A San Antonio middle school is banking on the sports medicine industry (opens original article in a new tab)

Northside Independent School District is launching a sports medicine magnet program at Stinson Middle School, offering students early exposure to careers in sports medicine through specialized courses and partnerships with local professionals.

• The program starts with an inaugural sixth-grade class of about 100 students in August 2026.
• Students will take courses focused on exercise science, resilience, and career investigations, with opportunities for CPR certification and high school credits.
• The magnet program aims to align with growing industry demand for sports medicine professionals in San Antonio.