Pennsylvania Statutes Title 24 P.S. Education § 16-1602-C. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this article shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Athletic facilities.” Locker rooms, playing fields, gymnasiums, field houses, arenas, athletic training rooms, stadiums, weight rooms or any other location used by secondary school students and their coaches for sports training, practice, competition and coaching.

“Department.” The Department of Education of the Commonwealth.

“Equipment and supplies.” Sport-specific equipment and supplies, general equipment and supplies, instructional devices and conditioning and weight training equipment.

“Participant.” A secondary school student who is:

“School entity.”A school of a school district, joint school district, area career and technical school or charter school that provides interscholastic athletic opportunities for secondary school students.

“Secondary school student.” A student who attends a school entity in grades 7 through 12.

“Travel.” Transportation, housing furnished during travel and per diem dining allowances.

“Uniforms.” Clothing for practice and games, such as shoes, rain gear and warm-up suits.