St. Robert Catholic School (elementary--Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8)

70 Bainbridge Avenue, North York, Ontario M3H 2K2

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History & Tradition

The original St. Robert Catholic School was located at 70 Bainbridge Avenue. In 1969 the original school consisted of 10 classrooms, a library and had a total of 194 students.

As the area grew, the enrolment increased and the need for a larger school developed. In 1973 enrolment grew to 346 students. The school was divided into two schools to accommodate the increase. St. Robert School South remained at 70 Bainbridge while St. Robert School North shared facilities with another school.

In 1980 the north and south campuses of St. Robert Schools joined together to form the present day school located at 819 Sheppard Avenue.

The patron saint of our school is St. Robert Bellarmine, born in 1542 and died September 17, 1621. St. Robert was a scholar and the first Jesuit to become a professor at Louvain. He devoted his life to the study of scripture and Catholic doctrine. The process for his canonization was begun in 1627. In 1931 Pope Pius XI declared him a doctor of the church.

How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students

St. Robert Catholic School provides a learning environment wherein Gospel values and Catholic teachings and beliefs are integral to the daily life of the school. As a school community we help each student develop a deep personal relationship with Christ so that it manifests itself in the student's interactions with others.

The Catholic environment which exists at St. Robert Catholic School is evident through:

• Daily teaching of religion and daily prayers
• A prayer corner and crucifix in each classroom
• Monthly school liturgies/classroom paraliturgies
• Sacramental preparation for first reconciliation, first holy Eucharist and confirmation
• Community service projects in assistance of those in need

Of ongoing importance at St. Robert is the provision of a safe and welcoming environment. Our code of behaviour encourages our students to practice daily interactions that demonstrate:

• Respect for themselves
• Respect for others
• Peaceful resolution to conflict

Our students are encouraged to develop a sense of self-worth and self-esteem in a setting where staff and students have respect for themselves and others.

Our safe arrival program assists us in accounting for all our students. Parents assist us in making this program successful by informing us in the event of their child's absence.

This academic year our curriculum initiatives focus is on the following:

• Technological education
• Media literacy

Our school priorities have been articulated through assistance from our school community. Our staff is working diligently to implement our school priorities.

We have a number of programs that meet our students' needs:

• French as a second language
• Special education programs
• English as a second language
• Gifted programs
• Instrumental music and choir programs
• International languages program

Co-curricular programs such as instrumental music, choir, computer literacy, sports, intramural house leagues, inter-school sports teams, public speaking, math, science and technology fairs, W5H, community excursions enrich our school life.

School News

School Calendar 2012

Professional Activity Days 2012

• January 27, 201
• February 17, 2012
• June 1, 2012
• June 29, 2012
   

PA and Exam Day Calendar 2011-2012

School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2011-2012

School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2010-2011

School Learning Improvement Plan -- 2009-2010

Safe School Plan -- 2010-2011

EQAO Assessment Results

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