Culver School District Athletic Volunteers

Ready to become a Volunteer Coach?

Per OSAA regulations, you may not engage with any athletic participants until all of the requirements outlined below have been fully completed.

1. Obtain Approval
Contact the High School or Middle School Athletic Director and the coach of the team you wish to assist to receive approval to volunteer.

2. Create an NFHS Account
Set up an account at NFHS to access required training modules.

3. Notify the Athletic Secretary
Inform the Athletic Secretary of your intent to volunteer. Be sure to include the email address associated with your NFHS account so your training completions can be tracked and reported to the Coach and Athletic Director.

4. Submit Background Check and Volunteer Application
Complete and submit a Background Check and Volunteer Application. Please note: you must have an approved background check on file before participating in any volunteer activities. These must be renewed every two (2) years.

5.Complete Required OSAA Trainings/Certifications
Complete all mandatory OSAA trainings and certifications for the level (Middle School or High School) you are volunteering with.

High School Volunteers: You must complete all OSAA-required training and certifications specific to the sport you intend to coach.

Middle School Volunteers:
– Concussion in Sports – Required annually
– Middle School Football: “Heads Up Football” certification is required 

6. Confirm Completion
Once all requirements are completed, notify the Athletic Secretary so your eligibility can be verified and reported to the Coach and Athletic Director.

7.Previously Completed Requirements
If you have already completed any of the required steps, please email a list of completed items to the Middle School or High School Athletic Secretary.

Need assistance?

Please contact Jodi Henry for assistance at jhenry@culver.k12.or.us or 541-546-2541.