For the 2024/25 season the CSSHL is proud to introduce the Student-Athlete of the Month Award for the four different CSSHL divisions/age brackets: Eastern, West Female, West U18 MAle (U18 Prep, U17 Prep, U17) and West U15 Male (U15 Prep and U15) .

This award is aimed at recognizing the student-athletes within the CSSHL and acknowledges their hard work, dedication, commitment, leadership, academics and community impact.

We would like to congratulate these four student-athletes, who were all nominated by their programs, for their hard work in the month of September.

East Division – Spencer Garzon, Fort Erie International Academy U17:

“Spencer was recently named Team Captain and after the first month he鈥檚 in the top three academically. He鈥檚 a leader on and off the ice and has helped the new players adjust to dorms and day to day demands of being a student athlete at Fort Erie”

West Female Division – Anezka Cabelova, RHA Kelowna Female U18 Prep:

“Anezka joined RINK last year and completed the year with a 91% grade average over five subjects. Anezka is studying to graduate both in BC as well as Czech Republic and even with the heavy hockey game schedule, she remains current in her schoolwork. Anezka has also been a volunteer and helped minor hockey teams on the ice. She is committed and outstanding in all she does.”

West Male U18 Division – Ryker Klassen, South Alberta Hockey Academy U17 Prep:

“Ryker currently has a 90% in Math 20-1, 85% in English 20-1 and 87% in Social 20-1. He has led our team through his consistent work ethic in the classroom and on the ice. Ryker goes out of his way to help out the grade 10 math students on his team when they are stuck on concepts. His assignments are always done on time and to the best of his ability. Ryker’s teachers have commented on his respectfulness in the classroom and his respect, inclusion and interaction with all students in the school environment.”

West Male U15 Division – Yuki Kido, Pilot Mound Hockey Academy U15 Prep:

“Yuki has excelled in arriving in a new country and adapting to the new culture in Canada. Yuki has demonstrated strong goaltending on the ice, in the classroom, and in off-ice workouts. Yuki goes above and beyond in his first month at PMHA for his teammates. He is self-confident and self-disciplined which has been critical in setting good habits for the U15 Prep program that we would like to maintain over time. Yuki accepts feedback from staff well, and we look forward to watching him grow this season.”

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PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION STATEMENT

At our Hockey Canada Accredited School, our commitment extends beyond the rink. We understand the importance of balancing academics and athletics, and our student-athletes benefit from a comprehensive education that prepares them for success beyond their hockey careers. Our academic curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire, fostering critical thinking and personal growth. We take pride in creating a supportive and motivating environment where student-athletes can thrive. The camaraderie among players, combined with our dedicated coaching and academic staff, forms a tight-knit community that shares a common passion for excellence.

鈥淒oing the right thing allows you to take the proper steps to achieving future goals,鈥� General Manager: Freddie Coccimiglio.听

听LIST OF TEAMS IN THE CSSHL

• Eastern U17
• Eastern U18

LOCATION AND YEAR THE PROGRAM ENTERED THE CSSHL

We are a border city located in Fort Erie, Ontario, minutes away from Buffalo, New York alongside Lake Erie.听 2024/25 will be our first season competing in the CSSHL.

EDUCATION

• Partner School
  • Fort Erie International Academy is a private co-educational grade 6-12 boarding school in Fort Erie, ON.
  • Our school’s pillars are Academics, Athletics, Pastoral Care, Character Development, and Community.
  • We are fully accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education.
  • Approximately 80% of our teachers are (or have been OCT) certified, while others hold advanced degrees
• What are some of the things your program does to provide educational support?
  • We offer Academic Support in the Learning Commons every weekday from 3:40 – 4:40 pm. A teacher from each department is scheduled to help students with assessments, catch up on work, and consolidate knowledge.
  • Our ESL Department and Specialist teachers听provide ESL support. This could be translated documents, extra support in the classroom, and support in the Learning Commons after school
  • Approximate class sizes听are 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio
  • Learning Commons (along with a dedicated Learning Support teacher) is available throughout the school day to provide one-on-one support and assessment supervision.
  • We use hybrid learning (D2L) when students travel on the road. Student-athletes can access their classwork, submit assessments, and connect with their teachers.
• How are grades monitored, and how often?
  • Formal reporting occurs at midterm and finals (report cards are issued to parents and students)
  • Informal reporting (Work Habits & Learning Skills) occurs at the quarter-way point through Progress Reports. Feedback is provided to students daily and weekly. Parents are communicated with by teachers and the Academic Staff on an as-needed basis.
  • Our Student Success Team meets monthly to identify students in need (70% or less) and to support them accordingly.
• How are courses and the graduation path for student-athletes chosen?
  • Our Guidance Department (Adam Nash) and Student Wellness Coordinator (Lisa Marie Thompson) provide support and resources for students regarding college/university/career planning, course selections, and mental health and well-being. Our Guidance Department creates an Individual Pathway Plan (IPP), meeting with the students periodically throughout the year.
• Do you have an academic probation policy?
  • Teachers and the Academic Office flag students with a 70% or below. These students may be required to miss practices, training, and games until their grade(s) improve.
  • All communication between听Academics听and the Athletic Department is streamlined, with all issues about student-athletes going through the Principal, Academic Coordinator, and Director of Hockey Operations

鈥淚 am privileged to lead Fort Erie International Academy and the many talented teachers and students here! My goal is to continue to bring passion to education with a commitment to creating a supportive climate and culture at F.E.I.A. conducive to teaching the 鈥淲hole Child,鈥� empowering staff & students by creating a conducive environment for teaching and learning, implementing meaningful initiatives, and inspiring life-long learning and well-being!鈥� – Principal: William Cockburn

RESIDENTIAL LIFE

• Do you offer a billeting program or a dormitory for non-local student athletes?
  • Non-local student athletes stay in a dormitory, which is located on campus and is walking distance to the school. Two students per room and 24 hr security.听 FEIA also has full time Dorm Leaders to monitor curfew and check ins.
• What kind of life skills to the student athletes learn by living in the dorms or with billets?
  • Living in dorms will help our student athletes in their growth on becoming a successful young professional. This allows student athletes to become independent and learn life skills that will help them mature into a well-rounded person.听 Doing laundry, relationship skills and appreciation of new cultures are all examples of this.
  • Fort Erie Academy offers students a new purpose-built, on-campus residence where students live alongside their fellow students and 24/7 staff. The residence is designed to be more than just housing – it’s a true home for students, where they broaden their horizons, make lifelong connections, learn key life skills and much more.

STUDENT ATHLETE HEALTH

• How are injuries and sick student athletes monitored?
  • FEIA has full-time Certified Athletic Therapist who work out of main facilities and are easily accessible.听 They attend all FEIA hockey games where injury assessment, rehabilitation and coverage is provided.
  • Injuries:
    • Injury is observed by the Athletic Therapist or Coach. Athletic Therapist asses the injury and determines the athlete needs. Athlete gets in for treatment with us to help with their injury, and if no progress is made, we refer them to our sports doctor. The Athletic Therapist is in constant communication with the sports doctor regarding injuries sent to her. Once the athlete is cleared by the sports doctor or Athletic Therapist they return to play. We have a documented system for injuries and treatments. The players check in with us daily in regards to the status of their injuries and we communicate with coaches as to what they can/can’t do.
  • Concussions
    • If one is suspected, we do a SCAT 6 and refer to a sports doctor for diagnosis. The athlete follows our gradual return to play/school concussion protocol. Before returning to game play they are cleared by a medical doctor.

听鈥淲e provide individualized treatments plans for our injured athletes and we work hard to provide a safe, comfortable, and inclusive space at FEIA,鈥� Head Athletic: Therapist Kayla VandeKemp CAT and BSc Psychology

听鈥淎 space where students can voice their thoughts, learn how to manage mental health, and apply it to their everyday lives to equip them for the future,鈥� Student Wellness Coordinator: Lisa Marie Thompson

SCHEDULE

• What days the daily schedule look like for a student athlete in your program?
  • Practice 8-930
  • Class 10-12pm
  • Lunch 12-130pm
  • Class 130-3pm
  • Workout 330-430pm
  • Dinner 5pm
  • Study Hall/Video Sessions 6-7pm
• How many games can your teams expect to play?
  • We will play a 50-60 game schedule. This will include CSSHL league games, playoffs, exhibition games and 3 major tournaments.
• What does the on and off ice training look like?
  • This is a true development program. On-ice skills are focused on daily and outside skill coaches are brought in once a week.听 FEIA has a full-time strength coach who focuses on speed and agility.听 He has a designed program that helps student athletes maintain their weight throughout the year.
  • Four 90-minute practices per week
  • 3 weight room sessions per week
  • Breakdown of game video
  • Professional and experienced coaches
  • New speed and shooting room
  • State of the Art weight room
• How long does your program run?
  • The FEIA hockey program runs 10 months from September to June. Once our season is complete the players practice 2 times a week and train 2 times a week.

KEY STAFF AND CONTACT INFO

General Manger: Freddie.coccimiglio@feia.ca

U17 Head Coach: Dany.faucher@feia.ca

U18 Head Coach: Derek.bachynski@feia.ca

Principal: William.cockburn@feia.ca

Head Athletic Therapist: kayla.vanderkemp@feia.ca

Student Wellness Coordinator: lisamarie.thompson@feia.ca

Admissions Manager: Trisha.sassi@feia.ca

Academic Director: adam.nash@feia.ca

PRICE

• What is including in the price to attend the program? Breakdown of fees
  • Financials can be provided upon request

CONTACT

• What is the best way to contact the program?
  • Website:
  • Email: info@feai.ca
  • Social media: @feiahockey, @feia.ca, @FTErieAcademy
  • Phone: 1-647-728-7840

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Balmoral Hall School, Fort Erie International Academy, King鈥檚-Edgehill School, Lower Canada College and Selwyn House School all were accepted into the CSSHL, bringing the league to a total of 37 member programs across Canada and the USA.

鈥淭he CSSHL is excited to add these five member programs as we continue to expand and grow our league across North America,鈥� said CSSHL COO Kevin Goodwin. 鈥淭he long-standing history of these academic institutions and their commitment to education aligns with our mission statement to be National leaders in education-based hockey.鈥�

Located in Winnipeg, MB, Balmoral Hall School was founded in 1901 and is currently the longest standing prep hockey program in Manitoba with 18 years鈥� experience. Balmoral Hall will join the Female Prep division.

鈥淏almoral Hall School is excited to join the CSSHL for the 2024/2025 season. This transition marks a significant milestone for our program and each of our players. The CSSHL offers several advantages that closely align with our school’s goals and values, ensuring a seamless continuation of our commitment to excellence in both academics and athletics,鈥� said Regan Boulton, Interim Director of Hockey and Head Coach.

Located in Fort Erie, ON, a border city just minutes away from Western New York, Fort Erie International Academy (FEIA) was founded in 2019 as a Private Secondary School. FEIA has appeared as a guest team in the CSSHL Eastern Division this season and will add teams to the Eastern U17 and U18 divisions.

“This is an exciting time for FEIA hockey.听 We are thrilled to be part of the CSSHL as it will allow our student-athletes to continue their growth and development both on and off the ice.听 This provides excellent exposure and opportunities across the Country. We look forward to working with and being part of the CSSHL,鈥� added Freddie Coccimiglio, FEIA Boys General Manager.

King鈥檚-Edgehill School is located in Windsor, NS, about 45 minutes from Halifax. Founded in 1788, King鈥檚-Edgehill School is Canada’s first independent School. King鈥檚-Edgehill School has appeared as a guest team in the CSSHL Eastern Division this season and will play in the Eastern U18 division.

“We are thrilled to be joining the CSSHL, competing in the Eastern U18 Division in 2024-25. Being a part of the CSSHL will provide our student athletes the opportunity to continue to develop and grow in Canada’s premier education-based hockey league. We look forward to working with and being a part of the CSSHL and all of its members,” said King鈥檚-Edgehill Program Coordinator and Head Coach Zack MacQueen.

Founded in 1909, Lower Canada College (LCC) is a coed day school located in Montreal, QC. LCC will play in the Eastern U17 division next season.

“LCC is excited to join the CSSHL at the U17 level. The league shares many common values with our program and school. By joining we CSSHL, we feel that our student-athletes will maximize their development opportunities in high school hockey,” added Christian Viau, Director of Athletics.

Selwyn House School, established in 1908 and located in Westmount, QC, is an all-boys K-12 institution committed to academic excellence. Selwyn House will play in the Eastern U17 division next season.

“Gaining membership into the CSSHL further demonstrates our dedication to providing our student-athletes with opportunities to grow and graduate prepared for the next level of education and athletics. The CSSHL is a prestigious league recognized for developing and showcasing elite hockey players across Canada. At the same time, we are staying true to Selwyn House’s mission and vision by aligning with an education-based league just as focused on character development and academic pursuits as it is to excellence on the ice,” said Mike Maurovich, Director of Athletics for Selwyn House School.

The new additions brings the Eastern Division to a total of 20 teams and 13 member programs. The Female U18 Prep division will see 14 teams from 12 member programs competing in 2024/25.

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