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Newport Today
By the People, for the People
Jamestown Middle School Seeks Track Coach to Save Season
Community urged to step up as school faces potential cancellation of spring track program
Published on Mar. 7, 2026
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Lawn School in Jamestown, Rhode Island is in urgent need of a track-and-field coach for its upcoming March 23 to May 22 season. Without a coach, the middle school team will not be able to compete this spring. The school's PTO is calling on the local running community to fill the role, offering a $1,550 stipend and required coaching certifications.
Why it matters
Track and field is an important part of the curriculum and extracurricular activities at Jamestown's middle school. The potential cancellation of the spring season would be a significant loss for student athletes and the broader community. Finding a qualified coach is crucial to maintaining the school's athletic programs and providing opportunities for local youth.
The details
Lawn School needs to fill the track-and-field coaching position before the season starts on March 23. The PTO is actively recruiting candidates and offering a $1,550 stipend, as well as covering the costs of required CPR and online coaching certifications. Without a coach, the middle school team will not be able to compete this spring.
- The track-and-field season at Lawn School is scheduled to run from March 23 to May 22, 2026.
- The school is urgently seeking to fill the coaching position before the season begins on March 23.
The players
Lawn School
A middle school in Jamestown, Rhode Island that is facing the potential cancellation of its spring track-and-field season due to a lack of a coach.
Jamestown PTO
The parent-teacher organization at Lawn School that is leading the effort to find a qualified track-and-field coach for the upcoming season.
What’s next
If a coach is not found in time, the Lawn School track-and-field team will be forced to cancel its spring season.
The takeaway
The potential cancellation of Lawn School's track-and-field program highlights the importance of community involvement in supporting youth athletic opportunities. Finding a qualified coach is crucial to maintaining the school's athletic offerings and providing students with valuable extracurricular activities.
