Organization: California Interscholastic Federation
Mission: CIF is the governing body for high school sports in California and CIF membership includes both public and private high schools. CIF strives to strengthen the integrity of students across the state by promoting the concepts of sportsmanship, honesty and quality academics.
Activities: The California Interscholastic Federation was organized in 1914 and then registered as a nonprofit corporation under the laws of the State of California in 1977. Athletic competition is an integral part of the high school experience. CIF is uniquely positioned to foster student growth in values and ethics. CIFs ideal of Pursuing Victory with Honor, provides the opportunity to dramatically influence the actions of the athletic community. These priorities advance the highest principles of character trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and good citizenship.
NTEE category: Recreation & Sports
Secondary category: Youth Development