Scott Gillespie – Teacher/Sport Rec Program Coordinator
Scott Gillespie has been a teacher with the Edmonton Public School Board since 1994. Scott began teaching at Vimy Ridge Academy in 2002 and has been involved with the Sport Rec Program since its conception.
A graduate of the University of Alberta, Scott holds a Bachelor of Physical Education with majors in Outdoor Education and Athletic Training and Conditioning, as well as a Professional Certification in Education.
In addition to his regular teaching and administrative responsibilities, Scott has taken on the role as head coach of the Jr. High Boy’s basketball team.
Scott draws on his wide variety of interests and experiences to provide students with a well rounded program that encourages life-long learning and participation.
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Jeff Jones – Executive Director, Academic and Athletic Development (AAD)
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Dave Tran – Teacher/Instructor
Dave Tran has been a teacher with the Edmonton Public School Board for the past 6 years and was a former member of the Canadian National Men’s Water Polo program from 1995-2001 and a Provincial U17 Head Water Polo Coach from 2003-2004.
A graduate of the University of Alberta, Dave holds a Bachelor of Education as well as a level 2 National Coaching Certification. He also facilitates the Students’ Union at Vimy Ridge Academy which encourages leadership and pride. These experiences, in combination with his interests in all sports, allow him to provide students with a high motivation and enthusiasm for an active and healthy lifestyle.
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Rob Schmidt – Teacher/Instructor - Donnan School
Rob Schmidt has been a teacher with Edmonton Public Schools for the past 12 years. Rob has taught at Donnan School for eleven of those years and has worked as a coach in the Sport Rec and The Hockey Program for the past eight years.
A graduate of the University of Alberta, Rob holds a bachelor of Education Degree with a focus in elementary education. As well, he also has his Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Psychology. Rob has been involved in outdoor athletics for many years and during his spare time he works as a ski instructor and coach. His interests and experience help to provide students in the Sport Rec Program with a desire for lifelong fitness leading to healthy bodies and healthy minds.
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Chris Kleinmann – Department Head of Science / High School Athletics Coordinator / High School Sport Rec Instructor
Chris has taught at Vimy Ridge Academy since 2003 and has been involved with high school Sport Rec program since its inception at Vimy Ridge.
A graduate of the University of Alberta, Chris holds a Bachelor of Education with a major in General Sciences and a minor in Physical Education.
Chris has coached numerous high school athletic teams such as volleyball, golf, and badminton while at Vimy Ridge.
Chris draws on his wide variety of interests and experiences in athletics and sport/outdoor activities to provide students with a well rounded program that encourages life-long learning and participation for a healthy and active lifestyle.
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Lindsay McAlpine – Teacher/Instructor - Vimy Ridge
Lindsay McAlpine has been a teacher with the Edmonton Public School Board for the past 2 years and was a former member of the University of Alberta Pandas Hockey Team from 2001-2007, winning 5 National Championships and CIS Player of the Year in ‘06/’07.
A graduate of the University of Alberta, Lindsay holds a combined Bachelor of Physical Education/Education and is working towards her Masters degree in Sport Sociology. She holds a National Level 2 Coaching Certification in Ice Hockey, and spends much of her time in the winter coaching various levels of the sport. She also coaches the senior women’s volleyball team at Vimy Ridge. All of these experiences, allow her to provide students with a high motivation to take their passion for sport to the next level.
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Erin Wilson – Teacher/Instructor - Donnan School
Erin Wilson has been a teacher with Edmonton Public Board since 2004. Erin started her teaching career at North Edmonton School. Over the next few years Erin had the opportunity to teach at a few different schools in EPSB, eventually accepting a position at Donnan in 2007.
Erin Wilson has a degree in Physical Education from the University of Alberta and an Education Degree from Concordia specializing in elementary education. Erin has been involved in athletics for many years and currently plays on an adult volleyball league and is involved in hockey through her sons. Her interests and experience help to provide students in the Sport Rec. Program with an enthusiasm for lifelong fitness leading to healthy bodies and healthy minds and is a positive female force within the program.
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Olli Megley – Teacher/Instructor - Vimy Ridge
Olli Megley is one of the Vimy Ridge "originals" who came to the school the year of its inception, and with the exception of taking two years off to teach Physical Education in the private school system in Toronto, she has been at Vimy Ridge since, teaching in her co-favorite area, English Language Arts. This year she returns to her roots, and one of her majors: Physical Education (Sports Rec).
A graduate of U of A, Olli is a former national champion and record holder in waterskiing, and has earned medals in tournament play in volleyball, basketball, badminton, and squash. Her current favorite sports are golf, walking, and yoga. Olli is most often seen around school with a camera in her hand, beckoning for a smile, capturing your best antics, the photos of which you are bound to see in the yearbook, on the display boards, or in assembly productions.
Years of competitive and recreation sports, and an understanding of the evolution of activity in the individual, make Olli as an excellent example and resource for students in Sports Rec programs.
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Clark Kerby – Teacher/Instructor - Vimy Ridge
This will be Clark's second year with Edmonton Public Schools and he is looking forward to instructing in the Sport Rec Program at Vimy Ridge Academy.
Clark received his Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta in 2007. He strongly believes that wellness has a place in everyone’s life, and that being physically active creates healthy bodies and more focused minds. Much of his recreational focus in the last four years has been on Muay Thai and Brazillian Jiu Jitsu, which has led him into both amateur and professional Mixed Martial Arts bouts.
