Wawa students can now play hockey during the school day

Students in grades 6 to 8 at the École Saint-Joseph in Wawa can participate in the Hockey Canada Skills Academy (HCAS) program starting in September.

This program offered by the school gives students who are passionate about hockey the opportunity to perfect their knowledge of this sport within the everyday school life.

Students participating in this new program will be able to work on their hockey skills at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre. They will also receive specialized physical and cardiovascular training sessions. Approximately 20 students are expected to participate in the program in the 2024-2025 school year.

Registration costs $300 per student. Fees help cover certain costs associated with the program, including arena rental and equipment.

For more information, please see the following press release from the Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon:

It is with great pride that École Saint-Joseph (Wawa) will offer the Hockey Canada Skills Academy (HCAS) program starting in September 2024. Offered for the first time at Wawa, this specialized program allows students in grades 6 to 8 with a passion for hockey to perfect their mastery of the sport as part of their daily school life.

This program is part of the 6th, 7th or 8th grade physical education class and is supervised by certified and experienced staff from École Saint-Joseph. Students who enroll in this new program will be able to perfect their hockey skills at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre. They will also receive specialized physical and cardiovascular training sessions. Approximately 20 students are expected to participate in this program during the 2024-2025 school year. The registration fee is $300 per student. Fees help cover certain costs associated with the program, including arena rental and equipment.

This program aims to enhance the student learning experience by integrating hockey into the school day. It builds participants' confidence and self-esteem while providing opportunities for academic and athletic development. The HCAS program is designed to give all students who already play hockey the opportunity to work on developing their technical and individual skills in the classroom and on the ice.

“Many girls and boys at École Saint-Joseph are passionate hockey players. This sports studies program allows them to pursue their passion for this sport and succeed in their studies. Our long tradition of academic and sporting excellence has enabled us to meet the needs of our families and thus enrich our students' journey at our school,” explains Michel Lavergne, Rector of École Saint-Joseph.