Por Karen Krynen
ROSEMEAD, CA – June 20, 2024 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) has announced the appointment of Ricardo Gonzalez as Director of Athletics. In this role, he will oversee the school’s coaching staff, manage its ten athletic programs and cheer squad, and schedule all sporting events.
Gonzalez has a wealth of experience in education, administration and student-athlete development. He most recently served as principal at Los Angeles’ Academia Avance, where he worked for more than 15 years in various capacities including athletic director, instructional coach and teacher. He holds a master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University, a bachelor’s degree in political science from UCLA, and earned his physical education teaching credential at Mount Saint Mary’s University.
“We’re very much looking forward to Ricardo joining our administrative team,” said Tech President Memo Gutierrez. “His proven commitment to the growth and wellbeing of young people, through both education and athletics, will be a valued asset at Bosco Tech. His role will be especially crucial as we prepare our long-planned transition to a co-ed institution. Ricardo will play a vital part in creating and implementing a constructive, competitive program for female athletes.”
“I’m excited to join the Bosco Tech community,” Gonzalez stated. “I look forward to contributing to a growing athletic program and a long-standing academic powerhouse. I hope to bring my transformative approach to servant leadership to support all the stakeholders within the Bosco Tech family.”
Como la única escuela secundaria Católica de Ciencias aplicadas de este tipo en los Estados Unidos, Bosco Tech combina de manera única un riguroso programa de preparación para la universidad con estudios basados en STEM. Este enfoque innovador permite a los estudiantes superar los requisitos de admisión a la universidad mientras completan un extenso programa de estudios integrado en uno de los seis campos de tecnología e ingeniería. La escuela está ubicada en 1151 San Gabriel Boulevard, Rosemead, 91770. Para obtener más información, visite www.boscotech.edu.
Karen Krynen serves as the Communications Officer at Don Bosco Technical Institute.