FAQ's
VHSL Season Schedules:
Here are the season dates shared in the VHSL’s Model 3 Condensed Schedule plan.
Season
1 - Winter Sports: Dec. 14 – Feb. 20 (First Contest – Dec. 28)
2 - Fall Sports: Feb. 15 – May 1 (First Contest – Mar. 1)
3 - Spring Sports: Apr. 12 – Jun. 26 (First Contest – Apr. 26)
VHSL Activities: Same as ‘normal’ (Exception: Class 1-4 Theatre moves to Spring)
Once we get more guidance from the VHSL, the Northwestern District and Region AD’s will diligently work together to create a game schedule within the parameters of the VHSL, CCPS and individual school districts. Some school divisions may be in various stages of reopening, and transportation parameters and travel permissions could vary among school divisions.
Playoffs/Postseason/Tournaments:
By early September, the VHSL will present a plan, after which Athletic Directors will create a postseason qualification model and begin the scheduling process. Be aware this may not be the same playoff/tournament system we’ve experienced in the past. It is the general consensus around the state that the focus of the season will be to provide maximum playing opportunities as opposed to eliminating teams in playoffs. However, there may be a system that can be both inclusive and still create a ‘culminating’ event. The VHSL is meeting with Regions statewide as well as holding Coach Advisory Committee meetings in many sports to solicit feedback.
Out-of-Season Practices/Conditioning:
Sports Conditioning Schedules -The following THREE steps must be completed by all student-athletes and band members PRIOR to attending the FIRST workout session.
- All parents, student-athletes, and band participants must visit https://culpeperathletics.com/ to read the “CCPS Coronavirus Mitigation Plan” and must electronically sign or print and sign the “Assumption of Risk” document at the end of the "Mitigation Plan" prior to or on Day One.
- Student-athletes must have a current VHSL physical form dated after May 1, 2020, in order to participate. (2020-2021 VHSL Physical Form)
- Parents, student-athletes, and band participants must complete the “Daily Health Screening Chart” PRIOR to EACH workout session. Coaches will have these on-site but can also be obtained through the COVID Checklist link.
How can teams stay engaged virtually?
Coaches have been encouraged to stay engaged with our student-athletes. Some coaches may suggest/offer a training program – provided it is very clear that participation in the training program is optional and NOT a requirement or prerequisite for tryouts. Organizing team Zoom meetings, providing at-home workouts for students, sharing e-mail updates with students/parents, and/or utilizing social media to keep students connected are all possible ways for coaches and students/parents to stay connected.
Academics - Overview and VHSL Eligibility:
Covid has made for some different school structuring. Your student has options, one which is being a blended student which would have that student go to school in person two days and do 3 days remote learning. You also have the option to do 100% remote for a 9 week period. Student Athletes must be enrolled in CCHS courses to be eligible. The Fall semester runs from August 24 through January 20. The Spring semester runs from January 20 to June 3rd (the last day of school). Please contact your school counselor for specific questions regarding schedules.
For athletic eligibility for the first semester, students must have passed 5 credits for the 2020-21 school year. If a student still has an “Incomplete” from last spring in any of their classes, these classes do not count towards the five credits minimum needed to participate in sports. Students in this situation will need to work with their grade-level administrator and school counselor to make up the work from last spring before they are eligible if they did not pass 5 credits.
For athletic eligibility for the second semester, students must be enrolled this Fall 2020 (1st semester) in a minimum of 3 classes for credit and must pass 3 of the 4 classes to be eligible the following semester (2nd semester). Also, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 3 classes for credit during the second semester to participate.
College Athletics Opportunities:
College athletic departments are facing similar challenges to our high schools and understand the significance of the changes to the athletics schedules. Students, in any grade, with interest in competing in athletics at the collegiate level should inform their school counselor and head coach as soon as possible.
CLICK HERE for the NCAA Eligibility Center for detailed information on collegiate athletics requirements.
CLICK HERE for more information on the College Athletics Recruiting process.
Private/Independence School Transfer Students for Spring Sports:
For any questions involving a transfer and the effect(s) on VHSL Eligibility, please contact Athletic Director Daniel E. Nobbs . I will assist with guidance on VHSL eligibility rules for students leaving or planning to enter Culpeper High School.
What is the status of VHSL Athletics/Activities for this year?
The Executive Committee of the VHSL voted 34-1 on July 27 to adopt a calendar where all three sport seasons would, essentially, be played in 2021. The winter sports season will be from Dec. 14-Feb. 20, the fall sports season will be from Feb. 15-May 1, and the spring sports season will be from Apr. 12-Jun. 26. VHSL Activities will be on a similar schedule to previous years with the exception of VHSL Theatre, which moves to the spring season. Further details regarding schedules, post-season play, overlapping seasons, etc. should be available by early September. We'll provide updates here and on social media (Twitter @CCPSCCHS, Facebook '') as we are able.
Will students be able to play multiple sports with the overlap in seasons?
Absolutely! The overlap in seasons under the VHSL's Model 3 isn't much different than the overlap in previous years, with the playoff season from fall & winter has traditionally overlapped with the tryouts/pre-season practice season for winter & spring. The difference is, with the switching in the order of the winter and fall seasons, it switches which seasons overlap with each other. The process remains the same, all students will be afforded the opportunity to try out for any subsequent sport following the conclusion of a previous sport season. Any questions or concerns regarding this should be shared with the Athletic Director (Daniel E. Nobbs, ).
What if I have questions that aren't answered here?
Please feel free to reach out to the Head Coach for sport-specific questions and the Athletic Director (Daniel E. Nobbs at ) for any non-sport specific questions.
Is the school hosting discount physicals?
Typically, we offer discount physicals one afternoon in late May each school year. Due to the current limitations on indoor gatherings and physical distancing, we are unable to offer at-school sports physicals this year.
How do I turn my physical?
Physicals can be sent by e-mail to at any time. You could drop it off at the main office from 7:00-3:30pm. You could also take it to your Coach or the school Athletic Trainer. Please make sure all physicals are completely filled out before turning it in. An incomplete physical can prevent you from participating.
What District Region is Culpeper High School in?
Culpeper County High School is currently (2020-2021) in the Northwestern District in Region 4C, the 2021-2022 Season Culpeper County High School will be entering the Battlefield District in Region