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H A Halbert Junior Public SchoolADDRESS: 31 McCowan Rd, Scarborough, ON
M1M 3L7PHONE NUMBER: (416) 396-6300EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] RANGE: JK to 6
SupportiveProgramsHalbert offers a Full DayKindergarten programwhere students aresupported by aclassroom KindergartenTeacher working incollaboration with anECE TeachingAssistant. A JuniorCommunication classand Special EducationResource and HomeSchool Programs,provide students with avariety of levels ofsupport according totheir learning needs.
H. A. Halbert Jr. Public School, built in 1951 and named after aschool inspector, is nestled in a parklike setting in the CliffcrestCommunity. A TDSB Model Inner City School, Halbert students,benefit from access to a variety of programs and servicesincluding vision and hearing screening. With the help of aCommunity Support Worker, parents participate in a variety ofworkshops geared to their expressed needs and interests. Teachers work, in consultation with Literacy and NumeracyCoaches, to assess and evaluate students, plan and implementclassroom programs which utilize high yield teaching strategiesand where instruction is differentiated to address the specificneeds of all students.
LibraryWe are continuing our efforts to makethe library a central hub of theschool. A well-equipped library is aninvaluable school wide resource forpromoting literacy. We continue toadd to the collection with the bestand most up-to-date materialsavailable. Partnering opportunitiesbetween the librarian and classroomteachers exist to deliver integratedand cross-curricular programming for students. Every year, ourstudents participate in the "Forest of Reading" program whichencourages students to read recently published Canadian books. This program generates enthusiasm for reading and concludeswith a celebration at Harbourfront.
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Early Learning ProgramHalbert offers 2 classes of full-day kindergarten. Our "KindergartenSuite" is a bright, attractive and well-equipped space with its ownentrance foyer and washrooms for the children. The programprovides a balance of direct instruction and play-based learningfocused on literacy and math skills as well as the development ofsocial skills.
At Halbert, We Value...At Halbert, we know that a safe and caring school culture is built ona foundation where students, parents and teachers have a sharedunderstanding of school expectations and where caring and mutualrespect are evident in our daily interactions with one another. Thatrespect extends to our school and playground environment.
School CouncilWe welcome and actively encourage an active partnership betweenhome and school. Being involved in your child's school can takemany forms from attending all school events, assisting with fieldtrips, classroom volunteering, participating in school fundraising andshaping the priorities of the school in consultation with the principaland school staff.
TechnologyIntegrating technology into all curriculum areas is a focus at H.A.Halbert. Our Library is equipped with 23 new computers withvarious assistive software programs that address the diverse needsof our learners. The Promethean Interactive Whiteboard is used forengaging and visually stimulating lessons. Our grade sixstudents use laptops regularly in their program.
Additional Features● welcoming office● warm & inclusive environment● bright classrooms● music program: band & strings
● large playground area● upgraded library/computer lab● variety of clubs, teams, activities● wheelchair accesible washroom
For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=4546&schoolId=1165
Student Life - Where You Belong
Not only do our students work hard when they are in theclassroom, but they are quite busy with the variety of clubs,teams and activities that are offered at H.A. Halbert. Basketball, soccer, slo-pitch, volleyball and cross-countryprovide an opportunity for students to develop their level offitness and also to practise skills of teamwork andcooperation. The students in grade 5 and 6 participate ineither the band or the strings ensemble and they enjoytaking part in music festivals and performing for our parents. Choir groups and recorder clubs round out our musicalofferings. The Student Leadership club plays a veryimportant role at our school throughout the year. Ourteachers enjoy working with such an energetic and creativegroup of students.
What Sets Us Apart
We are fortunate to have talented and enthusiastic teacherswho provide an excellent learning environment and a varietyof learning opportunites for our students. Although we are asmall school, we are certainly very busy! Excursions helpto extend the learning outside of the classroom - visiting theToronto Urban Studies Centre, the local Fire Station, variousevents and performances around Toronto, are all ways toenrich student learning. Every year, we host a number ofspecial evening events that bring families together at theschool to celebrate student success. Our students arecreative and energetic and they enjoy taking part in a varietyof projects. The photograph features our primary studentswho created their own "Olympic Torch" that was selected tobe displayed at Toronto City Hall. Our school has beenselected as a location for a guest presentation by Canadianchildren's author and illustrator, Barbara Reid. Herplasticine picture books have won many awards and we arethrilled that she will be visiting our school and meeting withstudents.
Parent and Community Engagement
Many of our classes regularly visit Cliffcrest Library, our local publiclibrary, conveniently located minutes away in the Cliffcrest Plaza.Parent volunteers are actively involved in projects such ashomework bookbags, Reading Around Scarborough and variousstudent clubs. Monthly pizza lunches are organized by Councilmembers.Every year, H.A. Halbert hosts ECE (Early Childhood Education)students from Ryerson University so they can complete their schoolplacement and benefit from the expertise of our staff.Neighbourhood walks and visits to the local Fire Station areimportant in the primary grades.Every December, students and their parents contribute to theHalbert "Food Train". Canned and dry goods are donated to localcharities.The Terry Fox Walk is our annual charity event to raise money forcancer research.We welcome regular visits from our Community Liaison Officer.
TDSB - Better Schools. Brighter Futures
Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They arecommunity-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety ofopportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices. Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice,access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financialstability.
Contact Information
SCHOOL NAME: H A Halbert Junior Public SchoolADDRESS: 31 McCowan Rd, Scarborough, ON
M1M 3L7TELEPHONE: (416) 396-6300EMAIL: [email protected]
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=4546&schoolId=1165
