Administration D. Rowan ................................. Principal A. Van Bochove ................. Vice-Principal A. Nagy ............................ Vice-Principal R. H. King Principal 1922 – 1953 S PECIAL C OMMITMENTS Parents and students are asked to consider the following commitments and to formally indicate agreement by signing a letter of understanding as part of the registration procedure. All Academy students will: • study the school’s compulsory curriculum package as defined in the course calendars available from guidance personnel in January • fulfill the community service requirements of a minimum of 75 hours during their high school career • wear specially designed academy co-ordinates to foster a sense of school spirit and to create a safe atmosphere within which to pursue academic achievement • be required to pay a Student Activity Fee that covers membership and special services related to the co-instructional program.
SPECIAL COMMITMENTS Parents and students are asked to consider the following commitments and to formally indicate agreement by signing a letter of understanding as part of the registration procedure. All Academy students will:
• study the school’s compulsory curriculum package as defined in the course calendars available from guidance personnel in January
• fulfill the community service requirements of a minimum of 75 hours during their high school career
• wear specially designed academy co-ordinates to foster a sense of school spirit and to create a safe atmosphere within which to pursue academic achievement
• be required to pay a Student Activity Fee that covers membership and special services related to the co-instructional program.
TEAMS
Badminton Basketball - Boys’ & Girls’
Cross Country – Co-ed Curling
Field Hockey – Girls’ Flag Football – Girls’ Golf – Boys’ & Girls’
Ice Hockey Team – Boys’ & Girls’ Indoor Soccer Intramurals
Volleyball – Boys’ & Girls’ Weight Training & Fitness
On November 11, 1922, the doors in the arches opened for the first time to admit the students of Scarborough High School, the only high school in the Township at that time. The school became a collegiate in 1930 and was renamed R. H. King Collegiate in 1954 in honour of Dr. R. H. King, the principal for the first thirty-two years. The 1989-90 school year was a landmark for the "arches" as the students of the newly formed R. H. King Academy entered the program. For over eighty-eight years our school has played a prominent role in the education of young Toronto citizens. The outstanding academic and athletic record is a tradition that will continue to flourish. As a student at R. H. King Academy, you will inherit a proud past. The staff welcome you to an exciting educational experience, in your first year, and in your future years here.
“Our mission is to enable all students to achieve their full potential through a well-rounded education, structured by the R. H. King Academy concepts and guided by a commitment to the core values of CARING, STRIVING and SERVING.”
CLUBS
Improv Club Intramurals Jazz Band
Junior Band King Radio
Math Competitions Me to We
Model United Nations Moderns Cafe
Newspaper (Kingsley’s Voice) Programming Robotic Club Science Club
SLR Photography Club String Orchestra
Table Tennis Club Ving Tsun
Video Club / King TV Weight Training
Winter Running Club Women’s Issues / Girl Talk
CLUBS
30 Hour Famine Animated Graphic Design Club
Anime, Manga and Asian Drama Announcement Club
Art Club Breakfast Club
Boys Reading Club Christian Fellowship Club
Creative Writing Debating Club
DECA Club Drama Club
Empowerment Movement Enriched Language Competitions
Film Club Formal Committee
Gay Straight Alliance Glee Choir
Historical Gaming Club Historical Reading Club
High School Emergency Response Team (HSERT)
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES Students at the Academy have many unique opportunities. Key areas are outlined below: SPECIALIZED TIMETABLE
Clinic Periods provide opportunities for individual instruction, enrichment and remediation activities SPECIALIZED PROGRAMMING
Additional Compulsory Courses • provide students with essential computer
literacy skills • includes a values education component • promotes business and technology skills • leadership pathway—focus on We Care, We
Strive, We Serve Independent Study • provides students with the opportunity to
pursue self-directed learning Anecdotal Reporting and Self-Evaluation • requires that students participate in the
evaluation process
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES Students at the Academy have many unique opportunities. Key areas are outlined below: SPECIALIZED TIMETABLE
Clinic Periods provide opportunities for individual instruction, enrichment and remediation activities SPECIALIZED PROGRAMMING
Additional Compulsory Courses • provide students with essential computer
literacy skills • includes a values education component • promotes business and technology skills • leadership pathway—focus on We Care, We
Strive, We Serve Independent Study • provides students with the opportunity to
pursue self-directed learning Anecdotal Reporting and Self-Evaluation • requires that students participate in the
evaluation process
Established Mentor (Teacher Advisor) Program promotes personal support provided by a staff advisor.
Peer Tutoring Program provides tutoring for individual students by senior students under staff supervision
Enhanced Leadership Opportunities - Leadership Groups represents student clubs and provides opportunities that foster leadership development
Personal and Academic Growth Strategies • regular daily use of the student planner
fosters time management skills • motivational workshops are provided by
Student Services and various departments
Unique Image — Uniform Requirements - all students wear a collection of co-ordinates that symbolize King spirit, equality and school safety
Academy Contract - all students and parents affirm their commitment to the school’s policies and programs
KING SAFE SCHOOLS COUNCIL (KSSC) – is responsible for making sure all King events are held in a safe environment. They assist at school events such as Parents Night, Commencement and Awards ceremonies and the Terry Fox Run. KING WELLNESS COUNCIL (KWC) – King’s newest council and has been very well received. Their mandate is to develop and promote self esteem through individual lifelong activities. These include such things as aerobics, weights, yoga, Pilates, stability balls, learn to swim and much more! The KWC aims to give students an opportunity to get involved in lifelong wellness. Future initiatives include helping to organize and promote the annual Terry Fox Run. KING YEARBOOK (KYB) – is comprised of many dedicated and hardworking students who strive to make our school yearbook, The Bluff, a success. Photographers for The Bluff are also required to meet every week to ensure that all the events held at King are covered.
KING GRADE NINE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (KNC) – provides leadership opportunities for grade nine students. During our weekly meetings we develop leadership skills through a series of workshops. This council also is responsible for the school sign, activity calendar, assists with the Graduate Luncheon and other special events. All grade 9 students are encouraged to apply for this council. KING NUTRITION & FOOD COUNCIL (KNFC) – is a new leadership council at R. H. King Academy. The focus of this council will be on the development of a healthy lifestyle. Some events they will organize are a Breakfast Club, nutritious food sales and possibly a Nutrition Week. KING STUDENT COUNCIL (KSC) – is responsible for managing the student activity budget and organizing various school wide activities. All students at R. H. King Academy elect members of this council to their positions. KING SENIOR LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (KSLC) – is comprised of senior leadership students who will be responsible for organizing the annual “Junior Leadership Conference”, along with other school events.
FEATURES THAT ENHANCE
PROGRAMS
At R. H. King Academy, there are over 550 computers available to students and they have access to many facilities that enhance their program at the School. These labs are connected to the TDSB network, offering access to the shared resources and at the same time giving students safe Internet access. Most labs are equipped with teacher monitoring software to provide a safe digital learning environment. COMPUTER LABS – There are six computer labs for Computer and Business Studies related courses. Students can utilize these labs during non-teaching periods through the Business and Computer Departments. We are also excited to offer an internationally recognized CISCO certification program through the Computer Science Department. Additionally, English, Math, and Special Education Departments offer a number of mini-labs throughout the School, not to mention the Geography Department having GIS (Geographic Information System) capabilities.
The Technology and Visual Arts Departments use computers and special design software as “tools” for design and process applications.
CROSS-CURRICULAR COMPUTER LAB – Our fully equipped computer labs include projectors and Smart board technology for teachers and students. Computers are connected to a wealth of TDSB and Knowledge Ontario databases and digital encyclopedia for student research. Software applications and special programs contribute to research as a dynamic process of learning and helps students integrate technology and digital literacy into their research and presentations. Printing is available from all labs.
KING LEADERSHIP PATHWAY (KLPC) – is a leadership council which is open to students in our leadership pathway. They will act as ambassadors to our feeder schools and will assist feeder school projects and events. KLPC SR. – provides opportunities for senior leadership students to serve our local schools using the skills they have developed throughout the program. Each year they will decide on an initiative to educate and empower elementary students. They will also act as mentors, advisors and ambassadors for the Leadership Program. KING MUSIC COUNCIL (KMC) – promotes musical events at King. We organize and perform in events such as the “Winter Wonderland” concert, the annual “Arts Assembly”, the “Chamber Music Night” concert and so much more. KING EQUITY COUNCIL (KEQC) – This council is based upon the principles of diversity and equity. Initiatives include: promoting diversity, providing equal opportunity to everyone, fighting discrimination and addressing human identities with respect to gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability and class. Student members strive to be model leaders in social justice. KEQC looks to plan such events as the Black History Month assembly. International Women’s Week, Aboriginal Month and the Positive Space campaign are some of the other things this council addresses. KING INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL (KIC) – strives to strengthen the cultural diversity that makes up our school. We celebrate the pride in knowing that King reflects the multiculturalism that shapes Canada. We encourage all students to become members of our council. KING LIBRARY COUNCIL (KLC) – assists with the circulation of materials in the library and the maintenance of a comfortable environment for students and staff. We also organize the annual poetry contest.
LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTRE - A resource-based program in the library ensures that students learn about the process of inquiry and research. Students learn to select information, evaluate it, and transfer the information to school assignments. Critical thinking skills and the ethical use of information are explored as students are taught proper methods of citation and referencing. All computers in the Library have Internet access and a photocopier is available. Seminar rooms provide meeting spaces for student activities. Our fiction and non-fiction collection is current and in demand. The Library supports our sustained reading program, King Reads, with a variety of print materials including three daily newspapers and a selection of magazines. Literacy support, creative writing opportunities and the student newspaper are all supported by our Library team.
SPECIAL TECHNOLOGY LAB - The Technology Department uses the computer as a “vehicle” during design and process activities, as well as for activities in the introduction of computer hardware. Project designs (CAD and CNC) activities, procedures, and visual information are produced by students using applications software. Research activities are conducted using Internet access. Students are introduced to robotics through introductory programming for our robots as well as simulation software. Software is also used alongside scan tools for diagnosis in transportation technology and to research the specifications of various components used on transportation devices.
LEADERSHIP PATHWAY – The Leadership pathway is designated as a Specialized Program by the T.D.S.B. It provides students opportunities to enhance and build their leadership potential on a personal, in school and community level.
KING COURT REPRESENTATIVES (KCR) – are King’s prefect group. We organize administrative related events such as Awards Night, Parents Night, Grade Nine Orientation and Commencement. KING DRAMA COUNCIL (KDC) – plans upcoming events, maintains props and costumes for the Drama Studio and enjoys a wide variety of dramatic activities. Each year at least one school play is produced. To become an executive member one year of experience is required as a general member. KING ENVIRONMENT COUNCIL (KEC) – is responsible for the recycling program and beautification projects around the school. New members are always welcome. KING PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL (KPLC) – This council is comprised of a representative from each of the school councils and meets with the principal each month to discuss the plans and events they are involved in. KING ATHLETIC COUNCIL (KAC) – is a student leadership council that promotes school spirit as well as healthy active living. Meetings are held to organize intramural events, which are held throughout the week. Members assist coaches with paperwork, scoring, timing and equipment set up for home games. KING COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT COUNCIL (KCIC) – promotes student interaction between the school and local community by holding several fundraisers throughout the year. This council was established to create and spread the awareness of why one should be involved with volunteering in their community. All students are welcome.
SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR (SHSM) - R. H. King Academy is offering a package of credits in the senior grades that leads to a Specialist High Skills Major in Arts and Culture designation on their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This program offers our students the exclusive opportunity to gain credits in any of the arts, with the senior arts focus on Arts Management, Theatre Tech & Design and Play Development culminating in a community play. Students will also receive extensive experiential education with professionals in the field, as well as industry recognized certifications. Some of our prestigious partners are: The Luminato Festival, Centennial College, the Shaw Festival, City of Toronto – Parks and Recreation, Young Centre for the Arts and University of Toronto to name a few. The SHSM is available to all students and credits are applicable for pathways; university, college and workplace. Students will also receive extensive co-op experience with professionals in the field, as well as earn a dual credit from Centennial College. The City of Toronto, Parks & Recreation, the Shaw Festival, Cliffhanger Productions, Centennial College and the University of Toronto are just some of our prestigious partners. The SHSM is available to all students. Credits are applicable for all pathways.
ACADEMY LEADERSHIP GROUPS
Leadership Councils provide special services and programs for R. H. King Academy students. Their focus is on the entire school. The school leaders, who are members of these councils, meet on a regular basis to organize events, activities and projects that are open to all students for the purpose of education or entertainment. Students involved in coordinating, planning or facilitating these services and programs work under the guidance of staff advisors and an elected or appointed student executive. Leadership training for themselves and others is also part of the responsibility of these groups.
ACADEMY LEADERSHIP GROUPS
Leadership Councils provide special services and programs for R. H. King Academy students. Their focus is on the entire school. The school leaders, who are members of these councils, meet on a regular basis to organize events,
activities and projects that are open to all students for the purpose of education or entertainment. Students involved in coordinating, planning or facilitating these services and programs work under the guidance of staff advisors and an elected or appointed student executive. Leadership training for themselves and others is also part of the responsibility of these groups.
