Athlete Information

Summary of BVSD Athletic Code of Conduct

BVSD maintains a strict policy on student athlete violations of the alcohol, drug, vape, and tobacco policy. The sanctions are cumulative over a three-year period and apply to in-and off-season conduct. More information can be found on the BVSD Athletic Code of Conduct Website.

• The first violation is accompanied by the suspension of participation in 20% of the contests during the season at the highest level an athlete plays. 
• The second violation is accompanied by the suspension of participation in 50% of the contests. The suspension may carry into another sport season.
• The third violation results in the suspension of all athletic contests for an entire 12-month period.  An athlete may petition the Athletic Director if they have participated in a pre-approved rehabilitation or treatment program.

Boulder High School Fan Code of Conduct

• Remember that you are at a contest to support and cheer for your Boulder Panthers and to enjoy the skill and competition; not to intimidate or ridicule the other team and its fans.
• Remember that school athletics are learning experiences for students and they may make mistakes. Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes and as people as you would praise a student working in the classroom.
• A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not a license to verbally assault others and be generally obnoxious.
• Learn the rules of the game, so that you may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place.
• Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups. Treat them as you would treat a guest in your own home.
• Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student/athlete, and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.
• Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play by either team.
• Refrain from the use of any controlled substances (alcohol, vape, drugs, etc.) before and during games, and afterwards on or near the site of the event (i.e., tailgating.)
• Use only those cheers that support and uplift the teams involved.
• Recognize and complement the efforts of school and league administrators for their efforts in emphasizing the benefits of educational athletics and the rule of GOOD SPORTING BEHAVIOR to that end.
• Be a positive role model through your own actions and by censuring those around you at events whose behavior is unbecoming.

Just by attending an event in which Boulder High School students are involved you agree to adhere to the conduct guidelines as listed above. Fans who violate the BOULDER HIGH SCHOOL FAN CODE OF CONDUCT listed above, may be removed from the event and further discipline consequences might occur.  The additional consequences may include not being permitted to attend other extracurricular events for up to the remainder of the school year.

“WE CHEER FOR OUR TEAM, NOT AGAINST OUR OPPONENTS”

Athletic Participation

Participation in interscholastic activities as a part of Boulder High’s educational program is a privilege, not a right.  To participate, students are required to meet standards of personal behavior and academic performance.  In this regard, the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) and its members may exercise the fullest discretion permitted under the law.  Please refer to the CHSAA Bylaws & Handbook and the BHS Athletic Director for specific clarification in areas of athletic discipline code, age, semester, practices and transfer rules.

Additional CHSSA Information

• CHSSA Website: http://www2.chsaa.org/
• CHSSA Calendar: https://chsaanow.com/tools/calendars/
• CHSSA Bylaws & Handbook: https://chsaanow.com/tools/bylaws/

Athletic Eligibility

Weekly eligibility will be determined by the following process:

• A student must not have more than one F grade by noon on Friday to play Monday through Saturday on the following. 
• If a student has more than one F grade after noon on Friday  they will be ineligible to play the following even if they no longer have two or more F grades during the week.

Academic Sanctions Relating to Athletic Eligibility

Rules to remember in order for students to participate in any athletic program:

• Every athlete must complete the registration information prior to practicing.  This is available on the BHS Athletic Website at https://boh.bvsd.org/athletics
• To be academically eligible an athlete must take a minimum of 5 classes (25 credits) and have taken a minimum of 5 classes the prior semester while having failed no more than one of those classes.  An athlete must remain registered for a minimum of 5 classes throughout the semester. Dropping classes and taking less than 5 classes may affect eligibility.
• For eligibility purposes, a WF (Withdraw/Fail) counts the same as an F as required by Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA)
• Boulder High School is a member of CHSAA and has agreed to follow its rules.  The complete rules are found in the CHSAA Bylaws & Handbook, which is available online or from the BHS athletic director and coaches.
• Athletic eligibility may be regained on dates assigned by CHSAA if the student is enrolled in 5 classes and is failing no more than one class (5 credits). This date is approximately nine weeks into the semester.