Parent Handbook 2011-2012

Berkeley Aquatic Club Parent Board -- Blue Streak Aquatic

Blue Streak Aquatic, Inc. (BSA) is the non-profit parent organization which operates to provide support for Berkeley Aquatic Club; maintain BAC facilities; foster USA Swimming and participate in New Jersey Swimming through the development of national and international swimmers; and foster sportsmanlike conduct and competition.

Vision: A passion to excel and the soul to care how!

Mission: To support Berkeley Aquatic Club coaches, swimmers and families by:

• ensuring Blue Streak is financially sound…in the short and long term
• engaging all members to participate in the Blue Streak organization and functions
• being a role model for other USA Swimming organizations
• supporting our community
• providing an open, inclusive team environment for everyone.

Goals and Strategies:

1. Position our organization for growth

• Ensure long term financial strength
• Foster innovation
• Build a strong BSA community

2. Engage and energize our membership

• Implement a real time communication process
• Develop the parent education process
• Create a fun, open, inclusive environment

3. Demonstrate operational excellence

• Maintain short term financial strength
• Demonstrate leadership for USA Swimming Meet Operations
• Execute efficient and effective fundraising

Blue Streak Board Meetings are scheduled once a month in the BAC lounge.  Dates and times are posted on the Berkeley Aquatic club website and [here].  Board meetings are open to all Blue Streak members.