Glenview Senior Public School's Mission Statement
Glenview Senior Public School opened its doors in 1966 and is located at Avenue Road and Lawrence Ave. It is a triple-track school (English, French Immersion, Extended French) with 777 grade 7 & 8 students. Technology is an integral part of learning and allows our students to acquire the necessary skills to become 21st century learners. Glenview offers Special Education programs that include Resource Support and Home School Program. Students are engaged in a variety of general arts and technology programs (Band, Strings, General Music, Visual Arts, Dance, Drama, Family Studies, Design & Technology). We also excel in providing an exceptional physical education program that includes Aquatics and many sports teams.
Technology Programs
With student engagement at the forefront of learning, we strive to provide opportunites for students to be involved in the learning process at all times. Glenview provides a rotation of hands-on programs in well-equipped facilities. Our school is equiped with mini iPads, wireless laptops, Smartboards and a fully functional lab. In addition to Information Technology students participate in the sewing and cooking activities offered in Family Studies (addressing practical skills of everyday life) and learn basic design and construction techniques in Design and Technology (wood shop).
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Character Education
Every month, students from each registration class are recognized by their peers and staff for demonstrating specific attributes related to the TDSB's ten Character Traits. These might include good deeds performed in class or around the school. An assembly is held to recognize the accomplishments of the students for their good character.
Performing Arts Festival
Every year, students at Glenview are invited to participate in our annual Performing Arts Festival. All students are welcome to showcase their talent. We have dancing, singing, comedy, acrobatics, magic, instruments, impressions and more! The auditions start in November. Students have a unique opportunity to share talents that we would not otherwise know about.
Social Justice
For many years now, students and staff at Glenview are working hard to create a society that is based on the principles of equality and solidarity, a society that understands and values human rights. Glenview has established an environmental club that participates in a variety of community outreach programs to support our neighbors, our global community and our school.
Transitions from grade 6 to 7 and 8 to 9
Glenview works closely with our junior feeder schools and local secondary schools to ensure a smooth and successful transition for our students. Our Guidance Counsellor works with student ambassadors to welcome our grade 6 feeder schools. Grade 8 students visit secondary schools prior to making a final decision for their grade 9 placement.
Additional Features
- French Immersion Program
- Extended French Program
- Aquatics Program
- Student Recognition Awards
- Student Prefects/Government
- ECO School - Platinum Status
- Technology Programs
- Digital Textbooks
Student Life - Where You Belong
GO TEAM
Glenview students enjoy a number of interesting, curriculum related field trips to reinforce learning. Our numerous sports opportunities compel students to relate as team members and compete with good sportsmanship while practicing responsibility and commitment. Our various student clubs offer something for everyone from the Animanga and Games club to the Robotics club. Every year our grade 8 students have an opportunity to experience overnight field trips. This is very rewarding and students gain great insight from these trips. They include numerous trips to Quebec City, Huntsman (New Brunswick) and to Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve. Students involved in our band and strings programs may choose to enjoy a music camp in the fall and in June. The Prefect System is the form of student government at Glenview. It provides an opportunity for grade 8 students to develop positive leadership skills and to show their commitment to the school community. Each year, students and staff vote on the prefect applicants. Those candidates who receive the most votes and fulfill all requirements will serve the school in one of the 15 positions available.
WHAT SETS US APART
Glenview Senior Public School is committed to academic excellence and offers a caring and nurturing environment. Students enjoy a safe and secure environment and work closely with staff advisors and administration as they continue their development in becoming increasingly more informed and responsible individuals. Teachers will focus on upgrading resources and technology for professional and classroom use. Glenview staff work as a team to plan, teach and assess student learning. Students will be encouraged to work toward higher achievement and to strive to become better citizens. School and community communication will continue to be a major focus at Glenview. We provide information electronically to our parents and our website is easily accessible by all stakeholders. The school continues to acquire more technology; laptop carts, min iPads, Smartboards and utilize a fully operational computer labs in order to enhance student engagement and skills.
PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Glenview’s School Council includes a very supportive group of parent members. Our parent volunteers work on fundraising activities, attend field trips, help to organize Graduation, attend Safe and Caring Schools meetings and help organize our Teacher Appreciation Lunch. Glenview supports parents by providing Guest Speakers, Secondary School Presentation, Grade 6 Open House and Parent Welcome Breakfasts. Glenview also collaborates with community agencies to support our students and their families. We are very active in a variety of community initiatives such as the Terry Fox Run, the Glenview Holiday Adopt a Family Initiative and food drives. Our school also participates in global fundraising campaigns to help countries in need. At Glenview we send out an electronic bi-weekly Newsletter, Parentview, that boasts student articles and keeps parents up-to-date.