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At St. Simon Catholic School, we pride ourselves on the strong partnership that exists among the home, the school and the parish.

Our school policy encompasses routines and procedures which ensure a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students. The code of behaviour emphasizes mutual respect, conflict resolution and self-discipline. The safe arrival program encourages consistent home to school communication when a student is absent or late.

Our instructional programs are continually being adapted to meet the individual needs of our students. Students who experience difficulty with regular classroom work are discussed in our school-based support meetings, and instruction is modified as needed. If necessary, we can call upon the support of the joint team, which includes Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) staff such as a social workers, psychometricians, assessment and programming teachers, and other specialized personnel. Parents are always invited to participate in the review process, and are informed of modifications and progress.

St. Simon is blessed with a very strong and active Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC). Meetings are held monthly and everyone is invited to attend. Providing excellent learning experiences for our students is our prime motivator. Our motto is: Happy Children Who Love to Learn.

St. Simon Catholic School is committed to Catholic education as outlined in the mission statement of the TCDSB. Our students come to us with a variety of strengths and needs, with our Catholic faith as our common bond. Our prayer life, liturgical celebrations, the sacraments, and our faith and values system form the foundation of our school. We strive to build a welcoming school community by fostering the bonds of home, school and parish. St. Simon is part of the St. Jude parish.

Our school was named for St. Simon the Apostle, who was one of the 12 apostles chosen by Jesus, our Saviour. According to Scripture, Simon the Apostle preached in various parts of the Near East. He was put to death because of his commitment to Christianity. In art form, Simon is often shown with a book, referring to his devotion for the law. The feast day is associated with St. Jude, celebrated on October 28.

In 1975, St. Simon School consisted of six portables in St. Jude Catholic School's schoolyard. In the spring of 1976, the students occupied a relocatable school at our present site. In 1978, the present site was acquired and a building of unique architectural design with multi-levels was erected.

In October 2003, we celebrated our 25th Anniversary. Many former students, staff and parents attended and shared memories of their time at St. Simon. This was a tribute to the strong community ties that St. Simon has enjoyed and developed during its proud history.