At the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Essex County District School Board (GECDSB), we value the important role that athletics play in the development of our students. The extra-curricular athletic activities provided by our schools complement and enhance our academic program, so that all students can enjoy a well-rounded educational experience.
Student participation in athletics programs and activities is subject to academic, behavioural and attendance rules that are established by the GECDSB and the individual school. Safety is a top priority in athletics and sports. View our resources for parents and guardians to learn more.
We offer students the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of sports such as:
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross country
- Curling
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Hockey
- Skipping
- Soccer
- Slo-pitch
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Ultimate frisbee
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Essex County Elementary Athletic Association (GECEAA)
Our elementary students play organized sports within schools and school divisions through the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Essex County Elementary Athletic Association (GECEAA). These sports include cross country, track and field, soccer, volleyball and basketball.
The GECEAA's Constitution outlines the association's membership, purpose, board responsibilities, by-laws and more that govern inter-school sports.
Statement of Philosophy
- The association recognizes that the development of our students encompasses physical, social, mental-emotional and intellectual factors. All students should have regular access to healthy physical activity.
- All schools operate their athletic programs in a positive manner and as a part of sound physical education and intramural program.
- The emphasis shall be on participation for as many students as possible. It is expected that students who are on a team shall play in some game situations.
- The association supports the concepts of gender equity in coaching.
Windsor and Essex County Secondary Schools Athletic Association (WECSSA)
Our secondary students play organized, inter-school sports within the Windsor and Essex County Secondary Schools Athletic Association (WECSSA). These sports include baseball, basketball, badminton, curling, football, golf, gymnastics, hockey, soccer, slo-pitch, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball and wrestling.