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District athletics participation edges up; students awarded seals of biliteracy
Summary
Jacksonville North Pulaski reported a small increase in athletic participation and celebrated individual accomplishments, including students receiving seals of biliteracy and wrestlers signing to play at Central Baptist College.
District athletic staff reported a modest increase in participation at Jacksonville High School, with 453 athletes this year—about a 1% increase from the previous year—and highlighted several competitive milestones.
The athletic presentation noted grade-point-average comparisons for participating athletes, and singled out firsts this year including a new “Tri Match” event, a female wrestler who qualified for and won a match at the state level, two wrestlers signing to play at Central Baptist College, and the track team’s first combined boys-and-girls meet win. The presenter described an exciting 4x200 relay victory and praised coaches and supporters for growing participation.
Separately, the board presented seals of biliteracy to students: Noah Stangle received seals in Spanish and German and will receive a certificate and medal; Adrian Rodriguez was also listed as a recipient. The recognition was presented during the student-recognition portion of the meeting.
Ending: Athletic staff framed the season as a period of growth and milestones; students receiving seals of biliteracy were acknowledged with certificates and medals.
