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On Tuesday, April 22 2025, our speakers will be three Athletic Directors from our local high schools.
This is a highlight each year where the Sports Committee provides a recap of our annual fund raiser from the Sports Program, but more importantly we will hear from the Athletic Directors regarding the benefits of high school students, both boys and girls participating in school athletics. Speaking: Mike Carpenter, AD at Summit High School (Oregon’s 5A Athletic Director of the year); Ryan Cruz, AD at Caldera High School; and Ricky Rodriguez, AD at Bend High School. |
They will talk about how high school sports promotes team work, discipline, and leadership skills among students. Additionally high school athletics contributes to higher self esteem, higher GPA’s and more participation in volunteerism. We hear about the struggles some high school students experience with mental health due to peer pressures, academic pressures and family issues. Studies have shown that students that participate in high school athletics are better prepared to deal with these issues and learn coping skills that come from team work and discipline they receive from their sport(s).
Athletic Directors oversee all the sports activities within their high school and play a major role in making the school athletic experience a positive learning skill that will provide a solid foundation for their transition to adult hood. Each Athletic Director will also provide an update of their school’s athletic program and prospects for the future.
We’ll be over at the Riverhouse Convention Center this week.
Signup for lunch here.
This meeting will both in-person and virtual. We will record the presentation for others who aren’t able to attend at noon.
Join the Zoom Meeting here: RCGB Zoom Link
You can also call in to the meeting at (669) 900-9128 and enter meeting ID: 692 491 9146. If you’re asked, the passcode is 5110.