"The small school that thinks big!"
F.H. Miller Junior Public School is located on the northwest corner of Caledonia Road and Rogers Road. The school was build in 1926 and was named for the first York School Board Chairman, Fred H. Miller. There have been several additions to the original building over the years and a new state-of-the art gymnasium and adventure playground were added in 2003. Our school is wheelchair accessible to the lower level. Through a Playground Greening Project we acquired a gazebo, many trees and shrubs, an updated Kindergarten play area and a cycling path. This year a play structure was added to the Kindergarten area.
Programs Offered
F. H. Miller is a place where your child will flourish in an active and challenging environment. Our teachers set high expectations for themselves and their students. We offer JK to Grade 6 programs to a diverse population. We have two JK/SK classes with a trained teacher in each class. One Early Childhood Educator supports the larger class. We offer classes in French, Library, Junior Strings ESL, Resource Program, HSP & one Intensive Support Program (ISP). Macaulay Child Development Centre provides a before and after care program.
School Focus
Our mission is to enable all students to reach high levels of achievement and to acquire the knowledge, skills and values they need to become responsible members of a democratic society. We are committed to providing a safe, positive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and parents through consistent practices and procedures. Through our Professional Learning Communities in Literacy and Numeracy, we are focused on initiatives that will promote improved academic achievement, well-being and equity. We build partnerships with parents to support student learning at home, beginning with our "Welcome to Kindergarten" evening.
More Information about F H Miller Junior Public School
Literacy and Numeracy
Student achievement is supported through the use of deep learning practices and technology integration. These strategies help students develop key global competencies and improve core learning skills in literacy and numeracy. Engaging students in inquiry based learning and real-world problem solving helps them to foster collaboration and prepares them for the future.
Information Technology
Technology enables teachers to present information in ways that are highly motivating and engaging (GAFE, Google CSFirst,Scratch) and challenge students to use higher level thinking skills that go beyond traditional methods of instruction. Students are able to connect and share beyond the class (e.g., virtual author visit) and become aware of global issues (e.g., Me to We)
Support For Student Achievement
Our School Support Team addresses the academic and social/emotional needs of students at risk. Our Resource Program is the first step for early intervention. Our HSP program supports students with the highest needs. We provide student planners to promote home/school communication and student success by focusing on recording, tracking and time management skills.
Assessment and Evaluation
EQAO testing results help us to determine areas of concentration to improve learning. DRA and CASI assessments, Marie Clay Observation Survey, Gallery Walks, Congresses, Ministry Exemplars, teacher/student co-constructed leaning goals, success criteria, descriptive feedback, generated rubrics and the use of manipulatives are used to enhance student achievement.
Additional Features
● Macaulay Before & After Care
● Dental, Hearing & Vision Screening
● Outstanding School Library & Gym
● Me to We Leadership
● TDSB CREATES Residency Project 2018
● ARC Program After Care
● Literacy Intervention Program
● Fantastic students & staff
Student Life - Where You Belong
Students perform in many activities throughout the school year such as Remembrance Day Assembly, Winter Concert, Miller Idol, Junior Band and Grade 6 Strings. Other activities that our staff provide include Reading Buddies, Library Club, Math and Craft Clubs. Our students also enjoy extracurricular activities such as: Cross Country Running, Co-Ed Volleyball, Basketball and Track and Field. Other school events include: Play Day, Scholastic Book Fair, Dance-a-Thon, Lego Night and Grade 6 Graduation. Grade 6 students learn leadership skills through the hall and milk monitor programs. Our programs are enriched through field trips to such places as the Science Centre, Warren Park Outdoor Centre, Metro Zoo, Sheldon Outdoor Centre, Legoland and Dance/Drama performances. This year our school has been chosen to receive the tdsbCREATES Residency Project 2018. An artist will be at our school for one whole week to work with our students. Our Welcome-to-Kindergarten Night helps Junior Kindergarten students and their parents with the transition from home to school.
What Sets Us Apart
Our wonderful library houses a well-rounded book collection reflecting the diversity of our student population. Our school also features an excellent gym and murals created by former students. All our classes have access to iPads and Chromebooks. Ongoing communication between staff and parents is supported through the use of student agendas, telephone calls, parent/teacher interviews, classroom and school newsletters. Special nights such as Curriculum Night and Welcome to Kindergarten provide opportunities for parents to learn more about our school and find answers to any questions they may have. Students receive a daily nutritious snack through the Morning Meal Program. We offer a supervised lunch and Safe Arrival Program and have five safety cameras installed around the school, including one at our front entrance. Many cultures are represented and celebrated, including Black History Month and Asian Heritage Month. Our monthly Student Recognition Assemblies and Reach for the Stars Program highlight student achievement in academic excellence, citizenship and leadership.
Parent and Community Engagement
We collaborate with community/social agencies including Public Health, Macaulay Child Development Centre, Children's Aid Society, Royal Canadian Legion, Toronto Police Service, Child Development Institute, Yorktown Family Services, CCAC, Evelyn Gregory Public Library,Toronto Parks and Recreation and York Lions Club. The school is supported by parent volunteers. School Council members support our school by organizing fundraising activities such as: Bake Sales, Dance-a-thon,Year End Festival. Parents are invited to Curriculum Night, Remembrance Day Assembly,Winter Concert, Math/Literacy Nights, Grade 6 Graduation, Book Fairs, Student Recognition Assemblies, Education Week Events and Miller Idol Performances. Students fundraise for ME to WE projects. Teachers provide mentorship to student teachers and early childhood educators in training from recognized training facilities.