Parents and Students

At its core, the Oregon School Activities Association strives to provide quality programs for high school students throughout Oregon. Parents can be the most influential and positive support group for students as they grow and develop. The following resources will help parents and students in getting the most out of their interscholastic experiences. We encourage you to work closely with your local school and school district to take full advantage of the benefits offered through high school activities.

Mission of the OSAA

The mission of the OSAA is to serve member schools by providing leadership and state coordination for the conduct of interscholastic activities, which will enrich the educational experiences of high school students. The OSAA will work to promote interschool activities that provide equitable participation opportunities, positive recognition and learning experiences to students, while enhancing the achievement of educational goals.

NFHS Learning Center

The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) provides an online learning center with sports and activity related training courses. Some courses are available for free. Check out the NFHS Learning Center for more.

» The Parent Seat
» Positive Parenting Within School Programs
» Social Media
» Several More Courses

OSAA Policies, Forms, and Links

OSAA policies and forms can be found by using the Governance navigational bar at the top of every OSAA webpage. Most of the questions we receive from administrators are on the following topics.

School administrators are well versed when it comes to OSAA rules and policies. We strongly encourage parents to direct questions regarding OSAA policies your local school administration.

Eligibility

Links

Name, Image, and Likeness

This page is designed to help support schools, students, and parents when it comes to Name, Image and Likeness (NIL). The links below will help families navigate this constantly changing landscape.

NIL rights are defined as the three components of a person's right of publicity and NIL rules allow athletes to be compensated for their personal brands with promotions for various services and products. Examples of NIL activities include, but are not limited to: social media promotion, endorsements, appearances, sponsorships, autograph signings, private training camps and clinics, etc.

OSAA Awards Rule

» Rule 8.4 - Awards (updated 10/10/2022)

College Governing Bodies

» NCAA
NCAA Interim NIL Policy (10/26/2022)
NCAA Presumption of a Violation Related to NIL Activities (Jan. 2023)
» NAIA
» NJCAA

Educational Resources for Schools, Students, and Parents

» Eccker Sports
» Eccker Sports - Resource Hub
» Eccker Sports - Courses
» Eccker Sports - Coach Assist
» Eccker Sports - Industry Insights
» Advance NIL Consulting and Education
» Student-Athlete Insights (Consulting and Education)

Oregon State Law (ORS) - Student Athlete Agents

» ORS 702.005
» ORS 702.027
» ORS 702.047

NFHS Support (NFHS Learn)

» Name, Images, Likeness Course

Additional Resources

The following resources provide quality information on pertinent subjects for parents and students.

Beyond High School: College Bound Student Information

The resources below should be utilized as part of a larger collaboration of efforts among the student, parents, coaches, school administrators, and college compliance or admissions personnel.

Scholarship Resources

Higher Education Coordinating Commission

The Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC) is dedicated to ensuring that all Oregon students have equitable access to financial aid, scholarships, and resources to support their higher education and career aspirations.

OSAA’s partnership with OSAC is a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and equitable athletic environment. To learn more about financial aid and resources visit OregonStudentAid.gov

OnPoint Community Credit Union - Scholar Program

OnPoint Community Credit Union has been the title sponsor of the OSAA State Championships since 2018. OnPoint was founded in 1932 by 16 schoolteachers and we are committed to strengthening local education by supporting students, schools and educators in Oregon and SW Washington. OnPoint Community Credit Union sponsors the Scholar Program, recognizing Scholar Athletes and Activity Scholars who are graduating seniors at OSAA member schools.

OSAA’s partnership with OnPoint Community Credit Union supports thousands of Oregon high school students who benefit from the numerous OSAA activities that enrich their education. We are proud to be a small part of their educational journey. To learn more about the Scholar program visit osaa.org/awards/scholar

AAA - Hispanic Metro Chamber Scholarship

AAA stands for Safety, Mobility and Community, as a proud partner of the OSAA - AAA offers a scholarship through the Hispanic Metro Chamber. Since 1997, the Hispanic Chamber has conducted annual fundraising to award scholarships to Latino students. To date we have awarded over $3 million to over 1,165 students throughout Oregon and SW Washington.

To learn more about the Hispanic Metro Chamber and their scholarship opportunity visit HispanicChamberScholarship2025

United States Navy

The US Navy is a proud partner of the OSAA, and are looking for students that represent their main values: Determination, Hard Work, Perseverance, and Sacrifice. The Navy offers a premier opportunity - The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) is a scholarship program that provides full tuition, stipends, summer training cruises and more so you can enjoy a traditional college experience while preparing to serve as a Naval Officer.

To learn more about the US Navy's opportunities and resources visit Navy Careers, Benefits & Education.

United States Army

The United States Army is a proud partner of the OSAA, the US Army provides many opportunities to get involved and start on your path to become a US Army Soldier.

The Minuteman Scholarship provides full tuition and fees or room and board ($12,000 per year) for up to four years at a public or private school, along with a number of other financial education incentives. This program provides well-trained officers to the Reserve Components and improves the total Army force.

To learn more about the Minuteman Scholarship visit goarmy.com/MinutemanCampaign

The GI Bill helps pay for schooling, trainings, and certifications to support your career goals both during and after your time with the Army. You’ll need to serve three years to access its full benefits.

To learn more about the GI Bill visit goarmy.com/GI-Bill

The Army’s Tuition Assistance program helps Soldiers in active duty, the Army Reserve, or the Army National Guard with up to $4,000 annually towards school or professional training.

To learn more about Tuition Assistance visit goarmy.com/training

The Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) offers scholarships that help cover the cost of your tuition and school supplies while you work towards becoming a commissioned Army Officer. Army ROTC pays for your tuition while you go to college and train to become an Army Officer. It’s offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities. Get the college experience and graduate as a second lieutenant in the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard. High school students who apply for ROTC are eligible for scholarships covering up to the full cost of tuition based on merit and grades, plus $420 per month for personal expenses and $1,200 per year for books.

To learn more about The Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) visit goarmy.com/rotc

Jiffy Lube of Oregon & SW Washington

Jiffy Lube is a proud partner of the OSAA and proud to support high school students in the Greater Portland and Salem Areas with the Jiffy Lube "What Drives You?" Scholarship Program. The Jiffy Lube "What Drives You?" High School Scholarship program is a unique opportunity to pursue your interests, goals and ideas. A simple 500 words about what drives you? Finalist essays will be selected from the 500 word “What Drives You?” essays. Each finalist will be guaranteed a minimum $1,500 award if they create and submit a unique 1-2 min. video that expands on their essay in their own candid words, visuals, etc. The overall $4,500 scholarship winner will be chosen from these videos.

To learn more about the "What Drives You?" Scholarship Program and to see past winners visit JiffyLubegfl.com

Moda Health

Moda Health is pleased to sponsor the OSAA. Moda has sponsored the Player of the Game / Athlete of the Meet program since the 2010-2011 school year. Moda's scholarship program is open for All 2024-2025 varsity students in OSAA-sanctioned activities are eligible to apply for a scholarship. To apply, a student must write a personal essay describing areas in which he or she has demonstrated leadership through involvement in academics, co-curricular activities, and community organizations. Two letters of recommendation are also required.

If you participated in a sanctioned OSAA Activity during the 2024-2025 school year and want to apply visit Moda Health Scholarship

Oregon Seed Council

The Oregon Seed Council will be offering three college scholarships this year in the amounts of $2,000, $1,000 and $500. A scholarship committee will review applications, conduct interviews and choose the scholarship recipients. The scholarship will be available for college bound students who come from a farm involved in seed production, have worked on a seed farm or have worked for a seed company. High school seniors, home school seniors, or current college students are eligible.

OSAA’s partnership with the Oregon Seed Council is a step towards a more sustainable future. To learn more about the Oregon Seed Council and thier scholarship opportunities visit OregonSeedCouncil.org

Oregon Army National Guard

The Oregon Army National Guard is a proud partner of the OSAA and OACA. When a student joins the Oregon Army National Guard, they're joining a team with purpose and setting themselves up for a successful future. Our part-time Soldiers serve locally and gain job skills and leadership experience; plus, they get a head start on a civilian career.

To learn more about our 100% tuition assistance and 100+ career fields, visit OregonArmyGuard.com. To get connected with a local Recruiter to explore the many ways Guard service can accelerate your path, fill out the contact form at: OregonArmyGuard.com/Contact.