NFHS Coaches
Education Program
Oregon Athletic
Coaches Association

COACHES

School coaches are tremendously important educators who have the opportunity to make lasting impressions on students as they learn lifelong lessons through participation in activities. Thank you for your efforts in developing your students. We hope you'll find this page helpful in reaching your goals.

OSAA Policies and Forms OSAA policies and forms can be found by using the OSAA Handbook link (see right). Most of the questions we receive from coaches are on the following topics. » Coaches Certification Requirement | » NFHS Coaches Education Program
» OSAA Coaches Code of Ethics
» Ejection Policies
» Fall Practice Model | » Heat Index Calculator | OSAA Heat Index Record » PDF | » Excel
» Moratorium Week
» Participation Limitations by Sport
» Practice Limitation Rule (Rule of Two)
NFHS 2009-10 Rules Books Order Forms » PDF | » Excel
» Spectator Conduct Policies
» Transfers to an Affiliated Team/Coach

Additional Resources The following resources provide quality information on pertinent subjects for high school coaches. » NFHS Case for High School Activities
» OSAA Classifieds and Coaches Openings
» OSAA Anti-Hazing Flyer | » NFHS Hazing Information
» NFHS Rule Changes and Updates (search by sport)
» OSAA 09-10 Rules Exam (PDF) | » OSAA 09-10 Rules Exam Key (PDF) | » OSAA 09-10 Rules Exam (Powerpoint)
» OSAA Sportsmanship Guidebook | » OSAA Sportsmanship Flyer
» Host Venue Guidelines | » Sample Pre-Game PSA
» OSAA Title IX Memo | » » Standard Language of Title IX | » Suggestions for Improving Equal Opportunity
» NFHS Title IX Brochure | » Title IX Self-Audit Tool | » Title IX Resource Center
» Charitable Causes Policy

Professional Organizations The OSAA works closely with several professional organizations that provide excellent resources for high school coaches. Follow the links below for additional information. » Oregon Athletic Coaches Association (OACA)
» Oregon Cheerleading Coaches Association (OCCA)
» Dance Drill Coaches Association (DDCA)
» Oregon High School Speech League Coaches Association (OHSSL)
» National Federation Coaches Association (NFCA)
» National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) | » NCAA Eligibility Center
» National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)