Knob Hill Public SchoolADDRESS: 25 Seminole Ave, Scarborough, ON

M1J 1M8PHONE NUMBER: (416) 396-6415EMAIL ADDRESS: KnobHill@tdsb.on.caWEBSITE: http://schools.tdsb.on.ca/knobhillGRADE RANGE: JK to 8

Model Schools forInner CitiesProgram (MSIC)As a school participatingin the MSIC Program,our staff is committed todeveloping InnovativeTeaching & Learningpractices through ourProfessional LearningCommunities.  We striveto be the heart of ourcommuity by buildingpartnerships andproviding our parentswith informationsessions that areplanned based on ayearly survey.  OurNutrition Programand various athleticsand arts-basedclubs are some of theways we support theSocial, Emotional andPhysical Needs of ourstudents. 

Knob Hill Public School is a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school withapproximately 500 students and 50 staff from over 30 countriesand speaking 20 different languages. Since the brick building waserected in 1956, there have been several changes. In 2011,interior renovations gave us brighter, more modern learningspaces. Along with our newly designed library, there is a smallcommunity room where parents are able to access a parentlending library and a computer. Our Full DayKindergarten classrooms are bright and inviting for our youngestlearners, and our new Grade 7/8 suite is modern and houses atechnology lab. When the lab is ready, students will  use tools andmachines to integrate technology with literacy, math, science andthe arts.

Knob Hill Public SchoolMission StatementOur Mission Statement wasco-created with student, parent andstaff input. We gathered ideas fromeach group, drafted a few differentstatements and chose this one as thebest representation of our ideas and goals. Knob Hill Public School is a place where we recognize andrespect our similarities and differences. We are partners increating a safe, student-centered environment that is relevantto the needs of every learner and equips them with theacademic, social, and leadership skills needed to becomecontributing members of a global society.

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Education for AllAll of our students will develop the literacy, numeracy and criticalthinking skills that are necessary for future success.  In addition toproviding instruction for various learning styles, somestudents receive support in one of our Special Education Programsor in an English Language Learning classroom.  We are committedto monitoring the success of all students.  

Build Character, Build SuccessCharacter Education is an integral part of developing the wholechild. The TDSB's ten character attributes are embedded inteaching units and classroom discussions, re-inforced on ourannouncements and in our daily interactions, and recognized in ourmonthly assemblies and newsletters.  Developing strong characterin our students now is important for their future!

NumeracyTeachers have been focused on building a common understandingof comprehensive numeracy instruction. Our goal is to engagechildren in problem solving activities that promote a deeperunderstanding of mathematical concepts, skills, and strategies.Students have been learning how to effectively communicate theirmathematical thinking in a variety of activities.

LiteracyTeachers have been focused on building a common understandingof comprehensive literacy instruction. Our goal is to become more intentional with our instruction and assessment practices in order toimprove every student’s ability to engage in critical thinking aboutthe ideas presented in texts and to develop their ability tocommunicate effectively in a variety of ways.

Additional Features● Nutrition Program● Mobile Computer Labs (2)● Community Support Worker● Parenting & Family Literacy Centre

● Wireless Internet Access● Hearing & Vision Clinic● Settlement Worker● YMCA School Age Daycare

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=4612&schoolId=1190

Student Life - Where You Belong

Our committment to educating the whole child means thatstudents at Knob Hill P.S. have opportunities to participate ina variety of activities throughout the year. We start off ouryear with our Grades 1-8 students participating in CrossCountry and end with their involvement in Track & Field.Other athletic teams for our Grades 5-8 students includebasketball, volleyball, soccer, cricket, and ultimate football. Our Grades 1-3 students are offered intramurals at lunchand kilometre club at recess.  Our students also have the opportunity to take part in one ofour arts-focused clubs such as dance club,folkdancing, or choir.Students explore social justice, global citizenship andleadership with Eco Club, Boyz 2 Men, andChangemakers.  

What Sets Us Apart

We believe that our shared commitment toward equity ineducation and culturally relevant and responsive teachingand learning is one of the special characteristics of ourschool. All of the educators at Knob Hill share a commondesire to effect positive change for our students by helpingthem to develop both the academic skills and charactertraits necessary for overall success. As an MSICschool, we pride ourselves in having a shared sense ofmoral purpose - which leads us to continuously strive toimprove our practice and provide students with instructionthat is not only effective, but is also meaningful andrelevant. We believe that the authentic relationships thatexist within the building between staff and students is whattruly sets us apart. "Students First" is the motto that drivesour decision making. This philosophy guides us in ourendeavour to provide our students with learning experiencesthat lead to personal growth and academic success.

Parent and Community Engagement

Knob Hill has a number of partnerships to support our students andtheir families.  Two of our most popular partnerships are withSettlement and Education Partnerships in Toronto (SEPT) and ourParenting and Family Literacy Centre (PFLC). SEPT supports uswith an assigned settlement worker to assist newcomers to Canada,and our PFLC serves our youngest community members (babies to6 years old) and their parents. Community Volunteers, TeacherCandidates from faculties of education, and Co-operative EducationStudents also provide assistance to our students and teachers.Our 2016/2017 School Council is active with several parentsattending our meetings.  They are enthusiastically planning activitiesto bring our families together so they can connect with and supporteach other.

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: Knob Hill Public SchoolADDRESS: 25 Seminole Ave, Scarborough, ON

M1J 1M8TELEPHONE: (416) 396-6415EMAIL: KnobHill@tdsb.on.ca