Specialized Instruction Through Adjunct Programming
In addition to our strong emphasis on reading, writing and math (and the full scope of curriculum strands derived from the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum, plus additionally curated learning outcomes) we place considerable emphasis on adjunct programming focusing on big-picture skills that position our students to thrive as they move into post-secondary education.
Adjunct Programs reflect systematically increasing expectations as students progress from Kindergarten through Garde 8, and target skills that augment the traditional subjects, and expose students to a variety of kinds of learning opportunities by asking them to extend and apply knowledge in real-world applications. Guided by best-practices in developmental theory, we supplement traditional learning with the following Adjunct Programs in all classes:
Neuroscience- My Brain & Me
This program empowers students to explore how their brains work by building self-awareness, emotional literacy, and lifelong learning habits. From understanding basic brain functions in early grades to developing the ability to self-advocate for learning needs in Grade 8, students are guided to recognize their cognitive strengths and challenges. Informed by Ontario’s Health and Science curricula, and infused with evidence-based methodologies this journey encourages reflection, resilience, and growth through brain-based strategies that support wellbeing, self-regulation, and problem-solving across school and life.​
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Mind-Body Connection- Understanding Emotions Through the Body
In this unit, students learn to recognize how their bodies signal emotional experiences, building a strong foundation for mental wellness and emotional regulation. Across the grades, they develop a nuanced emotional vocabulary and learn to link physical cues (like tight muscles or racing hearts) to specific feelings. With this awareness, they begin to choose matched strategies for calming, focusing, or expressing themselves in healthy ways. Informed by the Ontario Health and Physical Education curriculum, and trauma-sensitive practices this unit nurtures emotional insight, self-awareness, and coping skills that students can carry with them into any context.
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Our Community Program
Our students participate in hands-on exploration, through field trips and project-based learning, that targets understanding and appreciation of our local community, and recognizes the important role humans play in contributing to community betterment. From career-focused learning to volunteer initiatives, this program emphasizes the various ways in which we collaborate to maintain our dynamic community.
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