Vradenburg Junior Public School opened its doors in 1955. The school was named after the Vradenburg family, the original settlers of the land on which the school is located. The school has achieved a reputation for providing a well-balanced program, both curricular and extra-curricular. The school serves approximately 300 students and is proud to be known as a community school. Vradenburg Jr. P. S. has a longstanding tradition of parental and community involvement, as many of the residents were once Vradenburg students.
High Academic Standards
At Vradenburg JPS we support the TDSB's Years of Action Plan. We want every student to be inspired to be a lifelong learner. Our staff is hard working and motivated and they work collaboratively in Professional Learning Teams to offer excellent academic programs to the students. We continue to focus on improving and increasing our Literacy and Numeracy levels. By the end of the 2014/2015 school year we will have completed another Teaching Learning Critical Pathway (TLCP) that will focus on improving the Literacy and Mathematics Skills of our students in addition to enhancing the teaching practices of our teaching staff.
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School Advisory Council
The Vradenburg Advisory Council (VAC) is very active and supportive and it works collaboratively with the school to benefit the students. The VAC organizes fundraisers and volunteers time to assist with many school initiatives. The VAC supports many initiatives that enrich the learning experiences of our students. The VAC usually meets five times each school year. All parents are encouraged to attend our meetings and to participate on the VAC. Child care is provided at the meetings.
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Character Development
At Vradenburg JPS we strive to create and maintain a positive, safe and inclusive environment for our students by fostering respect for each other through team building and cooperation. We follow the Build Character/Build Success and Mental Health Strategies initiatives of the TDSB. Monthly Celebration Assemblies acknowledge the successes of the students and staff.
Focus on the Arts
Vradenburg JPS has a rich tradition in the Arts. To enrich our students' lives with the Arts we provide many opportunities to participate in choirs, band and strings and drama activities. Students view dramatic presentations from Prologue of the Performing Arts. Many students continue with the Arts in intermediate and secondary school.
Athletics and Intramural Programs
We always promote a healthy, active lifestyle at Vradenburg. Several teams participate in TDESAA sports such as cross country, slo-pitch, soccer, basketball, volleyball and cricket. Our Intramural Program gives the students many opportunities to participate in a variety of activities that promote cooperation and teamwork. Kilometre Club takes place during the spring.
Technology
Vradenburg JPS gives students opportunities to develop their technological skills. The school has a well-equipped computer lab and library resource centre. We also have a mobile laptop computer lab. Interactive whiteboards are integrated into our curriculum. Staff work collaboratively to give the students experiences in Media Literacy.
Additional Features
- Dedicated and motivated staff
- Certified Eco-School (Silver)
- Vradenburg Cricket Festival
- Music Itinerant Teachers
- Essential Skills Programming
- Scientists in the School
- International Languages Program
- Vradenburg Child Care Centre
Student Life - Where You Belong
At Vradenburg we build leadership capacity amongst our students by providing them with many leadership opportunities at the school. Groups of students participate in different types of leadership training. These include the Vradenburg Athletic Association (VAA). The VAA assist in the organization and running of different Intramural events such as cooperative games, the Grade 1 Winter Olympics and Play Day. We are also involved with the Licensed to Learn Peer Tutoring initiative. In addition, our Boyz to Men group are given many opportunities to display their leadership skills. Vradenburg JPS students are given the opportunity to participate in a variety of co-curricular activities. Our staff provide many opportunities for students to play on school teams, join a wide variety of clubs and perform in the arts. We also ensure that students are able to view professional dramatic and musical presentations. Each class gets the opportunity to participate in at least one excursion that enhances their educational experiences.
What Sets Us Apart
Vradenburg JPS is a "community school", as the majority of our students live in the neighbourhood. The school is located in a well-established neighbourhood and the student population reflects the rich and diverse cultural mosaic of Toronto. Staff and parents have very high standards for academics, the arts, athletics and character development. Students are provided with many opportunities to enrich their educational experiences. Vradenburg JPS is also home to the Aisling Discoveries Centre, which is a Primary Day Treatment Program for children 6 to 8 years of age. As part of our Essential Skills units, parent and community volunteers visit classrooms to discuss their occupations with the students. We continue to offer International Language programs in Simplified Mandarin and Tamil on Thursday evenings through the TDSB's Continuing Education Department. We also have a very positive and collaborative partnership with the Vradenburg Child Care Centre.
Parent and Community Engagement
Vradenburg JPS has a longstanding tradition of parental and community involvement, as many of the residents were once Vradenburg students. The school has served the community for close to six decades. There is also a great deal of support from local residents. Our school also serves as a venue for many permits that cater to local community needs. Charities that are supported by the school include the Canadian Cancer Society, Agincourt Community Services, Unicef, and the Terry Fox Foundation Many of our parents volunteer in classrooms, assist with a variety of school activities, sponsor the Community B.B.Q. and support special purchases and programs at the school level. The positive collaborative partnership with parents and families promotes the success of all students.
