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Respect in sport

NEW THIS YEAR, 1 PARENT PER FAMILY INITIATION ,NOVICE AND ALL NEW REGISTRANTS MUST COMPLETE RESPECT IN SPORT

https://heoparent.respectgroupinc.com/secure/

Effective the 2015/2016 season, at least one parent or guardian of a participant of each household at the IP and Novice levels, regardless whether first, second or third year of participation, and those parents or guardians of new registrants up to midget level, must take the on-line “Respect in Sport Parent Program”.

This is a 1 hour online course and the cost is $12.00. One parent or legal guardian per household must complete before Septemeber 1st or their player will not be able to go on the ice until completed. Please note, even if you have taken respect in sport in the past as a coach or team official, you must take this version (the Parent version) click here to take the program.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-PARENT PROGRAM

** When asked for the Pre Registration Code provided by the Association, skip that question and continue on**

Q. I have completed the Respect in Sport Activity Leader Program, is this sufficient for satisfying the parent program as well?

A. It is necessary for parents that have completed the Activity Leader Program and/or Speak Out in the role of Team Officials to also complete the Parent Education Program.  This program is tailored to the Role of the parent, providing information specific to the parental involvement, while the Activity Leader program has a different focus.  During the introduction of the module, the difference are outlines.  While there are some commonalities in messaging, the message is positive, and in only reinforced through repetition.

Q. Why am I required to complete the Program?

A. In addition to being an HEO condition of participation, it provides tools to deal with various situations that could arise in the course of your child’s participation in hockey, both as a parent, and in any leadership role you may have.  This is a positive program to make good parents better, and will empower all of the good parents in the organization.  Beyond hockey, this will contribute to the greater good of all parents in the wider community.  This is also a significant step toward the long-term goal of social and culture change.

Q. What will happen if I do not complete it by the specified compliance deadline?

A. After the deadline for compliance, participation may be denied until such time as the program has been completed.

Q. How do I complete the Parent Program?

A. The program can be accessed through the HEO website (www.hockeyeasternontario.ca) or directly athttps://heoparent.respectgroupinc.com/secure/ .It is a one hour online curriculum with both audio and visual features that allows flexibility and does not have to be completed in one session.

Q. Is this required every year?

A. No, once you have completed it you are certified for five years.

Q. What if the household/individual has no access to a computer/internet?

A. Most public libraries provide internet access.  Additionally, your local minor hockey association may also be able to assist by providing opportunities to use their computer(s) if they have one in their office and a convenient time can be arranged to access.  Other options include schools and friends.

Q. What if I have dial-up internet connection?

A. The program is designed to be accessible by either high speed or dial-up

Q. What if I do not have strong computer literacy skills?

A. Utmost attention to detail was taken to ensure the program was designed to make the program user friendly.  If issues do arise there is online help available as well a 24/7 1-800-support line.


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