High School Rowing FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS​
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ATTENDANCE​
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What should I do if I am going to miss practice?
If you are unable to attend practice, notify the coaching staff as soon as possible. For absences on the day of practice, inform the coaches by 2pm or the boat you're in will stay on land. In exceptional circumstances, provide documentation of the reason for the absence as soon as you can.
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HIGH SCHOOL ROWING
How many excused absences are allowed?​
Each rower is allowed up to six excused absences during the season.
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What qualifies as an excused absence?
Excused absences include medical appointments, family emergencies, school-related commitments, or other pre-approved situations.​
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How many sick days are rowers allowed?
Rowers are allowed four sick days during the season.
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What happens if I have an unexcused absence?
Any absence not categorized as excused or sick is considered unexcused and may impact your eligibility for upcoming races if you exceed the allowed number of absences.
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What are the consequences of exceeding the allowed absences?
Exceeding the limit of six absences or four sick days may affect your eligibility for being placed in a boat during upcoming races or events. The coaching staff will make decisions base don your attendance record, performance, and team commitment.
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What if I think an absence was unfairly recorded?
You may submit an appeal to the coaching staff with relevant documentation or an explanation if you believe an absence was miscounted or unfairly recorded.
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Why is regular attendance important?
Regular attendance is essential for individual and team growth. It contributes to the success of the team and ensures that everyone is contributing to their full potential.
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How can I ensure open communication with the coaching staff?
Maintain regular and open communication with the coaching staff, parents/guardians, and team members to ensure transparency and understanding regarding attendance and absences.​​​​​​
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When is the best time to take a family vacation?
​Practices at the Power Plant will pause from December 21st, 2024 through January 6th, 2025. This is the best time amid the seasons to vacation.
The boathouse will also be closed from November 25th through December 1st (Tuesday through Sunday of the week of Thanksgiving) except for Alumni Day on Friday, November 29th. Current rowers are encouraged but not required to attend as an opportunity to row with alumni and mingle with old teammates.
Based on our summer schedules, if an athlete is interested in racing for our High-Performance Team, it is recommended that Families plan Summer travel in the latter half of July into the early weeks of August 2025.
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