Elm Athletics FAQ

No. Students must have a valid physical exam form on file to try out for any sport.

Elm uses the "Pre-Participation Physical Exam Form" recommended by both the Illinois High School Association and the Illinois Elementary School Association.

The form is available in English and Spanish at the following links:

• Pre-Participation Physical Exam Form | English
• Pre-Participation Physical Exam Form | Spanish

No. One valid physical exam is sufficient for the entire school year — but we must have the Pre-Participation Physical Exam Form on file.

Yes. Students must submit a signed copy of the required Concussion Information Sheet.

A downloadable PDF is available at the following link:

• Concussion Information Sheet for Elm Student-Athletes

No. One signed Concussion Information Sheet is sufficient for the entire school year — but we must have the sheet on file.

Yes. But you must speak directly to the coach about your child’s intention to ride home with you.

Students are not permitted to participate in an athletic event if they were absent from school or left school early the day of the event.

No. Athletics at Elm are competitive. Students must try out for teams and then earn their playing time. Coaches play athletes at their discretion.

We encourage you to check PowerSchool often to monitor grades. You can download an app on your phone that allows you to see your child's grades with a single touch of the phone. A student who is failing a subject will be allowed one week to fix the grade. Students who are still failing the next week will be ineligible for a week.

Ineligible athletes cannot practice or play in games. They are still part of the team and are required to attend practices and games. Ineligible athletes may be removed from the team if they stop attending games and practices. Grades are checked every Monday.