By Ava, Chester Charter Scholars Academy Healthy Highlights | My mom and dad encouraged me to do cheer. I decided to try it because I wanted to get out of my social bubble and make new friends. Cheer also taught me how to dance and learn things faster. Being part of a group helps me feel more confident and active.

By Carl, Chester Charter Scholars Academy Healthy Highlights | I love soccer and have a special spot for it in my heart. I first started playing when I saw my classmates playing soccer at recess and asked to join. Ever since then, I’ve loved soccer and play with a lot of passion. Playing soccer makes me happy and keeps me moving.

By Khasir, Chester Charter Scholars Academy Healthy Highlights | I play football and basketball with my friends during recess and sometimes on the weekends. I started playing football because I saw my brother play, and I started basketball because my sister played at my school. At first I didn’t like basketball, but it grew on me. These sports are good for me because they keep me active in both the winter and summer.

Illustration by Lailah, fifth grade, CCSA, 2025-2026