The mission of the Idaho High School Activities Association is to coordinate, supervise, and direct interscholastic activities which enhance and protect the total educational process of all student participants. All activities programs shall be formulated to promote citizenship and the academic mission of the school.

Home | School Information | Contact The IHSAA     The Idaho High School Activities Association is concerned about the health and safety of Idaho's student athletes. In accordance to Idaho Code 33-1620, we are committed to providing updated and relevant information to our member schools, parents, and student athletes regarding the nature and risk of concussion and head injuries. Introduction Understanding Concussion Why Concussed Kids Must Be Treated With Extra Caution The Importance of Stepwise Return to Play At Home Care: The Dos and Don'ts Making Concussion Assessment More Objective Concussion Turns Catastrophic: Young Athletes Die from Sport-Related Trauma Certified Athletic Trainers: The Front Line for Athletic Health Care Understanding the Effects of Post-Concussion Syndrome    It's Not an Injury Just for Boys... Girls Suffer From Concussions, Too Concussed Athletes Need Help in the Classroom Mouth Guards: The First Line of Protection When it Comes to Concussion, How Many is Too Many? Why Bell-Ringers and Dings Should Be Taken Seriously References & Sources Used (Many thanks to Caroline E. Faure and Idaho State University for providing the preceding information) For additional information, please see the "Coaches Education" link in the left menu for access to the free NFHS online course, "Concussion in Sport".

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