Middle School:Grades 7-9.
A Day in The Life at our Middle School
Middle SchoolAcademics & Curriculum
Building on the foundation of inquiry and problem-based learning, the Middle School offers integrated learning opportunities and learning experiences to encourage interdisciplinary understanding, critical, and creative thinking.
Instruction is supported by subject specialists who can provide a depth of knowledge in their areas to help our girls immerse themselves in learning.
Teachers focus on individual attention and enrichment for all learners. Choice, differentiation, and accelerated pathways allow each girl to learn and be challenged in areas that interest them.
The Middle School program supports our students as they grow towards greater independence as learners.
Grades 7-8
– Integrated Studies
– Math
– Science
– French
– Music
– Visual Arts
– Drama and Integrated Arts
– Health and Physical Education
– Technology
– LINC
Grade 9
– English
– Geography
– Civics
– Math
– Science
– French
– Music
– Visual Arts
– Drama
– Health and Physical Education
– Computer Studies
Co-CurricularPrograms
There is a wide variety of co-curricular activities in the Middle School. Some are designed for the Middle School learner, while others integrate students in Grades 7-12.
Co-curricular options span a wide variety of interests from academic-related (math, science, and language clubs), to community affairs (Eco team; Because I Am A Girl), to the arts (Art Club, Choirs, etc.)
While there are tryouts for athletic teams in the Middle School, we aim for full participation, where each girl who wishes to play can find an activity or team to join.
Everyone in the St. Clement’s community – Grade 1s to Grade 12s, staff, and teachers – is assigned to a House: Stuart, Tudor, York, or Windsor.
LINCWell
Far beyond the core curriculum content, a key component of the program at SCS is the development of values, attitudes, and habits towards learning.
This development is supported by our innovative LINCWell (Learning, Individualization, Nurturing, Creativity, and Wellness) approach.
Examples of LINCWell in action in the Middle School include: Healthy Mind Platter, Mindfulness, Brain Science, Breathing Buddies, Mental Health curriculum, and goal setting.
Beyond the Classroom
To develop lifelong learners and girls who will impact the world after their time at St. Clement's, learning doesn't stop at the classroom door.
You'll find Clementines engaged in the community in a variety of ways. Outdoor education and other overnight trips provide students with an opportunity to stretch their skills and support others. Arts classes enjoy some of Toronto's culture with trips to TIFF and other theatre performances. As part of the Civics 9 course, students travel to Ottawa to see democracy first-hand. Our students volunteer in the community around the School: volunteering at a weekly church lunch, planting in community flower gardens, and sorting and packing food for those in need.
Student Leadership
Our students develop leadership skills.
We are committed to providing learning experiences to build skills, and both formal and informal opportunities to apply those skills.
In the Middle School, the elements of leadership are further developed. Students are involved as buddies for new Clementines in Grades 7, 8, and 9; as ‘Breathing Buddies’ in Grade 8; and as team members in cross-grade co-curriciular activities and teams.
Student leadership opportunities are also available as class representatives on the school council.
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Happy Friday, SCS! Enjoy a few more shots from Wednesday’s Terry Fox Run. ❤️💜💚💛 More in Stories!
“At the beginning of every school year, our Prefect Executive, comprised of our School, Arts, House, and Sports Captains, each speak at a full school assembly to share their insights and their advice with our community.” On this week’s #PostcardFromSCS, Principal Perry reflects on their wise words.
Ms Bongard’s Grade 5 Class headed off on a neighbourhood exploration yesterday. From Yonge Street to Eglinton Park, they searched for things connected with government – municipal, provincial, and federal – taking photos as they went and enjoying the beautiful late summer weather.
One more sleep until our Terry Fox Run! Clementines, it’s a non-uniform day - wear your House colours and get ready to run in support of the Terry Fox Foundation! ❤️💛💜💚
Yesterday, Ms Lamont took her Grade 1 class on a neighbourhood walk. The students learned about the natural things that live in the area and took photographs as they went along. They also selected a tree as their tree, which they will return to throughout the school year.
Thank you to the Parents’ Association for organizing this afternoon’s Welcome Fair. Our community had a wonderful time playing carnival games, having their pictures taken in the customized photo booth, eating tasty treats, and more! A great way to kick off the year.
It’s Terry Fox Week at SCS! To kick off a week of activities and in anticipation of our Terry Fox Run on Wednesday, students decorated the halls with running shoes. There is also a "Funds for Fox" table set up in the Front Foyer until September 29!
In celebration of Rosh Hashanah, which commences this evening, Grade 5 Teacher Ms Bongard highlighted some of the ways the holiday is marked, while LINCWell Middle School Counsellor Ms Litman connected several observations about the holiday to feelings around the start of a new school year. Here’s a portion of what they shared with the full community in assembly.
A gorgeous September day meant that the Healthy Active Living Education class could head outside for some flag football! (In other exciting news, this year we also have a new club: Learn to Play Flag Football for Grades 7 & 8!)
Please join St. Clement’s School on Saturday, November 4 for a full-day exploration of issues related to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as we host our next EDI conference for the independent school community. This year’s conference theme is Making Space, Having Grace.
We are committed to encouraging and continuing conversations, exploring and delving more deeply into important issues, and affirming our collective commitment to work towards actionable equity goals in our schools.
We hope you can join us! To register and for more details, visit the link in bio.
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