L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute's Mission Statement
L’Amoreaux isn't just a school - it's an experience.
Why L'Am ?
- We are a small school;
- We value you as a person, not a student number;
- Classes are intimate, creative, and thought-provoking;
- We believe in strong school partnerships;
- We focus on personal, community, and global leadership;
- We value excellence in achievement;
- We are passionate about school spirit.
VISA/ International Student Programs
We provide intensive language support for our large VISA and newcomer student population. In addition to ESL courses, we offer academic courses in Business, Canadian History, Geography, Careers and Civics, Aboriginal Arts, Science and Technological Education that are especially designed for English Language Learners and taught by caring and dedicated ESL teachers. Our support services help students to improve their English quickly. Our library has a First Language Library collection. Our newcomer program welcomes all ELL students and plans fun, social activities to ease their transition.
More Information About L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute
Student Support Centre
Our Student Support Centre provides wrap-around support for a variety of student needs, by a multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
Robotics/Engineering Program
L’Am is one of the pioneer robotics programs in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø. Students integrate technology, physics, & computer science in order to design, build, program and evaluate robotic systems. The teams are involved in real-life project management experiences as they enter their robots in various robotics competitions. L’Am consistently wins awards at LEGO, Vex, & First Robotics.
Extended French
Students in Extended French Programs develop French language skills by participating in day trips and overnight excursions to French-speaking locales. Students also make cultural connections, Skyping with students from around the world and travelling to France in their senior year.
Outward Bound
Don’t Miss the Adventure of a Lifetime. We are excited about our relationship with Outward Bound Canada. OBC’s mission is to cultivate resilience, leadership, connections and compassion through inspiring and challenging journeys of self-discovery in the natural world. Our relationship includes courses that explore Canada’s North and push you to your limits.
Additional Features
- SHSM Finance
- SHSM Information Communication Tech
- Media Arts Program
- Newly Renovated/Upgraded Facilities
- Award Winning Drama Productions
- Student Leadership/Mentorship Prgrm
- Professional Engineers Partnership
Student Life - Where You Belong
GO TEAM
A L’Am student takes pride in who they are and where they come from, but always strives to be more than they are. We strongly believe that classes are only a part of the larger high school experience that will help you to reach your full potential. As such, we are committed to providing a robust co-curricular program. Our Student Leadership Opportunities include: SAC, L’Am Leadership, Peer Mentors, Athletic Council, PALS, Model UN, Radio L’Am, LESS, SAT, and Stage Crew. Our Sports Teams include: Cricket, Dragon Boat, Field Hockey, Swimming, Badminton, Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country, and Track & Field. Our Student Clubs include: Mechatronics Club, Robotics Club, Drama Club, Music Council, Yearbook Club, Chinese Youth Club, Christian Fellowship, Muslim Student Association, Boys to Men, and Girl Talk. There is something here for everyone.
School Wide Events include: Spirit Week, Staff -Student Competitions, School Dances, L’Am IDOL, Talent Shows, School Plays, School Concerts, International Buffet, and L’Am Luau
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School Wide Events include: Spirit Week, Staff -Student Competitions, School Dances, L’Am IDOL, Talent Shows, School Plays, School Concerts, International Buffet, and L’Am Luau
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WHAT SETS US APART
The L’Am Experience is unlike any other. We value Community through Building Strong Relationships, Developing Global Leaders & Informed Citizens, and Valuing our Diversity.
1. Enhanced Student Learning Through Strong Community Partnerships. Our Partnerships Include: Outward Bound, Professional Engineers of Ontario, International NGOs, & STYLE
2. Leadership Opportunities. Being a small school allows us to provide dynamic leadership experiences to students such as Reach Ahead Leadership Courses in Grade 8, Grade 9 Leadership Camp, and Leadership & Peer Mentorship courses for senior students
3. Integrated Technology -Technology is the future. Looking forward, L'Am is committed using 21st Century technology in every classroom in order to make learning more accessible and robust. (e.g. L'Am APP, Google Classroom)
4. Unique Courses & Flexible Timetabling. At L’Am, senior students often have the opportunity to create their own courses giving them the opportunity to pursue their own passions and interests. (e.g. Financial Securities, Dual Credits)
PARENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
L’Am Staff & Student Distinctions include: Premier's Awards for Accepting Schools,
Bette Stephenson Recognition of Achievement - Mathematics, University of Waterloo Math/Science Competitions Winner, Professional Engineers of Ontario Mechatronics Winner, First Robotics Competition Winner, Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence.
Bette Stephenson Recognition of Achievement - Mathematics, University of Waterloo Math/Science Competitions Winner, Professional Engineers of Ontario Mechatronics Winner, First Robotics Competition Winner, Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence.