Senate Designates September 8–14, 2025, as 'Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Week'

This Senate resolution is essentially a massive, official shout-out to the people who make high school sports run: the interscholastic athletic administrators. It officially designates September 8 through 14, 2025, as “Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Week.” While this resolution doesn't change any laws, spend any money, or create new regulations, it serves as a formal recognition of the crucial role these often-overlooked professionals play in student development across the country.

The People Who Keep the Lights On

Think about it: who schedules the games, manages the budgets, makes sure the buses show up, and handles the eligibility paperwork for your kids’ sports teams? That’s the athletic administrator. The resolution highlights that these folks put in long, unpredictable hours to support over 8 million student-athletes annually. They are the ones ensuring that high school sports programs—which the Senate notes help improve student concentration, attendance, and overall confidence—actually function. It’s a formal acknowledgment that the character-building stuff—like teamwork, resilience, and leadership—taught on the field doesn't happen without their administrative heavy lifting.

More Than Just Games

The resolution goes beyond scheduling and logistics, recognizing the administrators’ role in the students’ physical, academic, and emotional growth. For the parents and guardians reading this, the Senate is confirming that the person running the athletic department isn't just a glorified scheduler; they are mentors. The bill specifically points out that participation in these programs can help lower the risk of mental health struggles, including suicidal thoughts, in young people. This recognition underscores the idea that school sports are a vital public health and educational tool, not just an extracurricular activity. The resolution also commends the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, the group responsible for training and professional development for these leaders, confirming the importance of their professional standards.