Student-Athlete Resources

In keeping with the mission and values of the School, the Friends' Central School athletic program shall be governed by National High School Federation rules specific to the individual sport and the Friends Schools League Mission Statement, Constitution, and Sportsmanship Guidelines.

In addition the athletic program will:

• be recognized as an integral part of the School's total educational curriculum;
• be characterized by the highest levels of professional instruction and supervision;
  aspire to achieve and maintain high levels of athletic performance within a moral and ethical framework;
• have as one of its primary goals the safety and welfare of the students;
• provide the opportunity for individual growth and development;
• provide equal opportunity for all members of the School community;
• have all coaches and student-athletes work cooperatively toward a common goal with all coaches and student-athletes from all sports, supporting the efforts of their peers and colleagues;
• strive to make each student's athletic experience a positive, healthy, active and enjoyable part of his or her FCS years.

Choosing a sport at Friends’ Central begins with exploring activities that spark your interest and align with your strengths. Students are encouraged to try new sports, discover their passions, and challenge themselves in a supportive environment. With guidance from coaches and mentors, each student can find the athletic path that best fits their goals and helps them grow.

The FCS Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (S-AAC) is an student-led organization founded to enhance the total student-athlete experience by promoting opportunity and fostering a positive student-athlete image. The mission of  S-AAC at Friends' Central is to promote communication between school administration and student-athletes and to represent the student-athlete voice within the community and will:

• provide feedback and insight into athletics issues;
• generate a student-athlete voice within the campus athletic department and the formulation of policies set forth in the student-athlete handbook;
• build a sense of community involving all teams within the athletic program;
• organize community service efforts;
• create a vehicle for student-athlete representation on other campus committees;
• promote a positive student-athlete that is in keeping with the School mission.

The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is composed of student-athlete leaders who set the agenda, govern meetings, and keep meeting minutes. All student-athletes are encouraged to join, and team captains and leaders are expected to participate while their sport is in season.

Current parents and caregivers can visit this portal page to learn more about eligibility requirements, medical forms, the handbook, and more.

Just like in high school, sports can be an incredible boost to one’s academic and social schooling experience. Businesses seek out athletes because of their experience with leadership, time management and how to effectively work with others toward a common goal. Student-athletes are faster to graduate and more likely to hold leadership positions than their peers. NCAA shares the top ten benefits to being a collegiate athlete. Click here to learn more. 

Click here to learn more about the differences between each division at the college level.

Friends’ Central is here to support student-athletes throughout the college recruiting process, from early planning and building your profile to proactive communication with coaches and careful tracking of deadlines. The path to collegiate athletics is competitive and demanding, and only a small percentage of high school athletes ultimately compete at the college level. Click here to learn more about the Recruiting Process from NCSA College Recruiting. 

Click here to learn more about the eligibility rules in the NCAA. Virtually every student at FCS will maintain eligibility based on our curriculum and a C+ average.

• NCAA Division I Eligibility Guidelines
• NCAA Division II Eligibility Guidelines
• NCAA Division III Eligibility Guidelines