Dear Highland Park Staff & Community,
I’m incredibly excited and honored to officially step into the role of Athletic Programs & Sports Medicine Administrator here at Highland Park. It’s a privilege to join a community so deeply rooted in tradition, pride, and potential.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work at some of the most respected institutions in sports and healthcare including the New York Yankees, New York Rangers, Columbia University Medical Center, and the Hospital for Special Surgery. These experiences have shaped my philosophy: that excellence in athletics must be rooted in integrity, teamwork, and a relentless focus on student-athlete development, both on and off the field.
My mission in this role is simple yet ambitious: to elevate the student-athlete experience through intentional development, sustained program growth, and a unified culture of teamwork and excellence. Athletics is not just about wins and losses, it's about leadership, character-building, fostering resilience, and creating opportunities for every student to grow both on and off the field.
I firmly believe the best outcomes come when we work together across departments and disciplines, and I look forward to partnering with every staff and community member to support our students in reaching their fullest potential and creating an environment where our student-athletes thrive, where our programs flourish, and where teamwork drives lasting impact.
This is an exciting new chapter for Highland Park Athletics, and together, we have the opportunity to build something truly special. I’m eager to listen, learn, and lead with purpose.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me anytime. I welcome your ideas, your input, and your partnership. Here's to a great journey ahead. Let’s bring Highland Park athletics to the top where it belongs!
Here’s to an exciting new chapter! Let’s lead, grow, and win TOGETHER!
GO OWLS!
With gratitude and excitement,
Marc Mortellaro, Ph.D, ATC
Athletic Programs & Sports Medicine Administrator