Athletics | Athletic Placement Process | Coaching

NYS Regulations of the Commissioner

Amendment of Sections 135.1 and 135.4 (7/29/26)
Amendments relating to the Athletic Placement Process and the use of the Tanner Sexual Maturity Scale. Outlines the duties of the school medical director and clarifies and codifies the requirements for health examination before tryouts begin and clearance to participate in athletic activities.   

Commissioner Regulation 135 Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Section 135.4 outlines the minimum requirements for coaches in public schools.

Commissioner Regulation 136.5 Concussion Management and Awareness

Commissioner Regulation 136.9 Sudden Cardiac Arrest

 See Also:

• Guidelines & Memos - Athletics | Athletic Placement Process | Coaching
• Athletics Resource Page
• Athletic Placement Process Resource Page

 Page Updated 7/31/26