The Maryland State Department of Education just announced that public school closure will be extended through Friday, April 24. Additionally, as a correction, learning packets are not available at City Rec Centers. Beginning Monday, March 30, learning packets will be available at the 18 City Schools meal sites.
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Physical health is an essential aspect of overall well-being. In addition to physical education as part of the school curriculum, middle and high school students can compete in interscholastic athletics outside the regular school day.
By playing on a school team, students
- Increase physical fitness
- Develop physical skills, including strength, coordination and endurance
- Build self-reliance and emotional maturity
- Broaden interpersonal experiences that result in social growth and understanding in human relations
- Gain opportunities to develop mental acuity and effective problem-solving skills
And school teams contribute to the well-being of the entire school by promoting
- Understanding and appreciation of the place of athletics in American culture
- Ideals of good sportsmanship
- School morale and student involvement in school
- The school as a community that includes current students, families, staff, alumni, patrons, partners and friends
Contact individual schools to find out which sports they offer.