Ditching paper might sound daunting, especially when there are so many regulations, signatures, and deadlines. But with the right approach—and the right team—it’s not just possible, it’s transformational. Here’s how to guide your school through a smooth, compliant transition to paperless processes, starting with sports physicals and beyond.
As a parent, life changes quickly, and sometimes you need to make updates to the forms you've already submitted for your student athlete. Whether it’s a new medical condition, an updated emergency contact, or changes to your preferences, FinalForms makes it easy to update any form—even after you’ve submitted it.
Let’s walk through how to make these updates and ensure your student’s records are always up-to-date.
As an athletic director, adding coaches to your sports roster in FinalForms should be simple and seamless. Whether you’ve just hired a new coach or need to update your staff, FinalForms makes it easy to add coaches and ensure they have the right access to your athletes' information. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get it done.
As an athletic director, keeping track of coach certifications is crucial for ensuring safety, compliance, and the continued success of your sports programs. FinalForms offers a streamlined way to track coach certifications, whether you're adding new certifications, managing expiration dates, or applying certifications in bulk. Let’s walk through the simple process of managing coach certifications in FinalForms.
Adding a sport in FinalForms is a straightforward process, but there are a few details to consider to ensure everything is set up for smooth registration. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started.
When managing sports teams, one of the common challenges coaches and administrators face is incomplete forms. Why does this happen, and how can we fix it? Let's break it down.
The NFHS has announced an exciting five-year partnership with FinalForms, marking a pivotal step forward in athletic administration. As the Official Student Registration and Compliance Partner, FinalForms joins the NFHS as a Corporate Champion, furthering a shared mission to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and support education-based athletics nationwide.
As an athletic director or school administrator, one of the most common questions you may have is: How do I get my coaches to use FinalForms?
Coach Clay, the CEO and co-founder of FinalForms, knows firsthand the challenges coaches face. With limited time and so many responsibilities, it can be tough to get coaches to fully adopt a new system. But FinalForms is designed to make the process as easy as possible.
Lake Washington School District (LWSD) has made a significant shift towards digital efficiency and safety by implementing key online forms to safeguard its athletic department and coaching staff. In our latest article, 21 (Yes, 21) Forms You Should Have Your Coaches Sign Every Year, we explore how LWSD has streamlined documentation to enhance program protection and reduce administrative workload.
John Appelgate, LWSD’s District Athletic Director, emphasizes the power of having accessible, up-to-date information: "Our forms give us real-time insights into our coaches compliance and safety, allowing us to act swiftly when it matters most."
With these digital forms, essential data is just a few clicks away for the LWSD team. This convenience doesn’t just protect athletes; it frees up coaches to focus on what they do best. "With these forms, our coaches can focus on coaching instead of paperwork, knowing compliance is covered," adds Lance Gatter, Assistant District Athletic Director.
If your program is looking to level up safety, accountability, and ease of use, check out 20 Must-Have Online School Forms for K12 Athletic Programs to learn from LWSD’s approach.
As a parent of a student athlete, keeping up with physicals and other important forms can feel like a lot to manage. At FinalForms, we’ve made the process simpler, so you can focus on what matters most—your student’s health, wellness, and performance. If you’re wondering how to update your athlete’s physical through our platform, Coach Clay (CEO and Co-founder of FinalForms) has a quick and easy guide to walk you through the process.