WORLD CLASS PRACTICE

Watch the video...how many lessons can we take from this as teachers, coaches, and educators?  Thank you to author Daniel Coyle for linking the video at his blog, posted here.  (Click on that link to read his insightful thoughts).

ALBERT PUJOLS

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Thanks to Chad Angel (one of the best basketball coaches in all of Iowa) for passing this quote along...

Quote about Angels 1B Albert Pujols from David Frese (former teammate with the Cardinals):

"What stands out to me, is that every swing he takes, whether off the tee, soft toss, or batting practice, is done with INTENSITY & FOCUS.  He's an animal, the way he goes after it. I've never seen anything like it." 

READERS = LEADERS

READ...check out this excellent article about how reading enhances leaders, linked here

FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME

Nothing like Friday Night Football in Le Mars!  Go Dogs...football is back!

BACK TO SCHOOL IN LE MARS

Outside view of the new addition at the high school

It was back to school for Bulldogs all over Le Mars today!  It was an awesome first day at each school for students and staff.  Our community is extremely supportive of our youth and of our schools, so we are fortunate to live and work in such a special place.  One of the highlights of the new school year is our brand new addition at the high school ("Phase II").  The dedication took place this past Monday night, and to read an article and view some photos from the dedication, please click on the link here.  Go Dogs!

THE RETURN OF DERRICK ROSE VIDEO

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Check out this inspiring video about the return of Chicago Bulls superstar Derrick Rose, linked here

GIVING BACK

Check out this story about Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker LaMarr Woodley giving back to his home city of Saginaw, Michigan.  Woodley is giving $60,000 to cover the costs of athletic participation for high school students in Saginaw, which is very impressive.  This is a great lesson in giving back to your community and never forgetting your roots and where you came from!  The article is linked here