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St. John Catholic school serves students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. We are a faith-filled school community committed to nurturing both academic excellence and social development.

Rooted in Catholic values, we strive to create a supportive environment where students can reach their full potential while embracing the Gospel message of peace, compassion, and social justice.

At our school, we believe that children thrive in a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. We foster a positive school culture where students of all abilities and backgrounds feel valued and supported. Our commitment to Catholic values is reflected in:

• Building school life on Gospel values and Catholic teachings.

• Integrating faith through religion, family life, and peace education programs.

• Celebrating a strong sacramental program and meaningful liturgical events.

• Encouraging student leadership and mentorship through cross-grade activities like shared reading.

• Promoting peer mediation and anti-bullying programs.

• Upholding a clear code of conduct with consistent expectations and consequences.

• Teaching problem-solving and responsibility, supported by student role models.

• Partnering with public health, police, and community educators to build awareness of media influence and Christian decision-making.

• Supporting charitable efforts through fundraising, food drives, and community service.

• Involving parents as active partners through the Parent-Teacher Community, who support and lead initiatives.

We recognize that every student brings unique abilities, interests, and learning styles. To meet these diverse needs, we:

• Use classroom assessments to identify individual learning needs.

• Modify programs to support personalized learning.

• Collaborate with the School-Based Support Team (SBST) to address concerns.

• Provide individualized programs and support for exceptional students.

• Use the Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) process to establish appropriate special education services.

• Integrate technology into the curriculum to enhance learning in math, science, and other subjects.

• Expand access to technology-based learning and continue to build our digital resources.

• Extend our computer literacy plan, supported by community-donated devices.

We offer a wide range of enrichment opportunities that support learning beyond the classroom:

• School excursions and overnight trips.

• Vocal and instrumental music concerts and festivals.

• Musical and dramatic performances in school and the community.

• Academic competitions, including chess and spoken arts.

• A strong athletics program featuring soccer, volleyball, hockey, basketball, cross-country, track and field, and softball.

In 1909, the Metropolitan Separate School Board (now the Toronto Catholic District School Board) approved the opening of a classroom at 21 Main Street, East Toronto, initiated by Rev. George Williams. With just one teacher and 60 students, a tradition began—one rooted in faith, academic excellence, and strong partnerships between educators and families.

• 1910: A new school building opens at 780 Kingston Road.

• 1918: The Sisters of St. Joseph join the teaching staff.

• 1949: The Congregation of Notre Dame assumes leadership with 350 students. Rev. Denis O'Connor plays a key role in advocating for a larger facility.

• 1952: The new school site is officially opened by Cardinal McGuigan.

• 1961: A new wing is added to accommodate a growing student body of 1,006.

• 1968: With enrollment at 1,300, a gymnasium and 12 classrooms are added.

• 1970s: Enrollment declines; Notre Dame uses the third floor.

• 1984: The school celebrates its 75th anniversary.

• 1995: Joint funding from the Metropolitan Separate School Board and the City of Toronto supports a schoolyard renewal.

• 2000: Corpus Christi Catholic School is consolidated with St. John.