T is for Tennis is an innovative program that blends tennis, music, movement and games to cultivate stronger physical, cognitive and social abilities in kids. The result is an environment that instills the values of integrity, respect, confidence, sportsmanship, health and well-being. As a part of Greater Portland Tennis Council's community outreach, T is for Tennis reaches approximately 550 child
ren a year located at Kelly Center, Sacajawea, Applegate and James John schools. Each school receives three full days of classes, averaging eight 30-minute classes per day. The curriculum, developed by classroom leader Deborah Puhl, is an innovative program that has been very popular with students and teachers alike. Debbie Puhl and Chad Oliver wrote a book that the Head Start teachers read to their students before and after classes. If you are interested in volunteering with the students or donating money specifically to the T is for Tennis program to help purchase equipment and supplies, please contact us at [email protected].
