Comments on: Alameda’s Middle-School Volleyball Season Begins

By: Julian

Julian — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:52:41 +0000

What I think finally the middle schools have after school program because 2006-09 they didn’t have any kind of sport that will keep them out of trouble.But now that change on winter 2009 the sports program began and its still rising.

By: Sanda

Sanda — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:45:00 +0000

I believe that sports are really important. Having sports in school make a huge difference. Some students love to stay in shape and they can also be hobbies. Many students stay active and participate in sports because they don’t want their grades to drop. Some praticipate to stay out of trouble which is a great thing. I’m glad to see that middle schools are growing with sports and there are different options for students.

-12th Grader in Alameda

By: ky

ky — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:37:27 +0000

I believe sports make students in middle school feel ecstatic when they play for their own school to win. Otherwise, they have a hard time studying in school.It also helps them stay in school with a good grade.Sports help them feel healthy and meet new friends.If they cut the sports program of middle schools,it will make them feel melancholy.

By: Kidus

Kidus — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:33:48 +0000

It’s good news for people who love sports. If there are other sports that are eliminated because of the budget cuts, AEF should continue to collect money and work hard to sponsor the programs.

By: isidro

isidro — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:29:29 +0000

I think that AEF did a great job on getting back middle school sports for Alameda Middle Schools. One reason I think its a great idea is because kids are going to be out of the streets and have an after school program to keep them occupied.An 11 grade AUSD.

By: Jonathan

Jonathan — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:02:51 +0000

Hi my name is Jonathan and I am a 9th grader.
I think that sports programs should stay. The reason why I say that is because sports is good in many ways.
1)Helps fund money by selling multiple tickets to watch
2)Keeps kids healthy and fit
3)Keeps kids busy and away from trouble
4)To represent the wonderful school
5)It is fun and kids can be more connected to school
6)Also because I am a student athlete.
I think if sports were cut, schools would be less interesting in my opinion.

By: Helen

Helen — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:59:20 +0000

I think the Alameda Education Foundation is really important to us because without them students in middle school wouldn’t be able to be involved in sports. This program lets students be able to learn about teamwork, leadership, cooperation, and keeps them active during the school year. I hope that this program can continue to support the Alameda Unified School District.
-A 9th grade AUSD student

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:56:20 +0000

I think having middle school sports is a great thing. Kids who like sports can start to learn how to play the sports so when they enter high school they will already know the basics. Lastly, in middle and high school sports help kids maintain a GPA if they want to continue to play the sports.

By: Julienne

Julienne — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:49:56 +0000

I think that AEF is a great organization because they have sponsored the middle-school sports programs. I think if the AEF didn’t help to sponsor the program then it would’ve been really devastating news for the kids. I would’ve donated my own money because I really love volleyball and it’s going to be a dream-wrecker if the kids wouldn’t be able to play their favorite sports.
More power to your organization, keep it up and great job.
-An 11th AUSD student

By: Peter

Peter — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:47:15 +0000

I am glad that the AEF decided to sponsor the middle-school sports programs. When I was in middle school, sports equipment was limited because we didn’t have funds. I am also glad that there are so many students who are participating in the school activities. This shows their dedication to sports, and the Alameda Unified School District should bring back funding for the middle school sports.

-9th grade student