NORTH VANCOUVER SCHOOL DISTRICT ENHANCED PROGRAM OFFERINGS

 PEAK PERFORMANCE PROGRAM 2010-2011
(Deadline for Application: March 29/10)

Seycove is pleased to announce that it is offering the North Vancouver School District Peak Performance Program.

The North Vancouver School District Peak Performance Program is designed for high level student athletes and performers that need to balance their education with demanding competition and training schedules. It is appropriate for athletes competing at the provincial or national level or students highly involved in the fine or performing arts.

Students who meet the entrance criteria to the program and are accepted after the application process will be able to take advantage of our timetable that accommodates their demanding schedules. Moreover, students may have the opportunity to gain credit for Ministry approved external credits.

Peak Performers is one of the Programs of Choice being offered by the North Vancouver School District.

North Vancouver School District
Peak Performance Program 2010-2011

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

The North Vancouver School District Peak Performance Program allows students to pursue their goals without compromising their schooling. It is appropriate for athletes competing at the provincial or national level or students highly involved in the fine or performing arts.

Students who meet the entrance criteria to the program and are accepted after the application process will be able to take advantage of our special timetable that accommodates their demanding training schedules and may have the opportunity to gain credit for Ministry approved external credits. Students will be required to re-apply on a yearly basis in order to demonstrate that their program and level of competition are at the standard required to be part of the program.

Criteria

• Minimum of 15 hours per week of specific training in their discipline year round.
• Minimum of C+ average and satisfactory work habits based on previous year’s report card. A student may not have any failing grades or Needs Improvement work habits. Special circumstances may be considered in consultation with the Principal.
• Competition at the Provincial or National level (based on Ministry requirements for External Sport Athlete Credentials).
• Recommendation of Coach or person responsible for training program indicating that the applicant is training a minimum of 15 hours per week under their supervision. The letter must also detail the specific training and activities undertaken by the applicant.
• Application form and all necessary documents.
• Approval of application by the Principal.

Individual

For students involved in individual sports (such as gymnastics, dance, rowing, or mountain biking) or students involved in the fine or performing arts:

• Eligibility will be partially determined by level of competition.
• Eligibility will be partially determined by selection to a Regional, Provincial, or National Program.
• Eligibility will be partially determined based on feedback from coach or instructor. (see application package - deadline is March 29/10)

Team

For students involved with team sports (such as soccer, hockey, basketball, or volleyball):

• Eligibility will be partially determined by the provincial sports governing body program established for elite player development.
• Eligibility will be partially determined by the Provincial, Regional, or National level in which the student has been selected to compete.

Eligibility will be partially determined by the External Credit Program of the Ministry of Education.

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HOW TO APPLY:  (Deadline is March 29/10)

Note, please read the information above, and have both forms filled out and returned
by March 29/10...

Student Application Form

Coach/Instructor Verification Form