C-K Principal Plans to Build Foundation as New Head Football Coach

Charles “Chuck” Kassick doesn’t envision his ascendance to Claysburg-Kimmel High School head varsity football coach as a short-term venture.

“Claysburg has treated me very well, the staff, the administrative team, the students, the parents, the community members. I’ve had a very good time since I’ve been there,” Kassick said. “If you invest in me, I’ve got to invest in you.”

With that in mind, the 43-year-old Kassick, hired as the district’s high school principal less than two years ago, isn’t planning to just put competitive smaller-school teams on the field. His aims are more grandiose.

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