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EduKick USA – Pennsylvania International Academy (PIA)
"Academic Year" Soccer Boarding High School
in affiliation with…
EduKick USA – PIA affiliated High School is: www.mpslakers.com
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Mercyhurst Prep graduates have attended top U.S. colleges and universities, including:
EduKick USA - PIAMercyhurst Graduates
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EduKick USA – PIA Soccer Facilities Include:
19 outdoor full size natural grass soccer pitches Indoor Fieldhouse, includes 2 regulation size turf soccer fields Athletic club and state of the art fitness centre (gym) Housing Centre – 116 rooms, offers Dormitory style lodging Dining hall – Located inside the Housing centre can
accommodate up to 400 people in one sitting and allows up to 4 separate areas for groups and conferences. Wi-Fi internet access is available
Cafeteria – Located in the housing centre the cafeteria offers a variety of healthy meals and is available for Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Games room - place for participants to relax and spend down time playing ping pong, air hockey and pool. There are a variety of video game consoles and a giant 7 foot satellite TV screen along with comfortable couches and places to visit
Indoor Sports dome – The primary training centre for EduKick USA soccer players during the winter months. There is also Miniature golf course and an arcade zone4
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EduKick USA – PIA Soccer Boarding SchoolHead Technical Soccer Coach
Coach SAM TOJAGA - Born and raised in British Columbia Canada, member of the Canadian Under16 and Under 18 National Team Programs
Moved to Erie PA in 1994 and guided the Erie Admirals Under-19 and 20 Teams to State Championships in 1995 and 1996. Coached the Under-12 State Champions, 2003 and 2005
Seven Region Titles, Four Time PIAA State Quarter Finalist and State Semi Finalist
Assisted over 55 Cathedral Prep Soccer Players attend various Colleges and Universities on Soccer Scholarships and has relationships with many of the top US Colleges & Universities
Coaching Director of EduKick USA – PIA and the Erie Admirals SC, in charge of twelve youth teams and over 85 junior aged players
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EduKick USA – PIA Soccer Boarding SchoolAffiliated Youth Soccer Club
EduKick USA – PIA affiliated US Youth Soccer Club:
ERIE ADMIRALS
All EduKick USA – PIA student-soccer players train daily under EduKick technical soccer coaching staff and also are inserted onto an Erie Admiral Soccer Club team according to age and level where they train twice weekly and play a weekend match.7
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One of the top high schools in AmericaFounded in 1926100% university placementTotal enrollment 650 studentsRecognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of
Excellence by the United States Department of Education.
Students can choose from three levels of academic study:Basic College Preparatory ProgramHonors ClassesInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB)
EduKick USA – PIAMercyhurst Preparatory School
EduKick USA – PIAInternational Baccalaureate (IB)
Program
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Mercyhurst offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate Program.
The IB program promotes critical thinking, communication, and integration of the information through in depth study of major areas of knowledge.
Successful completion of the IB program earns a diploma recognized for university admission at colleges and universities throughout the world.
For more information on IB program: www.ibo.org
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EduKick USA – PIAStudy in America
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“We strongly encourage international students to study in the United States, and are committed to helping them choose the American college or university that best meets there needs.”
Judith A. McHale Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs
“EduKick International Football Academies is pleased to offer our international students worldwide the opportunity to study and train daily in the US with our partners at PIA and Mercyhurst Prep. This is a fantastic opportunity for international players to continue their soccer development and education in the US and also to begin their US College or University soccer program search.”
Joseph W. Bilotta, Founder & Owner, EduKick, INC. EduKick International Football Academies (EIFA)
EduKick USA – PIATo Best Prepare for College Soccer in America
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Attend top high school soccer academy in America thereby exposing yourself to US College & University Soccer Coaches.
By studying and playing soccer in America and living in Dormitory with American students, you will:Learn to read, write, and speak EnglishLearn and understand Western cultureLearn to adapt to social and lifestyle changeProve to U.S. colleges you can academically
achieve within the American educational system Living in dormitory prepares for college dorm
experience
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EduKick USA – PIA Soccer Boarding SchoolStudents participate in study hall sessions daily
EduKick USA – PIALanguage Classes
EduKick USA – PIASocial Studies Classes
EduKick USA – PIASciences Classes
EduKick USA – PIAMathematics Classes
EduKick USA – PIAEnglish Classes
EduKick USA – PIATheology Classes
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TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS• Microsoft Office• Microsoft Word • MS Power Point • MS Excel • MS Publisher • MS Access • Intro to Programming• Programming in Visual C++• Design Online• Accounting• Term Elective: Financial Planning, Saving and Investing, and Banking and Credit• Year Elective: Your Financial Future
EduKick USA – PIAMercyhurst Prep
Technology Classes
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INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSES• Career Internship• Theory of Knowledge, Honors/*IB Requirement• Academic Skills• Literacy Skills• Intro to Flight• Intro Restaurant/Cafeteria Management• Roe v. Wade• Intro to Logic
Additional ClassesMercyhurst Prep
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EduKick USA – PIA
Student Clubs In addition to the EduKick USA – PIA soccer player`s daily training sessions
there are many Mercyhurst Prep School Student Clubs to choose from:
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EduKick USA- PIASoccer Development
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EduKick USA – PIAPlaying Soccer and Studying at a U.S. College Has
Many Benefits…
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Opportunity to be drafted as a professional player into Major League Soccer
Competitive advantage in the workplaceHigher-paying jobDevelopment of skills and flexibility needed to
work globallyMore personal independenceBuilds English fluency and Intercultural
Competence (ICC)
EduKick USAPennsylvania International Academy (PIA)
www.piacademy.orgmore information on EduKick partners PIA…
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PIA is a residential and student administration affiliate located near Mercyhurst.
PIA provides housing 24/7 for international students that attend its affiliated school, Mercyhurst.
PIA provides total support to international students from registration and admission to graduation and college acceptance with over 100 personal services offered.
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Additional Services:Regular support and communication around all soccer
related services associated with EduKick USA - PIAA safe student environment with daily food serviceAdministration of all fees Parent communications from registration to
graduation Daily understanding of American cultureAccess to top doctors and heath care services ESL support when necessaryStudy support offered to studentsWell trained staff with over 200 years of combined
experience
EduKick USA - PIAResidence Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1) What are your detailed expenses?
Tuition $39,990 USD (includes all education, accommodation and soccer)
Deposit: $4,500 applied toward tuitionBasic Activity Fee Included in Tuition CostMedical Coverage Included in Tuition CostBooks Included in Tuition CostUniforms & Soccer Gear Included in Tuition Cost3 Meals Per Day Included in Tuition Cost $20 .00 per week spending allowanceIncludes free Apple iPAD
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2) How often does school issue report cards?Three times a year. Parents can access grades from Website.
3) How do parents contact you?We have a full time student communications director, Amy Wiler, on staff who will answer questions daily by phone or email.
4) Can parents come and visit?Yes – Parent are welcome anytime. We can arrange lodging at a local hotel. Parents must cover own expenses.
5) Is the Dormitory open during holidays?Yes – We are open 24/7 and during holidays.
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6) What is the soccer (football) curriculum?Train 5 days per week with EduKick USA staff coaches, inserted into local club team for additional two evening training and weekend match, also 2-3 core fitness gym sessions weekly.
7) Are there other weekend activities? We have activities planned every weekend. Expect to play at least one (1) soccer match. Some are free while others require a small charge that is deducted from the activity account.
8) What happens when student is sick?During school, a full time nurse is on staff. After school and on weekends, a full time Dorm Administrator will take student to the Certified Doctor. Nurses will look after all soccer related injuries.
8) What communication or updates are provided to parents for soccer?
Bi-weekly BLOG post, twitter post and photos & videos will be shared with parents of international soccer players on the course.
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9) Are tutor’s available if student needs assistance?Yes – we have many available at a small charge.
10) Do you have safety checks?Safety of the student is one of our top priorities. We have daily, weekly, and monthly checklist that all must follow.
11) Is the Residence Hall Supervised?Yes- we have Dorm Teacher’s on staff 24/7 for the girls and boys wing.
12) What kind of English Programs are offered?We have many classes available along with an extensive cultural adjustment program to guide each student in learning English and western culture.
EduKick International Football Academies (EIFA)
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Our Mission: To operate the world's leading international soccer/football and education academy boarding schools; building strong business relationships in a vibrant, creative and ethical international football environment. To teach, inspire and create the best technical footballers possible and create international students with inter-cultural competence (ICC) enabling them to compete in the modern competitive world.
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If you are committed to study & play hard and never give up, we will spare no effort to support you here at the EduKick USA – PIA Soccer Boarding School:
Knowledge in "Soccer & Education" is the way to determine your destiny…contact NOW to start your application process!
Tel: (905) 469-5661Toll-Free: 1(866) Edu-Kick (338-5425)
Email: [email protected]: (905) 469-5971
SKYPE (VOIP) Name: jonedukick