Welcome to our guide on the recent updates to the Participation Survey! We’re excited to share what has changed and what remains the same, ensuring you have all the information you need to navigate this transition smoothly.

The Participation Survey continues to collect aggregate participation counts, providing valuable insights into sports participation across various demographics.

NFHS will still receive summary participation data categorized by sport, gender, and season, ensuring consistency in the information collected.

States maintain their authority over the collection methods, timelines, and communication processes, allowing for flexibility in how data is gathered.

NFHS has transitioned from UpMetrics to FinalForms as the new survey platform. This change aims to enhance user experience and streamline the data collection process.

States now have access to a variety of tools designed to streamline the collection and validation of data, should they choose to utilize these resources.

The transition to FinalForms supports several key objectives:

• Long-term sustainability

• Improved data consistency

• Reduced manual effort over time

• Alignment with modern data governance practices

Importantly, this transition does not require states to change how they collect data, ensuring a smooth adaptation to the new platform.

We hope this overview helps clarify the updates to the Participation Survey. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to support@finalforms.com.