About Us WELCOME TO SIMONDS! Simonds High is a large school, comprised of four buildings, interconnected by breezeways and tunnels. It is situated on 25 acres of land. Our vision is to provide a balanced, quality education in a positive learning environment designed to meet the needs of all students and enhance their development in becoming effective citizens. We offer a wide variety of educational pathways for students to develop their skills and interests. At the heart of our school, located in C Building, is our student support center and Learning Commons. This room features monthly artist in residence displays, technology for students, full time staff and support for everyone. It is without question the heart and hub of our school, the place everyone wants to “bee”! We offer a sensory room called the “Hive Haven” for all students to take a moment to decompress and relax. Our outdoor space is something to be envied! A beautiful and safe quad for students to socialize with friends and enjoy their breaks together. Simonds High School is committed to creating a community of empowered learners in an environment of mutual respect and trust. Students will be inspired and challenged to acquire knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values to successfully contribute to our evolving society. 🟡 Bee unique here! CLASSES & COURSES At SHS our grade 9 students have homeroom classes that are designed with them in mind – exclusive grade 9 homeroom cohorts. We focus on the skill sets grade 9 students need to be successful in high school. Grades 10, 11, and 12 students are placed in homerooms focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Citizenship to prepare our students for learning today and growth tomorrow. We boast over 13 choices of Advanced Placement courses for all students, both in-person and virtually, to meet our individual students’ needs. Locally developed course options offer our students a unique experience, developed by teachers who have a specialized interest in that area. Police Foundations, Pathology and Health Care to name a few! We also offer: Personal Interest Credits for grades 10, 11, 12. Find your personal passion and earn a credit for it! Outdoor Education for those who enjoy the outside, being active, team work and experiencing new things! Co-op opportunities for Grades 11 and 12. Essential Skills Program for students who want a more supported pathway to graduation. Metals Processing, Welding, Residential Finishing, and Mill & Cabinet. 🟡 Bee who you want here! FACILITY FEATURES BILLIARDS ROOM: Six pool tables are located on the bottom floor of C Building and are available for student use each noon hour. CHEERLEADING ROOM: Fully equipped and self-enclosed, it is located off the gymnasium and is home to the Simonds Cheerleaders. CULINARY TECH LAB: We have an industrial size kitchen facility that prepares students for employment in the food services industry. GYMNASIUM: A double-sized gymnasium is located on the main floor of D Building. The gym is equipped for all major school sports. SKILLED TRADES: We offer the largest Construction Shop and Machine Shop in New Brunswick. SWIMMING POOL: A 25 meter lap pool is located at the bottom floor of D Building and is available for student and community use. WEIGHT ROOM: This well-equipped fitness center is located near the Billiards Room in the bottom floor of C Building. 🟡 It’s always buzzing in the hive! SPECIAL EVENTS, CLUBS & COMMITTEES Christmas Cabaret Choir/Band Drama Club East/West Basketball Challenge Entrepreneurship Market Grad Class Committee Grad Class Overnighter GSA High Honours/Honours Ceremony Robotics Competitions Seabee Awards Night Spirit Committee Spring Fling Student Council Team Green (Environmental) TADD Committee Wellness Wednesdays Yearbook Committee And so much more! We encourage and invite all of our students to become involved in the many social committees we run throughout the year. 🟡 It’s always buzzing in the hive!