It’s hard to believe that we are at the end of another school year and have concluded our lunchtime sports program at Stevenson for the 2008/09 season. We played a lot of football and softball and had a lot of fun while we embraced the spirit of friendship and sportsmanship. Thanks to the parent volunteers who took time out of their busy schedules to come out and play with the kids while teaching some valuable sport skills along the way. I am particularly indebted to Jena Van Loo and Jason Burks who were there on a weekly basis and shared their exceptional athletic talents with the kids. Jena and Jason are both excellent coaches in the Burbank Parks & Rec system and our Stevenson kids were truly fortunate to have had access to their talents over the entire year. I would also like to thank Stevenson Dads Earl Brown and Mike Malone for coming out to help when their schedules allowed and for being such positive role models on the field. Special thanks to Wendy Pennings for keeping the dugout running smoothly and for jumping in for catching duty from time to time!

While it will be sad to leave the Wellness Committee at the end of the school year, I have every confidence that new parents will step in and keep this program running smoothly for years to come. I strongly encourage any returning parents interested in health and fitness to attend PTA meetings in the fall when a new chairman will be selected. At a time when shoestring budgets are stripping away programs that keep our kids physically active, it is more important than ever for parents to step in and fill the gaps. The health and happiness of our kids depends upon it. You just might make yourself a little healthier too! Have a wonderful summer break.

Be Well.

Paul Bond           (The Wellness Committee…..since 2006)