Eastdale Collegiate Institute

Eastdale Collegiate Institute
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Key Skills at
Eastdale - School
to Future Focus
We emphasize three key
skills development areas
critical for success in
school, employment and
life-long learning:
1) Academic Skills:
Developing functional
literacy and numeracy
skills critical for success.
2) Social Skills:
Developing positive
attitudes, interpersonal
relations, responsibility,
communication and
cooperation.
3) Employability Skills:
Team-work,
problem-solving, career
exploration, resume
writing, interview, and
time management skills.
701 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON
M4M 1Y4
(416) 393-9630
Eastdale@tdsb.on.ca
9 to 12
Eastdale is a small learning community characterized by its safe,
inclusive and encouraging environment. Small classes and our
supportive and caring staff ensure that students are recognized
for their individual needs, abilities and achievements. We are a
culturally diverse community of learners with a focus on
employability skills and students from across the city are
welcome.
Diploma and Certificate Program:Over half of our students are
working toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or
Certificate. Eastdale offers a full range of Grade 9 and 10 courses
at both the Locally Developed and Applied level. There are Grade
11 and 12 courses at both the Workplace and College level
preparing students for either jobs or post-secondary.
Special Education - MID
Program
Students with an exceptionality of
MID (Mild Intellectual Disability) are
part of Eastdale’s Special Education
MID Program. Our focus is to
prepare students for independent
living, further education or transition
to the workplace. Classes focus on functional literacy (reading,
writing, oral communication), functional numeracy (banking,
budgeting), independent living (meal preparation, household
chores, self-care) and interpersonal skills. Students gain
work-related skills through Hairstyling, Hospitality, and
Communication Technology Programs. Students are offered TTC
Training in combination with Co-operative Education and
Community Service.
More Information about Eastdale Collegiate Institute
Hairstyling and Aesthetics Program
A Hairstyling and Aesthetics Program is now open at Eastdale with
the latest in equipment for teaching hairstyling, make-up and nail
care techniques. Students will learn fundamental skills that can be
used in a salon and can practice these skills through Co-operative
Education placements. The students will learn about a variety of
employment opportunities.
Co-Operative Education
Co-operative Education is offered to students in both the Credit and
MID program. It is a unique program which integrates classroom
studies with practical experience in the world of work. Students are
placed with an employer on a half or full day schedule in an area of
work that interests them. Students earn credits as they gain skills
to transition to the workforce.
Hospitality and Foods
Eastdale has a professional industry standard kitchen where
students learn food preparation, health and safety practices, menu
planning, and customer service. Students prepare lunch for the
cafeteria and provide catering at community special events.
Produce from the RoofTop garden is used in the hospitality program
and students practice their skills in co-op placements.
Communication Technology
Students learn basic computer keyboarding and software
applications related to Communications and the Printing Industry.
Eastdale takes orders from other schools and organizations for
such materials as booklets, banners, brochures, posters, cards,
t-shirts, notepads and newsletters. Students gain valuable work
experience in producing professional quality items.
Additional Features
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Continous Intake Co-Op (CIC)
Credit Recovery and Credit Rescue
Student Nutrition Program
Boys' & Girls' Groups
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Focus on Success Program
Visual and Media Arts
Intramural & Team Athletics
Outdoor Education Program
For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=5705&schoolId=1309
Student Life - Where You Belong
Eastdale teachers are committed to offering a variety of
co-curricular activities both at lunch and after school to meet
the needs of our students. Our Physical Education
Program encourages all students to get involved. We
offer intramurals at lunch time as well as school teams
(Eastdale Eagles) who compete against other schools in
such sports as basketball, soccer, cross-country, track and
field and badminton.
The Eastdale Ambassadors are student leaders who assist
at school events plus take on a local and global community
service project as part of Me to We. Our Wilderness
Activity Group meets weekly and learns skills in order to
participate in a fall hiking trip, a winter camping trip in
Algonquin Park, and a hiking trip on the Bruce Peninsula. At
lunch time we have a Fun Club, Boys2Men, Pet Club,
and Young Womens' Group. Eastdale is a Gold
EcoSchool and has a student Environmental Club
responsible for the recycling program and "greening" the
school community. An Assembly in the fall lets students
know what clubs are availale and all students are
encouraged to join and get involved.
What Sets Us Apart
Students appreciate our small class sizes, individual
support, and safe and caring environment. We focus on
providing academic, social and employability skills for
success in the 21st century. We provide "hands on " project
based learning so the students see the connection between
classroom and the world of work. For students who arrive at
Eastdale behind in their credit accumulation we offer both
Credit Rescue and Credit Recovery so students can catch
up on their credits. An accepting and positive atmoshere
encourages students who previously might not have been
successful in school.
Eastdale has an 11000 square foot RoofTop which, through
a partnership with FoodShare, has become one of the best
"green" spaces in Toronto. The School GrownRoofTop is an
urban market garden with fruits and vegetables, an event
space, outdoor cafe, and indoor classroom for workshops.
Food grown on the RoofTop by students is used in the
Hospitality Program, sold to community markets and local
restaurants.
Parent and Community Engagement
Community partnerships:
FoodShare is a non-profit organization. Foodshare staff collaborate
with our teachers to mentor and provide hands-on learning
experience for our students and create employment opportunities
through the RoofTop garden.
Peacebuilders International is non-profit organization partnered
with Eastdale. It incorporates restorative practices into the
classrooms in the form of Circles to teach communication skills and
resolve conflicts.
Pathways to Education Program is a community
program which supports students from the Regent Park and Moss
Park communities through mentorship and a tutoring program.
New Leaf Yoga provides yoga classes to help students deal with
stress and build a healthy self-esteem.
School Council meets several times a year to share information
and provide workshops in response to the needs of Eastdale
parents and guardians.
TDSB - Better Schools. Brighter Futures
Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They are
community-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety of
opportunities 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 financial
stability.
Contact Information
SCHOOL NAME: Eastdale Collegiate Institute
ADDRESS:
701 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON
M4M 1Y4
TELEPHONE:
(416) 393-9630
EMAIL:
Eastdale@tdsb.on.ca
http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=5705&schoolId=1309