George P. Mackie Jr. P. S. is a dynamic neighbourhood school that was originally built in 1954 and named after George P. Mackie, Trustee, for the former Scarborough Board of Education (1927-1952). The school is nestled in a residential neighbourhood southeast of Markham and Kingston Roads, just north of the magnificent Scarborough Bluffs. We serve 140 students from kindergarten to grade 6 in a well-established community with a rich history. We are committed to providing a healthy, thriving learning environment fostering high academic achievement, physical, social and emotional well-being and citizenship.
We are PLATINUM!!!
In 2011 George P. Mackie Jr. P.S. became an Eco-school. This year, we have continued our goal and once again received PLATINUM status!! Students, staff, and parents play key roles in our eco-awareness. Our Eco-club, led by Ms. Qazi, has been working diligently to bring strategies and awareness to staff, students and the Mackie community as we all work together in our commitment and respect for the environment. Our students continue with their role in litterless lunches, the recycling program and our compost program which we hope to begin in the New Year.
Interesting Feature
We are Team Mackie!
Our partnerships -student to student, student to staff, school to home- make us a focused team, building students for life! Our curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities develop the "whole child" as we continually strive for excellence, to be the best that we can be!
More Information about George P Mackie Junior Public School
Curriculum Connections
Specialized programs support effective instruction in reading, math, arts, science and music. Borrow-a-book, reading recognition, Read and Write Gold, Artist in the Schools, embedded technology, Scientists in the Schools, U of T Engineering workshops and itinerant music programs allow students to deepen and interconnect their learning in all areas.
Inquiry Based Learning
Classroom teachers collaborate with our teacher-librarian to plan innovative units of study. Benefits to our students include working on rich learning tasks, with two teachers simultaneously, in a collaborative environment, learning and using new technological applications to deepen understanding and become critical thinkers.
Love of Learning!
There are many different opportunities for students to pursue interests and further their learning outside of the classroom. Extra-curricular activities include athletics, chess, model, Eco, folkdancing and kilometre clubs as well as Track and Field and outdoor education opportunities at Camp Kearney and Hillside.
Mackie Extracurricular
Our dedicated staff devote their time and knowledge to various extracurricular activities throughout the school year. These include after school sports, Arts programs, Eco-Club, The Learning Commons Team and much more.
Additional Features
- Houseleague Teams
- Itinerant Music Programs
- Scientist in the Schools
- Forest of Reading
- Outdoor Education-Kearney, Hillside
- Artist in the School
- SmartBoards, laptops, iPads
- Knowledge Building
Student Life - Where You Belong
An extensive variety of extra-curricular activities enhances student life at George P. Mackie Jr. P. S. Our staff takes pride in offering a variety of activities beyond the classroom that include:
The Arts: Band, Strings, Vocal, Winter Concert, Guest Artists and Presentations
Clubs: Forest of Reading Club, Learning Commons Team, Games Club, Mackie in Motion, Me to We, Eco Club
Sports: Cross Country, Slo-Pitch, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Flag Football, Track and Field, Co-ed Flag Rugby
What Sets Us Apart
Our Students: G. P. Mackie Jr. P. S. has approximately 140 students who proudly reflect a variety of cultural backgrounds. We represent 17 language groups with the most prevalent first languages being English, Urdu, and Bengali. Our students are known for their strong, co-operative work ethic, good character, and making visitors and new students feel welcome.
Our Staff: G. P. Mackie's dedicated staff is committed to providing a healthy, thriving learning environment which promotes high academic achievement, physical, social and emotional well-being and citizenship. Our staff is known for their high level of commitment to students, diverse skills sets, and willingness to go the extra mile.
Our Parents and Community: Student opportunities are enhanced by the efforts of caring and supportive parents, an active School Council, and many partnerships with community groups and service providers. Together we are Team Mackie!
Parent and Community Engagement
Parent Involvement: Ways in which parents support students include:
- Participating on School Council or with related activities
- Communicating with teachers about their children’s progress
- Volunteering in the classroom, school library, and on excursions
- Coordinating special projects and school events
- Attending parent-teacher interviews
Community Involvement: Partnerships within our community include:
- Toronto Public Health Department, Police Services, Fire Department, and Public Library
- Sight/Sound Clinic
- Terry Fox Foundation
- Royal Canadian Legion
- Sunshine Day Care Holiday Toy and Food Drive
