High School Athletic schedules can be found on Bound at this link.

Annual athlete registration in Bound is required for all student-athletes in grades 7–12 in order to participate in any athletic practices or competitions.

If your athlete is under 18, a parent/guardian must complete registration through Bound.

Please complete the registration to ensure your student-athlete is eligible to begin participation This must be completed before the first day of practices.

Select the programs your student-athlete is intending to participate in. If you don’t select all of the programs now, you will be required to enter the information later. If the student-athlete decides to not participate in a program selected during registration, no additional action will be needed.

What You’ll Need Before Registering:

• A completed physical form
• You must upload the last page, titled "Medical Eligibility Form," to Bound. If a different form is used, you must upload the pages that provide the following information:
  • Date of exam
  • Doctor’s signature
  • Medical eligibility confirmation
• Consent for the Concussion/Brain Injury form is part of the Bound registration process. You are NOT required to upload this document.

Athlete Registration Links and Instructions

Step by Step Bound Registration Instructions: Link
Bound Login: Link  Login on a desktop, I-Pad, laptop computer or an I-phone only! You will have better luck with the process.
Instructions to upload the Physcial Form: https://intercom.help/boundhq/en/articles/8288335-how-to-upload-a-physical

Need Assistance:

If you’re having trouble logging in or uploading the physical form, click the green button in the bottom right corner of the Bound site for support.

Additional questions? Contact:

• Jake Stenberg –jacobstenberg@ccaschools.org
• Ashley Iehl-brown – AshleyIehlbrown@ccaschools.org

STUDENT ATHLETE FORMS:

The following forms are required for all students participating in school athletic programs.

Concussion Brain Injury Form - English

Concussion Brain Injury Form - Spanish

Iowa Athletic Preparticipation Physical Examination - English

Supplemental Provider Attestation for 8th Grade Student Participation in High School Athletics

2026-2027 Athlete/Parent Handbook PDF

CCA 8th Grade Participation in HS Athletics Administrative Regulation

As we prepare for the upcoming 2026 school year, we want to share an update regarding Iowa's recently enacted HF2591, legislation that allows eligible 8th grade students to participate in high school athletics.

The purpose of this regulation is to establish a consistent process for evaluating requests for 8th grade student participation in high school activities in accordance with Iowa law and district policy. Participation at the high school level as an 8th grade student is considered an exception and shall be approved only when it is determined to be in the best interests of both the student and the district's educational and extracurricular programs.

Review Process

Step 1 – Head Coach Recommendation

The review process begins with a recommendation from the head varsity coach. The coach shall determine whether participation by an 8th grade student is appropriate based on the needs of the program and whether the student demonstrates the potential to meaningfully contribute at the high school level.

A favorable recommendation from the head coach does not guarantee approval for participation.

Step 2 – Administrative Review

If recommended by the head coach, the Activities Director and building administration shall conduct an individual review of the student. The purpose of the review is to determine whether participation at the high school level is in the best interests of both the student and the district's educational and extracurricular programs.

Factors considered may include, but are not limited to:

• Athletic skill and competitive readiness.
• Physical maturity and safety considerations, including the student's Preparticipation Physical Evaluation (Sports Physical) and the Supplemental Provider Attestation for 8th Grade Student Participation in High School Athletics. The district may consider the healthcare provider's assessment of the student's overall medical clearance, growth and physical development, musculoskeletal health, cardiovascular and neurological health, emotional and psychosocial maturity, and whether participation at the requested level of competition is medically appropriate. - Educational, emotional, and social readiness, including academic standing, attendance, behavior, maturity, and the student's ability to successfully transition into a high school environment.
• Character, citizenship, and behavioral history.
• The student's long-term athletic and educational development.
• The impact on both the middle school and high school programs.
• Roster size, participation opportunities, and overall program needs.
• Applicable eligibility requirements established by the district and governing organizations.
• Any other factors determined to be relevant to the student's success or the best interests of the student and the district.

No single factor shall be solely determinative. Each request shall be evaluated individually, and approval may be granted, denied, or limited based upon the totality of the information considered during the review process.

Step 3 – Final Determination

Following the review, the Activities Director, in consultation with the building principal and superintendent or designee, shall determine whether participation is appropriate.

All decisions shall be made with consideration for the student's overall well-being, the integrity of district programs, and the educational mission of the Clear Creek Amana Community School District.

Approval may be granted, denied, or limited based upon the findings of the review.

Participation during one season or activity does not guarantee approval for future seasons, activities, or school years.

Students who are not approved for participation as 8th graders remain fully eligible to participate and compete for high school roster opportunities upon entering 9th grade in accordance with the district's standard team selection procedures.

The district reserves the right to modify or discontinue an approved placement if circumstances change or continued participation is no longer determined to be in the best interests of the student or the district.

Additional Information

The Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) have developed a Frequently Asked Questions document that explains the new legislation and addresses many of the questions families may have regarding eligibility and participation.

HF2591 FAQ

For Questions, Contact:

Jake Stenberg
Activities Director
jacobstenberg@ccaschools.org
319-545-2361
CCA High School

Ashley Iehl-Brown
Assistant Activities Director
ashleyiehlbrown@ccaschools.org
319-545-2361
CCA High School