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Location
We serve the communities of Rundle Heights and Beverly
Heights and students who have an interest in our science
focus throughout the city of Edmonton.
Our Mission
As a Christ-centred professional learning community
through collaborative goal-directed work, we ensure that
each child progresses in their learning in an environment
that inspires scientific inquiry and embraces the God-given
uniqueness of each and every child by utilizing their gifts
through leadership to serve our community.
Our Values
We value & believe that every child can learn
We value each one's uniqueness as a treasured gift of
God within the cultural diversity of our community
We value understanding our students as learners and
knowing their strengths and weaknesses
We value ongoing assessments that inform instruction,
making a positive difference in student learning
We value our faith and living as witnesses of
Jesus Christ
We value God's creation and living as good stewards
We value creative, collaboration and collective work that
ensures success of all
We value our Christ Centred Professional Learning
Community where we continuously learn and challenge
ourselves to best practices and school improvement
We value problem-based learning that allows
students to ask questions that inspires and fosters lifelong
learning.
We value positive and caring relationships with
students, parents, staff and community
We value Catholic Education that inspires students to
reach new potentials, be lifelong learners and make dignified
and loving differences in our world
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Key Features
School science focus
School Uniforms
Full day kindergarten
English Second Language Program
Snack program
HP technology lab and Smartboards in classrooms for daily use
Robotics lab and club
Scientific inquiry through problem-based learning in all aspects of school
Rundle Heights Before and After School Care and Playschool
Strong involvement of students in student leadership
Supportive School Advisory Council
Sports Program
Exciting science fair highlighting students’ love of science
Strong literacy focus and support for struggling readers
Science inquiry walks/talks
Classroom composting, recycling and greening projects
Student involvement in designing, building, planting, maintaining of outdoor classroom
Student caring for various organisms
Creating various ecosystems (wetland, freshwater, etc)
Use of technology as a tool for research, charting, graphing, communicating, and creating presentations
Involvement of scientists and researchers with students throughout the year
Many projects through class buddy partnerships
Science demonstrations throughout year, hands on science
Extracurricular Activities
Student Leadership Program
School Patrol Team, Photography Display Team, Lunch Monitor Team, Recycling Team, Intraumural Team, Kindergarten Buddy Team, PE Equipment Team, Playground Team, Library Team, Office Assistants, Composting Team, Milk Team, Critter Care Club, Running Club, Volleyball Team, Cross Country Team, Book Worm Club, Student Activities Team, Robotics Club, TV Broadcast Team
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