• MCPS provides a broad education, recognized for its quality, for every student in a safe and stimulating learning environment.  All MCPS students are challenged to develop critical thinking skills, citizenship responsibilities, communication competency, value for the arts, literature, sciences, understanding of the importance of health and wellnes, a love for learning and preparation for life beyond high school regardless of their vocational pathway.   I believe that students gain confidence, work ethic, communication skills, team commrodiary, individual responsibilties and an understanding of a healthy life stye through cross country.  Through positive feedback from their coaches, other athletes and parents, each athlete will gain knowledge and love for the sport of cross country/running.  Determination and mental toughness are key factors in acquiring individual goals. Team bonding and achievements allows student athletes success in positive experiences which will help lead them in making positive choices in life.  My hope is that I instill positive values in each student athlete that influence the rest of their lives.