PSAA is about fostering an environment for student-athletes to pursue excellence in both academics and athletics. All PSD students are expected to adhere to the school division expectations, as outlined in the Role of the Student guidelines. As a member of the PSAA, it is important to recognize that within this Program of Choice, the expectations are that all student-athletes must adhere to these expectations to remain active in the sport academy. Should issues arise with the student-athlete, the following procedures will be implemented:
PSAA Student Athlete Probationary Procedure
Step 1. Meeting with student-athlete, the family, the coaches and PSAA staff. Expectations to be addressed and plans to be implemented to ensure student-athlete can address the area(s) of concern. A review meeting will be set up (ideally) 2-3 weeks following to monitor progress.
Step 2. In the event Step 1 was unsuccessful in addressing and remedying the area(s) of concern, the student-athlete will receive a probation warning. This warning will outline the next steps needed to avoid a (temporary) removal from their sport of choice.
Step 3. In the event Step 2 was unsuccessful in addressing the student-athlete area(s) of concern, the student-athlete will be removed from their sport for a period of one month. The student remains fully enrolled in all academic courses and will attend a designated work area (AAC) at the school during their normally scheduled sport block. Parents will be refunded their fees for the month.
In the event that Step 3 is enacted, a formal meeting will be scheduled with the student, the family, sport partners/coaches and PSAA staff to consider the readiness for reinstatement.