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Henry Kelsey Senior Public SchoolADDRESS: 1200 Huntingwood Dr, Scarborough, ON
M1S 1K7PHONE NUMBER: (416) 396-6315EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]: http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/henrykelseyGRADE RANGE: 7 to 8
Our School Offers:The dedication andschool spirit that ourstaff and studentspossess can be seenthrough the wide varietyof clubs and teams thatwe offer. Some of ourclubs are:-Band and Choir-Reading Club -Science Club-Math Club-Website-Yearbook-Literacy Leaders-S.A.C.-Office Helpers-Homework Club-Student AnnouncersSome of our teams are:-Badminton-Basketball-Cross Country-Flag Football-Slo-Pitch-Soccer-Softball-Track and Field-Volleyball
Prepare Today - Succeed Tomorrow!
Henry Kelsey Senior Public School was named in memory of ayoung employee of the Hudson's Bay Company who was sentinto the barren lands west of Hudson Bay to look for customersamong the northern tribes. He was the first European known tohave seen the prairies, the great buffalo herds, the grizzly bears,and the many Plains tribes. In later years, he became thegovernor of all the Company's posts on Hudson Bay.Henry Kelsey Senior Public School was opened in 1971.We welcome a diverse population of students drawn from sevenfeeder schools.
Henry Kelsey's MissionStatement The staff and students at HenryKelsey Senior Public School arecommitted to providing a safe,nurturing and caring environment inwhich lifelong learning skills areacquired. Our students are offered equal opportunities to developintellectually, emotionally, physically and socially. Our goal is to help them to reach their full potential as caring andresponsible citizens.
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Our SchoolStaff and students create an environment rich in diversity andopportunity. There is an emphasis on students striving to becomelifelong learners, to actively engage in their learning and to aim forexcellence. Many opportunities are provided for our students todevelop a sense of responsibility.
Personal And Social Responsibility ProgramIn our Personal and Social Responsibility program, we celebratecharacter education, provide leadership opportunities for studentsthrough SAC, reinforce 'Kelsey's Code of Conduct' and the 'SafeSchool Policy', train students in Peer Mediation and ConflictResolution strategies.
EvaluationThe evaluation of students at Henry Kelsey is an ongoing process.We are following the Ministry and TDSB procedures for reportingstudent achievement. The staff uses the following methods ofreporting to parents: report cards, portfolios, tracking sheets,individual assessments, CASI results, notes, observations, andreflections.
Information TechnologyAt Henry Kelsey we encourage students to develop their inquiry,design, and communication skills through the use of informationtechnology. Students use classroom computers, computer lab,language lab and interactive whiteboards to support their learning. Our school webmasters work hard to keep the school website andtheir homeroom websites up to date and accesible.
Additional Features● Leadership Programs● SERT, HSP and ISP - LD Programs● Choir and Band Programs● Emphasis on Information Technology
● ESL and Leap Programs● Top Rated Sports Program● Guidance Department● Wide Variety of Co-curricular Clubs
For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=4556&schoolId=1169
Student Life - Where You Belong
Henry Kelsey's excellence in academic, athletic and artisticpursuits has played a significant role in school life. We areproud of our diversity and the inclusiveness of ourcommunity. We place a strong emphasis on all curriculumareas with a focus on literacy and mathematics. Animportant part of the education of our students is thedevelopment of strong, caring and involved individuals. Wehave worked to create the environment in which ourstudents can become not only better learners, but betterpeople. Our staff, students, and volunteers are passionateabout all they do. The staff is committed to providingopportunities for all students within the classroom andthrough a rich extra-curriculuar program that continuesthroughout the year. Our school has a very active StudentAdvisory Council (SAC). The SAC is involved in communityoutreach and fundraising projects such as: collecting foodfor the Agincourt Food Bank, the Terry Fox Run and raisingfunds for school field trips. Henry Kelsey students areinvolved in Junior Achievement. We value and promotevisits and presentations from the business community.
What Sets Us Apart
Several areas set Henry Kelsey apart from the rest. Theyinclude our guidance program, our vocal and instrumentalprogram and our drama, dance and visual arts program. Guidance provides a service to students, parents andteachers. Henry Kelsey’s guidance counsellor specializes inhelping students to make decisions about their personal andacademic needs. Our guidance counsellor co-ordinates theTeacher Advisory Program along with initiatives such assecondary school choices, and the course selection processfor students moving from Grade 8 to Grade 9. The studentsat Henry Kelsey have the opportunity to take part in both avocal and instrumental program. Instruments may beborrowed from the music room on a daily basis. Studentsare involved in creative drama and dance programming inthe classroom. Our drama club offers students anotheroutlet for pursuing the dramatic arts. Our skilled visual artsteachers effectively teach students about the differentaspects of art.
Parent and Community Engagement
Henry Kelsey parents are very supportive and demonstrate this byattending our Curriculum Nights, Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews,Orientation Nights, Transition Nights and our Winter and SpringConcerts. We have an active School Advisory Council that meetsregularly to provide advice concerning school issues and initiatives. We encourage open and on-going communication with our parentsthrough meetings, phone calls, emails, website and the use of thestudent agendas. As an integral part of our commitment todeveloping a sense of social responsibility, we encourage studentsto take leadership roles in the community. We also invite thecommunity to participate in school initiatives. We have a partnershipwith various Faculties of Education. Pre-service teachers fulfill thepractice teaching component of their program in our classrooms.
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: Henry Kelsey Senior Public SchoolADDRESS: 1200 Huntingwood Dr, Scarborough, ON
M1S 1K7TELEPHONE: (416) 396-6315EMAIL: [email protected]
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=4556&schoolId=1169
