Agincourt Collegiate Institute's school motto is: AD OMNIA PARATUS "Prepared for All Things"
At Agincourt Collegiate Institute, an experienced and dedicated staff and a responsive student body contribute to the achievement of high standards in both curricular and extra-curricular programs. Students are encouraged to be caring, appreciative and accepting of each other's shared aspirations as well as cultural differences. Students have the opportunity to participate in leadership activities such as athletics, clubs, music ensembles, student leadership councils and student mentoring programs. Recognition and Awards Assemblies, Principal's Academic Awards, and Student of the Month celebrate student success. Parents, staff and students work together to build a safe and caring environment and to foster pride in our ACI traditions.
Features
- Nationally recognized Award-winning Music Program.
- Immersion and Extended French.
- Extensive and varied Athletic and co-curricular Activities.
- Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) – Business, Sports, Manufacturing, and Non-Profit.
Alumni and Parent Councils
Agincourt Collegiate enjoys an ongoing and supportive relationship with the Agincourt C. I. Alumni Association. Each year this organization adds voice and face to the school's Remembrance Day observances. In addition, the Alumni provide several generous scholarships to graduates attending post-secondary institutions. Our partnership with parents includes a Traditional School Council, Chinese Parents' Council and a Music Parents' Council. We are also fortunate to have a supportive community network which offers students COOP and volunteer opportunities.
More Information About Agincourt Collegiate Institute
The Most Music
Imagine a school where students earn a total of 900 music credits each year! Perform in our strings and wind ensembles. Join our Jazz band. Become part of our choir and Madrigal Singers. Our students win many awards at numerous Music Festivals, including Kiwanis.We have traveled to Europe, Chicago, Florida and New York.
Leadership Pathway
Agincourt's leadership pathway offers a wide range of opportunities for our students to learn and lead. Development of these leadership skills in our students benefit our school and community which plays a key role in maintaining a school climate that is caring, supportive and safe.
Languages
French studies can help you attain the very best positions in many Canadian companies and government organizations. We offer Extended, Immersion and Core French courses to help you achieve these goals.
Test Drive Potential Careers
Our counsellors and COOP teachers, through career and technology fairs, work placements, mentorship programs and personal career counselling, help you prepare for life after high school. Gain valuable work experience skills and test future careers through COOP placements with our many community partners: YMCA, RBC, law firms, Toronto Police, TTC, etc.
Additional Features
● Caring and Safe School Environment
● Comprehensive Computer Labs
● Large Student Resource Area
● Varied Student Success Initiatives
● Literacy/Numeracy Program
● Sports field, running track, 5 gyms
● Autism Program
● Peer Tutoring and Mentoring
Student Life - Where You Belong
We believe that students helping students fosters a sense of family and belonging in the school. To this end, our senior students serve as peer helpers in our junior classrooms through the Peer Helping Credit Course and through our Peer Tutoring Program. Our Mentors welcome newcomers to ACI and run a fun and information filled Orientation Program for our incoming Grade Nine Students. Our students have a tremendous spirit of giving. Our annual Christmas cheer campaign raises over $6,000 for local charities. Students also organize disaster relief fund campaigns. Students can participate in art exhibits, drama productions, music concerts, science fairs, math and robotics competitions, sports, business and technological competitions. Other activities include the Environmental, Stage Crew, Newspaper and Yearbook clubs. At Agincourt we have over 50 clubs and councils. Our Agincourt Lancers compete in basketball, volleyball, soccer, field hockey, golf, tennis, flag football, curling, cross country, rugby, lacrosse and Ultimate Frisbee, and much more. Student life at Agincourt is truly rewarding!
What Sets Us Apart
We are a desirable destination for students because of our strong reputation for high academic standards, combined with an inclusive and supportive environment that helps students of all backgrounds to succeed. Over 90 percent of our Grade 12 students advance to post-secondary education. We also offer strong remedial programs for students who run into difficulties. Our student success initiatives identify students who are at risk, and staff work with the students to create a plan to help set goals and attain success. At Agincourt, we are particularly proud of our Student Government. Students, through the Leadership Councils, participate in the development of school initiatives. Special leadership activities train our students to become active participants in both their school and their community at large. Recognizing student achievement is important. We celebrate student of the month selections and our principal's scholars recipients. Many of our graduates receive post-secondary scholarships through the generosity of our community partnerships.
Parent and Community Engagement
Among the largest and most influential of our community partners is our Agincourt School Council. The ACI School Council welcomes parents to join us at our meetings. The Agincourt Music Parents' Association is a "vital force" in supporting our co-curricular music program. Please join them on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the staff room. We are fortunate to enjoy the support of a third parent group, the Chinese Parents' Advisory Council. Quarterly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Library.
