Athletic Placement Process for 7th and 8th Graders: 

The Athletic Placement Process (APP) is an evaluation that determines if a 7th or 8th grade student is ready to compete in high school sports. The APP is intended for gifted athletes who are physically, emotionally, and academically mature enough to compete at a higher level. 

Athletic Placement Procedures: 

1. Varsity Coach Recommendation- Only a Varsity Coach and Athletic Director can recommend a student athlete to go through the APP process. 

2. Parent/Guardian Permission Form (Click Here)

3. Administrative Approval- The athletic administration will confirm that the student is suitable for consideration with an evaluation of behavioral, emotional maturity and academics (evaluation done by Athletic Director, MS Principal and MS Guidance Counselor)

Once the student is approved by the athletic office, they will have an opportunity to try out for JV/Varsity. 

APP FAQ’s 

1. Parents cannot recommend a student athlete for the APP process. Only Varsity Coaches can recommend a 7th or 8th grader to take the test. PE teachers and modified coaches can suggest athletes to a Varsity Coach, but, ultimately, the recommendation must come from a Varsity Coach. 

2. The APP process is for exceptional athletes who are physically, emotionally and academically mature enough to compete at a higher level. 

3. Who needs to go through the APP process: only 7th and 8th graders who are recommended by a Varsity Coach to play up on JV or Varsity.