School Administrator Testimonials |
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"At Cary Elementary, we work very hard to teach and model character traits. We were excited to find out that this is a cornerstone of the NetWorks program. Each weekly practice reinforces character while also teaching students the importance of hard work and determination. I am very impressed with the structure of the program and how they use the fun of basketball to reach a variety of students."
- Rod Stanton, Principal, Cary Elementary |
"They (kids) have begun to learn that success-whether on the court or in life-requires commitment, character, and a tireless work ethic. I can think of no better lesson we can teach our young people."
- Jamee Lynch, Principal, Sanford Creek Elementary |
“One of my best memories of my 30-year career will be the expressions on their faces when they first walked into the coliseum and the pride in their eyes when they stood, performance completed, on the coliseum floor, while hundreds of people applauded and cheered.”
- Sharon S. Wood, Assistant Principal |
Parent Testimonials |
"Through their (NetWorks) words and actions, they instill courage, good judgment, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and self-discipline. These character traits will impact the lives of BC kids, their families, and the community."
- Dr. Lamson, Parent |
“This program for me is touching for my kids. My son has challenging issues in school with work. Being in this program has not only shown him ball handling moves, but has given him the ability to be more out going and confident in himself.”
- Parent |
PE Specialist Testimonials |
"Our school decided to join the club after hearing other physical education teachers rave about the program and the positive effects it had on their students. We had an overwhelming response of over 100 kids wanting to join, with only sixty spots to fill. No other program at our school had ever grossed this much interest. The parents, as well as the students, realized NetWorks was different from the other clubs offered, and knew this would be a great opportunity. From a physical educators stand point, NetWorks Ball Handling Club could not align more perfectly with the physical education curriculum and goals.”
- Mr. Nichols & Mrs. Mitchell, PE Specialists |
“Through weekly practices students work on the traits identified by the Wake County character education curriculum along with learning ball handling skills. I have witnessed students go from thinking only of themselves as individuals to now seeing that they are part of something larger and being in front is not the most important thing. Students have also discovered success is achieved through hard work, commitment, and good character. Students are transferring learned behaviors in practice into the classroom. Ball handling members are willing to help others in a class learn a new skill and are the first to encourage another student.”
- Leigh Ann Sandy, PE Specialist |
“The opportunities and individual success this program has provided can not be measured with words. The once negative attitudes and lack of team spirit our students displayed at the beginning of the program have been replaced with cooperative learning, peer coaching and a feeling of community. The positive “I can” attitude is beginning to filter out from the club members into their traditional classrooms and is creating a more success orientated learning environment for students not involved in the program.”
- Rebecca Tucci, MSED, NBCT, PE Specialist |
“The club members are having fun, making new friends, and developing ball handling skills while learning great character traits. They have applied these traits on the court, in their classrooms, and outside of the school setting. The students in our club have made a commitment to excellence through hard work. They have become personally responsible for their own development. The club members have gained a belief in one’s self and developed love and compassion to help others.”
- Sheila Newton, PE Specialist |
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“Besides the benefits to the children in the program, I have learned a lot of skills and instructional techniques that I will be able to incorporate into my Physical Education classes.”
- Sean Brady, PE Specialist |
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“There is so much to be said about NetWorks Basketball and what it could mean to the students at all our schools. It is the single best Character Education program I have ever seen.”
-Constance Cronk, PE Specialist |
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Student Testimonials
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“NetWorks was the best thing that I ever did. Thank you coach.”
Richie - 4th Grader |
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“I turned from a coach potato, into a basketball nerd.”
Chase - 3rd Grader |
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“NetWorks has made a huge difference in my life. I was very low on self-esteem, now I have twice as many friends as before. My point is that my life has changed since NetWorks.”
Samuel - 5th Grader |
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“I learned a lot other than NetWorks moves, I learned how to work hard and get better. Just like Coach says, sweat is success.”
Abby - 4th Grader |
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“Ballhandling is so great! It taught me how to be responsible. It also taught me how to work hard at something and to stick with it.”
Vidhya - 5th Grader |
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