Albert Campbell C.I. has established a tradition of excellence. Our staff and our programs focus on student success. We are proud of our reputation as providing an academically challenging and supportive learning environment. Our curriculum focuses on performance and prepares students for university, college and the world of work. Albert Campbell C.I. is one of the first TDSB facilities to have comprehensive wireless capabilities enabling us to integrate technology fully into student learning through the use of GPS, iPads, Smartboards, notebooks, and laptops. We have a full range of programs and extra-curricular activities to provide all students with the Albert Campbell Experience: Academics, Community and Engagement.
Specialist High Skills Major: The Arts
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program provides students with an exciting opportunity to obtain specialized qualifications while at ACCI. The SHSM program offers diverse course options for students including Vocal Music, Drum Line, Drama, Drama-Tech after-school Repertoire and Visual Arts integrating iMac technology. We are among the largest programs in the TDSB, offering a wide variety of performing and visual arts courses. We produce several performances and art shows each year including talent shows, concerts and musicals.
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Mathematics
We offer a comprehensive mathematics program for everyone. As technology is becoming an integral part of our lives, ACCI is committed to embedding technology-based learning into the delivery of mathematics curriculum. Our school is the TDSB site for Leading and Learning through Technology. As well, the EMC2 (Enriched Mathematics at Albert Campbell) program, beginning in Grade 9, provides opportunities for students to acquire advanced standing at universities. This year, 86% of our Academic and 61% of our Applied students are at or above the provincial standard (level 3 and 4) after completing the EQAO Mathematics test.
Science
We emphasize hands-on, student-centred, inquiry-based learning. Our students compete in a variety of contests. Science offers a Robotics club, a special award winner at their last competition; a science outreach team called ATOMS (A Team of Mad Scientists); and ES@C, our Environmental Science Club.
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Our extensive co-operative education program gives students the opportunity to build their resumes, earn credits, and gain valuable hands-on experience. The community partnerships that have been built are extensive and include all areas of student interest. Students can earn 2, 3, or 4 credits, as well as dual credits in our SHSM and bridge to college programs.
Literacy
We believe that effective literacy skills are essential for success. Literacy is emphasized across the curriculum. Last year, our Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test success rate was 85% ,which was above the provincial average. Outside of class, students can write for our newspaper, or join our debate team and compete in prestigious university tournaments.
Social Studies
The rich offerings in this area are expanding. As well as courses in history, politics, world issues, sociology, geography, family studies, and economics, students have the opportunity to expand their learning outside of the classroom. Excursions include New York, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Montreal and local venues. The Model UN club continues to engage students.
Additional Features
● Arts in the Community
● Newcomers Club
● Robotic Competition
● Caring Adult Program
● Student Success Ropes Course
● Integrated Technologies
● Model United Nations
● After school numeracy and literacy
Student Life - Where You Belong
The Student Administrative Council (SAC) is Albert Campbell's elected student council responsible for coordinating all clubs and student-sponsored activities in the school. The SAC brings many fun-filled events to the students each year. The year begins with Grade 9 Orientation, a joint venture of all our other student service groups: Athletic Council, Student in Action, and Ambassadors. September also brings the our first assembly focussing Character Education. Throughout the year, there are monthly Spirit Days when activities are held in the Forum during the lunch period. There are two Spirit Weeks, one in November and one in May, where daily fun and games fill the Forum. December brings the Semi-Formal held at a local banquet hall, as well as the ever popular Christmas Door Decorating Contest. Graduating students look forward to the Formal held in late May or early June. Our year culminates with the annual Big Event Carnival, the Farewell Assembly and the Grad Brunch. By participating in SAC events, students pick up points for one of the eight Houses to which they belong. The House of the Year award is presented in June.
What Sets Us Apart
We have over 80 teams, clubs and activities so there is something for everyone! We compete in a wide variety of girls, boys and Coed sports: wrestling, rugby, basketball, archery, swimming, track, volleyball, curling, hockey, badminton, soccer, golf, tennis, and more. Our clubs are focused on Math/Science/Tech, Music/Art/Drama, and numerous Special Interest Clubs such as: Debate Club, Model UN, DECA, French Club and Year Book. Campbell is active in Character Education.
We have a tradition of reaching out to the global community to help. Albert Campbell has had a remarkable impact all over the world raising money for the following projects:
• Canadian Red Cross: $7000 tsunami response in Sri Lanka
• Canadian Feed the Children: $9200 to K'acha K'acha in Bolivia; $23,500 to dig a water well and help rebuild an orphanage in Haiti.
• Free the Children: 800 school bags to Kenya
• Howard Hospital in Zimbabwe: 2,500 vitamin bottles
Parent and Community Engagement
Community involvement is a crucial element in the Albert Campbell Experience. Our Parent Council meets five times a year, for information, community action and personal learning. In the past we have had workshops on effective use of FACEBOOK, Restorative Practices, Dealing with the Teenager and Internet Safety. We engage in community partnerships with CAMH, CanTyd, Settlement and Education Partnerships to support all of our students.
