Kelvin High School

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Kelvin High School
Kelvin High School Seal.jpeg
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View of Kelvin High School from Strafford St and Kingsway
Address
Kelvin High School
155 Kingsway Avenue

Winnipeg
,
Manitoba
,
R3M 0G3

Canada
Coordinates 49°52′23″N97°10′3″W / 49.87306°N 97.16750°W / 49.87306; -97.16750
Information
School type Public, High School
Motto"Courage, Truth, Right"
Founded1912
School district Winnipeg School Division
SuperintendentMatt Henderson
PrincipalTimothy Cox
Grades 9-12
Enrollment1350 (2024)
Language English and French immersion
AreaSouth Central Winnipeg
(River Heights, Fort Rouge, Crescentwood)
Colour(s)Cherry and Grey   
MascotThe Clipper Ship
Team nameKelvin Clippers
Website www.winnipegsd.ca/schools/Kelvin/Pages/default.aspx

Kelvin High School is a public high school in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The school is located in the neighbourhood of River Heights. Kelvin teaches grades 9 to 12 and is part of the South District of the Winnipeg School Division. [1]

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History

The school was founded in 1912 as Kelvin Technical High School. The name was later changed to Kelvin High School, [2] because of the increasingly academic focus of the school and the shift in the term "technical" in an educational sense. The school is named after the mathematical physicist and engineer William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin.

Kelvin Technical High School c. 1912 Kelvin Technical High School in Winnipeg circa 1912.jpg
Kelvin Technical High School c. 1912
A metal plate that appeared on the original Kelvin Technical High School. Kelvin Technical High School.jpg
A metal plate that appeared on the original Kelvin Technical High School.

Many Kelvin High School students fought in World War II. More than fifty were killed in battle. This inspired the 2005 documentary, The Boys of Kelvin High: Canadians in Bomber Command, which was produced by Clifford Chadderton, a distinguished Canadian Forces infantry commander and Kelvin High School alumnus.

The original 1912 school building was replaced by the current one in 1964. The French Immersion Program was introduced to the school in 1978 [3] and the International Baccalaureate Program was introduced in 1981. [4] In the 1991-92 school year, the Kelvin High School Charter of Rights and Responsibilities, which contains the rights of those who attend Kelvin, was ratified by the students. [5]

During the mid-1990s, Kelvin underwent some changes in its academic structure. Originally, the school taught only grades 10-12. Grade 9 was added at the beginning of the 1995-96 school year, which significantly increased the student population. As per Department of Education guidelines, special education students were also integrated in that year. [2] In the 1996-97 school year, Kelvin High School introduced semesters into its schedule.

An addition, which includes two art rooms, two classrooms, and a computer lab, was constructed in 2002-03. [6] Other minor construction projects were also completed in that year. A second gym for the school is listed as the Winnipeg School Division's top priority. [7] The goal of constructing a second gym has been partially achieved with the creation of the 'Active Living Centre.'

Academics

In addition to a standard high school curriculum, Kelvin High School offers a French Immersion Program for grades 9-12, [8] as well as the IB Program for grades 10-12. [9] Kelvin offers a variety of courses which include Mathematics (Pre-Calculus, Applied, Essentials, and Introductory Calculus), English, Health, Social Studies, Geography, History, Chemistry, Physics, Art, Band, Choir, Drama, Digital Animation Studio, Graphics, Foods and Nutrition, Clothing and Design, Woodworking, and Computer Science. [10]

Athletics

Many students at Kelvin participate in or support the athletic teams. The sports that are offered are Cross Country, Football, Rowing, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, Hockey, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Basketball, Indoor Track, Darts, Curling, Table Tennis, Badminton, Golf, Outdoor Track, Indoor Track, Rugby, Soccer, and Team Handball. [11] The school has an athletic banquet near the end of every school year to give out awards for achievement in athletics.

The school mascot is the Clipper Ship. Students are colloquially known as 'Clippers'.

The sports teams have rivalries with Sisler High School, Grant Park, Oak Park, and St. Paul's.

Causes

The Kelvin Causes Committee has raised hundreds of dollars for War Affected Children in Uganda. S.E.E.D.S. (Students for Ethical Environmental Development and Sustainability) launched a school-wide composting program and has plans to develop a green roof, wind generator and solar panels to reduce Kelvin's carbon footprint. As well as Kelvin's annual Holiday Breakfast, hosting an inner city elementary school each year for a day filled with games, presents, yummy food while spending time with Kelvin High school students.

In addition, the school has a student group called HASTA (Hopeful Aware Students Taking Action), which organizes events and raises money and awareness for different global issues.

Notable alumni

List of notable alumni of Kelvin High School: [12] [13]

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References

  1. ↑ "South schools. Kelvin High School". Archived from the original on February 4, 2012. Retrieved October 12, 2012.
  2. 1 2 "About Kelvin" Archived 2012-05-07 at the Wayback Machine , July 20, 2012.
  3. ↑ "FRENCH IMMERSION DIPLOMA « École secondaire Kelvin High School". Archived from the original on June 13, 2012. Retrieved July 21, 2012.
  4. ↑ "International Baccalaureate", July 20, 2012.
  5. ↑ "Kelvin High School Charter" Archived 2012-05-07 at the Wayback Machine , July 20, 2012.
  6. ↑ "École Secondaire Kelvin High School". Archived from the original on January 15, 2013. Retrieved October 12, 2012.
  7. ↑ Martin, Nick (October 9, 2012). "Oct 2012: Province ponders regional schools". Winnipeg Free Press.
  8. ↑ "French Immersion Diploma" Archived 2012-06-13 at the Wayback Machine , July 20, 2012.
  9. ↑ "International Baccalaureate", July 20, 2012.
  10. ↑ "Kelvin High School Departments" Archived 2012-07-22 at the Wayback Machine , July 20, 2012.
  11. ↑ "Athletics & Physical Education" Archived 2012-05-07 at the Wayback Machine , July 20, 2012.
  12. ↑ "Historic Sites of Manitoba: Kelvin Technical High School (55 Harrow Street, Winnipeg)".
  13. ↑ "Kelvin High School celebrates 100 years | CBC News".
  14. ↑ Allen, Gren (October 14, 1941). "Calling the Signals". Winnipeg Free Press. Winnipeg, Manitoba. p. 15. Lock-green.svg
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