Concussions In School

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We would like Principal Schwanz to decrease the amount of athletics. Sports can be very dangerous. According to the Pressure on Teens Athletes Soars video concussions have tripled over the last year from sports. Concussions for kids 13 and under have doubled. Concussions can have serious effects for a child. Short term effects may be headaches, nausea, and trouble concentrating. Long term effects can be much more serious. Long term effects include brain damage, memory loss, and depression which can lead to suicide.
Another reason why the school should decrease grades is because of the pressure and social life. According to Do Athletes face Unnecessary parent Pressure parents everywhere are pressuring their kids to get scholarships for

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