About Us
School History and Tradition
Our school was renamed to Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Academy in September 2002. Formerly named St. Cyprian Catholic School, the school was officially opened in the spring of 1976, with a student population of more than 150 students. The name change to Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Academy came with the introduction of school uniforms and a focus on Mathematics, Science, and Technology. Our school belongs to the Epiphany of Our Lord parish which is conveniently located next door to the school. We work with our parish staff as partners in developing our Catholic faith and values, and in building strong home–school–parish relationships.
Mission Statement
The Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Academy community is formed by Catholic beliefs and traditions. Students, parents/ guardians, school staff, parish priests, and trustees are united in working together toward a common cause. Our community is characterized by a safe and harmonious working climate in which the needs and well-being of every individual are paramount, and every community member is always expected to be treated with courtesy and respect. Our Mission is to educate students to their full potential by providing:
Leadership in the shared responsibility for education that exists among schools, students, families, parishes, and the community.
A safe and welcoming learning environment that is an example of Christian community.
Role models of Gospel values and Catholic doctrines, teachings, and beliefs.
Guidance in what students need to learn.
Instruction in the learning process itself.
Religious, academic, and technological instruction.
Integration of Catholic, Christian beliefs into the total learning experience.
Feedback on students' proficiency and performance.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
Teachers are encouraged to engage all students in differentiated learning opportunities which extend, accommodate, and/or modify programs to provide all students the opportunity to achieve personal success and growth. Special programs support students with specific and exceptional needs.
Our staff has been most generous with their time to coach and supervise sports teams and organize various clubs and activities for the students to participate in outside of their classroom experiences. Our school team is called the Huskies. Our students compete in track and field, cross country, soccer, volleyball, and basketball and continue to perform well in local and regional TCDSB competitions.
Communication
Communication is the key to a shared partnership in education, and parents are kept informed of progress on an ongoing basis as well as at formal conferences. Monthly newsletters are sent home to assist in keeping parents informed about school activities and directions as well as reminder notices for major events. Individual classes also provide information for families more specific to their children.
Communication is an important aspect of our day-to-day experiences, and we are thankful for the commitment of our Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC), a group of supportive parents who meet on a regular basis to plan and assist with activities that occur in our school. We encourage parents' involvement in our parent council. We welcome, cherish, and respect all members' voices.