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| Total enrolment | 316 |
| Principal | Enza Maggiacomo Tel: 416-393-5265 Fax: 416-393-5754 |
| Superintendent | Doug Yack Tel: 416-222-8282, ext. 2267 |
| Parish | Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church 2565 Bathurst St. Toronto, Ontario M6B 2Z3 416-787-4547 |
| Local Trustee |
Maria Rizzo Tel: 416-512-3405; Fax: 416-2512-3405 e-mail: maria.rizzo@tcdsb.org |
| CSAC Chair | Andrea Downer Voice Mailbox #88265 csac.ourladyofassumption@tcdsb.org |
| Transportation | For information, please call 416-229-5313 |
| Nutrition Program | Yes |
| Parenting/Family Literacy Centre | Hours: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 416-393-5265 |
History & Tradition
On September 4, 1956, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School opened its doors to the children of its parish community. Every attempt was made to locate the elementary school close to the church rather than in its present northerly location.
In 1951, the church attempted to get the Forest Hills Separate School Board to help establish a separate school in the area, but the Board was bound by an agreement with the Toronto and Suburban Separate Board until 1953. The school first opened with a staff of three teachers and an enrollment of 162 pupils. Lay people were first employed to teach the students, one of the three being a parishioner.
The church was built in honour of our Blessed Mother. Our parish was in the care of the Redemptorists for 45 years until the parish was entrusted to the Archdiocese of Toronto.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
The local school, parish and family have equally vital roles to play in the education of our Catholic students. As partners in education, we have one common purpose: to create a truly Christian learning environment for our students. Our ultimate goal is to provide a caring, academic and social environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning, autonomy in decision-making, self-discipline and respect for self and others. The code of conduct was developed in response to the school community's growing concern over inappropriate behaviour. This code represents our practical response to this societal issue.
A safe arrival program is also in place. Two-way communication will ensure the whereabouts and safety of all our students. It is imperative for a parent to notify the school if a child is going to be absent. If we do not receive the call by 9:00 a.m., we will contact the parent as soon as possible. While traveling from home on the school bus, there are safety rules outlined in the code of conduct which are emphasized through morning announcements. When they arrive at the school, students know they must remain in the yard until the bell rings.
Computer Literacy
Every classroom has a computer schedule to ensure that each student would have a specific amount of time on computer. At every level, students are encouraged to enhance their literacy and numeracy skills through the use of computer to produce such pieces of work as math computations, young authors booklets, poetry and compositions. There is software with word problems to enhance problem solving skills. After much direction, they learn to work independently to enhance their autonomy.
Extra-curricular activities include craft club, chess club and various team sports which help enrich students.
Individual needs are addressed through:
- Special education programs including primary behaviour class--school-based support team
- English as a second language program;
- Enrichment/gifted programs.
Programs will be adapted to meet the changing needs of our students.
School News
School Calendar 2012
| Family Day | February 20, 2012 |
| Mid-Winter Break (inclusive) | March 12-16, 2012 |
| Good Friday | April 6, 2012 |
| Easter Monday | April 9, 2012 |
| Victoria Day | May 21, 2012 |
| Last Day of Classes, Elementary | June 28,2012 |
Professional Activity Days 2012
- January 27, 201
- February 17, 2012
- June 1, 2012
- June 29, 2012
Public Forum, School Accommodation, Lawrence-Allen Revitalization
Initiative
June 2, 2011
The Rosary Apostolate
On May 3rd, The Rosary Apostolate celebrated the crowning of Mother Mary
at Our Lady of the Assumption School. The celebration was truly
beautiful and incorporated students from each class who came together as
a community of believers to pray the Rosary. Each student wrote a
petition that was offered up to Mary before the Act of Consecration.
The Rosary Apostolate is a non-profit association of volunteers that
freely give of their time, praying the Rosary with students once per
month throughout the school year and encouraging them to develop and
practice the daily praying of the Rosary. It is the wish of the
Apostolate to inspire children and youth to love God with the love of
Mary's heart by giving them the opportunity to experience God's presence
in prayer and establishing a relationship with God and Mary.
Our Lady of the
Assumption Catholic School EcoSchool Greening team were very pleased to
be awarded a $1,000. Green Apple Grant from Metro Supermarkets for their
schoolyard greening proposal. The money will go a long way towards
improving the shade in the schoolyard and providing seating for students
to find a quiet place to rest during recess or for teachers who wish to
conduct an outdoor nature or art class on a hot summer day. The
principal, Mrs. Enza Maggiacomo and teacher, Ms. Kathleen Maguire -
Sleath accepted the award from the manager at Lawrence and Bathurst. Way
to go, OLA Gardening Team!
School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2011-2012
School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2010-2011
School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2009-2010
EQAO Assessment Results
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