FACULTY / STAFF
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Darren Olson, B.P.E, M.A. Ed Admin Mr. Olson joins Tanbridge Academy with over 20 years of experience. This includes a five-year tenure as Principal at Notre Dame College, the internationally renowned boarding school widely respected for its excellence in academics and sports. Mr. Olson’s contribution to Notre Dame also includes serving as their athletic director, leading the school to provincial championships in rugby, basketball, football, and soccer. As well, under Mr. Olson’s tutelage, students achieved a post-secondary enrollment rate of 90% while going on to accumulate over $5 million in academic and athletic scholarships throughout Canada and the United States. Mr. Olson oversees a hand-picked teaching staff of passionate, qualified educators with many years experience in the classroom. Their energy and enthusiasm is a continuing source of inspiration for our students. |
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Josh Hart, B.Kin., B.Ed. Mr. Hart graduated in 2005 from the University of Calgary with degrees in Kinesiology and Education. He is currently working toward his M.Ed. at the U of C with an Educational Technology specialization. Outside of school, Mr. Hart coaches community hockey and works at a residential summer sports camp in southern California.
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Kristi Fraser, B.A., B.Ed., Ms. Fraser recently earned her Master of Teaching degree from the University of Calgary, where she previously achieved a Bacherlor of Arts degree in Communications Studies. Ms. Fraser was a dancer throughout her schooling. She danced with The Young Canadians of the Calgary Stampede and has been a dance teacher for the past eight years. Her other interests include badminton, water and snow skiing, SCUBA diving, traveling and reading. |
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Tracy Rebelato Mrs. Rebelato has a Business and Marketing Diploma from OUC in Kelowna BC and has been working in administration for the past 15 years. She is currently working on a degree in Public Relations at the U of C. Mrs. Rebelato has two children who attend Tanbridge Academy in the hockey program.
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Nick Koev Mr. Koev is grounded in a European soccer tradition, having played, trained, and coached professionally for most of his adult life. After five years of professional play he held high-profile coaching positions in Bulgaria and Germany, including being Head Coach of the National Team of the Bulgarian National Army, and Head Coach of the LSV Luneberg, Germany, Youth Team. Mr. Koev served as Trainer for CSKA Sofia, Bulgaria's largest and most successful soccer team. He has trained players in Canada since 1998. Graduates of Mr. Koev's soccer programs in Calgary have gone on to play professionally in the U.S., Europe, and Canada. |
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Rick Alexander, B. A. Physical Education Mr. Alexander oversees the hockey program for Tanbridge Academy. His experience is extensive: after playing Junior and University level hockey, he played and coached professionally in Europe for over 25 years. As an educator, Mr. Alexander ran his own hockey schools in Germany and Switzerland. Since 2001 he has specialized in elite hockey development for all ages here in Calgary. He has a degree in Physical Education from the University of Calgary. Through his abilities as a coach and mentor, Mr. Alexander has seen many of his players go on to professional careers in hockey. |
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Tim Gordon, B.A., B.Ed., A.A. Mr. Gordon holds degrees in Education, Physical Education and Criminal Justice. His background in competitive athletics is extensive, both as a collegiate tennis player in the US and as an administrator and mentor to elite athletes of various ages. On the business side of sport, Mr. Gordon has worked as Director of Marketing and Promotions for both the universities of Lethbridge and Saskatchewan. Mr. Gordon's organization and communication skills, combined with his love of reading, make him a natural hand at teaching Language Arts and Social Studies. |
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David Robb, M.A. Ed Mr. Robb has spent the last 32 years coaching in Canada, the US, New Zealand, and Europe. His background includes all levels of instruction , from high school, to college, to professional coaching for teams like the Visalia Oaks, Single A affiliate of the Oakland A’s. Past posts include Assistant Coach of Team Canada, Manager of the Italian Junior National Team, Field Manager for numerous collegiate league teams, and community college instructor. In addition to his M.A. in Education, Mr. Robb holds a B.Sc. in Criminal Justice. He has developed instructional materials, including web sites, for a number of training courses. Both in the classroom and on the field. Mr. Robb has inspired countless athletes and trainers to pursue their passion for baseball. |
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Jillian Grant, B.Sc., B.Ed. A native of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Ms. Grant holds degrees in Kinesiology and Education from St. Francis Xavier University. She credits her participation in hockey and softball throughout her schooling (including in University) as a major influence in shaping who she is today. Ms. Grant has coached hockey and minor soccer and worked and volunteered in sports camps, Special Olympics, and after-school fitness programs. She loves interacting with kids and appreciates the role of fun in the classroom. |
