CAA CAA Student-Athlete Welfare and Support Services

Question 1

Which federal law requires schools to provide equal athletic opportunities for male and female students?

Accepted Answer

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Answer

The Amateur Sports Act

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The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act

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The Student Athlete Right-to-Know Act

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a student-athlete handbook in a high school athletic program?

Accepted Answer

To communicate expectations, policies, and procedures to athletes and families

Answer

To outline coaching salaries

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To document game statistics

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To record injury histories

Question 3

An athletic administrator should ensure that student-athletes with disabilities receive accommodations under which federal law?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

FERPA

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COBRA

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HIPAA

Question 4

Which resource is MOST important for addressing a student-athlete's academic performance concerns?

Accepted Answer

Collaboration with academic counselors and teachers

Answer

Team captain mentorship

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Extended practice time

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Parent-only conferences

Question 5

What does the term 'student-athlete welfare' primarily encompass?

Accepted Answer

Physical, emotional, academic, and social well-being of athletes

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Game scheduling and team travel only

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Equipment procurement and uniform management

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Fundraising and booster club relations

Question 6

A student-athlete discloses signs of depression to a coach. What should the athletic administrator do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Refer the student to the school counselor or mental health professional immediately

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Suspend the athlete from competition until cleared

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Notify the athletic director only

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Document the incident and monitor performance