About Us
At St. Bruno/St. Raymond Catholic School, we are committed to recognizing and celebrating the unique gifts and talents of every student. We strive to support the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each learner, helping students reach their full potential within a faith-filled community.
Rooted in Catholic beliefs and traditions, our mission is to educate students 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.
We envision students who:
Are formed in the Catholic faith.
Apply Christian values to life's opportunities, challenges and choices.
Pursue academic excellence.
Demonstrate relevant knowledge and ability.
Display self-esteem and self-respect.
Strive to be the best they can be.
Demonstrate skills for developing and maintaining personal and family wellness.
Demonstrate global perspective and community responsibility.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
St. Bruno/St. Raymond Catholic School is committed to Catholic education in an environment which fosters prayer, reflection, acts of charity and public manifestation of our faith: liturgies, masses, mission projects, celebration of feast days, prominent displays of sacred objects such as statues, pictures, crucifixes and the Christmas crib.
School Environment and Peace Education
At St. Raymond Catholic School, creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment is a priority. Our Behaviour Code promotes respect, responsibility, and the development of each student’s full potential.
Student safety is supported through our Safe Arrival practices and ongoing communication with families to ensure accurate attendance records. The peace education program, taught across all grades, provides students with the skills to resolve conflicts peacefully, build positive relationships, and contribute to a caring and inclusive school community.
Co-Curricular Activities
In addition to the regular program, our school provides many activities: computer club, W5H, art club, art therapy program, St. Bruno / St. Raymond after-school program, concerts, drama presentations, field trips, charitable activities, fund-raisers, involvement in community initiatives, choir, chess club, house leagues and team sports: soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, cross-country, mini-tennis, track and field and floor hockey.
Curriculum Initiatives
There are many in-services for the teachers to ensure that we are in compliance with ministry directives. New classroom materials are available to support the initiatives. The computer lab is in daily use. The parent teacher association has supported the initiatives through fundraising and volunteer efforts.
Modification of Curriculum
Program outcomes are designed to match both the collective and individual learning needs of the students. Children with special needs have access to:
Special education programs.
Enrichment programs.
Peer tutoring.
Small group or individual instruction.
Cooperative learning activities.
As a school community, we have a common goal to provide our students with the education that will best prepare them to live successfully and responsibly in a complex and changing world. As the needs of the students change, so will the programs offered at St. Bruno / St. Raymond be modified to respond to those needs.
St. Bruno School History and Tradition
St. Bruno Catholic School has a rich history of growth, resilience, and community. The school began as an extension of St. Mary of the Angels Catholic School, operating with six portables in the school yard. In March 1974, St. Bruno was officially recognized as a separate school community.
As enrollment continued to grow, students were temporarily accommodated at several locations, including St. Mary of the Angels Church basement, St. Patrick’s, and St. Paul’s, before moving to a portable school on Melita Avenue in March 1976. After four years of continued growth, the current barrier-free facility at 402 Melita Crescent opened in December 1980, providing a dedicated learning environment for students and families.
St. Bruno was born around 1038 in Cologne, Germany. A scholar and priest, he founded the Carthusian Order of monks, known for its commitment to prayer, contemplation, and simplicity. Later, he assisted Pope Urban II with Church reforms and established a Carthusian community in Calabria, where he spent the remainder of his life devoted to faith and service. His feast day is celebrated on October 6.
Today, St. Bruno Catholic School continues to build on its tradition of faith, learning, and community.
St. Raymond School History and Tradition
St. Raymond Catholic School opened in 1964 and has spent more than 50 years educating and nurturing students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Inspired by the example of our patron saint, we continue to strengthen our Catholic faith through traditions such as school Masses, peace education initiatives, and shared celebrations that bring our school community together.
St. Raymond was born in 1175 in Peñafort, Catalonia, and dedicated much of his life to serving the poor and those in need. He is remembered for his deep faith, compassion, and commitment to helping others. A well-known legend from his life tells of his miraculous journey across the sea, where he relied on his trust in God to return home. His feast day is celebrated on January 7.
Rooted in faith, service, and inclusion, St. Raymond Catholic School remains committed to creating a welcoming community where all students are supported in their growth.