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ACADEMICS & RESOURSES 

Academics & Resources

Scholarships, scholar recognition, safety standards, and resources for parents and coaches.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship & Academic Programs

Participation Eligibility
Pop Warner requires scholastic aptitude for participation. Current standard: 2.0 GPA / 70% equivalent, subject to national rules and alternative procedures. Verify current requirements before each season.
All-American Scholar
Pop Warner recognizes student-athletes who excel academically. All-American Scholar recognition criteria and requirements are determined by current national Pop Warner rules. Check official sources for current standards.
Scholarship Opportunities
National and regional scholarship opportunities may be available to qualifying Pop Warner participants. Criteria, deadlines, award amounts, and eligibility are subject to current official program rules.

Accuracy Rule: Never describe a scholarship as guaranteed. If a Maryland summary differs from a current official national rule, the current official source governs. For scholar recognition, required parent/guardian consent must be obtained before publishing.

SAFETY

Player Safety Standards

Contact limitations in football practice to reduce injury risk

Mandatory coach education and certification requirements

Background checks required for coaches and volunteers

Removal of certain higher-risk activities for younger divisions

Concussion return-to-play protocols required for all programs

Weather and emergency procedures for game-day safety

RESOURSES

Parent, Coach & Official Resources

Parent Handbook

Registration checklist​

Required documents

What to expect at practices

Weather & emergency procedures

Coach Resources

Application steps and local deadlines

Official certification requirements

Background check information

Conduct standards and training dates

National Rules & Forms

Current national rule book

Pop Warner national forms

Eastern Region resources

Official FAQ source

Questions? Contact Maryland Pop Warner

All public inquiries route to info@mdpopwarner.com

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