The NYA Athletic and Health Offices have established a statement of policy for sports related health issues and concerns.

Physical exam forms are required to be on file for all students. Upper School forms should be submitted to the Health Office before the start of pre-season (early August prior to start of school), and Middle School forms before Labor Day. All physicals must be dated within 23 months.

If a physician diagnoses a condition that limits or prohibits a student’s participation in athletics for an extended period of time, a written note from the doctor describing the limitations is required. The physician must also document in writing when it is determined that the student can resume the activity specifying the degree of participation and/or the time frame within which the student will resume various aspects of their athletic commitment. All documentation should be on the physician’s letterhead.