From the advisor--Why We Aren't Covering Cross Country

Loyal readers and Pittsford supporters,

I regret that this didn't get put onto the blog or into our first print copy of the Wildcat Times, but it is important that I explain why we haven't given any updates on the cross country season.

I'd like to begin by stating unequivocally that we support our cross country teams and cheer their success on with vigor, hoping that they have terrific performances at regionals and that many young men and young women qualify for the state meet, where they can hopefully collect PR after PR.

That being said, we rely on teachers for information regarding their classes, and coaches for information regarding their teams. We have been unable to receive proper cooperation from the available resources in respect to our CC teams.

I don't feel that I can require the kids to track down sources outside of school; it's not like another class where you can take the book or worksheet home and do the assignment. I don't want to have kids calling people at home, whether it's students or teachers/coaches, mining for information. Therefore, it's imperative that we are allowed access to these people during our class hour here at school. If we are unable to have access to the necessary people (in this case, the runners, coaches, and assistants), then we aren't able to properly report that news.

We do wish we had more cooperation here at school because these young men and young women deserve to be recognized and celebrated for the efforts, just like any other athlete or student. We regret that the reality of the situation is what it is, and we will continue to work hard and provide this news service to our school and community, and do so to the best of our ability and resources.

The computer science class just this morning (October 23) received a packet full of results, so if you are interested in those results (minus the journalistic writing and commentary/quotes from runners and coaches), please go to http://pas.k12.mi.us/%7Esports/boyscc/Meets.htm

We thank you for your loyal readership and your support of Pittsford Area Schools.

Sincerely,



Ryan M. Hoover
Advisor, Wildcat Times