Making School Sports More Inclusive

After the age of 11, many kids lose interest in playing sports at school. When they drop out of teams, they lose the benefits that sports provide. Now a high school in Maryland has figured out how to keep more students interested and engaged. By increasing variety in the sports it offers, among other changes, the school has boosted student participation in and enthusiasm for school sports. Listen to hear the school’s athletic director and a high school senior share their perspectives on making school sports more fun and inclusive.