Athletics & Activities

At Ferndale High School we have many summer activities available to our students. We have school camps, spring and summer practices, open gyms, open weight room, 7 on 7 passing competitions, as well as team camps, and scrimmages with other schools.

It is important that all parties involved understand the procedures and responsibilities necessary to participate in school sponsored summer activities. Summer activities are those activities that take place the first day following the WIAA spring tournaments through July 31.
Athletics/Activities at Ferndale High School: Open Gym/Weight Room, Camps, Spring and Summer practices and competitions with other schools.

Athletes/Activity participants must have an up to date online eligibility form completed, and athletes must have an up to date physical.

Activities that are not held at Ferndale: team camps, competitions at other schools/towns

Athletes/Activity participants must have an up to date online eligibility form, and athletes must have an up to date physical. Additionally, students must follow the transportation guidelines listed below.

Transportation Guidelines to Events outside of Whatcom County:

•District vehicles will be the primary source of transportation.

•If District vehicles are not available; transportation will be arranged by the Coaches, utilizing private vehicles and car pooling. No 15-passenger vans allowed.

•Regardless, of whether District vehicles or private vehicles are utilized all drivers must be over 21 and must have filled out proper approval forms.

•Under no conditions may students drive themselves or others to away events outside of Whatcom County.

Transportation Guidelines to Events in Whatcom County:

•Transportation to summer events in Whatcom County are the sole responsibility of the participant and/or parent/guardian.

•Ferndale School District neither provides nor supervises transportation to any summer events in Whatcom County.

•The school district’s insurance policy does not cover injuries associated with private transportation, therefore, each student and parent are assuming the risks associated with the transportation to and from Summer events in Whatcom County.

In choosing to let your student participate in athletics or activities, you agree to hold harmless and indemnify, in case of accident or injury, the Ferndale School District, its employees, agents or volunteers.

Students in grades 6 through 12 enjoy an array of activities and athletics in the Ferndale School District.

We know that students who are involved in aftershool activities and sports are more successful in academics.

Visit the links below to learn more about each school's Athletics and Activities.

Ferndale High School Athletics Information

Horizon Middle School Athletic Information

Vista Middle School Athletic Information

FHS Golden Eagles

Register on FinalForms To be eligible to participate in practice and competition, a parent/guardian must create an account and register their student annually online through FinalForms. Please see the attached FinalForms Parent Playbook to get started.   It is highly recommended you start your registration as soon as possible so that we can send you follow up information over the Summer.  Registration on FinalForms will be open throughout the Summer and close at the beginning of the school year. Ferndale FinalForms Registration Link:
https://ferndale-wa.finalforms.com/
 
Physicals All students must have a physical on file with their school’s main office to participate in practice and competition. It is important that you make an appointment with your primary medical provider far in advance, so it is complete before the seasons starts.  Note, Ferndale School District will be offering a Sports Physical Night on August 15, 2023 from 5:30-7 pm at the Ferndale High School Gym.  Another good option is to go to the PeaceHealth Same-Day Clinic at Cordata Main; they offer sports physicals on a walk-in basis for $75.00. Peace Health at 3015 Squalicam Parkway in Bellingham is also offering scheduled sports physicals on June 28, 2023; July 27, 2023; and on August 16, 2023 for  $75;  call 360-733-2092 to schedule an appointment.
 
Other Eligibility Requirements 

• Purchase an Associated Student Body Card for $40 at your school’s main office. If your family financial situation makes it difficult to pay for an ASB card, please see a staff in the main office. 
• Have current health insurance for your student.  Please contact your school’s office if you need to purchase school insurance. (FinalForms)
• Read concussion and cardiac arrest information.  (FinalForms)
• Read and sign the co-curricular code. (Final Forms)
• Sign off on risk statement forms and sport-specific safety guidelines (FinalForms) 

2023-2024 Required Vaccinations and Immunizations                   There is a new vaccination requirement for ALL students attending Washington State public schools.  To have your student prepared to start school on time, as well as be eligible for Fall middle school athletics – you will want to read the info below.  

School nurses are recommending parents make an appointment with your student’s Health Care Provider NOW to complete and address the following:

• Any required Vaccinations – Per WA State law, students are required to be up to date with all required immunizations on or before the first day of school attendance.
• Sign up for MyIR (My Immunization Record) to access your and your family’s immunization records through the Washington State immunization system.

Life-Threatening Conditions and Medication Orders

IMPORTANT REMINDER: if your student has a life-threatening or serious health condition which requires them to have emergency medication at school, your student WILL NOT BE CLEARED to participate in school activities or sports until their emergency medication orders and current unexpired medication has been delivered to your school’s main office.

• Medication/Inhaler/EpiPen forms required for medications to be taken or to have available at school (new orders required every school year).
• Any emergency treatment plans your student requires for Asthma, Diabetes, Life Threatening Allergies, Seizures and other life-threatening conditions. 
• If your student is followed by Seattle Children’s Hospital for their health condition (ex: diabetes) and you do not have a scheduled appointment between now and the start of school to update school orders, they have instructed schools to encourage families to contact Children’s as soon as possible - don’t wait until August.  By using MyChart parents can request the required school orders for 2023-2024 school year.

Whatcom County Pre-Participation Sports Physical Exam Form

Middle or high school students wanting to be eligible to participate in athletics or activities in a Ferndale School District athletic/activity will need to complete the following:

•  Purchase an Associated Student Body Card (ASB Card).
•  Show regular school attendance for the previous semester.
•  Maintain passing grades in all classes or attend three study table sessions per week until passing all classes.
•  Have an up-to-date physical on file (Athletes Only).*
•  Have current health insurance.**
•  Pay all school fines.
•  Athletes pay participation fee by the start of their season.
•  Have parent and student complete the registration through FinalForms. https://ferndale-wa.finalforms.com/

Ferndale High School believes participation in athletics improves physical fitness, coordination, self-discipline, and gives students valuable opportunities to learn important social and life skills.

With this in mind it is important that we do as much as possible to create and maintain an enjoyable and safe environment. As a parent/guardian or student you play a vital role in protecting participants and helping them get the best from sport.

Player and parental education in this area is crucial which is the reason for the Concussion Management and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness pamphlet you received. Refer to it regularly.
This form must be signed annually by the parent/guardian and student prior to participation in “Name of School / School District” athletics. If you have questions regarding any of the information provided in the pamphlet, please contact the athletic director at your school.

BY CLICKING ON THE LINKS IN THE ONLINE ELIGIBILITY FORMS, YOU HAVE AGREED THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THE CONCUSSION RECOGNITION AND SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST AWARENESS PAMPHLETS

Remember these important steps:

1. Make sure you have hit the final Submit button on the Online Forms page of Family Access.
2. Have your student sign into their Student Access account to electronically sign the one-page form in their account.
3. Have your student check in with the ASB office to make sure they do not have any fines.
4. Pay ASB and Annual Participation Fes prior to participating in any Sport or Activity. 
5. Check in with Athletic/Activity office to make sure student is passing all classes and that all paperwork is completed. Student will receive a clearance slip to give to their coach
6. Contact your school’s office for any questions.

The opportunity to participate in the co-curricular program at Ferndale High School is a privilege available to all students of the district. Participants in these voluntary programs are expected to conform to Board Policy 3200 and specific conduct standards established by principals and coaches/advisors. As participants, students are faced with choices. If the choices they make interfere, impede, or hinder their personal or group performance, or render them unfit to serve as representatives of Ferndale High School, they may forfeit the privilege to participate. A participant found to be in violation of any rule is subject to corrective action as specified in the code. Provision has been made for a participant to appeal a sanction and that process is explained in this document.

Definition of Co-Curricular Activities

The cocurricular program includes athletics, clubs, student government, leadership, cheerleading, and other activities sponsored by Ferndale High School that are outside of the regular curriculum.

FHS ASB Extracurricular Report (Click to view)

ASB Card and Athletic Participation Data Report (Click to view)

Gap Closing Plan 2023-2024

*Physicals: Athletes need to have a current physical on file. Physicals are good for 2 years. Incoming 9th graders need to have a current physical. A physical completed within a 9th graders middle school participation in the 2-year window would have to say “For High School Participation” or it would NOT be acceptable by the WIAA (Washington Interscholastic Activities Association)

**Insurance: If your family does not have health care, you may purchase a student insurance policy through the FHS athletic office or you may click on the link K&K Insurance Group at www.StudentInsurance-kk.com for student accident insurance enrollment. If for some reason you are unable to complete the online eligibility form, please contact your school’s office.

2019-2020 Student Accident Coverage (English)

2019-2020 Student Accident Coverage (Spanish)

Admission is charged for Football, Volleyball, Basketball and Wrestling Events

District High School Students with ASB Card may attend games free of charge.

Note: Elementary-age students without an accompanying adult will not be allowed admission.

• Adults and High School Students (including visiting students) without ASB Card -  $7.00 
• Punch Cards: $40
• Punch Cards allow admission to 10 FHS home events excluding NWL Jamborees, post-season tournaments and away events.
• Visiting High School Students with ASB Card - $5.00
• Elementary and Middle School Students WITH Proper Supervision - $5.00
• Middle School WITHOUT proper supervision - $7.00
• Senior Citizens (Age 62 and older): $5.00
• Senior Gold Cards: $5 for a yearly pass
• Senior Gold Cards give you admission to all Ferndale School District home events including athletics, plays, concerts and any other event with charged admission. 

Admission to District Playoff Games:
Adults and Students without ASB Cards - $7.00
High School Students with ASB Cards - $5.00
Children and Senior Citizens (age 62 and older) - $4.00