Some Chapleau students could be hitting the ice during the school day this fall.
Chapleau's École secondaire catholique Trillium will offer the Hockey Canada Skills Academy program starting this September - the specialized program is part of the Grade 7 to 12 physical education course, with certified and experienced school staff to help up to 20 students "refine their on-ice technical skills" at the Chapleau Recreation Centre with "specialized training", including "off-ice physical conditioning".
There is a $300 registration fee to cover costs include arena rental and equipment.
Offered by Wawa's École Saint-Joseph since 2024 - and at Sudbury-area schools since 2022 - the program's aimed at enhancing "students' educational experience by integrating hockey into the school day...help[ing] participants strengthen confidence and self-esteem while offering opportunities for both academic and athletic development".