Sports Academy

We are delighted to invite students to apply to be part of our Sporting Academy. The College recognises a need to support students that have a passion for playing sport are currently performing at their personal best on and off the field.

The Academy aims to maximise individual student’s sporting potential. The teachers and facilitators involved in the program recognise the need for students to balance their sport and training commitments with their academic studies.

Our Athlete Enhancement Program facilitates student achievement through promoting health, sport and academic excellence. The Athlete Enhancement Program (AEP) aims to develop future leaders and positive role models in their chosen field.

Immersion days:

Grade 6 Sport Challenge day – Wednesday 4th March 2020

*Please contact the school office for further information.

Applications open for year all 7, 8 & 9 Sports Academy Classes.

Candidates are welcome to apply/reapply for positions available in current AEP classes.

Important 2020 dates:

Accepting applications now for 2020
Submission date for applications: 29th May 2020
Interviews: Term 2 and 3 by appointment
Offer date as per department guidelines: 19th August 2020 TBC – Schools are not allowed to offer before this mandated date

*Due to the current situation we will be advising parents/students of the interview process. This would conform to social distancing requirements.

Program structure:

Sports coaching & Sports leadership

Fitness training & testing

Sport excursions & challenges

The Academy offers students the opportunity to:

Improve physical performance and prepare physically in our strength and conditioning facility.
Increase their theoretical knowledge and understanding of what it takes to become a top athlete and leader.
Access weekly morning training sessions.
Undertake coaching sessions run by accredited coaches from development programs throughout Victoria.
Showcase their potential at inter school sporting competitions and carnivals.
Analyse personal performance and movement patterns.
Compare personal fitness levels with the expected ‘norms’ for high level sport teams.
Participate in ‘Activity Challenge Days’ that encourage teamwork, build self confidence and improve leadership skills.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

What do we do?

In addition to regular Health and Physical education curriculum lessons every week AEP (Athlete Enhancement Program) students will receive:

A classwork theory lesson related to sports performance. Areas of study include: goal setting, fitness testing, training regime development, leadership training, and sports nutrition.

A strength & conditioning session with specific fitness training focused on increasing different components such as strength and speed for their chosen sport.

A coaching session with specific skills coaching in their chosen sport as well as peer to peer coaching focusing on teamwork and communication.

They will undertake the Athlete Enhancement Program (AEP) at Years 7, 8 and 9. Senior students will have the opportunity to access a modified program and maintain their involvement through future pathways at Mount Erin College

ATHLETE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (AEP)

The ‘Athlete Enhancement Program’ aims to give the participating students the tools to be better leaders and performers sport. Students will be proactive in their approach and move towards becoming independent in their learning both on and off the field.

At various times during the year they will be involved in ‘Activity Challenge Days’. Previous challenges have included an MCG Tour & National Sports Museum Visit, Victorian Institute of Sport, Peninsula obstacle course, Beach Team Challenge, Dandenong 1000 Steps Challenge.

Students will also perform ‘Fitness testing Days at both Mount Erin College & Monash University. AEP Students are also able to access to ‘morning training’ sessions at school facilities.

ONLINE APPLICATION OPTIONS

ONLINE APPLICATION

DOWNLOAD/PRINT APPLICATION OPTIONS

PRINT APPLICATION (PDF)

HOW TO APPLY INFORMATION (PDF)

SELECTION CRITERIA

Our current focus sports are AFL, Cricket, Basketball and Netball. The sports academy will consider all ‘other sports’ but preference may be given to students playing our core sports. We encourage all to apply.

Our selection process is based on the following key criteria:
Students must maintain this criteria if they wish to remain in the program.

Candidates are welcome to apply for places in current AEP classes and will be added to a reserve list

1. Sporting Ability & Sports Leadership

Applicants must have a passion for sport and be performing at their personal best in their chosen sport
Have the potential to play at an higher level and be sports leader
Desire to enhance personal and team performance at a higher level
Leadership qualities
Exhibits commitment to personal development

2. Academic Achievement

Consistently achieving satisfactory results in all subject areas.
Yr 7-9 applicants must be performing at relevant VELS standard or above across all subject areas (consolidating).

3. Interpersonal Development

Attitude to learning and behaviour must be positive across all subjects.
Meet Mount Erin College’s acronym ASPIRE.

Adaptability

Social Awareness

Personal Best

Integrity

Responsibility

Excellence

SELECTION PROCESS

Our selection process is based on the following key criteria.

Applicants must complete the initial application form and submit it to the MEC Administration office or online,
After your application has been received, you will be contacted in due course by the College to book an interview and be advised of the requirements for that interview.
At interview (or prior) you must bring with you a Sport Academy Portfolio.
Sport Academy Portfolio requirements – all documents MUST be photocopies

• Cover Photo

• Handwritten letter outlining why you would like to be in program

• Past sporting achievements

• Samples of work that you are proud of

• Last two school reports

• Year 5 NAPLAN results

• Any other awards and achievements

• Recommendation letter for the program
Students not successful will be placed on a group reserve list. This group list may be reviewed when spaces are available and suitable candidates contacted.