Thistletown CI has a long tradition of academic excellence. Each year, many of our graduates go on to universities and colleges with prizes, awards, or scholarships. We have a strong mathematics and science program. Computer technology is integrated where possible in the science and technology curriculums, with an emphasis on a hands-on approach. T.CI. has a full Internet multimedia computer lab available for student use in our library as well as other multimedia computer labs located in specialized classrooms. Recognizing the rapidly changing needs of business and industry, our Business and Technology Departments add new, innovative courses each year. Many of our courses are articulated with Hunter College and provide preferred admission to Humber. In athletics, many of our teams are TDSB champions. For recreational athletes, there are various co-curricular activities open to all students. These, together with our leadership programs, offer many opportunities to our students. Special Features
• Intensive Study Program (ISP): Enriched Math, Science, and Technology beginning at Grade 9
• Intensive Credit Accumulation Program (ICAP) ;Four credits in a Technology or Tech. course(s). Co-op • Entrepreneurial Studies Workplace Accounting
• Extensive Co-op Education Program for leadership skills and work experience
• AP “Chef” Apprenticeship Program: advanced placement with Hunter College; Ontario Youth APP placements in many employment fields
• Extensive and varied Technology opportunities. New for 2006-07: Electricity and Autobody Repair courses join Computer Science, Construction Tech, Desktop Publishing, Cosmetology, and many other Technology offerings