January 29, 2010 was a historic day for education and athletes in Louisiana, for on this day the Louisiana High School Athletic Association voted to increase its minimum academic eligibility requirement to play high school sports from a 1.5 GPA to a "C" average in all classes. This vote represents a positive step in the right direction for Louisiana and all Louisiana athletes. Sometimes it takes the force of law to change behavior and many education experts predict that this increased academic standard will cause Louisiana athletes to take the educational process more seriously than in past years. Ine due time as athletes meet this higher academic standard, the negative stigma that athletes are "dumb jocks" will weaken. Our schools, our athletics and our society will be better for demanding more intellect from those who entertain us with their physical talents and abilities. It is my hope that this spirit and evidence of academic progress will continue for those who are gifted enough to play high school sports in Louisiana and may those who can be prepared to provide assistance and support for those who need help in reaching this new academic benchmark. http://www.gpafitness.com/
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