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Athletics director reports participation at highest levels since COVID; pep band top participation
Summary
Athletics and activities director Herb/ Mr. Christiansen reported overall co‑curricular participation at about 68.7%—the highest since COVID—with pep band, football and track among the largest groups and multiple teams qualifying for state or national competitions.
Athletics and activities director Mr. Christiansen reported to the board that student participation in co‑curriculars has rebounded to the highest levels since the COVID pandemic, with an overall participation rate of roughly 68.7 percent.
In his annual report, Christiansen said "there's 123 students in Pep band" and highlighted participation breakdowns by gender and class: he cited a female participation rate of about 69.6 percent and male participation about 67.7 percent, giving an overall rate near 68.7 percent. He noted freshman participation was 74.8 percent and that seniors were the second‑highest participating class, an unusual pattern compared with past years.
The director also highlighted group achievements: academic team (ACCADEC) heading to nationals, musical theater attendance records, multiple state qualifiers (esports, equestrian, track) and student signing days for college athletics. He praised booster club and staff support for activities and said the district’s broad extracurricular offerings (more than 30 clubs and most Wisconsin sports) support improving graduation, test scores and attendance trends.
Board members thanked coaches, advisors and administrative staff for supporting programs that research shows improve student outcomes.
No board action was required; the report was informational and will be included in the district’s regular reporting.
