General Brock Public School is located on the north side of Chestnut Crescent, west of Birchmount and north of St. Clair Avenue East. It first opened in 1956 and was named after Sir Isaac Brock. General Brock Public School is committed to developing self-motivated students with the academic and social skills needed to embrace the challenges of today and tomorrow. It is our responsibility to provide opportunities for the development of the whole child academically, physically, socially and emotionally. General Brock staff believe that parents/guardians are our partners in education and we value ongoing communication so that together we may provide the best possible learning environment for each child.
Literacy
Our goal is to improve student achievement in literacy through a variety of programs and professional development. We will continue to participate in Professional Learning Communities to focus on developing the students' higher level thinking skills and their ability to express their thinking in writing. We strongly believe that all students can learn and that we have the obligation and privilege to create opportunities that will help all students to reach their full potential.
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Caring and Safe School Culture
We will continue to foster and build a safe, nurturing, positive and respectful learning environment.The creation of a safe and caring school climate is a collaborative effort involving all the stakeholders - students, parents, staff and community. Through our character education recognition assemblies, community meetings, announcements, posters and modeling, we are continuing to create a safe and caring climate.
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Numeracy
We will improve student achievement in numeracy through a variety of programs and professional development. We will continue to participate in Professional Learning Communities to focus on problem solving and higher level thinking skills.
Character Education
As a school community, we will continue to focus on the 10 TDSB character attributes through awareness and regular recognition assemblies and celebrations. Character education will be integrated into the curriculum from Kindergarten through to Grade 8.
Technology
Through the integrated use of technology, our students will have access to authentic learning, 21st Century technology and content, critical thinking skills, and make real world connections.
Physical Fitness
We will continue to place an emphasis on physical fitness and healthy choices through involvement in DPA, regular fitness and co-curricular activities. As well, we will continue to provide a healthy snack through our morning snack program.
Additional Features
- Snack Program
- Eco School
- Variety of athletic teams
- Variety of clubs
- Girls Group Leadership Program
- Safety Patrol Program
- Variety of intramural teams
- Instrumental music and band
Student Life - Where You Belong
We strongly believe that all students can learn and need opportunities to reach their full potential. Supporting students to achieve their academic potential is a strong focus. As well, we have a variety of opportunities to participate in extracurricular and leadership opportunities.
What Sets Us Apart
"General Brock is a place where we care for each other." This saying can be heard daily during our school announcements. It is a wonderful reminder of the type of environment that every member of the Brock community is trying to achieve. We continue to model and celebrate the Toronto District School Boards' 10 character attributes both inside and outside the school. Our dedicated staff, engaged parents and community and respectful students continue to make General Brock a great place to be!
Parent and Community Engagement
- Snack program
- Warden Woods Community Centre
- School Liaison with Police
- School wide events
- School Council
- meetings are held on a regular basis
- Parent volunteers regularly assist in a variety of ways
- supporting our students academically, on trips, within the classroom, pizza lunches, fundraising, etc.
- Information meetings for parents, e.g., transition to grade 9 (Pathways), literacy nights, curriculum night, etc.
