is the perfect balance of learning and teaching approaches intended to reach the “head” as well as the “heart” of each learner;
places importance on higher order skills such as critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, cooperation, time-management and organization;
encourages critical thinking through diverse perspectives;
is a safe learning environment where children can feel free from bullying and exclusion;
is an environment of ‘rights and responsibilities’ with a strict demand for self respect, respect for others and respect for the environment;
makes the Ontario Curriculum meaningful through the infusion and integration of personal, local and global issues;
draws from the past, investigates the present and inspires students to envision and strive for possible and preferred futures;
enables students to develop strong skills in all core academic subjects;
focuses on core subjects, (i.e., Mathematics, English, French, Spanish, Global Studies, History, Health, Science, Philosophy, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, and Life Skills), while also providing cross-curricular integration to help students make vital connections;
encompasses a balance of learner-centered approaches as well as teacher-directed lessons;
embraces teacher-directed evaluation and expects self-evaluation and self-reflection from each student;
provides learners with opportunities to work independently as well as cooperatively;
offers a strong sports program and an innovative visual, music and performing arts curriculum;
