In the Middle School students have many opportunities to participate in sports, such as cross-country, basketball, soccer, track and field, wrestling, and lacrosse. Some of these teams may be at the sandlot level, some at middle school level, and some at junior varsity level. Before a student may begin practicing for any sport the proper physical examination form (available at wwww.vhsl.org) must be completed and submitted to the Athletic Director along with the proper fee. The program of athletic activities is coordinated by the Athletic Director who works with the coaches, managers, and student athletes to develop individual athletic abilities, team competitiveness, and school spirit. All student athletes, parents, and coaches will be issued an Athletic Handbook that outlines the policies and procedures of the athletic program. A signed Athletic Agreement and signed Parental Acknowledgment must be on file before students may participate in an athletic activity.

Academic Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities

These guidelines apply to students in grades 6 and 7. Activities governed by these guidelines include student government offices and middle and junior varsity sports. Students become ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities if they fail any subject.

Period of Ineligibility

Students become ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities if they fail any subject. The period of ineligibility begins on the day that report cards are issued. A student may regain eligibility at the mid-point of the quarter provided that the student has earned a minimum of a 77 for the current quarter in the subject(s) that the student had previously failed and that no other grades have fallen below a 70 for the current quarter. Mid-point eligibility is regained on the day that the interim reports are issued. Otherwise, eligibility may be regained on the day that report cards for the next quarter are issued. Eligibility at the beginning of a school year requires a final passing grade in each course taken during the previous year.

Additional Requirements for Sports Participation

All athletes are expected to be at school and on time and have good attendance records. See Athletic Handbook.