Athletics & Extracurricular Activities FAQ

Extracurriculars are available at all PSD schools. Check with individual schools for an updated list of their sports and clubs, or visit PSD’s Clubs and Organizations and athletics webpages

Students can begin taking part in school-sponsored athletics starting in sixth grade, though only some sports will be open to this youngest group. This includes cross country, golf, tennis, wrestling and track and field. For all other sports for students in and under sixth grade, programming is offered through Fort Collins Recreation.

Students can register for activities through their school. For sports, they can also be registered online through the PSD athletics website.

• Middle school students must fill out a registration form as well as a medical physical form to participate in PSD athletics. More information on participating in middle school athletics, as well as necessary forms, can be found here. 
• High school students must complete the following forms to compete in PSD athletics: 
  • Student Athlete Medical Information form
  • CHSAA Eligibility form
  • Authorization for Athletic Participation 
  • Social Media form 
  • PSD Athletic In-State Overnight Blanket Permission form
  • CHSAA Preparticipation Physical Evaluation form
• More information on participating in high school athletics, as well as necessary forms, can be found here. 

There are some costs associated with participating in athletics or extracurricular programs, but those costs depend on the program and grade level. More information for athletic costs can be found here. Fees may be waived if a family qualifies for financial assistance.

Yes.

Expectations for academic performance and attendance will depend on the student’s school and grade. Check in with your school and activity for these details.

The health and safety of student athletes is of the utmost importance to everyone involved. The district and individual athletic programs provide a variety of protocols and equipment to ensure student safety, including:

• Coaches being trained in CPR, the use of AEDs and first aid, and identifying concussions
• Active heat monitoring
• A lightning detection system on all coaches’ phones
• Active air quality monitoring 
• Athletic trainers for high school students
• Medical kits for every middle school program 
• Portable AED units at every school
• Emergency action plans on file at every school 
• Medical personnel on site at every football game

Transportation options will depend on the sport or activity, with transportation provided to most competitions. Check with your activity or athletic director for more information on travel for your particular sport or activity.

• All information about games, performances and meetings can be found on individual school websites. 
• Check with the person in charge of the activity for more information.

For middle school athletics and activities and high school activities, students can participate right away. However, high school students participating in athletics will need to fill out Colorado High School Activities Association transfer forms online with the support of the receiving school’s athletic director to determine the level of athletic eligibility.

Students looking to start a new club or activity can work with their school’s activity director to complete an online application. All clubs must be approved through the district’s process of starting new activities. More information can be found on the PSD’s School Clubs and Organizations website.

Please contact the school for more information.