Sheppard Public SchoolADDRESS: 1430 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON

M3M 2W9PHONE NUMBER: (416) 395-2860EMAIL ADDRESS: Sheppard@tdsb.on.caWEBSITE: http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/sheppardGRADE RANGE: JK to 5

We encourageparents to activelypartner with us We believe very stronglyin early intervention andprovide our studentswith the additionalsupports that they mayneed to reach theirpotential. Parents areencouraged to be activepartners in all aspects oftheir child's education atSheppard Public School.All staff are committedto maximizing thispartnership and toenhancing their ownpractice throughon-going,comprehensiveprofessionaldevelopment. Our focus is onconsistent, clear andon-going communicationwith parents.           

Sheppard Public School is located at Keele Street and SheppardAvenue West across from Downsview Park, Canada's 1stNational Urban Park. The school was officially opened in 1958.More than half of our students speak a primary language otherthan English. Over 35 different languages are spoken. The mostcommon languages spoken are Cantonese, Vietnamese, Tamil,Urdu, Punjabi, Persian, Spanish, Gujarati, Mandarin and Swahili.Many of our students or their parents have immigrated to Canada.This diversity enhances and enriches our school community.

School-wide literacy andnumeracy programsWe ensure a safe and successfullearning environment for all students,staff and community members.through promoting our Code ofConduct and social skills programs. We attend to issues associated withethnoculutral equity and inclusive educational programs thatpromote racial tolerance, understanding and harmony. We are implementing school-wide literacy and numeracyprograms. Our teachers developed school-wide literacy andnumeracy plans. We use assessment data to drivedecision-making and to guide instruction.  Science, social studiesand the arts are integrated across the curriculum.

More Information about Sheppard Public School

Parenting and Family Literacy Centre At Sheppard P.S. we have a very active Parenting Centre.  Parents'caregivers and children ``from babies to 6 years learn and playtogether in their local school.  The Centre has helpful informationabout other community resources, such as housing, health care,dental care, legal and employment services, plus libraries andmore.

Special Education Programs We have 3 self contained special education programs in ourschool.  They are the Kindergarten Intervention Program, thePrimary and Junior Behaviour Mild Intellectual Disability programs.

The Arts at Sheppard To enrich our student's lives with the Arts, not only do we havechoirs and an intinerant vocal music teacher, but we also havemusic, dance, concerts and performances.  We have a visual artiston staff who mentors aspiring artists. We have instrumental musicin our classes and partner with the Hammerband to provide freeviolin lessons to our grade 4s and 5s.

Sports at SheppardSheppard students are incredibly active and the Sheppard Dolphinsrepresent us in various sports tournaments for example basketballand floor hockey.

Additional Features● Bright classrooms● Extra curricular programs● Library and mini computer lab● Safe and caring environment

● Dedicated teachers● Interactive whiteboard technology● Computer Lab● Large school yard and field

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=3246&schoolId=246

Student Life - Where You Belong

    At Sheppard Public School, students are involved in manyextracurricular activities.  All students can participate in theTerry Fox Run and House Leagues.  Our intramural sportsinclude 3-Pitch, Ball Hockey, Baseball, Floor Hockey andSoccer.  We also have school teams in Badminton,Basketball, Cricket, Cross Country, Soccer as well as Trackand Field.  Our clubs focus on art, reading, computers,knitting and games.  At Sheppard we are fortunate to havean itinerant Music Teacher who comes in to our school eachweek to teach three vocal music classes.  InternationalHeritage/Language classes are held one day a week afterschool.

What Sets Us Apart

Sheppard Public School is a medium sized school with aninvolved parent community. It is seen as the "communityschool", where the majority of students live in thecommunity. We have performers who come to our school forspecial assemblies. Imagine a school where learning starts the moment yourchildren walk through the front doors.  Imagine a schoolwhere the principal leads by example. We value your child.  We know that when parents choose aschool for their child, they are looking for caring andsupportive staff that honour the values of the family andprovide a strong academic and creative focus. We provide your children with the individual attention theydeserve and require.  Our caring and talented teacherssupport your child in developing their creative, social andacademic abilities.  Your children will not forget theirteachers. Our commitment to your child is to ensure a safe, nurturinglearning environment in which each student is valued as anindividual and is encouraged to strive for the highest level ofachievement. 

Parent and Community Engagement

Community Builders / CAST for Kids Daycare Centre / Close liaisonwith a number of institutions including York University, the Universityof Toronto (Faculty of Education), George Brown College, and theDelta Family Resource Centre / Use of community facilities includingDownsview Park, Downsview Public Library, York University and theRoyal Ontario Museum / Partnership with the Toronto PoliceDepartment (31 Division) / Parks and Recreation / Public Health/ Toronto Association for Community Living / Collaboration withsocial agencies including Hincks-Dellcrest Centre, Adventure Place,Community Care Access Centre and Geneva Centre / Toronto FireDepartment / Welcome Back Barbeque, Curriculum Night, Kindergarten Information Evening / Our School Council is active inits role as advisor to the Principal. / Parent volunteers assist withfield trips, fundraising and breakfast program.

Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They arecommunity-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety ofopportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices. Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice,access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financialstability.

Contact Information

SCHOOL NAME: Sheppard Public SchoolADDRESS: 1430 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON

M3M 2W9TELEPHONE: (416) 395-2860EMAIL: Sheppard@tdsb.on.ca