Although National Student-Athlete Day is April 6, the grind never stops for athletic youth.
Student-Athlete Day is a time to “celebrate the resiliency” of students participating in sports, according to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
If your kids are student-athletes, now is the time to show them a little extra love.
What is Student-Athlete Day?
The Institute for Sport and Social Justice created Student-Athlete Day in 1987. It aims to recognize and appreciate the academic and athletic achievements made by high school and college athletes everywhere. Student-Athlete Day also honors the community contributions these individuals have made.
The Institute for Sport and Social Justice partnered with the NCAA and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) to further the celebration.
The goal of Student-Athlete Day is to promote “positive virtues of sport, student-athletes as a whole” and their societal benefits, according to the Institute for Sport and Social Justice.
Over the years, over 4.4 million students have been honored by National Student-Athlete Day.
Student-athletes work hard year-round, but April 6 is their day to shine. This Student-Athlete Day, let your student-athlete know you appreciate them.
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