james w. robinson secondary school parent information night winter 2015-16

JAMES W. ROBINSON SECONDARY SCHOOL

PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT

WINTER 2015-16

Agenda

• Introductions• VHSL, FCPS, and RSS Policies• Certified Athletic Trainer• Athletic Booster Club• Breakout rooms- Team Policies

ACTIVITY DEPARTMENT STAFF

• DSA: Jeff Ferrell• Admin Assistant: Edna Clark• ADSA’s:

• John James (Athletics)• Andrew Jimmo (Athletics)• Steven Rothman (Clubs)

WINTER HEAD COACHESBOYS BASKETBALL: Brian Nelson (17th

year)GIRLS BASKETBALL: T.J. Dade (17th year)GYMNASTICS: Megan Smiley (10th year)INDOOR TRACK: Mike Kiernan (28th year)SWIM/DIVE: Michael Fones (9th year)WRESTLING: Bryan Hazard (20th year)

Coaches Requirements• Badged FCPS employees, FCPS Sports

Orientation• FCPS Sports First Aid, AHA Heartsaver

AED/CPR• Successfully compete Coaching Fundamentals

Course• Pass National Federation of High Schools and

VHSL Fundamentals of Coaching Exam• VHSL Concussion Education Coaches Program

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ACADEMICS

• Virginia High School League (www.vhsl.org) • Must pass 5 Classes to be eligible• Coaches will monitor academic progress• After school academic needs are OK – get pass to

give coach. Pass must include time arrived/time left.

FCPS PARTICIPATION POLICY

• Parent and student/athlete must sign and return• Covers student conduct and the use of alcohol,

tobacco and other drugs. 1st offense, 30 day suspension….2nd, out for the season

• Hazing is strictly prohibited• Must be in school ALL day to participate that day.

SPORTSMANSHIP

• Sportsmanship is all inclusive - Parents, coaches, athletes, students, and fans are expected to conduct themselves appropriately at all times

• We ALL represent Robinson• Do not condone improper language or behavior• Treat all opponents, teammates, coaches and officials

with respect• Wells Fargo Cup• Runner-up 2014-15, Champions 2013-14!

TRANSPORTATION

• All athletes and managers must ride with the team

• Special situations must be cleared with the coach

• Driver’s insurance must be on file if necessary

• Driver/Passenger Permission Form

SECURITY• Avoid bringing valuables• Electronic devices such as cell phones and

I-Pods should be locked up. • Students must have a lock.• Lock up EVERYTHING!

We will do our part, but the athletes must do theirs! It is a TEAM effort to stop theft!

Sources of Information and Important Dates

• www.robinsonathletics.com• www.fcps.edu/robinsonss/ • November 17: Pictures (Gymnastics, Girls

basketball, S/D)• November 18: Pictures (Indoor Track, Rifle,

Wrestling, Boys basketball)• November 26-29: Thanksgiving Break• December 21-January 3: Winter Break• January 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day• February 29: Winter Sports Awards Night

Thoughts for PARENTS

• What lessons do you want your athlete to learn?• Discipline• Teamwork• Time management• Accountability• Responsibility• Teammate

• Encourage your child to participate for the enjoyment of athletics

• How many parents played high school sports?• How many parents played college sports?• Scholarships (Dr. Greg Dale – Duke University)

• 95% of athletes will not receive one.• 65% of athletes are non Division 1• Your athlete has a better chance of getting an

academic scholarship.• If you do receive a scholarship the avg is

$10,000 over 4 years.• Ex. Soccer 9.9

Commitment to the program/teamCommunication:

We do not discuss playing time/strategyAny concerns must first be addressed by the player.

Athletes do not control playing time• They control effort, attitude and what kind

of teammate they are. We ask that parents not contact opposing schools directly with any concerns. Please contact us first.

Thoughts for PARENTS

• Be involved in more than one activity• Overtraining of Young Athletes• http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=zSRg

a0c7Z3c&vq=medium

Athletic Training ProgramJeff Perry, ATC

Deb Cassidy, ATC

Contacting the Robinson Athletic Training Program

• Training Room: 703-426-6818• Email:

• jgperry@fcps.edu• dkcassidy@fcps.edu

Assumption Of Risk

• There is inherent risk of injury in all sports• Not all injuries can be prevented• Even catastrophic injuries can occur in

any sport• A comprehensive Athletic Training health

care program has proven to influence a reduction in the severity of injury and prevalence of re-injury.

ATHLETIC BOOSTERS

• President Meg Gaffney-Smith• Introduce Booster Board Members• Goal of 100% membership for each

program• Parent liaison for each team• Volunteering is vital!• Support ALL the teams!

The Booster Club is run by a Board of Directors, who work closely with the Director of Student Activities and his staff. We supplement the school’s efforts to purchase equipment for all our students to use . Our financial contribution is directly related to the amount of participation we receive from you.

Photographs courtesy of Frank Ruth

The budget received from Fairfax County Public Schools only covers coaches’ salaries, athlete’s transportation and the officials at each event. All other funds are raised by us; the parents and students of Robinson.

Fundraising takes place year round in a variety of ways. The amount we raise directly impacts the equipment and facilities available to your child as a student athlete.

Uniforms for all teams

Weight room makeover

Communication and video camera equipment

Mats and gymnastics equipment

Concrete slab and bleachers

Softball scoreboard

Hurdles and track equipment

Field maintenance, sprinkler systems, mowers and blowers

As you see, the list goes on and on. Approximately 1,200 athletes use the equipment and facilities each year, so through normal wear and tear, these need to be replaced or upgraded.

New pads

In addition to maintaining our annual current level of commitment, the Athletic Boosters have embarked on a long term plan which will improve the facilities of Robinson Secondary. Many of these upgrades will provide additional opportunities to raise funds for our students, athletes and community use groups.

Breakout Rooms

• Boys Basketball – Russell Theatre• Girls Basketball – Media Center• Wrestling – Recital Hall• Swim/Dive – Gold Cafeteria• Gymnastics – E 109• Indoor Track – Blue Cafeteria