DCPS student athletes are required to submit a Participation Packet and a Universal Health Certificate before try-outs. Forms must be cleared by DCIAA Athletic Trainers before students can participate in athletic contests.
The following teams are open to students in Grades 4 & 5.
Learn more about DCIAA’s mission and policies here.
In the fall, Janney has an Interscholastic cross country running team for both girls and boys in 4th and 5th grades. Tryouts are typically held during the first week of school and the season lasts until mid-October. The meets consist of a two-mile cross country run at various locations. Meets are typically during the school day.
Any rising 4th and 5th graders who might be interested in trying out for the Janney Cross Country team, please fill out this form to be added to the mailing list. Any parents who are interested in helping out, please also reach out to janneycrosscountry@gmail.com
Coaches: Caryn Marks, Dan Simons, and Megan Evans
During the 2025-26 season, the Janney Girls team placed 2nd in the DCIAA Championship and the Boys Team took home 3rd place.
Janney fields girls and boys basketball teams each winter, typically starting in November, for students in 4th and 5th grade. The teams practice twice a week and play against other DCPS schools.
Information sessions for parents are held before the start of the season.
Janney won the 2023-2024 DCIAA Elementary Girls Basketball Championship – our third year in a row!
Janney introduced a Co-ed Cheer Team during the 2023-2024 school year. Coached by Jessica Baker, the Cheer Team roots for our basketball teams during their season and participates in numerous Janney events.