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The mission of the Rockaway Township is entirely focused around KIDS! The Rockaway Township PAL reaches out to communicate with the young people of Rockaway Township. Our kids have shown they have the motivation and energy to learn and develop the skills that will benefit them as individuals. The Rockaway Township PAL is a preventative program, not a corrective one. Solving anti-social behavior through recreation programs alone is not the whole answer, but it is vital to any preventative program. The Rockaway Township PAL provides a wide range of sports programs and special activities emphasizing team work. Boys and girls "strive to excel" be it at Challenger Basketball, Challenger Baseball and MC Youth Golf Program. Ideally, each sport is recreational in spirit and emphasizes instruction and fair play. Youth sports programs have contributed significantly to the reduction of delinquency in our communities. Our Police Athletic League uses athletic and recreational programs as a tool; a way to involve children in the program. While involved with the PAL, the message of avoiding gangs, drugs, alcohol, and other detriments, is discussed with the youngsters. Although nationally known as a recreation program, the Police Athletic League has adapted to the changing times. As for the future, the Rockaway Township PAL plans to continue the development of many new programs and make it even easier for our volunteers to administer good, solid programs for the kids of Rockaway Township. As this site evolves, we hope to furnish schedules and sport specific information. For further information, please contact us via email info@rtpal.org or call (973) 983-2942. |
