Our School
About Us
St. Michael Catholic School is a Great Place to Learn
All of our students are treasured gifts from God. We believe student success begins with high expectations and by recognizing and supporting all learning styles. We work together to provide every individual with a safe, positive and welcoming learning environment where strong interpersonal relationships and a positive classroom atmosphere promote good behaviour.
The success of St. Michael students is supported through learning goals, co-created success criteria and practical, timely descriptive feedback. These supports help teachers evaluate both student achievement and program effectiveness.
Extracurricular activities change annually based on student interest. Our strong House League and intramural program gives all children the opportunity to participate in sports with their age groups during lunch.
The school choir performs at school Masses, concerts and community events. Students also participate in excursions to places such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Casa Loma and Young People's Theatre. In recent years, older students have had the opportunity to attend an overnight trip to Tim Hortons Camp in Parry Sound.
School History and Tradition
St. Michael Catholic School is a model school built in conjunction with the public school board in an apartment building that is part of the St. Lawrence Development. This concept of a mixed economic community was brought to life following the mayoralty of David Crombie, elected in 1970, who was determined to bring housing back to downtown Toronto.
The school aims to serve the local community. The first 15 children were admitted in 1979 and were bussed daily to another neighbouring Catholic school. The school building we now occupy was officially opened on June 9, 1982 with 103 children.
Our school is named for St. Michael, who was the leader of the celestial armies and the guardian of the souls of men. St. Michael's special day is September 29. It is called the feast of St. Michael and all Angels, in honour of all the angels who helped St. Michael in the battle against evil.