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NIAAA enhances and promotes the educational values of interscholastic athletics through the professional development, education, leadership and service.
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Happy National Student-Athlete Day to all the students who work hard on the field and in the classroom! We commend your hard work and dedication.
#WorkHardPlayHard
#NationalStudentAthleteDay
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Today is Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day! We're thankful we get to spend it with so many of you here at the National Athletic Directors Conference. Enjoy today and thank you for all that you do!
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Today, we celebrate our coaches, who dedicate their time, effort, and heart to student-athletes. Thank you for inspiring us to work harder and do our best.
#NationalCoachesDay
#CelebrateCoach
#ShowingTheWay
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Today is Custodian Worker Recognition Day! Take some time to thank the custodians on your staff and let them know how important they are, especially now with additional protocols needed as a result of COVID-19.
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A great way to end the National Conference is by celebrating you! Today is Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day, and the NIAAA wants to say thank you. Retweet or share this, and you'll be entered in a chance to win a free registration for the 2021 conference!
#ADConf21
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Here’s to the ADs who not only serve, develop, and love their school – but their children as well. Being a parent requires a level of dedication year round without recognition most of the time. Today, celebrate your parents or parents in your life!
#NationalParentDay
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Set aside some time today to thank the wonderful bus drivers who safely transport your students to and from school and those that sacrifice their nights and weekends to transport teams to their away games! We couldn't do it without them 😊🚍
#BusDriverAppreciationDay
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It's National Coaches Day! Many of us have had a coach impact our lives and we want to say thank you to our interscholastic ADs and coaches who have a daily impact on student-athletes.
#NationalCoachesDay
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Tomorrow is Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day 🎉🎉
We'd like to thank athletic directors everywhere who give so much to their school, students, and coaches. We are excited to recognize and celebrate you tomorrow!
To learn more, click here:
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Today is a bittersweet one for the NIAAA. We'd like to wish Mike Blackburn a happy retirement and thank him for the 17+ years he served this organization. The NIAAA wouldn't be the same without him! Thank you Mike and we hope this next chapter is well spent with your family.
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Happy
#NationalStudentAthleteDay
! We're sending a special shoutout to all the student athletes out there working hard in the classroom and in their sport! 🤓📚🏀⚾️🏈🏐🎾⚽️⛳️Are you celebrating your student athletes today? Send a picture and let us know!
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Exciting news from Washington! December 15, 2020 will officially be recognized as Athletic Administrators' Day. Read the full news release here:
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On this great 50 year anniversary of Title IX, we celebrate the women who have impacted and led in several areas, including athletics.
#TitleIX50
"Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. … It shouldn't be that women are the exception." – Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Happy National Student-Athlete Day to all the students who work hard on the fields, courts, and in the classroom! We commend your hard work and dedication.
#NationalStudentAthleteDay
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It's
#AwardWinnerMonday
! Today we celebrate Steve Throne, CMAA from Omaha, Nebraska for receiving a Bruce D. Whitehead Distinguished Service Award! Way to go Steve 🎉
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Our staff is prepping for what will be the biggest National Athletic Directors Conference yet! We’re ready for you to arrive and dive in to
#ADConf18
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Thanks to all of our attendees for such a great conference! The NIAAA staff appreciates each and every one of you and wish you safe travels home 🎉✈️
#ADConf19
#SeeYouInTampa
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Being an AD can be very stressful and it's important that you take time to prioritize your mental health. What do you carry in your mental health kit?
#WorldMentalHealthDay
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Happy Monday! Today's
#AwardWinnerMonday
honoree is Scott Garvis, CMAA. Scott serves as the Activities Director at Ankeny Centennial HS in Ankeny, Iowa. He received the Distinguished Service Award at the 2018 NADC. Congratulations Scott!!
@ankeny_jaguars
@IOWAHSADA
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Happy National Student Athlete Day! 🎉🏆👏 Let's celebrate all the hard-working student who balance their academics and athletics like champs! Keep pushing yourselves, giving it your all, and inspiring us all to be better, on and off the field. 🙌
#StudentAthleteDay
💪📚🏃♀️🏃♂️
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What do we mean when we say "education-based" athletics? It's a foundational belief in our organization – the fields and courts are an extension of the classroom. Athletics are more than just physical activity, they're key to developing the whole person.
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We are here in Orlando, Florida getting acquainted with our beautiful surroundings! Safe travels to everyone getting here over these next couple days. See you soon!
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Today, we are especially thankful for those that serve as a role model, mentor, teacher, friend, athletic director, AND dad. Being an AD and a dad is worthy of commendation. Here's to you, dads. May you feel loved and cherished today.
#HappyFathersDay
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Today is Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day! 🎉 Thank you to all our members and for the work you put in to better our student-athletes.
To learn more about the resolution that brought this forth, click here:
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As we wrap up our 52nd NADC, we want to give a heartfelt thanks & farewell to Cheryl VanParis, our Certification Manager that dedicated 11+ years to the professional development of Athletic Directors all over the world. Happy Retirement, Cheryl! You will be missed.
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Do you ever stop to think about how much your coaching staff has an influence over the success of the athletics department? They are such a crucial partner and deserve to be recognized! Make sure to show your coaches how much you value them today, on
#NationalCoachesDay
!
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Happy President's Day! Meet our newest Board President, Mike McGurk, CMAA. Mike is the athletic administrator at Lee's Summit North High School in Missouri and his theme this year for the NIAAA is "cherish the value in others." Let's have a great year!
@MoCatFan
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Athletic administrators work hard every school year – especially one amidst a pandemic. That's why we're excited to honor and recognize ADs on Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 15, 2020! Find out more here:
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This week is fall sports officials appreciation week!
Make sure to let officials know at your contests how important and valuable they are to your student athletes, athletic program, and education-based athletics as a whole. The games wouldn't happen without them!
#ThankYou
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Today, we are especially thankful for those that serve as a role model, mentor, teacher, friend, athletic director, AND dad. Being an AD isn't easy. Being an AD and a dad is worthy of commendation. Here's to you, dads. May you feel loved and cherished today.
#HappyFathersDay
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Parents play a huge role in the success of student-athletes and today we recognize all of the outstanding parents who are molding the leaders of the future.
#NationalParentsDay
#SupportSystem
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Today, we are especially thankful for those that serve as a role model, mentor, teacher, friend, athletic director, AND mom. Being an AD isn't easy. Being an AD and a mom is worthy of commendation. Here's to you, moms. May you feel loved and cherished today.
#HappyMothersDay
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Today is National Coaches Day!
Many of our members are former coaches or coach now alongside their role of athletic administrator. Thank you to all coaches out there for investing your time into the younger generations to grow them as people and athletes.
#NationalCoachesDay
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That feeling when you set a goal at the beginning of the year and hit it 5 months early! We are excited to announce that our 1,000th CMAA has been earned by Lisa Gingras in New Hampshire! So far this year, 91 ADs have earned the CMAA designation. Keep up the good work!
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Happy Monday! Today we have the privilege of honoring Doug Killgore, CMAA in Arkansas for being inducted into the NIAAA Hall of Fame! Way to go Doug 🎊
#AwardWinnerMonday
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Today is
#InternationalWomensDay
! We want to take a moment to celebrate the strong women that represent our Board of Directors and our office staff as they work to
#breakthebias
in the male-dominant sports industry.
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Today was jam-packed! We hope everyone had a great Saturday and we look forward to seeing you all tomorrow morning here in Nashville.
#ADConf22
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We are excited to announce that we are adding two great athletic administrators to our staff! Becky Moran, CMAA and Rich Barton, CMAA will join as assistant executive directors. Each have a long history with the NIAAA and we look forward to the great work they'll do.
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Today we recognize all the people who sacrificed their lives to help save and serve our country 21 years ago on 9/11.
#PatriotDay
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Today is
#NationalGirlsAndWomenInSportsDay
! This celebration inspires girls and women to play, be active, and realize their full power.
Click and find an event near you!
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Being an AD can be stressful at times and it's important to know healthy ways to cope. Let us know if you practice any coping strategies that are not listed below!
#StressAwarenessMonth
#AthleticAdministration
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lee Green, a cherished NIAAA faculty member. His legal expertise in athletic administration shaped us all, leaving a lasting legacy. Our condolences to his family & friends. May his influence inspire us. 🌹
#RememberingLeeGreen
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Cheers to the superhero athletic directors who also happen to be amazing moms! Thank you for juggling the demands of work and motherhood with grace and excellence. Happy Mother's Day! 💐👩👦👦🏆
#MomBoss
#AthleticDirectors
#MothersDay2023
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Give a round of applause to all of those who earned NIAAA certifications in May!
#ShowingTheWay
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#Certification
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It's time to strengthen your skills as an athletic administrator. We're hosting live workshops and the best part is they're 100% free! Tell all your friends not to miss this opportunity! Find more details and register here -
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Today, we remember and honor the heroes who fought to save others' lives on 9/11.
#NeverForget
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A big thank you to our Board of Directors who had a busy, productive weekend here in Indianapolis! We're sad to see them leaving today, but they'll be back in July to keep serving our association.
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Today, we are especially thankful for those that serve as a role model, mentor, teacher, friend, athletic director, AND mom. Being an AD isn't easy. Being an AD and a mom is worthy of commendation. Here's to you, moms. May you feel loved and cherished today.
#HappyMothersDay
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Please give a round of applause to all those who earned NIAAA certifications in December of 2021! 👏 👏
#certification
#professionaldevelopment
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These last few days in National Harbor have been a whirlwind of friends, learning, and fun. What was your favorite part of
#ADConf19
? We are so happy that 2,000+ ADs joined us this year and worked to better themselves for their student-athletes. We wish you safe travels home!
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March was a HUGE month for certifications! We had 109 individuals from all over the country as well as internationally earn a certification. Way to go!
#ShowingtheWay
#Certification
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We are excited to welcome Jon Gordon as the Opening General Session speaker at the 54th NADC in Orlando, FL. Jon focuses his talks on leadership, teamwork, culture, sales, and service – many of the things our members value. Learn more:
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Thrilled to announce the success of the 2023 NADC! 🎉 Over 2,000 attendees, 30+ countries represented, and countless connections made. Thank you for being a part of this incredible conference! 🙌
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Give a round of applause to all of those who earned NIAAA certifications in April!
#ShowingTheWay
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#Certification
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It's official – our 2024 HOF class! Congrats to this great group. 🏆
Daniel Armstrong, CAA – IN
Dr. Michael Blackburn, CMAA – IN
Ted D’Alessio, CMAA - NJ
Mike Ellson, CMAA – TN
Michael Hart, CMAA – DE
Marc Haught, CMAA – KS
Tommy Marshall, CMAA – GA
Annette Scogin, CMAA – AR
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We had a staggering number of certifications awarded in March 👉 132!! Congratulations to all who worked so hard to achieve this goal 🎉 Do you want to be on this list next month? Visit to learn how.
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#Certification
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We would like to say thank you to
@SenatorTimScott
and
@SenatorHassan
for introducing S. 3411. This bill would classify middle and high school athletic administrators and coaches as eligible educators for the current $250 tax deduction for out-of-pocket instructional expenses!
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Today is School Principal's Day! Remember to take some time today and spend a special thank you to your principal 😃 Let us know one thing you admire about your school's principal!
#schoolprincipalsday
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We are thrilled to announce that we ended the 2022-2023 fiscal year with a record 14,801 members! Thank you to all of our members for making this happen and for committing to the development of education-based athletics 🎉
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Happy President's Day! Have you met our Board President, Dr. Lisa Langston, CMAA? Dr. Lisa is the Director of Athletics at Fort Worth ISD in Fort Worth, Texas! She looks forward to serving the membership and connecting with you in the year ahead!
@AD_DrLisa
#ShowingTheWay
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Today, we give a BIG thank you to all the Representatives and Senators who are sponsoring the bill to recognize Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day. With their help and initiative, December 15, 2020 is looking to be a great day to honor ADs!
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Give a round of applause to those who earned NIAAA certifications in the month of July!! 👏 👏
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Please give a round of applause to all of those who earned NIAAA certifications in December!
#ShowingTheWay
#NIAAACertification
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This next year will be bittersweet for the NIAAA. We wanted to say congratulations to our leader Dr. Mike Blackburn, CMAA, who will retire after nearly 18 years at the NIAAA in January 2023. Phil Rison, CMAA will become executive director and we are confident he will lead well!
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Please give a round of applause to all of those who earned NIAAA certifications in September!
#ShowingTheWay
#Certification
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The 2023 NIAAA Hall of Fame class is official! These 7 outstanding athletic administrators will be inducted at the 54th NADC in Orlando, Florida. Congratulations to those chosen for this honor 👏🏻
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School nurses spend their days providing specialized care for our most precious treasure: our kids. Take a moment today and thank a school nurse for everything they do to keep kids healthy at school!
#SchoolNurseDay
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Happy
#AwardWinnerMonday
🏆 Today we celebrate Jack Tarr, CMAA from Nebraska for receiving a Bruce D. Whitehead Distinguished Service Award! Jack was a long-serving member of the Nebraska SIAAA board and previously has received the NIAAA State Award of Merit.
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👏 Let's give a round of applause to those who earned NIAAA certifications in June! Congratulations on your accomplishments!
#NIAAA
#ShowingTheWay
#NIAAACertifcation
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Give a round of applause to those who earned NIAAA certifications in July!
#ShowingTheWay
#Certification
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Let's give a big round of applause to our amazing teachers! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
#ThankATeacher
#TeacherAppreciationWeek
🎉👩🏫👨🏫📚
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Let's give a BIG round of applause to those that earned a certification in November!
If you were certified Nov 2021 - Oct 2022 make sure to check out the certification board at
#ADConf22
for your name!
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Congratulations to Bill Fitzgerald, CMAA from Fremont, Nebraska for receiving the NFHS Citation in 2020! Way to go Bill!
#AwardWinnerMonday
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Happy Workaversary, Nellie!! 🎉Nellie Crocker has been serving the NIAAA for six years now and is entering a new role. In addition to Membership and Systems, in January she became our Certification Manager! Thanks for all you do 🙂
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Happy
#InternationalWomensDay
! Help us celebrate all of the strong, talented, and inspiring women in athletic administration!
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Let's give a big shoutout to our 71 members that received a certification in April!
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#ShowingTheWay
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We would like to congratulate those who earned NIAAA certifications in January. What a great achievement!
#ShowingTheWay
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#Certification
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Today is
#TeacherAppreciationDay
! Thank you for making a difference in each student's life by being a listening ear or simply giving a smile.
#GratitudeForEducators
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Join us as we celebrate Cheryl VanParis and her 11 years at the NIAAA! Cheryl has been with us since May 23, 2010 working with all areas of professional development. Thanks for all you do Cheryl! Here's to many more years of gleaning your certification expertise 🎉
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Did you know today is Random Act of Kindness Day? In honor of that, retweet this and we will randomly select 5 winners to receive either an NIAAA water bottle or an NIAAA Yeti!
#RandomActofKindnessDay
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We are excited to announce the passing of S.Res.486 sponsored by
@SenatorBraun
and
@ChrisMurphyCT
which recognizes the significant impact athletic administrators have on students’ educational experience in our nation's schools. We are grateful for this Congressional recognition!
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Every day and in every community, healthcare professionals work tirelessly to provide critical care to those that need it most. Now more than ever, we are thankful for their dedication and service to our communities.
#WorldHealthDay
#COVID19
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Congratulations to all of the
#studentathletes
who are signing a letter of intent today! Take a moment to soak it in - and make sure to thank those who have supported you along the way 😃
#NationalSigningDay
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Happy Father's Day to all the incredible athletic administrators out there! Your dedication and hard work help shape young athletes and create a winning team both on and off the field. Cheers to you, and enjoy your well-deserved day of celebration! 🎉⚽️🏀
#FathersDay
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June was another great month for certification with 67 members earning a designation! Great work, all 👏🏻
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Historically, the spring season is one of the most stressful times for an AD. April is
#StressAwarenessMonth
and we'll be sharing some resources with you throughout the month to help you manage the stress. You're not in this alone!
#ShowingTheWay
#IAA
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We are grateful to benefit from the excellent leadership of the women on our Board of Directors and staff!
#NGWSD2023
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March means... it's National Athletic Training Month! We know how important trainers are to every high school and middle school athletic department, so let them know how valued they are!
#NationalAthleticTrainingMonth
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Thanks for such an amazing year! Our staff will be taking a much deserved break starting today through January 3. We will be back and ready to serve you in the new year - we hope you have a safe and happy holiday! 🎄🥂🎆
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Today is a busy day at
#ADConf19
! The Exhibit Show & Logo Shop open at 11 a.m., 16 workshops, NIAAA section meetings, our attendee's guests are going to an off-site program at Mt. Vernon Inn, AND we have 13 LTI courses being taught. So much to do...how will you fit it all in?
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It's
#AwardWinnerMonday
! Today we celebrate Mike Ellson, CMAA from Nashville, Tennessee for receiving the Frank Kovaleski Professional Development Award. Way to go Mike!
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It's National Parents Day! Enjoy your Sunday and show some gratitude to the parents in your life 😄
#NationalParentsDay
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Give a round of applause to all of those who earned NIAAA certifications in March!
#ShowingTheWay
#ProfessionalDevelopment
#Certification
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It's
#AwardWinnerMonday
! Today we recognize Robert Palazzo, CMAA from Rhode Island for receiving an NFHS Citation. He is an athletic administrator and coach at Classical High School. Congrats, Robert! 👏🏻🎉
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