In this GADA Today episode, sponsored by Riddell, Kelli Hutcheson, CMAA Director of Athletics for Henry County Schools and First Vice President of the GADA, shares a critical reminder for your game day checklists and the amazing resources available through the Georgia Athletic Directors Association.
Topics Covered in this Episode Include:
Attention to Detail: A compelling story on the importance of including even the smallest tasks, like raising the flag, on your pre-game checklist.
GADA Resources: Learn about the new member resources available on the GADA website, including PowerPoints for principals and superintendents to help them better understand the role of athletic directors.
Leadership and Support: Kelli discusses the critical leadership role of athletic directors in guiding coaches and maintaining the well-being of their teams, using the analogy of putting on your own oxygen mask first to ensure you’re able to help others.
Membership Benefits: Discover the extensive benefits of GADA membership, including access to national and state conferences, a monthly newsletter, liability and life insurance, and the invaluable friendships formed within the community. Kelli encourages athletic directors to build their support teams, be honest about their needs, and take full advantage of the resources and connections available through the GADA.
Kelli Hutcheson has forged a distinguished career in education spanning more than three decades, with her professional journey taking her from classroom instruction to administrative leadership roles.
As an active member of several esteemed organizations, including the Georgia High School Association Board of Trustees and the Georgia Athletic Directors Board (where she serves as First Vice President), Kelli is deeply committed to advancing educational and athletic opportunities for students across the state. Her involvement as a Certified Athletic Administrator in the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, along with her founding membership and Executive Board position in the Georgia Cheer Coaches Association, underscores her dedication to fostering excellence and inclusivity in sports and extracurricular activities.
Furthermore, Kelli’s service on the Board of Directors for A Friends House, a residential adolescent foster home, reflects her broader commitment to supporting youth and providing them with the necessary resources to thrive.
