The PRIVILEGE of Coaching

After our 2009 Chicago trip, Coach Jesse wrote a note in the STARS messaging board. I am providing a direct link to his message right here: http://members7.boardhost.com/alaskastars/msg/1248666482.html

There are always praises from parents to the coaches for the work the coaches put in. I am sorry - but while I recognize that coaches work very hard for this program, I also recognize that we are doing EXACTLY what we want to do! I have a hard time accepting praise for something that is such a PRIVILEGE to do!

Instead, the parents deserve the gratitude!
Thank you for raising your children in a manner that aligns with our values
Thank you for trusting us to be part of raising your children
Thank you for bringing them to all of the activities that we conduct
Thank you for your hard work and investment in their future that makes our work so much easier
Thank you for taking on critical roles and responsibilities within the program, as so much is needed to make this program work
Thank you for bringing me coffee and doing errands and all for the coaches
Thank you for supervising on our behalf at such needed times
Thank you for unwavering support, even when we don't do it perfectly
Thank you for working harmoniously together between yourselves
Thank you for allowing us to push your children's limits at times, to help them mature

It is a privilege to coach these fine children. It really is. You, parents, deserve so much recognition and gratitude for your children's and this program's successes.