Parents
At Joan of Arc Academy, we believe that a strong partnership between school and home is essential for student success. Here, you’ll find everything you need to support your child’s experience at our school, from volunteering opportunities and after-school program details to uniform guidelines and access to our education management system. Explore these resources to stay connected.
After School Program
We understand the challenges of balancing work and family life. That’s why we offer a comprehensive after-school program, available from 4:15 p.m. to 6 p.m., where your daughter will be supervised by our bilingual staff. Whether she wants to work on homework—with support available in all subjects, including French—or participate in fun extracurricular activities like dance, arts and crafts, and musical theatre, there’s something for everyone.
Parent Volunteering
Parents and guardians of students at Joan of Arc Academy take part in school life through volunteer activities. Their diverse backgrounds give the school a wealth of experience from which to draw. Each family volunteers at least 15 hours of their time to school activities annually or pays a volunteer service fee. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
Uniforms
Wearing a uniform at Joan of Arc Academy is an integral part of our school culture, reinforcing a sense of unity, discipline, and pride among our students. The uniform not only fosters a focused learning environment by minimizing distractions but also encourages equality, ensuring that each student is recognized for their individuality and achievements rather than their attire. By wearing the school uniform, our students embody the values of respect and responsibility, preparing them for success both within and beyond the classroom
Uniform Guidelines:
All students are required to arrive at school in uniform and must wear it at all times while at school and during field trips unless otherwise instructed. Students in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5 are not permitted to change out of their uniform before leaving the Academy unless a parent is present to supervise. Students in Grades 6 to 8 may change out of their uniform before leaving school, but only at the end of the day.
Primary Uniform (JK to Grade 5)
- Tunic with the school crest or Navy-blue pants with a white blouse or plain white turtleneck.
- Navy-blue cardigan or vest with the school crest (required with pants).
- Navy-blue knee-high socks with tunic or ankle-length navy socks with pants.
- Navy zip-up hoodie with the school crest is allowed.
Intermediate Uniform (Grades 6 to 8)
- Regulation kilt or Navy blue pants with a white blouse fully buttoned up and a tie.
- Navy-blue vest or cardigan with the school crest.
- Navy-blue knee-high socks with kilt or ankle-length navy socks with pants.
- Navy zip-up hoodie with the school crest is allowed.
Physical Education Uniform (All Grades)
- Navy-blue shorts with the crest and Grey t-shirt with the crest.
- Running shoes with non-marking soles (gym use only).
- Intermediate students need comfortable pants and a long-sleeved shirt for outdoor classes.
Summer Uniform (Optional)
- Primary: White blouse or green polo shirt with navy-blue skort and short navy-blue socks.
- Intermediate: Regulation plaid kilt with white blouse, tie, or green polo shirt. Navy-blue vest is optional.
- Short navy-blue socks allowed.
Non-Uniform Days
- Participate in the theme or wear your uniform.
- Mid-length shorts are permitted.
- Tops should fully cover midriffs and have straps.
Spirit Wear
Once or twice a year, our Spirit Wear Shop opens, giving students and parents the opportunity to purchase all their JOA gear. This includes a range of spirit wear items that allow students to proudly display their school spirit in a fun and comfortable way. Keep an eye out for announcements regarding shop opening dates to ensure you don’t miss the chance to stock up!