Jarell Davenport is a three-sport athlete at Tech High School. So, he's skeptical about a new Indianapolis Public Schools proposal that could cut sports teams. "It's not fair to anybody," said Jarell, 17, who plays football, wrestles and runs track. His doubt is echoed by many IPS student-athletes. Some believe the new program could turn students away from the state's largest school district.

It's his first day at Cathedral High School. As he walks through the noisy, crowded hallways, he is overcome with a sense of fear and anticipation. Then it hits him: He has no idea where his first class is. He finally finds it, but he's 20 minutes late. He tries to slip in without being noticed, but the door announces his entrance with a "Click, Errrrk!"