S.K.A.T.E. is a state-wide academic achievement program that recognizes the scholastic accomplishments of youth student athletes who play hockey.  S.K.A.T.E. encourages, rewards, and supports youth hockey players who commit themselves to their schoolwork while enjoying the sport of hockey.

As competitors, young players set goals for themselves on the ice and in the classroom.  Like the cheers they hear for goals, assists and good hustle, they respond positively to recognition and reward for their performances in the classroom.

This program recognizes skaters at the 10U, Squirt, 12U, Peewee and Bantam levels who achieve a 3.0 G.P.A. (grade point average) or higher during the academic period which coincides with the hockey season.  There are also options for those in special needs or other learning programs to qualify for S.K.A.T.E. as well.

Fill out the S.K.A.T.E. form and return with a copy of your students latest report card by MONDAY JANUARY 31, 2024.  Place in the box outside of the arena managers door or email to angelahoff2@gmail.com

At the end of each season the Silver Bay Blue Line Club holds a S.K.A.T.E. party to celebrate those who met the qualifications.  It is a great event where kids are recognized for their accomplishments and prizes are awarded.  There are a lot of sponsors and volunteers who are involved in keeping such an important initiative strong for our program and we couldn’t do it without their support.

The Silver Bay Blue Line Club would like to congratulate the following student athletes who qualified for the S.K.A.T.E. program for the 2023-24 season.  Thank you for committing your time and effort both on the ice and in the classroom!

1.  What is S.K.A.T.E.?

An academic achievement program, which stands for “Skaters Keep Achieving Through Education”.  It is designed to encourage student athletes to maintain good grades and study habits while participating in youth hockey and to reward them for good performance.

2.  Who can participate in the S.K.A.T.E program?

S.K.A.T.E is available to all Silver Bay Youth Hockey Players at the 10U, Squirt, 12U, Peewee and Bantam Levels.  This program is not mandatory for all student athletes. Participation is up to the family of each individual skater.

3. What are the criteria for qualification?

This program recognized skaters who achieve a 3.0 G.P.A. (grade point average) or higher, on a 4.0 scale, during the academic period which coincides with the hockey season. 

Qualification Criteria

• Student athletes must have a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above during the academic period which coincides with the hockey season.

• Special education students may qualify with a letter from their case manager stating they showed above average performance.

• Grades will be utilized from the time period that closely aligns with the hockey season.

• All grades received during the designated grading period must be used to determine Grade Point Average

• No incomplete grades are allowed during the designated grading period.  If a student receives an F or Incomplete, they do not qualify for S.K.A.T.E. 

• This program is not mandatory for all student athletes. Participation is up to the family of each individual skater.

• Report cards will be utilized to determine Grade Point Average, but S.K.A.T.E. will respect all laws and privileges for privacy. All information will be kept confidential.

• It is important to note that we want to lean on the side of being more INCLUSIVE of young players than EXCLUSIVE. While there are grade parameters described above, if there are cases that deserve special attention please let us know. 

4. How can parents help?

Most importantly, keep reminding players about the importance of school and how S.K.A.T.E. will recognize their performance.