Cassandra Public School - TDSB
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Cassandra Public School ADDRESS: 45 Cassandra Blvd, North York, ON M3A 1S5 PHONE NUMBER: (416) 395-2150 EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] WEBSITE: http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/cassandra/ GRADE RANGE: JK to 5 FACT! During the construction of Cassandra a Gingko Tree was planted at the school. The Gingko Tree was once widely scattered over the globe according to fossil evidence. The oldest leaf fossils of Gingko Trees predate the dinosaurs back to about 270 million years ago. The Gingko may be the oldest living seed plant. The Gingko Tree is thus considrered by some to be one of the Wonders of the World. The oldest individual living Gingko Trees in the world today are found in the temple grounds of China, Korea and Japan. Some of these trees are said to be 4000 years old. Welcome to our school! We invite you to browse our profile, which was created by the staff, students and parents of Cassandra P.S. Within our community of learners we ensure a sense of belonging, care of each individual and high expectations of achievement for all persons. Our Mission The mission of Cassandra P.S.; a diverse, environmentally friendly school with extensive community involvement, is to empower and inspire each individual to become a responsible, empathetic and successful member of society, through a positive, caring and supportive learning environment. This Year At Cassandra, we will strive to: - improve Literacy and Numeracy skills of all students - highlight knowledge and care of our environment - update and use information technology as a tool for learning - establish a safe and caring school environment through Character Education programming including TRIBES - create opportunities for all students
Transcript of Cassandra Public School - TDSB
Cassandra Public SchoolADDRESS: 45 Cassandra Blvd, North York, ON
M3A 1S5PHONE NUMBER: (416) 395-2150EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]: http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/cassandra/GRADE RANGE: JK to 5
FACT!During the constructionof Cassandra a GingkoTree was planted at theschool. The GingkoTree was once widelyscattered over the globeaccording to fossilevidence. The oldestleaf fossils of GingkoTrees predate thedinosaurs back to about270 million years ago.The Gingko may be theoldest living seed plant.The Gingko Tree is thusconsidrered by some tobe one of the Wondersof the World. The oldestindividual living GingkoTrees in the world todayare found in the templegrounds of China, Koreaand Japan. Some ofthese trees are said tobe 4000 years old.
Welcome to our school!We invite you to browse our profile, which was created by thestaff, students and parents of Cassandra P.S. Within ourcommunity of learners we ensure a sense of belonging, care ofeach individual and high expectations of achievement for allpersons. Our Mission The mission of Cassandra P.S.; a diverse, environmentallyfriendly school with extensive community involvement, is toempower and inspire each individual to become a responsible,empathetic and successful member of society, through a positive,caring and supportive learning environment.
This Year At Cassandra, wewill strive to:- improve Literacy and Numeracyskills of all students- highlight knowledge and care of ourenvironment- update and use informationtechnology as a tool for learning- establish a safe and caring schoolenvironment through CharacterEducation programming includingTRIBES- create opportunities for all students
More Information about Cassandra Public School
At Cassandra Public School:The learning environment is safe, nurturing, positive, andrespectful. The highly professional, caring, and dedicated staffprovides equitable learning access for all. Our focus is on highachievement and success for each student. Students, staff,parents, and community members are valued partners. Recognitionof positive social and academic skills are highlighted.
ECOschoolsAt Cassandra P.S., the students, staff and parents exhibit a caringattitude toward environmental issues. As a Platinum Eco School weare an Organic Waste Pilot Project School, Walk to SchoolParticipant and Active School. We also have a Booerang Lunchprogram and our students have learned to appreciate and value theenvironment.
Student Support ServicesWe offer programs and services to support the various needs of ourstudents. We host a self contained special education program forstudents with an identified communication exeptionality in additionto ESL support, resource teachers and a Home School Program foridentified students from Grades 1-5. We also have ReadingRecovery support for our Grade 1 students.
A School on the Move!In 2009 Cassandra PS joined an elite group of schools across theprovince by being recognized as a School on the Move. TheSchools on the Move initiative celebrates schools that are makingsignificant and sustained progress in student achievement, andconnects them with other schools that have similar backgroundsand challenges.
Additional Features● Safe & Caring School Environment● Amphibian Oasis● Tree Nursery● Extra Curricular Activitvies
● Nature Study Area● Outdoor Classroom● Vegetable Garden● Library / Computer Lab
For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=3063&schoolId=63
Student Life - Where You Belong
At Cassandra Public School, students have the opportunityto participate in many extra and co-curricular activities. Thisyear students have opportunities to participate on our CrossCountry, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball and Track &Field teams in addition to the school Spirit Squad, ECO Cluband much more! (For a complete list, please check out "AlsoOffers"). In addition, there are a variety of programs throughexternal partners at lunch and after school. Our Grade 1 andExtended French students are involved in our partnershipwith Roots of Empathy. The school is also very involved incommunity events, taking advantage of our communitylibrary and skating rink as well as community events in theschool such as Movie Nights, Literacy Nights, Family MathNight, Spring ECO Fair in partnership with our active SchoolCouncil. We also have a very strong partnership with theMuppets Too Day Care which operates in the school.
What Sets Us Apart
Currently, Cassandra is one of 27 schools across the TDSBthat offer entry into the Junior Extended French Program inGrade 4. The TDSB currently offers both a Junior Extended FrenchProgram and an Intermediate Extended Frenchprogram.The Extended French programs are designed forstudents who do not speak French at home.The JuniorExtended French program begins at the Grade 4 level.Students in this program spend 50% of their day in Frenchinstruction from Grade 4 - Grade 8 at the Extended Frenchschool. The subjects taught in French are: French LanguageArts, Social Studies and The Arts. English Language Arts,as well as Mathematics and Science are taught in English.Designated school pathways have been developed toensure that students have a continuation of program fromthe Grade 4 entry to the end of Grade 12.
Parent and Community Engagement
The Cassandra School Council is a partnership between parents,the principal, staff, and other members of the school community. Thepurpose of the Council is to promote participation in the affairs of theschool and to provide a forum for collaboration in support of ourchildren's learning. Some of the activities we organize and support include:Welcome-back BBQ in SeptemberSafe arrival programBooster reading programSpecial lunchesMovie nightsGraduation ceremoniesAfter school programsPlay Day BBQ in June All parents are invited to the school council meetings. We holdmeetings 6 times per year starting at 6:45 pm in the resource center.At each meeting, the principal provides an update on schoolactivities and the Council discusses issues affecting the school. Anagenda is sent home beforehand informing you of the date andtopics to be discussed.
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: Cassandra Public SchoolADDRESS: 45 Cassandra Blvd, North York, ON
M3A 1S5TELEPHONE: (416) 395-2150EMAIL: [email protected]
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=3063&schoolId=63
