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PTSD Reminds Parents, Athletes About Concussion Awareness Requirement

Annually, prior to trying out for a sport, all parents and student athletes in grades 7 through 12 are required to participate in and document having successfully completed one of the following, in order for the athlete to practice or play.

The Peters Township Athletic Department is offering parents and student athletes a preseason informational meeting on baseline ImPACT testing, updated knowledge about concussions as a mild traumatic brain injury, treatment, management, and common signs and symptoms of a concussion.

All parents, coaches, and student athletes are strongly encouraged
to attend an informational meeting.

Annually, prior to trying out for a sport, all parents and student athletes in grades
7 through 12 will be required to participate in and document having successfully completed one of the following, in order for the athlete to practice or play:

  • Parents and student athletes could have attended the preseason informational concussion meeting organized by the Peters Township School District. However, this meeting has already taken place.
  • Parents and student athletes may review information pertaining to concussions provided by the district by clicking here. Parents and student athletes must also review the video provided at the annual preseason informational concussion meeting. A link to this video has been provided on the link posted above.
  • Parents and student athletes may also take an approved educational course on concussions. Links to these courses are provided on the district website link here.
Also, a parent/athlete concussion awareness and signature sheet must be returned by Thursday, Aug. 8. That document can be accessed by clicking here.

Still have questions? If so, call the athletic office at 724-941-6250.



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