Several of our Whiting student-athletes recently had the opportunity to attend a regional Student-Athlete Leadership Conference, where they joined peers from across the Greater South Shore Conference (GSSC) for a day of growth, collaboration, and inspiration. Throughout the event, students heard from influential voices in sports media, who shared powerful messages about leadership, character, communication, and the responsibilities that come with representing their school and community. In addition to the keynote speakers, our athletes participated in a series of interactive team-building activities alongside students from fellow GSSC schools. These sessions encouraged participants to problem-solve, communicate effectively, and build relationships beyond their own teams—skills that directly translate to both athletics and the classroom. Our students represented Whiting with pride, demonstrating maturity, engagement, and a genuine commitment to becoming stronger leaders. This experience aligns with Whiting High School’s continued efforts to grow well-rounded student-athletes who lead by example. In support of this mission, we are excited to share that Whiting High School will soon be launching a Student Leadership Advisory Committee, designed to give athletes a voice in strengthening school culture, sportsmanship, and community involvement. This committee will meet regularly, collaborate with coaches and administrators, and serve as a model of positive leadership within our athletic programs. Whiting is proud of the students who attended the conference and looks forward to seeing their impact as they bring their new skills and insights back to our school community. Their participation represents the type of leadership we aim to cultivate across all athletic programs—one rooted in teamwork, responsibility, and pride in being an Oilers student-athlete.