School Activities

Sports and Field Trips

A school activity is deemed to be any event that is approved, organized, directed and controlled by any school board employee(s) who has the authority to do so. Often times misunderstandings occur when independent organizations are granted permission to conduct their activities on school premises. These are not considered school activities - please refer to the section on "Permit Holders".

Approval of school activities should always take into consideration the educational value and the injury risk factors associated with the activity.

Risk Management Recommendations:

1. Do not permit ineligible activities or any other activity with a high risk of injury.
2. Use Informed Consent forms that must be signed by parents.
3. Ensure activities are appropriate for age group and physical/mental abilities of the group.
4. Ensure that teachers and competent volunteers properly supervise all school activities.
5. Ensure students carry Student Accident Insurance and, if necessary, out-of-province medical insurance.