In response to OldTimeDemocrat: I agree athletics cost a lot, but cutting athletics outright is not the answer. A "pay-to-play" fee may be better. By the way, all programs ARE open to all students, but tryouts make sure that they are ready for the challenge. A beginning musician should not start at the highest point, and there IS a beginning class for them. In addition, performing arts and athletics serve to motivate students. Attendance at games is usually low, because only the parents and friends of the players care enough to go, unless the team is at the top of the league, like all other sports in Las Vegas.