BC School Sports is excited to announce the award categories for the 2023-2024 year. Click the attached document to read more about the criteria’s and how to submit nominations for consideration. Submission Deadline is Monday, March 4th at 4PM. Link to nomination survey can be found in the awards package.
HOW IT WORKS
The BCSS Virtual Dunk Challenge is an online contest where student-athletes in grades 11 and 12 (registered on a senior basketball team in STARS) can submit a dunk video through our online submission form.
The first 16 videos submitted and approved (after meeting all criteria) will move on to the voting bracket.
BCSS will run the contest on our Instagram page (@bcschoolsports) over the next few weeks through head-to-head matchups in a bracket format. Student-athletes are encouraged to vote for their favourite dunk videos!
THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR THIS CONTEST IS FEBRUARY 5, 2024, AT 4 PM.
VIDEOS SUBMITTED AFTER THIS DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Know a student-athlete who should participate? Read and review all submission criteria here
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BCSS latest newsletter is here: January 2024 Newsletter.pdf
Athletic Directors: Take advantage of this Leadership Course to enhance your professional & personal development! #RiskManagement #Liability #Negligence
OFSAA, in conjunction with the CIAAA, is offering an online course for Ontario Athletic Directors.
OFSAA is offering 50% (or $95-) off of the registration fee for the upcoming ONLINE COURSE titled LEGAL ISSUES – The Basics of Negiligence, Liability and Risk Management. This course will be offered on Tuesday, February 27 from 6-9 pm and is a course targeted for current and prospective Athletic Directors.
This offer is good for the first 19 Athletic Directors that apply.
Registration for the course can be done at the following site and more information will be sent out to registrants as we get closer to the date.
OFSAA, in conjunction with the CIAAA, is offering an online course for Ontario Athletic Directors. I apologize if you have already taken the course but perhaps you could recommend this to another AD or aspiring AD in your area if you have.
OFSAA is offering 50% (or $95-) off of the registration fee for the upcoming ONLINE COURSE titled LEGAL ISSUES – The Basics of Negiligence, Liability and Risk Management. This course will be offered on Tuesday, February 27 from 6-9 pm and is a course targeted for current and prospective Athletic Directors.
This offer is good for the first 19 Athletic Directors that apply.
Registration for the course can be done at the following site and more information will be sent out to registrants as we get closer to the date.
https://www.trackie.com/event/2024-CIOS1165734935694342753153111859629393898871
Following fast on the heels of our highly successful Fall 2023 conference, we are now focused on bringing you a repeat performance in Spring 2024.
Our mission is to encourage, promote and develop active living, healthy lifestyles and personal growth through intramural and recreational programs within the education and recreation communities.
Please join us!
LOCATION: Huron Heights Secondary School, 40 Huron Heights Drive, Newmarket, ON
Online Registration is through EventBrite.
Processing fee and HST will be added during checkout.
Online Registration closes on April 16, 2024
Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event.
The Eventbrite fee is non-refundable.
OCSS Returns: New Format & All-Star Cast Coming March 23, 2024
Experience the pinnacle of sport leadership at the next Ontario Coaches Summit Series coming March 23, 2024 in Hamilton!
Offering a NEW and unparalleled opportunity, prepare to immerse yourself in hands-on and in-depth workshops and content such as building positive sport parents and mastering team chemistry!
“OCSS is truly a unique event where I never knew I could walk away with so many practical takeaways and new information.” – 2023 Delegate
Tickets are limited so be sure act swiftly to secure your spot today! Save up to 25% off with early bird pricing ending February 28.
Summit Preview
The Parent Problem: Building Positive Relationships With Sport Parents Tackling one of the most common challenges in sport. Uncover practical strategies to better understand, communicate & collaborate with parents.
Building Team Mastery: The Secret of Team Culture, Chemistry & Cohesion Through a mix of artistry & scientific precision, gain strategies to foster team resiliency, optimize dynamics, & cultivate a culture of thriving performance.
Jennifer Botterill 3x Olympic Hockey Champion, NHL Analyst on CBC Hockey Night in Canada, NHL on TNT & CEO of Excel in Life
James Leath NFL, NBA, IMG Academy, Exos Mental Performance Consultant, Founder of Unleash the Athlete & Author
Kayla Grey TSN Sports Centre, Toronto Raptors Reporter, Co-Executive Producer of The Shift Sports & Award Winning Personality
Join us in-person on March 23, 2024 from 9am – 4:30pm with all access to behind the scenes stories, in depth discussions and cutting edge science to shape the future of sport!
Your ticket includes free parking, breakfast and lunch, special guests, workshop handouts, speaker meet & greet, and much more!
Early bird access ends February 28, 2024! Save up to 25% off!
Upcoming Summits
The Ontario Coaches Summit Series returns virtually in September 2024 during National Coaches Week! Stay tuned for unprecedented access to new ideas, speakers, content and giveaways!
Education is a journey, not a destination. Continue your quest for knowledge and growth at #OCSS.
Need to fill an upcoming PD Day? Want an opportunity specific to Athletic Administration?
Schedule your next school, zone or district PD Day through the CIAAA and let us take care of the planning.
The CIAAA can offer customization Professional Development, including a half-day Leadership Training Program of your choice, or a full-day option that will include an LTP and workshops, designed for what your district needs most. We have a variety of Courses including Legal Topics, Organization, Coaching/Leadership, and Designing your Department Handbook, all which will provide the tools to set you up for success.
Interested in scheduling a session for this Winter/Spring session? Want to plan ahead and get a jumpstart on the Fall 2024? Reach out to caleigh@ciaaa.ca and see how we can best suit your needs.
Check out our PD Day Flyer or download to share with your Admin.
Reminder
The National Athletic Directors Conference is 75 days away!
OFSAA is excited to announce that Kruzee is now our Official Driving School!
Voted Top Driving School in Canada and Best in GTA, Kruzee’s unique offering is perfect for student-athletes. Kruzee offers seamless online lesson booking, free pickup from games, practices, school, home, and top-rated driving instructors that care about your success.
Save $50 on Kruzee’s Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course with the promo code OFSAA50.
Learn more and book online here at www.kruzee.com.
Kruzee will also be launching an exclusive Coach’s Ambassador Program in the next few weeks. Stay tuned for more details on how to get involved!
About Kruzee:
Kruzee is transforming the way Canadians learn to drive. They are at the forefront of a major shift in driver’s education: to replace outdated, traditional teaching methods with a modern, digital-first approach that resonates with today’s learners. Kruzee was founded on the belief that learning to drive should be an interactive, convenient experience, accessible anytime, anywhere.
Driven by a commitment to improve road safety, Kruzee is dedicated to making Canadian roads safer for everyone. This commitment is rooted in the understanding that the journey to safer roads begins the moment a new driver takes the wheel. With dangerous driving rates in Canada hitting a 16-year high, the urgency of this mission has never been greater.
The inception of Kruzee was inspired by the founders’ own disappointing experiences with driver’s education in Ontario. They envisioned a vastly improved, more engaging learning process for new drivers. By focusing on creating a user-friendly, effective platform that is supported by a robust defensive driving curriculum, Kruzee aims to equip new drivers with the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate the roads safely.
Want to level up your game in 2024? Here are the resolutions you need to be making:
1. Stay consistent. Practice makes perfect.
2. Eat healthier, fuel your body and mind.
3. Prioritize school
4. Spend time with friends
5. Don’t forget the self-care and rest
University of Saskatchewan professors, Dr. Chad and Dr. Humbert are requesting participation in a project that seeks to understand the experiences of women physical education teachers, especially the barriers, opportunities, skills, competencies, expectations, and hopes and dreams of teaching physical education.
A link to the survey can be found here.
Registration for the 2024 ASAA Beyond Boundaries: Women in Sport Workshop & Luncheon is now open!
We invite all female coaches, administrators, officials, and athletic directors who are involved in High School Athletics to join us on National Women and Girls in Sport Day, February 7th, 2024 for an afternoon filled with discussion, debate, collaboration, and networking; all focusing on developing meaningful and actionable solutions to issues and roadblocks that women in sports face within our Province. We have an excellent line up of guest speakers who have been game changers and sport leaders throughout our Province, as well as some amazing door prizes to be won.
Location: Prairie Gardens, 56311 Lily Road Lake, Bon Accord
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm MST
Registration Cost: $45.00 (includes GST, lunch, and succulent to take home)
Registration Deadline: 11:59pm February 2nd, 2024
We look forward to hosting you on February 7th!
