Sports Alternative Programs: Edmonton Public Schools
Sports Alternative
Sports Alternative programming enables student athletes to participate in rigorous sports training routines while remaining on track with their academic goals.
Goals:
Sports Alternative programming enables student athletes to participate in rigorous sports training routines while remaining on track with their academic goals.
Goals:
- Develop academic skills with a flexible schedule that allows for sport-specific training
- Improved technique and enhanced knowledge of the chosen sport or recreational activity
- Preparation for advanced training or competition
- Improved time management and organizational skills
- Academic classes scheduled for part of the day or week with sports training scheduled for the remainder of the day or week
- Athletic and sport training by certified coaches
- Access to on-site and community training facilities
- Shadow Days to provide prospective students with a first-hand experience in the program
Program Highlight
Our activity-focused campus offers unique and compelling sports, dance and pursuits programs within a thriving academic community in a small school environment. Student achievement at VRA is equal to, and often superior to, that of larger high schools. Fueled by closer interpersonal relationships with enthusiastic teachers and peers, a full offering of high school courses and a culture of academic excellence, VRA students receive the highest standard of education. Hand in hand with academic excellence are a host of other opportunities to make student life fun and exciting. VRA has numerous high calibre athletic teams and clubs, including basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, track and field, and wall climbing. Teamed with these opportunities are the highly charged and fun-filled, spirit-generating events that accompany sports and community service
At Edmonton Public Schools, choice is the foundation of our District’s approach to education. Edmonton Public Schools is recognized internationally for offering curriculum in ways that complement the unique backgrounds and talents of our students. Vimy Ridge Academy is a District-designated site for eight distinct programs: Baseball/Softball, Dance, Elite, Hockey, Lacrosse, Pursuits, Soccer and Sport Fit. Each program offers its students a unique opportunity to turn their activity-based passion into academic performance. * Resources consulted: http://vimyridge.epsb.ca/media/highschools/vimyridge/2017-2018HighSchoolProgramGuide.pdf |
Other Sports Alternative Programs
(Edmonton Public Schools)
Elementary: Donnan School
About Donnan School Donnan School has a strong emphasis on academics, physical activity and positive character development for all staff and students. We are an elementary sports alternative school where student athletes are provided with flexible schedules and a supportive academic environment. Students who are part of the regular program benefit from a broad focus on physical health and academic excellence. Our sports program includes hockey, sports recreation, Brazilian jiu-jjtsu and the Elite Athlete program. Flexible timetabling accommodates the training and rigorous schedules of elementary student athletes, and all students participate in our Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds program, which promotes physical health and lifelong activity. SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY We believe:
*Resources consulted: http://donnan.epsb.ca/ |
Senior High: Ross Sheppard School
About Ross Sheppard School Ross Sheppard School supports academics, athletics, the arts and service. We offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, French Immersion Program, Chinese Bilingual Program, Global Languages, Performing and Visual Arts, Sports Performance, Sports Medicine, Career and Technology Studies, Community Living Skills, and Interactions, and the Sports Alternative/Elite Athlete program. Our school is professionally staffed with an athletic therapist and fitness trainer. Our academic programming is built around the achievement of excellence for all while recognizing individual goals and abilities. Participating in athletics opens the door for students to display dedication, perseverance and sportsmanship. The arts allow students to explore and appreciate the world around them by encouraging creativity and adaptability. Our students are challenged to be active participants in leadership in the school and community. SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY Ross Sheppard is a culture and community of learners that embraces challenge and celebrates successes in academics, athletics, fine arts and service. WE ARE SHEP represents the pride, tradition and excellence that exists in our school on a daily basis. *Resources consulted: http://rosssheppard.epsb.ca/ |