“Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able, of themselves, to impart purpose and direction to their lives.”
- Rudolf Steiner
“Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able, of themselves, to impart purpose and direction to their lives.”
- Rudolf Steiner*
The approach of the da Vinci school is inspired by Waldorf education. As we are a public school we also follow the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum. Our teachers are not Waldorf trained, but we endeavour to follow the teachings of Rudolf Steiner.
11/29/2023
Are you interested in the TDSB Alternative Schools? da Vinci School is a p***c elementary alternative school inspired by Waldorf principles. Join us for an open house and tour to learn more about what da Vinci has to offer. https://fb.me/e/8oyCH8WT0
11/18/2022
Some works hanging in the hallways.
11/18/2022
Happy parent teacher conference day!
This is just a quick reminder of our park play date this Saturday at Margaret Farley Park (100 Brunswick Ave) starting at 2pm. We hope you can all make it!
A number of parents have reached out looking for advice to help make the transition to school smooth for their little ones. This will be a great place to get some ideas in terms of what the school day looks like and ways we can help our children adjust and become comfy and secure.
Hope to see everyone there and if there are questions, just let us know!
Best,
Janerae and Kate
02/02/2019
https://www.facebook.com/316489315054055/posts/2037594679610168/
When You Worry Too Much: 21 Books to Help Kids Overcome Anxiety, Worry, and Fear The top books on helping kids overcome anxiety and worry for children, teens, and parents.
Emergency Town Hall Meeting on Education on February 11 at Huron St. Jr. PS. 6:30-8:00. There will be food and childcare, several speakers, and then breakout sessions as we talk about how we can work together as a community to stand up for a robust public education system. RSVP: [email protected]
I wanted to make sure you all know about the first GTA Parent Council Meeting happening this coming Monday.
We are all invited to come and discuss how parents, teachers, education workers and community members can work together to save (and strengthen) public education.
When: Monday, January 25th at 5pm
Where: A Different Booklist 777-779 Bathurst Street.
There will be onsite childcare.
Come. Spread the word.
12/19/2018
What Happens to Student Behavior When Schools Prioritize Art Sir Ken Robinson and Lou Aronica explain how a school redistributed funds to bring back arts education and saw student behavior improve dramatically.
11/14/2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGmADfU5HGU
Dr. Gabor Maté: Consequences of Stressed Parenting Dr. Gabor Maté talks about the link between stressed parenting and the preponderance of childhood disorders like ADHD, autism and oppositional defiant disord...
10/30/2018
Med Students Who Make Time for Art Have More Empathy New research confirms that medical students with greater exposure to the arts and humanities have better empathy, emotional intelligence, and wisdom.
08/27/2018
September is coming
Texas School Beats ADHD by Tripling Recess Time While most school districts across the country are cutting back on recess time and ramping up the Ritalin, one Texas school has kindergartners and first graders sitting still and “incredibly attentive.” What’s their secret? Their recess time has tripled. Instead of 20 minutes of recess per day...