2026-2027 Parent Handbook - Flipbook - Page 54
Athletic Policies & Procedures
Parents should never confront coaches or officials during or immediately following competitions. All
communication must remain respectful and consistent with the school's Parent Code of Conduct.
Spectator & Guest Responsibility
Parents are responsible for the conduct of any family members, friends, or other guests they bring to
athletic events. All spectators must comply with school policies and behavioral expectations, whether an
event takes place on Carden's campus or at another school or athletic facility. Parents are expected to
ensure that their guests understand and follow the school's sportsmanship standards. The school reserves
the right to address inappropriate behavior by any spectator, regardless of whether the individual is a parent
or legal guardian of a Carden student. Behavioral expectations and consequences are further detailed
throughout this Parent Handbook. It is the responsibility of parents, spectators, and guests to know and
follow all applicable school policies.
Violations of the Parent Code of Conduct
Behavior that disrupts an athletic event, undermines school personnel, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or
inappropriate environment will not be tolerated. Failure to comply with the Parent Code of Conduct may
result in disciplinary action, including:
Immediate removal from an athletic practice, competition, or school-sponsored event.
Temporary suspension from attending future athletic contests.
First Ejection: A parent ejected from an athletic contest will be prohibited from attending the next two
contests in which their child participates.
Second Ejection: A second ejection may result in more severe consequences, including an extended
suspension or permanent ban from attending school athletic events.
Additional restrictions on campus access, event attendance, or communication with school personnel, as
determined by school administration.
Depending on the severity of the incident, the school may impose additional or more immediate
consequences without a prior warning or ejection. All athletic participants, parents, and guests remain
subject to the broader behavioral expectations and disciplinary policies outlined in this Parent Handbook.
Carden Conejo School reserves the right to take appropriate action to protect the safety, well-being, and
positive experience of its students and school community.
Athletic Safety & Medical Requirements
Carden Conejo School is committed to providing a safe, appropriately supervised environment for all
student-athletes. However, participation in interscholastic athletics inherently involves physical risks.
These risks may include injuries resulting from physical contact, running, jumping, diving, sliding, falling, or
interacting with athletic equipment. Potential injuries range from minor sprains and strains to serious
injuries, including head, neck, or spinal injuries; damage to muscles, bones, or internal organs; sensory
impairment; permanent disability; paralysis; or, in rare circumstances, death. Families should understand and
acknowledge these inherent risks when deciding whether their child will participate in athletics.
Medical Clearance & Injuries
Student-athletes must complete a pre-participation physical examination conducted by a qualified physician
and receive medical clearance before participating in athletics. Parents are responsible for notifying the
coach or Athletic Department of any injury, illness, or medical condition that could affect their child's ability
to participate safely. Following an injury or illness, Carden Conejo School may require additional medical
clearance before a student returns to practices or competitions. The school, in consultation with appropriate
medical professionals, reserves the right to restrict athletic participation when concerns arise regarding a
student's medical readiness. Parents and student-athletes are expected to follow all medical restrictions and
return-to-play instructions. Students may not participate in athletic activities while medically restricted,
even if they feel capable of doing so.
