Welcome to York Street Public School!
We are a community school in Lowertown Ottawa that serves 300 students and their families from Kindergarten to Grade 8. At York Street, we strive for students to feel they belong in a safe and inclusive environment. Educators have high expectations for students where they can learn, grow, explore, and discover. Students are encouraged to problem-solve by asking questions, testing theories, and producing models. Every student is capable and responsible for their progress in learning and we look forward to supporting them along this journey.
We have a breakfast and snack program that runs daily and supports all students at the school. Please join Miss Alana and Miss Smith at 7:20 am for breakfast (West side entrance). Our school runs different extracurricular activities throughout the week and we encourage all students to participate.
Construction is happening at York Street. We are in the final stages of revamping the lower level of the school. You also may have noticed the school grounds look a little different. The school board installed a new playground in the kindergarten area and we were fortunate that it was ready for the first day of school. We also have two outdoor classrooms, an outdoor garden, a volleyball net, basketball courts, and a soccer field.
We invite and encourage parents/guardians to come to school and be part of our learning community. All parents/guardians receive an update via email at the start of every month. Our monthly School Council meeting is held on the second Tuesday of every month from 1:30 - 2:30 pm in the school library. School Council is a place to engage in conversation about learning at school and to meet the parents/guardians of children at school. We are always happy to have new faces join us around the table.
We look forward to a terrific year and to working with you as a partner in your child’s education. Please do not hesitate to contact me at 613 239-2214 at jonathan.coupland@ocdsb.ca.
Jonathan Coupland
Principal at York Street Public School
