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4151 P1 New Interscholastic Athletics and Activities

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The Provo City School District values the role that interscholastic athletics and activities play in the development of students and seeks to provide opportunities for participation. When considering the addition of a new program that has been approved by the Utah High School Athletics Association the school will ensure that a quality program is provided. The following should be considered before any program is approved by the district.

1. Is the program sponsored by UHSAA?
2. Is the program covered by State Risk Management?
3. Is there a local competitive league available for participation?
4. Is there sufficient interest among the student body?
   • Has a survey of students been conducted?
5. Are there qualified coaches available?
6. Are there sufficient funds for equipment, stipends, etc.?
   • Does the school have start-up funds available? 
   • Does the school have a plan to ensure that all students have access? 
7. Are there facilities available and appropriate for competition? 
   • If not, will the district be required to build/modify new or existing facilities?
   • Does the proposed season fit within the overall calendar for the school, avoiding conflicts with other programs?
8. Will adequate supervision be provided for all events?
9. Will the new program provide an equal number of boys-to-girls offerings at the school?
10. Will the new program contribute to a proportionately equal number of boys and girls participating in all athletic programs at the school? 
11. Is there sufficient interest across other district schools to meet the Board’s goals for equity?

The school administration and Athletic Director shall work closely with the Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Schools to ensure that all criteria are met and a quality program is provided to students.

Policy

Policy No. 4151 Interscholastic Athletics and Activities