1700 Keele Street Toronto, M6M3W5 Tel: (416) 394-3180 Fax: (416) 394-4073 Anthony Vandyke Lewis Genge Tatiana Sunak Diane Ceolin Joan Malcolm-Husbands For over 50 years cybridge@georgeharvey Collegiate Institute has prepared students for university and college. It is a learning community of all its members: students, parents and staff, all of whom work together in pursuit of a common goal in excellence in education. The quality of experience in our school community depends upon everyone making a positive contribution, and therefore everyone is encouraged to participate actively in all aspects of school life. The staff are committed to academic accountability, a safe learning environment, the development of literacy and numeracy skills and high expectations for our students. Our school offers one of the most innovative and comprehensive groups of programs in the entire city. In accordance with our Seven Guiding Principles for Success, all students will (1) be computer-literate; (2) be capable of demonstrating a full range of computer skills and knowledge; (3) demonstrate strong communication skills; (4) learn and practise the skills of community leadership; (5) acquire entrepreneurial skills; (6) demonstrate higher-level thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills; and (7) participate in a career experience program. Cybridge Programs are unique to George Harvey. Computers are integrated into all subjects, with the Internet playing a vital role in the curriculum. Our Cisco Networking and Microsoft programs help prepare students for computer careers and university or college education. Our Video Game Design program offers a cutting edge technology opportunity. At George Harvey, our students receive an "Education for the Information Age". E3 Program for Academic Students Cyberstudies Specialized Program Cybridge programs: Cisco Networking Academy, Robotics, Information Technology Technician OYAP, Computer Electronics, A+ Certification, Video Game Design Dress code: school uniforms Inter-school sports include hockey, basketball, cross-country running, soccer, volleyball, badminton, cricket, track & field and swimming. House league sports include ball hockey, soccer, badminton, swimming and basketball and are available to all students. Clubs include drama, Prefects, mathematics, chess, science, yearbook, Student Council, newspaper, automotive, choir, band, debating, fitness, adventure, Peer Mediation, stage crew, french and computer club. Exemplary Programs - Grade 9 Enrichment, Technology Apprenticeships, Steps to University: Provides students with a University of Toronto Credit, Leadership and Peer Tutoring. High value awards/scholarships presented to graduating students pursuing Post-secondary studies. Chris Tonks (416) 397-3098 Jeffrey Hainbuch (416) 394-3041 Chris Spence Total number of students: 773 Gender: Female 311 40% Male 462 60% Primary language other than English: 410 53%* Students born outside of Canada: Students living in Canada for 2 years or less 126 16% Students living in Canada for 3-5 years 103 13% * Calculation does not include students for whom language information is missing.
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB), in partnership with students, parents, teachers and all our communities, is committed to taking responsibility for continuous improvement of schools. This is achieved through: In addition to the regular instructional program mandated by The Ontario Curriculum, our school offers optional programs. Details of these programs can be found in the Choices document available on the TDSB web (TDSB.on.ca). A hardcopy is provided to students and parents in January of each year to assist them in choosing courses for the following school year. A variety of special education programs and services are offered to meet the needs of all students, including students with exceptionalities, such as behavioural, communication, intellectual, physical and multiple learning disabilities. Students' exceptionalities are identified through a formal review process undertaken by an Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC). Dance: Modern Dramatic Arts: Live Production/Play Music: Band, Music Camp, Orchestra, Steel Pan/Band, Strings Visiting Artists: Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Arts Visual Arts: Ceramics, Computer/Graphic Arts, Crafts, Excursions, Photography, Showcase/Competitions Badminton Baseball Basketball Cricket Cross Country Ice hockey Soccer Track and Field Volleyball Board Games Computer Environmental French Club Library Self Defense Sound, Light and Stage Crew Weight Lifting Club Healthy Learning Communities (U of T) Community Based: TEAM Teach Co-op Community Based: Tutoring Program, Centre for Community Partnership School Based: Tutors In Our Schools (Secondary) Caring: Change Your Future, Settlement Education Partnership Toronto (SEPT) Safe & Caring Schools: YOUCAN: Team Toronto, Peace Builders Social Skills: Future Aces It Started With a Beat Schools to Future: HSBC STEPS to University, Pathways to Education SPIRE Specialized Program: Cyber Studies Advanced Placement Courses Cisco/Nortel Systems
Information about the success of our programs comes from a wide variety of student assessments. These assessments are based on clear expectations for all learners, consistent with those described in The Ontario Curriculum. The primary purpose of student assessment is to improve learning. Assessment has the greatest potential to improve learning when it is an integral part of classroom activities. Teachers assess student progress towards achieving the expectations on an ongoing basis by using strategies such as projects, class presentations, homework assignments, classroom observations, portfolios of student work, and tests. Schools use assessment information and information from other sources to make informed decisions for school improvement planning. Schools identify areas of strength as well as areas that require improvement. Input is obtained from a variety of sources such as student assessments, teacher feedback, parent feedback, and community surveys. In this way, schools monitor, celebrate and improve their efforts in providing a supportive and challenging learning environment for all their students. Continued development of Information Technology Courses, OYAP Program and Video Game Design Course Implemenatation of Professional Learning Community and a focus on the 4A's for School Success; Academics, Accountability, Attitude, Access. E3 Program for Academic Students - Gr. 9-12 Grade 9 Leadership Camp focused on developing future school leaders Expansion of computer technology in the classrooms across the curriculum Addition of new sports teams & clubs Staff development opportunities More opportunities for students to explore and learn about university & college opportunities Workshops assisting parents with new secondary programs and educational planning Arts Night and Retreat Opportunities Literacy Initiatives, book club, Chris Bosh Reading program, daily reading Partnerships with University programs for students helping students. Numeracy initiatives in grade 9 Community Newsletters Enrichment program for grade 9 students Ecoschools Equity (gender/cultural/spiritual) Committee Peer Mediators Athletic Council Grade 9 orientation events: Boys on the Ropes, Girls About Girls, Guest Authors, Motivational Speakers Club Fair: Connecting students to the whole life of the school Upgraded Facilities: Science Labs, Library, Family Studies, Mac Lab Advanced Placement: Science, Math
School (Parent) Council Parent-Student-Teacher Nights Parent Workshops - University/College/Career Planning - Issues Facing Teenagers - Financing College & University Parent Supervisors - assisting school staff with special events Gr.Parent-Student-Teacher Workshops The Learning Partnership - "Take-our-kids-to-work" Program - Change Your Future Program - Speakers' Bureau Toronto Foundation for Student Success; York Community Services University of Waterloo Mathematics Contest University of Toronto Medical Students Mentoring-Tutoring Program " " Nursing Placement Program Canadian Living Foundation - "Breakfast for Learning" Program Yonge Corporate Centre - Spire Scholarship OYAP - partnership with Canadore College "Opening Doors Program", Toronto Public Health, Centre for Addiction & Mental Health Rotary Club, Toronto Humber - scholarships & student sponsorship; Lions, York - scholarships; Eureka Lodge - scholarships Army & Air Force Veterans Association, York 383 - sports team sponsors Humewood - "Healthy Choices" Program