Bosco Tech Names Ricardo Gonzalez as Director of Athletics
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ROSEMEAD, Calif. - Californer -- on 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."

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"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."

As the only Catholic applied science high school of its kind in the U.S., Bosco Tech uniquely combines a rigorous college-preparatory program with STEM-based studies. This innovative approach allows students to exceed university admissions requirements while completing extensive integrated coursework in one of six technology and engineering fields. The school is located at 1151 San Gabriel Boulevard, Rosemead, 91770. More information is available at www.boscotech.edu.