Alexmuir Junior Public School

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Our School

Alexmuir Junior Public School was named for Alexander Muir, a noted teacher who immigrated in the early 1800's. Muir composed "The Maple Leaf Forever", a patriotic song popularized at Canada's Confederation in 1867. For this reason, Alexmuir adopted the maple leaf as its symbol.

The school was built in 1973 and in 1996 a two-storey addition was built containing 10 classrooms, a new gym, computer lab and music room.

Alexmuir Junior Public School's Mission Statement

All Alexmuir students are encouraged to develop to their fullest academic potential. They take advantage of opportunities offered through regular and co-curricular programs. All staff are dedicated and talented people who share a diverse range of interests and expertise with the children at our school.

School Focus For This Year

This year at Alexmuir, we have a school-wide focus on technology. We are proud to say that we currently have Smart Boards in all grade 1 to 6 classrooms and our library. We are working towards introducing Smart Boards in the ESL classroom and our Kindergarten classrooms as soon as possible.

As a staff, we work monthly within our Smart Board Professional Learning Groups to support each other’s growth with this fabulous technology. Our students have embraced this new technology and are more engaged than ever in the learning opportunities provided by our staff.

More Information About Alexmuir Junior Public School

Literacy

In our continuing commitment to improve the literacy skills of our students, we continue to offer extensive opportunities for students to improve their skills in the area of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Our library is well-stocked, up-to-date and accessible for research, writing, browsing and reading.

Mathematics

In the area of mathematics, we support our students and staff to continue as life long learners and develop critical thinking and communication skills. Problem solving and communication of mathematical thinking continues to be a strong school focus. We are also committed to using more manipulatives in all classes as an integral part of our mathematics program.

Technology

Our commitment to technology continues to be a major thrust and focus. Students at Alexmuir benefit from a well equiped computer lab, computers in their clasrooms and Smart Boards. Our grade 6 students are also thriving with the introduction of laptops into their classroom.

Respect

We continue to promote self-respect, respect for others, and respect for our enviroment. We teach and reinforce skills to promote personal and social responsiblity and keep our school enviroment free from bullying, harassment and violence. We encourage our children to be creative problem solvers and implement conflict resolution strategies.

Additional Features

Annual Readathon
Busy Extra Curricular Program
Reading, Dance, & DPA Buddies
Student Agendas (Gr. 1 - 6)
DRA and CASI Assessment Tools
Well-stocked Library

Student Life - Where You Belong

GO TEAM

Our school offers several activities and experiences that encourage students to grow into well rounded individuals. These activities serve a wide range of interests;

Primary, Junior and Festival Choirs
Jr. and Sr. Band
Volleyball and Bordenball Teams
Cross Country and Track and Field Teams
Folkdancing
Cooking Club and Computer Club
Before School Library Drop-in
Blokus, Chess and Scrabble Clubs
Dodgeball and Soccer Clubs

In addition to these activities, Alexmuir also offers students numerous leadership opportunities at many different grade levels. For example:

Office and Library Helpers
Houseleague Captains
Student Newsletter Reporters
Student MC's at Assemblies and Concerts
Student Announcements
Lunchroom and Kindergarten Helpers
Door Monitors

WHAT SETS US APART

In addition to our use of technology, our love of music and volleyball set us apart.

Our music program is performance based with a strong focus on choral music and music literacy. All grade 1 to 6 students are a part of a grade choir and are featured at concerts and assemblies. An Instrumental Itinerant also comes twice a week to teach our Bands.

Our gym walls display the accomplishments of our Volleyball Teams. Through the dedication of our coaches and athletes and school-wide enthusiasm for the sport, we are proud to say that a visit to our gym will show you 7 City Championship Pennants.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Parents and Students at Alexmuir have the opportunity to be involved in many information nights and activities within our school community. We are also fortunate to have parents who come in to volunteer in our classrooms and on trips.

Each year we offer 2 parent information nights. Topics have included:

Smart Board Information Night
Cyber Bullying
School Code of Conduct
New Ministry Report Card
Family Math Night
Family Literacy Night

We are also proud of the partnerships we have developed within our community, such as;

Collaboration with the Rosewood Community Association
Participation in the annual Terry Fox Walk
Participation in the Christmas Food Drive for Agincourt Community Services
Ongoing liaison with the two day cares that serve our school (A & A and Tamarak)