Greenland Public SchoolADDRESS: 15 Greenland Rd, North York, ON

M3C 1N1PHONE NUMBER: (416) 395-2500EMAIL ADDRESS: Greenland@tdsb.on.caWEBSITE: http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/greenlandGRADE RANGE: JK to 5

Outdoor Classroom Greenland views all ofits lush, outdoor spaceas learning areas but weare particularly proud ofour outdoor classroom.It is located in ourbeautiful courtyard,which opens into theschool and is locatednear our Full DayKindergartenclassrooms. Throughoutthe year, FDK to Grade5 students access thesensory garden,plant and participate inlearning centres relatedto Eco Literacy, MathLiteracy and Art. In thecolder months studentshelp transform it into a"Winter Wonderland". Itis a space we treasureand enjoy. 

Learning Together at Greenland.

Greenland is a small, neighbourhood school with a truecommunity feeling. Our goal is to create a safe, stimulating andinclusive environment where all students pursue excellencethrough balanced and challenging programs.  Greenland is amulticultural school that reflects the diversity of Toronto. We havetwo on-site childcare facilities: Playhouse Daycare and GRASPBefore and After School Program. The staff andparents/guardians at our school value education and share astrong commitment to providing a caring andrespectful atmosphere. We offer a variety of extra-curricularactivities including sports teams, the Ambassadors' Program,Chess and Art Clubs and K-Kids. Greenland is a great place forlearning and growing together!

A Brief History of GreenlandGreenland Public School islocated south of Lawrence Ave. andeast of Don Mills Rd. It was openedin 1956 as part of Don Mills, the firstplanned community in Toronto. Greenland's roots can be traced toearly pioneers who settled in thisarea. A building bee was organized to build the first Don School amile north of Lawrence Ave., on Don Mills Rd. in 1837. Thesecond and third schools were built on the northeast corner ofDon Mills and Lawrence. As more families moved into the areamore schools were needed. Greenland School was organized inSeptember 1955.

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GREENLAND CARESGreenland students are committed to giving back to theircommunity.  Every year they raise money for a number of worthycauses, including the Terry Fox Run, Jump Rope for Heart.We also care about the environment. As a certified Eco School andsupported by our Eco Club, students are committed to reducingwaste and conserving energy.

Student Council and Giving Back to the CommunityOur active Student Council provides many opportunities within theschool for student leadership and voice. At our school we enjoyparticipating in Spirit Days, Pizza Days and Bake Sales. We lookforward to giving back to the community by participating in initiativessuch as Bags2Schools, Toy Drives and Food Drives.

SCHOOL COUNCIL - Supporting Student SuccessOur School Council has an enthusiastic, committed executive andactive parent members. It provides advice and the parentperspective to the school principal.Members bring our community together by organizing fundraisingevents, such as Craft Night, The Talent Show and Pizza Lunches.Proceeds buy resources and fund events to enrich the schoolexperience for students.

BEING THE BEST THAT WE CAN BEGreenland is committed to helping students become the best theycan be by enhancing character development and modelling mutuallyrespectful relationships. Leadership opportunities help our studentslearn the importance of being responsible and we celebrate theiracademic growth, achievement and positive behaviour andattitudes, in our monthly assemblies. 

Additional Features● Scientists in the School● Family Literacy & Math Nights● Student Clubs e.g., Chess/Art/Eco● Student Council

● Early Reading Intervention● Junior Mentoring Opportunities● IntraMurals

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=3150&schoolId=150

Student Life - Where You Belong

Students at Greenland are engaged in learning all day,every day. Our teachers help make the curriculum comealive. Students also learn from a variety of visiting expertssuch as scientists, authors and performing artists. Theyhave enjoyed hands-on science with Scientists in Schoolsand watching Prologues. There are opportunities for studentleadership through Student Council, the Eco-Club, includingOffice Helpers and Student Announcers.  OurJunior students also provide support to younger studentsthrough Reading Buddies and as Full Day KindergartenLunchroom Helpers.Excursions to the Don Mills Public Library, ROM, RoyThomson Hall, Forest Valley Outdoor Education Centre andthe Toronto Zoo, provide students with the opportunity toenhance their understanding of the curriculum material.

What Sets Us Apart

Our small size is our strength. The bonds we form with eachother as a community provide a strong and nurturingenvironment for students. Students learn best when theyfeel safe and respected. At Greenland students learn withthe knowledge that everyone at Greenland CARES abouttheir feelings and about their success. Our staff is committed to continued professional growth.Teachers meet regularly to support each other and discussways to enhance student learning. We also have anexcellent collection of Literacy  and Numeracy materials anda well utilized computer lab as well as ipads for eachclassroom to use.Student learning is enriched by all the wonderfulopportunities at Greenland. We are proud of the range ofactivities available at our school. From Cross-Country,Basketball the Chess Club, Office Helpers, StudentCouncil, Choir and Ukulele students are encouraged toexplore their interests and develop new skills.  At Greenland, we are committed to providing students withan enriching educational experience and memories to last alifetime.

Parent and Community Engagement

Through phone calls, student agenda, newsletters, conferencesetc., teachers and parents/guardians discuss and share currenthappenings in the classroom. Our doors are always open to discuss curriculum and student progress. We believe that a solidhome/school partnership enhances student learning and growth.At Greenland, parents/guardians, community volunteerscollaboratively with our staff to support student learning. Whether itis reading with a grade one student, shelving library books, servingpizza at Pizza Lunches, or escorting students on a trip to theToronto Zoo, we value all our volunteers. Members of the Greenlandcommunity are always willing to lend a hand. They help makeGreenland a special place in which to learn. 

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: Greenland Public SchoolADDRESS: 15 Greenland Rd, North York, ON

M3C 1N1TELEPHONE: (416) 395-2500EMAIL: Greenland@tdsb.on.ca