Policy 505 Concussion

Policy Statement

It is the policy of the Upper Grand District School Board to ensure the provision of minimized risk in elementary and secondary schools and to provide a safe environment that takes steps to reduce the risk of injury and promotes the overall well-being of students.

Concussions can have a serious effect on a young, developing brain. Proper recognition and response to concussion in the school environment can prevent further injury and can help with recovery. Children and adolescents are among those at greater risk for concussions due to body trauma at any time. Although falls and motor vehicle accidents are the leading causes of concussion, there is a heightened risk due to concussion during physical activity which includes physical education classes, playground time or sports activities.

To address this increased risk of concussions and to prevent and identify the signs and symptoms of concussion, the board is committed to increasing awareness for all students, staff, parents, volunteers and health care practitioners to support the proper management of concussions.

Documents

• 505 Concussion Policy Statement
• 505-A Concussion Procedures Manual
• Concussion Signs and Symptoms Form (505-1)
• Concussion Passport (including Return to Learn and Return to Activity Plans) (505-2)
• Concussion Code of Conduct and Informed Consent for Student-Athletes and Parents/Guardians (505-3)
• Concussion Code of Conduct for Coaches and Trainers (505-4)

First adopted: September 2014
Revision history: September 2014, January 2020, May 2022 (505-3 only)