Student Life - Where You Belong
SATEC is where you belong. We have an
exciting range of leadership groups, clubs and
teams. Our male, female and co-ed teams compete
with enthusiasm and dedication to put SATEC
on the map with our athletics. Our teams
include Basketball, Volleyball, Rugby, Soccer,
Swimming, Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field,
Ultimate Frisbee, Football, Slo-pitch,
Badminton, Tennis and Table Tennis.
SATEC @ W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute
40 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z9
416-396-3365
Email: SATEC@tdsb.on.ca
Web: http://www.satec.on.ca
Our leadership groups and clubs include the
Student Activity Council, STAC, Environmental
Club, Super Council, Prefects, Volunteer Now,
Peer Tutors, Multicultural Club, Afro-Heritage
Club, BETA, Stage Crew, Drama, Yearbook,
Photography, SATEC Press, Gardening
Club, Choir, Empowered Students, Debating,
SASSY, Chess, Yoga, Reach for the Top,
Robotics, Cybernetic Land Walker Challenge,
F1 in Schools, and much more.
Special Feature
(at this school)
Eco School
At SATEC, there is something for everyone.
Map and Contact Information
SATEC at WA Porter
SATEC @ W.A. Porter
Collegiate Institute
Visit our Web site at
http://www.satec.on.ca or call
416-396-3365.
For more information, please visit us at: http://www.satec.on.ca
SATEC’s other curriculum focus
is Environmental Studies.The
technology, science and social
studies departments teach Ministry of Education -approved
environmental curriculum expectations, while other departments use current environmental concerns as context for their
lessons. SATEC’s extended
schoolyard greening program
includes several naturalized
areas: a butterfly garden and
a pond. These outdoor classrooms provide a unique experience for the Toronto high school
student. We have also won
Platinum ECOschools status
for our efforts in minimizing
waiste and energy conservation
at the school. Our school
community has an extensive
recyling program gram and has
adopted Warden Woods Park for
both clean-up and environmental
monitoring. The
SATEC
experience promotes sustainabl
practices and creates graduates
who are environmentally aware.
TDSB Discovery - School Selection Made Easy
We are the Scarborough Academy for Technological, Environmental and
Computer Education (SATEC). We are a unique school that combines a
rigorous academic program with high citizenship expectations for all students.
Our programs go well beyond the Ontario curriculum. We offer in-depth
applications of technology, computer and environmental studies, using cuttingedge technology including smart boards, laptops and AutoCAD design. Our
specialty programs include robotics, carpentry, hydraulics, photography, digital
art, business programs and an enriched mathematics program.
Unmatched Math
Programs
We offer the most
substantial mathematics courses
in Toronto; with
20 computer labs
and over 1,000
network licenses
to support integration of computer
applications, you
can be sure you
are choosing programs that will
help define your
future.
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More information about SATEC
Taking High School to a Higher Level
You and your parents sign contracts with us that outline expectations
for academic performance. We deliver a specially designed Grade
9 program in the arts and technology, which focuses on robotics,
3-D graphics and animation, videography and CAD/CAM applications. Whether you choose to pursue a career in a technological or
computer-related field, or excel in a traditional profession, you will
acquire skills that are essential for success in today’s world.
Test Drive Potential Careers
Each year, several of our students are hired directly
out of our partnership program with Cisco Systems
Canada. We provide a fully staffed library, as well
as guidance services to support your career path.
The SATEC Difference
Our programs are in high demand. We welcome over 1,000 students at our information sessions; we accept
only 300 new students each year.
We are a Cisco Systems regional academy and you can earn your
Cisco networking certification in Grades 11 and 12. Senior business
courses focus on the latest trends in the E-business world. Computer studies’ students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in engineering and to develop an integrated approach to programming for the Internet using current Java program language techniques.
Enriched Math Program
Beginning in Grade 10, we offer an exceptional enriched program in
mathematics. Upon completion of seven related courses, you will
be awarded the SATEC Magnet Program certificate.
Need Support in Math? We’ve got it.
We know that a little tutoring and extra help can go a long way to
ensuring success in the province’s challenging mathematics curriculum. Help is available to all students every morning and at lunch.
Members of our excellent math department provide expert assistance when you need it.
Student Profile
• is a self-directed problem solver
• possesses a desire to learn
• appreciates computers as one of many learning tools
has a positive attitude toward classroom learning and
toward fellow students
• assumes responsibility for her/his learning
A Technology School and More
Choose from a full range of programs:
• Arts
• Business studies
• Canadian and world studies
• Geography of Canada
• English
• French as a second language
• Health and physical education
• Interdisciplinary studies
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social sciences and the humanities
• Technological education
for academic performance and attendance, must
be signed by students and parents. The curriculum
reflects our magnet status and prepares students for
university and college entrance.
• participates in learning beyond the school day
Parents desire our challenging environment; and
• understands the application of mathematic and
scientific principles as integral parts of all satec
programs
students appreciate the positive discipline of the
school. Our teachers know each student; and our
• demonstrates good written and verbal communication
skills
chemistry, math and physics, who each have a Ph.D.
teachers are tops. Learn from three teachers in
SATEC sets high standards for its students in terms
SATEC graduates about 250 students each year. Over half
of academic rigor and responsible behaviour. The
of our graduates are Ontario Scholars, achieving an aver-
structured learning environment requires students
age of 80% or better in their Grade 12 Year. Two-Thirds of
to wear uniforms and adhere to a strict code of
our students are accepted into their program of choice at
behaviour. A contract, which outlines expectations
University and College.