until the five minute warning bell (signifies there are five minutes left of lunch). Students need to be aware that lunch is only 30 minutes long, and it is the responsibility of the student to be present and on time for their next class following lunch. 

West Valley School District Policy/Procedure requirements for Administration of Medication:

Under normal circumstances medication should be given at home, however if there exists a valid health reason, medication may be applied under the supervision of personnel - this includes prescription and over the counter drugs.

• Parent must submit a written request with written directions from a licensed health professional

• Request is valid only during the duration indicated on the request form; this will not exceed current school year

• Medication must be kept in the school office

• Medication is to be administered by the building principal, his/her designee (at least 2 per building) or the school nurse

• Schedule 2 medications (Ritalin, Dexedrine) must be delivered by parent, counted initially and counted weekly, and recorded on medication sheet

• Medications are returned to parents at the end of the year. Medication will be disposed of by the school nurse if not picked up by the parent at the end of the year

• Parent has the right to personally administer medication during school hours

• Adult-age students who have medication administered by the school may sign the form

• Inhalers are considered oral medication

• If it is deemed that the student must carry his/her own medication they must have detailed written information

• Medication such as eye or ear drops, ointment, suppositories, nasal sprays, or injections can only be given by family members, licensed nurses, or self-administered

• Diabetic children must have a care plan which will dictate conditions for administration of insulin at school. Students may be responsible for administering, if not the school nurse will assume the role.

West Valley High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) is an active service organization.  Each school year  NHS sponsors two blood drives, the academic awards ceremonies, the honor cord ceremony, teacher/staff appreciation activities, as well as numerous service and fundraising (in support of service) activities. A senior member in good standing is distinguished at graduation by wearing a ceremonial sash (stole) over his or her graduation gown. This sash is returned after the ceremony or the student may pay $30 to keep the sash.

A student becomes eligible to be invited to join NHS if she or he meets the following requirements:  

1. Attains class standing as a sophomore, junior or first semester senior;

2. Has been enrolled at West Valley High School for at least one semester;

3. Is able to demonstrate, by application or interview, that he or she represents all four of the standards of the National Honor Society: scholarship, service, leadership, and character;

4. Has maintained at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average;

5. Has been actively involved in at least three West Valley High School clubs, sports, and/or organizations since the beginning of 9th grade;

6. Has actively participated as a volunteer in at least four service projects (through school, church, community, or other service organization or through personal contacts and initiative);

7. Has been evaluated and subsequently recommended for membership by a faculty council and the executive board (NHS advisor and duly elected officers).

Once at the beginning of each year students are invited to apply for membership.

A student selected for membership in NHS must attend an induction ceremony to become an official member.

To remain a member in good standing, a member must:

• Maintain at least a cumulative 3.5 grade point average. (If a student’s grade point average falls below a 3.5, he or she will be placed on probation and have one semester to bring the grade point average back to a 3.5 or above.)

• Pay annual dues of $25 by a designated date.  Any student unable to pay the fee must consult the advisor. Not paying annual dues may result in dismissal from NHS.

• Actively participant in National Honor Society service and fund raising programs earning at least 30 service points each year of membership. Service points are awarded for meetings, activities, and projects sponsored by NHS or other valid service sought out personally by a member.

• Attend one of two monthly general meetings offered on the third Tuesday of the month (if changed or adjusted, students will know ahead of time and be reminded through different channels)

• Demonstrate personal integrity and character.  (Lapses in personal integrity and character will result in a member being placed on probation or, in the event of behavior that the advisor(s) and executive board deem damaging to the chapter, summarily dismissed from membership.)

Let the coaches coach! The players play! The referees ref!

Parent - Coach Relationship:  We are pleased that your son/daughter has chosen to participate in the West Valley School District athletic program.  We will do all we can to provide a positive experience for him/her.  A very important ingredient in achieving this outcome is to insure that lines of communication are developed to allow for free and easy resolution of questions before they become issues.  As a parent, you have a right to know what expectations are placed on your son/daughter.  This document is intended to spell out all levels of communications so that parents, coaches and athletes are aware of the steps they have available to resolve anything they think is or might become an issue.

Communication You Should Expect from Your Athlete’s Coach:

1. Philosophy of the coach

2. Expectations the coach has for your son/daughter

3. Locations and times of all practices and contests.

4. Team requirements:  equipment, off season training, etc.

5. Procedure to follow should your son/daughter become injured during participation.

6. Participant conduct code and consequences for not following these guidelines.

7. Requirements to earn a letter.

8. Disposition of lost/outstanding equipment at the end of the season.

9. Communication concerning your athlete’s role on the team and how he/she fits into the future of the program.

Communication Coaches Expect From Parents:

1. Concerns expressed directly to the coach first.

2. Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.

3. Specific concern in regard to a coach’s philosophy and/or expectations.

Appropriate Concerns to Discuss With Coaches:

1. The treatment of your son/daughter, psychologically and physically.

2. Ways to help your son/daughter improve.

3. Concerns about your son/daughter’s behavior.

At times it may be difficult to accept the fact that your son/daughter is not playing as much as you or he/she would like. Coaches are professionals who make judgment decisions based on what they believe to be the best for the team and all involved.  As you have seen from the list above, certain things can be and should be discussed with your son/daughter’s coach.  We ask that other things, such as those listed below, be left to the discretion of the coach.

Coaches Decisions:

• Playing time

• Team strategy

• Play calling

• Matters concerning other student athletes.

There are situations that may require a conference between the coach, the athlete, and the parent. These are to be encouraged. It is important the both parties involved have a clear understanding of the other person’s role and position. When these conferences are necessary, the following procedure should be followed to help promote a resolution to the issue of concern.

If You Have a Concern to Discuss with a Coach - Please Follow the Procedure Below:

1. Your son or daughter should first talk with the coach about his/her concerns.

2. Call to set up an appointment with the coach.

3. If the coach cannot be reached after a reasonable time, call the Athletic Director. He/she will arrange the appointment for you.

4. Please do not approach a coach before or after a contest or practice.  These can be emotional times for both the parents and the coach.  Meeting at these times usually does not work well for the coach, the parent or the player.

A.  PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE

1. Secondary school activity programs should reflect the attitudes of the community which supports them. The objectives of the activity programs must be in harmony with the community’s expectations and the students must, by their attitudes and actions, inspire pride and approval by the community.  In order to accomplish the aforementioned objectives and to operate in a climate devoid of disruptive influences with a community truly identified with its schools, it is necessary to develop and maintain a school/team and activity spirit which is based on a positive learning atmosphere for the total education program.

2.  The district recognizes that the student use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, controlled substances or other mood-altering chemicals as a significant health problem and illegal resulting in negative effects on behavior, learning, and the total development of each individual. The West Valley community considers these issues to be addictive and is concerned that drugs and alcohol affect the participant’s ability to interact with other students and this state of mind may cause a participant to make decisions that put others at risk.

3.  The close contact in school activities of advisors and coaches provides them with a unique opportunity to observe, confront, and assist young people. The district, therefore, supports education and awareness training in adolescent use problems, including the symptomatology of chemical dependency and special issues affecting district activities for administrators, athletic directors, coaches, advisors, participants and their families.

 B.  OBJECTIVES

1.  To promote and contribute to the goals of the total education program through the development of the physical, mental, social, and emotional  well-being of the individual participants, the realization that a healthy mind and body increases the probability of effective learning, and by providing a strong program that attracts student body interest and motivates a positive learning atmosphere.

 2.  To promote community interest and involvement in school activities by providing enjoyable experiences for participants and spectators, and by establishing rules and standards for activities which reflect behavior approved by the community.

 3.  To develop good citizenship and respect for rules and authority by experiencing principles of fair play, ethical conduct, and good sportsmanship, and by providing the opportunity for participants to adjust attitudes to reflect the team concept.

4.  To develop physical and mental excellence and understanding by encouraging leadership, initiative, and good judgment, and through the recognition of outstanding performance.

5.  To develop an understanding by students of obligations which arise when such students represent the school by encouraging conduct and behavior throughout the entire school year consistent with the objectives contained herein, and by requiring students who participate in secondary activities to represent the district at all times during the school year.

C.  RULES AND REGULATIONS

Students who participate in the activity programs in West Valley School District shall be governed by the rules of the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association, the specific rules and regulations listed below, and such other rules as defined by the coach of each activity.

1.  Activity Season: The rules and regulations defined herein apply to each student who participates in a WIAA sanctioned activity. Students shall be governed by the rules and regulations contained herein from the date that the activity begins (the first practice) and shall comply with these rules and regulations for the duration of twelve (12) calendar months.  Should a student violate these rules and regulations during a period of time that they are not actively participating in an activity or during an activity when the full penalty cannot be imposed, the discipline and/or penalties (or remaining portion thereof if the activity ends before complete imposition occurs) will be imposed during the next activity participated in by the student.  Should the student initiate participation in any activity, be disciplined or penalized for prior conduct, and thereafter terminate participation in such activity, the penalty and/or discipline imposed shall be carried forward and imposed during the next activity participated in by the student.

2.  Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco, and/or Nicotine Products and Delivery Devices:

• An activity student shall not use, deliver, possess, or be affected in any degree by tobacco  and/or nicotine products and delivery devices, alcoholic beverages, controlled substances, or illegal drugs. Such prohibition includes the use or possession of paraphernalia which may be used, or is intended to be used, with illegal drugs or controlled substances.

• An activity student shall not knowingly, or with reason to know, attend any party or other gathering where tobacco and/or nicotine products and delivery devices, alcoholic beverages, drugs, controlled substances or other mood-altering chemicals are being used.

•  It is not a violation of this provision for a student to be in possession of a legally defined drug specifically prescribed for the student's own use by his/her doctor.

 D.  WIAA STANDARDS

The West Valley High School staff believes that successful academic achievement must precede participation in athletics and/or activities. All students in extra-curricular activities must meet both WIAA and WVHS academic standards Eligibility based on grades will be checked every three weeks.

E.  STUDENT CONTRACTS

Each student and his or her parents/guardians shall be required, prior to the student's participation in any activity covered by this code, to enter into a contract providing for compliance with these rules and regulations and setting forth the penalty/discipline to be imposed should such rules and regulations be violated.

F. PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS FOR DRUG, ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AND/OR NICOTINE PRODUCTS AND DELIVERY DEVICES 

Penalties under this code shall be progressive.

• First Violation Penalty:  After the first violation the student shall lose eligibility for the next two (2) consecutive weeks of the activity, e.g., the competitive portion of any interscholastic season or series of performances in which the student is a participant.

The student will be recommended for assessment by a professional drug and alcohol counselor.  Participation in such counseling program shall not lessen the penalty for the violation.

Student participation in practice sessions during penalty period(s) shall be at the discretion of the advisor/coach.

•  Second Violation Penalty:  After the second violation, the student shall lose eligibility for the next six (6) consecutive        weeks of the activity, e.g., the competitive portion of any interscholastic season or series of performances in which the student is a participant.

The student will be recommended for assessment by a professional drug and alcohol counselor.  Participation in such counseling program shall not lessen the penalty for the violation.

This Activities Code is in effect for every student participant throughout the entire school year, beginning with the student’ participation in activities, including all turnouts and/or practice sessions that may occur before or following the regular academic calendar for the school year.

NOTE:  Each violation of this Activities Code will be recorded as a discipline report and kept in a personal file in order to establish a basis for progressive discipline.

G. PROCEDURES PRIOR TO REMOVAL

If a student is to be removed from an activity covered by the Secondary Activities Code, the teacher/coach imposing such discipline and the principal/designee shall review informally the proposed discipline prior to its imposition.  Upon its being imposed, the student, parent(s), or guardian(s) who is/are aggrieved shall be entitled to use the grievance procedure for discipline contained in the Student Responsibilities and Rights policy. 

Students driving to school and intending to park their vehicles on the school premises must register their vehicle and receive a parking permit from the WVHS business office. To register a vehicle, students must complete a WVHS student parking permit form. Once registered, the parking permit must be displayed on the rearview mirror of the vehicle at all times. Students failing to abide by the WVHS parking guidelines may have their parking privileges revoked and/or towed.  Reasons for revocation and/or towing may include, but are not limited to, parking outside of designated student parking areas, parking with vehicle tires on curbs or in landscaping, unsafe vehicle operation on school property, “sharing” and/or using unauthorized permits. Student parking is available on a “first come, first served” basis. No exemption exists for students to park in designated staff or visitor parking areas. 

The link to the digital form is as follows: Student Parking 

At the start of each school year, seniors are able to reserve numbered parking in the south lot for $30. This will be on a "first come, first served" basis. If spots remain, reservations will open to underclassmen. The money collected supports each classes prom.

Visitors are prohibited during the school day.

West Valley High School welcomes volunteers who are a vital part of our school. There are a variety of ways for parents to become involved at the high school level without solely working in the classroom. Your kids still need you.  It is critical that you have the opportunity to know the operations of the school, the staff, and the other students your student may "hang with."  We offer you that opportunity and encourage you to become involved. All volunteers must fill out a volunteer application, Washington State patrol form and an immunization history.  Our receptionist can provide you with the needed forms. Forms must be completed and district authorization received before any volunteer work is done.