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Lutheran High North 2018 Summer Athletic Camps Lutheran High North is devoted to academic excellence and, above all, to sharing and modeling the Gospel of Jesus Christ in all aspects of its ministry. Lutheran High North 16825 24 Mile Rd Macomb, Michigan 48042 586.781.9151

Thank you for taking an interest in Lutheran North Summer Camps! Thank you for considering LHN s 2018 Summer Camps. Please examine the various camps and contact us should you have any questions. At Lutheran High North, we believe that athletics are an important part of education. Many valuable life-lessons are learned through athletics dedication, commitment, work ethic, respect, dealing with success and failure. God has richly blessed Lutheran North with a group of coaches who love what they do and are committed to continual improvement in all facets of their sports. They take an interest in the development of each individual player. Our coaches teach team success, and more importantly, they teach the salvation given us by Christ Jesus. Our student-athletes pray. They take part in devotions. They do voluntary service projects. They learn the value of forgiving and being forgiven when they err. Lutheran North s mission statement is that we are devoted to academic excellence and, above all, to sharing and modeling the Gospel of Jesus Christ in all aspects of its ministry. Athletics is perhaps the most public aspect of our ministry and provide us yet another means by which we can spread the precious Gospel of Jesus Christ; that, ultimately, is what LHN is all about. God s richest blessings to you. We look forward to seeing you on our campus. To God be the Glory! Ryan Wesley Athletic Director 1 John 1:7 - But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.

BASKETBALL CAMP June 25-28, 2018 Monday Thursday Girls Session: 9:00-11:30am Girls Coach: Greg Mangold Boys Session: 1:00-3:30pm Boys Coach: Jeff DeMasse The Lutheran High North Basketball Camp is open to boys and girls who will be entering grades 5-9 in the Fall of 2018. The camp will be held in our air-conditioned gymnasiums and instructed by the LHN coaching staff and members of the LHN basketball teams. Students will receive a basketball camp t-shirt. BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 ONLY TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP. The camp will include instruction on: Fundamentals Defense Dribbling Passing Rebounding Shooting Team Concepts Boys Conference Also included: Championships Daily Scrimmages 1987, 1988, 2007, 2017 Individual Competitions Boys District Championships 1995 Girls Conference Championships 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 2000, 2003, 2009, 2014, 2015, 2016 Girls District Championships 1982, 1983, 1988, 1989, 1992, 1993, 2002, 2015 Girls Regional Championships 1993 ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION WAIVER

SOCCER CAMP June 19-22, 2018 Tuesday - Friday 9:00am Noon Coach: Greg DeCourval The Lutheran North Soccer Camp is open to boys and girls who will be entering grades 5-9 in the Fall of 2018. The camp will be held on our practice field, which is 190 yards by 70 yards and equipped with a sprinkler system. Students will receive a camp tee shirt, juice and snacks. In the event of inclement weather, all athletes should bring clean tennis/cross training shoes each day as instruction and drills will be held in the gymnasiums. The camp will include instruction on: Fundamentals Ball Handling Defensive Position Passing & Receiving Shooting & Heading Small Side Games Team Concepts One of the major goals of the camp will be developing individual ball skills and techniques. Mustang Boys Soccer Conference Champs 86, 87, 88, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 00, 01, 02, 05 District Champs 86, 87, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 98, 00, 01, 02, 08, 10, 13, 15, 17 Regional Champs 87, 91, 95, 96, 01, 13 1987 State Champions Mustang Girls Soccer Conference Champs 91, 92, 96, 10, 12, 16 District Champs 92, 94, 95, 96, 04, 16, 17 Regional Champs 94, 17 ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION WAIVER

VOLLEYBALL CAMP July 23-26, 2018 Monday - Thursday Grades 5-6 : 3:30-5:30pm Grades 7-9 : 5:30-8:00pm Coach: Jessica Lancaster The Lutheran High North Volleyball Camp is open to all female students who will be entering grades 5-9 in the Fall of 2018. The camp will be held in our air-conditioned gymnasiums. Focus will be on the fundamentals of the game. Instructors will include LHN coaches and current LHN volleyball players. All campers will receive a camp t-shirt. BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 ONLY TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP. The camp will include instruction on: Fundamentals Passing Setting Hitting Serving Daily Scrimmages Conference Championships 1992, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2014, 2015 District Championships 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1999, 2006, 2007, 2007, 2008, 2012 ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION WAIVER

4 th - 8 th GRADE FOOTBALL CAMP July 16-19, 2018 Monday Thursday 4:00-6:30PM Coach: Garrett Wenzelburger Although this camp is set in a flag football environment, both safe and fun, young players will get specific position training from knowledgeable position coaches. The coach/participant ratio will be approximately five kids to every coach. This instructional camp is open to all young men who will be entering grades 4-8 in the Fall of 2018. Participants will receive a camp t- shirt. In the event of inclement weather, all athletes should bring clean tennis/cross training shoes each day as instruction and drills will be held in the gymnasiums. Camp Details Players will review valuable fundamentals such as: Form running Form tackling Rules of the game Proper pursuit angles Offensive & Defensive Strategies Typical Daily Schedule (Please arrive early, no later than 5:30pm on the first day) 4:00 Prayer/Thoughts for the day 4:10 Dynamic Warm-Up Conference Championships 4:20 Offensive Individual Groups 1978, 1981, 1998, 2005, 2006, 2009 4:35 Offensive Team Work Conference Runner-Up 4:50 Water Break 1982, 1985, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 4:55 Defensive Individual Groups 1998, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2016 5:10 Form Tackling/Pursuit Drills Playoff Appearances 5:30 Water Break 1991, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 5:35 Scrimmage w/ Coach critique 2006, 2007, 2010 6:00 Coach s Choice (video, contests, Special teams, and/or chalk talk) What to bring: Cleats and tennis shoes T-shirt & shorts ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION WAIVER

GOLF CAMP July 23-25, 2018 Monday - Wednesday Session: 10:00am Noon Coach: Alex Schlump The Lutheran High North Golf Camp is open to boys and girls who will be entering grades 4-9 in the fall of 2018. The LHN Golf Program has consistently produced excellent boys and girls teams and individual players over the past ten years. The camp will be held at Cracklewood Golf Club in Macomb Township. Instructors will include LHN coaches along with former and current award winning LHN golf players. Students will receive a golf camp t-shirt. Range balls will be provided. All camp attendees should bring their own clubs, which should include at least a putter, wedge, 7-iron, and driver. Camp Includes Golf Fundamentals Putting Chipping Pitching Full Swing Boys Conference Champs 1999, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009 District & Regional Champs 2007, 2009 State Finalist 2004, 2006, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 Individual State Champion 2010 & 2014 Girls Conference Champs 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2016, 2017 Regional Champs 2007, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 State Finalist 2004, 2007, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 2015 Team State Runner Up 2016 & 2017 Team State Champions 2017 Individual State Runner-Up ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION WAIVER

STRENGTH TRAINING CAMP Monday, Tuesday, Thursday June 12 August 2, 2018 Session 1: 6:30-8:00am Session 2: 8:00-9:30am Wednesdays: 7:30-8:30am Due to the MHSAA mandated summer dead period, this camp will not be held the week of July 2-8 The Lutheran High North Strength Training Camp is open to all students who will be entering grades 9-12 in the 2018-2019 school year. Developed by certified members of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, each session will be under the supervision and guidance of an experienced coach. This camp is for those athletes who desire to develop their strength, speed, agility and power. An hour and a half is devoted to weight training, running, quickness, agility, and plyometric drills. BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 ONLY TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP. A typical week includes: Monday Session Tuesday Session -50 min. guided weight workout -50 min. guided weight workout -10 min. cardiovascular warm-up -10 min. cardiovascular warm-up -30 min. quickness/agility drills -30 min. plyometric/explosion drills Wednesday Session Thursday Session -60 min. guided weight workout only -50 min. guided weight workout -10 min. cardiovascular warm-up -30 min. varied length/speed running Athletes should bring: Gym Shoes (no sandals or flip flops) Water Bottle Comfortable Workout Clothing Cost: Individual Fee: $60.00 Family Fee: $60 for the first athlete and $10 for each additional sibling ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL& CONCUSSION WAIVER

CHEERLEADING CAMP September 19-21, 2018 Wednesday through Friday 6:00-8:00pm Cheer During the 7:00pm Friday Football Game Coach: Angela Fortescue Lutheran North s Cheer Camp is open to girls who will be entering grades 1-8 in the Fall of 2018. Camp will be held in our air conditioned main gym on the cheerleading mats. Instructors will be the LHN Cheer Coach and the Lutheran North Sideline Cheer Team. Safety is our highest priority. All campers will receive a camp t-shirt, hair bow, and the opportunity to cheer with the Varsity Cheer Team at the September 21 st home football game. BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 ONLY TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP. Camp Includes Motion Placement & Drills Jumps tuck, toe touch, herkie, pike Flexibility splits and heel stretches Basic Tumbling rolls, cartwheels, round-offs Basic Stunting (shoulder level and below) Sideline Cheers Campers should wear: t-shirt, athletic style shorts, gym/tennis shoes. 2018 Catholic League Runner Up ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL& CONCUSSION WAIVER

DANCE CAMP August 21, 23, 24, 2018 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Tuesday/Thursday Session: 6:00-7:30pm Halftime of the 7:00pm Friday Football Game Coach: Shelby Picklo Lutheran North s Dance Camp is open to girls who will be entering grades kindergarten through the 6 th grade in the fall of 2018. Camp is held in our air-conditioned main gym, and on our game field. Instructors will be the LHN Dance Coach and the Lutheran North Dance Team. All campers will receive a camp T-shirt, learn basic dance technique, and a routine to perform with the LHN Varsity Dance Team for the Friday night football game on August 24. BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 ONLY TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP. Camp Includes Three-Step Turns Jazz Squares Leaps Kicks Campers should wear: Dance-able clothing (leggings, t-shirt, tennis shoes) Hair must be pulled back. Bring a water bottle and snack 2017 & 2018 Catholic High School League Champions ATHLETE S CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL& CONCUSSION WAIVER

2018 SUMMER ATHLETIC CAMP REGISTRATION LUTHERAN HIGH NORTH NO REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COPY OF A CURRENT SCHOOL PHYSICAL & CONCUSSION AWARENESS FORM PHYSICALS ARE GOOD FOR ONE YEAR-TO-DATE. PHYSICALS FROM THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR ARE ACCEPTABLE FOR SUMMER CAMPS. FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR, PHYSICALS MUST BE DATED AFTER APRIL 15, 2018. IMPORTANT: Each camp participant must fill out a separate registration form STUDENT: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: MI ZIP: SCHOOL 2018-2019: CITY: GRADE: 2018-2019 PREFERRED T-SHIRT SIZE: (circle) S M L XL (Adult Sizes) PARENT NAME: EMERGENCY PHONE: EMAIL: CAMPS BECAUSE OF CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE USE DOOR #10 TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP FOR ALL INDOOR EVENTS. Weight Training Boys/Girls Grade 9-12 June 12-Aug 2 $60 x 1 (+ $10/sibling) =$ Soccer Boys/Girls Grades 5-9 June 19-22 $75 x =$ Basketball Boys PM Girls AM June 25-28 $75 x =$ Football Boys Grades 4-8 July 16-19 $75 x =$ Golf Boys/Girls Grades 4-9 July 23-25 $75 x =$ Volleyball Gr. 5/6 Gr. 7-9 July 23-26 $75 x =$ Dance Girls Grades K-5 Aug. 21, 23, 24 $75 x =$ Cheer Girls Grades 1-8 Sept. 19-21 $75 x =$ TOTAL =$ Less 10% discount for multiple programs per athlete (-$ ) Check number: AMOUNT PAID $ Please make check payable to: Lutheran High North (Continued on the next page) Mail to: Lutheran High North 16825 24 Mile Rd Macomb, MI 48042 Attn: Ryan Wesley, AD

Release and Affirmation: We hereby affirm that we are aware of the inherent risks and hazards of the summer programs offered at Lutheran High School North and by signing this release, certify that we are cognizant of those risks. We understand and agree that neither the Lutheran High School Association nor any of its employees and agents may be held liable in any way for any occurrence, including rescue operations, in connection with the course/camp which may result in injury, death or other damages to me or my family, heirs, or assigns, and in consideration of being allowed to participate in this camp, we hereby personally assume all risks in connection with said camp and activities related thereto for any harm, injury or damage which may befall me and further to save and hold harmless the program, Lutheran High School Association, and all persons associated therewith from any claim by us, or our families, estates, heirs, or assigns arising out of enrollment and participation in this course. This is signed by the camp participant and his or her legal guardian and parents with their consent. We understand that the terms herein are contractual and not a mere recital, and that this has been signed freely and voluntarily. It is the intent of the signers hereto to exempt and release the Lutheran High School Association and all of its agents from derivative damage caused by anyone s act, error, omission or negligence. We have fully informed ourselves of the contents of this Release and Affirmation by reading and understanding it before we signed it. Mother/Guardian Date Father/Guardian Date Student Date CONCUSSION AWARENESS EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM By my name and signature below, I acknowledge in accordance with Public Acts 342 and 343 of 2012 that I have received and reviewed the Concussion Fact Sheet for Parents and/or the Concussion Fact Sheet for Students provided by the Lutheran High School Association Lutheran High School North. Participant Name Printed Participant Name Signature Date Parent or Guardian Name Printed Parent or Guardian Name Signature Date Return this signed form to the sponsoring organization that must keep on file for the duration of participation or age 18. Participants and parents please review and keep the educational materials available for future reference.

Educational Material for Parents and Students (Content Meets MDCH Requirements) Sources: Michigan Department of Community Health. CDC and the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) UNDERSTANDING CONCUSSION Headache Pressure in the Head Nausea/Vomiting Dizziness Balance Problems Double Vision Blurry Vision Sensitive to Light Some Common Symptoms Sensitive to Noise Sluggishness Haziness Fogginess Grogginess Poor Concentration Memory Problems Confusion Feeling Down Not Feeling Right Feeling Irritable Slow Reaction Time Sleep Problems WHAT IS A CONCUSSION? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that changes the way the brain normally works. A concussion is caused by a fall, bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. A concussion can be caused by a shaking, spinning or a sudden stopping and starting of the head. Even a ding, getting your bell rung, or what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. A concussion can happen even if you haven t been knocked out. You can t see a concussion. Signs and symptoms of concussions can show up right after the injury or may not appear or be noticed until days or weeks after the injury. If the student reports any symptoms of a concussion, or if you notice symptoms yourself, seek medical attention right away. A student who may have had a concussion should not return to play on the day of the injury and until a health care professional says they are okay to return to play. IF YOU SUSPECT A CONCUSSION: 1. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION RIGHT AWAY A health care professional will be able to decide how serious the concussion is and when it is safe for the student to return to regular activities, including sports. Don t hide it, report it. Ignoring symptoms and trying to tough it out often makes it worse. 2. KEEP YOUR STUDENT OUT OF PLAY Concussions take time to heal. Don t let the student return to play the day of injury and until a heath care professional says it s okay. A student who returns to play too soon, while the brain is still healing, risks a greater chance of having a second concussion. Young children and teens are more likely to get a concussion and take longer to recover than adults. Repeat or second concussions increase the time it takes to recover and can be very serious. They can cause permanent brain damage, affecting the student for a lifetime. They can be fatal. It is better to miss one game than the whole season. 3. TELL THE SCHOOL ABOUT ANY PREVIOUS CONCUSSION Schools should know if a student had a previous concussion. A student s school may not know about a concussion received in another sport or activity unless you notify them. SIGNS OBSERVED BY PARENTS: Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment or position Forgets an instruction Can t recall events prior to or after a hit or fall Is unsure of game, score, or opponent Moves clumsily Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness (even briefly) Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes CONCUSSION DANGER SIGNS: In rare cases, a dangerous blood clot may form on the brain in a person with a concussion and crowd the brain against the skull. A student should receive immediate medical attention if after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body s/he exhibits any of the following danger signs: One pupil larger than the other Repeated vomiting or nausea Becomes increasingly confused, restless Is drowsy or cannot be awakened Slurred speech or agitated A headache that gets worse Weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination Convulsions or seizures Cannot recognize people/places Has unusual behavior Loses consciousness (even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously) HOW TO RESPOND TO A REPORT OF A CONCUSSION: If a student reports one or more symptoms of a concussion after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, s/he should be kept out of athletic play the day of the injury. The student should only return to play with permission from a health care professional experienced in evaluating for concussion. During recovery, rest is key. Exercising or activities that involve a lot of concentration (such as studying, working on the computer, or playing video games) may cause concussion symptoms to reappear or get worse. Students who return to school after a concussion may need to spend fewer hours at school, take rests breaks, be given extra help and time, spend less time reading, writing or on a computer. After a concussion, returning to sports and school is a gradual process that should be monitored by a health care professional. Remember: Concussion affects people differently. While most students with a concussion recover quickly and fully, some will have symptoms that last for days, or even weeks. A more serious concussion can last for months or longer. To learn more, go to www.cdc.gov/concussion. Parents and Students Must Sign and Return the Educational Material Acknowledgement Form