Athletic Information

Please the VBCPS Middle School Sports page to find the Virginia Beach Middle School League Manual (VBMSL).

• Students must have passed 5 classes for the 1st semester.
• Students must have a 2.0 GPA for the 1st semester.
• Waivers are only available for the 2.0 GPA requirement, not the 5 passed classes requirement.
• Waivers may be used one time during middle school years.

• VBCPS is a supplemental insurance to your current provider
• Notify the coach immediately if an athlete is being seen by a doctor or emergency room due to an accident during practice or game
• Claim forms may be issued by the SAC/Trainer.
• Treatment for any injury must be received, and the claim form filed within 90 days of the date of the injury.
• Plan provides 70% of Usual & Customary coverage
• The deductible is $100 per injury.
• More info can be found in the Athletic Manual (pages 11-16)

The following are required of all parent/spectators:

1. Realize you represent LKMS, so encourage through positive behavior
2. Being a good sport is more important than victory
3. Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.
4. Be a “team fan” as well as a “my kid” fan.
5. Remember that a ticket to a school athletic event is a privilege to observe the contest.
6. Treat visiting teams and officials as guests
7. No coaching from the sideline. Let the coach “coach”.
8. Respect the judgment and integrity of officials, realizing that their decisions are based upon game conditions.
9. Bottom line - be a positive role model

• Appropriate concerns to discuss with the coach include issues of mental and physical well being, strategies for improving individual performance, and issues of behavior.
• Issues not appropriate for a parent to discuss with the coaches include playing time, starting positions, team strategy, play calling, and other athletes.
• Listen carefully to their coaching philosophy today and how they will play team members.
• It is never ok to approach a coach after practice or competition to discuss any of the above. Please refrain and contact according their policies.

For up to date information about schedules and results, please visit the VBCPS Middle School Sports page.

• Any student receiving OSS will automatically be removed from the team.
• After the 1st ISS, the student will not start the next competition, nor will they practice/play the day of suspension.
• After the 2nd ISS, the team member will be removed
• Games begin at 5:30 PM. Please know what time to pick up your child after the games.
• We will provide transportation to away games.
• We ask that you allow your child to ride the bus back to LKMS from away sites.
• Only a parent/guardian may take a child from an away site.
• Cancellations of games and practices will be made after 2 PM. Please refrain from calling after the first rain drop/snow flake.
• There are few dates for make ups, so if at all possible we will play.
• Be sure you sign up for Remind 101 or whatever else the coach is using for communication
• Uniforms are the responsibility of team members as soon as they take possession. Please help ensure we receive them back in the same condition they were issued.
• Transfer rule: 6 or 8 games/matches
• Students are eligible for 6 semesters, which begins when they enter 6th grade for the first time.
• Cell phones must be put in lockers as soon as students enter school. Don’t let this be an ISS.
• $250 fine for giving false information regarding where you live.
• Be positive when using social media (page 8 & 9).

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• It is the #1 cause of death for student athletes
• Majority of the conditions are inherited, be aware of your family history.
• If a students exhibits signs/symptoms they will be removed from practice/play and may not return until they see a doctor and return with a note releasing them.
• Please read over and become familiar with the signs/symptoms as well as go over with your child.

• These guidelines and activity restrictions are for any and all physical activity to include but not be limited to Physical Education Classes, Rec. games and practices, club sports - games and practices.
• Rules are in place to protect the student athlete
• As a parent help the student/athlete take time to get better
• Your support as parents is vital to the success of the program and safety of the students

CHKD Athletic Trainer: Lauren Crockett

• Lauren is at Larkspur every day for practice and games
• Inhalers/Epi Pens must be kept in the first aid kit, along with the self carry/self medicate form.
• If your child is seen by a doctor for an injury or illness they must have a note to return to play.
• Contact Lauren at lauren.crockett@chkd.org or 757.403.2825

Team Members

• Must communicate problems and concerns with coaches and Lauren
• They must follow her directions for injury.
• She will communicate with you if something happens at practice and/or a game.

• Please be sure to fill out the Parent Statement of Understanding form. This is a must do!
• Complete Emergency Card
• Look forward to meeting you and LKMS having a successful 9 weeks!
• Fidgety Fan – online store orders, look for flyer sent home
• Contact Julie Spurgeon at 757.648.4821 or julie.spurgeon@vbschools.com