Grant High School

Athletic Mission Statement

Grant High School / Athletic Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a rigorous athletic program which compliments and supports a challenging academic program by teaching students to perservere, to work well with others, and to test themselves.

Beliefs:

• We believe students are our highest priority.
• We believe the dignity, worth, and self-esteem of participants should be paramount in all athletic activities.
• We believe the most important result of competition is the development of life-long values and skills.
• We believe the athletic program is an integral part of the high school experience.
• We believe high school athletics should be fun and rewarding.
• We believe athletic programs are most beneficial when they are competitive.
• We believe winning is an attitude resulting from optimum preparations, concentrated effort and a deep commitment to excel.
• We believe well-designed athletic programs promote community and school pride.
• We believe open communication and mutual respect among coaches, parents, and athletes provide the foundation of a successful athletic program.
• We believe morale, satisfaction, and performance are enhanced when athletes work together as a team.
• We believe well qualified coaches and program administrators are important components in a successful athletic program.
• We believe positive parent support and involvement enhance student growth and program quality.

Athletic Office
Directors:
Matt Kabza - mkabza1@pps.net
Diallo Lewis - dlewis@pps.net
503-916-6115