FMS Athletics

For new athletes (usually students entering the 6th grade or those transferring to our district), here are a few things that you need to know:

1. Registration must be done online. All forms and fees can be taken care of at this site.
   • Directions are on the first page.
   • You will need:
     • emergency contact info
     • Doctor & Dentist name & phone number
     • insurance information
   • Payment for the activity:
     • Each activity that a student participates in during the school year will require another activity fee be paid.
     • Please see the "Fee" tab below for details.
2. A signed Qualifying Physical Examination form must be on file at the Activities office. 

• The Physical exam is good for three years.
  • Therefore, a student who has an exam in 6th grade, will need another one in 9th grade and finally 12th grade if they continue in an activity.

3. Once these requirements are met, the athlete is cleared to participate. Under no circumstances will a student be allowed to practice until this clearance is obtained.

PLEASE, plan ahead and complete these registration steps before the first day of practice.

Physical Examination Form

Physical Examinations are valid for 36 months from the date of the exam.

To schedule Concussion Testing:

About Concussion Testing

Thief River Falls School District #564 has implemented an innovative program for our student-athletes. This program will assist our team physicians/athletic trainers in evaluating and treating head injuries(e.g., concussion). In order to better manage concussions sustained by our student-athletes, we have acquired
a software tool called ImPACT (Immediate Post Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing). ImPACT is a computerized exam utilized in many professional, collegiate, and high school sports programs across the country to successfully diagnose and manage concussions. If an athlete is believed to have suffered a head injury during competition, ImPACT is used to help determine the severity of head injury and when the injury
has fully healed.

The computerized exam is given to athletes before beginning contact sport practice or competition. This non-invasive test is set up in “video-game” type format and takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. It is simple, and actually many athletes enjoy the challenge of taking the test. Essentially, the ImPACT test is a
preseason physical of the brain. It tracks information such as memory, reaction time, speed, and concentration. It, however, is not an IQ test.

If a concussion is suspected, the athlete will be required to re-take the test. Both the preseason and post-injury test data is given to a local doctor or, to help evaluate the injury. The information gathered can also be shared with your family doctor. The test data will enable these health professionals to determine when return-to-play is appropriate and safe for the injured athlete. If an injury of this nature occurs to your child, you will be promptly contacted with all the details.

The ImPACT testing procedures are non-invasive, and they pose no risks to your student-athlete. This program provides us the best available information for managing concussions and preventing potential brain damage that can occur with multiple concussions. The Thief River Falls School District #564 administration, coaching, and athletic training staffs are striving to keep
your child’s health and safety at the forefront of the student athletic experience. If you have any further questions regarding this program please feel free to contact the Activities Office at 218-681-7140.

{2023-23 Activities Handbook}

Link to: Activities Policy Handbook

The Activities Policy Handbook should answer any questions that you have about extra-curricular activities within the Thief River Falls Public Schools.  If after reading these policies, you should still have questions, please contact the LHS Activities office at 681-7140.