Student Leadership Opportunities
Martingrove Collegiate Institute offers several opportunities for students to develop interpersonal and leadership skills through both the curricular and co-curricular programs. Students are provided with the opportunity to build self-confidence, to improve community skills, and to meet new people. Students will be credited with hours towards their mandatory Community Service. Leadership experiences on a student’s resume have proven useful in gaining acceptance to many programs in post-secondary education institutions. Please attend Club Carousel in September to see the full list of MCI Clubs and Organizations. GET INVOLVED!
School Organizational Activities
There are many clubs and organizations that operate at MCI. All students are encouraged to participate and take advantage of the opportunities that they offer. The largest clubs and organizations include the following:
The Students’ Administrative Council (SAC)
The SAC is the voice of the student body and the liaison between the students and the staff/administration. If you have any ideas/concerns or questions, the SAC is at your disposal, don’t pass us up! The SAC also co-ordinates some of the biggest events on the Martingrove calendar, such as: The Grade 9 Moving on Up, Carnival, Semi-Formal and Formal.
Peer Tutors
These students assist other students to be successful in their academic program. Senior students who demonstrate high achievement in a subject area can develop their skills and can experience the role of teacher and coach by helping another student to earn credits or improve his or her performance in the classroom. The time committed by each tutor is flexible to suit individual timetables. Contact a counsellor for information.
Art Club
This is a student-led club where members interested in Art and art making join together to create projects to better the aesthetic appeal of the school environment, and develop engaging art/craft projects.
Bear Air
Good Morning Martingrove! Bear Air here, your morning announcements crew. Stay tuned each morning for the musical warnings, school announcements and ever inspiring quotes. All grades are welcome to try out in the fall. Have a good day MCI.
The Bears’ Athletic Council (BAC)
The BAC encourages interest and participation in school athletics, fosters fair play and promotes school spirit. Events include car washes, pep rallies, intramurals, athletic nights, tournaments and the annual athletic banquet. Executive members are renowned for their leadership, organization, dedication and work ethic. All students are welcome. “All for one and one for all”.
Empowered Students Partnership(ESP also known as The Caring and Safe Schools Committee)
If you are interested in becoming a driving force in your school then this club is definitely for you. The ESP program (Empowered Students Partnership) is an excellent ‘safe school’ initiative that is being actively run in many schools across the city. Students who join this club do so because of their enthusiasm and desire to make MCI a safer school. Membership in this club may enable you to participate in a variety of activities including camps, forums and video productions. ESP–students taking control!
Martingrove GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance/Genders and Sexuality Alliance)
The Martingrove GSA is a student-run group that proves a safe place for any and all students to meet and learn about all different genders and orientations, to support each other while working together to end homophobia, and to raise awareness and promote equality for all human beings. In addition to being a group dedicated to support, it also strives to educate the community about different gender and equality issues. Our lunchtime meetings proved a positive space for students to meet and spend time in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Whether you’re LGBTQ or not, you can be a part of making MCI safer and friendlier for everyone.
Leadership Council
Martingrove has introduced a new leadership model which will be one of the highlights of many students’ high school career. The week-long camp at Camp Manitou is designed to help Grade 10 students build their leadership potential. Skill building groups, seminars, and outdoor activities coordinated and facilitated by both trained senior students and a large staff are some of the features of this exciting camp opportunity which is open to all. Make leadership a part of your secondary school experience! The Martingrove Beacon Founded in 2002, the Beacon is a news magazine operated entirely by MCI students. Its aim is to provide Martingrove with well - rounded and reliable coverage of current events, both in and outside the school, and of issues directly and even indirectly related to MCI students.
The Martingrove Environment Club (MEC)
The Martingrove Environment Club has become one of the most active clubs in the school. We are a group of enthusiastic students, passionate about the environment and dedicated to reducing Martingrove’s impact on the planet. Everyone is welcome to join and feel the satisfaction of really making a difference while having fun!
Martingrove Model United Nations (MMUN)
On February 18th and 19th , MCI will hold the 20th annual MMUN, one of Ontario's largest United Nations simulations. Sign up as a delegate, learn about current events by participating in them, and put your knowledge to the ultimate test in heated debates! In the past, the event has attracted over 300 students from across Toronto, along with wonderful guest speakers.
Martingrove Stage Company (MSC)
The MSC is back and ready for all aspiring actors, directors, and stagehands that are interested! No experience is required. Join us in September as a part of our general council, and participate in our exciting, talent-filled drama shows.
MCI Music Council
The Music Council is dedicated to making the music at MCI as awesome as it can be, by organizing social events, fundraisers, and the annual MCI concerts, where we play our part with oomph! Membership is through application, and is open to music students in any grade, encompassing all facets of the programme, including band, and strings
Prefects
If you are looking for a wonderful club to join, Prefects is definitely the club for you. The Prefects liaise between the community and MCI. We make sure the grade nine students feel welcome, organize great events and help out around the school. Most importantly, we have fun. So, if you want to get involved at MCI, and meet new friends, come join the PREFECTS!
The Duke of Edinburgh Award Program
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program encourages personal development and community involvement for students. The program has three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold where students achieve personally established goals in the areas of Community Service, Skill Development, Physical Recreation, and Adventurous Journey. In pursuing these activities, young people learn responsibility, acquire new skills, and increase their level of physical fitness