Within our community of learners we ensure a sense of belonging, care of each individual and high expectations of achievement for all persons. Our Mission The mission of Cassandra P.S.; a diverse, environmentally friendly school with extensive community involvement, is to empower and inspire each individual to become a responsible, empathetic and successful member of society, through a positive, caring and supportive learning environment.
This Year At Cassandra, we will strive to:
- improve Literacy and Numeracy skills of all students
- highlight knowledge and care of our environment
- update and use information technology as a tool for learning
- establish a safe and caring school environment through Character Education programming including TRIBES
- create opportunities for all students
More Information about Cassandra Public School
At Cassandra Public School:
The learning environment is safe, nurturing, positive, and respectful. The highly professional, caring, and dedicated staff provides equitable learning access for all. Our focus is on high achievement and success for each student. Students, staff, parents, and community members are valued partners. Recognition of positive social and academic skills are highlighted.
ECOschools
At Cassandra P.S., the students, staff and parents exhibit a caring attitude toward environmental issues. As a Platinum Eco School we compost our organic waste, participate in Walk to School and Active Transportation initiatives. We also have a Boomerang Lunch program and our students have learned to appreciate and value the environment.
Student Support Services
We offer programs and services to support the various needs of our students. We host a Home School Program for identified students from Grades 1-5. We try to provide extra support to our students in Kindergarten and Grade 1 who are not yet reading at level. We welcome parents in to assist with this goal.
A School on the Move!
In 2009 Cassandra PS joined an elite group of schools across the province by being recognized as a School on the Move. The Schools on the Move initiative celebrates schools that are making significant and sustained progress in student achievement, and connects them with other schools that have similar backgrounds and challenges.
Additional Features
● Safe & Caring School Environment
● Amphibian Oasis
● Tree Nursery
● Extra Curricular Activities
● Nature Study Area
● Outdoor Classroom
● Vegetable Garden
● Library / Computer Lab
Student Life - Where You Belong
At Cassandra Public School, students have the opportunity to participate in many extra and co-curricular activities. This year students have opportunities to participate on our Cross Country, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball and Track & Field teams in addition to the school ECO Club and much more! (For a complete list, please check out "Also Offers"). In addition, there are a variety of programs through external partners at lunch and after school. We are involved in our partnership with Roots of Empathy. The school is also very involved in community events, taking advantage of our community library and skating rink as well as community events in the school such as Movie Nights, Literacy Nights, Family Math Night. We also have a very strong partnership with the Muppets Too Day Care which operates in the school.
What Sets Us Apart
Currently, Cassandra is one of many schools across the TDSB that offer entry into the Junior Extended French Program in Grade 4. The TDSB currently offers both a Junior Extended French Program and an Intermediate Extended French program.The Extended French programs are designed for students who do not speak French at home.The Junior Extended French program begins at the Grade 4 level. Students in this program spend 50% of their day in French instruction from Grade 4 - Grade 8 at the Extended French school. The subjects taught in French are: French Language Arts, Social Studies and The Arts. English Language Arts, as well as Mathematics and Science are taught in English. Designated school pathways have been developed to ensure that students have a continuation of program from the Grade 4 entry to the end of Grade 12.
Parent and Community Engagement
The Cassandra School Council is a partnership between parents, the principal, staff, and other members of the school community. The purpose of the Council is to promote participation in the affairs of the school and to provide a forum for collaboration in support of our children's learning.
Some of the activities we organize and support include:
- Whole school programs (e.g., yoga, plays, etc.)
- Booster reading program
- Special lunches
- Movie nights
- Graduation ceremonies
- After school programs
- Play Day in June
All parents are invited to the school council meetings. We hold meetings 6 times per year starting at 6:30 pm in the Staff Room. At each meeting, the principal provides an update on school activities and the Council discusses issues affecting the school.
