Runnymede Junior and Senior Public School - Toronto District School Board

Runnymede Junior and Senior Public School

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GRADE RANGE:

2013- 2014 Focus

- Provide a safe &

positive environment for

all stake holders

- School-wide focus on

Literacy with a focus on

Inquiry Based Learning Continue to develop a

strong Numeracy

program with a school

focus on differentiated

Instruction in and Inquiry

357 Runnymede Rd, Toronto, ON

M6S 2Y7

(416) 393-9055

Runnymede.PS@tdsb.on.ca



JK to 8

Runnymede Jr. & Sr. Public School is located in Bloor West

Village, north of Bloor Street, west of High Park. The school was

first founded in 1913 as a one-room schoolhouse and

presently approximately 1,100 students. Runnymede is a dual

track school offering both regular English and French Immersion

programs from Kindergarten to Grade 8 . We are known for

academic excellence and rigour. In addition, we have a very

strong Performing Arts programs including Band, Drama, and

Strings .

Based Problem Solving

- Use technology to

deliver and enhance

curriculum with a focus

on Smartboard

technology - Promote a

healthy active school

environment

through DPA and

scheduled Physical

Education classes Continue to foster

community involvement

through collaboration

with parents

Runnymede Public School

At Runnymede Public School we

foster an environment of mutual

respect and individual responsibility.

Our Safe Schools Plan, Code of

Conduct and Dress Code reflect our

goal to achieve a learning

environment that is safe, nurturing,

positive and respectful. The

expectations of the students at

Runnymede Public School are:Attend classes promptly and

regularly, ready to work - Be

courteous to and respectful of peers,

staff, visitors - Be respectful of the

property of others and of all school

property- Maintain an appropriate

standard of hygiene and dressFollow the TDSB Code of On-Line

Conduct when using computers

More Information about Runnymede Junior and Senior Public School

School Improvement Plan

Our plan is based on data provided by recent student assessments,

report card and EQAO data, with a focus on priorities based on

student needs. Overall, we are pleased with the growth reflected in

our results. Our goal is to sustain and further improve our Gr. 3

EQAO results. Runnymede students in Grades 3 & 6 tend to

achieve excellent results. Congratulations to all!

Regular Instructional Programs

¡¤ Languages - English, English as a Second Language, and French

¡¤ Mathematics, Science and Technology

¡¤ Arts - Music, Visual Arts, Drama and Dance

¡¤ Social Studies, Health and Physical Education; in Grades 7-8:

History and Geography, Media Literacy, Information Technology, and

Guidance

Special Education Programs

A variety of special education programs and services are offered to

meet the needs of students with exceptionalities, such as

behavioural, communication, intellectual, physical and multiple

learning disabilities. Students' exceptionalities are identified through

a formal review process by an Identification, Placement and Review

Committe (IPRC).

French Programs

French Immersion begins in Sr. Kindergarten. Applications for

early Immersion are completed online in February. All instruction is

in French until Gr. 4 when 40 min. per day of English is introduced.

By Gr. 6, 50% of instruction is in English.

Core French begins in Gr. 4 and is mandatory until Gr. 9. Students

in the English program receive 40 min. of French per day.

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Performing Arts - Drama and Music

Band and Strings Programs

Intramural & Extracurricular Teams

Active School Council

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Visual Arts Specialist Teacher

Extensive Athletic Program

Extensive Community Involvement

Active Student Parliament

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit

Student Life - Where You Belong

CO-INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES

The Runnymede staff offers students a variety of activities

before and after school and over the lunch hour. School

sports teams may include: touch football, track & field,

soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, hockey and

cross-country running. The number and type of teams vary

from year to year. House league teams intended to promote

school spirit and socialization between students are also

organized.

Students may participate in the Peace Makers, Peer

Mediation and P.A.L.S. Programs, Student Parliament,

Primary, Junior or French Choirs, Drama Show Case,

Monologue Evenings, Senior Orchestra, Senior Strings

Orchestra as well as Brass, Strings or Woodwinds

Ensembles. As well students are given the opportunity to

participate in music competitions and fesitivals.

The Senior Yearbook Committee compiles a record of major

senior school events in the form of photos, reports and

creative writing pieces. In September, Grades 7 & 8

students have the opportunity to run for the Student

Parliament as Class Reps or in elected positions such as

Prime Minister. Student Parliament organizes dances, spirit

days and raise funds for various causes.

What Sets Us Apart

RECOGNITION ASSEMBLIES: Students in the Primary

and Junior Divisions are recognized with a certificate for

academic achievement, community service, citizenship, and

school participation. . The criteria for the recognition awards

is based on the values outlined by the TDSB Character

Education initiative.

HONOUR ROLL AND MERIT ROLL: Senior students are

recognized for their academic achievement through the

Honour Roll and Merit Roll. Criteria for the Honour Roll is an

overall average of 80% and 75% for the Merit Roll.

PEACEMAKERS: Grades 5 - 6 students are trained to

assist Grades 1 and 2 students in resolving their conflicts

peacefully in the school yard. The supervising teachers are

on duty to assist the Peacemakers and deal with any serious

problems.

AWARDS: Students have the opportunity to earn one of the

following awards: The Jean Todd Award, The Marion Griffin

Award,.Runnymede Awards, The Principal¡¯s Award, Male

and Female Athletes of the Year, Awards of Merit, Creative

Writing Awards, Citizenship Awards and Academic

Achievement Awards.

Parent and Community Engagement

Parents are regularly involved as volunteers who assist in

classrooms, school office, library, fundraising, fieldtrips and with our

Safe Arrival Program. As well parents serve on various School and

School Council committes such as Staffing, Safe and Caring

Schools, Fundraising, Schoolyard/Environment and Ward 7

committes just to name a few. Our parents take an active interest

and participate in Curriculum Night, Parent-Teacher Interviews and

Parent Information Nights. Our concerts , Science Fairs, and

Graduation Ceremonies are very well attended and supported

through School Council fundraising.

Runnymede P. S. collaborates and has formed partnerships with

many community/social agencies, e.g., Toronto Public Libraries,

Child Development Institut, C.A.S., Hincks, Integra, Big Brothers and

Toronto Police Services.

Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They are

community-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety of

opportunities 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 financial

stability.

Contact Information

SCHOOL NAME: Runnymede Junior and Senior Public

School

ADDRESS:

357 Runnymede Rd, Toronto, ON

M6S 2Y7

TELEPHONE:

(416) 393-9055

EMAIL:

Runnymede.PS@tdsb.on.ca

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