Holy Redeemer Catholic School (elementary--Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8)

111 Aspenwood Dr., North York, Ontario M2H 2G2

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History & Tradition

Holy Redeemer Catholic School is a title applied to Christ who liberated all by sacrificing His Precious Blood on the cross. The hope for a Redeemer was emphasized throughout the Old Testament. The universality of the Messianic Kingdom is a divine gift enabling everyone in the world to be reconciled to God. The suffering and death of Jesus brought about the redemption of the entire human race.

Holy Redeemer Catholic School opened in 1973, with the official opening and blessing of the school held on April 27, 1974.

The Mission of Holy Redeemer Catholic School is to motivate all students to achieve their full potential in mind, body and spirit through excellence in education within a safe, progressive and enlightened environment.

How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students

A Catholic environment

• God is the focal point of all Catholic education
• School masses and paraliturgies take place both at school and church
• Sunday family masses
• Visits by clergy
• Daily prayer in the classroom
• Students develop a sense of worth and dignity within our community.

A safe and welcoming environment

• Safe School policy -e.g.: visitors must report to the office
• Parents are to call the school if their child is absent or late
• Late students must report to the office
• Punctuality is expected
• Students are not allowed to leave the school grounds without written permission from their parents
• Fire drill regularly
• Medical exceptionalities--staff training by public health nurse
• Safe play in the school-yard and consistent supervision routines
• Police safety officer instruction
• Bus routines.

Code of behaviour

• Christian values of kindness, politeness, caring, consideration and the use of proper language are expected from all students
• Attend classes punctually, regularly and prepared, and attempt to master the studies presented in the program
• Show respect for members of the school community as well as school property
• Conflict resolution procedures practised
• School resolutions for serious discipline issues.

Curriculum initiatives

• Development of computer literacy
• Community programs used (e.g. artists in the school, project business, science outreach, public health nurse, etc.) enrichment of physical development; school skating excursions, on site cross country skiing

Modification of curriculum

• Each student's learning needs are addressed within the curriculum, or by modifications which ensure that each child meets his/her academic potential
• Informal as well as formal resource assistance is available for students whose needs require a more individualized approach.

Co-curricular program

• Cross-country
• Track and field
• Soccer, volleyball, basketball
• Science fair
• Play day
• Spoken arts
• Book fairs
• Drama, plays or musicals
• Residential outdoor education programs (grade7/8)
• Chess club
• Instrumental and vocal music.

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