A Day in the Life of an AD: Game Time
A Day in the Life of an AD: Game Time! As we continue our “A Day in the Life of an AD” blog series, we finally make it to the evening, when an AD’s job really gets going. GAME TIME! 3:00 PM: Coaches Sprint Many coaches will want to see the athletic director at this […]
HomeTown Spotlight | April: Minneapolis Public Schools
HOMETOWN SPOTLIGHT I FEBRUARY 2024 School: Minneapolis Public Schools District Athletic Director: Antony Fisher HomeTown is excited to announce April’s spotlight, Antony Fisher and Minneapolis Public Schools. ABOUT ANTONY Antony Fisher has been an athletic administrator for 17 years in 3 different states. He’s been the District Athletic Director at Minneapolis Public Schools for the […]
Maximizing High School Athletic Programs with Digital Ticketing & Online Fundraising: Time-saving techniques to get your athletic teams ready for the season
In the bustling world of high school athletics, success isn’t just about the scores on the board. It’s also about ensuring there are ample resources to back up our teams, from top-notch equipment to well-maintained facilities, and ample opportunities for student-athletes. Fundraising plays a pivotal role in making this happen. For Athletic Directors and Assistant […]
Women In Athletics Timeline
It’s Women’s History month and we want to recognize the achievements made in an area very dear to us, athletics. Walk through a brief timeline with us, as we highlight the success of women’s athletics. There have been many women who have contributed along this storied path, and we hope you take a moment to […]
HomeTown Spotlight | March: Westerville North High School
HOMETOWN SPOTLIGHT I MARCH 2024 School: Westerville North High School District Athletic Director: Wes Elifritz This month HomeTown is excited to spotlight Westerville North High School Athletic Director, Wes Elifrtiz, in recognition of how he has been using HomeTown to support the needs of his school and athletic program. Wes has been with the district […]
A Day in the Life of an AD: Afternoon Sprint
A Day in the Life of an AD: Afternoon Sprint As we continue on in our “A Day in the Life of an AD” blog series, we will jump right in where we left off, it’s lunch time! AFTERNOON SPRINT 11:00 AM: School Lunches This is a perfect opportunity to interact with students; chat with […]
Creating Opportunities for Schools & Students: Navigating Budgetary Challenges in Athletic Programs
In the ever-evolving world of K-12 public education, Athletic Directors and Activity Directors juggle a multitude of challenges, and one of the most pressing is stretching resources to support sports programs within tight budgets. As guardians of athletic development and student involvement, these professionals bear the responsibility of making every penny count towards the growth […]
HomeTown and Schoolfundr Partner to Revolutionize Fundraising for America’s Schools
COLUMBUS, Ohio & MINNEAPOLIS –(BUSINESS WIRE)– HomeTown, the leading K-12 event management and digital ticketing company which supports thousands of U.S. schools, announced at the 2023 National Athletic Directors Conference (NADC) its partnership with Schoolfundr, the only K-12 focused online fundraising platform that lets schools and teams keep 100% of what they raise, minus standard […]
Social Media Toolkit for K-12 Athletic Leaders: How to use HomeTown Social Media for game promotion
Social media presents both opportunities and challenges for Athletic Directors to create and post content. (As if you didn’t already have enough responsibilities as it is, right?) The problem is, the average amount of time a graphic is viewed on social media is less than four seconds, 3.4 seconds to be exact. To spend 5-10 […]
The Role of Technology in K-12 Athletic Events
In recent years, the intersection of technology in education has revolutionized the way we think about teaching, learning, and how we manage extracurricular activities. Among these, K–12 athletic events have seen significant advancements, making them more accessible, manageable, and enjoyable for students, parents, and fans alike. Digital ticketing is a key innovation that has changed […]
