Do high schools put too much emphasis on athletics?
139424
Athletics provide an outlet for America's Youth.  As I've always said, "Kids do stupid things when they're bored."  Athletics provides young people something to do, so they don't get in trouble and is especially important this day in age when most children are growing up in families where their parents are working jobs when they come home from school.  As mentioned, athletics does teach teamwork and discipline.  What has hurt athletics is that it has become less about the game and more about an investment.  If a young high school basketball player is great, he is looked at as an investment because he may have the potential to make millions in the NBA.  \nAlso young people are put under a tremendous amount of pressure because the potential to make millions of dollars.  The game is no longer played for fun, but is an opportunity to secure one's future.
632632
Yes-they have to work just as hard if not harder then other high school athletes. Especially in competitive cheerleading.
609743
Play everything, because high school and Jr. High are fun like that.  I ended up playing running back and free saftey but on JV and C team I played D-line, tightend, reciever, QB get a feel for it all that way if you want/have to play a different position at the college level it's not that brand new to you. I was a lil guy in Jr high and high school 5'7 155 after I got to college I grew but do it all man. Don't limit yourself to just one sport do swimming, tennis, hoops all that skill pays off in the long run, And youre 12 what else do you have to do.
772338
Because although sports are great physical activity and great for school spirit, they are only a small part of the school experience and what you learn in school is more important than how you do in school sports.
1040901
Academics are your first priority in school. Like it or not. Even at the college level, I had to keep a 3.0 minimum grade point average. If you can't dedicate yourself to your studies, then what is there to make the coaches think that you're going to dedicate yourself to your sport? Remember too that people who are on school teams are representing that school in all aspects, not just for the sport.
710582
I think the answer to the sports part is too obvious.  Boys are stronger than girls.  Boys are rougher than girls.  Girls cannot compete physically.  The only benefit I can see for separating the sexes during school is so that their minds won't wander so much.  Maybe they would pay more attention to their work.
855613
I've heard that less than 1% of all high school athletes make it to the big leagues (like the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB). \n\nGo with Education. Its the best route.
391179
I don't agree that athletes aren't smart, but I do agree that they receive preferential treatment. In my highschool, athletes generally do not receive penalties for wrongdoings, such as lateness, truancy, academic failures, and crimes against teachers and students. In college, athletes receive first choice on course registration, housing, and sometimes grading curves. I'm not saying all schools do this, but the ones I attended certainly did.\n\nIn my schools, it was because athletics are an important part of the school's image. Schools look more competant and successful when their sports teams are winning. If athletes had to miss practice because they have a conflicting exam or they were late for school too many times, that would trickle down and reflect poorly on the school's image. \n\nThe American dream is to seem successful, powerful, and physically fit, especially for youth, so this is valued above many other talents. But it goes the same for other students in prominent positions, like the Harvard-bound straight-A students in highschool (where their downfalls get swept under the carpet) or students who hold office in college organizations.\n\nI wouldn't say that all athletes get treatment they don't deserve, though, because it's really just the stereotypical "jocks" that stand out to us non-athletes. It's always the obnoxious, cocky football player that fails all his exams, but always passes his courses. But he's just one member of the team. The good guys who work hard both in the classroom and on the field end up with a bad rep because of the team slackers.
1050310
as long as you focus on what's really important to you & you do the best you can in anything you do,then it's ok.but,i think your teacher knows the real potential in you,that's why she insisted on you coming for reviews.taking part in extra curricular activities is fun & necessary,but if it clashes with your schoolwork,then,that's a problem...if you really want to get higher than 78,i think you should focus more on your studies rather than your sport.never mind the past,you still have lots of chances,even in getting an 'A'!so,just give it your best shot & see what happens.good luck!
1057745
because the schools mostly concentrate on american footy and ice hocky etc
1008658
You think too much of stuff. Just transfer schools.
98395
I think every high school is different, but 2 classes is definitely not enough. Most community colleges require 12 units to be considered full-time.
243692
If I had to guess, I'd say lacrosse--I see it popping up in high schools in unusual places, which feed into college programs (men's AND women's), which feed into....?  No way to prove it--just a hunch...
452034
One is health. The nation is getting fat since there is a change from agriculture to desk jobs. It is easier to learn when you are in shape and exercise maybe more restful than relaxing for school work. \nThe sports programs are for a few individuals. Football costs a great deal to provide help for a few students.\nMore than a third of college aggressive behavior are from athletics with about 1/2 the conviction rate.\nPersonally I have been better off at colleges without a successful football team and would recommend looking for colleges that do not emphasis football.
494194
It depends on how much work you put into it. Public school can, in fact, be really hard if you take Advanced Placement Classes, but it's worth it if you're up for a challenge. As for the rumors about the way freshmen are treated badly, those are pretty much false. Get involved. Join clubs to meet new people, go out for a sports team, or join the band. That way you'll meet kids with interests similar to yours, and you'll make friends quickly. The more you get involved, the more fun you'll have. High school can be a blast if you put effort into it!
772861
sure there is more attention to you, as people must think a freshman making a varsity team is really good. however, the coaches know what you've got, and they wouldnt have put u on the team just to make u feel bad. They know you will contribute to the team. just do what you always do; furthermore, as much attention may be drawn to you, people know that you're only a freshman. dont worry about what other people think. play ur game
237700
High School baseball will open more doors for you. you may not be competitive but when you plan to go to colleges, the schools you apply to will look at your transcripts and see that you played HS baseball and contributed to your school in other ways than just attending school. Your coaches can also be used as references for colleges and jobs. It also gives you an opportunity to make friends with people you go to school with. Making friends can't be a bad thing.