Tara High School
9002 Whitehall Avenue Baton Rouge, La 70806
225.927.6100
Athletic Director
Marqus Mitchell
Mission Statement:
The athletic program at Tara High School sets high expectations for its coaches and student-athletes. Our athletic program promotes lifelong learning experiences to student-athletes while enhancing their achievement of educational goals. Our goal is to teach the values of teamwork, pride, respect, commitment, good work ethic, sportsmanship and development of the proper winning attitude. Through our athletic programs, participating student athletes will adopt these guidelines and develop a positive winning attitude that will carry over into all aspects of their lives.
Objectives:
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To provide the opportunity for student-athletes to develop wholeness through learning experiences that contributes to their physical, mental, emotional, and social growth.
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To provide each student-athlete with the opportunity to develop their individual skill and potential.
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To provide the opportunity for each student-athlete to learn how to function as a member of a team.
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To develop the qualities of good sportsmanship, respect, responsibility, and moral integrity within each student-athlete.
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To develop an appreciation of the value of physical fitness and conditioning within each student-athlete.
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To teach the student-athlete to accept victory or defeat in a gracious manner.
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To teach the student-athlete the value of hard work and commitment.
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To provide opportunities for growth and development through athletic competition that will contribute to a successful adult life for each student-athlete.