Dr. Chris at Kingsbury Chiropractic does quick sports physical appointments for 40$

PLEASE NOTE:  Students must bring all the new NIAA blank forms with you, they do not have any of the new forms.
Location: 276 Kingsbury Grade Rd #1050 
Phone: (775) 580-7833

View the Presentation Video on Drug, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Random Drug Testing.
Students & parents must complete 3 pages of forms available from your Co-Curricular sponsor.

Should you have any additional questions, please contact Pam Armstrong

The Douglas County School District along with the NIAA has adopted the alcohol, tobacco and other drug possession, use and abuse policy in cooperation with the Nevada Juvenile Justice Programs Office and the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association. We feel this program is one of sound education components for pre-participation and also for first and second violations. We want to insure that all student athletes remain free from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs during their high school years.

Please understand that participation in high school athletics is a privilege, not a right, and that underage drinking and use of controlled substances is against the law. It is against the law to sell tobacco to people under the age of 18 and usage is against school policy. Substances abuse negatively impacts athletic and academic performance, and research indicates that early onset of alcohol use increases the occurrence of addiction in adulthood four times. Alcohol, tobacco and other drug use interfere in learning processes and brain development and increase the chance of physical injury while participating in athletic activities. Due to these risks, and in addition to the laws of the State of Nevada, the NIAA requires athletes and parents to view the Power Point presentation and adhere to the policy that will be presented at the conclusion of the presentation.

Pursuant to Board Policy 544, the Board recognizes that use of alcohol and illicit drugs by Douglas County School District students is a serious concern. Drugs and alcohol are a significant barrier to learning, they compromise school safety and they may have devastating short and long term effects on the health and welfare of students. A program of deterrence will be instituted as a proactive approach to a drug free school. The purpose of this program is to achieve four goals:

1. Deter students from initiating drug use
2. Confidentially identify students who have started using drugs or alcohol so that parents and professionals can intervene early;
3. Help students who have a dependency on drugs or alcohol, so that they can be referred to drug treatment or counseling services; and
4. Promote a safer, healthier school learning environment.

DCSD students who wish to participate in co-curricular and/or athletic activities are required to submit to random, suspicionless testing of their urine to determine the presence of illicit drugs, alcohol, and other banned substances. In addition, parents and legal guardians of students in schools with random student drug and alcohol testing programs in grades 9 – 12 will also have the option to voluntarily permit their child to participate in the testing program even if their child is NOT in any co-curricular or extracurricular activities.

This Policy is designed to create a safe, drug-free learning environment for students and assist them in getting help when needed. No student will be penalized academically for testing positive for illegal drugs, alcohol or other banned substances. The results of tests conducted pursuant to this policy will not be documented in any student’s academic records. Information regarding the results of tests will not be disclosed to criminal or juvenile authorities absent legal compulsion by valid and binding subpoena or other legal process, which the District administration will not solicit. In the event of service of any such subpoena or legal process, the student and the student’s custodial parent or legal guardian will be notified at least 72 hours before response is made by the District to the extent permitted by such subpoena or legal process.

1. SUPPORTING INFORMATION
   a. Random, suspicionless urine testing of students in public schools is legally permissible as determined by the United States Supreme Court in the cases of Vernonia School District 47J (Oregon) v. Wayne and Acton and Pottawatomie v. Earls.
2. ILLICIT OR BANNED SUBSTANCES
   For purposes of this Policy, the following drug classes, substances or their metabolites for which urine testing is appropriate are considered illicit or banned for ingestion or use by Douglas County School District students:

Reference: NRS 392.466 
 

We must all work together to support the efforts of our athletes.

As spectators we represent our school just as members of the team do. Thank you for demonstrating your Warrior Pride by being a positive influence on our athletes, coaches, officials, and fans. We will do all we can to provide a positive experience for your athlete. To support this experience, we have found it essential to establish open lines of communication between athletes, coaches, parents, and school staff. This allows for quick resolution to questions and concerns before they become issues.

1. Provide positive support, care, and encouragement to your student athlete and his/her team.
2. Demonstrate respect and sportsmanship toward the visiting team, their coaches, officials, and their fans.
3. Allow the coach to be responsible for your athlete during practice, games, and team related activities.
4. Realize that athletics are part of educational and life experiences, and the benefits of involvement go beyond individual accomplishments and the final score of a game.
5. Demonstrate dignity under all circumstances. Be a fan ... Not a fanatic! The leadership role you take in sportsmanship will help influence your athlete, and our community, for years to come.
6. Abide by and support any rules, guidelines or policies of Whittell High School, Douglas County District, and the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA)

Per Douglas County School Board Administrative Regulation No. 216, coaches are expected to have mandatory two-day tryouts where students compete for available positions based on established, written, criteria in the event student participation is limited. The decision of the coach in choosing the team is final.

Communication with Parents

• Coaching Philosophy
• Expectations the Coach has for your athlete.
• Locations and times of practices and contests. (Note: Coaches may run closed practice sessions as they deem necessary.)
• Team rules / requirements.
• Player code of conduct and consequences for not following these guidelines.
• Notification in the event your athlete is injured.
• Requirements for earning varsity letters, numbers, and pins.
• Responsibility for unreturned or lost equipment.

Communication with Coaches

• Notification of any schedule conflicts well in advance.
• The treatment of your athlete, physically and mentally
• Ways/methods to help your athlete improve
• Clarification about the expectations of your athlete
• Information about the health and well-being of your athlete or concerns about your athlete's behavior

Inappropriate Communication

• Playing time
• Team Strategy
• Play calling
• Matters concerning other students/athletes

WHS offers athletes and parents the opportunity to provide feedback on our sports programs. At the conclusion of each sport, season surveys will be made available and we greatly appreciate your honest and constructive feedback.

• Be positive! Let your athlete know that being a part of the team is a great accomplishment.
• Encourage your athlete to work hard and do their best.
• Teach respect for authority; this includes coaches, officials, and other adults.
• Encourage your athlete to follow the team, school, and NIAA rules.
• Make academics their priority.
• Be there for your athlete when support is needed.

Make sure your student athlete is in class on the day before a game for at least 3 periods in a 6 period day or he/she will not be allowed to play. This applies for Thursday school attendance in regards to a Saturday game/activity.

• Your son/daughter should first talk with the coach about his/her questions or concerns.
• Please do not approach the coach before, during or after a contest or practice. Contact the coach to set up an appointment.

1. Coach
2. Head Coach
3. Athletic Director
4. Assistant Principal
5. Principal