Public schools need to treat this as a core investment, not an afterthought. Hire and properly compensate qualified S&C coaches (CSCS, etc.) who understand more than just sports performance. Proper strength training builds physical resilience, mental toughness, discipline, and focus that directly translate to better academic outcomes, lower injury rates, and lifelong health habits. We’re not just developing athletes, we’re shaping kids who show up healthier, more confident, and better equipped for everything else life throws at them. Schools already spend on facilities and sports, prioritizing expert coaching in strength & conditioning would give the highest ROI for student success inside and outside the classroom. Stability in the profession starts with districts recognizing this as essential education infrastructure.