Been keeping up with various threads a long time. Had to create a new account; kept forgetting log in info
I began the county wide program in 95 with great hopes. Left it in great hands; they were quite successful. Over the years, the program became affiliated with the community rather than the school programs. No real harm, except the loss of the middle school mentality.
I returned this year. Yes, the supplements need improvement. My combined supplement for two sports dropped by $5300. I arrived to a team of 8 kids. We grew and we learned some football. No, we did not win any games but 1st game to last we began to resemble a football team. I am not a champion of life guy but I'll take a win there.
I, along with some others, did persuade the county to provide transportation to practice. Major accomplishment that will help next year.
The 7 and 8 grades do need to begin identifying with each other. We hope to take steps in that direction.
I hope the community can see a renewed effort being made for the kids.