Don Valley Middle School's Mission Statement
Don Valley Middle School is a dual track school, offering instruction in English and French. We are a school with a rich diversity of cultures whose traditions, languages, and perspectives provide our students with a myriad of opportunities to interact, communicate and collaborate to achieve academic success. We offer a challenging, friendly and safe environment where students can develop not only their academic skills, but also their social and emotional skills. Our commitment to excellence, strong academic programming, rich programs in the Arts, Technology and Athletics create an atmosphere which supports our motto: "Where All Can Learn/Vivre Pour Apprendre."
At Don Valley Middle School., we modify and enrich our programs to support all students. Special Education support is available for students who bring special needs, exceptionalities and different learning styles to their learning. This support for identified students may vary from monitoring students in a fully integrated setting, to full withdrawal for students in our Developmentally Delayed program. We also have an effective support system in our English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
French Immersion
Seventy countries in the world are members of the francophone community. The French language opens doors worldwide. Le français ouvre des portes à travers le monde. At Don Valley Middle School, French Immersion students receive 50% of their instruction in French in a variety of subjects. By the time they leave Don Valley, they are fluent in both of Canada's official languages.
Core subjects: Language, Math, Social Studies and Science are conducted in French.
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Special Support Programs
Formal support is provided for students who have ESL and DD requirements. These students experience specialized programs in a small classroom setting with caring teachers and educational assistants who provide individualized programming designed to build upon their strengths.
Design and Technology
At DVMS, our Design and Technology program fosters creativity and innovation through hands-on projects. Students explore design, engineering, and technology, developing problem-solving skills and critical thinking. This program prepares them for future challenges, encouraging collaboration and empowering them to turn ideas into reality.
Music
Students enjoy music in various forms at Don Valley. Vibrant Strings and Band programs are run by specialized teachers. Morning announcements play current music while students prepare for class. If you enjoy singing, you can join our choir. Music Sharing Nights feature Grade 6, 7 and 8 student performers.
Athletics
Don Valley Middle School has received platinum recognition from the Ontario Health and Physical Education Association for quality programming. Specialized Phys. Ed. teachers help students develop and improve their skills in a wide range of competitive and non-competitive team sports.
Additional Features
- Eco Club
- Student Council
- Yearbook Club and Journalism Club
- Office Helpers/Hall Monitors
- Student Mental Health Ambassadors
- Morning Homework Club
- Black Student Alliance
- Sport Teams/Sport Clubs
Student Life - Where You Belong
GO TEAM
Here at Don Valley, the fun student life begins even before the bell rings! From 8 til 8:15am, students are permitted to enter the building for Morning Homework Club in the Cafeteria (until 8:45am). By 8:50am, students are already in their designated homerooms and first class. The teachers at DV also make the students' journey more exciting by providing a fine balance between fun, challenging assignments, and various interesting teaching methods. Lunch is from 11:24am to 12:20pm. There are many activities at lunch to join. After three more periods, the day comes to an end at 3:00pm. Every day is an adventure with lots of opportunities to learn new things, have fun, and build lasting friendships.
WHAT SETS US APART
At DVMS, we are committed to nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally. What sets us apart is our personalized approach to learning, a focus on fostering curiosity and critical thinking, and a robust extracurricular program. Our dedicated teachers provide a supportive environment that encourages creativity, resilience, and collaboration, inspiring students to explore their passions and become confident, lifelong learners.
PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
*Junior Achievement
*Student Fundraising for charities: Terry Fox, Food Drive, North York Harvest, Royal Canadian Legion
*Big Brothers, Big Sisters
*Curriculum Night
*Parent Workshops regarding current issues
*Grade 5 to 6 and Grade 8 to 9 Information evenings
*Arts Celebration
*Parent Volunteers
*Music Sharing Nights