“Anne Arundel County assures all persons an equal opportunity in all aspects of the Department of Recreation and Parks’ recreational and athletic programs and activities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, mental, or physical disability. This policy is applicable to all departmental policies, practices and guidelines…” No child shall lose game “playing” time or receive any other form of discipline for attending religious ceremonies. Any coach found to be in violation of this policy is subject to disciplinary action that may include but not be limited to 1) a written reprimand, 2) suspension, or 3) loss of the coach’s certification. Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks supports a “family first” approach to our recreational programs. |