St. Joseph Public Schools students will receive free admission to all regular season athletic events during the 2025-26 school year, the district announced.

Organizers say the initiative, funded by the Maize and Blue Athletic Fund, aims to boost school spirit, increase student engagement, and ensure equitable access to extracurricular activities.

“Athletics play a powerful role in bringing students together,” Maize and Blue Fund Vice President Kerry M. Wright II said. “By offering free admission, we’re making it easier for every student to support their peers, celebrate school traditions, and be a part of something bigger.”

According to the announcement, the decision was developed with input from student representatives and school leaders, aligning with broader efforts to enhance studen

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