Welcome to Karen Kain School of the Arts

KKSA is a unique middle level integrated Arts school where students are encouraged to express their true identities through a variety of art mediums while learning the core subjects of the Ontario Curriculum.  We take pride in the diverse culture that we have within the school, and support students to be leaders in the arts through creativity and curiosity. 

At KKSA, we are working hard to ensure our students feel a sense of belonging and safety when they walk through the doors.  We have a warm and inviting school environment that supports cultural diversity through a variety of performances, clubs, extra curricular opportunities, and classroom resources.

Karen Kain is fortunate to have an active School Council that supports our many initiatives so that students get the opportunity to be involved in school life through a number of activities including arts initiatives, spirit days, pizza days and more.  We are appreciative of the many parents/guardians/caregivers who donate their time and energy to ensure these opportunities are available.

Likewise, we have a dedicated staff who are passionate about providing extra curricular opportunities for students to round out their middle level school experience and ensure that they get the opportunity to be as involved in school life as much as they choose to be.

On behalf of the staff, I wish you a wonderful and successful year at the Karen Kain School of the Arts and look forward to working and learning together with our students, families, staff and community.  Have a wonderful 2025-2026 school year!

Michelle Blackie

Principal

Karen Kain School of the Arts