February 10, 2010

Good Snowy Wednesday Morning:

I am canceling all practices today.  Enjoy the day.  Jenny Koberna told me yesterday that skiing was canceled today due to the snow.  What's next?  Canceling swim practices because there is water in the pool?

By the way, I apologize for not discussing this sooner.....we canceled the meet with Holidaysburg on January 30 due to a pump going out on the filter pump.  The computer was overridden to feed chemicals into the pool.  As is the usual case when hand feeding chemicals into the pool, it takes a couple days to get things leveled out.  I know the chlorine levels were a little high on Monday and Tuesday, though we did not feel they were dangerous.  I do know there were some dry skin/rashes and ruined suits.  Things are leveled out now.  Thanks for your patience.  The Aquatics staff work hard to keep the pool in good condition, and I thanked them for their efforts in this situation.  If you want to know some good stories about pool situations I have encountered, simply ask.

Another 'by the way' - at our Monday Board meeting (and our board members deserve a solid pat on the back) volunteerism was discussed.  I have mentioned more than once that nothing good happens for our swimmers if we don't have parents stepping up and helping at our meets.  This includes this weekend when the meet starts at 8:00 - and your kids need to be there by 6:45.  It will also include our Last Chance District Qualifier on February 27.  Most importantly, it means being willing to be there at States on March 20-21.  We definitely need to make sure that we are able to conduct a great meet at States.  Karen Myford and Maryellen Hurley coordinate volunteers.  When they call, please be willing to help out.

See you soon.....