toward so many different components, the Board of Education supports every initiative that comes across their dais when it comes to fine and performing arts. And from a DEI perspective, we make sure that we put instruments in the hands of every child from the time they’re in second or third grade all the way up.” In athletics, the district offers a wide range of sports, from traditional options like football and basketball to newer programs such as lacrosse, wrestling, and eSports. “We operate not only varsity athletic programs, but junior varsity programs, and in some cases, freshman programs as well,” Dr. Johnson notes. “Approximately 67% of our students in Hoboken High School participate in at least one sport. That’s really important, because in some way, we want our kids to be connected through a cocurricular or extracurricular activity.” Additionally, Hoboken Public Schools boasts a highly successful debate program, with students competing both nationally and internationally.“They 12 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 06
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