Registration Information

Steps 1 & 2: Registration & PIAA Physical Form Submission

All students going out for a PIAA sport will need to register with FormRELeaf. If you already have a login/password, sign-in with that account information; otherwise, set-up a new account (see directions below). The registration process must be complete prior to participation in the sport.

Registration Steps:

1. To begin your online registration, use this link to access FormRELeaf: https://app.formreleaf.com/organizations/great-valley-high-school
    
2. Signup for your FormRELeaf account by entering your name, e-mail address and password; confirm your password. Agree to the FormRELeaf Terms of Service.
    
3. Login to FormRELeaf using your credentials (email address and password).
    
4. On the top menu bar select “Find Organization.”
    
5. Search for and select Great Valley High School.
    
6. Click on the program (i.e “2023 Sport - Spring”) for which you want to register.
    
7. After clicking on the appropriate Sport, complete all of required information.

FOR THE FIRST SPORT OF THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR:

• Print out Section 6 (PIAA Physical). A physician must complete, sign, and date this page. The physical must be dated on 6/1 of the current year or later to be accepted for the current sports season. Access the PIAA Physical Form on the forms page under Athletic Forms.
• The physical will need to be scanned and attached in the registration under the Physician area (Physical Upload). If you are unable to scan the document, send it to the Head Athletic Trainer, Keith Johnson, for review. This is required prior to participation in the sport to complete the registration process.

FOR A SECOND OR THIRD SPORT OF THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR: 

• If an athlete has already completed registration for a team in the fall or winter, the registration process is slightly different.
• Log on to the athlete’s FormRELeaf account and fill-in the “Recertification” information for the new sport.
• Under the Questions and Comments section, select yes for the “Did you complete in a Fall or Winter PIAA sport?” 
• Additional questions will be added to this section and should be answered appropriately. 
• There is no need for another physical to be completed.  However, if the student ended the previous season injured and was unable to participate, they will need to be cleared by a doctor. A signed and dated note from the physician clearing the athlete to return to sports participation will be needed.  This note should be sent to the Head Athletic Trainer, Keith Johnson, for review.

8. Sign (using your mouse/finger/stylus) in those fields where appropriate.  Parent and student signatures are needed for multiple sections
9. When finished, click “Submit." You will receive confirmation from FormRELeaf when you have completed the registration.  Completion of the registration does not mean you/your student are cleared to participate. The Head Athletic Trainer will verify all registrations once submitted.  Once reviewed, including the physical, the registration will be approved, and another email notification will be sent from FormRELeaf.  If there is an issue FormRELeaf will send an email notification of the issue.  If you have not submitted a physical, you will not receive an approved notification for the registration

If you need help at any point of the registration process, you may call FormRELeaf Customer Support, Monday through Saturday at (844) 367-6735.

Walk Through Video of FormRELeaf 
 

The fees for activities helps offset the expenses of extracurricular programs, not only for athletics but also for drama, band, etc.  They contribute to the costs of items such as:

• Coaches’ salaries
• Transportation
• Equipment
• Insurance
• Facility usage

Activity fees should be paid by check or online via PaySchools Central before practice and/or tryouts begin. Checks can be brought to the main office prior to the start of the season.

FAQs about the Activity Fee

Does paying the activity fee guarantee any playing time?
Unfortunately, it does not. All team members benefit from the above listed assets of a program, not just those who play in games.  

Does the District consider the burden of cost for families with several siblings and those students that play multiple sports/activities?
Absolutely. There is an actual cap on fees that can be paid by a single family that also considers the number of activities in which siblings participate. The individual cap is $285.00 and the family cap is $750.00.

How does the District handle hardship cases?
In the case of financial hardship, the Principal or Director of Athletics has the ability to waive an activity fee.

What happens if a student moves or quits a team?  Are refunds issued?
Any student-athlete that does not make a team will receive a full refund. The District's policy does not permit refunds in the case of a student moving, quitting, sustaining an injury or being dismissed from a team for discipline reasons.  

 

All Great Valley High School student athletes are required to complete the NFHS’s course, Bullying, Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors, once a school year. Once completing this free course, student-athletes should save the certificate and send a copy to their coach and to the athletic trainer.

https://nfhslearn.com/courses/bullying-hazing-and-inappropriate-behaviors

No student will be permitted to participate on any athletic team without fully completing the above requirements.