Fairbank Public School's Mission Statement
Fairbank Public School serves a very diverse community of families that belong to many races, languages and cultures, which gives the school a social richness that we cultivate and cherish. Our staff is dedicated to creating opportunities for learning that ensure success for all our students. We are constantly learning new concepts and strategies, and challenging ourselves to do the best job possible for our students. We believe that all students can and want to learn, so we emphasize the development of literacy, mathematics, and computer technology skills in all subject areas. Fairbank provides specialized programming in Science, French, Health and Physical Education, Music and Visual Arts.
Instructional Technology
In our quest to address the learning needs of all students, Fairbank has SmartBoard technology in our classrooms. This interactive teaching and learning resource makes it possible for all staff members to engage in interactive teaching and learning activities, thus providing immediate feedback to our students regarding improving their work product. This strategy has proven to be particularly helpful in advancing the academic achievement of our male students as well as our students with special needs. We also have sets of iPads and Chrome Books which teachers use regularly with their students.
More Information About Fairbank Public School
School Improvement Plan
Throughout the school year, the staff members of Fairbank Public School assess our effectiveness as a school based on the data generated from diagnostic, formative and summative assessments, EQAO results, Safe and Caring schools data, and community feedback. From these statistics, we identify, adjust and implement goals for the new school year.
By the end of this school year, the percentage of grade 3 and 6 students achieving at the Provincial standard on EQAO Mathematics and Literacy assessments will increase by 10% with the use of high yield strategies like Guided Reading, Differented Instruction, Success Criteria and Descriptive Feedback, across the curriculum.
Information Technology Instruction
There are computers in classrooms and multiple computers in the Library at Fairbank Public School. Students learn power point, publisher, and research skills that enhance their academic success in all classes.
Teacher Advisor Program
Staff, students, and parents are committed to providing a safe and challenging learning environment where all students can flourish. Our school facilities and services are excellent and reflect the high standards and commitment of our office and caretaking staff.
Morning Meal
We provide a nutritious morning meal that consists of at least three food groups. Our morning meal is provided at nominal cost and is enjoyed by the majority of the student body.
Additional Features
- Itinerant Band
- Itinerant Strings
Student Life - Where You Belong
GO TEAM
A number of inspiring groups and clubs run throughout the school year. From the Arts to student leadership, there are enough activities in which every student may participate. Whether it be Student Council, choir, band, School Ambassadors, World Changers, Drama or Literacy and Numeracy clubs, there are many ways to develop student leadership skills at Fairbank Public School.
For the more athletically inclined, there are many sports teams including basketball, baseball, cross country, volleyball, soccer, track and field and other athletic endeavours.
All Intermediate students play a band instrument in music class. We also have an instrumental strings program that is delivered by an itinerant music teacher.
WHAT SETS US APART
Fairbank recently underwent renovations during the summer of 2012 in preparation of our change from a middle school to a JK-Grade 8 school. The school features several renovated classrooms and a newly landscaped beautiful playground featuring many trees, grass, a sunken rock circle and a separate area for kindergarten students.
Fairbank is a Model School. Our School Community Worker Safia Ahmed has recently established a Newcomer Parents group for parents new to the school and/or community. Parents meet monthly and translators are provided as well as refreshments and presentations from government and community agencies and organizations.
PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Fairbank Public School prizes its interaction and connection with parents and the community at large. With this in mind, we open our doors to co-operative education students from local public and private secondary schools. We maintain our connection to families in the community through theTerry Fox Run/Walk, The United Way, Jump-Rope-for-Heart, various coin drives, food drives, and Junior Achievement. Fairbank also takes advantage of the expertise in the educational and business communities through Junior Achievement and educational faculties
We are proud of our effective School Council. They have provided continuous feedback on matters which have been incorporated into school life, and engaged in a variety of fundraising initiatives that have benefitted the school emensely.