Eastdale Collegiate Institute
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Eastdale Collegiate Institute ADDRESS: PHONE NUMBER: EMAIL ADDRESS: GRADE RANGE: Key Skills at Eastdale - School to Future Focus We emphasize three key skills development areas critical for success in school, employment and life-long learning: 1) Academic Skills: Developing functional literacy and numeracy skills critical for success. 2) Social Skills: Developing positive attitudes, interpersonal relations, responsibility, communication and cooperation. 3) Employability Skills: Team-work, problem-solving, career exploration, resume writing, interview, and time management skills. 701 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1Y4 (416) 393-9630 [email protected] 9 to 12 Eastdale is a small learning community characterized by its safe, inclusive and encouraging environment. Small classes and our supportive and caring staff ensure that students are recognized for their individual needs, abilities and achievements. We are a culturally diverse community of learners with a focus on employability skills and students from across the city are welcome. Diploma and Certificate Program:Over half of our students are working toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Certificate. Eastdale offers a full range of Grade 9 and 10 courses at both the Locally Developed and Applied level. There are Grade 11 and 12 courses at both the Workplace and College level preparing students for either jobs or post-secondary. Special Education - MID Program Students with an exceptionality of MID (Mild Intellectual Disability) are part of Eastdale’s Special Education MID Program. Our focus is to prepare students for independent living, further education or transition to the workplace. Classes focus on functional literacy (reading, writing, oral communication), functional numeracy (banking, budgeting), independent living (meal preparation, household chores, self-care) and interpersonal skills. Students gain work-related skills through Hairstyling, Hospitality, and Communication Technology Programs. Students are offered TTC Training in combination with Co-operative Education and Community Service. More Information about Eastdale Collegiate Institute Hairstyling and Aesthetics Program A Hairstyling and Aesthetics Program is now open at Eastdale with the latest in equipment for teaching hairstyling, make-up and nail care techniques. Students will learn fundamental skills that can be used in a salon and can practice these skills through Co-operative Education placements. The students will learn about a variety of employment opportunities. Co-Operative Education Co-operative Education is offered to students in both the Credit and MID program. It is a unique program which integrates classroom studies with practical experience in the world of work. Students are placed with an employer on a half or full day schedule in an area of work that interests them. Students earn credits as they gain skills to transition to the workforce. Hospitality and Foods Eastdale has a professional industry standard kitchen where students learn food preparation, health and safety practices, menu planning, and customer service. Students prepare lunch for the cafeteria and provide catering at community special events. Produce from the RoofTop garden is used in the hospitality program and students practice their skills in co-op placements. Communication Technology Students learn basic computer keyboarding and software applications related to Communications and the Printing Industry. Eastdale takes orders from other schools and organizations for such materials as booklets, banners, brochures, posters, cards, t-shirts, notepads and newsletters. Students gain valuable work experience in producing professional quality items. Additional Features ● ● ● ● Continous Intake Co-Op (CIC) Credit Recovery and Credit Rescue Student Nutrition Program Boys' & Girls' Groups ● ● ● ● Focus on Success Program Visual and Media Arts Intramural & Team Athletics Outdoor Education Program For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=5705&schoolId=1309 Student Life - Where You Belong Eastdale teachers are committed to offering a variety of co-curricular activities both at lunch and after school to meet the needs of our students. Our Physical Education Program encourages all students to get involved. We offer intramurals at lunch time as well as school teams (Eastdale Eagles) who compete against other schools in such sports as basketball, soccer, cross-country, track and field and badminton. The Eastdale Ambassadors are student leaders who assist at school events plus take on a local and global community service project as part of Me to We. Our Wilderness Activity Group meets weekly and learns skills in order to participate in a fall hiking trip, a winter camping trip in Algonquin Park, and a hiking trip on the Bruce Peninsula. At lunch time we have a Fun Club, Boys2Men, Pet Club, and Young Womens' Group. Eastdale is a Gold EcoSchool and has a student Environmental Club responsible for the recycling program and "greening" the school community. An Assembly in the fall lets students know what clubs are availale and all students are encouraged to join and get involved. What Sets Us Apart Students appreciate our small class sizes, individual support, and safe and caring environment. We focus on providing academic, social and employability skills for success in the 21st century. We provide "hands on " project based learning so the students see the connection between classroom and the world of work. For students who arrive at Eastdale behind in their credit accumulation we offer both Credit Rescue and Credit Recovery so students can catch up on their credits. An accepting and positive atmoshere encourages students who previously might not have been successful in school. Eastdale has an 11000 square foot RoofTop which, through a partnership with FoodShare, has become one of the best "green" spaces in Toronto. The School GrownRoofTop is an urban market garden with fruits and vegetables, an event space, outdoor cafe, and indoor classroom for workshops. Food grown on the RoofTop by students is used in the Hospitality Program, sold to community markets and local restaurants. Parent and Community Engagement Community partnerships: FoodShare is a non-profit organization. Foodshare staff collaborate with our teachers to mentor and provide hands-on learning experience for our students and create employment opportunities through the RoofTop garden. Peacebuilders International is non-profit organization partnered with Eastdale. It incorporates restorative practices into the classrooms in the form of Circles to teach communication skills and resolve conflicts. Pathways to Education Program is a community program which supports students from the Regent Park and Moss Park communities through mentorship and a tutoring program. New Leaf Yoga provides yoga classes to help students deal with stress and build a healthy self-esteem. School Council meets several times a year to share information and provide workshops in response to the needs of Eastdale parents and guardians. TDSB - Better Schools. Brighter Futures Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They are community-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety of opportunities 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 financial stability. Contact Information SCHOOL NAME: Eastdale Collegiate Institute ADDRESS: 701 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1Y4 TELEPHONE: (416) 393-9630 EMAIL: [email protected] http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=5705&schoolId=1309
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