Student Life

Character Development

We believe that character development is as important as academic success! Learn about our opportunities for character development:

Project Spirit 

  • Project spirit is our school-wide initiative aimed at enhancing school spirit and enriching student life.
  • If offers a range of activities to promote social bonding, creativity, and leadership. 
  • Fun Days
    • Funky sock day
    • Twin day
    • Fun hair/hat day 
    • Jersey day
    • Pyjama day 
    • Charity events
    • Holiday events/gatherings 
    • And many more!
  • Clubs 
    • Academic clubs
    • Creating and preforming arts clubs
    • Sports and fitness clubs
    • Social and cultural clubs
    • Service and leadership clubs

Ceremonies 

  • Celebrating the talent, achievements, and diversity within our school community 
    • Student performances 
      • Dance recitals 
      • Poetry slams 
      • Plays 
    • Cultural celebrations 
      • Multicultural nights
      • Celebrations
  • Teaching philosophy 
    • We foster the holistic development of students by nurturing their academic abilities as well as their character 
  • Field trips 
    • University tours
    • Visits to museums and educational sights 
    • Community events 
  • Orientation days:
    • A two day event that introduces new students to canadian culture and life at NYA through activities like trips to Niagara Falls, or Sunnyside beach, as well as school tours and workshops.
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