Congress Designates September 8–14, 2025, to Honor High School Sports Administrators

This Congressional Resolution is pretty straightforward: it formally designates the week of September 8 through 14, 2025, as "Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week." This isn’t a new law that changes regulations or taxes; it’s Congress taking time to officially recognize and commend the people who run high school sports programs across the country. Essentially, it’s a high-level official thank you note for the folks keeping Friday night lights and Saturday morning track meets running smoothly.

The Real MVP Behind the Scenes

If you have a kid in high school sports—or if you remember playing them yourself—you know the athletic administrator is the person handling everything from scheduling buses and checking safety compliance to making sure eligibility rules are followed. The resolution highlights that these administrators are critical to students' development, not just physically, but academically and emotionally. They’re the ones making sure that sports participation actually delivers on its promise to build character, teamwork, and leadership skills, often working long, unpredictable hours to do it (per the bill's findings).

More Than Just a Game

One of the key points the resolution makes is linking high school sports directly to positive outcomes for young people. It points out that student participation in athletics is shown to improve concentration, memory, and even school attendance. For parents worried about their teens' mental health, the resolution notes that sports participation builds confidence and can lower the risk of suicidal ideation in adolescents. In short, the bill argues that the work these administrators do—overseeing the programs that keep over 8 million student athletes engaged—is a vital part of youth development and community safety, offering positive alternatives and structure.

Recognizing the Professional Support

Beyond just praising the individual administrators, the resolution also gives a specific shout-out to the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association. This organization is commended for being the top group that develops and trains these professionals. For anyone working in a field that requires continuing education and professional standards, this recognition affirms the importance of having a robust support system to ensure that the people running these critical programs are well-prepared and constantly improving their skills.