What is new with Athletic Physicals for the 2008-09 School Year?
Beginning June 1, 2008, the PIAA (Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association) is requiring all member schools to have a comprehensive physical examination for any athlete wishing to participate in interscholastic athletics. The PIAA has always required a pre-participation physical, but beginning with the 2008-09 school year, a new mandatory CIPPE (Comprehensive Initial Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation) form is required for completion.
What is different with the CIPPE vs. the old physical form?
The new CIPPE is valid for the entire school year. Therefore, only one physical examination in needed per year. With the old form (which is no longer valid for athletic physicals) a physical examination was needed prior to the beginning of each sports season.
Where can I get a CIPPE?
The new physical forms are available in the High School Main Office, the Middle School Main Office, the Athletic Office and on the web at http://tinyurl.com/yvfwpn
Will physical examinations be given at the school for athletes?
Unfortunately, the answer is no. Our school physicians have informed administration that they are not comfortable giving a comprehensive physical examination to students who are not their patients. If you are already a patient of Dr. Burket or Dr. Weaver, they will gladly schedule you for an examination in their office.
When should I schedule my child’s examination?
Anytime after June 1, 2008. In order to save on co-pays or limit the number of visits to the doctor’s office, it is recommended to obtain the physical at the same time a workers permit physical, drivers test physical or an 11th grade physical is needed.
Who should I call with additional questions?
Please feel free to call Mr. Gojmerac in the athletic office or the school nurse at either the middle school or high school.