1. Extracurricular Activities in Pembina Trails School Division: An overview of current practice Geoff Brewster Physical Education & Health Consultant Pembina Trails School Division gbrewster@pembintrails.ca

2. Mission of Pembina Trails School Division Extracurricular Athletic Programs Pembina Trails is dedicated to athletic excellence through challenging and enriching experiences for all participants, in a safe and caring environment.

3. Vision : In the Pembina Trails School Division, our vision of extracurricular athletics is to: Promote and provide challenging opportunities that support individual growth in a respectful environment. Ensure a welcoming and caring environment where participants feel emotionally and physically safe. Promote a sense of belonging by valuing meaningful participation and teamwork. Recognize and celebrate the athletes’ unique and diverse talents. Commit to a common purpose that inspires achievement and personal satisfaction. Communicate effectively by sharing information in an honest, respectful manner. Live our values.

4. Values: In the Pembina Trails School Division, we value: Athletic challenges where dignity and respect are promoted and provided for all participants. A safe, caring, and welcoming environment. Balanced programming that promotes the development of the diverse talents and abilities of all participants. An environment that inspires and strengthens our commitment, responsibility and accountability to each other. Honest, respectful and timely communications. Participation in learning opportunities that enhance personal and team development. Dedication, innovation, enthusiasm and involvement.

5. Athletic Associations Pembina Trails Athletic Association Grades 4-6 Pembina Trails Athletic Association Grades 7-9 West Winnipeg Athletic Association Grades 10-12

6. Each Athletic Association has a separate constitution which was created in full at amalgamation and which is updated as necessary. All Athletic Associations have separate sport-specific by-laws which outline the rules and organization of each sport. Each association meets during the school year to discuss association business. All mtgs. are after school except the AGM. PTAA Grades 4-6 PTAA Grades 7-9 WWAC Five meetings (including AGM) Seven meetings (including AGM) Nine meetings (including AGM)

7. Member Schools: P.T.A.A Grades 4-6 Pembina Trails School DivisionOther All 27 Pembina Trails schools with grade(s) 4-6Gray Academy* * Currently on a one-year trial membership Official PTAA ActivitiesSchool Organized Activities Cross Country Running (Gr. 4-6)Curling Volleyball (Gr. 6 Friendly Tournaments)Flag Football Basketball (Gr. 6 Friendly Tournaments)Indoor Track Track and Field (Gr. 4-6)and others…

8. Grade 4, 5, and 6 Extracurricular Beliefs The emphasis needs to be on fair play, sportsmanship, and character building. The programs need to foster the development of positive attitudes. All participants play an equal amount of time. No game scores are be kept during team competitions and results from individual competitions will be used to set personal goals for improvement. P.T.A.A Grades 4-6

9. Member Schools: P.T.A.A Grades 7-9 Pembina Trails School DivisionOther Acadia Junior HighLinden Meadows SchoolGray Academy Arthur A. Leach SchoolRiver West Park SchoolSt. Mary’s Academy École Charleswood SchoolÉcole Van Walleghem SchoolSt. Paul’s High School General Byng SchoolVincent Massey CollegiateWpg. Mennonite Middle School Henry G. IzattÉcole Viscount AlexanderSt. John’s Ravenscourt* Laidlaw SchoolWestdale School * Currently on a one-year trial membership

10. P.T.A.A 7-9 Activities Official PTAA ActivitiesSchool Organized Activities Cross Country RunningCheerleading VolleyballCurling BasketballFlag Football BadmintonIndoor Track Track and FieldSoccer (Indoor & Outdoor) Team Handball Ultimate Water Polo

11. PTAA grade 7-9 activities are organized either into grade or ability levels. Grade based activityAbility based activity Cross Country Volleyball (Grade 9) Basketball (Grade 9) Badminton Track and Field Volleyball (Grade 7 & 8) (Bumpers, Diggers, Spikers) Basketball (Grade 7 & 8) (Fox, Nash, Triano)

12. Grade 7 Extracurricular Beliefs: The fundamental belief at this developmental stage is that all students should be given the opportunity to play with equal time. It is important to provide students with a transition to higher levels of skill development. It is important to promote and encourage the enthusiasm to play sports and to be physically active as a way of life. P.T.A.A Grades 7-9

13. Grade 8 and 9 Extracurricular Beliefs: It is important to increase the quality of the coaching while maintaining a high level of participation. Every player should play in every game. The playing time of each player should be significant. The amount of playing time is at the discretion of the coach with the understanding that playing time may be adjusted due to extenuating circumstances (e.g. behaviour, attendance, etc.). Coaches must make players aware of the circumstances that may affect their playing time. Students are still developing their skills and need to be given the opportunity demonstrate the acquisition and application of these skills. Although divisional banners are awarded for team competitions it is important to remember that students still want to PLAY and have FUN. P.T.A.A Grades 7-9

14. Member Schools: West Winnipeg Athletic Conference Pembina Trails School Division St. James-Assiniboia School Division Other Fort Richmond CollegiateJohn Taylor CollegiatePortage Collegiate* Oak Park High SchoolSt. James CollegiateSt. Paul’s High School Shaftesbury High SchoolSturgeon Heights CollegiateSt. Mary’s Academy Vincent Massey CollegiateWestwood CollegiateStonewall Collegiate* * Associate schools (only participate in some conference sports)

15. West Winnipeg Athletic Conference Official WWAC ActivitiesSchool Organized Activities Cross Country RunningBaseballCricket VolleyballCross Country SkiingFastball CurlingFootballIce Hockey BasketballIndoor SoccerIndoor Track BadmintonRingetteRugby Outdoor SoccerTeam HandballUltimate GolfWater Polo Track and Field

16. Grade 10, 11, 12 Extracurricular Beliefs: It is important to encourage participation of students in Senior High School Athletics through interscholastic programs It is important to provide an outlet for the skills learned and the appreciations developed through competition To promote the qualities of sportsmanship, fair play, leadership, good citizenship, and the general objectives of education in Manitoba To promote excellence in all phases of athletic competition. To provide excellent coaching and role modeling for student-athletes. W.W.A.C.

17. Divisional Guidelines & Documents

18. Handbook for Extracurricular Athletic Programs Outlines roles and responsibilities for: 1) Principal 2) Physical Education Staff 3) School Contact 4) Coach 5) Team Supervisor 6) Home Game Supervisor Identifies divisional beliefs towards extracurricular athletics at different age/grade levels.

19. Handbook for Extracurricular Athletic Programs Provides information related to: Qualifications and beliefs of coaches Reporting of inappropriate conduct Safety/Emergency protocols Extended field trip/tournament information Transportation guidelines Links to appropriate forms

20. Coaching Qualifications/Requirements Pembina Trails EmployeeNon Pembina Trails Employee (Volunteer) Transportation of Students *Child Abuse Registry Check * School Sport Coaching CodeCriminal Record Check * Respect In Sport Cert.Transportation of Students * Pledge of ConfidentialitySchool Sport Coaching Code First Aid/CPR Cert. (Recommended)Respect In Sport Cert. Sport Specific Coaching Cert. (Recom.)Pledge of Confidentiality Volunteer Agreement First Aid/CPR Cert. (Recommended) Sport Specific Coaching Cert. (Recom.) * Required by divisional policy

21. Principled Coaching Practices Divisionally created document which outlines expected behaviour standards for coaches/supervisors during extracurricular athletics in Pembina Trails School Division. Reflects divisional mission, vision, and values for extracurricular athletics. Speaks to coaching ethics, coaching with honour, responsibility, respect, and integrity. Document to be shared with all coaches and coaches to sign the School Sport Coaching Code” which acknowledges understanding and compliance of Principled Coaching Practices..

22. Fundamental Questions 1.How does the current climate within the Pembina Trails extracurricular program reflect the mission, vision, values, and beliefs? If changes need to be made to either the climate or guiding principles please elaborate. 2.Based on the shift in school organization as a result of “Making the Move”, how should the organization structure of the Pembina Trails Athletic Associations be modified? 3.What changes should be made to divisional programming of athletic activities to best meet the needs of all students in Pembina Trails? 4.How can Pembina Trails assist further in ensuring exceptional coaching for all students?.