Hugh John Macdonald Ski Trip 2002
All Hugh John Macdonald students are invited to apply to participate in a ski trip to Holiday Mountain (about 2 hours from Winnipeg). Arrangements have been made to provide the students with an opportunity to share in this valuable learning experience beyond the classroom. They will receive an introduction to a lifetime activity in a positive learning environment with high safety standards. Students will be under the supervision of qualified ski instructors and Hugh John staff. For the safety of all participants, students selected for the ski trip must be co-operative and responsible.
Skiing is a sport with physical demands and inherent risks which are beyond the control of Holiday Mountain and the Winnipeg # l School Division. Falls, collisions and other incidents may occur and cause injury. Skiers must assume the risks and dangers.
Activity Date: Friday, March 1, 2002
Location: Holiday Mountain (204-242-2172)
Meet at school: 6:45 am (School Departure Time: 7:00 am)
Departure from Ski Hill: 3:30 pm (Arrive Back at School: approximately 5:30 pm)
Cost includes: equipment, lessons, lift tickets, and transportation
(Ski equipment package) $30.00(Snowboard package) $40.00
In preparation for this ski event, the participating students will be required to attend an "Introduction to Skiing" lesson at school. They will view a "Learn to Ski" video, learn some basics about ski equipment and safety on the slopes and receive further information about the activity.
Students should bring a lunch, snacks and/or money to buy lunch at the ski resort. Warm clothing is very important. Ski suits or sweats under a nylon shell, a toque, scarf and gloves are essential. Ski goggles, or sunglasses are suggested for eye protection from the sun and wind. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER!
Upon arrival at the ski resort, the students will be fitted for equipment and directed to the skill assessment area. Once their ability level has been determined, they will be given colour-coded lift tickets, assigned to an instructor, and taught the fundamentals of skiing. They will then be able to ski only those hills suited to their ability. Upgrading to the more advanced hills is possible only after further assessment. Supervising staff will be on the hills and will be encouraging and reinforcing safe skiing techniques with students.
Please complete the attached medical and permission forms and return them to the school with cash or a cheque ($30.00 = ski package or $40.00 = snowboard package), payable to Hugh John Macdonald School, by Friday, February 22, 2002
Teacher in charge: Mr. Au -- 786-5631.
NOTE TO PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND STUDENTS
THIS FORM MUST BE READ AND SIGNED BY EVERY STUDENT WHO WISHES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FEBRUARY 1ST SKI TRIP TO HOLIDAY MOUNTAIN AND BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN OF A PARTICIPATING STUDENT.
ELEMENTS OF RISK:
Educational activity programs, such as skiing, involve certain elements of risk. Accidents may occur while participating in these activities. These accidents may cause injury. A few examples of the type of accident or injury for which one is at risk while skiing are:
These accidents result from the nature of the activity and can occur without any fault on either the part of the student, the school board or its employees or agents, or the facility where the event is taking place. By choosing to participate in skiing, you are assuming the risk of an accident occurring. The chance of an accident can be reduced by carefully following instructions at all times while skiing.
If your child chooses to participate in skiing on Friday, March 1, 2002, you must understand that you and your child will bear the responsibility for any accident that might occur. The Winnipeg School Board does not provide any accidental disability, dismemberment, medical expenses, or death insurance on behalf of the students participating in downhill skiing. We recommend you check your medical coverage through work or purchase Student Accident Insurance ($6.00 for basic plan) as a precaution.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND PERMISSION FORM
We have read the above and understand that in participating in the skiing activity we are assuming the risks in doing so.
The parent/guardian hereby gives consent for to participate in the downhill ski trip scheduled for Friday, March 1, 2002, at Holiday Mountain, and agrees that medical treatment may be given to the student in the case of illness or injury. The student understands that he/she will co-operate fully with the supervising staff and ski hill officials.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________ Date: _________________
Student Signature: ________________________________ Date: _________________
STUDENT HEALTH FORM
Please PRINT and complete fully. This form will be on hand during the ski trip for our immediate referral should a mishap or emergency occur.
Student’s Name: ______________________________ Birth Date: ________________
Address: _____________________________________ Home Phone: _____________
Grade: ____ Room Number: _____ Weight: _______ Height: _____ Shoe Size: _____
MANITOBA HEALTH REGISTRATION NUMBER (6 DIGITS): ____________________
PERSONAL HEALTH I.D. NUMBER (9 DIGITS): ____________________________
Name of Parents/Guardians:_______________________________________________
Work Phone Numbers: _______________________ ___________________________
Emergency Contact Person: ____________________ Phone: ___________________
Family Doctor: _____________________________ Phone: ____________________
Family Dentist: _____________________________ Phone: ____________________
1. Medication: Will your child be taking any medication on this trip? YES or NO? If yes, Please give details:
__________________________________________________________________
2. Does the student have a medical condition about which we should know? YES or NO? If yes, please give details:
___________________________________________________________________
3. Does your child have any allergies? YES or NO? If yes, please give details:
_______________________________________________________________
4. Any other helpful information?:
_______________________________________________________________
5. Students’ ski experience. Please check one:
______ Has not skied before
______ Has skied one or two times
______ Has skied more than five times
We will endeavour to contact parents in case of an emergency. If parental contact cannot be made, and the child requires medical attention, he/she will be taken to the hospital at Manitou.