Middle School Cross-Country Off & Running
The second season of middle school cross country is off to a great start, with more than 320 students in grades 6-8 participating so far. Practices are underway, and the eight middle school teams will compete in the first of four meets in early October.
Cross-country is the second district-organized sport offered to students in grades 6–8, joining the spring track program started decades ago. Research suggests school-sponsored sports increases academic achievement, self-esteem, and overall health and development, and 4J seeks to provide more opportunities to provide students those potential benefits.