Vankleek Hill Collegiate Institute (VCI) Physical Education Teacher Dan Tremblay has received a Trustee Innovation Award from the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB).
Trustee Innovation Awards are presented to individuals who use creative and innovative practices in their schools or workplaces and inspire others to think about how they can adapt new practices and grow. Recipients also receive a monetary contribution to their school or department that can be used to continue the project or expand it.
According to the UCDSB, Tremblay won the award for his efforts in promoting physical and mental health among staff and students. He has improved student participation in lifelong fitness by implementing new extracurricular activities like Ultimate Frisbee, Arm Wrestling, and CrossFit, appealing to students who do not usually join traditional sports teams. Dan spearheaded the first eastern regional CrossFit “Throwdown” Competition at VCI, involving 100 students from nine regional schools. The bilingual event emphasized individual goal setting and inclusivity.
