Introduction and Features

C W Jefferys Collegiate Institute


 C.W. Jefferys Collegiate Institute is a semestered school located at Finch and Sentinel, between Jane and Keele and is in close proximity to York University. It was founded in 1965. The school was named after Charles William Jefferys, a Canadian artist whose work has contributed to education in the areas of Canadian History and Art.
Our students excel in all areas of academic pursuit, consistently ranking among the top winners in mathematics and science competitions. Each year, our students are the recipients of numerous bursaries, awards, and entrance scholarships to some of the province's top colleges and universities. Our post-secondary acceptance rate is a noteworthy 80%.
 
C.W. Jefferys is a true community school. We welcome and celebrate the unique talents of our students, our parents, and our community partners in an environment that is safe, secure, respectful and always focused on success for all students.

Unique Programs and Opportunities For Students


 LAWS Program
Our Law in Action Within Schools(LAWS) is an exciting new program at Jefferys that represents a partnership with both the University of Toronto Faculty of Law and Osgoode Law school.  The program embeds legal and social justice themes in core subjects of Civics, Science, English and History.  Students will expand their understanding of social justice issues through interactions and with practicing legal scholars.   

 


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Specialized Programs


The ESTe2M (Enriched Science Technology and Mathematics) program is a cross-curricular program designed to challenge students through an exploratory approach to science, math and computer technology. Together with a peer group who share their level of interest and motivation, students work on projects that integrate all three disciplines

We have a strong Co-operative Education Program which combines classroom instruction with valuable hands-on experience in various occupational areas in business, the public sector and in industry. Students may earn two, three or four credits during the Co-op term.
 

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Student Leadership Program


CW Jefferys has a thriving student leadership development program that includes training senior students to run a leadership camp for all grade 9 students in the fall. This adventure based Leadership program allows students to contribute to the broader school community as mentors while contributing to their own growth and development.


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Arts


The C.W. Jefferys Music Department offers a program that meets the needs of a diverse range of musical interests, with courses in keyboard, band, guitar, and vocal music. Our extra curricular groups, including a choir, drumline, beginner guitar, jazz and rock band, also provide students with exciting performance opportunities. 

The music that is explored carefully balances the contemporary with its important historical roots. We are passionate about providing our students with a musical education that is meaningful and relevant and will develop the skills they need, whether they choose to continue their studies in music after graduation or simply want to be more informed listeners and music makers.

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Academic Support


We provide a myriad of academic support programs to help all students. Students benefit  from highly skilled tutors ie: LAWS tutoring; after school literacy; daily math tutoring; and  homework club. Our STYLE tutoring program runs after school to provide support in all subject areas.

Literacy, numeracy, English as another language and Special Education support is provided to students.We have developed solid community partnerships that focus on inclusion and safe schools initiatives.The San Romanoway Healh Teens Project  empowers groups of students to develop strong, peer-led, pro-social skils.Our settlement worker provides newcomer students and their families with resources to ensure a smooth transition.

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Athletics


C.W. Jefferys has an outstanding athletic program.  Fielding teams in all key sports.Students have access to quality facilites including our newly renovated state of the art weight room.  With a thriving intramural program, CW Jefferys Athletics program is ideal for athletic participants at all levels.