6145.2 — Athletic Competition (BP)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This policy, last revised September 9, 2025, establishes guidelines for Reed Union School District's athletic programs. Key requirements include: (1) No fees - families cannot be charged for participation, uniforms, equipment, or lockers; (2) Equal opportunities - athletics must be gender-equal and students participate according to their gender identity; (3) Safety protocols - coaches must have required training, emergency action plans must be in place, and injured students must be immediately removed from play; (4) No discriminatory names - Native American mascots/team names are prohibited; (5) Good sportsmanship - students, coaches, and spectators must demonstrate ethical conduct. The policy emphasizes that athletics are an integral part of education, promoting physical, social, and emotional development while maintaining high safety standards.
What this means for your family
Your child cannot be charged any fees to play sports - no costs for uniforms, equipment, or lockers. Students can participate in sports consistent with their gender identity. Parents must be immediately notified if their child suffers a serious injury during athletics. All participants - including parents and spectators - are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and can face consequences for poor conduct.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.