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ports at the Frankel Jewish Academy are
more than just wins and losses.
They’re also a major part of the school’s
culture and identity, a source of pride, and
for the student-athletes, another layer of their
preparation for what’s ahead for them in the
world after high school.
Participation in sports has always been high
at Frankel, and this past school year was no
exception.
There were 143 students enrolled at Frankel
during the 2023-24 school year and an amaz-
ing 100, or 70% of them, played at least one
sport. Of those 100, two played four sports, 10
played three sports and 35 played two sports.
By comparison, the most recent state-by-
state high school sports participation rates,
compiled by the National Federation of State
High School Associations for the 2022-23
school year, showed Maine had the highest rate
of any state at 62.1%. At the bottom of the list
was Nevada at 19.4%.
LET’S HEAR FROM RABBI COHEN
Rabbi Azaryah Cohen, Frankel’s head of
school, said sports are a critical
component of Frankel’s education
program.
“Not just because of the many
physical and mental health bene-
fits, but also the myriad of oppor-
tunities for students to learn and
grow,” he said.
“Our student-athletes develop
new skills, learn how to work as a team, gain
confidence and give confidence, overcome
Frankel Jewish Academy sports teams thrive
Frankel Jewish Academy sports teams thrive
in an atmosphere of participation and pride
in an atmosphere of participation and pride
— and a commitment to honoring Shabbat.
and a commitment to honoring Shabbat.
Rabbi
Azaryah
Cohen
STEVE STEIN CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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