Athletic Clearances:
In order to be cleared for participation, all athletes must have a current UIL physical (incoming 7th, 9th, and 11th graders or anyone who suffered an injury in the previous year) in its entirety with all necessary information and signatures. This includes a trip to your doctor or the the physical night on the high school campus. This information can be found under the UIL Physical Form tab in the menu.
Athletes and parents must also complete all UIL athletic paperwork. A link and instructions can be found in the menu.
Athletes will not be allowed to practice, condition, weightlift, or compete in any capacity until all of the requirements are fulfilled.
Injuries and Care:
While participating in athletics it is my objective to keep each and every athlete safe. Even with the inherent risks of participating in a sport, sometimes injuries happen. If your child sustains an injury while participating in an MISD-sponsored sport, it is in their best interest to visit the Athletic Training Room (in the high school) before seeing a doctor* to receive an evaluation and care. We can act as an advocate for your child, while potentially saving you time and money from a doctor’s visit. This can also prevent missed participation time for the athlete.
*If there is a life-threatening condition, or if your child’s injury concerns you, do not hesitate to get them care. You have the right to seek medical care however you see fit for your child.
Communication
We will attempt to communicate as much as possible with every injury we encounter. But just know that not all injuries are severe enough to warrant a note or phone call home. In the event we feel your child should be referred to a doctor or other healthcare practitioner, I will communicate with you and send home any needed information. Referral forms must be completed by a healthcare provider and also signed by you (HIPAA privacy law).
Please know that if your child sees a healthcare provider for an injury or illness they must provide a note that clearly states your child is cleared to return to athletics. School absence note from a doctors' office will not count.
Emily Beckman, MAT, LAT, ATC
Nicholas McElroy, MAT, LAT, ATC