St. Oscar Romero believes in the importance of developing the whole student and provide the facilities and collaborative culture to support academic rigor and study, as well as the development and nourishment of athletics, fitness, fine arts, fashion and culture, culinary and vocational based programming.
Location
St. Oscar Romero High School is situated in the Callingwood community right beside the Jamie Platz YMCA and the Callingwood Arenas. It is across the street from a diverse shopping area. The school serves high school students who live south of 87th Avenue to the river and west of 149th Street to the city limits.
Our Mission
Inspired by our namesake's dedication to justice, the mission of St. Oscar Romero School is to provide a Catholic education that nurtures students to grow into empathetic leaders, driven to make meaningful change in themselves, their communities, and the world.
Key Features
- St. Oscar Romero opened in September 2004.
- Romero offers Filipino, French and Spanish languages, as well as offers the opportunity to challenge language exams.
- Advanced Placement (AP) courses
- A professional learning community that emphasizes a collaborative approach to education among staff and students.
- Emphasis on diversity with a student-centred approach to learning.
- Focus on community building and a personalized approach possible in a smaller high school
- Online courses in partnership with St. Joseph High School through their Modular Digital Learning (MDL) are offered to allow greater flexibility for students in filling their timetable.
- Strong social justice program to follow the example of our school's namesake.
Resources
- School Chaplain
- Science Labs
- Labs for Art, Music, Drama, Construction, Fabrication, Foods, and Fashion
- Modern Gymnasium and Fitness Centre
- Student Services in our Success Centre
- Family-School Liaison Worker (Registered Social Worker) and Mental Health Therapist
- Cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
- Strong working relationship with the Jamie Platz YMCA and the Edmonton Public Library, both located in close proximity to the school
- Adjacent to Callingwood Arena