About Us

Welcome to Eastside Secondary School

Honouring the Past, Embracing the Future

We represent the consolidated school communities of eastern Belleville and area.  Eastside proudly continues the traditions of leadership and learning of our valued past.  We also look ahead to opportunities that will see our students take on 21st century challenges in academics, arts, athletics, and technology in, and beyond, the classroom.

Academic Excellence

Our goal is to support academic success for all students across grades, subjects, and programs.  We hold high standards for achievement, empowering students to connect meaningfully with curriculum through dynamic classroom experiences and responsive teaching practices.  Eastside is proud to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum and Foundations, our IB preparatory program.

Diversity and Inclusivity

Diversity is our strength at ESS.  We believe that learning is enhanced in an environment in which culture, identity, and experience are valued and shared.  Our wide range of programs provide pathways to success for all learners.  We are honoured by our ties to the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte and we are pleased to welcome students from the International Students Program.

21st Century Innovation

Our Ravens experience rich learning opportunities that prepare them to thrive in a globally connected, technologically-intensive world.  Students work with the tools and develop the skills necessary for full participation in 21st Century life.  Our SHSM in Digital Media and our varied technology-based courses allow students to go deeper with innovation and creativity.

Learning Through Athletics

We set the example of the power of sport to develop character, teamwork, and resilience.  Our Raven athletes learn to excel by way of a full range of extra-curricular sports teams and Phys Ed courses including our Academy of Sport SHSM options and aquatics.  ESS is proud to be a provider of the Hockey Canada Skills Academy!

Arts and Inspiration

Learning in the Arts nurtures expression, increases engagement, and hones emotional intelligence.  Our Ravens explore their creativity through a number of Visual Arts courses including Ceramics and Photography, Drama courses, and Music courses.  Beyond the classroom, students celebrate the Arts through our Coffee Houses, Improv Team and much more.

Culture of Peer Leadership

At ESS, we promote opportunities for students to act as role models, innovators, and leaders.  Working in mentoring and coaching roles, our students strengthen their relationships to one another and to our whole school.  We foster student leadership inside and beyond the classroom through a variety of academic and extracurricular experiences.

Soar with the Ravens!

ESS provides learning experiences that respond to and celebrate our diversity; that honour and promote our shared past and bright futures; and that encourage and guide students towards success in school and in the world beyond.  Join us and soar with the Ravens!

 

 

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e represent the consolidated school communities of eastern Belleville and area. Eastside proudly continues the traditions of leadership and learning of our valued past. We also look ahead to opportunities that will see our students take on 21st century challenges in academics, arts, athletics, and technology in, and beyond, the classroom.We represent the consolidated school communities of eastern Belleville and area. Eastside proudly continues the traditions of leadership and learning of our valued past. We also look ahead to opportunities that will see our students take on 21st century challenges in academics, arts, athletics, and technology in, and beyond, the classroom.