Develop Your Game. Continue Your Education.
Football should never come at the expense of your future. At Victoria Highlanders FC, we help every player balance elite training with a quality education, ensuring they stay on track academically while pursuing their football ambitions.
Flexible Learning for Student Athletes
Every player has different academic goals, schedules, and graduation requirements. Whether you're attending a local school or completing courses online, we work with you to create a learning plan that fits around training, matches, and travel.
British Columbia offers one of Canada's most flexible education systems, allowing students to combine in-person and online learning while earning credits toward their graduation diploma. Provincial Online Learning Schools provide courses taught by certified teachers that count toward the B.C. Certificate of Graduation.
Our Academic Support
Our staff understands the demands placed on student-athletes. We assist players throughout the season by providing:
Consistent check-in’s with player and parents about academics.
Support with balancing football and academic commitments
Communication with schools when required
Study spaces and structured routines
Individual support for players preparing for college or university
Our goal is simple: every player leaves Victoria Highlanders FC with both football development and academic progress.
Recommended Online School Partners Across Canada
At Victoria Highlanders FC, we welcome players from across Canada and around the world. Every family has unique educational needs, so we help identify an online learning program that aligns with each student's academic goals while providing the flexibility required for high-performance football.
Below are six of Canada's most respected online learning providers:
British Columbia:
One of British Columbia's oldest and largest public online schools, offering flexible K–12 programs with certified teachers and personalized learning. (EBUS Academy)
Alberta:
Alberta's largest online school, offering comprehensive K–12 education with experienced teachers and flexible scheduling for student-athletes.
Saskatchewan:
Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre (Sask DLC)
Saskatchewan's provincial online school, providing accredited Kindergarten to Grade 12 education with flexible learning pathways. (saskdlc.ca)
Ontario:
Canada's leading private online high school, offering Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) credits with year-round enrolment and self-paced learning.
Quebec:
Supports English-language students throughout Quebec with online courses, tutoring, and virtual learning opportunities.
Atlantic Canada:
New Brunswick Virtual Learning Centre (NBVLC)
A respected provincial online program offering flexible secondary education for New Brunswick students.
Paul Jaswal is a certified teacher who supports our student-athletes in achieving academic success. He provides personalized guidance, monitors student progress, and helps players balance their education with the demands of high-performance football.
Jan Roeth holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and supports the personal and academic well-being of our student-athletes. He provides guidance, mentorship, and practical support, helping players successfully balance school, football, and life away from home.
Find the right fit
Every player's educational journey is different. Some students continue with their home school's online program, while others choose to enrol in one of Canada's leading virtual schools.
Our staff works closely with players and families to:
Identify the best online school for their academic pathway.
Coordinate training and study schedules.
Balance football, education, and personal wellbeing.
Prepare for university, college, or professional opportunities.
Whether your goal is to earn a Canadian high school diploma, prepare for post-secondary education, or simply stay on track while pursuing elite football, Victoria Highlanders FC is committed to helping you succeed both on the field and in the classroom.