Description
From concept to finished concrete, the Simon Athletic Complex manifests the spirit of legendary coach and educator, Bill Simon. It provides students, teams, and the greater community a welcoming environment to “strive together,” which is the original definition of the word competition. It advances Principia’s mission by creating a state-of-the-art proving ground for the qualities Principia strives to reveal and nurture. It ensures a lasting legacy, a rallying point for the School, a model for the local area, and a home for our extended family for generations to come.
Inherent in the concept of the whole person is an embrace of every person at Principia, and Willy K was a groundbreaking leader when it came to gender equity. In that spirit, and true to Principia’s progressive vision, Simon Field House is a truly equitable, co-educational, inclusive facility, housing both the boys’ and girls’ athletics programs.
In the hearts he touched, in the lives he shaped, and throughout Principia’s athletics program, Coach Simon expressed gentle grace, spiritual strength, and unconditional love. These qualities live on. The Simon Field House exemplifies this dedication and commitment to excellence. Simon Field House re-establishes Principia as a leader among a corps of high-quality schools. Our growth model calls for excellence, not just in educational approaches and faculty, but also in a facility that can generate revenue and outreach opportunities.
Donations are applied to...
All donations to the Bill Simon Field House will help build, appoint, and maintain this major improvement to the Principia School campus. It will be a rallying point for Principia's student athletes and a gathering space for the community.
Why give?
"Bill Simon Field House will be a place where student athletes will be able to realize their boundless potential and grow as leaders, teammates, and individuals who value perseverance, courage and integrity.”—Former Head of School Travis Brantingham
Why are donations necessary?
Carey Field House could no longer meet the needs of today’s extensive athletics programs. Along with providing up-to-date athletic facilities for male and female student-athletes, Bill Simon Field House will be a resource for all students needing a large, indoor space for activities. We are accepting gifts of any size to help join the wave of support that will move Principia athletics forward!