Athletics and Activities

Welcome to the Douglas County School District’s activity and athletic programs. We hope this information will be beneficial to you and will help to ensure a positive experience. Please check with your school for a copy of the Student and Parent High School Handbook.

In Douglas County, we support the physical, mental, ethical and emotional well being of our students. Additionally, our programs promote the proper ideals of sportsmanship, leadership and fair play.

Contact Information
David Callan	Director of Athletics, Activities and Student Leadership	303-387-0092
Ann Orcutt	Secretary	303-387-0095
Denise Ruthenbeck	Department Bookkeeper	303-387-0168

Interscholastic Activities Mission Statement
Participation in interscholastic activities and athletics is an integral component of academic achievement and the Douglas County School District’s Core Values.

Athletics Calendars

High School CHSAA Calendar 2009-2010 Doc Size: 27.06 KB

Middle School Calendar 2009-2010 Doc Size: 34.01 KB

Stadium Schedules

Burt.com Fall 2009 Stadium Schedule Doc Size: 24.31 KB

Shea Stadium Fall 2009 Schedule Doc Size: 25.12 KB

Athletic Information and Forms

High School Student Parent Handbook 09-10 Doc Size: 931.41 KB

High School Athletics Information Doc Size: 18.48 KB

Middle School Athletics Information Doc Size: 14.92 KB

High School Athletic Sports Medicine 2009-2010 Doc Size: 26.12 KB

Athletics for Non-DCSD, Online or Homeschooled Students Doc Size: 33.98 KB

High School Athletic/Activity Medical Information Form Doc Size: 114.64 KB

High School Interscholastic Participant Form Doc Size: 33.77 KB

Middle School Interscholastic Participant Form Doc Size: 29.58 KB

Emergency Information Card Doc Size: 14.58 KB

High School Training Rules/Advisement and Permit Doc Size: 36.66 KB

Athletic Registration

All athletes, prior to participating in camps and practices must complete the registration process at their middle or high school (athletic form, physical form, athletic registration fee). The registration process is also to determine a student’s eligibility.

General Activity Procedures

Activity programs in the high schools contribute to the development of leadership, talent and creativity of the individual participant in an equitable and fair manner to produce an experience in secondary education that is valuable and fair. The general eligibility rules of the CHSAA shall apply to students participating in the following:

Spirit (Cheerleaders/Poms)
Vocal Music
Marching Band
All-State Orchestra
All-State Choirs
All-State Band
Speech/Debate
Student Council

Each high school may establish their own guidelines to govern their activities beyond the CHSAA Bylaws. Check with your school’s activities administrator for any clarification.

Douglas County Schools Website Information

To visit your school’s website, look for the listing on the left hand side of this page, “Our Schools”. Select the school level, find your school, and look for the link to the school’s website home page.

Lettering Policies

Students may earn academic, activity and athletic letters. Each high school and their programs have developed specific guidelines. Check with your school to understand the process and procedure to earn a letter.

League and Association Affiliation

All Douglas County high schools are members of the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA, www.chsaa.org) and are bound to all rules and regulations required of CHSAA and the school league. Castle View is a member of the Colorado Springs Metro League. Legend High School is a member of the Pioneer League. Chaparral, Douglas County, Highlands Ranch, Mountain Vista, Ponderosa, Rock Canyon and ThunderRidge are members of the Continental League.

Douglas County High Schools and District Stadiums Doc Size: 21.90 KB

Information and Directions

Douglas County Middle Schools and District Stadiums Doc Size: 22.59 KB

Information and Directions

For directions/maps to athletic facilities, visit the CHSAA website

Inclement Weather Policies

When school is closed for the entire day because of inclement weather, all practices, and evening activities will be canceled.

When school is in session and there is inclement weather, school district security will make the decision if and when to cancel after school activities. The decision will be based on the safe transportation of students from schools to homes. This decision will be made at approximately 1:00p.m. and will be made on a feeder basis.

If the evening activity requires students to be transported to another school, the Director of Transportation will make the decision whether it is safe to transport students. If, in the Director’s opinion, it is unsafe to transport students to the event, the event will be cancelled. Coaches and parents are not allowed to transport students in private vehicles if it is not safe to transport students by school bus.

Contact the coach regarding last-minute schedule changes.

Ticket Prices

The Colorado High School Activities Association and the Continental League regulate cost of admission to athletic events. Regular admission prices are as follows:

Adults - $5.00
Students -$3.00
Sr. Citizens - $3.00
Preschoolers – Free

Student Driving

Bus transportation will be provided for most athletic contests and students are expected to ride the bus unless they are with their parents or guardian. Students are allowed to drive to athletic contests if leaving from their home. If a student is departing from school to an event, A “Parent Authorization for Student to Drive Privately Owned Vehicle Form” must be signed by the student, the parent, and the Athletic Director.

Unified Sports

Unified sports were developed to promote athletic participation for special needs students. Each team is comprised of players (special needs students) and partners (general education students). Players and partners work together to compete against other unified teams. Only players can score for their team. Partners assist with direct play, and help players to score if needed. Unified sports are club sports, and are supported by fundraising and donations. Please contact each high school’s main office to learn more about participation in unified sports.

Information for DCSD Coaches and Employees

Game Admittance for Employees

The Douglas County School District employee photo I.D. allows for an employee and one guest to gain free admittance to regular season Douglas County School District athletic events. For games expected to sell out, district employees may need to bring their I.D.s to the home school in order to pick up tickets in advance. Admittance to CHSAA playoff games will require a paid ticket. Please contact the home high school for information.