Juazeiro do Norte Student Games launch with record participation

The 20th edition of the Juazeiro do Norte Student Games (Jejuno’s) has launched with a record participation of over 106 schools. The opening ceremony, held at the Ginásio Poliesportivo, drew more than 6,500 people.

The competition will span 30 days and feature 25 different modalities, including traditional sports as well as electronic games, skateboarding, and the Parajejunos Festival. Participants represent municipal, state, federal, and private school networks. Local officials emphasized that the event serves as an extension of education, teaching students discipline, respect, and empathy through athletic competition.