Morris Academy 52 Roosevelt Ave Mount Pearl, NL · A1N 1Z8 Telephone: (709) 368-2121 Facsimile: (709) 368-0204 Principal: · Sandra Humphries Assistant Principal: · Sandra Pye QUICK FACTS Grade Level K-4 Electoral Zone Zone 14 Region Avalon East Enrollment 305 Wheelchair Accessible? No French Immersion? No OTHER

Morris Academy is located in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland. It has a grade configuration of kindergarten to grade four and is one of the 126 schools under the jurisdiction of the Eastern School District. Morris Academy has a current population of approximately 305 students, 24 teachers and 10 support staff. This includes a full-time principal, an assistant principal who teaches half-time, a Guidance Counsellor, classroom teachers, and specialist teachers (Music, Physical Education, Special Education and Learning Resources). Six student assistants, three maintenance/custodial personnel and one secretary also work at our school on a daily basis. Morris Academy was originally built as a High School in 1963. It was named after Roland Morris, the owner of the land on which the school was built. With the shift in student population and the restructuring of education, Morris Academy has undergone many changes over the years. Morris Academy served as a kindergarten to grade six school for an extended period of time. In September 1999, it became a primary school (k-3) for the first time and then in September 2006, returned to a primary/elementary school with the present k-4 grade configuration. The programs offered at Morris Academy are based on the curriculum as prescribed by the Department of Education. In kindergarten to grade four the subjects offered are Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health, Religious Education, Art, Music and Physical Education. French is provided for students in grade three and four. Morris Academy is known for its community atmosphere which functions as a family unit. Morris Academy is a member of Peaceful Schools International and is proud to be considered an "I Care" school. Morris Academy's Mission Statement is: Through the collaborative effort of school, home and community, Morris Academy is committed to providing a rich teaching and nurturing learning experience that will challenge each student. Morris Academy provides a safe and caring learning environment that fosters respect, student achievement and well being.