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'''David Suzuki Secondary School''' is an [[institution]] located in [[Brampton]], [[Ontario]], [[Canada]]. The school is named after Canadian environmental activist [[David Suzuki]]<ref name="SuzukiVisit">{{cite news|url=http://www.bramptonguardian.com/article/1247507--david-suzuki-visits-school|title=David Suzuki Visits School|date=19 November 2011|publisher=[[Brampton Guardian]]|accessdate=21 April 2012}}</ref> In association with the [[Credit Valley Conservation Authority]], the school offers the Ontario curriculum in a program that is rich in environmental studies and models sustainable practices.<ref name="SuzukiVisit" /> The school is also distinguished by the high level of computer technology available in school and utilized in classes.
'''David Suzuki Secondary School''' is an [[institution]] located in [[Brampton]], [[Ontario]], [[Canada]]. The school is named after Canadian environmental activist [[David Suzuki]]<ref name="SuzukiVisit">{{cite news|url=http://www.bramptonguardian.com/article/1247507--david-suzuki-visits-school|title=David Suzuki Visits School|date=19 November 2011|publisher=[[Brampton Guardian]]|accessdate=21 April 2012}}</ref> In association with the [[Credit Valley Conservation Authority]], the school offers the Ontario curriculum in a program that is rich in environmental studies and models sustainable practices.<ref name="SuzukiVisit" /> The school is also distinguished by the high level of computer technology available in school and utilized in classes.


The school is bounded by Queen Street West, Hurontario Street, Bovaird Drive West, and Mississauga Road.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/Centre_Map_1112.pdf|title=Secondary School Families|publisher=[[Peel District School Board]]|date=June 2010|accessdate=22 April 2012}}</ref>
The school is bounded by Queen Street West, Hurontario Street, Bovaird Drive West, and Mississauga Road.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/Centre_Map_1112.pdf |title=Secondary School Families |publisher=[[Peel District School Board]] |date=June 2010 |accessdate=22 April 2012 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120511160825/http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/Centre_Map_1112.pdf |archivedate=11 May 2012 |df= }}</ref>


== Curriculum ==
== Curriculum ==
In addition to following the Ontario curriculum, David Suzuki SS also offers a Sports Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program (grade 11-12),<ref>[http://www.peelschools.org/parents/programs/shsm/Pages/default.aspx|title=Specialist High Skills Major [[Peel District School Board]] Retrieved April 3, 2015]</ref> [[French Immersion]] programs (grade 10-12),<ref>[http://schools.peelschools.org/sec/davidsuzuki/studentservices/courseselection/Pages/default.aspx] [[Peel District School Board]] Retrieved March 2, 2015</ref> and a variety of environmental programming.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.brocknews.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3630:peel-board-first-to-name-secondary-school-for-david-suzuki&catid=134:regional-news&Itemid=211|title=Peel Board First to Name Secondary School for David Suzuki|publisher=BNTV News|date=20 October 2010|accessdate=22 April 2012}}</ref> Such programs include partnership with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and environmental education week.
In addition to following the Ontario curriculum, David Suzuki SS also offers a Sports Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program (grade 11-12),<ref>[http://www.peelschools.org/parents/programs/shsm/Pages/default.aspx|title=Specialist High Skills Major [[Peel District School Board]] Retrieved April 3, 2015]</ref> [[French Immersion]] programs (grade 10-12),<ref>[http://schools.peelschools.org/sec/davidsuzuki/studentservices/courseselection/Pages/default.aspx] [[Peel District School Board]] Retrieved March 2, 2015</ref> and a variety of environmental programming.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.brocknews.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3630:peel-board-first-to-name-secondary-school-for-david-suzuki&catid=134:regional-news&Itemid=211 |title=Peel Board First to Name Secondary School for David Suzuki |publisher=BNTV News |date=20 October 2010 |accessdate=22 April 2012 }}{{dead link|date=December 2016 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> Such programs include partnership with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and environmental education week.


== Extracurricular Programs ==
== Extracurricular Programs ==
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== Feeder Schools ==
== Feeder Schools ==
; Elementary Schools<ref name="family">{{cite web|url=http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/9-David_Suzuki_1112.pdf|title=David Suzuki Family|publisher=[[Peel District School Board]]|work=Schools by Family|accessdate=22 April 2012}}</ref>
; Elementary Schools<ref name="family">{{cite web|url=http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/9-David_Suzuki_1112.pdf |title=David Suzuki Family |publisher=[[Peel District School Board]] |work=Schools by Family |accessdate=22 April 2012 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120511161130/http://www.peelschools.org/schools/documents/9-David_Suzuki_1112.pdf |archivedate=11 May 2012 |df= }}</ref>
* James Potter Public School
* James Potter Public School
* Northwood Public School
* Northwood Public School

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David Suzuki Secondary School
Address
Map
45 Daviselm Drive

Brampton
,
Ontario
,
L6X 0Z3

Canada
Coordinates43°40′04″N 79°47′08″W / 43.6678°N 79.7855°W / 43.6678; -79.7855
Information
School typeHigh school
MottoBe the change
Founded2011
School boardPeel District School Board
SuperintendentAdrian Graham
Area trusteeDavid Green
PrincipalLeslie Grant
Grades9-12
Enrollment1850[1]
LanguageEnglish, French immersion (grade 10-12)
CampusSuburban
AreaSpringbrook, Brampton
Colour(s)Dark blue, and Green
   
MascotGrizzly Bear
Team nameSuzuki Grizzly
Websitedavidsuzukiss.peelschools.org

David Suzuki Secondary School is an institution located in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. The school is named after Canadian environmental activist David Suzuki[2] In association with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority, the school offers the Ontario curriculum in a program that is rich in environmental studies and models sustainable practices.[2] The school is also distinguished by the high level of computer technology available in school and utilized in classes.

The school is bounded by Queen Street West, Hurontario Street, Bovaird Drive West, and Mississauga Road.[3]

Curriculum

In addition to following the Ontario curriculum, David Suzuki SS also offers a Sports Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program (grade 11-12),[4] French Immersion programs (grade 10-12),[5] and a variety of environmental programming.[6] Such programs include partnership with the Credit Valley Conservation Authority and environmental education week.

Extracurricular Programs

Students run a Think Recycle program, which recycles old and unused electronic goods.[7] A portion of the proceeds earned go to David Suzuki SS for fundraising purposes.

Campus

David Suzuki SS has an AstroTurf field and track facility. It also borders on Teramoto park where students can access baseball and cricket facilities. David Suzuki SS was built by Percon Construction.[8] Building began on 1 May 2010 and was completed on 1 September 2011, estimated at a value of $27,910,000.

Social Media

David Suzuki SS maintains an active Twitter account, @DavidSuzukiSS, and an Instagram account aimed at fostering community and digital citizenship, @FacesofSuzuki.[9][10]

Feeder Schools

Elementary Schools[11]
  • James Potter Public School
  • Northwood Public School
  • Glendale Public School
  • Homestead Public School
  • Westervelts Corners Public School
Middle Schools[11]
  • Beatty-Fleming Senior Public School
  • Royal Orchard Middle School
  • Mccrimmon Middle School

See also

References

  1. ^ [1] Peel District School Board Retrieved March 2, 2015
  2. ^ a b "David Suzuki Visits School". Brampton Guardian. 19 November 2011. Retrieved 21 April 2012.
  3. ^ "Secondary School Families" (PDF). Peel District School Board. June 2010. Archived from the original (PDF) on 11 May 2012. Retrieved 22 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  4. ^ High Skills Major Peel District School Board Retrieved April 3, 2015
  5. ^ [2] Peel District School Board Retrieved March 2, 2015
  6. ^ "Peel Board First to Name Secondary School for David Suzuki". BNTV News. 20 October 2010. Retrieved 22 April 2012.[permanent dead link]
  7. ^ "Recycle for a good cause". David Suzuki Foundation. 30 January 2012. Retrieved 22 April 2012.
  8. ^ "David Suzuki Secondary School (a.k.a Credit Valley Secondary School)". Percon Construction. Retrieved 22 April 2012.
  9. ^ https://twitter.com/davidsuzukiss
  10. ^ https://instagram.com/facesofsuzuki
  11. ^ a b "David Suzuki Family" (PDF). Schools by Family. Peel District School Board. Archived from the original (PDF) on 11 May 2012. Retrieved 22 April 2012. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)


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