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RCHS Athletic Information 2017-18 School Year

Stay up to date with the athletic events and information for Rancho Cotate High School. Find out about the various sports offered, practice schedules, and graduation requirements.

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RCHS Athletic Information 2017-18 School Year

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  1. RCHS Athletic Information 2017-18 School Year

  2. The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor. Vince Lombardi

  3. Rancho Cotate Athletics FALL – Aug. 14WINTER – Nov. 6SPRING – Feb. 5 Cross Country Boys’ Soccer Baseball *Football Boys’ Basketball Softball CheerleadingCheerleadingBoys’ Lacrosse Girls’ GolfGirls’ Basketball Girls’ Lacrosse Girls’ TennisGirls’ Soccer Boys’ Golf Volleyball Boys’ Wrestling Boys’ Tennis Girls’ WrestlingSwimming/Diving Track/Field *Non Mandatory football starts July 24. Football practice starts August 7.

  4. Athletic Packets Athletic Packets must be turned in to Yvonne Murray (RCHS Front Office) after June 1st, 2017.  Athletes will be issued an athletic clearance within 24 hours.  Athletes can't try out or practice until they have given an athletic clearance to the coach of the team for which they are trying out. If you are unable to schedule an appointment with your regular physician, here are some local options. Santa Rosa Sports and Family Medicine A Chiropractic Community 1255 Dutton Avenue 6050 Commerce Blvd. Ste. 104 Santa Rosa, CA Rohnert Park, CA 707-546-9400 707-588-9640 Jewish Community Free Clinic 490 City Center Drive Rohnert Park, CA 707-585-7780

  5. RCHS Graduation Requirements

  6. University of California (UC) /California State University (CSU) SUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTSA-G List • All A-G approved classes are at the college preparatory level, or above. • All grades in A-G classes must be a C-, or above to meet eligibility criteria.

  7. The 23 Campus of the California State University System (CSU)

  8. CSU Eligibility • Completion of a minimum of 15 a-g courses with a grade of C- or above • Eligibility GPA is calculated using grades 10 -12 grades, HOWEVER all 9th grade a-g classes must be reported and have received a grade of C- or better • SAT or ACT if student’s GPA is below a 3.0 or if s/he is applying to an impacted campus - Can combine best reading and math scores from multiple sittings of SAT; may combine best sub scores from multiple ACT tests to calculate a best composite

  9. The 10 Campuses of the University of California (UC) System

  10. UC Eligibility • Completion of a minimum of 15 a-g courses with a grade of C- or above • Eligibility GPA is calculated using grades 10 -12 grades, HOWEVER all 9th grade a-g classes must be reported and have received a grade of C- or better • SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT plus Writing is required • UC uses the highest combined score from a single setting of the ACT plus Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test. Some campuses may recommend SAT Subject Tests for specific majors.

  11. Useful Websites for College Planning www.ranchocotate.org– this is our school website. You will find an electronic copy of the Cougar Tracks guide which has information regarding graduation requirements/4 year planning/university entrance requirements. www.cccco.edu – a website dedicated to the 112 community/junior colleges in California. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions. www.collegeboard.org – this site provides information on all colleges. You will be able to search for information on any college or university on this site, and learn about/prepare for the SAT. www.universityofcalifornia.edu– this site provides information including admissions, program offerings & facilities, for any of the 10 UC campus locations. www.csumentor.org - this site provides an electronic planning guide for students to keep them on track for meeting college entrance requirements, students can explore different CSU campuses, learn about financial aid, and even apply to college on-line. www.calstate.edu – this site provides information including admissions, program offerings & facilities, for any of the 23 CSU campus locations. www.santarosa.edu - this site provides information including admissions, program offerings & facilities for Santa Rosa Junior College. For Career resources, search under “Career Technical” colleges, training, certificates, etc.

  12. NCAA Eligibility Center Quick Reference Guide • Division I • 16 core classes • 4 years of English • 3 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 or higher) • 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school) • 1 year of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science • 2 years of social science • 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy) • Division II • 16 Core Classes • 3 years of English • 2 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 or higher) • 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school) • 3 years of additional English, mathematics, or natural/physical science • 2 years of social science • 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)

  13. Grade 9: Plan You should start planning now by working hard to earn the best grades possible.  Ask your counselor for a list of your school’s NCAA core courses to make sure you are taking NCAA-approved courses.  Your school’s list of NCAA courses can be found at eligibilitycenter.org.

  14. What Is A Core Course? A course that qualifies for high school graduation in one or more of the following: English, mathematics, natural or physical science, social science, foreign language or comparative religion or philosophy;  Is considered four-year college preparatory;  Is taught at or above the high school’s regular academic level;  For mathematics courses, is at the level of Algebra I or higher; and  Is taught by a qualified instructor.

  15. What are Nontraditional Courses? Courses taught through:  The Internet (online or virtual);  Distance learning;  Independent study;  Individualized instruction;  Correspondence;  Computer software programs; or  Other similar means.

  16. Impact Baseline Testing • Records how your un-injured brain performs • Used by the sports medicine team to know when its safe to return a student/athlete to play after a concussion. • Currently used by professional and university sports teams across the nation.

  17. The Impact test contains 3 parts: • Sports and health history • Current symptoms and condition • Cognitive testing The Impact test takes approximately 30 minutes to complete

  18. Rancho Cotate Athletic Contribution The RCHS Athletic Department is requesting that every athlete at Rancho Cotate High School make a $150 athletic contribution to help run the athletic department. Here is a breakdown of the expenditures. *CIF Dues *Substitutes for Coaches/Athletic Director *North Coast Section Dues *Football Officials *North Bay League Dues *Volleyball Officials *Swimming Pool Rental *Soccer Officials *Athletic Event Medical Coverage *Basketball Officials *Athletic Storage *Baseball Officials *Misc. Athletic Equipment Costs *Softball Officials *Custodial Overtime Costs *Wrestling Official *Ticket Sellers/Takersat various athletic events #Lacrosse Official *Announcers, Scorekeepers and Timekeepers at various athletic events

  19. Important Websites NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER http://www.eligibilitycenter.org RCHS Cougar Athletic Boosters http://www.rchscougarboosters.com/ North Bay League website http://www.northbayleague.com/ North Coast Section website http://www.cifncs.org/ CIF website http://www.cifstate.org/ Press Democrat http://www.pdpreps.com/ Rancho Cotate Athletic Rosters/Schedules http://www.maxpreps.com/high-schools/lAnRPhOt3kigv43bEt0SDA/rancho-cotate-cougars/home.htm

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