St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School (elementary--Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8)

116 Fermanagh Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M6R 1M2

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History & Tradition

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School had a modest beginning in 1914, in a store-front on Roncesvalles Avenue, with an enrollment of 35 students.

In 1918, the Sisters of Loretto came to St. Vincent de Paul Parish. A new building, with the date "1917" chiseled into the gable, opened its doors to students on April 18, 1918 on Westminster Avenue. In the early 1920's, the "new school" opened on Fermanagh Avenue.

Over the decades, these two sites have known many changes of buildings; however, school personnel have remained steadfast in their dedication to providing education for the students in a solid, Catholic tradition.

How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students

Catholic Environment

Throughout the years, St. Vincent de Paul Church has developed a close bond with staff and students within the community and the parish priests make regular visits to all the classes.

Catholic beliefs, doctrines and values form a strong foundation for students to build upon. Through religious instruction and family life programs, the faith development of the students becomes an integral part of their lives. Students' spiritual growth is further encouraged through liturgical celebrations, food drives, fundraising for various charities, including ShareLife, and performing community service. The teaching of conflict resolution in a reconciliatory manner is a part of the curriculum at all levels.

• To ensure the safety of all our students, parents / guardians are requested to call the school when their child will be absent or late.
• Students are not permitted to leave school grounds during school hours without permission properly dated and signed each time by a parent or guardian.
• The school has developed, through consultation with parents and teachers, a code of behaviour. It is included in the Student Agenda and is also available through the school office.

Learning through the Arts is an integrated arts program created and implemented by the Royal conservatory of Music.  LTTA is a rigorous, structured program that impacts the classroom on a daily basis.  The program combines skill development workshops and curriculum development with frequent in-class practice supported by a team of experienced LTTA artist and senior education specialist.  This is an exciting opportunity for students to use the multiple intelligence approach to learning.

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School offers programs from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 that are consistent with the expectations of The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 1 - 8. Opportunities for enrichment as well as individual differentiation are provided for students at all levels as part of classroom programming. The school offers an integrated special education model and an early intervention program, fifth block for primary students.  This allows students to work at their own level within the framework of curriculum requirements and in co-curricular activities. Middle French Immersion (Grades 5 through 8) and Instrumental Music programs feature prominently in the school's course profile. The instrumental string music program is for all students in Grades 6-8.  Instrumental students have two 45 minute periods of instruction every week. All JK - Grade 6 students receive 30 minutes of vocal music per week. Our vocal music program also consists of  an Orff program with an Orff Specialist in grades 4-6. Computers (both networked and stand alone) are used in lab and individual settings to enhance curriculum and to assist in developing computer literacy.

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School is an arts focus school and this includes integrating the arts into all the subject areas. We bring professional artists into the school and we visit the arts centres available in Toronto, such as the AGO and museum.

An important part of the curriculum is offered through field trips to outdoor education centres, provincial destinations and day trips within the city and community. Special events also play an important part in the students' lives. Participation in concerts, festivals, musicals and drama presentations help develop students' self-concept and confidence. Optional activities such as W5H, Mathematics contests, spoken and visual arts, chess and athletic activities are available to students who so desire. Parent sponsored after school programs include art, soccer and drama.

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

Recipient of the 2011 Holly Jones Spirit Award

L to R:  Principal Krystyna Schneider, Isabelle Muggeridge (recipient) and her teacher, Ms. Dix

TCDSB Awards Night
St. Vincent de Paul students were recognized at the annual TCDSB Awards Night on May 4th.

Camille P. was a member of a team that placed third overall in the Toronto Educators Association for Mathematics (TEAMS) Venncouver Olympics in May of 2010. The team also placed first in the Relay Event, a team activity.

Miles E., Kyle Y., Liam O. and Shane Y. won the gold medal at the Nancy Greene Huronia Cup in the Giant Slalom event for 10-year-olds. It was held March 6th at Horseshoe Valley. They have been skiing together for the past two years.
 

Camille

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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