Scarlett Heights Entrepreneurial Academy
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Scarlett Heights Entrepreneurial Academy (SHEA) is a secondary school
within the Toronto District School Board
whose curriculum is broadened through a Student Leadership Development Program. This program extends the base curriculum.
In the September 2006 issue of Toronto Life
, Scarlett Heights was named “Best For Business” in the rating of the “10 Best Schools In Toronto”. Students at Scarlett Heights are required to wear a uniform consisting of a white and grey shirt typically with the school's name imprinted on it; with black pants. Entrance to this academy requires students to demonstrate their commitment to a high academic achievement. Students wishing to apply for entrance complete an admissions portfolio, sign a learning contract, adhere to the Academy's uniform dress policy, and commit to a social responsibility component in the curriculum.
Approximately 640 students attend Scarlett annually. Most students come from Rexdale
, Swordbill, Mimico
, Islington, Scarlett Manor, Scarlett Wood Court, Dixon, Fontenay Court, Richview, Ohio, La Rose as well as other parts of Toronto
. The school is served by many different TTC
routes, including 73C Royal York, 52 Lawrence West, 58 Malton, 32 Eglinton West and 37 Islington. Like many other high schools, overcrowding on the buses does occur, especially the 73C northbound towards Rexdale.
The school contains a large gymnasium, a weight/fitness room, a library, a cafeteria, an auditorium, four full computer labs, two partial computer labs, an outdoor soccer field, basketball court and a newly paved jogging track.
Feeder schools include Hilltop Middle School and Dixon Grove Junior Middle School.
The school was once called Scarlett Heights Collegiate Institute (SHCI). Scarlett refers to John Scarlett
, an early land owner and entrepreneur in the area. Toronto Mayor Rob Ford
is a graduate of the school.
Secondary school
Secondary school is a term used to describe an educational institution where the final stage of schooling, known as secondary education and usually compulsory up to a specified age, takes place...
within the Toronto District School Board
Toronto District School Board
Toronto District School Board, also known by the acronym TDSB, is the English-language public school board for Toronto, Ontario, Canada...
whose curriculum is broadened through a Student Leadership Development Program. This program extends the base curriculum.
In the September 2006 issue of Toronto Life
Toronto Life
Toronto Life is a monthly Canadian magazine about entertainment, politics and life in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Toronto Life also publishes a number of annual special interest guides about the city, including Home Decor, Stylebook, Eating & Drinking, Real Estate and Weddings. Established in 1966,...
, Scarlett Heights was named “Best For Business” in the rating of the “10 Best Schools In Toronto”. Students at Scarlett Heights are required to wear a uniform consisting of a white and grey shirt typically with the school's name imprinted on it; with black pants. Entrance to this academy requires students to demonstrate their commitment to a high academic achievement. Students wishing to apply for entrance complete an admissions portfolio, sign a learning contract, adhere to the Academy's uniform dress policy, and commit to a social responsibility component in the curriculum.
Approximately 640 students attend Scarlett annually. Most students come from Rexdale
Rexdale
Rexdale is a neighbourhood located in the north-west corner of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It covers the northern section of Etobicoke, which was an independent city until it merged with five other municipalities and a regional government to form the new City of Toronto in 1998. Rexdale was named...
, Swordbill, Mimico
Mimico
The historic Town of Mimico is a neighbourhood in the south-western part of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located in the south-east corner of the former Township of Etobicoke, and was an independent municipality from 1911 to 1967....
, Islington, Scarlett Manor, Scarlett Wood Court, Dixon, Fontenay Court, Richview, Ohio, La Rose as well as other parts of Toronto
Toronto
Toronto is the provincial capital of Ontario and the largest city in Canada. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. A relatively modern city, Toronto's history dates back to the late-18th century, when its land was first purchased by the British monarchy from...
. The school is served by many different TTC
Toronto Transit Commission
-Island Ferry:The ferry service to the Toronto Islands was operated by the TTC from 1927 until 1962, when it was transferred to the Metro Parks and Culture department. Since 1998, the ferry service is run by Toronto Parks and Recreation.-Gray Coach:...
routes, including 73C Royal York, 52 Lawrence West, 58 Malton, 32 Eglinton West and 37 Islington. Like many other high schools, overcrowding on the buses does occur, especially the 73C northbound towards Rexdale.
The school contains a large gymnasium, a weight/fitness room, a library, a cafeteria, an auditorium, four full computer labs, two partial computer labs, an outdoor soccer field, basketball court and a newly paved jogging track.
Feeder schools include Hilltop Middle School and Dixon Grove Junior Middle School.
The school was once called Scarlett Heights Collegiate Institute (SHCI). Scarlett refers to John Scarlett
John Scarlett (Toronto)
John Scarlett was an merchant-miller who played a significant role in the development of the part of the historic York Township that later became the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto.- Early Life :...
, an early land owner and entrepreneur in the area. Toronto Mayor Rob Ford
Rob Ford
Robert Bruce "Rob" Ford is the 64th and current Mayor of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was first elected to city council in the 2000 Toronto municipal election, and was re-elected to his council seat in 2003 and again in 2006...
is a graduate of the school.