Shaping Our Future
Shaping Our Future Wrap-up report: five-year Strategic Plan completed in four
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The Best Learning Promoting Educational Excellence
• Standing Committee established on Teaching and Learning; Academic Vision and clear, school-specific Academic Values developed. Important to the long-term growth and development of the academic program. • Development of an Expert in Us program unique to SAC. Faculty are supported to develop expertise in key areas of academic innovation and to become leaders in further faculty professional development. • Audit completed on all physical spaces in the School, including new facilities, and strategic decisions made regarding teaching, learning, and technology. • Andrean Diploma launched; Class of 2015 first recipients. Andrean Diploma with Honours, a second diploma introduced for students who distinguish themselves in five areas: academics, athletics, leadership, co-curriculars, and community service. • Academic program strengthened through the introduction of grade 5, the development of broadcast journalism, and the new vision for library and science facilities. 20 Spring 2015
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Keeping the Balance
Maintaining Traditions and Innovative Edge
• Edsby, an online resource for students, faculty and parents, introduced three years ago. Allows easy sharing of information: grades, assignments, schedules, groups, etc. •R obotics developed as a flagship program; sparks great interest and garners success at international competitions. New classroom and lab spaces assigned to promote continued growth. • Andrean Traditions Coordinator appointed to sustain important school traditions; e.g., Chapel, Pipes & Drums, Carol Service, Cadet Inspection, Scottish traditions, clan structure, Homecoming, etc. • Commitment to maintaining student enrolment at 180 in Middle School and 450 in Upper School: 630 students maximum.
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am elated to announce that all key priorities and directives in the School’s Strategic Plan 2011-16 have been completed. A 50-page final report documenting the results has been submitted to our Board of Governors. I am proud that not only have we completed this a full year ahead of schedule, but these changes will also continue to influence our school in positive ways for years to come. Plans are now underway to develop a new plan to steer the School through 2022.” –Kevin McHenry, Headmaster
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Beyond the Gates
Developing Global Citizens and Leaders
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Being Strong
Ensuring Strength and Sustainability
• Dramatic increase in the number of domestic and inter national trips by the Headmaster and the Advancement and Admission offices to further develop relationships with people connected to the School.
• Completion of $42-million Not An Ordinary Place capital campaign—the Yuill Family Athletic Complex, La Brier Family Arena, Food Services expansion, and Centre for Leadership, Innovation & Performance.
• Global citizen initiatives increased dramatically through targeted curriculum, Expert in Us leadership, and connections with international schools, topics, and projects.
• Significant and ongoing renovations and improvements to the campus; specifically in Macdonald House, Memorial Chapel, Cole Dining Hall, lower level of Towers Library, and Dunlap Hall.
• SASSAW program revamped to include an international trip, community service, Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold, and a high-school credit. • Travel and Trips Risk Management Guidelines reviewed and updated for the support and safety of students and faculty. • Expansion of boarding through Transition UP, 5-Day Boarding Pass, and new Andrean Residential Experience (ARE) program allows greater understanding of the power and value of boarding.
• Increase in campus security through introduction of campuswide SALTO system, updating of emergency response plan, and hiring of security personnel. • Ongoing proactive effort by Advancement Office to maintain ties with Old Boys through new mentoring program and increased number of Old Boy events, both locally and internationally.
To Read the Strategic Plan 2011-2016, go to sac.on.ca/discover www.sac.on.ca 21
1
The Best Learning Promoting Educational Excellence
• Standing Committee established on Teaching and Learning; Academic Vision and clear, school-specific Academic Values developed. Important to the long-term growth and development of the academic program. • Development of an Expert in Us program unique to SAC. Faculty are supported to develop expertise in key areas of academic innovation and to become leaders in further faculty professional development. • Audit completed on all physical spaces in the School, including new facilities, and strategic decisions made regarding teaching, learning, and technology. • Andrean Diploma launched; Class of 2015 first recipients. Andrean Diploma with Honours, a second diploma introduced for students who distinguish themselves in five areas: academics, athletics, leadership, co-curriculars, and community service. • Academic program strengthened through the introduction of grade 5, the development of broadcast journalism, and the new vision for library and science facilities. 20 Spring 2015
2
Keeping the Balance
Maintaining Traditions and Innovative Edge
• Edsby, an online resource for students, faculty and parents, introduced three years ago. Allows easy sharing of information: grades, assignments, schedules, groups, etc. •R obotics developed as a flagship program; sparks great interest and garners success at international competitions. New classroom and lab spaces assigned to promote continued growth. • Andrean Traditions Coordinator appointed to sustain important school traditions; e.g., Chapel, Pipes & Drums, Carol Service, Cadet Inspection, Scottish traditions, clan structure, Homecoming, etc. • Commitment to maintaining student enrolment at 180 in Middle School and 450 in Upper School: 630 students maximum.
I
am elated to announce that all key priorities and directives in the School’s Strategic Plan 2011-16 have been completed. A 50-page final report documenting the results has been submitted to our Board of Governors. I am proud that not only have we completed this a full year ahead of schedule, but these changes will also continue to influence our school in positive ways for years to come. Plans are now underway to develop a new plan to steer the School through 2022.” –Kevin McHenry, Headmaster
3
Beyond the Gates
Developing Global Citizens and Leaders
4
Being Strong
Ensuring Strength and Sustainability
• Dramatic increase in the number of domestic and inter national trips by the Headmaster and the Advancement and Admission offices to further develop relationships with people connected to the School.
• Completion of $42-million Not An Ordinary Place capital campaign—the Yuill Family Athletic Complex, La Brier Family Arena, Food Services expansion, and Centre for Leadership, Innovation & Performance.
• Global citizen initiatives increased dramatically through targeted curriculum, Expert in Us leadership, and connections with international schools, topics, and projects.
• Significant and ongoing renovations and improvements to the campus; specifically in Macdonald House, Memorial Chapel, Cole Dining Hall, lower level of Towers Library, and Dunlap Hall.
• SASSAW program revamped to include an international trip, community service, Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold, and a high-school credit. • Travel and Trips Risk Management Guidelines reviewed and updated for the support and safety of students and faculty. • Expansion of boarding through Transition UP, 5-Day Boarding Pass, and new Andrean Residential Experience (ARE) program allows greater understanding of the power and value of boarding.
• Increase in campus security through introduction of campuswide SALTO system, updating of emergency response plan, and hiring of security personnel. • Ongoing proactive effort by Advancement Office to maintain ties with Old Boys through new mentoring program and increased number of Old Boy events, both locally and internationally.
To Read the Strategic Plan 2011-2016, go to sac.on.ca/discover www.sac.on.ca 21
