The goals of the athletic/activities department is to provide opportunities for students to excel in teamwork, sportsmanship, self-discipline, acceptable personal and social behavior, and character. The athletic/activity program is designed to produce well-rounded citizens who can take their place in a community and in a democratic society. The program is intended to develop leadership skills, a sense of responsibility and accountability, and sportsmanlike attitudes of the student population.

Objectives

• To provide our participants with the best possible administration, supervision and instruction available.
• To provide our participants with quality facilities and equipment that is both safe and student friendly.
• To provide our participants with safe, quality transportation to and from all competitions and activities.

The Middle and High School athletic/activities programs are considered integral parts of the total school experience for students in our school system and contribute much to the individual students’ positive growth and development. The program offers a variety sports and activities at the middle school and high school level in our district. All participating students and schools must comply with the rules and guidelines of Howard-Winneshiek CSD, the Iowa High School Athletic Association, and the Iowa State Board of Education.

As Athletic and Activities Director of Howard-Winneshiek CSD, I am proud to welcome you to the Athletic and Activities website.

Howard-Winneshiek CSD offers a wide range of sports and activities, and it is our goal to get every student involved in at least one sport or activity while in high school.

Year after year, Howard-Winneshiek CSD has dedicated coaching and advising staff lead teams to conference, sectional and state titles. Additionally, students in our activity programs regularly compete among the state’s best at local and national conferences, as well as state and national competitions. Howard-Winneshiek CSD traditions and pride run deep, and I invite you to explore our website, visit us, or call us at (563) 547-2764 to learn more about our Cadet Pride. Go, Cadets!

- Todd Coulter, tcoulter@howard-winn.k12.ia.us