Effective for the 2026-2027 season, the IHSSA 9th grade membership will now become the 8th/9th grade membership. The IHSSA will follow the applicable sections of HF2591 for interscholastic IGHSAU/IHSAA athletics. Participation in IHSSA for eighth-graders is based upon local school district decisions.
For additional information about eighth-grade participation and implementation, please refer to this FAQ DOCUMENT LINK.
