Head’s Welcome

Dear students & families,

Our current educational landscape offers many quality choices for our children’s education. For those of you continuing the journey with Rundle, thank you for choosing our program. I hope that you and your children continue to enjoy the ‘Rundle Experience.’

For families new to Rundle, let me share the essence of the ‘Rundle Experience’ with you and reinforce the benefits of the very important educational choice you have made.

In 1985, Dr. W.J. Collett and Dr. R.C. Conklin founded Rundle and set out to create a world class educational institution where students would not fall through the cracks of a larger system and where they could reach their full potential. Their vision included small class sizes and students taught by the most talented and dedicated teachers. Our founders believed that, through this essential combination of class size and instructional excellence, students would be stewarded to achieve their very best. To this day, we have an unwavering focus on the shaping of inspired minds and unparalleled character in each and every one of our students.

It is our hope that each student who attends a Rundle school will be an engaged, valued and understood member of our school community. We aspire to see our students take full advantage of each element of our ‘Pathways to Learning’: Character, Academics and Co-Curriculars.

Character At Rundle, character comes first. Our students’ pursuit of strong character through our values, Together: Be Kind, Be Curious, Be Well, is central to their success in our program and in our world. We believe that, above all else, a child who embodies fine character will go forward and not only live a happy and fulfilled life; they will also have an opportunity to change the world for the better. Academics Academics have always been the focus of our programs. The academic results of Rundle students consistently rise above the provincial averages on subject-specific diploma exams, a direct reflection of the quality of instruction our students receive and their commitment to their studies. In alignment with our values, students are supported as they embrace interests beyond academics. Rundle’s program of studies provides students with time to focus on mental and physical wellness, volunteering, athletics, co-curricular clubs, global connections and humanitarian pursuits.

Co-Curricular

Co-curricular pursuits balance the ‘Rundle Experience.’

Admittedly, none of Rundle’s programs are community schools, so we aim to create community in our schools. We build this community by providing co-curricular opportunities in the form of clubs, activities and teams. There is a diversity of experiences for students to get involved in; from academics, to the arts, to athletics, to character pursuits, there is something for every student at Rundle.

One thing I continue to marvel at is the strength and agility of our staff, students and community. One shining example of this ability to deliver exceptional education in the face of adversity was during the 19-20 school year when the world was faced with the COVID-19 global pandemic. While schools were closed, Rundle rallied and continued to deliver opportunities to our students in all aspects of our pathways to learning. Through our REEDS program (Rundle’s Excellence in Education through DistanceDelivery System), we saw students engaged in learning through curriculum, co-curricular activities and character initiatives. Although the challenge of COVID was a formative one, our response met the adversity head on and as result, our community stayed connected, positive and learning.

Through the pursuit of excellence in the pathways to learning, we hope that we will develop learners whose grades are impressive; however, their grades will be the least impressive thing about them.

Dr. W. J. Collett and Dr. R. C. Conklin were visionaries. Every day, every member of our community continues the tradition of excellence in education that they championed.

I look forward to welcoming you and your family to the Rundle community.

Sincerely,

Jason B. Rogers Head of School, Rundle College Society