Rawlinson Community School

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Success at Rawlinson Community School

The academic success and social emotional growth of our students drives all of our initiatives. We encourage a Growth Mindset which promotes positive self reflection and resiliency. Rawlinson`s teaching incorporates various practices including: inquiry-based learning, differentiated instruction and Three-Part math lessons. In addition, we work with our parents and community to support every child`s learning journey.

We are very proud to be an Eco-school. This year, our commitment is to greening and beautifying our outdoor environment. Our parents have led weeding and planting initiatives in the front gardens of our school. Our Eco Teacher Leaders have organized a Rawlinson schedule for classes to rotate throughout the year to clean the school yard. The students are provided with tongs to collect the debris. We are demonstrating our pride in our school and community. We have also started "Wasteless Wednesdays". Students and staff are encouraged to bring a waste less lunch. Students are also asked to bring a reusable spoon for our snack program

Rawlinson Community School's Mission Statement

We at Rawlinson ROCK IT! ROCK IT represents: Respect, Own It, Cooperate and Kindness.

Ecole Communautaire Rawlinson Community School, officially opened in 1921. The school`s original bell is proudly displayed in our front foyer. We serve over 700 students in our triple track school. Rawlinson offers an English program for students from JK to Grade 8; an Early French Immersion program for students from SK to Grade 8; and an Extended French program for students in Grades 4 to Grade 8.

A City of Toronto Daycare Centre is housed within Rawlinson. We also have Learning Enrichment Foundation Before and After school child care, for students in Kindergarten to Grade 5. In addition, we have St. Alban`s Girl`s and Boy`s Club after care program.Community programs at the school include a TDSB-sponsored International Languages Program, where students in Kindergarten to Grade 8 can learn Spanish and Greek, after school. We also have after-school tutoring offered at no cost by On Your Mark, for students of Spanish and Portuguese origin.

Positive School Climate

Rawlinson is committed to all students, staff and parents with a focus on maintaining a positive school climate through mental health and well being. An integral part of our school climate is our ROCK IT philosophy integrated with our School`s Code of Conduct. Rawlinson`s Code of Conduct:

I am here to learn. I am responsible for my actions.
I keep my hands, feet and objects to myself.
I speak, behave and treat others with respect.
I solve problems in a peaceful manner and ask for help when I need it.
I take care of the Rawlinson community and help keep it clean.

More Information About Rawlinson Community School

Student Leadership and Support

We know that students who are successful experience support and opportunity in and out of the classroom: House Captains, Mental Health &Wellness Leaders, Eco Club, Rat Pack, and Me to We provide students with opportunities to learn about and demonstrate leadership. All of our students are expected to be responsible for their learning and demonstrate respect for others.

Fitness and Community Involement

Every year, we participate in Jump Rope for Heart and we have a school wide Terry Fox run. Our students and families are also committed to the 50K Club.

Nutrition is important

Our Snack/Morning Meal program ensures that students have nutritious morning food. We are subsidized by the Toronto Foundation for Student Success.

Le francais partout!

Rawlinson houses an Early French Immersion and Extended French Program.The program offers our children the opportunity to learn in a second language and to immerse and explore other French cultures. English is introduced in Grade 3 for French Immersion students and continued in Grade 4 for Extended French students.Transportation is provided for students as per TDSB policy.

Student Life - Where You Belong

GO TEAM

Our Rawlinson students are actively engaged in a variety of activities. These activities range from inter school sports, mental health and wellness initiatives, ECO club, community service, art initiatives, music and technology.

Students showcase their skills, leadership and commitment by participating in tournaments, competitions, annual concerts, talent shows and by organizing fundraising events.

WHAT SETS US APART

Students enjoy many opportunities which develop their musical talents through African drumming, Steel Pan, Choir, Orff and movement. Our Arts in Education brings in artists and artisans from various agencies and disciplines. The context is art and the focus is intercultural awareness and celebration.

PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Our School Advisory Council raises funds for various enrichment programs, subsidies for field trips, Arts in Education, and other school endeavors.

We have partnerships with: Oakwood Collegiate, University of Toronto; Oakwood Library, Toronto Foundation for Student Success; businesses who support our school's fundraising initiatives; and Ontario Institute of Studies, University of Toronto.