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History & Tradition
St. Joseph’s College School was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto in 1854 on Power Street. Originally called “St. Joseph’s Academy for Young Ladies” the name changed to “St. Joseph’s College School, a Residential and Day School for the Higher and Primary Education of Young Ladies and Little Girls” when the school moved to Bay and St. Alban’s Street in 1863. In 1927, the school was renamed “St. Joseph’s College School” when it was established as a separate building. The present school was built in 1960 on the north side of Wellesley Street across from the old school when the original property was appropriated by the government for the erection of the MacDonald Block. St. Joseph’s College School has a long tradition of educating young women by focusing on their intellectual, physical, social and creative abilities in a Catholic, faith-filled environment. Within the framework of the school’s motto, “Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor --The love of Christ has gathered us together into one”, respect for the rights and dignity of all and a focus on service to others are emphasized. Currently the school enrolment is 707 students. A dedicated staff of 50 teachers, several of whom are graduates of SJCS, along with 10 support staff serve the needs of all students. All courses are semestered and are offered at the Academic and Applied level in the junior years and at the University and College level in Grades 11 and 12. Students can also take enriched courses in math and science in Grade 9 and 10 leading to Advanced Placement courses. The Gifted/Enriched program is stimulating and challenging, providing students with opportunities to participate in a variety of enrichment experiences. Graduates of St. Joseph’s College School frequently return to the school and remark on how well prepared they have been for post-secondary studies. The location of St. Joseph’s College School allows teachers to enrich their curriculum by accessing the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Toronto, the Toronto Reference Library, the law courts and, of course, the many theatres and entertainment venues. St. Joseph’s College School is a diverse, progressive community where every attempt is made to meet the needs of all students. It has provided 150 years of tradition and excellence in education to the young women of Toronto and we invite any young woman who wishes to maximize her talents and leadership abilities to join our school community for her high school career!
How We Meet the Divers Spiritual Life Chaplaincy Program “The Chaplains of the Toronto Catholic District School Board strive to live an active Christian faith which embodies the theological virtues of faith, hope and charity. This vocation calls us to work as witnesses to the gospel values of justice, peace, reconciliation and compassion. We encourage students and staff on their faith journey.” From “Chaplaincy in Secondary Schools”, 2003
A Well-rounded education At St. Joseph’s College School, students are encouraged to combine their academic curriculum with extra-curricular activities. The staff at St. Joseph’s College offer a wide range of after-school activities and students are strongly encouraged to choose an activity which meets their talents and interests.
The Athletic Program The Physical and Health Education Department and the Girls’ Athletic Association together run many intramural and competitive sports programs. Over the years, our teams have enjoyed much success in the TDCAA leagues. Many of our graduates have continued their athletic success at the University and College level. The Arts The Arts Department at St. Joseph’s offers a full range of drama and visual arts courses along with an opportunity to explore the subject of vocal music. Drama students have showcased their dramatic talents by taking part in the Sears Drama Festival. Visual Arts students have worked in set design for the drama festival, have provided logos and posters for many school board endeavours and have enhanced the school hallways by creating murals and displaying their work. Clubs
Individual Attention Student Services The Student Services Department of St. Joseph’s College School provides support to students in their transition from elementary school; throughout the secondary school years; and to college, university or the workplace. We have two dedicated full-time counsellors, two Child and Youth Workers and a secretary. Together, they support students in making appropriate course selections and providing information on graduation requirements, post-secondary planning, and career opportunities. Counsellors also support students in dealing with personal issues, making sound life choices, and balancing study and part-time work. Resource Department At St. Joseph’s College School, students who need additional academic support can access the services of the Resource Department which consists of six full-time teachers and three educational assistants. The Department assists students in variety of ways: working with students within a particular classroom, providing a place for students to write tests and exams in a smaller setting, offering the Learning Strategies course, and developing students’ reading levels through Academy of Reading. An Individual Education Plan is developed for any student requiring additional support. Enriched Gifted/Program The Gifted/Enriched program at St. Joseph’s College School is open to any student who wishes to participate in the many activities offered. These include Encounters With Canada, U of T Mentorship Program, Student UN Conferences, Canadian Club Luncheons, Social Justice Week, Queen’s University Enrichment Week, and the TCDSB Gifted Conference. Gifted students assist in running the following school-wide initiatives: Teens Taking Action Against Impaired Driving, In the Driver’s Seat, Violence Awareness Week, Grade 8 visits, and the Grade 9 Orientation. Library Information Centre Our students live in a new era known as the Information Age. The focus on information and technology has profoundly affected the nature of society and the world of work. More information is accessible to all people in our society, and more businesses are seeking employees who are proficient in information retrieval, analysis, and communication, in conjunction with highly developed technological skills. The focus of the Library Information Centre at St. Joseph’s College School is to encourage our students to become information literate and lifelong learners. The Library Information Centre at St. Joseph’s College is fully automated and secure. Students and staff are encouraged to use the library for academic purposes. The focus of the library information centre is to teach students to research efficiently and effectively. The teacher librarian works in partnership with the classroom teachers in planning, teaching and delivering programs that best suit student needs. Success For All
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School Calendar 2010-2011
Exam Dates 2010-2011
Crystal Growing Competition Two Students get opportunity to take part in pilot placement program--Details
School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2009-2010 EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics:
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT): The OSSLT shows the extent to which Ontario students are meeting the minimum literacy standard expected by the end of Grade 9. The test assesses the reading and writing skills as they apply to all subjects as out-lined in the Ontario Curriculum. Students must pass the OSSLT as one of the 32 requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
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Needs of Our Students 
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Chaplaincy program at St. Joseph’s College School provides all staff and
students with opportunities to grow in their Catholic faith through
experiences of prayer, the sacraments, social action and Catholic
leadership. The school chaplaincy team leader and the student chaplaincy
team organize the student retreat program; plan all aspects of school
liturgies; contribute to the annual Remembrance Day Assembly; and facilitate
many other school projects, including the Pink Ribbon campaign, Thinkfast,
Catholic Education Week, Respect for Life Week, Social Justice Week, Social
Justice Outreach program and the Catholic Student Leadership Impact Team.
