Denarvise Thornton Denarvise Thornton Tuesday, April 13, 2010 6:10 AM Welker, Matthew J Ceo: Golden, Cheryl M.; Kypriss, Michael J.; Halback, Damon M. Subject: RE: Allegation/Investigation - Dr. Krop - Tennis Hello Mr. Welker: ‘Thanks for your patience as we have addressed this matter on several fronts. In summary, an allegation was received regarding two students ~Guggugiaptoasiies anc (amine is considered an international student in accordance with FHSAA policies and procedures. She requires approval from this office prior to participating. We understand the fact raised regarding the student’s visa status and her Canadian citizenship. However, this student is still considered an international student and must comply with Policy 17. Penalties will be assessed Dr. Krop in accordance with allowing a student to participate prior to receiving such approval from the FHSAA. If deomed eligible, penalties assessed Dr. Krop will be consistent with penalties assessed to other member schools similarly situated and communicated In previous communications, Dr. Krop indicated the contests in which &JIJNMSIMMI participated and based on the information received, the student's individual points earned, once deducted, have no bearing on Dr. Krop’s need to forfeit any team awards. Any other forfeiture penalties will be communicated separately ERBIIIIA: seo sine by ts ote. Residence impacting the students lity dot ade County Schools in this particular case. ined by Please forward a list of contests in which @JMi—iparticipated representing Dr. Krop in interscholastic contests during this 2009-10 school year. Mr. Colby: Please confirm that (9NNEIlPof Dr. Krop has been approved to participate in interscholastic contests to date and on which date the student was approved in accordance with Policy 17. Sincerely, M. Denarvise Thornton, Jr Associate Executive Director FHSAA The student-athlete is « student first, an athlete second. . {FHSAA Bylaw 2.1} From: Welker, Matthew ). [mailto:mwelker@dadeschools.net] Sent: Monday, February 22, 2010 11:18 AM To: Denarvise Thornton Ce: Golden, Cheryl M.; Kypriss, Michael J.; Halback, Damon M, ‘Subject: Allegation/Investigation - Dr. Krop - Tennis Dear Mr. Thornton,Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the information you e-mailed me earlier. Please contact me if you have questions or require further information. Matthew Welker Our SPIRIT stands for Service, Pride, Integrity, Respect, Initiative, and Teamwork. Catch it!