Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC), a division of the Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS)

4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4.26 SPORTS AWARDS POLICIES The CIAC will: a. Select awards for all CIAC -sponsored sports. b. Develop an annual budget for awards. c. Negotiate and issue contracts for all awards. d. Consider and act upon sports committee requests. e. Regulate and evaluate all awards against a uniform set of criteria. Criteria 1. Awards to teams and individuals for all sports must be equitable as to type. 2. In all sports which feature competition between individuals, CIAC will award medals for no more than six (6) competitors. (Exception: in boys and girls cross country open meets, meda ls will be awarded for places 1 through 25.) 3. Members of winning and runner- up teams will be awarded medals. Number of medals awarded to individuals in each sport will be determined by the Sports Awards Committee. 4. Medals will not be awarded for outstandi ng individual accomplishments other than for order of finish in an event. 5. There will be no merit awards for teams in any sport. 4.27 SPORTSMANSHIP Member schools are expected to conduct their relations with each other at all levels of competition in a spirit of good sportsmanship. Everyone involved has the obligation to see clearly his/her influence and act accordingly. The CIAC acknowledges that the school administration is responsible for the athletic program, including the making o f broad and specific policies and procedures relating to sportsmanship and the conduct of activities in the school. To that end, the CIAC urges each school principal to adopt the following sportsmanship procedures and standards for their school and to cha mpion the “Class Act” sportsmanship program as these standards will be used in all CIAC post- season contests. CIAC Sportsmanship Guidelines The CIAC Standards for sportsmanship as defined in the Class Act program are found at http://ciacsports.com/site/?page_id=10438 . 111 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4.28 PROCEDURES FOR WELCOMING/TREATMENT OF OFFICIALS 1. Continually check the arbiter for officials assigned to games on a weekly and daily basis. 2. Be conscious of contacting officials on same day weather related changes. Notify officials a minimum two hours prior to the game time. 3. When appropriate, based on the game, there should be a designated parking area for officials. Please communicate the location of this parking area. 4. There may be times when officials would need to be escorted to their car after the game. 5. Officials should be greeted by the athletic director or their designee. For contests where there is no administrative presence, the official should be greeted by the home team coach. This may happen more frequently at sub -varsity contests. 6. The home team representative and the official should discuss who is responsible for the site and where the home team representative will be located. 7. Payment procedures and forms (including arbiter pay) should be concluded prior t o the start of the game. 8. In sports with half times, the school site representative and the official should discuss where the officials should go at half time. 9. If the official needs to be escorted to the half time area, the school representative should have access and a key to that area/room. a. The half-time area could be used for pre- game conferences. b. The half-time area could be used for dressing/showering facility. c. The school representative should keep all other people out of the officials room. 10. Any special events, presentations or celebrations should be made known to the officials. (e.g. senior night, 1000 point scorer, extended half- time, etc.) 11. The athletic trainer should introduce themselves to the official. Athletic departme nts should have an Emergency Action Plan, communicate that plan to all coaches and be prepared to invoke the plan in case of emergencies. 12. Game control – Coaches, officials and athletic directors, by the nature of their positions have great influence over the control of the game. They must exert this influence on the game in a positive manner by showing complete respect for each other at all times. 13. If there is an unruly spectator, the official should not engage with that individual. The school site repre sentative should address any spectator misbehavior. The official, should they become aware of such an individual, should inform the school site representative. 14. Communicate with police and security personnel as to their role at athletic contests. 112 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4.29 CIAC GUIDE TO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN COACHES AND OFFICIALS CIAC athletics is an education -based endeavor. Sports are a continuation of the classroom and as such should foster the most positive learning experiences as possible. Both coaches and officials are the adults most accountable for assuring good sportsmanship. Communication between coaches and officials becomes vital to the effective operation of athletic events. The responsibility is on both parties to wor k together constructively, professionally and positively, especially since they serve as role models for student- athletes. Coaches and officials represent the integrity of their sports. As a part of the overall educational experience, both must display exemplary conduct on and off the field or court, but most especially when acting as agents of high school athletics and representatives for their school and the CIAC. Both Coaches and Officials Need to : 1. Have respect for the game and understand that this e x perience belongs to the kids . 2. Address each other professionally, even if you know each other personally. 3. Greet each other professionally. Don’t hug, muck it up, or show other signs of fraternity that give the impression that you are there for any other purpose than to do the job. Perceptions start before the game. Do not give the impression that you have a special relationship other than coach- official. 4. Have a productive pre-contest meeting. The pre- game meeting with coach and captains are used to deliver the message that good sportsmanship is expected by all stakeholders at all times. 5. Post contest, say goodbye discreetly. No hugging, pats on the back or handshakes. 6. Follow the proper channels when dealing with lingering issues. Other than during the game situation, t here should be no communication of any kind between coaches or officials. Contingent issues should be dealt with between the athletic di rector and the official’s assigner. 7. A void discussing the game in any other context, even if you are personal friends, other than when you are at the event performing your duties. 8. Avoid holding grudges left over from previous games. Officials Need to : 1. Understand that the game you are assigned to on any given night is very important to the participants. 2. Know the situation – Be aware of body language and the tone of your voice. Attempt to build a relationship of respect. Non -verbal behaviors can escalat e or de -escalate a situation. It should never come down to coach versus official. Body Language – eye- to-eye contact, tone and choice of words are critical. 3. Don’t react – but respond – Answer questions and acknowledge statements. Communication should be a response and not a reaction. Be professional and respectful and listen. While effective communication is a key part of the coach-official dynamic in the game, it doesn’t require engaging in conversation throughout the contest. 113 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4. Be authentic – We are all human and capable of a “bad night”. You should embody fairness, honesty, and an openness to communicate rather than being seen as robotic or too businesslike. 5. Do not respond to a coach on every whistle. Avoid anticipating coaching motives. Don’t assume a coach has a motive to their techniques of asking questions. Remain neutral. Don’t attempt to influence or appear overly friendly with coaches. Find a balance. 6. Avoid responding to everything a coach says if there has been an increase in conversations. It is a balancing act. Try to communicate but every play does not deserve an explanation. Respond to legitimate questions. 7. Actions speak louder than words. Officials should strive to excel at their craft. Using approved signals and me chanics, understanding positioning and overall rules knowledge will garner respect from coaches and fans. 8. Use the technical unsportsmanlike penalty call when necessary for the sake of integrity of the game. When feasible, give coaches a chance to intervene, and correct a player before it gets to the point of issuing an unsportsmanlike penalty. 9. When feasible give a w arning to the coach rather than issue an unsportsmanlike penalty immediately. 10. Process unusual or difficult situations between officials and take the time to explain the call to both coaches. 11. H ave a feel for the game. Don’t overreact. Unnecessary penalties fo r sportsmanship are counterproductive. Understand when to assert yourself. 12. Make sure your communication is clear and effective. Speak clearly but don’t shout. Avoid arguments: a. Listen first b. Don’t engage with volatile coaches. c. Use one liners – “I had a clear view coach”, “coach I’m 100% sure”, “coach you’ve made your point that’s enough”, Or say “ENOUGH!” and walk away. d. It’s ok to admit a mistake. e. Don’t ignore a coach’s concern. f. Walk away after issuing an unsportsmanlike penalty. g. Use captains to help with relaying messages. 13. Hustle. Being in position to make the call is not only critical for getting it right, but also eliminates much of the criticism. 14. Avoid giving off the impression of arrogance. Be approachable. 15. Improve communication skills so exp l anations are short and effective. Head coaches are entitled to an explanation of all unusual rulings or situations and the following information for all fouls. a. Na ture of the foul or penalty. b. A brief description of the act. c. The number or position of the offending player. 114 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION d. The enforcement and the result of the enforcement. If the play is unusual, or the rule is something not seen often, give a full explanation to both sidelines. When you talk to one coach, make sure you offer to talk to the other. Explaining unusual rulings can diffuse situations later. 16. Assistant coaches and other authorized sideline personnel (e.g. athletic trainers, chain crew, photographers, athletic directors, security personnel, etc.) are not entitled to any information from the officials. However, saying things like, “I don’t talk to assistant coaches,” shows a lack of respect and professionalism. 17. If asked by the head coach for an explanation, give it, and allow it to be heard ... don’t walk a way after giving a curt answer. 18. Address the coach as “Coach”. Don’t use first names or nicknames. Coaches Need to : 1. Attend the pre -g ame meeting with the officials and captains. The head coach should attend the pre - game meeting. Not the assistant coach. By sending the assistant coach to the pre- game meeting you are disrespecting the officials and sending the message that sportsmanship is not important to you. 2. Have the head c oach shake hands with opponent players, coaches and officials; not the assistant. If the head coach has the assistant shake hands you are sending the message that sportsmanship does not deserve your attention. 3. G ame control is not only the responsibility of the officials. Game control starts on the sidelines and works its way onto the field or court. Realize that players and spectators take their cues from you. 4. Understand that you are not “owed” an explanation by the officials. Their job is to call the game and if they feel there is not time or purpose to giving you an explanation then you need to move on. If you’re asking for an explanation, allow the official to explain. Don’t walk away. 5. Be responsive to warnings by the official. If the official tells you “That’s enough!” then it is time to let go of the issue and stop complaining. 6. Never get an unsportsmanlike penalty. Unnecessary penalties against the coach are counterproductive. Keep your cool. Penalties only hurt your team, tarnish your reputation, and make the school look bad. 7. C all the official by name in a manner that is acceptable according to the culture of your sport. (“Ump”, “Blue”, “Ref” in some sports. In others, calling them by their name is acceptable.) 8. Constant complaining or “officiating from the bench” is not effective communication. Pick your spots. Coaches will quickly lose credibility. 9. Assistant coaches should never address the officials, only the head coach. 10. Never attempt to purposefully get an unsportsmanlike call against yourself in an effort to motivate your team, or “fire up” the crowd. It is completely unacceptable and has no place or purpose in high school sports. A coach who does so should face corrective disciplinary action from the school’s athletic director. 115 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 11. Know the personalities of your players, especially the more volatile student-athletes, and try to circumvent problems before they occur. 12. Communicate fairly. Questioning an official in anger by yelling at officials from a long distance is inappropriate. Your approach is important – be discreet; avoid broad gestures such as waving your arms. If you need an explanation from an official, wait until one of them are in close proximity. Question discreetly and fairly. 13. Do not question the integrity of officials (e.g. stating the fouls/penalty counts or ask that the game be called “the same at both ends”). These actions suggest and infer that the officials are cheating. 14. Make adjustments to how the officials are calling the game. If you feel the officials are calling the game “too tight” or “letting too much go” help your players to adjust by coaching them on it. 15. Intimidation is bad sportsmanship. The edge you should s trive for is in having the best -prepared and trained team possible. 16. Remember that your job is to coach your players. When you argue or complain excessively, you are not doing your job to instruct kids. You can’t be thinking about what to say to an offic ial and while instructing your players. The real job is to instruct players. When things don’t go well for the team, it is an opportunity to teach them to work through difficult situations. Most people find more difficult situations in their real life t han they do in sports. So using adverse sports situations as a teaching tool is a good way to transfer the lessons of a difficult sports situation into a lesson on how they can grow as a person. 17. Know the rules. By having a strong, in-depth understanding of the rules for your sport, you will avoid many misunderstandings. Know what can and cannot be corrected. Anticipate trends – These are due to rule changes and adjustments to a sport. Coaches need to be aware and understand rule changes and the rationale for them. References and Sources – Referee Magazine September 2020 and February 2021. Pomperaug High School Athletic Handbook. 4.30 TOURNAMENT BALLS – OFFICIAL The following game balls must be used in all CIAC tournament games from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027. Football -- Spalding Alpha Football (Game ball) (Item # 72-6758) Soccer -- Spalding TF-5000 (Item #64 -7929) Volleyball -- Spalding TF- VB5 – Red/White/Blue (Game ball) ( Item #72 -1338) Volleyball -- Spalding – TF- VB3 – Red/White/Blue (Practice) (Item #72 -1418) Boys’ Basketball -- Spalding TF1000 Legacy (Item # 74-7169) Girls’ Basketball -- Spalding TF1000 Legacy 28.5 (Item #74 -7359) Baseball – Spalding TF Pro Baseball (Item #41 -100HS) Softball -- Dudley WT12 Y FP (Item #43 -873) 116 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4.31 SUBMISSION OF TOURNAMENT ROSTERS Member schools wishing to participate in CIAC tournaments must submit their tournament roster listing al l the student -athletes from their eligibility list who will or may be participating for the member school in any round of the tournament competition. T he roster must be submitted via the Online Eligibility Center or the “submit scores/forms” option under the CIAC for coaches menu at ciacsports.com by the deadline stated in the sport’s tournament information packet and must include all information request ed on the submission form. By submitting your tournament roster, you are certifying that these student -athletes are physically, academically, etc. eligible. 1. In sports where individual athletes are seeded or entered based on records, qualifying marks, or a like method , changes may be requested via a support ticket prior to the time the tournament is seeded and the seeding information is posted for viewing by the general public. In such cases the school will be subject to an administrative fine for not ent ering their information correctly prior to the deadline. Because any changes after the point of seeding and posting will affect other athletes and schools and allow for the potential of manipulation, NO changes to school/team entries will be allowed after the point of posting seeded information. 2. In team sports where individual athletes are not seeded, if a school uses an athlete who was not included on the school’s official tournament roster submission or added to the roster prior to the team playing a game in the tournament but was on the school’s official eligibility list, met all eligibility standards at the time of the game, and the addition of said athlete(s) to those included on the roster would not put the school over the limit for the number of student- athletes allowed on a school’s roster in the sport, the school will be subject to an administrative fine for not entering their information correctly prior to the deadline. If this situation arises the school must notify the CIAC office via an online support ticket no later than 24 hours after the game and request the necessary adjustment(s) to the school’s roster. 4.32 ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION AT TOURNAMENT EVENTS Schools must provide supervisory personnel at all CIAC tournament contests commensurate with the magnitude of the contest. The size of the anticipated crowd at tending from your school, the rivalry of the opponent and the distance to travel to the site should all be considered. The CIAC should always be contacted for guidance. Below is a list of responsibilities the participating school needs to perform. Pre -contest: 1. Contact the site director and discuss contest details. (Time doors will open, estimated number of spectators attending. Pre- sale tickets sold, identify the supervisory leader, etc.) 2. Arrange for the appropriate number of supervisors. 3. Re ad the CIAC sportsmanship script over the public address to the student body. During the contest : 1. Upon arrival make certain the supervisory leaders identify themselves to the site director. 2. Seat supervisory personnel within the student section and lend a hand to any on-site personnel dealing with an issue. (We prefer you handle issues with your students.) 3. Make certain a clear separation is maintained between your school spectators and any opposing school’s spectators. 117 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION Post contest 1. Be available at the very conclusion of the game to be visible to the student body to avoid them “storming” the floor, field, etc. 2. Assist with any post game ceremony. 3. Do not leave the contest until a majority of your students and players have left. 4.33 FINE POLICY Penalties – The Board of Control may impose penalties on member schools in addition to the fines listed below when rules violations dictate -- probation, prohibition and suspension. 1. E ligibility Violations *Violations of Rules of Eligibility, Article IX – CIAC By -laws, inclusive, .................................................................. $100.00 per player per game Maximum to $500.00 *Violations CIAC regulations as described in the CIAC Handbook .................................................................. $250.00 per incident Maximum to $750.00 *Recruitment Violations .................................... $1,000.00 to $10,000.00 per incident *Failure to comply with CIAC Player/Coach Disqualification Ejection Policy ................................................................... $250.00 *Violations of Sports Committee game and tournament regulations as described in individual sport information brochures and publications ............ $250.00 2. Administrative Violations *Filing of athletic schedules, administrative forms, eligibility lists, and after the deadline ................................................................... $50.00 *Roster submission errors correctable under rule 4.37... $50.00 *Failure to comply with regulations which affect tournament outcomes .................................................................... $1,000.00 *Incorrect tournament information provided to sport committees .................................................................... $500.00 This fine schedule does not preclude the CIAC Board from determining fines for violations not specifically covered above. In all cases these amounts are minimum and may be increased by the CIAC Board. Punitive monetary fines not to exceed $10,000.00 may be imposed. 118 4.0 ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION 4.34 ELECTRONIC GAME REPRODUCTION AND PHOTOGRAPHY A. CI AC Tournament Contests 1. Recording or filming tournament games by participating schools is permitted, provided the film will not be used for broadcast purposes and prior arrangements are made with the CIAC site director. 2. Recording or filming by spectators: --Shall be for personal use --Shall not interfere with the view of the athletic contest by other spectators. --Equipment will not be permitted in any playing area – only in spectator seating area. --Equipment shall not create a safety hazard. --Violations of this regulation may result in removal of offender(s) from the premises. 3. Recording or filming/ broadcasting for commercial purposes: --Commercial enterprises wishing to broadcast any CIAC tournament contest in any round must submit the broadcast application available online and receive prior approval from the CIAC. --Permission to broadcast any CIA C tournament event, in any format, must be granted by contacting John Holt, Director of Media/Sports Information. 4. Recording or Filming for Commercial-free, Non-profit Purposes: --Non -profit commercial enterprises must have prior approval from the state to urnament director. Application online at casciac.org. No fees are charged. 5. Photographing for a commercial venture is prohibited unless approved by the CIAC. 4.35 ELECTRONIC GAME SCORE SUBMISSION In order to ensure that standings and rankings on both the CIAC’s websites and other sites which draw their data from us are timely and accurate, all regular season scores must be entered online on the same day the game is played. It is highly recommended that scores are entered from the site as soon as the game ends. Scores may be entered via the online eligibility center, the “submit scores/forms” option of the “CIAC for Coaches” menu at ciacsports.com, or the “Submit Scores” button in our ciacmobile.co m mobile site. Entering scores at ciacsports.com or ciacmobile.com requires either a coaches or scorekeepers access code, those codes are managed via the online eligibility center and can be retrieved from a school’s athletic director. 119 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS Page 5.1 Schedules, Regular Season ...................................................................... 121 5.2 Rules for Out -of-State Contests ................................................................ 121 5.3 Postponed Games ................................................................................. 122 5.4 Completion of Regular Season Schedules ..................................................... 122 5.5 Religious Holidays and School Activities ..................................................... 122 5.6 Season Limitations Regulations Relative to Scheduling ................................... 122 A. Firs t Day of the Week .................................................................. 122 B. Game Limitations / Season and Weekly ............................................. 123 C. Compliance with Weekly Limitations on “Outside” ............................... 123 D. Unattached Status (Definition) ........................................................ 123-124 E. Game Limitations / League Playoffs ................................................. 124 F. Post Season League Tournament Postponements (Sunday) ...................... 124-125 G. Team and Individual Practice Requirements ....................................... 125 H. Practicing with Another CIAC Team by an Athlete ............................... 126 I. Scrimmage (Definition) ................................................................ 126 J. Jamboree (Definition) .................................................................. 126 5.7 Season Limitations Policy / Committee ........................................................ 127 5.8 Game Limitations and Practice Dates Calendars............................................... 128 -131 A. Boys 2023-2024 ......................................................................... 128 B. Girls 2023-2024 ......................................................................... 129 C. Boys 2024-2025 ......................................................................... 130 D. Girls 2024-2025 ......................................................................... 131 120 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 5.1 SCH EDULES, REGULAR SEASON The C IAC has no jurisdiction over regular season interscholastic scheduling problems except as they relate to violation of CIAC policies. Schedule of interscholastic contests within CIAC season limitations is the responsibility of individual schools and/or leagues. Sche dules for all sports in which the CIAC sponsors championships must be submitted, and kept current when game dates and/or time change, via the password -protected online eligibility center. No games may be added to the schedule that count for the tournament after the first play date in each sport. Games played after the last date to count will NOT be used in determining CIAC tournament qualification or rankings. Scho ols are expected to resolve the conflicts between themselves and make the necessary changes to their schedules prior to: Fall – May 26, 20 23 Winter – September 29, 2023 Spring – January 26, 2024 Fol lowing the date for resolving conflicts, schedules will be given to officials assigners and made available to the general public. At this time officials will be assigned. Changes to schedules may be made following this date as long as they are in acco rdance with CIAC regulations for the specific sport, and are approved by both participating schools. Every effort should be made to reduce schedule changes that are not weather- related. 5.2 RULE S FOR OUT -OF -STATE CONTESTS 1. Scrimmages vs. out-o f-s tate schools cannot count as a game. 2. CIAC member schools cannot form a co-op with an out-of-s tate school. 3. CIAC member schools can send students to an out-of-state clinic providing they follow the rules for camps and clinics. 4. In all sports, schools must include their contests versus out-of-s tate schools on their sch edule and abide by the schedule submission deadlines for that sport. 5. In all sports, schools must adhere to the weekly and seasonal limitations for that sport. Contests versus o ut-of-state opponents count toward weekly and seasonal limitations. 6. Out-of-state games will count for CIAC tournament qualification only when the opponent is a member of the state association and their state association governs the sport. a. If the state association governs the sport but does not adhere to the same exact NFHS rules for that sport as the CIAC then that contest will not count. Example: If a school plays a basketball game vs. an out-of-state opponent that uses a 30 sec. shot clock instead of a 35 sec shot clock that game cannot be included in the school's record for state tournament qualification. 7. Understanding and compliance with the out-of-s tate rules i s inherent as part of the membership agreement and therefore schools will no longer be required to submit an “out-of-s tate” s chedule form. 8. Non-c ompliance will result in a fine. 9. If a contest against an out-of-s tate team is cancelled during the season, member schools will not be permitted to add a game to their schedule. 121 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 5.3 POS TPONED GAMES Whil e the CIAC supervises, regulates and controls the interscholastic athletic activities of the member schools both individually and collectively, it has never, at any time in its history, had any involvement in either the formation or governance of athletic leagues beyond the already established requirement that the league member schools abide by CIAC rules and regulations in league operation. Thus, i n keeping with this basic principle, the two guidelines that follow are offered as effective methods that can be used by leagues and schools to control postponed games. When contests are scheduled among two or more league teams, the league should determine the definition of what constitutes a postponed game. When contests are scheduled among two or more non-league teams, the principals of the schools involved should mutually determine what constitutes a postponed game. Note : The CIAC Board approves the use of Sundays after 12:30 p.m. for make- up games in all sports upon the mutual agreement of both schools. 5.4 COMP LETION OF REGULAR SEASON SCHEDULE S Member s chools must make every effort to complete their season as scheduled, including make-up games. Any effort to gain an advantage by not playing a game is unacceptable and subject to action by the CIAC Board of Control. Cancellation of any regular season contests/make -up to play in a league tournament will not be allowed. 5.5 RELI GIOUS HOLIDAYS AND SCHOOL ACTIVITIES The Board of Control has been asked on many occasions to provide direction to its membership regarding the scheduling of school activities so as not to conflict with religious holidays. The Board of Directors advises that it is not within its province to oversee the school calendars of the individual school districts throughout the state. In planning CAS- CIAC state activities the Board attempts to avoid conflicts with major religious holidays, or other major activities of statewide importance but it is not always possible. The Board, therefore, urges that the individual schools be sensitive to the social and religious mores of their individual communities and that they plan their school and student activities calendar so as not to conflict with the extra -school needs of large numbers of students, or to place them in the extreme position of having to choose between their religion and a major school activity. Please note that CIAC publishes dates three years in advance and schools should plan accordingly when scheduling school events such as proms to avoid conflict. Athletes should also be apprised of testing dates that do not conflic t with their sport. 5.6 SEAS ON LIMITATIONS REGULATIONS RELATIVE TO SCHEDULING 5.6.A. F IRST DAY OF THE WEEK Sunday i s to be considered the first day of a calendar week for all sports. 122 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 5.6. B. GAME LIMITATIONS / SEASON AND WEEKLY The limit in the number of games /contests per season is to exclude games /contests played with alumni (one per season) and games /contests in CIAC -sponsored tournaments, and league sponsored and administered playoff games/con tests . Please call the CIAC office if you have questions about alumni games. The limit of games per week is to exclude postponed games /contests, one league playoff game /contest and games/contests played in CIAC -sponsored tournaments. 5.6. C. COMPLIANCE WITH WEEKLY LIMITATIONS ON “OUTSIDE” COMPETITION With increased frequency athletes are competing “unattached” in approved “outside” competition over a two or three -day period. In most cases where this happens a participant would qualify on the first day and then compete again on the second and/or third day. A com petitor competing in a one, two or three day outside meet/tournament shall have that meet / tournament count as one of the allowable weekly competitions. When a two or three day meet is conducted on both a Saturday and Sunday, a choice may be made as to which week it will count as one of the allowable weekly CIAC competitions. However, for Friday through Sunday events it must count in the week containing the Friday. If a one, two or three day outside meet / tournament is conducted within one week, the one charged weekly competition must be counted within that week. 5.6. D. UNATTACHED STATUS (DEFINITION) A st udent- athlete may participate in practices or contests in cross country, golf, gymnastics, indoor track, outdoor track, swimming, and tennis as an individual and not as a member of a team during the authorized contest season without loss of interscholastic eligibility provided the following criteria are met: 1. Compl ianc e with weekly limitations for the specific sport. (Exception: golf) 2. In cross country, gymnastics, swimming, indoor track, outdoor track and tennis, no more than four (4) unattached outside meets per season are permitted. In the sport of golf no more than eight (8). Athletes in these sports may practice but not compete as a member of a non- CIAC team during the season. Such practices may not interfere with or replace member school practices. 3. Prior approval of athletic director, coach, principal and paren t. 4. Prior arrangements to complete academic lessons, assignments, tests, etc. 5. Student and parent agree to not accept, directly or indirectly any awards, gifts, trips, merchandise, etc., which would be in violation of CIAC regulations. 6. Athletes will not miss any CIAC -sponsored tournament contest for which he/she is eligible unless excused by the CIAC Board of Control. It is the philosophy of the conference that student- athletes owe loyalty to their school and team. During the regular season, the school admi nistration will make the determination as to whether a student- athlete may be excused from a contest to attend an event as an “unattached” competitor. The o utside event will be defined as a team event and, therefore, become a violation of the in -season rules, if any of the following criteria is met: 123 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 1. The at hlete’s performance contributes to a team score. 2. The athlete wears the same apparel, or the same style and color clothing as other athletes or wears a similar logo. 3. The same group of students participate in a competition where they advance as a team. 4. The athlete’s name is part of a roster that is submitted to the event as a group. 5. The athlete qualifies as an individual for an event but represents a club, organization, municipality, or state, along with others, in a competition. 5.6. E. GAME LIMITATIONS / LEAGUE PLAYOFFS A. Wee kly limitations may be extended by one (1) contest during one week only for the purpose of running a league tournament. At no time may weekly limitations exceed three (3) or four (4) * total regularly scheduled games and tournament games combined in any one week. League playoff games are excluded from the season limitation. *Depe nding on the weekly limitations per sport. B. Leagu e to urnament games will count for CIAC tournament qualification under the following conditions: • Gam e(s) must be included in the maximum regular season game limitations for the sport. • Game(s) must be listed on the regular season schedule submitted to the CIAC in accordance with the time lines established by CIAC sports committee. Those contests should be identified by the title of the tournament in which the team may qualify. • Game(s) must be played prior to the last day established by the CIAC for tournament qualifications. • Game(s) played as a third contest with another team during the regular season will not count for tournament purposes. C. Lea gue tournament games will not count for tournament qualifications under all other conditions. 5.6. F. POST SEASON LEAGUE TOURNAMENT POSTPONEMENTS (SUNDAY) As i s the case with the regular season, Sunday play of league tournament games/meets (post season) is permitted in accordance with the following policy: 1. Your l eague must approve Sunday play. 2. No Sunday game/ meet may start before 12:30 p.m. 3. The Saturday postponement must be weather- related. Also, if a weather- related postponement makes it necessary to reschedule the semi -finals to Saturday, the final game (originally scheduled for Saturday) may be rescheduled for Sunday. POS T SEASON LEAGUE TOURNAMENT POSTPONEMENTS – QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 1. The qua rter -final round of the league basketball tournament, scheduled for Saturday, is snowed out. Is it permissible to reschedule this round on Sunday? Yes, but after 12:30 p.m. 124 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 2. The l eague wrestling tournament is scheduled for Saturday. If a weather -related postponement occurs, may the league reschedule this event for Sunday? Yes 3. The se mi -final round of the league baseball tournament is rained out and rescheduled for Saturday, the date reserved for the final game. May the final game in this case be rescheduled for Sunday? Yes, since the finals were originally scheduled for Saturday and it had to be moved as a resul t of a weather-related postponement. 4. May a l eague elect not to permit Sunday play? Absolutely. This is a permissive policy and leagues may decide to prohibit Sunday play in any or all league tournaments. 5.6.G. T EAM AND INDIVIDUAL PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS CIA C member schools are required to ensure that all student- athletes are properly conditioned and prepared prior to their first athletic contest. All sports teams and individual athletes must have a minimum of ten (10) physical / exertional school pract ice days before the date of the first scheduled competition. (Exception – Golf) An in dividual athlete must participate in a minimum of ten (10) practices prior to competition unless the athlete has been participating in a sport – for example a football p layer in the CIAC championship series that overlaps with a winter sport would not be required to complete ten (10) practices prior to competition. No t eam/athlete shall practice / compete with their school more than six (6) consecutive days to provide a day of rest. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays may be used unless prohibited by local board policy. Practice Limitations Questions and Answers 1. May I h ave a film session or chalk talk on the day of rest? Yes, as long as there is no physical / exertional activity such as weightlifting or conditioning. 2. When do es the seven (7) day cycle requiring a day of rest begin? The cycle begins the first date you begin your full practice regimen. It does not include conditioning week for pitchers and catchers or football. 3. How do I plan my day of rest if we have a postponement of a game due to weather and a workout day is necessary pre- empting the day of rest? This CIAC regulation for providing a day of rest is in effect for regularly scheduled practice days and games. Postponements for inclement weather would not have an impact on this regulation. 4. May I h ave ten (10) consecutive days of physical / exertional practices if I give my team two days off? No, a day of rest must be with a seven day cycle to avoid seven consecutive days of practice/competitions. 125 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 5.6.H. P RACTICING WITH ANOTHER CIAC TEAM BY AN ATHLETE Dur ing each sport season players who are members of a CIAC team may not practice with another CIAC school in the same sport unless it is sanctioned by the principals of both schools or it is an approved activity governed by other CIAC rules and policies. Players who have ended their competitive season are not allowed to practice with another CIAC school in the same sport unless prior written permission is given by the principals of both schools. However, school teams may continue to practice until the end of tournament season. 56.I. S CRIMMAGE (DEFINITION) – A Practice Contest A scri mmage is a practice and is to be treated as such. Teams must have a minimum of three (3) days of practice prior to scheduling any interscholastic activity . In football five (5) days of conditioning practice plus three (3) days of practice in full pads is required before any interscholastic activity. Scrimmages are not to be used as a way to add a game to a school’s schedule that does not count towards seasons limitations. Scrimmages may be conducted under the following regulations: 1. Scri mmages are informal practice competitions where the coach(s) may interrupt play to provide instruction. 2. Scrimmages are not bound by length of game regulations. 3. Scrimmages are practices; therefore, they are not bound by National Federation Rules. 4. Scrimmages may be conducted any time during the season including the post- season – the period from the conclusion of the regular season to the end of the tournament. 5. A school may not enter a tournament and call the game(s) a scrimmage. 6. Game uniforms shou ld only be worn in the last scrimmage prior to the start of the season. 7. Officials may be used. 8. A scrimmage must be considered a scrimmage by both teams – no one may count a scrimmage as a regular season game. This includes scrimmages with out -of- state teams. 9. Scores are usually kept by quarter / period / inning and not as a regular game. Any cont est, including a tournament that is called a scrimmage that is actually played as a game will be considered a CIAC violation. 5.6.J. JAM BOREE (DEFINITION) CIAC Def inition – A jamboree is a pre-season, non-CIAC contest among three or more teams in which no team may play more than the equivalent of the regulation time established for that sport, and no team may participate against the same opponent for more than one- half of the normal regulation time established for that sport. The purpose and conditions of a jamboree are as follows: 1. For mal contest that simulates game conditions, officials are present. 2. Team may not play more than the total regulation time for that sport and no more than ½ of the regulation time against any one opponent. 3. Published on an announced schedule. 4. Must meet all game conditions established by CIAC. 5. May not be held earlier than the 3 rd day of practice. 6. Must be sponsored by a CIAC member school. 7. Admission to contests may be charged. 8. Usually announced in newspapers and results reported in newspapers. 9. Uniforms usually worn, score and time usually kept. 10. May not be conducted after the first scheduled contest of the regular season. 126 5.0 SCHEDULING AND SEASON LIMITATIONS 5.7 SEA SON LIMITATIONS POLICY / COMMITTEE The es tablishment of a standing committee whose responsibility is to regulate all dates for all sports , impartial comprehensive coordination the CIAC has recognized as a need as its programs and tournaments continue to increase in number and capacity. The Seasons Limitations Committee will: 1. Estab lish all starting and closing dates for all sports in as equitable a manner as possible. This sh all be scheduled a minimum of two years in advance. 2. Deal w ith any concerns which are related to these dates. 3. Estab lish the specific seasons sports are to be played after seeking the advice of the relevant CIAC sports committee. 4. Cal endars will show, on a seasonal basis, the starting dates for practice and interschool competition, the closing dates for the regular season and the final dates for post season competition. It will be the responsibility of the seasons limitations committee to set the limits regarding maximum games per season, games per week, and last date for games to count for tournament qualification. 5.7 GAM E LIMITATIONS AND PRACTICE DATES CALENDARS 127 BOYS 20 23-2024 CIAC GAME LIMITATIONS AND PRACTICE DATES Fir st Date of Maximum Minimum Maximum Last Date Practice First Games Games CIAC Games to Count Sport Date C ontest Season Tournam ent Per Week Tournament Tentative Tournament Dates Cr oss Country Aug. 24 Sept. 7 14 4 2 Oct. 2 6 Class Oct. 28; Open Nov.3 ; NE Nov. 11 Fall G olf Aug. 14 Aug. 22 16*** 10 3 Oct. 1 8 Divisional Week of Oct. 23; NE Nov. 6 Foo tball See below Sept. 7 10 8 1 Nov. 23 Quarters Nov. 28; Semis Dec. 3; Finals Dec. 9 (Conditi oning – See below) Soccer A ug. 24 Sept. 7 16 10 2 * Nov. 2 Qual. Nov. 4; Begin Nov. 6; Finals Nov. 18 , 19 Bas ketball Nov. 30 Dec. 14 20 12 2 * Feb. 27 Qual. Mar. 1; Begin Mar. 4; Finals Mar. 16, 17 Ice Ho ckey Nov. 27 Dec. 11 20 12 2 * Feb. 29 Begin Mar. 4 ; Finals Mar. 14 , 18, 19 Ind oor Track Nov. 30 Dec. 14 14 1 2 Feb. 5 Class Feb. 8, 9, 10 ; Open Feb. 17 ; NE Mar. 2 Swi mming Nov. 30 Dec. 14 18 4 2 * Mar. 2 Qual. Mar. 9 ; Class Mar. 12, 13 , Open Mar. 16 (tentative pending facilities) Wre stling Nov. 27 Dec. 11 18 ** 8 2 Feb. 8 Class Feb. 16, 17; Open Feb. 23, 24; NE Mar. 1, 2 (** 8 of 18 may be multi -meets) Bas eball Mar. 16 Mar. 30 20 12 3 May 23 Qual. May 25; Begin May 28 ; Finals June 7, 8 (Conditioning Mar. 9) Gol f Mar. 16 Mar. 25 16*** 10 3 May 29 All classes June 3, 4, 5; Open TBA Lacro sse Mar. 16 Mar . 30 16 10 2 * May 2 2 Qual. May 24; Begin May 29 ; Finals June 9 Ten ni s Mar. 16 Mar. 30 20 10 3 May 2 2 Classes May 24, 25, 28, 29, 30; Open June 1, 3, 4 Track M ar. 16 Mar. 30 16 1 2 M ay 2 2 Class May 28, 29, 30; Open June 3 ; NE June 8 ; Decathlon June 11, 12 Vo lleyball Mar. 16 Mar. 30 20** 12 3 May 2 3 Begin May 28 ; Finals June 6 (**3 of 20 may be non-counting Multi -team tournaments) Important Holidays WHE N PLAY DOWN GAMES ARE NECESSARY, THESE Labor Day – S eptember 4, 20 23 / Thanksgiving Day -- November 23 , 20 23 / Memorial Day – May 27, 20 24 GAMES WILL BE SCHEDULED PRIOR TO THE FIRST TOURNAMENT DATE LISTED ABOVE. * Exception: May schedule three (3) contests in a week four (4) times during the regular season . ***Exception: Boys golf may schedule “in-season tournaments” on two additional dates that will not count toward qualifying for the state tournament as a team or as individuals. Req uired practice days – Team – 10 days / Individual – 10 days -- Sunday practices may be counted to fulfill the 10 day requirement. All sports teams and individual athletes must have a minimum of ten (10) physical/exertional practice days with their school before the date of the first scheduled competition . No team/athlete shall practice/compete with their school more than six (6) consecutive days to provide a day of rest. Saturd ays, Sundays, and holidays may be used unless prohibited by local board policy. FOO TBALL – ORGANIZED TRAINING ACTIVITIES (OTA’s) – Thursday, August 10; Friday, August 11; Saturday, August 12, 2023 (SUNDAY, AUGUST 13 IS PROHIBITED) Conditioning Week – Monday, August 14, 2023 First Contact Practice – Saturday, August 19, 2023 128 GIRLS 20 23-2024 CIAC GAME LIMITATIONS AND PRACTICE DATES Fir st Date of Maximum Minimum Maximum Last Date Practice First Games Games CIAC Games to Count Sport Dat e C ontest Season Tournament Per Week Tournament Tentative Tournament Dates Cr oss Country Aug. 24 Sept. 7 14 4 2 Oct. 2 6 Class Oct. 28; Open Nov.3 ; NE Nov. 11 Fiel d Hockey Aug. 24 Sept. 7 16 10 2 * Nov. 2 Qual. Nov. 4; Begin Nov. 6 ; Finals Nov. 18 Soccer A ug. 24 Sept. 7 16 10 2 * Nov. 2 Qual. Nov. 4; Begin Nov. 7; Finals Nov. 18 , 19 Swi mming Aug. 24 Sept. 7 18 4 2 * Nov. 4 Qual . Nov. 11; Class Nov. 14, 15 ; Open Nov. 17, 18 (tentative pending facilities) Vo lleyball Aug. 24 Sept. 7 20 ** 12 3 Nov. 2 Begin Nov. 6; Finals Nov. 18 (**3 of 20 may be non-counting Multi-team tournaments) Bas ketball Nov. 27 Dec. 11 20 12 2 * Feb. 2 0 Qual. Feb. 23; Begin Feb. 26; Finals Mar 16, 17 Gy mnastics Nov. 30 Dec. 14 14 6 2 Feb. 19 Team/Ind. Feb. 24 ; Open Mar 2; NE Mar 9 Ind oor Track Nov. 30 Dec. 14 14 1 2 Feb. 5 Class Feb. 8, 9, 10 ; Open Fe b. 17 ; NE Mar. 2 Gol f Mar. 16 Mar. 25 16*** 10 3 May 29 June 3, 4, 5; Open TBA Lacro sse Mar. 16 Mar. 30 16 10 2 * May 2 2 Qual. May 24 or 25; Begin May 28 ; Finals June 8 Soft ball Mar. 16 Mar. 30 20 12 3 May 2 3 Qual. May 25; Begin May 28 ; Finals June 7, 8 (Conditioning Mar. 9) Tenni s Mar. 16 Mar. 30 20 10 3 May 2 2 Class May 24, 25, 28, 29, 30; Ind . June 1, 3, 4 Track M ar. 16 Mar. 30 16 1 2 May 2 2 Class May 28, 29, 30; Open June 3 ; NE June 8; Heptathlon June 11, 12 Important Holidays WHE N PLAY DOWN GAMES ARE NECESSARY, THESE Labor Day – S eptember 4, 20 23 / Thanksgiving Day -- November 23 , 20 23 GAMES WILL BE SCHEDULED PRIOR TO THE FIRST Memorial Day – May 27, 20 24 TOURNAMENT DATE LISTED ABOVE. * E xception: May schedule three (3) contests in a week four (4) times during the regular season . ***Exception: Girls Golf may schedule “in-season tournaments” on two additional dates that will not count towa rd qualifying for the state tournament as a team or as individuals. Req uired Practice Days – Team – 10 days / Individuals – 10 days -- Sunday practices may be counted to fulfill the 10 day requirement. All sports teams and individual athletes must have a minimum of ten (10) physical/exertional practice days with their school before the date of th e first scheduled competition. No team/athlete shall practice/compete with their school more than six (6) consecutive days to provide a day of rest. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays may be used unless prohibited by local board policy. 129 BOYS 20 24-2025 CIAC GAME LIMITATIONS AND PRACTICE DATES First Date of Maximum Minimum Maximum Last Date Practice First Games Games CIAC Games to Count Sport D ate Contest Season Tournament Per Week Tournament Tentative Tournament Dates Cross Country Aug. 19 Sept. 3 14 4 2 Oct. 2 4 Class Oct. 26; Open Nov.1 ; NE Nov. 9 Fall Golf Aug. 12 Aug. 20 16 *** 10 3 Oct. 16 Divisionals Week of Oct. 21; NE Oct 28 Football See below Sept. 12 10 8 1 Nov. 28 Quarters Dec. 3; Semis Dec. 8; Finals Dec. 14 (Conditioning – See below) Soccer Aug. 19 Sept. 3 16 10 2 * Oct. 28 Qual. Oct 30; Begin Nov. 1 ; Finals Nov. 16 , 17 Basketball Dec. 5 Dec. 19 20 12 2 * Mar. 4 Qual Mar. 7; Begin Mar. 10 ; Finals Mar. 22, 23 Ice Hockey Dec. 2 Dec. 16 20 12 2 * Mar. 6 Begin Mar. 10 ; Fina ls Mar. 20, 24, 25 Indoor Track Dec. 5 Dec. 19 14 1 2 Feb. 10 Class Feb. 13, 14, 15; Open Feb. 22; NE Mar. 8 Swimming Dec. 5 Dec. 19 18 4 2 * Mar. 8 Qual. Mar. 1 5; Class Mar. 18, 19 ; Open Mar. 22 (tentative – pending facilities) Wrestling Dec. 2 Dec. 16 18 ** 8 2 Feb. 13 Class Feb. 21, 22; Open Feb. 28, Mar 1 ; NE Mar. 7, 8 (** 8 of 18 may be multi -meets) Baseball Mar. 22 Apr. 5 20 12 3 May 29 Qual. Mar. 31; Begin June 2 ; Finals June 13, 14 (Conditioning Mar. 1 5) Golf Mar. 22 Mar. 31 16 *** 10 3 June 4 All classes June 9, 10, 11; Open TBA Lacrosse M ar. 22 Apr. 5 16 10 2 * May 2 8 Qual. May 30; Begin June 4; Finals June 15 Tennis Mar. 22 Apr. 5 20 10 3 May 2 8 Classes May 30, 31, June 2, 3, 4; Open June 6, 7, 9 Track Mar. 22 Apr. 5 16 1 2 M ay 2 8 Class June 3, 4, 5; Open June 9 ; NE June 14 , Decathlon June 17, 18 Volleyball Mar. 22 Apr. 5 20** 12 3 May 2 9 Begin June 4; Finals June 12 (**3 of 20 may be non-counting Multi -team tournaments) I mportant Holidays WHEN PLAY DOWN GAMES ARE NECESSARY, THESE Labor Day – September 2, 20 24 / Tha nksgiving Day -- November 2 8, 20 24 / Memorial Day – May 26, 20 25 GAMES WILL BE SCHEDULED PRIOR TO THE FIRST TOURNAMENT DATE LISTED ABOVE. * Exception: May schedule three (3) contests in a week four (4) times during the regular season . *** Exception: Boy s Golf – may schedule “In Season Tournaments” on two additional dates that will not count toward qualifying for the state tournament a s a team or as individuals. Required practice days – Team – 10 days / Individual – 10 days -- Sunday practices may be counted to fulfill the 10 day requirement. All sports teams and individual athletes must have a minimum of ten (10) physical/exertional practice days with their school before the date of the first scheduled competition. No team/athlete shall practice/compete with their school more than six (6) consecutive days to provide a day of rest. Saturd ays, Sundays, and holidays may be used unless prohibited by local board policy. FOOTBALL – ORGANIZED TRAINING ACTIVITIES (OTA’s) – Thursday, August 15; Friday, August 16 ; Saturday, August 1 7, 2024 (SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 8 IS PROHIBITED) Conditionin g Week – Monday, August 1 9, 2024 First Contac t Practice – Saturday, August 24, 2024 GIRLS 2024 -2025 CIAC GAME LIMITATIONS AND PRACTICE DATES First Date of Maximum Minimum Maximum Last Date Practice First Games Games CIAC Games to Count Sport D ate Contest Season Tournament Per Week Tournament Tentative Tournament Dates Cross Country Aug. 19 Sept. 3 14 4 2 Oct. 2 4 Class Oct. 26; Open Nov.1 ; NE Nov. 9 Field Hockey Aug. 19 Sept. 3 16 10 2 * Oct. 28 Qual. Oct. 30; Begin Nov. 1; Finals Nov. 16 Soccer Aug. 19 Sept. 3 16 10 2 * Oct. 28 Qual. Oct 30; Begin Oct 31 ; Finals Nov. 16, 17 Swimming Aug. 19 Sept. 3 18 4 2 * Nov. 2 Qual . Nov. 9; Class Nov. 12, 13; Open Nov. 15, 16 (tentative – pending facilities) Volleyball Aug. 19 Sept. 3 20 ** 12 3 Oct. 28 Begin Nov. 1; Finals Nov. 15, 16 (**3 of 20 may be non-counting Multi-team tournaments) Basketball Dec. 2 Dec. 16 20 12 2 * Feb. 2 5 Qual. Feb. 28; Begin Mar. 3 ; Finals Mar 22, 23 Gymnastics Dec. 5 Dec. 19 14 6 2 Feb. 24 Team/Ind. Mar. 1 ; Open Mar 8; NE Mar 1 5 Indoor Tr ack Dec. 5 Dec. 19 14 1 2 Feb. 10 Class Feb. 13, 14, 15; Open Feb. 22; NE Mar. 8 Golf Mar. 22 Mar. 31 16*** 10 3 June 4 June 9, 10, 11; Open TBA Lacrosse Mar. 22 Apr. 5 16 10 2 * May 2 8 Qual. May 30; Begin June 3 ; Finals June 14 Softball Mar. 22 Apr. 5 20 12 3 May 2 9 Qual. May 31; Begin June 2 ; Finals June 13, 14 (C onditioning March 15) Tennis Mar. 22 Apr. 5 20 10 3 May 2 8 Class May 30, 31, June 2, 3, 4; Ind June 7, 9, 10 Track Mar. 22 Apr. 5 16 1 2 May 2 8 Class June 3, 4, 5; Open June 9 ; NE June 14 , Heptathlon June 17, 18 I mportant Holidays WHEN PLAY DOWN GAMES ARE NECESSARY, THESE Labor Day – September 2, 20 24 / Thanksgiving Day -- November 28 , 20 24 GAMES WILL BE SCHEDULED PRIOR TO THE FIRST Memorial Day – May 26, 20 25 TOURNAMENT DATE LISTED ABOVE. * Exception: May schedule three (3) contests in a week four (4) times during the regular season . *** Exception: Girls Golf – may schedule “In Season Tournaments” on two additional dates that will not count toward qualifying for the state tournament a s a team or as individuals. Required Practice Days – Team – 10 days / Individuals – 10 days -- Sunday practices may be counted to fulfill the 10 day requirement. All sports teams and individual athletes must have a minimum of ten (10) physical/exertional practice days with their school before the date of the first scheduled competition. No team/athlete shall practice/compete with their school more than six (6) consecutive days to provide a day of rest. Saturd ays, Sundays, and holidays may be used unless prohibited by local board policy. 6.0 ELIGIBILITY Page 6.1 Eligibility for Falls Sports ............................................................. 133 6.2 Eligibility by Marking period .......................................................... 133 6.3 Block Scheduling ........................................................................... 133-134 6.4 CIAC Academic Eligibility – How / When Eligibility is Determined .......... 134 6.5 Code of Eligibility ........................................................................ Appendix B 6.6 Eligibility Committee – Modus Operandi ............................................. 135 6.7 Foreign Student Eligibility .............................................................. 135 6.8 Foreign Student Eligibility – Non -CSIET Programs and F -1 Visa Students ... 136 6.9 Changing Teams ........................................................................ 136 6.10 Lists – Eligibility ........................................................................ 136-137 A. Filing Lists and Delinquent Lists ............................................ 136 B. Verifying Information ......................................................... 137 6.11 NCAA and NAIA ........................................................................ 137 A. Academic Requirement ........................................................ 137 B. Protecting Your College Eligibility .......................................... 137 C. NCAA Eligibility Center ...................................................... 137 6.12 Protest Form – Eligibility ............................................................... Appendix D 6.13 Rules and Due Process – Eligibility ................................................... 138 6.14 Rights of Due Process, Athletes’ ....................................................... Appendix B 6.15 Special Education Students ............................................................. 138 A. Grievance Procedures for Sec. 504 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ....... Appendix I 6.16 Eight Semester Regulation .............................................................. 139 6.17 Transfer Rule ............................................................................. 139-142 A. Requirement #19 (Waiver) ................................................... 140-141 Rule II.C. #18 (Hardship) ..................................................... 142 B. Transfer Notification Form ................................................... 142 6.18 Eligibility of Home Schoolers ......................................................... Appendix B 6.19 Unified Sports ............................................................................ 142 A. Eligibility ........................................................................ 142-143 B. Unified Partner Eligibility ..................................................... 143-144 132 6.0 ELIGIBILITY The stated premise throughout all CIAC Eligibility Rules is that “...regulations are minimal and do not prohibit a school from establishing more rigid eligibility standards.” 6.1 ELIGIBILITY FOR FALL SPORTS The CIAC has consistently maintained that in order to be eligible for fall sports, a student must have rece ived credit toward graduation at the close of the school year preceding the contest in at least four Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent. The number of courses passed is not material; it is the number of credits toward graduation which must be the de termining factor. Year -end failures may be made -up through successful completion of LEA approved summer school work in courses failed. 6.2 ELIGIBILITY BY MARKING PERIOD – RE. ATTENDANCE POLICY A school which has an attendance policy should be allowed t o interpret and apply the credits -toward - graduation factor based on that attendance policy in whatever manner it wishes. If the principal concludes that the student is earning passing grades in four Carnegie Units of work, and if he/she chooses not to app ly the credits- toward -graduation factor on a marking period basis but rather applies it at year’s end when the credit for the course is to be either granted or denied, the student can be considered eligible for sports participation. If the principal wishe s t o be more stringent, and interpret each marking period as carrying at its conclusion a fraction of the course’s credit toward graduation, he/she can conclude that the student is ineligible. 6.3 CI AC ACADE MIC ELIGIBILITY REGULATION – RE. BLOCK SCHEDULI NG The use of block scheduling has called into question the present CIAC academic regulation and how it is to be applied for those schools. Therefore, in order to assist member school principals, the following clarifying language is offered: ELIGIBILITY RULE I – SCHOLARSHIP Existing language states: A Carnegie Unit is defined as “200 minutes of recitation during a period of five consecutive school days for an entire school year.” Further, “If a course is scheduled a minimum of 200 minutes during a period of five consecutive school days for a traditional nine-week marking period and awards at least ¼ credit for that period, that course should be considered one -quarter of a Carnegie Unit of work. CIAC Interpretation Under Block Scheduling Any course taken under a block schedule design which is scheduled a minimum of 400 minutes during a period of five consecutive school days for traditional nine- week marking period and awards at least ½ credit for that period, that course should be considere d one -half of a Carnegie Unit of work. 133 6.0 ELIGIBILITY CIAC Interpretation for Online Courses CIAC requires, for eligibility purposes, that grades for online courses be determined in accordance with traditional course grading periods. ELIGIBILITY RULE I.B. – MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS Existing language states: “A pupil cannot at any time represent a school unless taking at least four (4) q uarter Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent. During the school year a pupil must have received a passing mark in at least four (4) quarter Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent at the end of the regular marking period next preceding the contest and have earned four (4) credits toward graduation at the end of year to be eligible for fall sports.” CIAC Interpretation Under Block Scheduling A pupil cannot at any time represent a school unless taking at least two one- half Car negie Units of work or its equivalent. During the school year a pupil must have received a passing mark in at least two (2) one-half Carnegie units of work or its equivalent at the end of the marking period next preceding the contest. 6.4 CIAC ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY 1.B. – WHEN ELIGIBILITY IS DETERMINED Official eligibility for all students is determined on the date that official grades are posted for all students ( entire school eligibility) or on the fourteenth (14 th ) calendar day (whichever comes first) following the end of the marking period. The mean s by which official grades are distributed to all students will be determined by the school. How and When Athletic Eligibi li ty Is Determined In Addition t o CIAC Rules of Eligibility – CIAC By -Laws, Article Ix, Section I, II and I II 1. Is an athlete’s elig ibility declared once his/her name appears on the official eligibility list submitted to the CIAC? No. The official team eligibility list submitted online to the CIAC is the official document used by the principal to verify that the players listed are eli gible according to CIAC regulations to participate in the sport, i.e., academic, residence, medical, etc. 2. Is an athlete’s eligibility declared if he/she is a member of a school team but never plays in a contest on the freshman, JV or varsity level? No. Athletes must actually participate in a contest, at any level of play (regular season or post regular season), to declare athletic eligibility. 6.5 CODE OF ELIGIBILITY See Appendix B – The Rules of Eligibility and Control for Boys and Girls High School Athletics in Connecticut. 134 6.0 ELIGIBILITY 6.6 ELIGIBILITY COMMITTEE MODUS OPERANDI In recent years the work of the CIAC Eligibility Committee has quadrupled in scope. It is no longer possible for the Committee, and certainly for its Chai rman Principal, to serve as a quick -notice ombudsman for all the eligibility problems throughout the state. In order to serve the member schools and student- athletes in an efficient and business- like manner, the following methods of operation will be in effect during the course of the year. 1. All requests for eligibility decisions must be IN WRITING to the Executive Director and MUST BE SIGNED BY THE PRINCIPAL. 2. Requests will be acted on monthly by the Eligibility Committee – usually on the third Thursday of the month, September through May. Requests received after this date will not be acted on until the following month. 3. Notification of decisions by the Committee will be communicated by the Executive Director. 4. Routine interpretations may be offered by the Executive Director and/or Assistant Executive Director s – preferably upon written request. 5. Telephone requests for final eligibility decisions will not be honored. 6. Principals should anticipate potential eligibility problems so that the Committee will have a reasonable margin of time within which to make decisions. 6.7 FOREIGN STUDENT ELIGIBILITY A foreign exchange student who is placed in a CIAC member school by an exchange program approved by the Council on Standards for Internationa l Educational Travel (CSIET) are eligible to participate in CIAC -sponsored sports providing: • The student is not considered a high school graduate or its equivalent; • The student meets CIAC age requirements. The Council on Standards for International Educa tional Travel referred to in Eligibility Rule II.H. (CSIET) is a non -profit organization committed to establishing standards for international educational travel, monitoring compliance with those standards, and sharing information about organizations operating international educational travel and exchange programs at the high school level on behalf of schools, communities, and educational groups in the United States. The CIAC accepts all programs listed and accepted by CSIET as being bona- fide exchange programs for the purposes of establishing eligibility of athletes who are exchange students. A list of approved programs may be obtained from: Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) 212 South Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Telephone (703) 739-9050 Fax (703) 739-9035 E- mail Exchanges@aol.com 135 6.0 ELIGIBILITY 6.8 FOREIGN STUDENT ELIGIBILITY – NON- CSIET PROGRAMS AND F -1 VISA STUDENTS A foreign exchange student not in an approved CSIET program will be eligible providing: • The student is living with a parent or legal guardian ( as determined by Probate Court ); • The student is not considered a high school graduate or its equivalent; • The student meets all other CIAC eligibility requirements – age, academic standards, number of seasons played (eight consecutive semester rule), etc. However, students attending a CIAC member school while on an F- 1 Visa are ineligible for participation in varsity athletics for 365 days upon enrollment and may only participate in varsity competitions for two years. No te: If any F-1 Visa student transfers into a CIAC member school the 365 days of ineligibility in varsity athletics will restart to coincide with the date of transfer. 6.9 CHANGING TEAMS A student shall not participate in or represent his or her school in more than one sport in a given sport season, nor may that student represent more than one school during a season unless the student satisfies the conditions of Eligibility Rule II.C. 6.10 LISTS – ELIGIBILITY 6.10.A. POLICY STATEMENT ON FILING OF ELIGIBILITY LISTS (Rules of Eligibility – General Procedures – Rule IV.D.) Within two (2) school days after the first game of each sport, an eligibility list must be submitted via the CIAC web site in each sport. An alphabetical list of pupils by name, date of birth, grade, school last attended (if a transfer student as defined under II.C.) certifying that these pupils are eligible for that season. As changes occur in eligibility (additions and/or deletions) they must be submitted, via the CIAC web site within two (2) school days. Delinquent Lists – S c hools delinquent in filing eligibility lists shall be granted thirty days to show cause why they should not be placed on probation for failure to supply the missing eligibility lists. If the missing lists are not in within thirty days, any school delinquent must come before the CIAC board of control and show cause why it should not be placed on prohibition (the school cannot participate in any CIAC -sponsored meet or tournament in those sports in which the lists are not received). 136 6.0 ELIGIBILITY 6.10.B. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR VERIFYING INFORMATION ON ELIGIBILITY LISTS All information on eligibility lists on file at the CIAC office is available to member schools. Only principals and/or athletic directors of member schools may initiate requests for information contained on those lists. Coaches who wish information contained on eligibility lists must forward their inquiries through their principal or athletic director. All questions of eligibility verification must be referred to the Executive Director or his/her assistants, 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410 – telephone (203) 250-1111 / Fax (203) 250-1345 / E- mail – casciac.org. 6.11 NCAA AND NAIA 6.11.A. NCAA – NAIA ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR INCOMING FRESHMAN Please go online to the NCAA for the most up- to-date information – www.ncaa.org and go to Eligibility Center or the NAIA web site – www.naia.org . Please call the NCAA Eligibility Center if you have questions – Toll free number – (877) 262-1492. 6.11.B. PROTECTING YOUR COLLEGE ELIGIBILITY For complete details on recruitment violation and limits secure the College Bound Student- Athlete Guide published by the NCAA. The address is National College Athletic Association, 700 W. Washington Street, PO Box 6222, Indianapolis, Indiana 46206-6222. Telephone (317) 917-6222 / Fax (317) 917- 6888. 6.11.C. NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER Please go online to the NCAA for the most up- to-date information – www.ncaa.org and go to Eligibility Center.

7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.10.K. SOFTBALL Site Director ............................................................................... $100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s ...................................................................................... 50.00 Scorer ....................................................................................... 50.00 7.10.L. SWIMMING – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director ............................................................................. $175.00 Meet Director ........................................................................... 150.00 Trials 175.00 Class Meets 175.00 Open Meets Tim ing System Operator ......... ..................................................... 265.00 Ticket s ................................................................................... 50.00 Computer Operator ..................................................................... 100.00 Announcer ............................................................................... 100.00 Awards ................................................................................... 50.00 Scorer (1) ................................................................................ 50.00 Divisionals Scorer (1) ................................................................................ 50.00 Open Lifeguards ............................................................................... Per Contract Police .................................................................................... Per Contract 7.10.M. BOYS TENNIS Site Director ............................................................................. $522.00 Class & Open Umpire (if needed) .................................................................... 112.00 Class & Open 7.10.N. GIRLS TENNIS Site Director .............................................................................. $275.00 Class/Open 7.10.0. VOLLEYBALL – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director .............................................................................. $100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s .................................................................................... 50.00 Scorer ...................................................................................... 50.00 Supervisor (if needed) .................................................................. 50.00 Clock Operator ........................................................................... 50.00 163 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.10.P. INDOOR TRACK – BOYS AND GIRLS Meet Director ........................................................................... $215.00 Site Director ............................................................................. 115.00 Head Finish .............................................................................. 90.00 Finish ..................................................................................... 80.00 Starters (3) ............................................................................... 90.00 Head Track Referee ............... ..................................................... 95.00 Head Field Referee ..................................................................... 95.00 Chief Umpire ... ......................................................................... 90.00 Umpire (3) .............................................................................. 80.00 Bullpen Clerk ........................................................................... 80.00 Start Clerk ................................................................................ 80.00 Lap Counter ............................................................................. 80.00 Clerk of Course (2) .. ................................................................... 80.00 Chief Shot Put ........................................................................... 90.00 Shot Put (3) .............................................................................. 80.00 Chief Long Jump ....................................................................... 90.00 Long Jump (3) ........................................................................... 80.00 Chief High Jump ........................................................................ 90.00 High Jump ................................................................................ 80.00 Chief Pole Vault .. ....................................................................... 90.00 Pole Vault (2) ......... .................................................................... 80.00 Announcer ....... ........................................................................ 80.00 Awards .................................................................................... 80.00 Ticket s .................................................................................... 80.00 Marshalls .................................................................................. 70.00 Helpers / Runner .......................................................................... 40.00 Records .................................................................................... 65.00 7.10.Q. WRESTLING Meet Director .............................................................................. $350.00 Class 215.00 Open Ticket s ..................................................................................... 50.00 / Session Police ....................................................................................... Per Contract Doctor ...................................................................................... Per Contract Announcer ................................................................................. 50.00 / Session Statistician ................................................................................. 50.00 / Session Supervision ................................................................................ 55.00 / Session Scorers, Timers ............................................................................ 20.00 * *Friday -- $20.00 / One session only S aturday -- $20.00 / per session / Two sessions only 164 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.10.R. OUTDOOR TRACK – BOYS AND GIRLS Meet Director ............................................................................ $320.00 Site Director .............................................................................. 145.00 Referee .................................................................................... 106.00 Head Finish ............................................................................... 106.00 Starter ... ................................................................................... 106.00 Head Field Judge ........................................................................ 106.00 Announcer ................................................................................ 85.00 Clerk of Course .......................................................................... 85.00 Awards ......... ........................................................................... 85.00 Ticket s ................ ..................................................................... 85.00 Timer / Scorer ... ......................................................................... 85.00 Finish ...................................................................................... 85.00 Inspector .................................................................................. 85.00 Marshall ................................................................................... 65.00 Shot Put Judge ............................................................................ 85.00 Discus Judge ... ........................................................................... 85.00 Javelin Judge .............................................................................. 85.00 Long Jump / Triple Jump Boys ......................................................... 85.00 Long Jump / Triple Jump Girls ......................................................... 85.00 High Jump Judge ......................................................................... 85.00 Pole Vault Boys ........................................................................... 85.00 Pole Vault Girls ........................................................................... 85.00 Field Event Helper ........................................................................ 45.00 Hurdle Crew ............................................................................... 35.00 Runner Copier ............................................................................. 55.00 7.10.S. CHEERLEADING 1 Site Director (3 sessions) ............................................................ $250.00 1 Ticket s (each session) ................................................................. 50.00 1 Timer (per session) .......................................................... 50.00 1 Scorer (per session) .......................................................... 50.00 1 Supervisor (per session) ........................................................... 50.00 1 Announcer (per session) .......................................................... 50.00 NOTE: EMT / Trainer fees will be set by CIAC for all events at a maximum of $ 45 per hour. 165 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION Page 8.1 CIAC Policy on Federation Rules .................................................... 167 8.2 CIAC Policy on Use of Federation Rules ........................................... 167-168 8.3 Guidelines to be Used to Change or Modify Rules ................................ 168-169 8.4 Modification to National Federation Game Rules ................................ 169-170 8.5 Rules Experimentation ............................................................... 170 8.6 The National Federation of State High School Associations .................... 171 8.7 National Federation Athletic Sanctioning .......................................... 171 A. NFHS Sanctioning Changes ................................................ 172 B. Bordering States Athletic Sanctioning .................................... 173 C. Interstate Athletic Sanctioning ............................................. 174-175 8.8 All Sports National High School Recognition ..................................... 176-177 166 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.1 CIAC POLICY ON FEDERATION RULES The CIAC Board of Control on Tuesday, December 4, 1979, voted to clarify an earlier position regarding Federation rules. This ruling specifies that National Federation playing rules which now govern most CIAC tournament sports are applicable both DURING REGULAR SEASON PLAY AND TOURNAMENT PLAY. Modifications of the rules may be made ONLY by the CIAC Board of Control. 8.2 CIAC POLICY ON USE OF NATIONAL FEDERATION RULES (Effective September 1983) It is the policy of the National Federation of State High School Associations to permit modifications or deviations from National Federation rules by “state adoption.” However, such modifications or deviations sha ll be submitted to the National Federation executive committee. Such modifications shall be limited in scope and have a declared duration. Such modifications may not materially alter the sport in question. CIAC Policy The CIAC Board of Control directs all CIAC sports committees to follow National Federation rules, if such rules exist for their particular sport. Requested modifications will be considered by the rules committee upon receipt of written justification for such action from a CIAC sports comm ittee. Compliance with National Federation rules is an extremely important objective of the CIAC. Hence, modifications will be permitted only after clear evidence that the request has been well researched and sound documentation of evidence for modificat ions to rules is available. Procedures to be Followed in Request for Modifications and Deviations 1. CIAC sports committees may recommend to the Board of C ontrol modifications of Federation rules for a duration of one year only. 2. The CIAC Board of C ontrol may: a. Petition the National Federation to allow a rule modification. The National Federation will consider permitting rules changes related to: postponed games, interrupted games, protests, forfeits, etc. State association policies should not include deviations from rules of play, rules regarding playing equipment, safety rules, etc. b. Approve the rule modification with National Federation authorization. c. Disapprove of CIAC sports committee request. Criteria for Rules Modification / Exception 1. Req uests must be submitted by A CIAC sports committee through its chairperson to CIAC staff . 2. CIAC staff must first seek approval from the National Federation either as a rule modification or a rule experimentation. 167 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 3. Every National Federation rule must remain unaltered for a two (2) year period before a modification will be granted. 4. All National Federation rule modifications must be approved by the CIAC B oard of Control on an annual basis and will remain in effect for a min imum of two (2) years. 5. All National Federation rule modifications must be approved by the Board of Control prior to June 30 of any year. This will permit modifications to be published annually in the CIAC Handbook, to be distributed to appropriate officials organizations, and member school coaches. 6. All modifications to game rules which would have a financial impact on school and/or CIAC budget(s) must be decided in sufficient time so these changes can be included in budget proposals. 7. Modifications to National Federation rules will not be permitted if they: a. Significantly alter the playing rules of the sport unless such modification relates to the unique conditions of New England, i.e., climate, travel, facilities, crowd control, economic factors, etc. b. Change specifications of playing equipment or facilities and by doing so alters existing safety regulations without the endorsement of the CMS Sports Medicine Committee member. c. Impacts health and safety recommendations or regulations established by National Federation without first receiving the endorsement of the CMS Sports Medicine Committee member. d. Substitute new events for deleted events in individual sports. e. Significantly alter weigh -in procedure in wrestling. 8. Modifications to existing National Fed eration procedures for handling postponed games, interrupted games, protests, forfeits or playoffs will be considered by the rules committee upon requests from CIAC sports committees. 8.3 GUIDELINES TO BE USED BY NATIONAL FEDERATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE WHEN EVALUATING REQUESTS BY STATE ASSOCIATIONS FOR PERMISSION TO CHANGE OR MODIFY NATIONAL FEDERATION SPORTS RULE If the answer is “yes” to any question under Item #1, then the requested change or modification shall not be approved. 1. Do the proposed modifications: a. Extend for more than one season? This does not apply if a modification is more restrictive and falls in an area which does not require national Federation approval. b. Significantly alter the playing rules of the sport? 168 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION c. Alter specifications of playing equipment or facilities? d. Reduce existing safety requirements? e. Substitute new events for deleted events in individual sports? f. Significantly alter weigh -in procedures in wrestling? 3. State adoptions or procedures in the following area will not be considered as changes in National Federation rule s. a. Deletion of events in individual sports so long as new events are not substituted for deleted events. b. Procedures for handling postponed or interrupted games, protests or forfeits. c. Playoff series administrative procedures. 4. The National Federation may grant permission for states to experiment with rule changes with the understanding such experiments can’t exceed three years in duration and further , that the association agrees to supply the National Federation with desired data pertaining to approved experiments. 8.4 MODIFICATION TO NATIONAL FEDERATION GAME RULES National Federation member state associations have the option as to whether they us e National Federation sports rules as published by the National Federation or make exceptions. If a state association uses the rules with no exceptions or with exceptions which have been approved by the National Federation, then that state may: a. Have full participation in the rules questionnaire program. b. Submit to the executive committee nominations for rules committee membership in that sport when a vacancy occurs in their section. If a state makes exceptions which have not been approved, then it will not be privileged to participate fully in the questionnaire program for that sport nor be eligible for representation on that sports rules committee. It was determined that the most equitable procedure for evaluating requests by state associations for perm ission to modify National Federation sports rules and remain eligible for rules committee membership and full participation in that sports rules questionnaire program would be as follows. Using the guidelines previously approved by the executive committee for evaluating requests by state associations for permission to modify National Federation sports rules: 1. Each sport is to be evaluated separately, and should a state decide to make exceptions in one sport, there would be no carry- over effect to other sports. 169 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 2. State associations will be given an opportunity annually to declare in each sport their degree of use of the National Federation sports rules. If a state makes exceptions and submits those exceptions to the National Federation, they will be individually evaluated by the National Federation staff member responsible for working with that sports rules committee. The state association will then be notified as to whether the exception qualifies for approval under criteria established by the National Federatio n executive committee. Should the state choose to pursue the appeal procedure, until the appeal is resolved, no one from the state involved will be eligible for the appointment to the sports rules committee involved. Should the state involved already ha ve a person serving on the sports rules committee involved, that person will remain on the committee until the appeal is resolved. 3. If a state association’s exception has not been approved by the National Federation staff liaison, and the association wishes to appeal, their request will then be submitted to the sports rules body by ballot. The state should submit in writing on plain white paper to the national Federation their request for modification as they wish it presented to the sports rules committee members. When the material is disseminated to the rules committee members, they will not be informed which state is making the request, but will evaluate the exception on its merits only. Should that state association making the appeal have a represent ative on the rules committee, then that committee member will be disqualified for that particular evaluation because of a possible conflict of interest. 4. If the rules committee denies the appeal, the state association may exercise the last option of appe al by presenting their request to the national Federation executive committee for final evaluation. Source: National Federation Executive Committee Meeting – 7/2/81 8.5 RULES EXPERIMENTATION Experimentation by state associations shall be permitted and encouraged by National Federation under specified guidelines. Requests for experimentation shall be submitted to the National Federation in writing by the CIAC Board of Control through its executive director. The requests should meet the following cri teria: a. Provide rationale why the experiment is desired. b. Agree to keep accurate statistics on forms provided by the National Federation office. c. Submit results of experiment to the National Federation office. d. Limit experimentation on the same rule to a maximum of three years. e. An experiment, on or before the completion of a three year period, shall either be approved by the appropriate rules committee or abandoned. CIAC sports committees may submit requests for rules experimentation in writing to the CI AC Board of Control. It will be the decision of the Board of C ontrol as to whether or not the request is submitted to the National Federation under the above criteria. 170 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.6 THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS The National Federation is made up of state high school associations which have united to secure the benefits of cooperative activities. The executive director of the National Federation is Dr. Karissa Niehoff and the office is locate d at P.O. Box 690, Indianapolis, Indiana 46206. This cooperation eliminates much unnecessary duplication of work and increases efficiency. The efforts of all who are engaged in high school athletic activities are pooled and coordinated through the close contacts which are thus made possible. The national organization had its beginning at a meeting in Chicago on May 14, 1920. L.W. Smith, secretary of the Illinois High School Athletic Association, issued invitations to neighboring states and state association representatives came from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The primary purpose of the meeting was to discuss problems which had resulted from high school contests which were organized by colleges and universities or by other cl ubs or promoters. In many cases little attention was paid to the eligibility rules of the high school associations or to other high school group regulations, and chaotic conditions had developed. At this first meeting it was decided that the welfare of the high schools required that a more active part in the control of such athletic activities be exercised by the high schools through the state associations and that this control necessitated the formulation of a national organization. A constitution and by-laws were adopted and the group decided on the name “Midwest Federation of State High School Athletic Associations.” Principal George Edward Marshall, Davenport, Iowa, was elected President and Principal L.W. Smith of Joliet, Illinois, was elected Secre tary -Treasurer. In 1921, four states, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan and Wisconsin, continued their interest and became charter members through formal ratification of the constitution. Largely due to their efforts, the national organization grew during the ear ly years. In 1922, the Chicago annual meeting was attended by representatives from 11 states, and the present name of the National Federation was adopted. A number of college and university representatives who attended the meeting expressed sympathy for an interest in the efforts to introduce a high degree of order in the regulation of interscholastic contests. Since that time the National Federation has had a healthy growth to its present nationwide membership. By 1940, a national office with a full- time executive staff became necessary and such office was established in September of that year. 8.7 NATIONAL FEDERATION ATHLETIC SANCTIONING Note: The interscholastic community urges event sponsors to plan and schedule interstate competition in a m ann er that minimizes the amount of time student participants will be absent from the regular school day. 171 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.7.A. NFHS SANCTIONING Sanctioning interstate and international events has grown exponentially over the last several years. In fact, we are sanctioning more events now than in the 90 year history of the National Federation of State High School Associations, Inc. (NFHS). Interested individuals who want to host an event will go online at the NFHS web site, regist er as an event manager, create an event and fill out the online application (identical to the paper version) then an e- mail is sent to the host school’s principal and host state association. The state association reviews the application online and determines if they will approve or deny the application, once approved the event sponsor is notified by the NFHS that payment is required. Credit card payment and electronic check are the only forms of payment accepted . Once the payment is received by the NFHS, the invited states/schools are notified that they have been invited and it is listed on the NFHS web site. As the invited states respond to the sanction it is automatically updated on the NFHS web site. Once every invited state has responded, the application is approved for sanctioning. There is a processing fee for interstate and international sanctioning applications. The price per sanction application is $200 per application, with a penalty fee of $100 for not forwarding the final list of actual ent ries twenty (20) calendar days prior to the event. The timeline / fee structure is as follows: the application for sanction should be sent to the NFHS sixty (60) calendar days or more prior to the event. The late fee for any application that arrives 15-59 calendar days prior to the event will be an additional $100 for a total of $300. If the application is submitted less than 15 calendar days prior to the event, the late fee will be $200 plus a $100 penalty for not forwarding the final list of actual en tries for a total application fee of $600. If the NFHS does not receive the forwarded sanction application within five (5) calendar days prior to the event, the event will not be sanctioned. As always, we appreciate the effort you put forth in giving our students an opportunity to grow through athletics. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the NFHS Sanctioning Department at (317) 972-6900. 172 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.7.B. BORDERING STATES ATHLETIC SANCTIONING CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, Connecticut 06410 Telephone (203) 250- 1111 / Fax (203) 250- 1345 APPLICATION FOR SANCTION OF BORDERING STATES ATHLETIC EVENT Note: Applications are to be initiated by the host school not later than 30 days prior to the date of the meet or tournament. On behalf of __________________________________________________________________________________ (School or Organi zation Sponsoring the Meet) Street City/State I hereby apply for sanction of the following event:____________________________________________________ (Name of Meet) in (Sport)________________________________ to be held on ________________________________________ to be held at (Facility)__________________________________________________________________________ The meet will be managed by ____________________________________________________________________ (Name of School conducting Meet) City/State Manager___________________________ Position_________________ Email_____________________________ We desire to invite schools from the following states only: (Also, please attach a list of schools to be invited) _____________________________________________________________________________________________ The maximum number of schools which will compete is:_______________________________________________ Maximum value of awards, if any:______________ Entry fees, if any:_____________________________________ Note: It is recommended that in vitations to schools not be issued until event is approved for the participation of such schools. Contest conditions include the following: 1. Each school guarantees its membership and good stan ding in its own state high school association and also guarantees that participation in this event shall not violate any rule of that association or of the National Federation. The sancti on is void if such membership has been terminated or if participation is found to be contrary to the state or national rules. 2. Each participant shall be eligible under rules of his/her home state association. 3. Awards shall be limited to such as a re permitted by the most restrictive state high school association from which competitors enter. 4. If a school fails to fulfill its contract obligation, that school shall make amends in accordance with terms fixed by the National Federation Executive Co mmittee after consultation with the high school association executive officers of the states involved. 5. No entry shall be accepted for any competitor from any state or section of a state not included in the list of states for which sanction is granted. Signed (Principal or Designee )____________________________________ Official Position___________________ After completing the above form, send it to the CIAC, 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410 or Fax (203) 250- 134 5. APPROVAL OF HOST STATE ASSOCIATION I recommend that this meet be (SANCTIONED) (NOT SANCTIONED) Date_____________________ Signature of State Executive_________________________________________ State_________________________ Comments:____________________________________________________________________________________ (If you sanction the event, send copies of this form to the executive officer of the high school association in each s tate named in the application. If the event is not sanctioned, return the form to the applicant.) ENDORSEMENT OF INVITED STATES We (SANCTION) (DO NOT SANCTION) Date_____________________ If not sanctioned, reason_________________________________________________________________________ Limitations / Comments_________________________________________________________________________ Signed_______________________________________________ State____________________________________ Please Fax Back to CIAC Office (203) 250- 1345 Not e: This application is online in the sanctioning section of the CIAC web site. 173 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.7.B. INTERSTATE ATHLETIC SANCTIONING APPLICATION TO NFHS FOR SANCTION OF INTERSTATE ATHLETIC EVENT (For use when NFHS sanction is required) Section 1 (To be completed by host school) – Description of Event Application Date________________ * Sport__________________________ □ Girls □ Boys * Date of Event____________ *Time of Event_________ *Name of Event________________________________________________________________________________ *Host high school (required)______________________________________________________________________ Member high school Street City State Zip *Sponsor______________________________________________________________________________________ Street City State Zip *Schools invited from the following states___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ (List all schools & Addresses) *Number of participating schools__________________ Will any junior varsity teams be par ticipating? □ Yes □ No *Entry Fee : □ Yes - Amount __________ □ No *Admission Fee Charged: □ Yes - Amount___________ □ No *Event will be managed by:______________________________________________________________________ State association approved school or other sponsor City State Zip *Name of Manager/title:__________________________________ Phone:________________ Fax:____________ E- mail address___________________________________ Description of Awards and Other Compensations and Maximum Retail Value Ind. Student Athlete Participant Awards: Team Awards: Coach Awards: Max. retail value for each item: Max. retail value: Max. retail value: Principal’s responsibility : Execution of this form constitutes an agreement by the principal of the host school, upon request, to submit a financial report about the event to the NFHS on the NFHS Financial Report Form found at www.nfhs.org . Execution also constitutes an agreement by the principal to assume oversight responsibility for the event, and to be present on site during the event, either in person or by a designee . Executed by:___________________________________________ Phone:_____________________ Date:________ Principal of host high school – Signature/Printed Name * E-mail address:______________________________________________ Section 2 -- Action by State Association of Host School School membership: □ State Association Member School □ School Approved by State Association □ Non -Member School Action: □ Sanction Event □ Do Not Sanction Event □ No Jurisdiction If “No Jurisdiction,” explain why:____________________________________________________________________________ Limitations/Other Comments:_______________________________________________________________________________ Signature of State Executive__________________________________________ Date________________ State_____________ If event is sanctioned, send copies to the NFHS. If application not sanctioned, return to applicant. Section 3 -- Action by State Association of Invited School(s) School membership: □ State Association Member School □ School Approved by State Association □ Non -Member School (If more than one school invited, please indicate member status of each school next to the listing on next page) Action: □ Sanction Event □ Do Not Sanction Event □ No Jurisdiction If “No Jurisdiction,” explain why:____________________________________________________________________________ Limitations/Other Comments:_______________________________________________________________________________ Signature of State Executive__________________________________________ Date________________ State_____________ Section 4 -- Action by NFHS Event SANCTIONED by the following state(s)__________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Event NOT SANCTIONED by the following state(s)_____________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The following state(s) declared NO JURISDICTION_____________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Invite only schools from states indicating approved schools may attend. NFHS Sanctioning Officer_______________________________________________________ Date_____________________ *If a state association, rather than a school, sponsors or co -sponsors the event, its executive director should sign 174 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION Plea se list all invited schools, including addresses, contact persons and telephone numbers: Note: If school is not a full member of its NFHS member association, please indicate accordingly. (Attach additional sheets if necessary) Name of School/Address Co ntact Person Telephone Number Will club teams be participating in this event ? (The following states do NOT allow their member schools to participate against club teams: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MD, MA, MO, NE, NM, NV, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, TN, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV and WY) □ Yes □ No Officials for the competition are assigned from an agency that regularly assigns high school officials : □ Yes □ No The officials are registered to officiate high scho ol events: □ Yes □ No In ALL INTERSTATE CONTESTS, each participating school shall follow the contest rules of the state association of which it is a member or rules which have been approved by the state association for interstate competition. The rules referred to are contest rules only and not rules applying to age, number of semesters of attendance, residency or academic accomplishments. No school may violate its own state association rules. Any approval or sanction granted to the applicant does not constitute a representation by either the NFHS or any named state association that it has investigated the accuracy of the information provided by the applicant, or that the NFHS or any name d state association will oversee the organization, performance or financial integrity of the event. Any approval or sanction granted to the applicant may not be used in the marketing or promotion of the event without prior written approval of the NFHS and/or any named state association, as the case may be. 175 8 .0 NATIONAL FEDERATION 8.8 ALL SPORTS NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL RECOGNITION APPLICATION National Federation of State High School Associations P.O. Box 690, Indianapolis, Indiana 46206 Telephone (317) 972- 6900 / Fax (317) 882-5700 Please complete all information below. Please type or print. Application must be completed in full for consideration by the National High School Records Committee. One application per mark or performance. If more than one mark or performance, please include compre hensive list and attach to application. Applications are invited for all performances which might be considered for inclusion in the National High School Sports Record Book, whether as a new national record or for listing among the top performances in a particula r category. Track and field and swimming and diving performances require special applications available only from the National Federation. This application must be forwarded to the home state high school association for its endorsement. Required along with the application are newspaper accounts of the performance and any other material (i.e., score books, etc.) that can help certify and document the performance. Photographs of the performance and of the individuals or teams involved are requested. This application should be forwarded to the state high school association as soon after the performance (single game) or completion of season (season or career marks) as possible. Applications received more than 28 days after the performance or completion of season may be too late for inclusion in the next edition of the record book. The state high school association, after its recommendation, will forward the application and other required material to the National Federation office marked – Attn: National R ecords Committee. Performances must be established in competition conducted in compliance with the eligibility rules of the state high school association(s) involved and all National Federation playing rules for the sport involved if the National Federati on publishes a rules book for that sport, unless in the judgment of the records committee the different rules of play do not significantly give advantage to the establishment of the record performance. This application is for: □ National Record □ New Performance Listing □ Listing Update Record Application _____________________________________________________________________________ (List full name of individual and school) Present Home Address___________________________________________________________________________ (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code) School Address________________________________________________________________________________ (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code) Home Telephone ( )_ _________________________ School Telephone ( )________________________ Age (When performance was attained) _____ Grade in school (when performance was attained) _______ Sport______________________________________________ Date of Performance__________________________ Site of Performance_____________________________________________________________________________ (Facility) (City/State) (Zip Code) Performance (Give full details and please be specific)__________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Final Score or Standings (if applicable)_____________________________________________________________ Opponent_____________________________________________________________________________________ (Give full name of individual (as in wrestling) or school (as in baseball) Opponent’ School Address_______________________________________________________________________ 176 8.0 NATIONAL FEDERATION APPLICANT’S ENDORSEMENT I submit this application for recognition in the National Federation Sports Record Book. All facts contained herein are duly certified. I realize any inaccuracies could disqualify the mark or performance from recognition. It is also understood that, although the National Records Committee may approve this performance for inclusion in the National High School Sports Record Book, the passing of time and the continuing improvement in high school athletics might cause the performance to be deleted from the next edition of the record book. I grant to the National Federation the right to publicize this performance in any and a ll ways it wishes, including through the print, broadcast and television media. The signature appearing below should be the: (1) individual involved if an individual mark is involved; or (2) the relay team captain or coach if a relay mark is involved, o r (3) the coach if a coaching or team mark is involved. Signature_____________________________________ Date_________________________________________ PRINCIPAL’S ENDORSEMENT I hereby certify that applicant was, at the time of performance, eligible to represent __________________________ High School and that the performance was conducted as prescribed by the rules of the National Federation. Full name (print)__________________________________ Title____________________________________________ Signature________________________________________ Date____________________________________________ STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION’S ENDORSEMENT I hereby certify that the facts contained on this application are, to the best of my knowledge true, that the signatures are authentic and valid, and that the competitor(s) and the school involved in this performance were eligible to and did compete under the bylaws and rules of the ____ ______________________________________________(please indicate complete state high school association name) and the National Federation. RECORD COMMITTEE ACTION The National Records Committee hereby accepts / does not accept the performance listed here for inclusion in the National High School Sports Record Book. Chairman__________________________________________ Date______________________________________________ SPORTSMANSHIP STATEMENT : The National High School Records Committee is pleas ed to recognize outstanding achievements by teams and individuals. Although it is impossible to determine intent when marks are established, the committee strongly encourages recognition of performances in the true spirit of interscholastic competition. Running up scores or embarrassing an opponent for the primary purpose of inclusion in the record book is not consistent with the ideals of good sportsmanship. 177 9.0 PERSONNEL Page 9.1 An Athletic Code for Superintendents and Principals ............................ 179 A. For Superintendents ......................................................... 179 B. For Principals ................................................................ 179 9.2 An Athletic Code for Athletic Directors and Coaches ........................... 180 A. For Athletic Directors ...................................................... 180 B. For Coaches .................................................................. 180-181 9.3 An Athletic Code for Officials and Athletes ....................................... 181 A. For the Official ............................................................... 181 B. For the Athletes ............................................................... 181-182 9.4 Coaching Requirements ............................................................... 182-185 A. Coaching Permit .............................................................. 182 Validity of Coaching Permit ................................................ 182 Requirement of Coaching Permit .......................................... 182-183 Validity of Temporary Coaching Permit .................................. 183 Requirement for Temporary Coaching Permit ........................... 183 Reissuance of Temporary Coaching Permit .............................. 183 Volunteer Coaches – Coaching Permit .................................... 184 Q & A Volunteer Coaches ................................................... 184 Coaching Permit – Cheerleading / Dance .................................. 184 B. Termination of Coaches Statute ............................................. 184-185 C. Instructional Programs ........................................................ 185 9.5 Code of Ethics for Coaches ............................................................ 185-186 9.6 Code for the Administration of Athletics - Statement of Relationship.. ......... 186 9.7 Sample Job Description – Assistant Coach .......................................... 187 9.8 Sample Job Description – Head Coach ............................................... 188 9.9 Sample Job Description – Director of Athletics – Administrative Position ...... 189-190 A. New Certification Requirements for Athletic Directors .................. 191 9.10 Sample Job Description – Director of Athletics – Non -Administrative .......... 192-193 178 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.1 AN ATHLETIC CODE FOR SUPERINTENDENTS AND PRINCIPALS The superintendent and principal are the final authorities responsible for the athletic activities of the school. In realization of this responsibility these guiding principles should prevail: 9.1.A. FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT 1. I will use all means possible to bring to my community a full realization of the value of athletics as an educational tool in training citizens. 2. I will have a definite understanding with principals and athletic directors concerni ng the school athletic policy and expect and give support in carrying out that policy. 3. I will judge the success of those in charge of the athletic programs by the conduct and attitude of contestants and spectators rather than on the number of games won or lost. 9.1.B. FOR THE PRINCIPAL 1. I will have a complete understanding of the athletic policy of this school system and of the individual responsibility of all concerned as well as all CIAC rules and regulations. 2. I will be honest in my certification of contestants and base that certification on complete information concerning the student’s athletic and scholastic status. Questionable cases will be referred to the Executive Director of the Connecticut Interscholasti c Athletic Conference before the privilege of competition is given. 3. I will give my loyal support to the coaches and athletic director in their efforts to carry out national, state and local athletic policies. 4. I will make every effort to instruct the stud ent body in its responsibilities in making the athletic program a valuable one and point out desirable types of conduct at “home” and “away” games. 5. I will endeavor to foresee possible differences and misunderstandings with other schools and, as far as pos sible, settle them or provide means of settlement before they materialize. 6. I will insist that any misunderstandings that may arise be settled privately between official representatives of the schools concerned. 7. I will have a definite understanding with the athletic director about officials, schedules, finances, care of fields and gymnasiums, handling of spectators, etc., and give that person every assistance in carrying out such duties. 8. I will consider it unprofessional to withhold from another school any seemingly authentic information which calls to question the eligibility of any of its players. 9. I or a member of my administration will attend athletic contests in which my school participates. 10. I will commend opposing schools for outstanding examples of fine citizenship. 179 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.2 AN ATHLETIC CODE FOR ATHLETIC DIRECTORS AND COACHES The Athletic Director and coach are the official representatives of the school in interscholastic athletic activities. In this important capacity, these standards should be practiced: 9.2.A. BY THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR The Athletic Policy and the Mission Statement of the School Should : 1. Be definitely understood with director’s responsibility clearly defined. 2. Include only those schedules which are educationally and physically sound for the athlete. 3. Cooperate with the community in making a character building athletic program. 4. Refuse admission to athletic contests to persons who have shown chronic lack of sportsmanship. 5. Should be based upon an athletic mission statement that is linked to the academic mission of the school. 6. Be thoroughly explained to athletes and parents at a pre- season meeting as well as postings of the policy at appropriate locations. The Securing of Officials Should I ncl ude : 1. Work cooperativ ely with assignors. 2. Complete support of officials in cases of adverse rulings. 3. Definite contractual agreements naming fee, expenses and time and place of game. Game Preparation Involves : 1. Provision of programs giving rules changes, names of players and of officials, and emphasizing good sportsmanship. 2. Proper handling of crowds so there is no encroachment on playing space. 3. Maintaining sidelines for exclusive use of players, coaches and officials. 9.2.B. BY THE COACH The School May Expect: 1. Work of the coach to be an integral part of the school system with its educational contribution. 2. Mastery of the principles of good teaching and consequent improvement in teaching as well as coaching. 3. Loyalty to superiors in making athletics fit into the general school program. 4. Insistence upon high scholarship and enforcement of all rules of eligibility. The Athletes May Expect : 1. A genuine and up- to-date knowledge of that which the coach proposes to teach. 2. Fair, unprejudiced relationship with all squad members. 3. Careful attention to the physical condition of players at the time of each contest. 4. Competent and trustworthy officials whose decisions will always be supported. Sportsmanship Includes : 1. Teaching athletes to win by use of legitimate means only. 2. Counteracting unfounded rumors of questionable practices by opponents. 180 9.0 PERSONNEL The Influence of the Coach Necessitates : 1. Being the sort of person he/she wants boys and girls to become. 2. Discouragement of gambling, profanity, smoking, obscene language, use of alcohol and drugs at all times. 9.3 AN ATHLETIC CODE FOR OFFICIALS AND ATHLETES Competent, impartial officials and clean, hard -playing athletes have made a place for interscholastic athletics in the educational program. Sports manship and fair play demand these practices. 9.3.A. BY THE OFFICIAL The Contest Demands : 1. A professional relationship calling for the highest type of service. 2. Thorough preparation. 3. A rested body and an alert mind. 4. Reporting for duty at least thirty (30) minutes before time of the game. 5. A neat, distinct uniform. The Rules Demand : 1. Rectifying mistakes in judgment without “evening up.” 2. Adherence to right decisions despite disapproval of spectators. 3. Control of tempter at all times in warning crowd s or inflicting penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct. 4. Respect for judgment of companion officials in making decisions. 5. That interpretations and announcements be made clear to both teams. 6. That players or players of other teams not be discussed in the presence of prospective opponents. 9.3.B. BY THE ATHLETE The Contest Demands : 1. Fair play at all times. 2. A “square deal” to opponents by players and spectators. 3. Playing for the joy of playing and for the success of the team. 4. Playing hard to the end. 5. Keeping one’s head and PLAYING the game, not TALKING it. 6. Respect for officials and expectation that they will enforce the rules. 7. That an athlete should not quit, cheat, bet, or “grandstand.” The School Demands : 1. Out -of-school and out-of-town conduct on the highest type. 2. Faithful completion of school work as practical evidence of loyalty to school and team. 3. Complete observance of training rules as a duty to school, team and self. Sportsmanship Demands : 1. Treatment of visiting team and officials as guests an d the extension of every courtesy to them. 2. Giving opponent full credit when they win and learning to correct one’s own faults through failures. 181 9.0 PERSONNEL 3. Modesty and consideration when one’s team wins. 4. An athlete will not “crow” when the team wins or blame the officials when it loses. 9.4. COACHING REQUIREMENTS 9.4.A. Sec. 10-145d-790 – Coaching Permits a. A coach (regardless of coaching assignment)* of intramural or interscholastic athletics in elementary, middle or high schools, shall meet the requirements of subsections (b) through (e), inclusive, of this section: 1) A coaching permit; or 2) A temporary coaching permit; or b. A person serving as a director of athletics at the elementary or secondary school level, not responsible for super vision, shall be required to hold a coaching permit; c. A person serving as a director of athletics at the elementary or secondary school level, responsible for the supervision of coaches, shall be required to hold a coaching permit and a valid Connecticut e ducators certificate; d. A person serving as a director of athletics, with district -wide responsibilities for the athletic program or evaluation of certified staff, shall be required to hold a coaching permit and a Connecticut educators certificate endorsed for intermediate administration or supervision. e. An individual who serves as a coach (paid or unpaid) must hold a coaching permit or a temporary coaching permit. An individual, not serving as any type of coach, may assist a coach, if working under the direct and continual supervision of a coach. *Note: Includes volunteer coaches who work with or instruct student- athletes. Sec. 10-145d-791 – Validity of Coaching Permit ( I mplementation date: July 1, 1999) A coaching permit shall be valid from the effective date and will be renewed every five years upon completion of not less than 15 clock hours of seminars, course work and workshops providing information on safe and healthful coaching practices and understanding child and adolescent development and the concussion management refresher course, as approved by the Department. Upon written request of an employing agent, the Department, for good cause shown, may defer the 15 clock hour requirement for 12 months. Sec. 10-145d-792 – Requirements of Coachin g Pe rmit To receive a coaching permit, an applicant must meet the requirements in subsection (a), (b), (c ) and either (d) or (e) of this section: a. Attain the age of 18 years; b. Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; 182 9.0 PERSONNEL c. Current standard first aid and CPR certification; d. Complete a minimum of three semester hours of credit from a regionally accredited institution or 45 clock hours of instruction in a program offered by a board of education or the Connecticut I nterscholasti c Athletic Conference and approved by the Department, which must include each of the following topics: 1) Legal and safety aspects of coaching children and adolescents; 2) Medical aspects of coaching children and adolescents; and 3) Principles and practices of coaching children and adolescents and child and adolescent sports psychology; 4) State approved concussion management course. e. Hold a valid Connecticut educator certificate, Standard or Permanent Certificate. Sec. 10-145d-793 – Validity of Temporary Coaching Pe rmi t A temporary coaching permit shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance. Sec. 10-145d-794 – Requirements for Temporary Coaching Permit To receive a temporary coaching permit, a board of education shall submit an application on forms provided by the Department giving evidence that the applicant for a temporary emergency coaching permit has met the following requirements. 1) Attain the age of 18 years; 2) Holds a high school diploma or its equivalent; and 3) Completed successfully, no earlier than one year prior to the date of application, a standard first aid course and CPR certification. 4) State approved concussion management course. Sec. 10-145d-795 – Reissuance of Temporary Coaching Permit a. A temporary coaching permit may be renewed for one additional year, provided that the applicant: 1) Completed a standard first aid and CPR course which must be valid for one year from the date of application; 2) Complete or is enrolled in at least two semester hours of credit from a regionally accredit ed institution or 30 clock hours of instruction in a program offered by a board of education, or the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference approved by the Department, covering at least two of the following topics. --Legal and safety aspects o f coaching children and adolescents; --Medical aspects of coaching children and adolescents; and --Principles and practices of coaching children and adolescents and children and adolescent sports psychology; --State approved concussion m anagement course . b. At the expiration of the renewal, the applicant must either obtain a coaching permit or discontinue coaching. 183 9.0 PERSONNEL VOLUNTEER COACHES – COACHING PERMITS Sec. 10-145d-423 – Whe n Required Either a coaching permit or a temporary emergency coaching permit, is required for a coach of intramural or interscholastic athletics in kindergarten through grade 12, inclusive, including volunteer coaches who work with or instruct student- athletes. For the purposes of these regulations, a coach shall mean an individual responsible for instructing students in grades K- 12, inclusive, in intramural or interscholastic athletics but shall not mean any person working directly with a coach. A person assisting a coach but not instructing or working with the athletes shall not be required to hold a coaching permit or temporary emergency coaching permit. 1. Does a non- certified individual, designated as an assistant coach, need some type of coaching permit? Yes. The determinative question is the job function not the job title. If a school district designates an individual as an assistant coach and makes the individual responsible for instructing students and performing the duties of a coach, then he or she would need a coaching permit. For e xample, the coach of a freshman or sub-varsity team needs a coaching permit even if he or she has the title of assistant coach. 2. Does a volunteer need some type of coaching permit? Yes. If a volunteer is working with and/or instructing student-athletes, then the volunteer must have a coaching permit. COACHING PERMIT – CHEERLEADING / DANCE TEAM Effective July 1, 1995, the State Department of Education has mandated that all cheerleading advisors, chaperones, coaches to be properly certified as a coach. However, CIAC does NOT regulate cheerleading /dance team activities. Cheerleading/dance team is regulated by the CAS Student Activities Board of Control. 9.4.B. TERMINATION OF COACHES STATUTE (PA 04 -243) (Adopted 6/8/04 by CT State Legislature) Local and regional boards of education that employ athletic coaches shall require the coaches’ immediate supervisor to evaluate such coaches on an annual basis and to provide such coaches with copies of such evaluations. Any local or regional board of education acting directly, or through its duly authorized agent, that terminates or declines to renew the coaching contract of an athletic coach who has served in the same coaching position for three or more consecutive school years shall inform such coach of such decision no later than ninety (90) days after the completion of the sport season covered by the contract. Such coach shall have an opportunity to appeal such decision to the local or regional board of education in a manner prescribed by such local or regional board of education. Nothing in this subsection shall prohibit a local or regional board of education from terminating the coaching contract of an athletic coach at any time (1) 184 9.0 PERSONNEL for reasons of moral misconduct, insubordination or a violation of the rules of the board of education, or (2) because a sport has been canceled by the board of education. For the purposes of this section, “athletic coach” means any person holding a coaching permit who is hired by a local or regional board of education to coach for a sport season. 9.4.C. INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS Connecticut institutions have provided instructional programs aimed at meeting the instructional portion of the coaching permit requirements. These institutions have been state universities and community colleges. As more and more lay people enter the coaching ranks, it is necessary for local communities to offer curriculum and instruction for the purpose of certifying coaches. Most lay people have strong reservations about returning to state universities or even community college due to unfamiliarity, time, travel and expense. Therefore, a curriculum has been developed by the “American Coach Effectiveness Program” and “Prog ram for Athletic Coaches Education” which has been endorsed by the CIAC and the Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors and may be used toward meeting the instructional requirement in certifying coaches. Copies may be obtained by contacting the CIAC, 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410. The course may be offered by a local or regional board of education or a regional educational service center. The course must have a written attendance requirement. To complete the course 45 clock hours of inst ruction are required. A system for keeping, maintaining and making records available of individuals who have completed successfully part or all of the program must be in place. Instruction must be delivered by individuals qualified and certified by the l ocal educational agency and the State Department of Education. Note: Several school districts and in some cases leagues have joined forces to offer coaching instruction in a geographic area. In addition, the CIAC offers the course three times per year at a cost substantially less than from the university or college system. 9.5 CODE OF ETHICS FOR COACHES The function of a coach is to educate students through participation in interscholastic competition. An interscholastic program should be designed to enhance academic achievement and should never interfere with opportunities for academic success. Each student -athlete should be treated as though he or she were the coaches’ own, and his or her welfare should be uppermost at all times. Accordingly, the following guidelines for coaches have been adopted by the NFHS Coaches Association. The coach shall be aware that he or she has a tremendous influence, for either good or ill, on the education of the student- athlete and, thus, shall never place the value of winning above the value of instilling the highest ideals of character. 185 9.0 PERSONNEL The coach shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession. In all personal contact with student- athletes, officials, athletic directors, school administrators, the state high school athletic association, the media, and the public, the coach shall strive to se t an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct. The coach shall take an active role in the prevention of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse. The coach shall avoid the use of alcohol and tobacco products when in contact with players. The coach shall promote the entire interscholastic program of the school and direct his or her program in harmony with the total school program. The coach shall master the contest rules and shall teach them to his or her team members. The coach shall not seek an advantage by circumvention of the spirit or letter of the rules. The coach shall exert his or her influence to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, both directly and by working closely with cheerleaders, pep club sponsors, booster clubs, and administrators. The coach shall respect and support contest officials. The coach shall not indulge in conduct which would incite players or spectators against the officials. Public criticism of officials or players is unethical. Before and after contests , coaches for the competing teams should meet and exchange cordial greetings to set the correct tone for the event. A coach shall not exert pressure on faculty members to give student- athletes special consideration. A coach shall not scout opponents by any means other than those adopted by the league and/or state high school athletic association. 9.6 CODES FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF ATHLETICS Statement of Relationship Membership in the Connecticut Association of Schools is comprised of individual schools, so approved by their respective boards of education. The superintendent is responsible for the athletic activities of the school system. The duties will vary according to the size of the school system, ranging from the larger schools where all duties are delegated, to the smaller schools where the superintendent may be both the administrative and executive officer. In either case, it is a duty to have set up a definite school athletic policy and have a complete understanding of that policy by those concerned. The principal is the official representative of the member school and is directly responsible for the general attitude of the student body and the conduct of the athletic affairs by the athletic director and the coach. It is the duty of the above named officers to derive from the athletic program a full measure of educational value in developing good sportsmanship on the part of the student body, faculty, parents, and general public. Mutual cooperation is essential in order to carry out properly the work of any or all of these officers. 186 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.7 SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION – ASSISTANT COACH Title : Assistant Coach Qualifications : 1. Possess proper Connecticut certification 2. Should have a background in the sport 3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable. Primary Function : To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self -esteem. Reports to: Head Coach Supervises: Students Major Duties and Responsibilities : 1. Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved. 2. Plans and schedu les with the head coach a regular program of practice in season (including holiday or vacation periods). 3. Works closely with the head coach in scheduling interscholastic contests. 4. Assists the head coach in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms, as appropriate. 5. Assists the head coach in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, accident reports and similar paperwork. 6. Assists in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present. 7. Enforces rules and regulations which have been established by the head coach and distributes copies of same to all squad members prior to the start of the season. 8. Provides for the orderly distribution and collection of all athletic equipment. 9. Will evaluate their programs and submit written reports to the head coach at the conclusion of their season. 10. Conforms to rules and regulations as stated in the coaches manual and/or teachers manual. 11. Performs such other duties as ar e consistent with the nature of the position and as may be requested by the head coach. Terms of Employment: Salary and work period to be established by the board of education in compliance with rules and regulations . Evaluation : Will be conducted by the head coach in conjunction with the athletic director and reviewed by the principal in accordance with per formance responsibilities. 187 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.8 SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION – HEAD COACH Title : Head Coach Qualifications: 1. Possess proper Connecticut certification . 2. Should have background in the sport 3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable. Primary Function: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self- esteem. Reports to : Athletic Director and/or Principal Supervises : Students Major Duties and Responsibilities : 1. Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved. 2. Plans and schedules with the Athletic Director and regular program of practice in season (including holiday or vacation periods). 3. Works closely with the Athletic Director in scheduling interscholastic contests. 4. Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate. 5. Maintains and compl etes necessary attendance forms, insurance records, accident reports and similar paperwork. 6. Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present. 7. Establish written rules and regu lations in consultation with the athletic director and/or principal, for distribution to all squad members prior to the start of the season. Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times and imposes penalties for breach of such standards by individual students. 8. Provides for the orderly distribution and collection of all athletic equipment. 9. Will evaluate their assistant coaches and program and submit written reports to the athletic director at the conclusion of their season. 10. Conforms to the r ules and regulations as stated in the coaches manual and/or teachers manual. 11. Perform such other duties as are consistent with the nature of the position and as may be requested by the athletic director and/or principal. 12. Follow all applicable state laws and CIAC regulations related to concussion and sports injury. Terms of Employment : Salary and work period to be established by the board of education. Evaluation : Will be conducted by athletic director and reviewed by the principal in accordance with the performance responsibilities. 188 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.9 SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION – DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS – ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION Title : Director of Athletics Qualifications : 1. Valid Connecticut certification in intermediate administration 2. Valid Connecticut coaching permit 3. Evidence of successful coaching and/or athletic administrative experience. Primary Goal : To provide each student with an opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity that will foster physical skills, personal growth, a sense of worth and confidence, and a knowledge and understanding of the pleasures of sport and the principles of fair play. Reports to : Building Principal / Superintendent Supervises : All personnel assigned to and associated with the athletic program. Major Duties and Responsibilities : 1. Organize and administer the overall program of interscholastic athletics. 2. Keep the superintendent and building principal informed of current trends in athletics. 3. The administering of policies and procedures and coordinate the recruiting, interviewing, sele ction, and assignment of coaches. 4. Evaluate all head coaches annually. 5. Require head coaches to assess assistant coaches annually. 6. Maintain the necessary certification for all coaches, as required by the State Department of Education. 7. Interpret and communica te to staff, students and parents, all school, conference and CIAC regulations governing interscholastic athletics. 8. Assume responsibilities for planning, organizing and conducting staff meetings and in- service programs. 9. Represent school at league meetings. 10. Arrange for transportation requirements for all athletic teams. 11. Schedules all interscholastic athletic events. 12. Hire officials, police, and other supervision as required and assume general responsibility for the proper supervision of all home cont ests. 13. Develop and implement appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities. 14. Arrange all details of visiting teams and official’s needs as appropriate. 15. Arrange practice schedules for use of athletic fields and facilities. 16. Review, revise and distribute student -athlete handbook. 17. Review, revise and distribute coaches’ handbook. 18. Maintain eligibility rules and submit certified lists to the CIAC. 19. Provide and arrange for proper notification to student- athletes on local , league, and state athletic eligibility requirements. 20. Submit to the CIAC all other appropriate forms and information as required regarding the athletic program. 21. Keep records of results of all school athletic contests, and maintain a record file of all award winners. 189 9.0 PERSONNEL 22. Provide athletes with information on eligibility, transfer rules, and other athletic regulations. 23. Provide medical coverage as needed for athletic contests and ensure that physical exam requirements are met by all student -athletes. 24. Supervise the athletic trainer and athletic department secretary, if applicable. 25. Assist personnel in the improvements of knowledge and instructional skills by encouraging participation in clinics, workshops, and state meetings. 26. Foster support for the athletic program and school spirit among non- participants. 27. Maintain proper levels of sportsmanship at all athletic contests. 28. Serve as a vehicle through which all matters pertaining to athletics are brought to the attention of the principal. Financial Duties : 1. Prepare and administer the athletic program budget in cooperation with the principal. 2. Requisition program supplies and equipment. 3. Review and sign all invoices submitted for payment. 4. Conduct scheduled reviews of athletic accounts. 5. Supervise all ticket sales and assume responsibility for proper handling and accounting of funds. Property, Equipment and Supplies : 1. Establish procedures for use and care of all athletic facilities, equipment and supplies. 2. Direct coaches to prepare and sub mit inventories. 3. Supervise the maintenance of both indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. 4. Order, receive and distribute all newly purchased equipment and supplies. 5. Arrange for reconditioning and storage of out-of-season equipment and supplies. 6. Oversee preparation of all sites for home contests. Public Relations : 1. Plan and supervise a recognition program for school athletes. 2. Create good will and public relations among respective league members, parents, coaches and school administration. 3. Serve as liaison to booster groups. Other : Perform such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the principal and/or superintendent. Evaluation : Evaluation will be conducted by the principal and reviewed by the superintendent in accordance with the performance responsibilities. 190 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.9.A. NEW CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETIC DIRECTORS – Effective October 1, 2013 The Connecticut State Legislature has passed a law that gives statutory recognition to the position of athletic director. This law will define the position of athletic director and establish qualifications for hiring anyone after October 1, 2013. Athletic directors employed prior to October 1, 2013 are grandfathered as long as they possess the proper credentials according to current State Department of Education certification regulations. The athletic director position is now defined in the new la w – T he new law spells out general duties and responsibilities of an athletic director stating – “An athletic director administering the athletic program of a school or school district shall have the following responsibilities: (1) Ensuring that each athle tic coach in the athletic program holds a coaching permit issued by the state board, (2) supervising and evaluating athletic coaches, pursuant to section 10 -222e of the general statutes, as amended by this act, (3) supervising students participating in interscholastic athletics, (4) possessing knowledge and understanding of all rules and regulations of the governing authority for interscholastic athletics, (5) administering and arranging the scheduling of an transportation to athletic activities and events, (6) administering and arranging the hiring of officials, (7) ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all athletic activities and event s, and (8) any other duties relevant to the organization and administration of the athletic program for the school or school district.” Of course school districts can create additional responsibilities as many do but the law now outlines the basic covenants of the position. How this new law affects current athletic directors – The law grandfathers all current athletic directors in their current positions provided that they are currently holding the proper credentials according to the current certification regulations that went into effect July 1998. Anyone hired after July 1998 is currently required to hold a coaching permit AND either a Connecticut teaching certificate if they are a school athletic director, or just the coaching permit if they are considered an athletic program facilitator with no supervisory responsibilities. Those hired prior to July 1998 are grandf athered in their current positions in their current district only. Anyone grandfathered who moves into a new district or to a new position must comply with the new law effective October 1, 2013 The law spells out new hiring standards – E ffective October 1, 2013, any school district hiring an individual as “school” athletic director must make certain the applicant has a coaching permit and either a state of Connecticut approved teaching certificate or the appropriate certification from the National Inters cholastic Athletic Administrators Association. For school districts hiring an individual as a “district- wide” or “multi- school” athletic director must make certain the applicant have a coaching permit and either a state of Connecticut approved certificate in administration and supervision (092) or the appropriate master certification from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association. For more information about the new hiring standards call Fred Balsamo, Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors, (203) 651-3921. For more information about the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) certification program go to www.caadinc.org . 191 9.0 PERSONNEL 9.10 SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION – DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS – NON- ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION Title : Director of Athletics Qualifications : 1. Valid Connecticut teaching certification 2. Valid Connecticut coaching permit 3. Evidence of successful coaching and/or athletic administrative experience. Primary Goal : To provide each student with an opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity that will foster physical skills, personal growth, a sense of worth and confidence, and a knowledge and understanding of the pleasures of sport and the pri nciples of fair play. Reports to : Building principal Supervises : With the assistance of the building principal, supervises all personnel assigned to and associated with the athletic program. Administrative and Supervisory Responsibilities : 1. Assists the principal with organizing the overall program of interscholastic athletics. 2. Keep the superintendent and building principal informed of current trends in athletics. 3. Assists the principal with the administering of policies and procedures and coor dinates the recruiting, interviewing, selection, and assignment of coaches. 4. Assures all head coaches are evaluated annually. 5. Assures all head coaches assess assistant coaches annually. 6. Assists the principal in maintaining the necessary certification for al l coaches, as required by the State Department of Education. 7. Interpret and communicate to staff, students and parents, all school, conference, and CIAC regulations governing interscholastic athletics. 8. Arranges for planning, organizing and conducting staff meetings and in- service programs. 9. Represent school at league meetings. 10. Arrange for transportation requirements for all athletic teams. 11. Schedules all interscholastic athletic events. 12. Hire officials, police, and other supervision as required and assume gene ral responsibility for the proper supervision of all home contests. 13. Assists the principal with the development and implementation of appropriate rules and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities. 14. Arrange all details of visiting teams and o fficial’s needs as appropriate. 15. Arrange practice schedules for use of athletic fields and facilities. 16. Review, revise and distribute student -athlete handbooks. 17. Review, revise and distribute coaches’ handbook. 18. Assists the principal with eligibility rules and submits certified lists to the CIAC. 19. Assists the principal to provide and arrange for proper notification to student -athletes on local, league, and state athletic eligibility requirements. 20. Assists the principal with submitting to the CIAC all other appropriate forms and information as required regarding the athletic program. 192 9.0 PERSONNEL 21. Keep records of results of all school athletic contests, and maintain a record file of all award winners. 22. Assists the principal with providing athletes with information on eligibility, transfer rules, and other athletic regulations. 23. Assists the principal in providing medical coverage as needed for athletic contests and ensure that physical exam requirements are met by all student- athletes. 24. Assists the principal in the supervision of the athletic trainer and athletic department secretary, if applicable. 25. Assist personnel in the improvements of knowledge and instructional skills by encouraging participation in clinics, workshops and state meetings. 26. Foster support for the athletic program and school spirit among non- participants. 27. Assists the principal with maintaining proper levels of sportsmanship at all athletic contests. 28. Serve as a vehicle through which all matters pertaining to athletics are brought to the atten tion of the principal. Financial Duties : 1. Prepare and administer the athletic program budget in cooperation with the principal. 2. Requisition program supplies and equipment. 3. Assists the principal with all invoices submitted for payment. 4. Assists the principal with scheduled reviews of athletic accounts. 5. Assists the principal with supervising all ticket sales and for proper handling and accounting of funds. Property, Equipment and Supplies : 1. Establish procedures for use and care of all athletic facilities, equ ipment and supplies. 2. Direct coaches to prepare and submit inventories. 3. Supervise the maintenance of both indoor and outdoor athletic facilities. 4. Order, receive and distribute all newly purchased equipment and supplies. 5. Arrange for reconditioning and storage of out-of-season equipment and supplies. 6. Assists the principal with the preparation of all sites for home contests. Public Relations : 1. Assists the principal with planning a recognition program for school athletes. 2. Create good will and public relations among respective league members, parents, coaches and school administration. 3. Serve as liaison to booster groups. Other : Perform such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the principal and/or superintendent. Evaluation : Evaluation will be conducted by the principal and reviewed by the superintendent in accordance with the performance responsibilities. 193 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS Page 10.1 CAAD Endorsement of CIAC ..................................................... 195 10.2 CABE Endorsement of CIAC ..................................................... 195 10.3 CAPSS Endorsement of CIAC ................................................... 195 10.4 CHSCA Endorsement of CIAC .................................................. .... 196 10.5 Eligibility of Home Schoolers ..................................................... 196 A. Position Statement of CAS ................................................ 196 B. Position Sta tement of CHSCA ............................................ 196 C. Position Sta tement of CAPSS ............................................. 197 10.6 CIAC Pos ition Statement – Female Officials ........................................ 197 10.7 CHSCA / CAAD Position Statement – All State Selection ........................ 197 10.8 Director of Athletics Position – Endorsement ....................................... 197 10.9 Pay -to-Play ................................................................................ 198-199 A. CIAC Position ....................................................................... 198 B. CAAHPE Position .................................................................. 198 C. CAPSS Position ..................................................................... 198 D. CHSCA / CAAD Position ......................................................... 199 10.10 School Start Times – CIAC Position ................................................. 199 10.11 NFHS Guidelines on Handling Practices and Contests During Lightning or Thunder Disturbances ................................................................... 199-200 194 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS 10.1 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF ATHLETIC DIRECTORS ENDORSEMENT OF CIAC (Adopted CAAD Board May 7, 2001) The Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors (CAAD) endorses the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) as the sole regulatory body for interscholastic athletics in Connecticut. Throughout the decades of the previous century, the CIAC demonstrated the principle that it espouses in its mission statement; namely, the promotion of interscholastic athletics in a manner that assures quality experiences for all concerned. The twenty -first century will see many changes in in terscholastic athletics in our nation, including significant changes in Connecticut. It is the CIAC that is best qualified to manage those changes. CAAD joins with the CIAC in its intention to offer programs and contests that demonstrate high ethical standards, fairness, and sportsmanship for Connecticut’s student -athletes and coaches; therefore, this endorsement is offered without qualification. 10.2 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF BOARDS OF EDUCATION ENDORSEMENT OF CIAC (Voted CABE Board of Directors March 30, 1998) The Connecticut Association of Boards of Education endorses CIAC’s authority to determine eligibility for interscholastic athletics. 10.3 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENTS ENDORSEMENT OF CIAC – POSITION STATEMEN T (Adopted CAPSS February 6, 1998) 1. Superintendents must not permit or endorse any change in CIAC rules and regulations which would compromise either the organization’s eligibility standards for student participation in athletics or the CIAC’s ability to monitor the application of those rules and regulations. 2. CIAC eligibility requirements are monitored through the organization’s designated member schools. Membership is based upon an institutional recognition by CIAC, including private schools approved by the State Department of Education. 3. Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics is not to be extended to any student whose program is not under the direct supervision of a CIAC member school. 4. Any participation in interscholastic athletics at the local district level must be governed by what is permitted under CIAC eligibility standards and the enforcement/monitoring of those standards. 5. Participation in interscholastic athletics has been and is limited to those stu dents registered in the member schools/school districts. These students must follow all existing school practices as stated in Board of Education policy/regulations and the schools’ student handbooks. This requirement is in the best interest of the students of Connecticut. 195 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS 10.4 CONNECTICUT HIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION’S ENDORSEMENT OF CIAC AS THE REGULATORY AGENCY (Voted CHSCA Board of Directors October 1993) The Connecticut High School Coaches Association states its unequivocal support and endorsement of the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference as the only agency that should regulate the athletic programs of schools in Connecticut. CHSCA recognizes the positive relationships that have existed for years between the two groups. CIAC is assured that its collective voice will be heard. We may continue to have different philosophical views. However, it should be most clear that any non-school related agency could not possibly serve the needs and interest of school athletics in the state. Although unfortunately, there are a very small number of individuals who sometimes publicly criticize the actions of CIAC, the great majority of coaches realize that CIAC actions result for the most par t on recommendations from sport committees, which include representation from coaches. CHSCA stands ready to utilize its statewide network of coaches to assist in the CIAC meeting any and all challenges from its regulatory function of school athletics in the state of Connecticut. 10.5 ELIGIBILITY OF HOME SCHOOLERS 10.5.A. CAS POSITION STATEMENT ON THE ELIGIBILITY OF HOME- SCHOOLED STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS The Board of Directors of the Connecticut Association of Schools strongly supports the existing Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) position concerning the eligibility of home-schooled students to participate in interscholastic athletics. Current CIAC regulations dictate that the opportunity to pa rticipate in interscholastic sports be extended to only those students who are enrolled in its member schools and who meet all CIAC eligibility requirements. More specifically, eligibility is to be restricted to those students who are otherwise eligible a nd whose educational program is under the direct supervision of a CIAC member school. The CAS Board of Directors neither permits nor endorses any changes in any CIAC regulations which would accommodate the eligibility of home -schooled students to participate in interscholastic sports in Connecticut. The Board of Directors holds that the inclusion of home- schooled students in interscholastic sports activities would interfere with the CIAC’s ability to ensure the uniform and consistent application o f its rules governing eligibility. The current regulation, which excludes home- schooled students from participation, is requisite to the CIAC’s ability to maintain a fair, equitable and safe environment for the student- athletes of Connecticut. 10.5.B. CHSCA POSITION STATEMENT ON HOME -SCHOOLED STUDENTS The Executive Board of the Connecticut High School Coaches Association unanimously endorses the position of the CIAC with regards to the following three items: • The transfer rule • Home -schooling and participation in CIAC sanctioned sports • The State Attorney General’s position with regards to Connecticut State Department of Education review of CIAC Board of Control decisions. The Connecticut High School Coaches Association supports in spirit, content and intent, the position of the CIAC Board of Control on each of the above items and publicly states such with this document. 196 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS 10.5.C. CAPSS POSITION STATEMENT ON HOME -SCHOOLED STUDENTS Participation in interscholastic athletics has been and is limited to those students registered in the member schools/school districts. These students must follow all existing school practices as stated in board of education policy/regulations and the schools’ student handbooks. This requir ement is in the best interest of the students of Connecticut. 10.6 CIAC POSITION STATEMENT – FEMALE OFFICIALS There are numerous opportunities for women in high school officiating, and the CIAC enthusiastically encourages all interested women to seriously consider becoming a certified official in your favorite sport or sports. We want you to know that you would be most welcomed in all CIAC sponsored sports for both girls and boys. We have many outstanding female officials whose presence on the f ield, court, mat, and in the pool serve as much needed role models for all high school athletes. Most importantly, officials derive great satisfaction from being involved in their favorite sports, earning additional income, and contributing to high school athletics in Connecticut. 10.7 POSITION STATEMENT: CIAC – CHSCA – CAAD – ALL -STATE SELECTION PROCESS The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference and the Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors strongly objects to any mandate for member ship by any coaching organization as a criteria for student- athletes to be eligible for all -state or any other post season honors. The Connecticut Coaches Association “strongly concurs with the CAAD Executive Board in objecting to any group which would remove a student- athlete from all- state consideration on the basis of his/her coaches organization or affiliation.” 10.8 DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC POSITION – ENDORSEMENT The CIAC and the National Federation of State High School Associations endorse the position of Director of Athletics as an integral part of the administrative team of a high school, essential to the coordination and implementation of a wholesome athletic program. The litigation climate, staffing problems, budgetary concerns, sports medicine implications and many other aspects of today’s high school sports programs require sound leadership which can be provided by a competent athletic administrator. Furthermore, the magnitude and scope of the duties and responsibilities of an athletic director dictate that qualified individuals should be assigned this task and adequate released time must be provided to fulfill the expectations of the position. . 197 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS 10.9 PAY- TO -PLAY 10.9.A. CIAC POSITION – PAY -TO -PLAY At its January 20, 2005 meeting the CAS Board of Directors voted to declare its strong opposition to the local board of education policies which establish a fee system for students who wish to participate in co - curricular o r extra -curricular activities, athletic and/or non -athletic The Board is of the opinion that students should not be assessed fees for the privilege of participating in activities which have been traditionally recognized as integral and meaningful in the to tal school program. These activities have through the years provided immediate and long -range benefits to participants as well as to schools. Requiring “pay- to-play” is shortsighted educational policy and can be discriminatory to the needy. 10.9.B. CAAHPE POSITION – PAY- TO -PLAY The Administrators of Health and Physical Education support the current practice of funding interscholastic athletics through local board of education funds. We feel a direct assessment on the individual families of athletes is contrary to the educational philosophy so deeply rooted in our nation, and is wrong because it places an undue tax on selected members of the community. Interscholastic athletics is an integral part of the normal education process of many students and therefore we feel that it should be funded directly through board of education funds. Athletics as an extra-curricular activity is unique in that it provides a possible predictor of student success in later life; and affords adolescent boys and girls an opportunity to establish a physical and social identity along with the intellectual identity they develop while in the classroom. Owen B. Kiernan, then Executive Director of the National Association of Secondary School Principals, commented: “more and m ore students reveal that their participation in extra -curricular activities is one of the most important facets of a secondary school education.” In support of that notion is a pair of studies conducted by the American Testing Service and College Entrance Examining Board. The former completed a study comparing four factors thought to be possible predictors of student success: achievement in extra- curricular activities, high grades in high school, and high grades in college as well as high scores on the S AT. It was found that the only factor which could be validly used to predict success in later life was achievement in extra -curricular activities. The latter study examined the accuracy of the SAT in predicting how successful a person might be at a chosen career upon graduation from college. The results showed that there was virtually no correlation between scores on the SAT and success in later life. The study did find, however, that those students who were active in extra- curricular activities were mo st likely to be successful.” 10.9.C. CAPSS POSITION – PAY -TO -PLAY CAPSS believes that boards of education should not establish a fee system for students who wish to participate in athletic and non -athletic co -curricular or extra -curricular activities. Traditionally, these activities have been recognized as integral and meaningful and of long range benefit to participants as well as schools. Requiring “pay- to-play” is shortsighted educational policy and can be discriminator y to the needy. Free public education includes the student’s right to participate in activities offered by a school district. The student should not be denied participation because of lack of funds or the refusal to pay a fee. 198 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS With declining resources and with cutbacks in budgets, funding these activities becomes increasingly more difficult. State and Federal governmental agencies should not deliberately preclude the right of each local board of education to find ways othe r than use fees to support extra -curricular and co -curricular activities. 10.9.D. CHSCA / CAAD POSITION – PAY- TO -PLAY The Connecticut High School Coaches Association and the Connecticut Association of Athletic Directors state its opposition to board of education policies which require students to pay for the educational opportunities provided in athletic programs. Most philosophies of education adopted by school boards include the “physical, moral and social development,” (or words to that effect) a s educational objectives. Participation in athletic programs contributed greatly to the realization of these educational goals. A decision by a student to participate in an athletic program is no more “voluntary” than a decision to take a “non-required” course. Athletic administrators feel a policy to charge a fee for an educational program which takes place outside the classroom is therefore discriminatory. The American Testing Service and College Entrance Board report that students who were active in co- curricular activities are most likely to be successful in adult life. This participation is a better predictor of success in adult life than classroom grades or SAT scores. Successful adult living represents a significant core of the educational proc ess. The development of a diligent work ethic evolving from the demands of participation in athletics answers the appeal of employers throughout the country to prepare young people for the world of work. Discrimination, with the charging of fees, especially to the needy, represents a possible deprivation of educational opportunity in a society where free public school offerings have been deeply rooted in our nation. Many educational leaders believe a decision to charge a fee for such opportunity would not be supported in the courts. 10.10 SCHOOL START TIMES – CIAC POSITION The decision regarding school start time is the prerogative of each school district based upon what the district believes is best for their students and their community. If the decision is made to move to a later start time CIAC recommends that consideration be given to the impact such decision will have on athletic and non- athletic student activities to avoid travel issues and late ending events especially during the fall and wi nter seasons. Further, CIAC recommends that policies and procedures be established in the event it is necessary and appropriate to dismiss students early to participate in school- sponsored events. 10.11 NFHS GUIDELINES ON HANDLING PRACTICES AND CONTESTS DURING LIGHTNING OR THUNDER DISTURBANCES These guidelines provide a default policy to those responsible or sharing duties for making decisions concerning the suspension and restarting of practices and contests based on the presence of lightning or thunder. The preferred sources from which to request such a policy for your facility would include your state high school activities association and the nearest office of the National Weather Service. 199 10.0 POLICY STATEMENTS Pro active Planning 1. Assign staff to monitor local weather conditions before and during practices and contests. 2. Develop an evacuation plan, including identification of appropriate nearby safe areas. 3. Develop criteria for suspension and resumption of play: a. When thunder is heard or a cloud- to-ground lightning bolt is seen, the leading edge of the thunderstorm is close enough to strike your location with lightning. Suspend play for 30 minutes and take shelter immediately. b. Thirty -minute rule. Once play has been suspended, wait at least 30 minutes after the last thunder is heard or flash of lightning is witnessed prior to resuming play. c. Any subsequent thunder or lightning after the beginning of the 30- minute count will reset the clock and another 30-minute count sho uld begin. 4. Review annually with all administrators, coaches and game personnel. 5. Inform student- athletes of the lightning policy at start of season. Whenever possible, the CIAC strongly recommends the use of a “lightning strike” monitor or App to confirm that a storm has left the contest or practice area. 200 APPENDIX A CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 2023-24 MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) is a private, voluntary, nonprofit subsidiary of the Connecticut Association of Schools, Inc. (CAS). The Conference is comprised of public and non-public high schools which are approved by the State Board of Education for certification and tuition purposes, whose boards of education/governing bodies have voluntarily applied for and received membership on behalf of their secondary schools. No school may be considered for membership in CIAC which has not been admitted to general membership in CAS. CIAC sponsors statewide tournaments and makes eligibility rules with respect to participation in such CIAC-sponsored tournaments in various sports. Each board of education/governing body that wishes to participate in such meets and tournaments must join the CIAC and agree to abide by and enforce the rules, regulations and qualifications concerning eligibility, ga me rules, and tournament policies and procedures of CIAC. Institutional members of CAS -CIAC participating in any interscholastic activity or contest shall be subject to the rules and regulations established by the appropriate board of control for that act ivity or contest. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY OF MEMBER SCHOOLS REGARDING CIAC BY -LAWS AND REGULATIONS As the voting representative to the association and as a condition of membership, member school principals will be responsible for the following: (CIAC By -law Article III, Section B) 1. All member schools have a data privacy agreement with CAS -CIAC that continues with this agreement. Any school entering as a new CAS- CIAC member should confirm an agreement for their district is in place. 2. Knowing and adhering to the rules and regulations of CIAC 3. Requiring appropriate school personnel to attend CIAC rules and regulations workshops on an annual basis. 4. Educating athletic director, guidance faculty and other appropriate faculty and staff on the rules and regul ations of CIAC. 5. Requiring mandatory meetings at the start of each season with coaches, student- athletes and their parents (guardian) to review CIAC rules and regulations. 6. Developing a written athletic handbook and contract for all student- athletes which de lineates CIAC rules of eligibility and is signed by the student -athlete and parent prior to participation. 7. Requiring all members of the certified coaching staff to attend pre- season game rules interpretation meetings in their sport at the local, regional o r state level. 8. Reporting all violations of CIAC rules and regulations in a timely manner. 9. Establishing a protocol for processing eligibility questions from student- athletes, parents, and coaches within their school. 10. Requiring all newly appointed athletic directors to attend the CIAC summer workshop on CIAC rules and regulations. 11. Meeting financial obligations for CIAC dues by September 15 annually. 12. Filing a signed annual membership agreement by September 15. 13. Meeting financial obligations for all CIAC tournament fees by the stated deadlines. 14. Meeting all financial obligations to game officials within thirty (30) days of the event. 15. Ensuring that its regional or local board of education is in compliance with the legislation requiring the implementation of a state -and -CIAC -approved concussion education plan. Such plan shall utilize written materials, online training videos or in -person training and shall address, minimally, the signs and symptoms of a concussion; the means of obtaining proper medical treatment for a person suspected of sustaining a concussion; the nature and risks of concussion; the danger of continuing to play after sustaining a concussion; the proper method of allowing a student- athlete who has sustained a concussion to return to play; and current best practices in the prevention and treatment of a concussion. Parents and student - athletes must also sign a unified consent form indicating that they have been made aware of and understand the material contained in such plan. 16. Member schools are required to submit concussion data as requested by CIAC. Confidentiality is covered under the data privacy agreement. Failure to comply with all of the above responsibilities may result in action by the CIAC Board of Control including termination of membership, removal from CIAC tournaments, or other appropriate actions as determined by the Board. Failure to meet financial obligations to game officials within sixty (60) days of the event will result in loss of game officials unless otherwis e directed by the Board of Control. Legal Action (CIAC By -law Article III, Section F.) 1. Legal Action Against the CIAC Board of Control by a Member School – Any institutional or individual associate member which initiates legal action to overturn, stay or enjoin an eligibility ruling not appealable beyond the CIAC Board of Control, and is unsuccessful in seeking such an award, will be liable for reasonable costs and attorney’s fees incurred by the Association in defending against such action. Further, should the Association be forced to initiate legal action to collect the aforementioned costs and attorney’s fees, the institutional or individual associate member shall be additionally liable for the Association’s reasonable costs and attorney’s fees resultin g from the collection action. 2. Legal Expenses Incurred by the Board of Control or CAS Board of Directors in Due Process Proceedings – Any institutional or individual associate member which, in the exercise of due process, employs legal counsel to initiate a nd/or conduct hearing procedures which then require the CIAC Board of Control or the CAS Board of Directors to engage legal counsel to assist in or moderate procedures or to defend an action of the Board of Control or the Board of Directors, and is subsequently unsuccessful in its attempt to overturn, alter or stay a ruling of either Board, shall be liable for reasonable costs and attorney’s fees incurred by either Board in the matter at issue. Further, should the Association be forced to initiate legal action to collect the aforementioned costs and attorney’s fees, the institutional or individual associate member shall be additionally liable for the Association’s reasonable costs and attorney’s fees resulting from the collection action. 3. Notwithstanding other costs as otherwise described in Sections F.1. and F.2. of this Article, no student- athlete or legal guardian shall be assessed any legal fees or costs incurred by the CAS Board of Directors or the CIAC Board of Control for any appeal initiated by and processed by an individual athlete or individual legal guardian. The undersigned is authorized to enter into a membership agreement with the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) for the 20 23-24 academic school year. By signing this agreement, the school agrees to abide by the Connecticut Association of School’s (CAS) Constitution, CIAC By- laws, rules and regulations established in the 20 23-24 CIAC Handbook, and to abide by the decisions of the Executive Director, the CAS Board of Directors and the CIAC Board of Control. The undersigned also agrees to comply with all provisions of the CIAC appeals procedures as outlined in the Handbook. Further, as a member of the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference, I agree that the principal of each member school is responsible to enforce all rules, guidelines, regulations and policies set forth in the CIAC Handbook and other CIAC publications as well as any interpretations of the same by the CIAC that pertain to interscholastic activities. CIAC understands that local school districts may have rules that exceed CIAC minimum standards. This membership agreement is to be signed by the school principal or headmaster annually, on behalf of the school district, and be on file at the CIAC office pr ior to the school or district being permitted to participate in any interscholastic activity, or prior to October 25, whichever comes first, of each school year. By signing this agreement, I acknowledge that I have read the above information and agree to the terms and conditions of this membership agreement. ___________________________________ ___________________________________________ ________ Principal/Headmaster School Date This agreement must be on file at the CIAC office, 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410 by October 25, 2023. Please submit with 20 23-24 CIAC Annual Reporting Form. 202 APPENDIX B RULES OF ELIGIBILITY AND CONTROL FOR BOYS AND GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS IN CONNECTICUT (Article IX – CIAC By -laws) As adopted by THE CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE, INC. Effective July 1, 2022 These rules apply in every athletic contest in all CIAC -controlled sports listed in Section VIII of this code in which a member school participates, regardless of opponent. These are minimal regulations of the CIAC. All levels of play of CIAC -controlled athletic contests including varsity, junior varsity, freshman or sports clubs representing any member school in interscholastic competition shall conform to the eligibility rules of the CIAC. Athletic teams are made up entirely of boys or entirely of girls; or are as otherwise provided in Section IV, paragraph F. I. SCHOLARSHIP For purpose of this rule the term “unit” refers to the traditional Car negie Unit. A Carnegie Unit is herein defined as “200 minutes of recitation during a period of five consecutive school days for an entire school year.” Principals may equate any course offering with the Carnegie Unit, no matter what the scheduling pattern, by referring to the following: if a course is scheduled a minimum of 200 minutes during a period of five consecutive school days for a traditional nine- week marking period and awards at least ¼ credit for that period, including independent study, that course should be considered one-quarter of a Carnegie Unit of work; mini- courses, tri -semester courses, alternative school programs, shared time programs, D.E., D.W.E., and other cooperative community programs must meet the minimum time and credit requirements above to be considered a quarter of a Carnegie Unit of work. A. To be eligible for fall sports a student must have received credit toward graduation at the close of the school year preceding the contest in at least four (4) Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent for which he or she has not previously received credit. “Equivalent” is any number of courses which are equal to one Carnegie Unit. Credit must be earned during the same academic year. Through the PPT process or Section 504 meeting, the principal will make a determination on what constitutes an identified student’s equivalent of four (4) Carnegie Units of credit for athletic purposes. To this end, the principal shall rely on the student’s most recent IEP or Section 504 Plan to make the determination. A student enrolling in ninth grade for the first time will be eligible for the first grading period regardless of the previous academic achievement. Thereafter, in order to be eligible, a student in grades 9 -12 must meet the requirements found in Rule I.B. B. A student cannot at any time represent a school unless taking at least four quarter Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent. During the school year a student must have received a passing mark in at least four (4) quarter Carnegie Units of work or its equivalent at the end of the regular marking period preceding the contest. Student eligibility will be determined for all students on the date that official grades are posted for all students (whole- school eligibility) or on the fourteenth calendar day following the end of the marking period, whichever comes first. The means by which official grades are distributed to all students will be determined by the school. No Carnegie Unit or equivalent for which the student has already received credit shall be included in those required by this rule. C. If computer, arena, or hand scheduling assigns an athlete less than four quarter Carnegie Units or equivalent of work in a marking period, that student is ineligible unless additional courses needed are added to the schedule. D. Scholastic failures cannot be made up for eligibility purposes in any manner until the next report, except that credits earned during the summer by any regularly approved board of education procedure will be accepted for the purpose of determining the eligibility of students desiring to participate in the ath letic program of the school in September. Scholastic incompletes must be made up within ten (10) school days following the date that student eligibility was determined for the respective marking period as defined above. Incomplete grades are not to be considered as passing grades. It should be understood that the above regulations are minimal and do not prohibit a school from establishing more rigid eligibility standards. Marking period grades (not semester grades) are to be used in determining scholast ic eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics during any given marking period. To be eligible for fall sports, a student must have received credit toward graduation of four (4) Carnegie Units of work for which he has not previously received credit. The final academic grade average determines fall eligibility. Semester courses or mini courses completed earlier in the school year may be counted toward the four (4) units used in determining eligibility for fall season. Year -end failures may be made up through successful completion of LEA approved summer school work in courses failed. 203 II. STUDENT ELIGIBILITY A. The student shall be a member of that school in grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 and is only eligible to participate in the athletic program associated with that school. A graduate or a student who has completed all necessary course work from any secondary school is ineligible. In local public school districts where grade 10-12 high school exist, 9 th grade students in a public JH/MS school, with local public school district approval, may participate at the local public school, where grades 10 -12 exist. No student below grade 9 is allowed to practice or participate in any CIAC contro lled sport or any CIAC activity . All situations which are not covered by this rule are to be referred in writing to the CIAC Board of Control prior to participation. HOME SCHOOLED STUDENTS : Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics is not to be extended to any student whose program is not under the direct supervision of a CIAC member school. This prohibition includes any recognition by member schools of home schooling as school district sponsored “alternative programs.” Alternative programs, for the purposes of interscholastic athletics, are only to be recognized if they are developed by and function under the direct control of the local school system to serve the educational needs of a targeted group of students. Such programming general ly relates to modifications in existing courses or placement in an alternative school which a district may sponsor and is available to all eligible students. Student- athlete participate at any state authorized public school of choice or any state authorized CHARTER, MAGNET, REGIONAL COOPERATIVE, INTER -DISTRICT SATELLITE SCHOOL STUDENTS: Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics at the sending school or school from which he/she would normally matriculate is extended to any student when the school does not offer any interscholastic athletic program. (1) The above listed alternative schools must be state authorized. (2) The above listed alternative schools need not be members of CIAC in order for their athletes to be allowed to play for the sending (home) school. (3) A student who chooses to attend any authorized public school of choice or any state authorized CHARTER, MAGNET, REGIONAL COOPERATIVE, INTER - DISTRICT SALLITE SCHOOL and upon entering ninth grade has the choice of designated scho ols as defined by the student’s home district will be permitted to participate in athletics at one of the designated schools. Once the choice of school has been made, the student will only be permitted to participate in athletics at that school for his/her entire high school tenure. (4) The principal of the CIAC member school at which the athlete would normally matriculate has the right to make the decision on the acceptance of these students in his/her athletic programs. The CIAC will allow such participation. However, the CIAC member school must approve of such participation before an alternative school athlete can participate. (5) The CIAC member school which accepts students from state approved alternative schools will be fully responsible for dete rmining their eligibility status. An ineligible player from an alternative school will have the same impact on the status of the team from which he/she plays as all other athletes. (6) The CIAC will evaluate the eligibility of an alternative school athl ete in the same manner that it now handles all other athletes. Student- athletes from the alternative school shall comply with all eligibility requirements of the sending school. Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics at the sending school or school from which he/she would normally matriculate is NOT extended to any student when the receiving school does provide an interscholastic athletic program regardless of its offerings. However, choice programs housed in a member high school where academic programs and services are shared between the choice program and the member school, and the students who attend said programs receive their diploma from the host member high school, may participate in athletics in the high school in which their choi ce program is located. The student must have been in membership at a secondary school for at least twelve (12) school weeks immediately preceding the time of participation, or regularly admitted from an elementary, middle, or junior high school within ten (10) school days from the opening of the succeeding school term. The time of summer vacation spent in summer school or private tutoring shall not be counted in the required twelve (12) weeks of school membership. FOREIGN STUDENTS : A foreign exchange student who is placed in a CIAC member school by an exchange program approved by the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) is eligible to participate in CIAC -sponsored sports providing (1) the student is not considered a high school graduate or its equivalent; and (2) the student meets CIAC age requirements. A foreign exchange student not i n an approved CSIET program or an F -1 Visa student will be eligible providing (1) the student is living with a parent or legal guardian (as determined by Probate Court); (2) the student is not considered a high school graduate or its equivalent; and (3) the student meets all other CIAC eligibility requirem ents – age, academic standards, number of seasons played (eight consecutive semester rule), etc. Students attending a CIAC member school while on an F- 1 Visa are ineligible for participation in varsity athletics for 365 days upon enrollment and may only pa rticipate in varsity athletics for two years. B. T he student shall not have reached his or her twentieth (20 th ) birthday. A student- athlete will not be allowed to start a season or compete during a season in which his/her twentieth (20 th ) birthday falls. 204 A student has eight (8) consecutive semesters or four (4) consecutive years of eligibility from the date of entry into ninth grade to be eligible for interscholastic competition. No student -athlete shall participate in the same branch of athletics more than four (4) seasons in grades 9 -12 at any school . Date of entry is defined as the first date of enrollment as a grade 9 student taking four (4) or more high school subjects. (1) Students who are not eligible or elect to not participate do not preserve additional semesters for use at a later time. That is, there is no fifth year of eligibility per se. (2) Once a student has attended 15 days or more, may apply through the member school for consideration of a hardship waiver. Hardship waiver requests will be considered for unforeseen, unavoidable or unusual circumstances that were beyond the control of the student and resulted in the student being unable to complete their academic requirements in four (4) years or eight (8) consecutive semesters. All such requests must be well documented. Waivers for serious medical situations that are wel l documented will also be considered when it is demonstrated the student was unable to complete any significant school work due to his/her medical condition and it is verified the school made every effort to provide an appropriate alternative program to the student. Injuries sustained in playing a CIAC-sponsored sport will not constitute grounds for a medical waiver for an additional semester/year of play in the sport in which the injury occurred. A waiver will be granted for a student who has been absent one or more semesters because of required military service. If a waiver is granted in any situation, the semester granted must be the same as the semester wa ived – fall for fall, spring for spring. A waiver of the eight consecutive semester/four consecutive year rule will be granted only once to any athlete. (3) The fact that a student has not participated for four seasons will not justify allowing such student to participate in interscholastic sports beyond the eighth semester after his or her entrance into the ninth grade. (4) This is an eight semester attendance rule, i.e., eight semesters of time not eight semesters of participation or competition rule. (5) Exception: A student who interrupts his/her school career in order to participate in a CSIET approved foreign study program may have his/her eligibility extended for up to two semesters, provided the student does not participate out of country in sports he/she wishes to play upon his/her return, subject to approval by the CIAC. The implemen t ation date was July 2006, affecting all students entering 9 th grade in September 2006 and after. C. A student who transfers from a n in -state school or out -of- state school to a CIAC member school during grade 10-11, or 12 without at the same time changing legal residence to another school district or school service area, or satisfying at least one of the following requirements must complete at least one year (365 days) of approved membership before being eligible for interscholastic competition in the sam e sport in which he or she was a participant in the present or preceding season during grades 10, 11 or 12 on the junior varsity or varsity team. (Legal residence is defined as location of legal guardian.) (1) A student who transfers after not less than a 90 calendar day membership from a non- state association member school to a member school and resides with a parent or legal guardian and satisfies Rule II.A. (2) A student who is a ward of the court or state and is placed in another school district or school service area by court order. Guardianship other than court administered does not fulfill this requirement. (3) A foreign exchange student who is placed in a member school by an exchange program approved by CSIET. Also, a student not in an approved CSIET exchange program who has NOT participated in an organized sports program, equivalent to or on a higher level than CIAC high school programs. (4) A student who marries and establishes a new residence in another school district or school service area. (5) A student who transfers to another school because his or her school ceases to operate or the school is no longer a CIAC member school. (6) A student who transfers to another school as the result of a reorganization, consolidation or annexation of his/her school in the district where he/she resides. In school districts without a high school that tuitions out their students, when a new option be comes available to all students in the district, in the first year only of the new option a student can transfer without loss of eligibility providing the transfer occurs at the start of the school year. Transfers during the school year will be subject to the transfer rule. (7) A student ordered transferred within a school system, for other than athletic purposes, by a board of education or the governing body of a private or parochial school system. Transfer must take place within the same school system. (8) A student who, because of the divorce or separation of his/her parents or because of the death of a parent or legal guardian, moves into another school district or school service area or retains the same residence with one of the aforementioned par ents and a parent(s) certifies the reason for the move as it relates to the divorce/separated parents or because of the death. For purposes of eligibility, transfer is permitted once per twelve month period which commences on the date of said transfer and must be approved by the CIAC Eligibility Committee before the student competes in interscholastic athletic competition. (9) A student eight een (18) years or older who moves from one school district or school service area to another without being with a parent or parents and resides within the school district or school service area and complies with local board of education residency requirements will be eligible for participation. 205 The transfer will be permitted on ce per twelve month period which commences on the date of said transfer and must be approved by the CIAC Eligibility Committee. (10) A student who completes the last grade available in the school system previously attended. (11) A studen t entering into a board of education approved exchange program between CIAC member schools for less than a full academic school year will retain interscholastic athletic eligibility with the sending school. (12) A student who transfers because the sending school discontinues a sport maintains athletic eligibility in any sport discontinued by the sending school, but is subject to the transfer rule in all sports not discontinued by the sending school. Such transfer will be permitted once per twelv e month period commencing on the date of transfer and must be approved by the CIAC Eligibility Committee. (13) A special needs student, as identified by an IEP or 504 Plan, may transfer without loss of eligibility if the principal of the sending school at tests in writing that the school is unable to provide the support services necessary for the student’s academic success. Such transfer will be permitted once per high school career and must be approved by the CIAC Eligibility Committee. (14) When for educational reasons and awaiting occupancy of a new residence a student enrolls at a new school at the beginning of a new year or semester, eligibility will begin on the date the family actually transfers residence. Approval must be granted by t he CIAC Eligibility Committee and can occur not more than once during each school year. (15) When for educational reasons a parent or legal guardian moves to a new school district, the student, to gain eligibility at the new school without establishing a 365 day period of attendance, must transfer his/her enrollment simultaneously with the transfer of residence of parent or legal guardian, or no later than the beginning of the next school year. (1 6) A member school student returning from any foreign exchange program may resume interscholastic competition at the point of re-entry without receiving credits towards graduation provided the student meets all other requirements relative to age, years of eligibility, etc. (17) A student whose parents move out of the district any time after he or she becomes a grade 10 student may continue to be eligible in the same school provided enrollment is continuous (unbroken) in the same school. (1 8) Hardship – Eligibility may be granted to a transfer student who does not meet the CIAC transfer standard when sufficient evidence, as determined by the CIAC Eligibility Committee, is provided to show that it was necessary for the student to transfer because of unforeseen, unavoidable, or unusual circumstances including, but not limited to, broken home conditions, terminal or serious illness of parent or sibling, death of a parent or guardian, abandonment, loss of school accreditation, bankruptcy and/or loss of principal income of legal guardian(s), and provided the transfer was not for athletic reasons and there was no undue influence. Hardship is defined as an unforeseeable act, condition or event which may not reasonably and/or practically be avoided or corrected and which causes the imposition of a severe burden upon the student or his/her family. A hardship may be a situation which is unique to the student or his/her family which could not have been predicted, which does not apply to others in a similar setting, and over which the family has no control. (1 9) A student i n grades 10, 11, or 12 who does not qualify for the transfer rule requirements 1 through 18 will be granted eligibility by application to the CIAC Eligibility Committee if the following are satisfactorily completed. After a period of time equal to at leas t 50% of the school’s varsity schedule following date of enrollment (first day of attending classes) in the receiving school for the first affected sport played at the previous school, or from the date of the first school contest after the date of enrollment, if entry is after the first allowable play date, eligibility will be granted to a student who has participated (i.e., actually played in a CIAC -approved contest) at the JV or varsity level of play at any time during the present or preceding year at the sending school, who does not otherwise qualify for any of the above exceptions and when both the sending and receiving school principals sign a CIAC transfer waiver form certifying to the best of their knowledge that the student has not transferred for athletic reasons.* If the season ends** before the athlete sits a period of time equal to at least 50% of the varsity schedule has been completed, any remaining days of ineligibility shall be satisfied from the first allowable play date of the present sch ool’s regular season in that sport during the next school year unless he/she is a multi -sport athlete. In these cases, the remaining portion of the games will be served successively in the next sport affected by the transfer rule. To qualify for the provisions of this section, a student must be a member of the team during the season in which the 50% wait period is applied. *See page 1 39 if th e sending principal indicates that the transfer was for athletic reasons. A transfer for athletic reasons is defined as but not limited to : a. Seeking a change to a new school due to inducement or recruitment to play a sport. b. Seeking a superior athletic team. c. Seeking relief due to a conflict with the philosophy or action of an administrator, teacher or coach relating to sports. d. Seeking a team consistent with the student’s athletic abilities. e. Seeking a means to nullify punitive action by the sending school for athletic reasons. f. Seeking to escape academic or other ineligibility at the sending school due to the school’s academic standards. 206 **Season ends on the last date to count for tournament play. Tournament play does not count toward the completion of 50% of the schedule. RESIDENCY AS IT PERTAINS TO THE TRANSFER RULE – The fact the guardianship papers have been issued, placing a student under the control of a person or persons other than his/her parent(s), does not establish eligibility in the district of the guardia n unless such papers are issued through a probate court judge. Residence with and support by any individual or individuals for a period of one calendar year does establish the residence of that individual or individuals as the residence of the student for athletic purposes. D. A student shall not participate in or represent his or her school in more than one sport in a given sport season , nor may that student represent more than one school during a season unless the student satisfies the conditions of El igibility Rule II.C. E. The CIAC season is defined as the period between the date officially designated by the CIAC as the beginning of the season for that sport and the close of the post season CIAC tournaments, except for those teams and/or athletes qualifying for the New England Tournaments. The conclusion of the New England tournaments will be the end of the season for these teams and/or athletes. In the case of a sport in which the CIAC does not sponsor a tournament, the three (3) sports seasons shall be defined as follows: Fall – the Monday of the week immediately preceding Labor Day to December 2, inclusive; Winter – November 1 to April 1; Spring – March 15 to the end of the school year. F. A student who is a member of a school team after the first scheduled tournament, meet or game in any season shall not practice or compete with an outside team, or participate as an individual in non-CIAC tournaments, meets, tryouts*, skills assessment* , showcases or games in the same branch of athletics. (*Please see exceptions-3.0 - Article XII. 1.1 in Handbook.) After the first tournament, meet or game of the CIAC seasons a student competing or practicing with a non-CIAC team or as an individual in non- team sports is not eligible to become a member of the CIAC team or squad in the same branch of athletics. Exceptions to Rule II.F. are: (1) Participation in parent/child tournaments and caddy tournaments. (2) Swimming, tennis, gymnastics, golf , indoo r and outdoor track – a student may practice but not compete with a non-CIAC team or as an individual during the season as long as such practices do not interfere with or replace member school practices. G. A student shall not participate as a member of a team or as an individual in competition from which he or she receives personal economic gains because of his or her athletic skill. (See updated Amateur Guidelines – pg. 87) A student shall always participate under his or her OWN NAME. H. A student shall not participate in a post- season contest as a representative of his or her school except as provided in Article VII, Section A, of the CIAC by- laws. I. Requests for exceptions to the eligibility rules (including the transfer rule) and related appeals to the Eligibility Review Board may be considered only after the actual transfer to the new school has taken place. III. PENALTIES Violations of any sections of Rule II (Student Eligibility) shall mean that the student is suspended from all inte rscholastic athletics until he or she shall have been reinstated by the Board of Control of the CIAC. A student of any member school of the CIAC may be barred from participation in athletic contests for violation of the CIAC by-laws. A student against whom a charge or protest has been filed shall have the privilege of having his or her case presented by his or her principal at the next scheduled meeting of the Board of Control. IV. GENERAL PROCEDURES A. If a team uses an ineligible player, the game, whether won or lost, shall be counted, at the discretion of the CIAC Board of Control, as a defeat for the team on which the ineligible player played. For the opposing team such a game shall be counted as a victory. All such games shall be counted on the schedule of both teams as games played. B. No member of the administration or teaching staff of a member school shall engage in, or cooperate in negotiations to induce a potentially eligible student to engage in professional sports, or to sign a c ontract before graduation or before leaving school. In case of violation the school will be issued a warning in writing for the first offense and be subject to suspension for the second offense. C.1. A member school or any affiliated person or organization of that school may not recruit a student for athletic purposes. C. 2. Recruiting is the use of undue influence and/or special inducement by anyone associated with a school in an attempt to encourage a prospective student to attend or remain at that scho ol for the purpose of participating in interscholastic athletics. Refer to CIAC bylaw Art. X, Recruitment. D. Within two (2) school days after the first game of each sport, an eligibility list must be submitted via the CIAC web site in each sport. An a lphabetical list of pupils by name, date of birth, grade, school last attended (if a transfer student as defined under II.C.) certifying that these pupils are eligible for that season. As changes occur in eligibility (additions/deletions) they must be sub mitted, via the web site within two (2) school days to the CIAC. Failure to comply with this rule may be cause for probation. ALL questions of eligibility verification must be referred to the Executive Director. 207 E. The headmaster or principal of each member school agrees that the interpretation of these eligibility rules made by the Committee on Eligibility Rules of the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference sh all be final, subject only to review by the Board of Control of the Conference. F. Students will be eligible to participate in athletics when they and their parent(s) have signed the informed consent form provided by the school indicating that they know and understand all of the best practices of dealing with a concussion and that they can recognize the signs and symptoms of such injuries and know and understand the return- to-play requirements. G. Students will be eligible to participate in athletics wh en they and their parent(s) have signed the informed consent form provided by the school indicating that they know and understand all of the best practices of dealing with sudden cardiac arrest and that they can recognize the signs and symptoms of such an event. H. Girls may participate on boys’ teams. Girls may participate on either a girls team or a boys team in the same sport, but not both, within a time period of one school year. However, a member school has discretion to exclude girls from boys teams when it can demonstrate that its overall sports program does not limit athletic opportunities for girls. Girls who participate on boys’ teams, because the school does not offer a girls program in that sport, may enter either the boys or the girls tournament, but not both. Girls who choose to participate on a boy’s teams when the school offers a girls’ team in that sport, may only enter the boys’ tournament. Boys may not participate on girls teams. I. On the eve of or during a tournament event, when there is not sufficient time to follow normal administrative procedures regarding student or team ineligibility, or when any other issue arises that will interrupt normal tournament procedures, the executive director of CIAC (or his/her designee ) in consultation with the CIAC chairperson, eligibility committee chairperson, and the chairperson of the tournament committee in question will make an appropriate ad hoc decision in consideration of the best interests of the tournament as a whole. V. S ANCTIONS For these rules of eligibility and control the following definitions shall be used by the CIAC Board of Control: PROBATION – A period of trial during which the school is monitored to determine compliance with the requirements of CIAC regul ations. PROHIBITION – The school cannot participate in any CIAC-sponsored meets or tournaments. SUSPENSION – A school is removed from the CIAC and has the status of a non -member in all activities. FINE – Punitive monetary fines not to exceed $10,000 may be imposed. VI. EXCEPTIONS Requests for exceptions to the eligibility rules must be made according to Article VIII, Section B, 4, of the CIAC bylaws. VII. APPEALS Any appeals from the decisions of the Eligibility Committee must be made according to Article VIII, Section B, 6, of the CIAC bylaws. VIII. LIST OF CIAC -CONTROLLED ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES GIRLS ACTIVITIES Fall Winter Spring Cross Country Basketball Golf Field Hockey Gymnastics Lacrosse Soccer Indoor Track Outdoor Track Swimming Softball Volleyball Tennis BOYS ACTIVITIES Cross Country Basketball Baseball Football Ice Hockey Golf Golf Indoor Track Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Outdoor Track Wrestling Tennis Volleyball IX. EFFECTIVE DATE These rules shall be in effect on, and after July 1, 2023. X. For the rule interpretations, Sunday is considered the first day of a calendar week. 208 APPENDIX B CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, Connecticut 06410 Telephone (203) 250- 1111 / Fax (203) 250-1345 To CIAC Student Athletes: The CIAC has provided this document so that you, the student-athlete, might have the means to be informed both of the CIAC bylaws and your rights under those bylaws. This is also your personal copy of the Rules of Eligibility and Control with which all me mber schools and their athletes are required to comply. You and your parents or legal guardian are strongly urged both to read this document carefully to acquaint yourselves with the important information it contains, and to save it for future reference. This document does not purport to list all CIAC athletic policies or regulations. Those can be found in the CIAC Handbook, a copy of which is available to all member high schools. ATHLETES’ RIGHTS OF DUE PROCESS There may come a time when, because of special circumstances, an athlete either commits an act, or fails to perform a duty, which results in his/her being declared ineligible to compete in a high school sport. In some cases, exceptions to the eligibility rules can be granted. All athletes have the right to the due process procedures listed below in seeking to have their eligibility restored. Step 1 – The athlete should first discuss the matter with the appropriate coach or athletic director. If it is felt that the circumstances of the case wa rrant a request for the exception to the rule, the high school principal should be informed. Step 2 – The high school principal then requests in writing to the CIAC Eligibility Committee that the matter be examined and an exception granted. Address of th e committee: 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410. Step 3 – The CIAC Eligibility Committee will examine the facts of the case at its next regular meeting. The committee has the right to require that medical reports and/or other relevant documentation be provided. Step 4 – If the appeal is denied, the student’s ineligibility remains in force for the period required in the regulations. The school has the right to request a hearing on the denial before the Eligibility Review Board within seven (7) days aft er said decision. If the Eligibility Committee decides that the circumstances of the case merit an exception, the matter will be forwarded to the Eligibility Review Board. In both cases the Eligibility Review Board will conduct a full hearing on the matt er at its next scheduled meeting. Meeting time lines will be followed. At that time, the athlete, parents of the athlete, school representatives, and any other persons that may help to represent the athlete’s case may appear and present evidence before the Eligibility Review Board. The Board has the right to require presentation of medical reports, financial data or other relevant documentation. Step 5 – The Eligibility Review Board will only consider the evidence presented in support of the athlete’s case which has previously been disclosed to the school(s) or person(s) involved or who will be involved in the hearing or proceeding in sufficient time for such school(s) or person(s) to have reviewed the evidence, to have conducted an investigation of the matter, if appropriate, and to be prepared to present to the Board information deemed relevant to the athlete’s case. Step 6 – The Eligibility Review Board will, following a full hearing and proper consideration of the facts of the case, render its decisi on, either to grant or deny the requested exception or to uphold the decision of the Eligibility Committee. If the exception is granted, the athlete’s eligibility is restored immediately and retroactively. If it is denied, the student’s eligibility remains in force for the period required in the regulations. 209 A member principal on behalf of the student-athlete has the right to request the Board of Control to review the Eligibility Review Board’s decision within fourteen (14) days after said decision. Appeals of decisions of the CIAC Eligibility Review Board are final except the CIAC Board of Control reserves the right to review and act upon only those cases which it believes involve issues of critical and conflicting opinion among the Eligibility Committee and the Eligibility Review Board or which, as a result of other compelling reasons, deserves the attention of the CIAC Board of Control. 210 APPENDIX B CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Policy Regarding Confidentiality of Information Relating to Student -Athletes, Member Schools, Sports Officials and Other Adults CIAC respects and seeks to protect the legitimate privacy interests of student -athletes. The following policy outlines what student-athlete information one should expect to provide to CIAC and how CIAC handles the use and disclosure of such information. The policy further sets forth how information relating to member schools, CIAC -registered officials and other adults will be handled by CIAC. STUDENT -ATHLETE INFORMATION CIAC regularly requires production of certain factual information needed to determine athletic eligibility of students and/or to e nforce the C IAC constitution, bylaws, policies and procedures, and rules and regulations. The information includes both public and personal private student information. Such information routinely includes the student’s (1) name; (2) home address; (3) age and date of birth; (4) academic records; (5) attendance records; and (6) information relating to a student’s participation in interscholastic athletic competition. In some instances, CIAC may require certain health, and/or other records of students and/or financial records of parents/guardians. A. General Policy – I t is CIAC policy that personal private information concerning student- athletes, provided by students or schools for the purpose of determining the eligibility of a student and to enforce the CIAC constitutio n, bylaws, policies and procedures, and rules and regulations, shall unless a waiver of disclosure is provided by the student or the student’s parent(s) if the student is under the age of 18, be limited to such purposes and shall not be disclosed to persons not properly involved in the handling of the matter. The name of the student, the name of the student’s school, the eligibility rule at issue, and the mere finding of eligibility or ineligibility are not considered confidential. B. Confidentiality Prior to and During, Eligibility and Disciplinary Proceedings 1. Initial Consideration of Eligibility Matters – On agendas of meetings and notices of special meetings to consider eligibility matters, the CIAC shall identify the name of students whose eligibility is in question, the name of the students’ schools, and the eligibility rule(s) at issue. Doc uments submitted to the CIAC in support of or opposing the eligibility of a student, and which contain personal private information about a student, should not be disclosed to third parties without approval of the student or, if the student is under the age of eighteen (18), the student’s parent(s). Where there is no dispute concerning the eligibility of a student or group of students, the CIAC shall, in open se ssion, approve requests for determination of eligibility without discussion of particular circumstances. Where, however, there is any question of eligibility and consideration of the particular circumstances requires discussion of personal private informa tion, such discussion should occur in executive session. Action taken merely to schedule an eligibility hearing should be taken in public session. 2. Conduct of Eligibility Hearings – During eligibility and disciplinary hearings, when a student, the student ’s family, and/or the student’s school, anticipates that personal private information relating to the student -athlete and/or the student’s family or others may be disclosed, the student, the student’s family, and/or the student’s school may request that al l or 211 parts of the matter be closed to persons not involved in the hearing or affiliated with CIAC. Absent objection, and under normal circumstances, the presiding officer should honor such request. If any person objects to closure of the hearing, the presiding officer shall consider the merits of the respecting positions and determine whether complete or partial closure of the matter is appropriate. In reaching such decision, the presiding officer shall carefully consider the privacy inte rests of students as the primary factor to be weighed, but shall take into account a general goal of openness of proceedings. Where closure is deemed appropriate, and it is feasible to do so, the presiding officer should limit closure to those parts of the hearing where personal private information of the student or the student’s family is likely to be disclosed. 3. Disclosure of Eligibility, Disciplinary, and Other Decisions – Copies of correspondence, minutes of CIAC meetings, and other documents merely stating the determination of eligibility or ineligibility shall be freely disclosed to others. Copies of correspondence and other documents setting forth rationales for decisions may be disclosed unless such documents include discussion of personal private information of students and/or their families or others, in which case such documents shall be sent only to (1) the student- athlete; (2) appropriate representatives of the school(s) involved in the proceeding; ( 3) the student’s and school’s legal counsel, if identified; (4) members of the board of control; (5) appropriate members and employees of the relevant district committee(s); (6) the CIAC administrative staff; and (7) legal counsel for CIAC. Other persons may receive copies of such correspondence upon approval of the CIAC Executive Board (officers of CIAC). CI AC may publish, on its web site, minutes and newsletters, the following: (1) the name of the student whose eligibility was in question; (2) the name of the student’s school; (3) the eligibility rule at issue; and (4) the finding of eligibility or ineligibility. Where such information is provided, no discussion of the circumstances of the student’s situation or the reasons or rationale for the decision shall be provided. For the benefit of the CIAC membership, summaries of the recommendations and rationales may be posted on its web site, minutes and newsletters, provided that no personal private information of the student, the student’s family, or others, is disclosed. Except as stated above, absent approval of the CIAC Executive Board, the CIAC administrative staff, board of control, and CIAC legal counsel shall treat personal private information of students, their families and others, including individual student records and letters setting forth rationales of decisions as confidential. All inquiries should be directed to the affected school(s). Upon request, the CIAC Executive Board may, in its discretion, authorize the disclosure of the rationales of the board of control or board(s) of appeal provided that such disclosure does not include personal private information of a student. Any of the restrictions on disclosure set forth above may be waived upon consent of the student, if the student is under age of eighteen (18), the parents of the student whose eligibility is at issue. C. Information Relating to Athletic Performance of Students – C IAC regularly obtains or develops information related to the athletic performance of student -athletes who participate in CIAC - sponsored interscholastic athletic competition. As such , performances occur in a public setting and cannot be considered confidential, such information will not be treated as confidential. 212 INFORMATION CONCERNING MEMBER SCHOOLS AND ADULTS A. General Policy – It is CIAC policy that, as a general matter, information concerning (1) member schools; (2) personnel and representatives of member schools; (3) CIAC- registered officials; and (4) other adults, may be freely used and discussed by CIAC with no res trictions. Exceptions to this general approach are set forth below. B. Confidentiality During Hearings – Where actions may be taken against a school or its personnel, or CIAC -registered officials, pursuant to the provisions of the CIAC bylaws, the school or adults involved may request that all or parts of the matter be closed to persons not involved in the hearing or affiliated with CIAC. Under normal circumstances, and if no objection is made, such request may be honored by the presiding officer when potentially criminal conduct or the employment of member school coaches or other employees may be at issu e. In other instances, the presiding officer should be reluctant to close the hearing. If any person objects to closure of any part of the hearing, the presiding officer shall consider the merits of the respecting positions and determine whether complete or partial closure of the matter is appropriate. In reaching such decision, the presiding officer shall weigh the privacy interests of member school personnel and the legitimate interest of CIAC members and the public in knowledge of enforcement of the CIAC constitution, bylaws, policies and procedures, and rules and regulations. Where closure is deemed appropriate, and it is feasible to do so, the presiding officer should attempt to limit closure. C. Disclosure of Disciplinary and Other Decisions – Copi e s of correspondence, minutes of CIAC and other documents merely stating the determination of eligibility or ineligibility shall be freely disclosed to others. Copies of correspondence and other documents which include discussion of personal private infor mation of individuals or information which relates to possible criminal matters and/or employment disciplinary matters shall be sent only to (1) appropriate representatives of the school(s) involved in the proceeding; (2) the school’s legal counsel, if identified; (3) members of the board of control; (4) appropriate members of the relevant CIAC committee(s); (5) the CIAC administrative staff; and (6) legal counsel for CIAC. Other persons may receive copies of such correspondence upon approval of the CI AC Executive Board. For the benefit of the CIAC membership, CIAC may publish, on their respective web site, minutes and newsletters, summaries of the decisions and rationales, provided that personal private information of individuals and information which relates to possible criminal matters and/or employment disciplinary matter is not published. 213 APPENDIX C CIAC RULES OF ELIGIBILITY TRANSFER RULE II.C. REQUIREMENT #19 A student who does not qualify for the transfer rule requirements 1 through 18 will be granted eligibility by application to the CIAC Eligibility Committee if the following are satisfactorily completed: After a period of time equal to at least 50% of the school’s varsity schedule following date of enrollment (first day of attending classes) in the receiving school for the affected sport, or from the date of the first school contest after the date of enrollment, if entry is after the first allowable play date, eligibility will be granted to a student who has participated (i.e. actual ly played in a CIAC -approved contest) at the JV or varsity level of play at any time during the present or preceding year at the sending school, who does not otherwise qualify for any of the above exceptions and when both the sending and receiving school principals sign a CIAC transfer notification form certifying to the best of their knowledge that the student has not transferred for athletic reasons. *If the season ends **before the athlete sits a period of time equal to at least 50% of the varsity sch edule has been completed, any remaining days of ineligibility shall be satisfied from the first allowable play date of the present school’s regular season in that sport during the next school year unless he/she is a multi -sport athlete. In these cases, th e remaining portion of the games will be served successively in any sport effected by the transfer rule. To qualify for the provisions of this section, a student must be a member of the team during the season in which the 50% wait period is applied. To q ualify for the provisions of this section, a student must be a member of the team during the season in which the wait period is applied. All questions, concerns or interpretations of the application of Requirement #19 should be immediately referred to CIA C staff. Appeals of actions related to Requirement #1 9 will be made before the Eligibility Review Board. *Definition of athletic reasons: A transfer for athletic reasons is defined as, but not limited to: a. Seeking a change to a new school due to inducem ent or recruitment to play a sport. b. Seeking a superior athletic team. c. Seeking relief due to a conflict with the philosophy or action of an administrator, teacher or coach relating to sports. d. Seeking a team consistent with the student’s athletic abilities. e. Seeking a means to nullify punitive action by the sending school for athletic reasons. f. Seeking to escape academic or other ineligibility at the sending school due to the school’s academic standards. **Season ends on the last date to count for tournament play. Tournament play does not count toward the completion of 50% of the schedule. Points of Emphasis 1. The transfer rule does not apply to grade nine (9) students. They may transfer at any time during or at the end of the ninth grade and remain eligible. 2. The transfer rule applies only when a student enters grade 10 and plays for the school in an interscholastic athletic contest. Athletic eligibility is then declared in that sport only. It is at th at point that the CIAC transfer rule takes effect. 214 3. The addition to the transfer rule assures students who transfer after entering grade 10 and having had played in a sport during grade 10, 11, or 12 during the present or preceding year, the opportunit y to become eligible following a wait period from the time of the first allowable play date for the sport, IF the principal of the sending school and receiving schools sign a CIAC waiver form certifying that to the best of their knowledge the student has not transferred for athletic reasons. TRANSFER NOTIFICATION FORM To be completed and submitted ONLY via online eligibility center 215 APPENDIX D CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, Connecticut 06410 Telephone (203) 250- 1111 / Fax (203) 250-1345 PROTEST FORM CIAC Eligibility Protest Form (See CIAC Bylaws, Article VIII, Section B.3.) To: Executive Director CAS -CIAC, 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410 _______________________________________ High School hereby enters a protest against _______________________________________ High School for violation of Eligibility Rule ____________________________________________________________________________________ (specify rule, section and paragraph) Specific Details Below: (Names – dates – place – etc.) ________________________________________ ______________________________________ Name of Principal Name of Coach ________________________________________ Name of Athletic Director ________________________________________ Name of School Filing Protest ________________________________________ Date Protest Filed 216 APPENDIX E CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE 30 Realty Drive, Cheshire, Connecticut 06410 Telephone (203) 250- 1111 / Fax (203) 250-1345 FORFEITURE FORM (Section 4.0, Article 4.8, CIAC Handbook) Forfeitures will be honored by CIAC sports committees when there is mutual agreement between the principals of the two schools involved in a game not played or terminated and the reasons for the forfeit have been approved by CIAC. If there is not mutual agreement and not playing the game im pacts the tournament in any way, the CIAC sports committee Chair, in conjunction with CIAC staff and the tournament director will make the determination if the game should be forfeited. In the sport of football there must be an outcome to all games schedu led due to the tournament qualification point system. When a game is being forfeited both schools involved must: (a) submit the forfeit form, which is found under the options for the sport in question in the CIAC Online Eligibility Center, within 72 hour s of the scheduled time of the contest; and, (b) record the result of the game on their schedule as a win or loss (depending on if the school is giving or receiving the forfeit) with the word “Forfeit” entered in the field for the score of the game. On th e eve of a tournament when there is not sufficient time for normal administrative procedures (72 hours) if a question of team forfeiture arises the Executive Director or his/her designees, in consultation with the Chairman of the sports committee affected and the principals of the two schools will make an appropriate ad hoc decision in consideration of the best interests of the tournament as a whole. Member schools must make every effort to complete their season as scheduled, including make- up games. Any effort to gain an advantage by not playing a game is unacceptable and subject to action by the CIAC board of control. Cancellation of any regular season contest/make-up to play in a league tournament will not be allowed. Member schools will be required t o submit regular season schedules for all sports controlled by CIAC in which member schools participate. (Determination of forfeitures will be based on this schedule.) (CIAC interpretation of terms – postponed contest means the contest will be played at a later date – cancelled contest means the contest will not be played.) Varsity level contests ONLY. Do not report any contest other than a varsity contest. FORFEITURE FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA THE ONLINE ELIGIBILITY CENTER 217 APPENDIX F CIAC RULES AND REGULATIONS GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES FOR SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS Section 504 Grievance / Complaint Procedures Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. For the purposes of Section 504, the term “disability” with respect to an individual means: (a) a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities of such individual; (b) a record of such an impairment ; or (c) being regarded as having such an impairment. I. DEFINITIONS Major Life Activities – Include, but are not limited to, caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing, eating, sleeping, walking, standing, lifting, bending, speaking, brea thing, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating and working. A major life activity also includes the operation of a major bodily function, including, but not limited to, functions of the immune system, normal cell growth, digestive, bowel, bladder, neurological, brain, respiratory, circulatory, endocrine and reproductive functions. Physical or Mental Impairment – ( a) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: Neurological, musculoskeletal, special sense organs, respiratory, including speech organs, cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, genitourinary, hemic and lymphatic, skin and endocrine or (b) any mental or psychological disorder, such as mental retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities. II. PRO CEDURES FOR GRIEVANCES/COMPLAINTS ALLEGING DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY A. Any eligible person who feels that he/she has been discriminated against on the basis of disability may submit a written complaint to the Section 504 Coordinator within thirty (3 0) calendar days of the alleged occurrence. Timely reporting of complaints facilitates the prompt investigation and resolution of such complaints. If the complaint is made verbally, the individual taking the complaint will reduce it to writing. B. Retaliation against any individual who complains pursuant to the organization’s policy and regulations listed herein is strictly prohibited. The organization will not tolerate any reprisals or retaliation that occur as a result of the good faith reporting or complaint of disability- based discrimination, or as a result of an individual’s participation or cooperating in the investigation of a complaint. The organization will take necessary actions to prevent retaliation as a result of filing a complaint or the participation in an investigation of a complaint. C. If the Section 504 Coordinator is the subject of the complaint, the complaint should be submitted directly to the Executive Director who may conduct the investigation or appoint a designee to conduct the investigation. 218 D. Complaints will be investigated promptly within timeframes identified below. Timeframes may be extended as need ed given the complexity of the investigation, availability of individuals with relevant information and other extenuating circumstances. Confidentiality will be maintained by all persons involved in the investigation to the extent possible. E. The complaint should contain the following information: 1) The name of the complainant; 2) The date of the complaint; 3) The date(s) of the alleged discrimination; 4) The names of any witness(es) or individuals relevant the complaint; and 5) A detailed statement describing the circu mstances in which the alleged discrimination occurred. However, all complaints will be investigated to the extent possible, even if such information is not included in the complaint. In such circumstances, additional information may be requested by the investigator as part of the investigation process. F. Upon receipt of the complaint, the individual investigating the complaint shall: 1) Provide a copy of the written complaint to the Executive Director; 2) Meet with the complainant within ten (10) business days to discuss the nature of the complaint, identify individuals the complainant believes has relevant information, and obtain any relevant documents the complainant may have; 3) Provide the complainant with a copy of the organization’s Section 504 policy and applicable procedures; 4) Investigate the factual basis for the complaint, including interviews with individuals with information and review of documents relevant to the complaint; 5) Maintain confidentiality to the extent practicable throughout the investigative process, in accordance with state and federal law; 6) Communicate the outcome of the investigation in writing to the complainant, and to any individual properly identified as a party to the complaint (to the extent permitted by state and federal conf identiality requirements) within fifteen (15) business days from the date the complaint was received by the Section 504 Coordinator or Executive Director. The investigator may extend this deadline for no more than fifteen additional business days if needed to complete the investigation. The complainant shall be notified of such extension. The written notice shall include a finding whether the complaint was substantiated and if so, shall identify how the organization will remedy any identified violations of Section 504; 7) After an investigation, the parties may attempt to resolve any potential violation of Section 504 and/or the complainant’s concerns, if possible; 8) Ensure that appropriate corrective action is taken whenever allegations are verified. 219 9) If a complaint is made during summer recess, the complaint will be reviewed and addressed as quickly as possible given the availability of staff and/or other individuals who may have information relevant to the complaint. G. If the complainant is not satisfied with the findings and conclusions of the investigation, the complainant may present the complaint and written outcome to the Executive Director for review and reconsideration within thirty (30) calendar days of receiving the findings. This process provides an opportunity for complainants to bring information to the Executive Director’s attention that would change the outcome of the investigation. In submitting the complaint and written outcome for review, the complainant must explain why he/she beli eves the factual information was incomplete, the analysis of the facts was incorrect, and/or the appropriate legal standard was not applied, and how this would change the investigator’s determination in the case. Failure to do so may result in the denial of the review. Upon review of a written request from the complainant, the Executive Director shall review the investigative results of the Section 504 Coordinator and determine if further action and/or investigation is warranted. Such action may include consultation with the investigator and complainant, a meeting with appropriate individuals to attempt to resolve the complaint or a decision affirming or overruling the investigator’s conclusions or findings. The Executive Director shall provide written notice to the complainant of the proposed actions within ten (10) business days following the receipt of the written request for review. III. The Section 504 Coordinator for this organization is : Dr. Glenn Lungarini, Executive Director, CAS -CIAC Telephone : (203) 250-1111 220 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS SECTION 504 DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINT FORM 1. Name of Complainant_____________________________________________________________ Date___________________________________________________________________________ 2. Contact Information for Complainant Address________________________________________________________________________ Home Telephone Number__________________________________________________________ Cell and/or Work Telephone Number_________________________________________________ 3. Name of the Covered Individual______________________________________________________ 4. Address of Covered Individual (if different from above) ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 5. Please describe the nature of your complaint ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 221 CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS SECTION 504 / ADA EMPLOYEE REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION 1. Name of Employee_______________________________________ Title/Position____________________ 2. Eligibility Determination Individuals considered eligible for protection from discrimination under Section 504/ADA are those who have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. A. Please describe your mental or physical disability:___________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ B. Please describe the major life activity substantially limited by your disability:_____________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ C. Please describe how your disability affects your ability to perform essential job functions:___________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ D. Please describe the specifi c accommodation(s) being requested:________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ E. Have you attached medical documentation to support your request? ___ Yes ___ No F. If “no”, please provide the name and contact information for your treating physician: Name_________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Telephone Number______________________________________________ 3. Authorization to Communicate with Medical Provider I hereby authorize my employer, the Connecticut Association of Schools, to obtain, and for the medical provider listed above, to release, confidential protected health information to the CAS -CIAC Executive Director for the limited purpose of determining any work related restrictions and/or accommodations which may be necessary in order to fulfill the essential function of my employment responsibilities. Any information received by my employer pursuant to this authori zation shall be subject to all applicable state and federal confidentiality laws governing further use and disclosure of such information. In addition, pursuant to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), this authorization does not include permission for my medical provider to provide any genetic information relating to me or a family member, except as otherwise specifically allowed by GINA, to my employer. ‘Genetic information,’ as defined by GINA, includes an individual’s fami ly medical history, the results of an individual’s or family member’s genetic tests, the fact that an individual or an individual’s family member sought or received genetic services, and genetic information of a fetus carried by an individual or an individual’s family member or an embryo lawfully held by an individual or family member receiving assistive reproductive services. _________ ______ __________________________________ ____________________________ Employee Signature Date ONCE COMPLETED, THIS FORM, ALONG WITH SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CAS -CIAC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. 222 APPENDIX G CIAC APPLICATION FOR COOPERATIVE TEAM SPONSORSHIP (Cooperative team policy information can be found in CIAC bylaws Section 3.0, of this Handbook) Application deadlines: Fall sports – May 1; Winter sport – September 15; Spring sports – January 15 Application for: □ Initial □ Renewal Application Date____________________________ 1. Names of Schools Applying 2. City/Town 3. Principal’s Name Host School (1)_________________________________ ___________________ _____________________________ Coop School (2)_________________________________ ___________________ _____________________________ Coop School (3)_________________________________ ___________________ _____________________________ 4. Sport (boys or girl)__________________________________________ Total # of athletes allowed by CIAC__________ 5. Effective Date of Co -op______________________________________ 6. Name of Co -op______________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Pote ntial Participation (List number of students in each school who are expected to participate on this team.) *** Include eligibility lists for previous year . Grade Host School (1) Co -op School (2) Co -op School (3) Total *9 ____________ ______________ ______________ ________________ 10 ____________ ______________ ______________ ________________ 11 ____________ ______________ ______________ ________________ 12 ____________ ______________ ______________ ________________ Total ____________ ______________ ______________ ________________ * Note: This figure must include the expected participants from the incoming 9 th graders if this application is submitted the previous school year . 8. Current Program Status (List the number of participants included in your program during the sport season preceding this application. ) Grade Host School (1) Co -op School (2) Co -op School (3) Total 9 _____________ ______________ ______________ _________________ 10 _____________ ______________ ______________ _________________ 11 _____________ ______________ ______________ _________________ 12 _____________ ______________ ______________ _________________ Total _____________ ______________ ______________ _________________ Dissolving an active CIAC approved co- op lies solely between the schools involved. Addendums to this Application : (The following items must accompany this application in order for it to be processed.) A. A written statement expressing the reason for formation of this co -op. B. A written statement from all schools involved that they will adopt a “no cut” policy for this co-op. C. A written statement from your league or six (6) competing schools approving this co-op. D. The eligibility lists of previous sport season. NOTE: Member schools are advised that when a cooperative athletic team is dissolved for any reason, any and all remaining players from the school that is no longer participating in the co-op are not eligible to continue participating with the host team. For purposes of clarification, the host team is that team which was previously part of the co -op team and has increased its team membership to a level which the CIAC determines sufficient to sponsor its own school team independent of a co-op arrangement. COOPERATIVE TEAM APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA THE ONLINE ELIGIBILITY CENTER. 223 APPENDIX H CERTIFICATIONS / COACHING CERTIFICATIONS • Coaching Education Overview – Required coaching certifications, including medical certifications, can be found at this link: http://www.ctcoachinged.org/ • Information on Coaching Permit Renewal for the State of Connecticut can be found at: https://portal.ct.gov/SDE/Certification/Coaching -Permit -First -Time -Issuance • Temporary coaching permit application can be found at this link: https://portal.ct.gov/- /media/SDE/Certification/Forms/ed_186.pdf • 5 Year coaching permit application can be found at this link: https://portal.ct.gov/- /media/SDE/Certification/Forms/ed_185.pdf • Coaching Course Registration: http://ctcoachinged.org/Permit.html • Sudden Cardiac Arrest Renewal: https://portal.ct.gov/- /media/SDE/Certification/Coaching/coaches_sudden_cardiac_arrest_awareness_annual_review.pdf?la=en • Information on concussion training and certification can be found at this link: http://www.ctcoachinged.org/concussionpage.html • Concussion Renewal Form for Coaches: https://casci.ac/8237 • Mandated Reporter Training: https://portal.ct.gov/DCF/Mandated -Reporter- Training/Home • Epipen Training: https://www.redcross.org/take-a- class/preview -kits/anaphylaxis-epinephrine-auto- injector • Coaches Guide to Dehydration and Other Heat Illnesses: https://www.nata.org/practice -patient- care/health - issues/heat -illness • Heat Illness Legislation for Coaches, Parents and Students: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/ACT/PA/PDF/2021PA-00087-R00HB-06492- PA.PDF • Exe rtional Heat Illness Review for Coaches: http://www.casciac.org/pdfs/22 -23HeatIllnessReview.docx Volunteer Coaches – The State of Connecticut Department of Education does not distinguish between volunteer or paid coaches when considering certifications or responsibilities. All coaches who are responsible for, or instruct students in any way must follow Connecticut State Law for certifications and r esponsibilities. Therefore, volunteer coaches are required to obtain the same certifications as all other coaches. 224 APPENDIX I Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference Exertional Heat Illness Program & Annual Review Annual Review 2023-24 Required for ALL School Coaches in Connecticut NOTE: This document was developed to provide coaches with an annual review of current and relevant information regarding exertional heat illness. In addition to reviewing this document, the annual review must include the following prescribed resource - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lmy_o7k1B4 . A new form is required to be read, signed, dated and kept on file by their associated school district annually to comply with Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference requirement for Exertional Heat Illness Awareness Education program. Part I – Exertional Heat Illness - What is exertional heat illness? There are four types of Exertional Heat Illnesses: 1. Heat Cramps - are painful, involuntary cramping often in the legs, arms and abdomen with muscle contraction. 2. Heat Syncope - is a fainting episode that occurs when an individual in a hot environment does not have adequate blood flow to the brain and loses consciousness. 3. Heat Exhaustion - is the inability to continue to exercise in the heat due to cardiovascular insufficiency and energy depletion that may not be associated with physical collapse and is the most common heat related condition. 4. Heat Stroke - occurs when the body’s temperature rises so much that the cooling system stops working. Heat Stroke is a life threatening condition and should be treated immediately. Part II - Signs and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Signs and Symptoms Heat Exhaustion Cool, moist skin Lightheadedness Heavy sweating Weakness Headache Thirst Nausea or vomiting Irritability Dizziness Fast heart beat Heat Stroke Temperature greater than 105°F (40.5°C) Altered consciousness, disorientation or Dizziness Headache Confusion or just look “out of it” Nausea or vomiting Loss of muscle function/balance Profuse sweating Rapid pulse Low blood pressure Quick breathing PART III - Heat Acclimatization and Prevention of Exertional Heat Illness Heat acclimatization is a series of adaptations that helps the body prepare for exercise in the heat. These changes help the body maintain lower temperature and heart rate, enhance sweating, and store more water. The lower heart rate and body temperature m eans that athletes can exercise longer and at a higher intensity, which lowers the risk for heat illness. This complex series of changes or adaptations occur in a controlled environment over the course of 7 to 14 days. 225 To prevent exertional heat illness, a coach must be aware of an athlete’s medical history. Some health conditions such as obesity can cause athletes to be more vulnerable to heat, which can lengthen their adaptation to the heat. A coach must make sure at hletes are hydrating enough. Athletes should have unlimited access to water during exercise/activity. When exercise is greater than 60 minutes or in exercise is going to be intense and in the heat, athletes should have access to sports drinks. Coaches should encourage athletes to hydrate before and after practice. Every athletic program should have guidelines for activity regarding heat. The best practice for determining these guidelines is using a Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT). Activity should be modified based on the on- site WBGT reading. Coaches must keep track of the duration of practices by having a practice plan based on the heat acclimatization progression and periodization coaches are kept on track with regards to length and intensity of p ractice. Part IV Treatment Heat Cramps - rest, stretching of the muscle, and provide fluids for rehydration. . Heat Syncope - cool the individual by moving them to a shaded/cool area and elevate legs to promote blood returning to the heart. Heat Exhau stion - move the individual to a cool/shaded area and remove excess clothing; elevate legs to promote blood return; cool the individual with fans, rotating ice towels, or ice bags; and provide fluids for rehydration. Heat Stroke - Remove all equipment and excess clothing; cool the individual as quickly as possible via whole body ice water immersion (place them in a tub/stock tank with ice and water approximately 35–58°F); stir water and add ice throughout the cooling process. If immersion is not possible (no tub or no water supply), take the individual to a shaded, cool area and use rotating cold, wet towels to cover as much of the body surface as possible. Maintain airway, breathing and circulation, After cooling has been initiated, activate the EMS by calling 911. Exertional heat stroke has had a 100% survival rate when immediate cooling (via cold water immersion) was initia ted within 10 minutes of collapse. Cooling should continue until the body temperature reaches 102°F, known as “Cool First, Transport Second.” RETURN TO PLAY Individuals suffering from heat cramps may return to play as soon as cramp has subsided. Individuals who suffer from an EHI must be cleared by a healthcare professional. The athlete must be asymptomatic and lab tests must be normal. The length of recovery time is primarily dictated by the severity of the incident. In cases of heat stroke, the athlete should avoid exercise for at least one (1) week after the incident. When the athlete returns, they should begin a gradual RTP protocol in which they are under the direct supervision of an appropriate health- care professional such as an athletic trainer or physician. The type and length of the RTP program may vary among individuals, but a general program may include: ● Easy -to-moderate exercise in a climate-controlled environment for several days, followed by strenuous exercise in a climate -controlled environment for several days ● Easy -to-moderate exercise in the heat for several days, followed by strenuous exercise in the heat for several days ● If applicable to the individuals sport: easy- to-moderate exercise in the heat with equipment for several days, followed by strenuous exercise in the heat with equipment for several days I have read and understand this document and understand the requisite that requires me to annually review this Connecticut Coaching Education Program requirement for Exertional Heat Illness Awareness Education program. Coach: ____________________________________________ School __________________________________ (Print Name) Coach Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date _________________________ S ources: Korey Stringer Institute 226 ADDENDUM HEAT ACCLIMATIZATION GUIDE FOR FOOTBALL (should be modified for all sports) 227 CIAC 2022-23 Sports Participation Male Female Total Total: 56038 42934 98972 Grade 12 11747 8238 19985 Grade 11 13389 9791 23180 Grade 10 15475 12187 27662 Grade 9 15427 12718 28145 Boys Teams Girls Teams Overall Spo rt To tal Boys Teams Total Boys Total Girls Total Total Girls Teams Total Girls Total Boys Total Total Teams Total Boys Total Girls Total Baseball 175 5111 10 5121 Not Sponsored 175 5111 10 5121 Basketball 182 5084 10 5094 182 3523 0 3523 364 5084 3533 8617 Cross Country 179 2975 7 2982 177 2134 0 2134 356 2975 2141 5116 Field Hockey Not Sponsored 82 2758 0 2758 82 0 2758 2758 Football 140 9401 64 9465 Not Sponsored 140 9401 64 9465 Golf 158 1643 102 1745 99 687 0 687 257 1643 789 2432 Gymnastics Not Sponsored 88 398 0 398 88 0 398 398 Ice Hockey 57 1468 15 1483 Not Sponsored 57 1468 15 1483 Lacrosse 102 3829 16 3845 99 3522 0 3522 201 3829 3522 7367 Soccer 179 6721 36 6757 166 5097 0 5097 345 6721 5133 11854 Softball Not Sponsored 176 3523 0 3523 176 0 3523 3523 Swimming 110 1492 178 1670 102 1854 0 1854 212 1670 2032 3524 Tennis 133 2178 29 2207 149 3122 0 3122 282 2207 3151 5329 Track (Indoor) 170 4871 14 4885 168 4176 0 4176 338 4871 8352 9061 Track (Outdoor) 178 7461 29 7490 177 6189 0 6189 355 7461 12378 13679 Volleyball 63 1209 21 1230 170 5190 0 5190 233 1209 5190 6420 Wrestling 139 2595 231 2826 Not Sponsored 139 2595 231 2826 Totals 1965 56038 762 56800 1835 42173 0 42173 3800 56038 42935 98973 CIAC HANDBOOK INDEX A Academic Recruitment ................. 57 All Sports Nat. Recog. Form ........... 176 All Star Competition .................... 88 All State Selection Position ............ 197 Alumni Games..........................4 6/123 Amateur Athlet ic Guidelines ........... 87 Apparel Worn – Religious Reason .... 107 Approved Sports .................... .....3 2/84 Assault Definition ........................ 92 Assistant Coach – Position .............. 1 87 Athletic Administration (4.0) ....... . 83-1 19 Athletic Code AD’s ....................... 180 Athletic Code Athletes ............ .. .... 181 Athletic Code Coaches .................. 1 80 Athletic Code Officials .................. 181 Athletic Code Principals ................. 1 79 Athletic Code Superintendents ......... 1 79 Athletic D irector –Certification Require 19 1 Athletic Director -Non Administrative.. 192 Athletic Practice – Anoth er Team ..... 126 Ath. Programs / Activity Fair ........... 57 Athletic Program Evaluation ...... ...... 85 Athletic Trainers ......................... 99 Attendance Policies ..................... 133 Award Policies ........................... 1 11 B Background Checks – Officials ....... 150 Balls – Tournament ..................... 116 Baseball Officials Fees ................. 151 Baseball Workers Fees ................ 161 Basketball Officials F ees .............. 151 Ba sketball Workers Fees .............. 161 Block Schedule ..................... .... 133 Bordering State Sanction Form ...... 173 Broadcasting ........................ .... 1 19 Budget Impact on Schools ......... ... 1 47 Budg ets – Sports Committees ........ 1 47 Bulletin CAS/CIAC .................... 12 Bylaw Changes ......................... 35 C CAAD – Endorse CIAC ............... 19 5 CAAHPE – Position Pay-to -Play... ... 198 CABE – Endorse CIAC ................ 19 5 Calendars – Season Limitations... 128-131 Camps / Showcases .....................7 1/74 CAPSS – Endorse CIAC ............... 195 CAPSS – Position Pay -to-P lay......... 198 Captain’s Practice ....................... 89 Cancelled / Forfeit Game Form ....... 2 17 Cancelled –Make-up Game/Contest ... 1 22 CAS -CIAC Executive Staff ............ 6 CAS Constitution ( 1.0) ................ 7-27 CAS Constitution – Admission ........ 12 CAS Constitution – Admin. Services . 13 CAS Constitution – Advisory Boards . 19 CAS Constitution – Amendments ..... 27 CAS Constitution – Appeals ........... 26 CAS Constitution – Awards/Recog. ... 21 CAS Constitution - Benefit/Net Earn . 26 CAS Constitution – Bds of Control ... 19 CAS Constitution – Bd of Directors .. 15 CAS Constitution – Bulletin ............ 12 CAS Constitution – CIAC Board ..... 23 CAS Constitution – Class M ember ... 10 CAS Constitution – Conduct Meeting . 22 CAS Constitution – Control ............ 25 CAS Constitution – Eligibility Com... 24 CAS Constitution – Elig. Review ..... 24 CAS Constitution – Ex. Director ...... 18 CAS Constitution – Ex. Committee ... 16 CAS Constitution – Governance ... .... 13 CAS Constitution – Immunity........... 27 CAS Constitution – Indemnification ... 27 CAS Cons titution – Inter. Athletics ... 23 CAS Con st. – Center Leadership/Innova19 CAS Constitution – Legal Action ..... 12 CAS Constitution – Legisla tive Body. 18 CAS Constitution – Membership .. 10-12 /20 CAS Constitution – Name .............. 10 CAS Constitution – Nominating Com. 21 CAS Constitution – Officers ........... 14 CAS Constitution – Organization ..... 13 CAS Constitution – Professional Serv. 13 CAS Constitution – Purpose ........... 10 CAS Constitution – Reference to Code 27 CAS Constitution – Standing Com.... 21 CAS Constitution – Stu dent Activities 25 CAS Constitution – Student Services . 13 CAS Constitution – Suspend/Reinstate 26 CAS Constitution – Termin ation ... 12/26 CAS Constitution – Terms of Office 14/20 CAS Mission Statement ................ 7 CAS Organizational Chart ............. 9 Certification – AD Requirements... ... 191 Certifications/Coaching Certifications.. 22 4 Changes to CIAC By -laws ............ 35 Changing Teams – Eligibility ......... 136 Che erleading – Coaching Permit ...... 184 Cheerleading – Placement Regs ....... 110 Cheerleading – Workers Fees .......... 165 Chemical Health Policy ............ .... 101 CHSCA – CIAC Endorsement ......... 196 CIAC Board of Control Members .... .. 39 CIAC By-laws (3.0) ................... 37-81 CIAC By -laws – Academic Recruit ... . 57 CIAC By -laws – Amendments ......... . 47 CIAC By -laws – Ath. Prog/Activity Fair 57 CIAC By -laws – Authority/Responsible 40 CIAC By -laws – Board of Control ...39/44 CIAC By -laws – Consultants ......... ... 45 CIAC By -laws – Cooperative Team..... 68 CIAC By -laws – Determine Division . 50 CIAC By -laws – Div. Tourn. Play .... . 50 CIAC By -laws – Eligibility ............ .. 52 CIAC By -laws – Ex. Director ......... .. 47 CIAC By -laws – Finance Asst. Prog .... 58 CIAC By -laws – Fiscal Year ......... ... 47 CIAC By -laws – Good Will Trips ... ... 51 CIAC By -laws – Investigate Recruit ... 59 CIAC By -laws – Legal Action/Expense 43 CIAC By -laws – Legislative Body .... 44 CIAC By -l aws – Meetings ............. . 47 CIAC By-laws – Membership ......... . 40 CIAC By -laws – Name .................. 40 CIAC By -laws – Officers ............... 45 CIAC By -laws – Organization ...... .... 44 CIAC By - laws – Ind/Team - In/Out -of - Season ............................... 69 CIAC By -laws – Penalties ............... 58 CIAC By-laws – Purpose ................ 40 CIAC By -laws – Recruitment ........... 54 CIAC By -laws – Reinstatement ....... 43 CIAC By -laws – Reports ............... 47 CIAC By -laws – Restitution ......... ... 53 CIAC By -laws – Sports Committee..... 46 CIAC By -laws – Sunday Play .......... 49 CIAC By-laws – Team/Ind. Sports .... 51 CIAC By -laws – Termination/Suspend 43 CIAC By -laws – Tourn/Meets/Games. 48 CIAC By -laws – Transgender ......... 54 CIAC By -laws – Travel ................ . 51 CIAC By -laws – Violation of ......... 42 CIAC – Changes to Bylaws ............ 35 CIAC Communic ation Protocol ....... 4 CIAC Controlled Sports ................32 /84 CIAC Finances ........................... 33 CIAC Funding ............................ 31 CIAC How Governed .................. . 31 CIAC How Many Schools Belong ... .. 31 CIAC Member ship Agreement ......... 20 1 CIAC Membership Benefits ........... 31 CIAC Mission Statement ............... 2 /30 CIAC Policy – Nat. Fed. Rules ....... 167 CIAC Purpose ........................... 30 CIAC Recognized Officials ............ 1 48 CIAC Services Provided ............... 34 CIAC Sport Com Rules Changes ...... 33 CIAC Staff Responsibilities ........... 29 CIAC Story (2 .0) ....................... 28-36 CIAC Values in Programs ............. 31 CIAC What is CIAC .................. 30 CIA C W ho May Join .................. 31 CIAC Whom to Talk to ............... 6/ 29 Clothing – Religious Reasons .......... 107 Club Sport s ... ............................. 90 Coaches Code of Ethics ............ .... 185 Coach es Termination ............... .... 184 Coaching Clinics ......................... 75 Coaching Out Season Consequences .. 77 Coachi ng Permit – Cheerleading/Dance 184 Coa ching Permit – Validity ............ 182 Co aching Permit – Volunte ers ......... 184 Coaching Requirements ............ .... 182 Coaching Regulation/Permit ............ 182 Coaching – Summer/Out -of-Season ... 72 Co aching Temporary Permit ............ 183 Code for Athletic Administration ...... 186 Code of Eligibility ........................ 20 3 Code of Ethics Coaches ............ .... 185 Collaborative Team ..................... 89 Committees – Composition .. .......... 46 Committee Finances .................. 33 Committee Meetings .................. 32/47 Committee – Staff Responsibilities .... 29 Communications – Media ............... 86 Communication –Mem Sch/Off . 4/ 113/157 Complai nt by Member School/Offi cial 1 57 Completi ng Regular Season Contests.. 122 Concussion Ed Student/Parents .... .... 104 Confidentiality ............................ 211 Consequ ences – Out -of-Season Coach. 77 Consideration – Become CIAC Sport 84 Consolidation / Schools ............ ... 108 Constitution (1.0) ... .................... 7 -27 Controlled CIAC Sports ......... ...... 32 /85 Contest Rules – Out -of -State ......... 12 1 Cooperative Team Application ... .... 223 Cooperative Team – Dissolution of . 63 Cooperative Team – Formation ...... .. 60 Cooperative Team – Participation Limit 62 Cooperative Team Policy ............ 60 Cooperative Team – Questions ...... .. 64 Copyright Interest ........................ 87 Criticize Game Officials .............. 93 Cross Country – Workers Fees ...... 161 D Dan ce – Coaching Permit ............ 184 Decisions/Interpretations ............. 1 09 Dir. of Ath. Posit ion – Endorse ...... 197 Dir. of Ath. – Job Description ...... 1 89 DQ – Questions & Answers .......... 94 Disqualification/Ejection Rule ....... 90 Drug Policy ........................ ...... 101 Drug Testing – CIAC Position ....... 102 Due Pr ocess –Athlete’s Rights ... 1 38/2 09 E Ejec tion – Coach ..................... 90 Ejection/DQ Rule ..................... 90 Electronic Game Reproduction ... 1 19 Ele ctronic Game Score Submission . 119 Eligibility (6.0) .................... 132-144 Eligibility – Age Rule .................. 20 4 Eligibility – Appeals ............... 5 2/2 08 Eligibility – Attendance Policy ....... 13 3 Eligibility – Block Scheduling . ......... 13 3 Eligibility – By-laws ................... 52 El igibility – Changing Teams ......... 136 Eligibility Code/Rules ... App B. - 203 Eligibility Committee Operation ..... 135 Eligibility Due Process ............. 1 38/209 Eligibility – Ei g ht Semester Rule . 1 39/204 Eligibility – Fall Sports ................ 133 Eligibility – Filing Lists ............... 136 El igibility – Foreign Students ......... 135 Eligibility – Home Schooled... ... 19 6/20 4 El igibility – How/When Determined ... 134 Eligibility – Marking Period ............ 133 Eligibility – Middle School Standards .. 85 Eligibility – Minimu m Requirements .. 134 Eligibility – Online Courses ............ 134 Eligibility – Penalties ............... .... 2 07 Eligibility – Scholarship ......... ....... 133 Eligibility – Special Education ....... 1 38 Eligibility – Student Visa ............... 136 Eligibility –Transfer . ............... 1 39/205 Eligibility – Unified Sports ............. 14 2 Eligibility – Verifying Information .. 1 37 Eligibility – Violations/Fines ........... 1 18 Endorsements ........................ .. 1 95 Entry Fees ............................... 1 47 Exclusivity – Officials ................ 1 48 Executive Staff – CAS/CIAC ........ 6 F Fees & Finance (7.0) ............... 1 45-165 Female Officials – CIAC Position .... 197 Field Hockey – Officials Fee .......... 152 Field Hockey – Workers Fees ...... 162 Financial Assist ance Programs ...... 58 Fine Policy .............................. 1 18 First Day of Week ....................... 122 Football – Offici als Fees ............... 152 Football – Workers Fees ............... 161 Foreign Student Eligibility ............. 135 Forfeits .................................... 96 Forfeit Game Form ...................... 2 17 G Ga me Dates – Boys/Girls ......... 1 28-131 Game Limitation – League ......... .. 124 Game Limitation – Week/Season .. 123 Game Officials – Crit i cize ............ 93 Golf – Workers Fees ..................... 162 Goodwill Trips ........................ 51 Grade Nine Participation ............... 85 Grievance Complaint (504) .......... 218 Gu idelines – Scrimmag e Fees .......... 156 Gymnastics – Officials Fees ...... 152 Gymnastics – Workers Fees ............ 162 H Ha rdship ............................. 142 /20 5 Hazing .................................... 96 Head Coach Position .................... 1 88 Heat Illness ............................... 22 5 Home School – CAS Position ......... 19 6 Hom e School – CAPSS Position ...... 197 Hom e School – CHSCA Position ...... 19 6 Home School Eligibility ............ 19 6/20 4 I Ice H ockey – Officials Fees ........... 153 Ice Hockey – Workers Fees ........... 162 Individual Sports ...................... 51 Ind oor Track – Workers Fees .......... 164 Ineligible Competitor – Tournament .. 97 In Se ason Permission Statement ....... 100 In Season Rules ........................ 69 Instructio nal Programs – Coaches ..... 185 Interpreter Regulations .................. 1 09 Interstate Sanction Form – Nat. Fed... 174 J Jam boree ................................. 126 Job Description – Asst. Coach ........ 1 87 Job Description – Athletic Director .... 1 89 Job Description -Ath.Dir -Non Admin . 192 Job D escription – Head Coach ........ 1 88 L Lac rosse – Officials Fees .............. 153 Lacrosse Workers Fees ................ 162 Late Entry Policy ....................... 97 League Playoff Game .................. 1 24 League Playoff – Game Limitations .. 124 Le ague Position Reaffirmed ............ 98 Leagues – Role of CIAC ............... 97 League Tournament – Game Fee ..... 156 League Tournament – Post ponement . 124 Lessons ...... .............................. 71 Lightning Guidelines .................... 199 M Mak e-u ps – Completion of Regular Season Contest... ............ 122 Media Communication .................. 86 Medical Services at Athletic Contests . 98 Membership Agreement ................. 201 Membership – Benefits/Responsibilities 31 Middle Sch/Grade 9 Participation ...... 86 Middl e Sch Elig Standards -Inter. Ath ... 86 Minimum Games for Tournament ...... 105 Mission Statement – CAS ............... 7 Mission Statement – CIAC ............ 2/3 0 Mo difications – Nat. Fed. Rules ...... 1 67 N Na tional Championship ................ 106 National Federation (8.0) ......... 166-1 77 Nation al Federation A ssociation ....... 171 Nat. Fed. Border State Sanction ........ 173 Nat. Fed. Rules – CIAC Position ...... 1 67 Nat. Fed. Rules Experimentation ...... 170 Nat. Fed. Interstate Sanction Form..... 174 Nat. Fed. Rule Modifications ...... 167 Nation al Fe deration Sanctioning ....... 171 Nat. Fed. All Sports Recognition ... 176 National Testing Dates .................. 105 NCAA Academic Requirement ........ 1 37 NCAA Eligibility Center ............... 1 37 NCAA Protecting College Elig. ....... 1 37 Non -CIAC Controlled Sports .......... 85 Numbers of Games – Tournament .... 105 O Offi cials Agreement ..................... 1 49 Officials – Background Checks ... .... 150 Officials – CIAC Recognized Groups 1 48 Officials – Communicate Coaches .... 11 3 Officials – Communicate Protocol .... 1 57 Officials – Complaint ................... 1 57 Officials Contract .................. 158 Officials – Criticize .................. 93 Of ficials – Exclusivity .................. 1 48 Officials Fees ....................... 1 51-156 Officials – Female ........................ 197 Officials – Mis s ing Contest ............. 1 57 Of ficials – Recognition Standard 149 Officials – Resolution ................... 1 58 Officials – Rules Interpretation ... ... 150 Officials – Service to Schools .......... 1 49 Officia ls – Welcome/Treatment of .... 112 Onlin e Courses – Eligibility ........... 134 Open House ............................... 57 Open Gyms ............................... 76 Organization Chart – CAS .............. 9 Organization of Handbook ............. 5 Out -of -Season – Bona fid e Employee.72/ 74 Out -of -Season Clinics/Tryouts ...... ... 75 Out -of -Season Coach Consequence .... 77 Out -of -Season – Ind/Team Sports ..... 69 /72 Out -of -Season Physical Fitness Form.. 100 Out -of -Season Questions ............ 77 Out -of -Season Regulations ......... ... 69 Out -of -State Contest Rules ............ 12 1 Outdoor Track – W orkers Fees ......... 165 P Pay - to-Play Position ............... .... 198 Penalties – Out -of -Season .............. 77 Penalties – Recruitment ................. 58 Penalties – Violation of Eligibility .... 2 07 Performance Enhancing Substances ... 103 Performance Enhancing Drug Penalty . 1 03 Permission – In Season .................. 100 Pe rmission – Out -of-Season ............ 100 Personnel (9.0) ..................... 1 78-193 Philosophy – Athletics ................... 1 07 Physical Exams ......................... 98 Physical Fitness Programs ............ 76 Playoff Games – League ............... 124 Policy Statements (10.0) ............ 194-20 0 Postponed Games ........................ 122 Postponed – League Tournament ..... 124 Practice Dates – Boys/Girls ...... 1 28-131 Practici ng Another Team by Athlete.. 126 Practice Requirements – Team/Ind... 125 Prosthesis ................................. 1 08 Protest Form .............................. 216 Protests – Tournament / Reg. Season . 107 Protocol – Mem b er Sch – Officials .... 1 57 Protocol – Recruitment Charge ...... 59 Providi ng Information/Decisions ... 4/109 Q Q & A – C oaching Permit – Vol. ...... 184 Q & A – Cooperative Team ........... 64 Q & A – Disqualification/Ejection... 94 Q & A – League Tourn. Postpone ..... 124 Q & A – In / Out -of -Season ...... .... 71 /77 Q & A – Physical Exams ......... ..... 98 Q & A – Practice Limitations .......... 125 Q & A – Transfer ........................ 141 R Re classification/Consolidation ........ 108 Recognition Standards – Officials ... 1 49 Recruitment Policy ..................... 54 Recruitment Charge – Protocol ...... 59 Requir ements – AD Certification .... 191 Re quirement – Coaching Permit ...... 182 Regulation Interpretation ............ 109 Reinsta te – Amateur Eligibility ........ 88 Religious – Clothing/Apparel Worn .. 107 Religious Holidays ...................... 122 Res idency – Eligibility ................. 2 07 Resolution – Officials ............... 1 58 Restitution ............................... 53 Rosters/Lists – Eligi bility .............. 136 Rosters – Submit Tournament ... 117 Rules of Eligibility ...... ............... 203 Ru le Experimentation – Nat. Fed.... 170 Rules Interpreters .................. ..... 150 Rule Modification – Nat. Fed. ... ...... 1 67 S Sanct ions – Eligibility ................ 2 08 Sanction – National Federation ... 174 SAT Test Dates ......................... 105 Schedule Completion .................. 122 Schedules – Regular Season .......... 121 Scheduling/Season Limits (5.0) .... 120-1 3 1 School Start Time – CIAC Position .. 199 Scrimmage .............................. 126 Scrimmage Fees ........................ 156 Season Limitations Policy ......... 127 Services /Equip – Athletic Contest .... 98 Services provided by CIAC ........... 34 Service to Schools – Officials ......... 1 49 Showcases / Tryouts ......... ... ...... 7 1/75 Soccer – Officials Fees ................ 154 Soccer – Worke rs Fees ................ 162 So ftball – Officials Fees ............... 154 Softball – Workers Fees ................ 163 Solicitations ............................... 1 09 Special Education Eligibility ........... 1 38 Special Inducements ..................... 56 Specialization – Early Age ............. 69 Sports Awards Policy ................... 1 11 Sports – CIAC Controlled ........ ..... 3 2/84 Sports Calendars .....................1 28-131 Sports Club ............................... 90 Sports Committee – Budgets ........... 1 47 Sports Committees – Organization ... 46 Sports Committees – Membership .... 34 Sports Information ...................... 110 Sports – Team / Ind. ............... ..... 51/70 Sports Participation Survey ...... ..... 228 Sport Rule Changes .................... 33 Sportsmanship ..................... 111 Staff Members ......................... 6 Staff Responsibili ties – Committees . 29 Steroids – CIAC NFHS Position .... 102 Student – Camps/Clinics ............. 69-75 Student Visa ............................ 136 Sudden Cardiac Arrest ................ 104 Sunday Play ......................... 49/1 23 Supe rvise – Tournament Events ..... 1 17 Supplements ............................. 102 Swimming – Officials Fees .......... 154 Swimming – Workers Fees ............ 163 T Ta unting – Definition ................... 92 Team of One (Collaborative Team) .. 89 Te a m Sports ........................... 51 Telecast – Copyright .................... 86 Temporary Coaches Permit ............ 183 B. Tennis – Workers Fees ............. 163 G. Tennis – Workers Fees ............. 163 Termination of Coach ............... 184 Testing Dates – SAT / ACT ........... 105 Ticket Prices ............................. 160 Tournament Divisions ................. 50 Tournament / Meets/ Games Bylaw . 48 Tournament Game Balls ............... 116 Tournament Game Sites /Supervision... 117 Tournament – Ineligible Player ... .... 97 Tournament Minimum Games ......... 1 05 Tournament Rosters ............... 117 Tournament Worker Fees ......... 1 61- 165 Transfer Rule ....................... 1 39/2 05 Transfer Rule – Hardship ......... 1 42 /205 Transfer Notification Form .........142/ 214 Transgender Participation ............... 54 Travel Regulation ........................ 51 Tryouts / Showcases ................ 71 /75 Two / Three Day Meets ............ 123 U Un attached Definition ................... 123 Uni fied Sports Eligibility ............... 142 Unified Sports Partner Eligibility ...... 143 Use of Handbook ......................... 5 V Va lues from CIAC Programs ........ 31 Videotaping ............................... 1 19 Volleyball – Officials Fees ............. 155 Volleyball – Workers Fees ............. 163 Vo lunteer Coaching Permit ............ 184 W Wa rning Statement – Parents/Athletes 99 We ather (Bad) Guidelines ............. 2 99 Week/Season Limits – Boys/Girls ..... 123 Weekly Limits –Outside Compet e 123 Weekly Limits – Two/Three Day .... 123 Whom to Speak with at CIAC ........ 29 Wrestling – Officials Fees .............. 156 Wrestling – Workers Fees ............. 164

6.0 ELIGIBILITY 6.13 ELIGIBILITY RULES AND DUE PROCESS Although the Connecticut courts have consistently ruled that a student has no due process right to participate in interscholastic athletics, the CIAC Board of C ontrol believes that it is important that all athletes be familiar with the CIAC Rules of Eligib ility. To that end, the CIAC Board of C ontrol will annually make available copies of the rules of eligibility to school principals and athletic directors who will be responsible for distribution to all student- athletes. In many instances member schools h ave stricter regulations than the CIAC minimum regulations; schools are free to supplement CIAC regulations. However, in accordance with schools’ membership agreements, eligibility requirements cannot be less than those of CIAC. Many member schools have reported that they have prepared a poster -size digest for placement in gyms or locker rooms and have distributed to individual students the clear and concise digest of CIAC eligibility rules available from the CIAC office. 6.14 RIGHTS OF DUE PROCESS – AT HLETES See Appendix B – “Athletes’ Rights of Due Process” 6.15 ELIGIBILITY OF SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT TO COMPETE A student attending an alternative education program in a school which is not a member of CIAC is eligible to compete in interscholastic athletics when the following conditions are met: 1. If the school in which the student has been placed through the PPT process does not have its own interscholastic athletic program, then he/she is eligible to participate in the interscholastic program of the sending school. 2. The student must be carried on the membership roll of the sending school and the principal of the sending school must assume full responsibility for and authority over the student for determining athletic eligibility. 3. The student must be enrolled in a full- time program which leads to the fulfillment of requirements for a diploma. 4. The student must be otherwise eligible according to CIAC By -laws and Code of Eligibility. 5. Student- athlete participation at any state author ized public school of choice or any state authorized charter, magnet, regional cooperative, inter -district, satellite school students: Eligibility to participate in interscholastic athletics at the sending school or school from which he/she would normally matriculate is extended to any student when the school does not offer any interscholastic athletic program. 6.15A. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES FOR SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 (See Appendix I) 138 6.0 ELIGIBILITY 6.16 CIAC EIGHT (8) SEMESTER REGULATION (See Appendix B) A student has eight (8) consecutive semesters or four (4) consecutive years of eligibility from the date of en try into ninth grade to be eligible for interscholastic competition. Date of entry is defined as the first date of enrollment as a grade 9 student taking four (4) or more high school subjects. ( 1 ) Students who are not eligible or elect to not participate do not preserve additional semesters for use at a later time. That is, there is no fifth year of eligibi lity per se. ( 2 ) A student who has attended 15 days or more may apply through the member school for consideration of a hardship waiver. Hardship waiver requests will be considered for unforeseen, unavoidable or unusual circumstances that were beyond the control of the student and resulted in the student being unable to complete their academic requirements in four (4) years or eight (8) consecutive semesters. All such requests must be well documented. Waivers for se rious medical situations that are well documented will also be considered when it is demonstrated the student was unable to complete any significant school work due to their medical condition and it is verified the school made every effort to provide an appropriate alternative program to the student. Injuries sustained in playing a CIAC-sponsored sport will not constitute grounds for a medical waiver for an additional semester/year of play in the sport in which the injury occurred. A waiver will be granted for a student who has been absent on e or more semesters because of required military service. If a waiver is granted in any situation, the semester granted must be the same as the semester waived – fall for fall, spring for spring. A waiver of the eight consecutive semester/four consecutive year rule will be granted only once to any athlete. ( 3 ) The fact that a student has not participated for four seasons will not justify allowing such student to participate in interscholastic sports beyond the eighth semester after his or her entrance into the ninth grade. ( 4 ) This is an eight semester attendance rule, i.e., eight semesters of time not eight semesters of participation or competition rule. ( 5 ) Exception: A student who interrupts his/her school career in order to participate in a CSI ET approved foreign study program may have his/her eligibility extended for up to two semesters, provided the student does not participate out-of-country in sports he/she wishes to play upon his/her return, subject to approval by the CIAC. The implementation date was July 2006, affecting all students entering 9 th grade in September 2006 and after. ( The three season rule w as phased out as of June 30, 2009). 6.17 TRANSFER RULE (See Appendix B) The intent of the transfer rule (Rule II.C.) is to discourage schools and/or adults from exploiting the student-athlete or allowing or enabling that student to benefit improperly from his own act or the acts of others. The CIAC transfer rule is based upon the fundamental principle that, if at all possible, a student should live with his/her parents and attend public or parochial school in the school district in which the parent resides. Without regulation of the eligibility of transfer students, student- athletes and their families – with or without out side influence – could permit athletic interests to become dominant factors in educational decisions. In either of these instances, athletics would assume an improper and abusive perspective. Schools believe rules to deter such situations are warranted. Therefore, the transfer rule exists to: a. Prevent the recruiting of student -athletes; b. Prevent “school jumping” by students for athletic reasons; c. Minimize the influence of athletics upon the family’s decision regarding school attendance; d. Protect and maintai n equitable opportunity for students whose families are legitimate residents of a school district; 139 6.0 ELIGIBILITY e. Maintain an equitable standard for interscholastic competition between public schools which are restricted by legally established boundaries and private schools which have no such boundaries; and f. Provide common ground for interscholastic athletic competition between schools. The transfer rule is standard in the majority of state high school associations in the United States and, when applied fairly, has withstood all legal tests. It is recognized that it is incumbent upon schools to provide a warning to students transferring in or out of high schools that their athletic eligibility may be in jeopardy. An informed student body and informed parents should reduce any potential harm caused by the transfer rule. 6.17.A. TRANSFER RULE II.C. REQUIREMENT #1 9 (Waiver) (See Appendix B) A student in grades 10, 11, or 12 who does not qualify for the transfer rule requirements #1 through #18 will be granted eligibility by application to the CIAC Eligibility Committee if the following are satisfactorily completed. After a period of time equal to at least 50% of the school’s varsity schedule following date of enrollment (first day of attending classes) in the receiving school for the affected sport played at the previous school , or from the date of the first school contest after the date of enrollment, if entry is after the first allowable play date, eligibility will be granted to a student who has participated (i.e. actually played in a CIAC- approved contest) at the JV or varsity level of play at any time during the present or preceding year at the sending school, who does not otherwise qualify for any of the above exceptions and when both the sending and receiving school principals sign a CIAC transfer notification form certifying to the best of their knowledge that the student has not transferred for athletic reasons. * If the season ends before the athlete sits a period of time equal to at least 50% of the varsity schedule has been completed, any remaining days of ineligibility shall be satisfied from the first allowable play date of the present school’s regular season in that sport during the next school year unless he/she is a mul ti-sport athlete. In these cases, the remaining portion of the games will be served successively in any sport effected by the transfer rule. To qualify for the provisions of this section, a student must be a member of the team during the season in which the 50% wait period is applied. * A transfer for athletic reasons is defined as but not limited to : a. Seeking a change to a new school due to inducement or recruitment to play a sport. b. Seeking a superior athletic team. c. Seeking relief due to a conflict with the philosophy or action of an administrator, teacher or coach relating to sports. d. Seeking a team consistent with the student’s athletic abilities. e. Seeking a means to nullify punitive action by the sending school for athletic reasons. f. Seeking to escape academic or other ineligibility at the sending school due to the school’s academic standards. * When the sending school principal indicates on the transfer notification form that he/she believes the transfer is for athletic reasons the following process shou ld be followed: a. The sending school must provide to the CIAC office evidence of the reasons that the sending school believes the transfer was for athletic reasons along with the submission of the transfer notification form. 140 6.0 ELIGIBILITY b. The principal of the receiving school has seven days to contact the CIAC office to appeal the decision to respond to the sending school’s submission. The CIAC Eligibility Committee will determine, based on the evidence provided, whether the transfer was made for athletic reasons at its next regularly scheduled meeting. c. The principal of the receiving school or sending school has seven days to contact the CIAC office that they will appeal the decision of the CIAC Eligibility Committ ee to the CIAC Eligibility Review Board at its next scheduled meeting. **Season ends on the last date to count for tournament play. Tournament play does not count toward the completion of 50% of the schedule. Points of Emphasis 1. The transfer rule does n ot apply to grade nine (9) students. They may transfer at any time during or at the end of the ninth grade and remain eligible. 2. The transfer rule applies only when a student enters grade 10 and plays for the school in an interscholastic athletic contest. Athletic eligibility is then declared in that sport only. It is at that point that the CIAC transfer rule takes effect. 3. The addition to the transfer rule assures students who transfer after entering grade 10 and having had pl ayed in a sport during grade 10, 11, or 12 during the present or preceding year, the opportunity to become eligible following a 50% of the varsity schedule wait period for the sport, IF the principal of the sending school and receiving schools sign a CIAC transfer notification form certifying that to the best of their knowledge the student has not transferred for athletic reasons. This form is completed online in the Eligibility Center. Questions and Answers 1. When would a junior JV volleyball player who transfers during the summer and qualifies under exception 19, be allowed to be placed on the school’s eligibility roster and begin competing? The school would count the number of contests on its original varsity schedule submitted to the CIAC and divide that number in half. When the player has sat for that many games then the school may enter the player on the eligibility roster and from that point on would be allowed to participate in any game at any level. (In an 18 game varsity schedule the player could be placed on the e ligibility roster once the student has sat for the first 9 varsity games, in a 17 game varsity schedule the player could be placed on the eligibility roster once the student has sat for the first 9 varsity games, for a 16 game schedule it would be the firs t 8 varsity games, etc. 2. May a school count any sub-varsity games towards the wait period? No. Regardless of what level the athlete will compete at he/she is not eligible until the wait period has been satisfied using the varsity schedule. 3. What happens if during the 50% wait period we postpone a game to a date later in the season? Regardless of postponements, cancellations or any other scheduling issues the athlete MUST sit out for the required number of games. (For example, a soccer player from a school with a 16 game varsity schedule has out 7 games and on the day of the school’s 8 th game it is postponed for several weeks, he/she would have to sit the next game in succession on the schedule to comply.) 141 6.0 ELIGIBILITY TRANSFER RULE II.C. #18 – HARDSHIP (See Appendix B) Eligibility may be granted to a transfer student who does not meet the CIAC transfer standard when sufficient evidence, as determined by the CIAC Eligibility Committee, is provided to show that it was necessary for the student to transfer because of unforeseen, unavoidable, or unusual circumstances including, but not limited to, broken home conditions, terminal or serious illness of parent, sibling, or self, death of a parent or guardian, abandonment, loss of school accreditation, bankruptcy and/or loss of principal income of legal guardian(s), and provided the transfer was not for athletic reasons and there was no undue influence. Hardship is defined as an unforeseeable act, condition or event which may not reasonably and/or practically be avoided or corrected and which causes the imposition of a severe burden upon the student or his/her family. A hardship situation may be a situation which is unique to the student or his/her family which could not have been predicted, which does not apply to others in a similar setting, and over which the family has no control. 6.17.B. TRANSFER NOTIFICATION FORM Located in the CIAC Eligibility Center 6.18 ELIGIBILITY OF HOME SCHOOLERS See Appendix B – “Rules of Eligibility and Control – II.A. Pupil Eligibility 6.19 UNIFIED SPORTS Unified Sports were created and developed to give individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to train and compete in sports activities. To be eligible for participation in Unified Sports, a competitor must agree to observe and abide by the official Special Olympics sports rules. The following Unified Sports programs are offered to member schools: basketball, soccer, track and volleyball. Refer to the Unified Sports handbook for full information. 6.19.A. ELIGIBILITY FOR UNIFIED SPORTS 1. To be eligible for participation in Unified Sports, an outgrowth of Special Olympics, a competitor must agree to observe and abide by the official Special Olympics sports rules. 2. Unified Sports and its parent-arm, Special Olympics, were created and developed to give individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to train and compete in sports activities. No person shall, on the grounds of sex, race, religion, color or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of Special Olympics. 142 6.0 ELIGIBILITY 3. Eligibility for participation in Unified Sports: • General Statement of Eligibility – Every person with intellectual disabilities who is at least five years of age is eligible to participate in Unified Sports. A student who has a special education identification of intell ectually disabled can participate in the CIAC -sanctioned Unified Sports program prior to reaching his/her 22 nd birthday. This student must be enrolled in a CAS -CIAC member school with a documented individual educational program approved by the pupil place ment team at such school. • Age Requirements – The minimum age requirement for participation in Unified Sports is five years of age. • Degree of Disability – P articipation in Unified Sports training and competition is open to all persons with intellectual di sabilities who meet the age requirement of this Section, regardless of the level or degree of that person’s disability, and whether or not that person also has other mental or physical disabilities, so long as that person registers to participate in Unified Sports as required by these General Rules. • Identifying Persons with Intellectual Disabilities – A person is considered to have intellectual disabilities for purposes of determining his or her eligibility to participate in Unified Sports if that person satisfies any one of the following requirements. --T he person has been identified by an agency or professional as having intellectual disabilities as determined by their localities; or --The person has a cognitive delay, as determined by standardized meas ures such as intelligent quotient or “IQ” testing or other measures which are generally accepted within the professional community in that accredited program’s nation as being a reliable measurement of the existence of a cognitive delay; or --The person h as a cl osely related developmental disability. A “closely related developmental disability” means having functional limitations in both general learning (such as IQ) and in adaptive skills (such as in recreation, work, independent living, self -direction, or self -care) . However, persons whose functional limitations are based solely on a physical behavioral, or emotional disability, or a specific learning or sensory disability, may not be eligible to participate as Special Olympic athletes, but may be eligible to participate as a team member for Unified Sports. 6.19 . B. UNIFIED PARTNER ELIGIBILITY Definition Special Olympics Unified Sports is a program that combines approximately equal numbers of Special Olympics athletes and athletes without intellectual disabilities (partners) on sports teams for training and competition. Age and ability matching of athletes and partners is specifically defined on a sport-by- sport basis. 143 6.0 ELIGIBILITY Partner Eligibility Though the above definition allows for partners with disabilities other than intellectual disabilities, Unified Sports was developed to provide Special Olympics athletes with the choice of a sports program that brings about meaningful inclusion with their non-di sabled peers. The spirit of Unified Sports intends to introduce opportunities to those Special Partners who do not qualify/play at a varsity or junior varsity level to participate on a Unified Sports team. However, Unified Sports programs would be remiss if we did not allow all non- intellectually disabled (ID) students to qualify as Special Partners. Further options would allow a Special Partner who is a varsity/junior varsity, or freshman athlete to participate on a Unified Sports team as a partner, ass istant coach, or a one-on- one aide during their sport season . A varsity or junior varsity athlete may compete as a Special Partner in any Unified Sports sport season. Non -disabled student- athletes may participate as a partner on a Unified Sports team during their same sport season only in a non-scoring capacity (developmental or recreational level). Questions regarding the partner eligibility statement can be directed to the CAS- CIAC office, Robert Hale, Director, Unified Sports – (203) 250-1111. 144 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Page 7.1 Budgets .................................................................................... 147 A. Sports Committees ............................................................. 147 B. Impact on LEA’s ............................................................... 147 7.2 Entry Fees – Tournament ............................................................... 147 7.3 Officials .................................................................................... 148 A. CIAC Recognized Officials Groups .......................................... 148 B. Exclusivity ....................................................................... 148 C. Service to Member Schools ................................................... 149 D. Agreement ....................................................................... 149 E. Recognition Standards ......................................................... 149-150 F. Background Checks for Officials ............................................. 150 G. Officials Rule Interpreters and Protocol ..................................... 150-151 H. Baseball Fees .................................................................... 151 I. Basketball Fees ................................................................. 151 J. Field Hockey Fees ............................................................. 152 K. Football Fees ................................................................... 152 L. Gymnastics Fees ............................................................... 152-153 M. Ice H ockey Fees ................................................................ 153 N. Lacrosse Fees .................................................................. 153 O. Softball Fees ................................................................... 154 P. Soccer Fees ..................................................................... 154 Q. Swimming Fees ................................................................ 154-155 R. Volleyball Fees ................................................................ 155 S. Wrestling Fees ................................................................. 156 T. League Championship Game Fees .......................................... 156 U. Guidelines for Scrimmage Fees ............................................. 156 7.4 CIAC Officials Missing Contests Resolution ....................................... 157 7.5 Communication Protocol Between Member Schools & Officials ................ 157 7.6.A. Lodging Complaint – Member S chools to Officials Group ....................... 157 B. Lodging Complaint – Officials Groups to Member Schools ...................... 158 7.7 Resolution ................................................................................ 158 7.8 Sample Contract – Officials ........................................................... 158-159 7.9 Ticket Prices ............................................................................. 160 7.10 Tournament Workers Fees ............................................................. 161-165 145 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Page A. Basketball – Boys and Girls ....................................................... 161 B. Baseba ll .............................................................................. 161 C. Cross Country – Boys and Girls ................................................... 161 D. Football ............................................................................... 161 E. Field Hockey ......................................................................... 162 F. Golf – Boys and Girls ............................................................... 162 G. Gymnasti cs ........................................................................... 162 H. Ice Hockey ............................................................................ 162 I. Lacrosse – Boys and Girls .......................................................... 162 J. Soccer – Boys and Girls ............................................................ 162 K. Softball ................................................................................ 163 L. Swimming – Boys and Girls ....................................................... 163 M. Boys Tennis .......................................................................... 163 N. Girls Tennis ......... ................................................................. 163 O. Volleyball – Boys a nd Girls ....................................................... 163 P. Indoor Track – Boys and Girls .................................................... 164 Q. Wrestling ............................................................................. 164 R. Outdoor Track – Boys and Girls .................................................. 165 S. Cheerleading ........................................................................ 165 146 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.1 BUDGETS 7.1.A. BUDGETS – SPORTS COMMITTEES Sports committee chairmen are advised that all decisions made by their committees which have an impact on the approved CIAC sport budget or the current fiscal year must be submitted to the CIAC Board of Control for approval before being implemented. 7.1.B. BUDGET IMPACT ON LEA’S Any decisions which impact local school district budgets must allow one year lead time unless the Board of Control gives approval for earlier implementation. 7.2 ENTRY FEES – The following rates are subject to change Fall Sp orts Boys / Girls Cross Country $100 per team Boys / Girls Soccer $100 per team Field Hockey $100 per team Football $150 per team Boys Fall Golf $175 per team or $30 per individual Girls Swimming $100 per team plus $10 per individual, per event – Maximum $250 Girls Volleyball $100 per team Winter Sports Boys / Girls Basketball $100 per team Boys / Girls Indoor Track $100 per team (1 0 or less) or $10 per athlete – Maximum $250 Boys Swimming $100 per team plus $10 per individual, per event – Maximum $250 Girls Gymnastics $125 per team / $15 per individual, per event for State Open Ice Hockey $150 per team Wrestling $100 per team plus $10 per wrestler entered, as well as alternates – Maximum $300 Spring Sports Baseball $100 per team Boys / Girls Golf $175 per team or $ 30 per individual / Open $50 Boys / Girls Lacrosse $100 per team Softball $100 per team Boys Tennis $100 per team in team tournament $15 per individual in the individual tournament Girls Tennis $100 per team in team tournament $15 per individual in the individual tournament Boys / Girls Outdoor Track $100 per team (1 0 or less) or $ 10 per athlete – Maximum $250 Boys Decathlon $25 per entry Girls Heptathlon $25 per entry Boys / Girls Steeplechase $25 per entry Boys / Girls Hammer Throw $25 per entry Boys Volleyball $100 per team 147 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.3 OFFICIALS 7.3.A. CIAC RECOGNIZED OFFICIALS GROUPS The CIAC has recognized the following officials groups to officiate high school contests: Connecticut State Board of Approved Baseball Umpires Connecticut State Board of Approved Basketball Officials Connecticut Football Officials Association Connecticut Field Hockey Association Official’s Board Connecticut Charter of National Association of Women’s Gymnastic Judges Connecticut Chapter of National Ice Hockey Officials Connecticut Lacrosse Officials Association Western Connecticut Lacrosse Officials Association Connecticut Women’s Lacrosse Officials Association Connecticut National Federation of Softball Umpires Connecticut Soccer Officials Association Connecticut Swimming Officials Association Western Connecticut Swimming Officials Association Connecticut Board of Volleyball Officials Connecticut Wrestling Officials Association 7.3.B. EXCLUSIVITY Exclusivity means that at all levels of play the CIAC requires all member schools to use only officials who presently are members of a recognized officials group and on the approved list established by CIAC unless assignments cannot be filled due to shortage of officials. This will include anyone who is a member of a group listed above. It also means that no new group of officials will be allowed to become eligible to officiate contests in member schools unless they become part of the state officials group which is presently recognized by the CIAC for negotiating purposes. These groups are listed below: Connecticut State Board of Approved Baseb all Umpires Connecticut Board of Approved Basketball Officials Connecticut Field Hockey Association Official’s Board Connecticut Football Officials Association Connecticut Charter of National Association of Women’ s Gymnastics Judges Connecticut Chapter of National Ice Hockey Officials Connecticut Lacrosse Officials Association Connecticut Women’s Lacrosse Officials Association Connecticut National Federation of Softball Umpires Connecticut Soccer Officials Association Connecticu t Swimming Officials Association Connecticut Board of Volleyball Officials Connecticut Wrestling Officials Association Note: When a state board does not exist, for negotiating purposes, the CIAC recognizes the officials group that services the largest number of CIAC member schools for that sport. Officials are independent contractors and all groups train and certify all interested individuals. Check with the contact person for their training schedule. 148 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Although officials are independent contractors and have their own autonomy, membership provides the opportunity for officials to be part of the “CIAC Team” and work in concert with administrators, coaches, athletic directors and the CIAC to better serve high school athletics in Connecticut. 7.3.C. SERVICE TO MEMBER SCHOOLS No officials group listed in 7.3.A and 7.3.B. will have the right to withhold services from any member school which seeks assignments without the expressed approval of the CIAC. 7.3.D. AGREEMENT S Both CIAC member schools and the officials association which provide officiating services for CIAC member schools are obliged to honor the conditions of these respective agreements. Grievances or concerns related to any of the conditions of any agreement should be resolved between the official(s) and the school and, if necessary, be referred to the CIAC Officials Committee. CIAC sport committees are requested to notify the Officials Committee regarding any changes in rules or game conditions which may affect any provision of an agreement. The CIAC instructs each member school to pay the fees as published for that sport in this handbook. Payment should be made within a 30 day period. Failure to meet financial obligations to game officials within sixty (60) days of the event will result in loss of game officials unless otherwise directed by the CIAC Board of Control. The CIAC Board of Control herewith expresses its appreciation to the various officials associations for their cooperation and continued support of high school athletics. Any concerns or questions related to these agreements should be made to the executi ve staff of CIAC. 7.3.E. RECOGNITION STANDARDS FOR SPORT OFFICIAL ASSOCIATIONS 1. Provide by July 1 an electronic membership roster to the CIAC Officials’ Association of all officials certified to do high school contests. The electronic roster should be sent to officialsupdates@casciac. org and must include all of the information specified in the membership template. All officials must be 18 years old to service high school sports as an official. 2. P rovide by July 1 of each year a constitution and by-l aws. 3. Provide evidence that regular meetings are held during the year. 4. Provide by July 1 of each year a list of officers for the association. 5. Provide a list of criteria as evidence that the officials on the roster are skilled, trained, and knowledgeable of the game rules adopted by the CIAC in each respective sport. 6. Provide evidence that all officials have successfully completed yearly in- service training clinics, and an annual examination on the rules. 149 6.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7. Provide evidence that all officials complete yearly in- service training in recognizing the signs and symptoms of concussion and the protocol to follow when an athlete is suspected of sustaining a concussion. 8. Provide evidence that the association has an on-going program for eva luation officials. 9. Provide by July 1 a list of assignment commissioners including addresses, e-mails and telephone numbers. 10. Provide evidence that there is an on-going program to encourage new membership and to train new officials. 11. Provide a statement th at the association does not discriminate according to age, gender , race, creed, etc. 12. Provide evidence that the association is serving a minimum of eight (8) CIAC member schools and does not limit service to one league exclusively. 13. Provide the criteria us ed to determine when an official is qualified to officiate varsity level contests (i.e. number of years at the sub-varsity level, etc.) 7.3.F. BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR OFFICIALS All officials must be cleared through a CIAC background check to be included on the approved list for CIAC -sanctioned contests, and to be accepted as a member of the CIAC Officials Association. Such checks were performed on all current officials and new candidates during the initial year of the program (2011-12). Subsequently, background checks will be performed on new candidates only. Current members can be subject to a follow-up background check at any time at the discretion of CIAC. It is the responsibility of the local officials association to obtain the date of birth of ea ch of their members and verify for the CIAC that the individuals submitted to the CIAC Officials’ Association have consented to the CIAC background check. To best serve our member schools and student- athletes, l ocal boards are expected to adhere to the CIAC Policy for Connecticut High School Sports Officials that can be accessed at www.ciacofficialsassociation.org under down loa ds, and assign only those officials from the approved list to officiate CIAC -sanctioned contests. 7.3.G . CIAC STATE RULE INTERPRETERS AND PROTOCOL Official game rules interpreters for sports that are governed by the National Federation are selected by their respective state officials’ organizations. The primary responsibility for the CIAC State Rule Interpreter will be to assist the CIAC staff by interpreting game rules to member school athletic directors, coaches and others that need clari fication or interpretation. This process allows for experienced and knowledgeable individuals to uniformly apply appropriate interpretations to game rules. The athletic director shall contact the local board rules interpreter with the question or situati on. I f it is a routine information type question, the local interpreter will provide the ruling, or if necessary, he/she will consult with the state interpreter. If the inquiry from the athletic director is an actual game situation, the local interpreter must consult with the state rule interpreter before providing an official ruling. Athletic 150 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE directors should always work through their local interpreter and shoul d not contact the state interpreter directly. The s tate i nterpr eter is responsible for communicating with CIAC regarding all requests for rulings that result from an actual game situation. Contact information for local and state interpreters can be accessed on the www.ciacofficial s association.org web site. CIAC ST ATE RULE INTERPRETERS Baseba ll – DJ Nadeau C – (203) 915-4704 Basketball – Charl ey Harbach C – (860) 307-0567 Field Hockey – Cindy Fabian C – (860) 306- 7338 Football – Bill Riccio C – (475) 988-7593 Gymnastics – Lori Buggee C – (860) 803-9702 Ice Hockey – Scott Klapik C – (860) 983-1199 Boys Lacrosse – Steven Hinchey C – (860) 930- 4585 Girls Lacrosse – Patti Klecha- Porter C – (860) 922- 4169 Soccer – Steven Wollins C – (860) 212-0337 Softball – Ha nk Koritkoski C – (860) 803-3012 Swimming – Chris Burns C – (203) 772-5755 Volleyball – James Borbas C – (203) 233-6438 Wrestling – Carmen Delvecchio C – (860) 982-9656 FEE SC HEDULES – 2023-24 * *Al l CIAC member schools will only pay the fees published in this Handbook. 7.3.H. BASEBALL Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity $101.15 Sub varsity 70.81 Playdown – Quarter -final 114.69 Semi -final 122.17 Finals 135.38 If onl y one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 7.3.I. BASKETBALL Fee Schedu le – All Classifications Varsity $105.35 Sub varsity 73.75 Playdown – Qualifying – Quarter -final 118.78 Semi -final 126.09 Final 146.05 Alternate 111.81 Shot Clock – Varsity 68.48 Shot Clock – JV 47.94 Shot clock fees are applicable when the assignment is made by the official’s board assigner. If a crew of three is used each official receives a regular fee. If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 151 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.3.J. FIELD HOCKEY Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity $ 98.65 Sub varsity 69.06 Playdown – Quarter -final 112.04 Semi -final 119.74 Final 133.14 Alternate 103.30 If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 7.3.K. FOOTBALL Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity $103.15 Sub varsity 72.21 Clock Operator 68.45 Thanksgiving Day and Post Season * 151.45 Clock Operator Thanksgiving Day & Post Season 96.66 Chain Crew Playoffs 34.21 If only two officials are used for a sub varsity game, the cost of each official is equal to 1.33 times the regular sub varsity fee. *Thanksgiving Day and post season fees are used for all games played during Thanksgiving week, including postponements. 7.3.L. GYMNASTICS Fee Schedule Varsity Dual $ 99.65 Varsity Tri 113.69 Varsity Quad League 127.73 Sub varsity 78.23 Divisional and State 154.57 **There is a $25 fee increase added to above fees for schools opting to use the full “warm -up compete” procedures. $16.28 for each athlete on a collaborative team. $16.28 for each exhibition athlete. 152 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Gymnastics Fees for dual, tri, quad and sub varsity meets are for two judges per meet. If there are four judges at a tri meet or quad meet, judging one event each, the pay is dual meet fee. State/Divisional meets are based on eight (8) judges, two per event, and one meet referee. Gymnastics -- Meet Definition and Number of Competitors Dual Meet -- Two (2) varsity or junior varsity teams, six (6) competitors per team, 12 per event. Tri Meet -- Three (3) varsity or junior varsity teams, six (6) competitors per team, 18 per event. Quad Meet -- Four (4) varsity or junior varsity teams, six (6) competitors per team, 24 per event. League -- Fee based on maximum of six (6) teams, six (6) competitors per team, per event. Note: Due to a severe shortage of gymnastics officials, schools are directed to pay the following: 1. One judge working a dual meet – pay 1.5 times dual meet fee. 2. One judge working in a tri meet – pay 1.5 times tri meet fee. 7.3.M. ICE HOCKEY Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity $108.65 Sub varsity 76.06 Playdown – Quarter -final – Semi -final 129.92 Final 147.16 Alternate – Semi -final 99.24 Alternate – Final 112.92 Goal Judge 50.91 If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. When a three official crew is used in the State Tournament the two referees will be paid the full fee and the linesman will be paid the alternate fee. 7.3.N. LACROSSE Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity $105.35 Sub varsity 73.75 Preliminary – Qualifying – Quarter -final 118.78 Semi -final 126.09 Final 146.05 Alternate 111.81 If three official crew is used, each official receives regular fee. If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 153 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.3.0. S OFTBALL Fee S chedule – All Classifications Varsity $101.15 Sub varsity 70.81 Playdown – Quarter -final 114.69 Semi -final 122.17 Finals 135.38 If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 7.3.P. SOCCER Fee S chedule – All Classifications Varsity $102.15 Sub varsity 71.51 Playdown – Quarter -final 115.96 Semi -final 123.27 Final 136.50 Final – Alternate 103.63 If only one official is used the cost for that official is equal to 1 ½ times regular fee. 7.3.Q. SWIMMING Fee S chedule – All Classifications Varsity or JV Dual - Referee $ 90.66 - Judge 83.66 Doubl e Dual (3 teams / 3 officials – one heat per event) - Referee 115.91 - Judge 100.91 Tri -Me et (3 teams / 3 officials – one heat per event) Same as Double Dual Not e: CIAC is purposely not involved in fees for double -tri or larger participation meets. Not e: CIAC is not involved with individual league tournament fees which are determined individually depending on composition, cut-off times and total time involved. 154 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Sw imming Cl ass Trials - Referee $231.05 - Starter 211.05 - Judges 201.05 Cl ass Finals - Referee 202.15 - Starter 192.15 - Judges 187.15 Di ving (Class & Open) - Referee 231.80 - Judge 201.80 St ate Open - Referee 202.15 - Starter 192.15 - Judges 187.15 Seed Referee 126.56 7.3.R. VOLLEYBALL Fee S chedule – All Classifications Var sity - Referee 1 $ 92.15 - Referee 2 83.77 - One official 134.03 Linesperson 71.88 JV & Varsity - Referee 1 156.66 - Referee 2 142.41 - One official 227.85 JV - R eferee 1 64.51 - Referee 2 58.64 - One official 93.82 Pl aydown – Quarters - Referee 1 101.74 - Referee 2 101.74 - Linesperson 90.99 Semi -f inals - Referee 1 107.72 - Referee 2 207.72 - Linesperson 90.99 Fin als - Referee 1 125.85 - Referee 2 125.85 - Linesperson 96.85 - Libero Tracker 72.63 - Official Scorer 72.63 155 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.3.S WRESTLING Fee Schedule – All Classifications Varsity (1-13 matches) $102.15 Sub varsity (6-13 matches) 71.51 (5 or less bou ts - $3.50 per bout) State Class Tournament (per 13 matches worked) 110.48 Sectional – Class Championships Open Tournament (per 13 matches worked) 114.61 7.3.T. LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME FEES Member schools/leagues must pay the following fees for league championship games: 1. All games of a league championship other than the final game – quarter -final CIAC tournament fee for that sport. 2. Final league championship game – semi -final CIAC tournament fee for that sport. 7.3.U. GUIDELINES FOR SCRIMMAGE FEES • Officials should be compensated for working scrimmages. • Schools and/or leagues that are able to make their own arrangements with local officials to work scrimmages may pay mutually agreed upon fees. That should be determined during budget season so districts can prepare for paying the cost. • Long- standing scrimmage fee arrangements for ice hockey and lacrosse and for geographical areas of the state will remain in effect. • Officials who are asked to work more than two (2) hours or the length of a regular game contest should receive additional compensation for the extra time worked. • Schools should expect to pay fees only for the number of officials who work games in that sport. Fees may be shared among officials if more officials than needed work the contest. • If schools request officials’ organizations to assign scrimmages, officials will be paid a minimum of 50% of a regular season fee for working the scrimmage. 156 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.4 CIAC OFFICIALS MISSING CONTESTS RESOLUTION 1. School complaints resulting from officials missing contests must first come before the local officials board to determine the validity of the complaint. 2. Only cases which result in the cancellation of contests will be acted upon. If contests are not cancelled, but rather played through alternate arrangements, the matter will not be forwarded to the respective officials’ organization for resolution. 3. Only cases which result from CIAC -sponsored activities at any high school level will be heard. 4. When a complaint is heard by the state officials’ asso ciation and the official in question is found to be at fault and caused the cancellation of a contest, the maximum financial penalty will not be greater than the fee that would have been paid to the guilty party(s). 5. All cases that cannot be resolved by the state officials’ association will be referred to the CIAC officials committee, whose responsibility it will be to meet with the school and official(s) in question along with the state officials’ board, and negotiate an agreement. 7.5 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL BETWEEN MEMBER SCHOOLS AND OFFICIALS’ GROUPS The CIAC Board of Control expects principals to remind all of the coaches of their responsibilities as role models for good sportsmanship, especially in their interaction with the offici als during the game and immediately after the contest. It is inappropriate for coaches to confront an official after a game and to publicly criticize the game officials in the media. It is also important that officials conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times and be a calming force when confronted with a volatile situation. The communication protocol has been established to continue to enhance the personal and professional relationship between member schools and officials’ groups and to keep the lines of communication open for mutual benefit. It is the expectation of the CIAC Board of Control that this protocol will be followed by all parties to resolve issues that may arise. 7.6.A. LODGING A COMPLAINT – MEMBER SCHOOLS TO OFFICIALS’ GROUPS To lodge a complaint or express a concern regarding game officials or other members of the officials’ association, coaches and others should work through the athletic director of the school. The athletic director will contact the assigner first, o r the president of the officials’ board, only when necessary so the matter can be referred to the person or group designated by the board to handle issues of this nature. Depending on the nature of the complaint, the officials’ board may request that the concern be expressed in writing. The appropriate individual will look into the matter and follow -up with the athletic director. 157 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.6.B. LODGING A COMPLAINT – OFFICIALS’ GROUPS TO MEMBER SCHOOL To lodge a complaint regarding a coach or to express other school related concerns, the official or the association should work through the assigner or the person or group designated to handle iss ues of this nature. The appropriate individual will contact the athletic director first or the principal, only when necessary. Depending on the nature of the complaint, the school may request that the concern be expressed in writing. The athletic director will look into the matter and follow- up with the appropriate person. 7.7 RESOLUTION The goal is for all parties to be satisfied that the concern was addressed appropriately and in a timely manner. Also, that the matter was handled with professionalism and through proper channels. The expectation is that every effort will be made by all parties to resolve the issues on the local level. If an impasse results related to any of the conditions of any agreement, the matter can be referred to the CIAC Officials Committee for a resolution, only if necessary. 7.8 SAMPLE OFFICIALS CONTRACT AGREEMENT Between the (Officials Board) and CAS/CIAC It is agreed by and between the CIAC and the (Name of Officials Board) that the following provisi ons will be in effect for a one (1) year period beginning July 1, 20__ and ending June 30, 20__. A. Game Conditions Every effort will be made to adhere to the following: 1. Established Starting Times – Both teams will assume the responsibility to adhere to the agreed -upon starting times. 2. Postponements – If a school official is unable to reach the assigned official by phone, e- ma il or text (if email or text messages are used the message must be confirmed by the official) a minimum of two (2) hours before game time, the school should contact the Commissioner assigning the official, or the individual designated to fulfill this responsibility, and notify that person of the cancellation. If this is done two hours prior to game time, the school’s obligation to notify officials will be fulfilled. Failure to do so will require full payment of the game fee. If a game begins and is discontinued for any reason, the officials shall receive the full fee. 158 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE Weather or Emergency Related – I f a school official is unable to reach the assigned official by phone, e- mail or text (if e -mail or text messages are used the message must be c onfirmed by the official) a minimum of two hours before a game time, the school should contact the Commissioner assigning the official, or the individual designated to fulfill this responsibility and notify that person of the cancellation. If this is done, the school’s obligation to notify officials will be fulfilled. Failure to do so will require full payment of the game fee. Non -Emergency Related – Games cancelled for non -emergency related reasons must be done 24 hours in advance of the scheduled game time. The school should contact the Commissioner ass igning the official or the individual designated to fulfill this responsibility and notify that person of the cancellation. If this is done, the school’s obligation to notify officials will be fulfilled. Failure to do so will require full payment of the game fee. 3. Game Control – Coaches and officials, by the nature of their positions, have great influence over the control of the game. They must exert this influence on the game in a positive manner by showing complete respect for each other at all times. 4. P rivate Dressing Facilities – The home team shall provide private dressing facilities with showers for those officials who are working the game(s). A school official will be responsible for keeping all other individuals out of these private dressing facilities. 5. Playing Facilities – S chool officials should ascertain that the field of play and appurtenances shall be according to standard regulations. No conditions shall be permitted which restrict the performance or safety of the player or official. B. T erms and Conditions -- F ee Schedule – All Classifications 1. Fee structure will be based on the average teacher salary increase as published by the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) for the year prior to the effective year of the contract. 2. See Fee Schedule attached hereto and a part hereof. (Section 7.0, pages 151 -156) Schools will be charged and pay the published fees only. C. Assignment Commitments and Procedures The (Name of Officials Board) will service equally all CIAC member schools by providing officials, clinics, etc., whenever possible. D. Commissioner’s Fees The aforementioned fees have been established to include CIAC member schools’ financial responsibility for Commissioners’ fees. Hence, no league or member school will be responsib le for the payment of fees for Commissioners. E. Travel and Meals No travel or meal allowance will be paid for regular season and tournament games. 159 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE F. Publ icity Responsibility for publicity is to be assumed by the CIAC Officials Committee. Agreed -upon game conditions, fee schedule and tournament fee schedule are to be printed in the CIAC Handbook. G. Protection for Official The host school will provide sufficient protection for game officials both on and off the field and in the parking lots. H. Grievance Procedures A grievance related to any condition of this agreement shall be resolved between the official and the school and, if necessary, be referred to the CIAC Officials Committee. I. Reserved Parking The host school will provide reserved parking for all officials. J. Recognition Standards The aforementioned officials association will show evidence to the CIAC board of control, through its officials committee, of full compliance with CIAC recognition standards. Full com pliance must be met by sports officials associations by the first practice date of their respective sports season. K. Officials Background Checks All officials must be cleared through a CIAC background check to be included on the approved list for CIAC -sanct ioned contests, and to be accepted as a member of the CIAC Officials Association. Such checks were performed on all current officials and new candidates during the initial year of the program (2011-12). Subsequently, background checks will be performed on new candidates only. Current members can be subject to a follow-up background check at any time at the discretion of CIAC. It is the responsibility of the local officials association to obtain the date of birth of each of their members and verify for the CIAC that the individuals submitted to the CIAC Officials’ Association have consented to the CIAC background check. Local boards are expected to adhere to the CIAC Policy for Connecticut High School Sports Officials that can be accessed at www.ciacofficialsassociation.org under downloads, and assign only those officials from the approved list to officiate CIAC -sanctioned contests. L. Na tional Federation Rules will govern all play. (Si gnatures) 7.9 CIAC TICKET PRICES * Free -- Children five (5) and under / Military in uniform or with I.D. $5.00 -- Senior Citizen (age 65 and older) $5.00 -- Students (grades 1-12) $10.00 -- Adults *Ticket prices for the state semi -finals and finals are subject to change based upon the venue ($10.00 - $12.00) – especially when non -school or college sites are used. 160 7.10 TOURNAMENT WORKERS FEES 7.10.A. BASKETBALL – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director ......................................................................... $125.00 Per Game 175.00 Finals Tickets ...... ........................................................................... 50.00 Supervisor ............................................................................. 50.00 Timer .................................................................................. 50.00 Scorekeeper ........................................................................... 50.00 Police ................................................................................... Per Contract 7.10.B. BASEBALL Site Director .......................................................................... $100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s ................................................................................. 50.00 Scorer ................................................................................. 50.00 7.10.C. CROSS COUNTRY – BOYS AND GIRLS Meet Director ......................................................................... $325.00 Class 185.00 Open Site Director ........................................................................... 187.00 Class 142.00 Open Head Finish ............................................................................ 106.00 Head Chute ............................................................................. 106.00 Starter ................................................................................... 106.00 Sound System .......................................................................... 158.00 Registration ............................................................................ 79.00 Start Coordinator ...................................................................... 79.00 Referee ................................................................................. 79.00 Chute .................................................................................... 79.00 Finish .................................................................................... 53.00 Helper ................................................................................... 32.00 Results / Copier ........................................................................ 32.00 Open Marshall ................................................................................. 53.00 7.10.D. FOOTBALL Site Director ............................................................................ $240.00 Tickets .................................................................................. 50.00 Doctor ................................................................................... 200.00 Ambulance ............................................................................. Per Contract Police .................................................................................... Per Contract P.A. Announcer ......................................................................... 50.00 Supervisor ............................................................................... 50.00 Ball Boy ................................................................................. 10.00 161 7.0 FEES AND FINANCE 7.10.E. FIELD HOCKEY Site Director ............................................................................... $100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s ...................................................................................... 50.00 7.10.F. GOLF – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director ............................................................................. $160.00 7.10.G. GYMNASTICS Site Director ................................................................................ $215.00 Meet Director .............................................................................. 215.00 Computer Scorer .......................................................................... 150.00 Announcer ................................................................................. 50.00 Ticket s ...................................................................................... 50.00 Supervisor ................................................................................. 50.00 Timer ....................................................................................... 50.00 7.10.H. ICE HOCKEY (Set reimbursement – Qualifying and First Round) Site Director ............................................................................. $100.00 120.00 Finals Tickets .................................................................................... 50.00 Clock Operator ......................................................................... 50.00 Scorer .................................................................................... 50.00 Police .................................................................................... Per Contract Supervisor ............................................................................... 50.00 7.10.I. LACROSSE – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director ........................................................................... $ 100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s ................................................................................. 50.00 Police ................................................................................... Per Contract 7.10.J. SOCCER – BOYS AND GIRLS Site Director ........................................................................... $100.00 Per Game 150.00 Finals Ticket s ................................................................................. 50.00 Scorer / Timer ......................................................................... 50.00 Ball Boys (2) ........................................................................... 10.00 Announcer ..............................................................................