George S Henry Academy

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Specialist High Skills Majors

GSHA has three Specialist High Skills Majors (SHSM) available. We have an Environmental SHSM, a Health & Wellness SHSM, and a Hospitality and Tourism SHSM. These programs provide students with certifications and experiences that will give them advanced standing as they prepare to enter a post-secondary program or employment. Students are also provided with a work experience opportunity through our Cooperative Education Program. Students choose a placement based on their SHSM sector.

George S Henry Academy's Mission Statement

At George S. Henry Academy, we are committed to creating a safe and healthy learning environment that will nurture, motivate and enable our students to develop into responsible, contributing participants in their education and promote unity in our diverse, global society. Our programs will guide students through cooperative interactive activities that emphasize student acquisition of knowledge, and democratic values in a multicultural setting.

George S. Henry Academy is a community full of energy, enthusiasm and fun that promotes a growth mindset. The school provides extensive co-curricular offerings which focus on the development and well-being of the individual. Our efforts focus on the importance of knowing each student as an individual, and monitoring them as they develop their academic, social and leadership capabilities.

A+ STEM

The A+ STEM program is designed for students interested in careers involving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students accepted into this program will have access to specialized courses with an enriched curriculum. They will also have opportunities to visit various workplaces, professional organizations, and post-secondary institutions.

Henry has also fostered unique relationships with the Fields Institute at U of T and the Association of Professional Engineers of Ontario (APEO).

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Elite Business Program

When students graduate from High School, statistics show that the number one post-secondary program students apply to, and accept, is Business Administration.

Whether you would like to study Business at College or University, George S. Henry Academy can help you get there with our Elite Business Program.

Students have access to many diverse business courses including:

Introduction to Business
Marketing
Accounting
Business Management
International Business
Economics

Technology

New technologies are being developed at a rapid pace, and digital literacy is an important skill that students need to master. In order to prepare our students for a digital world, we offer the following technology based courses:
• Computer Technology
• Digital Photography
• Television Production
• Multimedia
• Computer Science

Artistic Diversity

The Arts can be an excellent way to enrich your education while studying at George S. Henry Academy. We offer a variety of different Arts courses to our students that are suitable for all skill levels.

Our Arts students often get to show off their skills to the school and community during Musical Performances, School Plays, Dance Showcases, and Art Shows.

We offer the following Arts Courses:

Dance
Drama
Directors Craft
Music (String Instruments and Concert Band Instruments)
Guitar
Recording Studio
Visual Arts
Indigenous Art

Athletics and Intramurals

If you love sports and all things athletic, George S. Henry Academy is the place for you. Whether you are a superstar athlete, or you would like to try a sport for the first time, we have a program that will suit your needs. “Something for everybody” is the G.S.H.A. Athletics Motto.

George S. Henry Academy also has a rich intramural program. The intramural program is a low commitment activity schedule that takes place before school, during lunch, and after school. Students can participate in a variety of different activities suitable for all ability levels.

Additional Features

Henry Gear: School Uniform
Henry Elite Athlete Team (H.E.A.T.)
International Student Program

Student Life - Where You Belong

GO TEAM

George S Henry is a community full of energy, enthusiasm, laughter and fun. Although teaching and learning are at the centre of the our education, the school provides extensive co-curricular offerings which focus on the development and well-being of the individual. Our efforts focus on the importance of knowing each student as an individual and mentoring and monitoring them as they develop their academic, social and leadership capabilities. Through formal school programs and student-led initiatives, students learn valuable lessons often times with older students mentoring younger ones, and create special friendships and connections. Students are always encouraged to try new things and investigate new interests or ideas.

WHAT SETS US APART

Taking care of the Environment is a major part of life for students that attend George S. Henry Academy. For more than a decade we have been recognized as a Gold level Eco-school. Three times we have achieved the Platinum Eco-school level.

Our student-led Green Team oversees our schools recycling and composting programs, they help maintain our 1 256 square foot community garden, they help raise money for eco-causes, they develop and market organic lip balm, and they stage plays at Elementary schools to promote environmental awareness.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

We maintain and enhance partnerships between home, school, the community and staff. Throughout the year, our active parent council hosts a variety of special events that bring the community together, such as graduation requirements or scholarship information for parents. We encourage parents to get involved in the exciting opportunities that students will encounter in their high school years and beyond.