Temple Football Players Mentor Students
Temple University football players are teaming up with Camden's Charter School Network to mentor young students as part of a new partnership. Drew Katz, a member of the Temple University Board of Trustees and benefactor to Camden's Charter School Network, promoted this partnership as part of The Rachel & Drew Katz Foundation Community Service Initiative.
About
While the Temple football players are full swing into their offseason workouts, they have also been taking breaks on Fridays during the spring semester to spend time mentoring and inspiring students of the Camden Charter School Network.
The players work with the youngsters in gym class, spend time during lunch with them, and talk about the importance of teamwork and respecting one another.
Mission
Their goal is simple - encourage, inspire and just be role models to the students.
In Their Words
"We want our student-athletes to be leaders on and off the field. We have found that when our football players spend time with the students at Camden Charter School Network, both sides benefit. You can see the growth, bonding, and enjoyment from everyone involved.”
- Rod Carey, Temple Football Head Coach
“Just the atmosphere and smiles the kids have on their faces, the way they look up to us, it is infectious and puts a smile on my face.”
