As per House Bill 204 the Legislature recognizes that participation in athletics presents a possibility for concussions and head injuries.  Weber School District fully supports the protection of athletes with head injuries in accordance with the Utah Health Code.  In the event of a head injury, policy states that the child will be removed from play until he/she has been medically cleared by a qualified health care professional to return to play. As a parent of a child participating in Weber School District extra-curricular activities please take time to review the free course developed by the National Federation of High Schools that is available on-line (www.nfhslearn.com) and is an excellent resource on concussion management.  The 20 minute course provides education and instruction for parents and students regarding concussions and the actions to take when a concussion occurs.

The Utah State Legislature recognizes that participation in student government and extracurricular activities may confer important education and lifetime benefits upon students.  Weber School District encourages a variety of opportunities for all students to participate in such activities in meaningful ways; there is no constitutional right to participate in these types of activities and does not create such a right.  The Legislature and District further note that those who participate in student government and extracurricular activities including coaches and advisors become role models for others in the school and community.
It is of the utmost importance that those involved in student government, whether as officers or advisors, and those involved in competitive athletics and related activities, whether students or staff, comply with all state laws and school rules of behavior and conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting their positions and responsibilities. Extracurricular participants who do not abide by established community and school rules, laws and standards may lose their opportunity to represent their school in extracurricular activities.
        In addition, the State Legislation, State Board of Education, and Weber School Board prohibit the following:
*The use of foul, abusive or profane language;
*The use, possession or distribution of controlled substances or drug paraphernalia, and the use, possession of distribution of tobacco or alcoholic beverages contrary to law; and
*Hazing, demeaning or assaultive behavior.
        This piece of legislation (53A-11-908) makes clear that its prohibitions relate not only to students and District employees, but also all adult coaches, advisors and assistants.  It also requires all school employees who reasonably believe that there has been a violation of the above prohibitions to report the violation to the principal or District Athletic Director.  Failure to report by a person who holds a professional certificate constitutes an unprofessional practice under the statute.
        All advisors and coaches will need to review the requirements of the statute and pay particular attention to make sure the requirements are communicated to students and any volunteers or para-professionals who are not regular employees of the District.  The District will vigorously enforce the provisions of statute and Board policies adopted to enforce the statute.

Participation in inter-scholastic athletic competition comes with inherent risks. Students who participate in such activities assume these risks voluntarily.  Students are strongly encouraged to be covered by health and accident insurance that covers injuries sustained while traveling to and from inter-scholastic athletic events, during practice, or during an event.  Student injuries that occur as a result of participation in inter-scholastic athletic competition are NOT covered by a Weber School District’s insurance policy.  
By having your student participate in Weber School District inter-scholastic athletic competitions, you acknowledge your understanding that Weber School district will not cover student injuries inherent in such competitions. You further warrant and acknowledge and waive any right to assert a claim against Weber School district or Snowcrest Jr. High. for any medical, doctor, or hospital bills and expense resulting from injuries sustained by your student in the normal course of participation in inter-scholastic athletics.