Tucson International Academy strives to provide the best possible learning environment for its students. TIA provides excellent classroom instruction, international trips, and amazing extracurricular activities. One area, however, that people often overlook as a significant benefit to students is school athletics. And, because TIA is a charter school, the funding of sports equipment and facilities is not straightforward. It presents more challenges than at a public school.
To that end, TIA is currently trying to raise funds to build an outdoor basketball court on land they own at the West Campus. Fred Enriquez, TIA’s athletic director, states that the snack bar proceeds and teacher luncheons have only put a small dent in the total $12,000 needed.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP? You can! Mr. Enriquez recently said, “One of the most effective ways for folks to make a contribution to the Basketball Court fund is through Arizona’s tax credit program.” Click to learn more. The tax credit program is such an easy way to donate and yet it can make a huge difference to the students. Thank you so much for your help. Here are 10 ways your donations help these amazing students.
10 Ways School Athletics Benefit Students
Amazingly, school athletics are not just about having fun. Here are 10 ways participating in sports can benefit students:-
Health & Fitness
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Improved Academics
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The Importance of the 3 “P’s” (persistence, patience, practice)
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Cooperation & Teamwork
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Positive Role Models
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Social Relationships
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Leadership Skills
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Time Management
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Promotes School Pride and Cohesiveness
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Success Mindset
These skills go far beyond the sports field and beyond high school. Student athletes reap the benefits of their training for the rest of their lives.
Join the TIA team today! Enroll online here!
