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Voice Integrative School (VIS) is a non-denominational, co-educational, academic school for grades 1 through 8. It has been a teacher education research school and practicum site for various Ontario Faculties of Education. VIS was founded by educator Marie Ladino in 2000 to test the theory of Global Education on a school-wide level. Throughout the years, VIS’s educational philosophy has undergone its evolution. However, our integrative pedagogical approach continues to be a holistic, issues-based, and all-encompassing model of education that teaches the “whole” child. VIS fosters a strong sense of belonging and offers a challenging academic program based on Ontario Curriculum expectations. All subjects ask students to utilize critical thinking and higher-order skills to solve problems in real-life contexts. We offer a strong performing and liberal arts curriculum, as well as a dynamic sports program founded on approaches that are intrinsic to Integrative Education. We pride ourselves on creating a learning environment that promotes academic challenge, personal leadership, responsible citizenship, and the skills needed to learn for life. Delivers challenging academics in small classes Is the perfect balance of learning and teaching approaches intended to reach the “head” as well as the “heart” of each learner Places importance on higher-order skills such as critical and analytical thinking, problem-solving, cooperation, time management and organization Encourages critical thinking through diverse perspectives Is a safe learning environment where children can feel free from bullying and exclusion Is an environment of ‘rights and responsibilities with a strict demand for self-respect, respect for others, and respect for the environment Makes the Ontario Curriculum meaningful through the infusion and integration of personal, local, and global issues Draws from the past investigates the present, and inspires students to envision and strive for possible and preferred futures Enables students to develop strong skills in all core academic subjects Focuses on core subjects, (i.e., Mathematics, English, French, Spanish, Global Studies, History, Health, Science, Philosophy, Physical Education, Visual Arts, Theatre, Dance, Music, and Life Skills), while also providing cross-curricular integration to help students make vital connections Encompasses a balance of learner-centered approaches as well as teacher-directed lessons Embraces teacher-directed evaluation and expects self-evaluation and self-reflection from each student Provides learners with opportunities to work independently as well as cooperatively Offers a strong sports program and an innovative visual, music, and performing arts curriculum View full school