Audience Analysis

A... 1. High School Athletes 2. Physical Education Students 3. Physical Education Teachers 4. High School Coaches 5. Athletic Director 6. Administrators/Board of Education 7. Parents

B... Writing to administrators of the board of education can be very beneficial because they have the power to decide whether or not requirements for gym should be imposed on the schools within their districts. Unfortunately, these high ranking officials in terms of schooling may not recognize the authenticity of a single student's viewpoint.

Athletic Directors, like the one at Brien McMahon High School, are often very busy in terms of running sporting activities, contacting other directors, field advisors, etc. Joe Maddafarri, our athletic director also runs several gym classes throughout the day. Though one's voice may be quite higher to him than an administrator, you could still be stomped by your low amount of power in the educational system.

High School Athletes share the same role as I in this high school athletic food chain. Since they are abundant and more apt to listen to one another, they may be key supporters of this idea. With the proper amount of support and persuasion, it is possible to alter this group's overall opinion on physical education and, therefore, gain a stronger voice in this overwhelming food-chain.

C... I choose to appeal to other high school athletes.