Clarke Road Secondary School
| Clarke Road Secondary School | |
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300 Clarke Road , , Canada | |
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| School type | Secondary |
| Motto | Abeunt Studia In Mores (Study Builds Character) |
| Founded | 1956 |
| School board | Thames Valley District School Board |
| Superintendent | Paul Tufts |
| Principal | Mr. Paul Panayi |
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Enrollment | approximately 1380 (Sept. 2009) |
| Language | English |
| Area | East London |
| Colour(s) | Orange and Black |
| Mascot | Trojan Warrior |
| Team name | Clarke Road Trojans |
| Website | www |
Clarke Road Secondary School is located at 300 Clarke Road in London, Ontario. It is a part of the Thames Valley District School Board. The school was founded in 1956 and a major 14 million dollar renovation was completed in 1997. The student population at the school is very multicultural, and a high priority is placed on respecting and encouraging ethnic diversity. The school mascot is the Trojan Warrior.
Clarke Road's recent renovation has given the school state-of-the-art gymnasia, science, technology, and computer facilities.[1] The school presently has over 400 computers available for student use in all programs in the school. The renovations have also provided a major developmental centre in the school, as well as integrated programs for over 50 students.
Notable Programs
The school's work internship program, School to Work, allows students to gain experience in an industrial setting with over 50 employers throughout the area. The technology department is one of the best in the area, featuring complete facilities for woodworking, manufacturing, transportation, and communication technologies. Clarke Road also features a wide variety of programs in the arts, including courses in the visual arts, drama, dance, vocals, instrumental and guitar music.
Extracurricular Activities
Clarke Road offers a large variety of extracurricular clubs and groups. Some of the more popular activities include yearly drama productions, art shows, the environmental club, the learning support centre, and the cancer campaign. The school also participates in "Take Your Kids to Work" day.
Student Body
The following is an approximation of the student body, as of September 2009:
- 320 students in grade 9
- 350 students in grade 10
- 300 students in grade 11, including living legend Jorden Travis
- 410 students in grade 12, including student council presidents Mujtaba Basharat & Emily Houghton
- 8 kids living in the garbage can
There are 97 full-time teachers and three guidance counsellors. The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:14. jt rules
Post-Secondary Statistics
As of June 2008:[2]
- 45% of students apply to college
- 40% of students enter the workforce
- 15% of students apply to university
See also
References
- ^ "Clarke Road S.S. facilities to be rededicated". Thames Valley District School Board. 1998-05-25. Retrieved 2009-04-20.
- ^ "School Choices: Clarke Road". London Free Press. 2009-01-30. Retrieved 2009-08-31. [dead link]
External links
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