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THE OUR KIDS REPORT:
Rosthern Junior College High School

Grades Gr. 10 TO Gr. 12 — Rosthern, SK (MAP)
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Rosthern Junior College High School:
THE OUR KIDS REPORT
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  • Grades
    Gr. 10 — Gr. 12
  • Gender
    Coed
  • Class Size
    15 — 20 students
  • Tuition
    $4,500 to 20,000/year
  • Language of instruction
    English
  • Associations
    N/A
  • Enrolment
    40 day students, 60 boarding students
  • Curriculum
    Progressive
  • EBROCHURE
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School address

  • 410 6 Ave, Rosthern, Saskatchewan, S0K 3R0 (MAP)
  • Box 5020, Rosthern, Saskatchewan, S0K 3R0 (MAP)
  • Busing available (View details)

School Busing:

RJC offers bus transferring. Service options offered are airport pick-up, regular rider, regular rider AM only, regular rider PM only, occasional rider, door-to-door pickup.

The regions RJC offers busing from are:

  • Warman
  • Osler
  • Hague
  • Waldheim
  • Laird
  • Duck Lake

Additional notes: We offer a shuttle service to pick up students around the area for $100/month

Our Perspective

How we see Rosthern Junior College High School

Rosthern Junior College began in 1905 with one teacher and eight students and a desire to fill a need within the Mennonite community. It’s grown in every way, though remains true to the initial goal of educating students through their interests and through their faith. One aspect of RJCs development that the founders perhaps couldn’t have foreseen in 1905 is the extension of the offering to international students, who now make up 15% of the student population, adding a unique perspective to the lived experience of the school. While half of the population of the school is Mennonite, the other half includes other denominations and non-denominational students, all drawn by the range of programs on offer, the personal focus, a dedication to service learning and character development. Classes are small, with lots of personal attention, which students rightly appreciate. Faculty make it a priority to take learning out of the classroom, and to build relationships with the community, something that has become a focus of the programming. Students are encouraged not only to excel academically, but also to apply their skills, abilities, and time to making a difference in the world.

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How Rosthern Junior College High School sees itself

The school administration answered our questions

Who are you, as a school?

"Founded in 1905, Rosthern Junior College (RJC) High School has a strong reputation for delivering well-rounded academic experiences to students for over 100 years. RJC offers Grades 10-12, and is accredited by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education and a member of the Saskatchewan Association of Historical High Schools; holding a high standard of education. As a high school that teaches from the Christian perspective, RJC places value on faith, service, leadership, and community in the education of its students."

  • Leadership Development
  • Out-of-Classroom Learning
  • Life-long Friends
  • Community & Belonging
  • Developing Independence
  • Safe & Secure Environment
  • Support from Teachers
  • Well-rounded approach to health & wellness
  • Personal, Academic, Spiritual Growth
  • Preparing students for life after high school

What do you do differently and uniquely well?

"A distinctive of RJC from other boarding high schools is our focus on cross-curricular and interdisciplinary learning. Our goal is for students to learn more about themselves and the world around them through the courses they take. This is done through our grade-based initiatives (Grade 10 IMAGINE, Grade 11 THRIVE, Grade 12 EXPLORE). In these programs, RJC utilizes academic best-practices and community partners to offer unique, out-of-the-classroom learning experiences."

To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

"Families often choose RJC because of the tight-knit community and small class sizes. In this environment, students find belonging and grow in their confidence and ability. The strong relationships between students and staff often lead to academic and personal success of the students."

What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

"An underrated aspect of RJC's school community is our focus on student health and wellness. This is done through our student BELONG program, led by our dormitory deans. All RJC students have access to diverse academic, physical, and emotional supports during their time as a student. Included in this is an incredible meal plan, which offers healthy and diverse food options for students. If students require additional supports, they are welcome to connect with the VP of Student Life."

What might families find surprising about your school?

"The level of participation in school activities is very high at RJC. In a typical year, approximately 80% of our students are involved in the athletics program, 91% are involved in the music and arts program, and 80% of RJC students join a school club. We believe when students are invested and involved in activities they are able to thrive in all aspects of learning."

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Insider Perspectives

How people from the school’s community see Rosthern Junior College High School

Video reviews of Rosthern Junior College High School

Parent, Sanne Gillingham (2022)

Watch our parent interview with Sanne Gillingham to get the inside scoop on what it’s like to have a child attend Rosthern Junior College High School.

Alum, Kate Boyer (2021)

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Alum, Kenna Forrester (2020)

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Written reviews of Rosthern Junior College High School

(4.9)

Parent, Karen Linsley (2022)

Coming from a city school to a school with large classes our daughter has benefitted from the smalle...

(5)

Parent, Sanne Gillingham (2022)

Our daughter transferred from the local high school to RJC High School for her grade 11 and 12 year....

(4.8)

Parent, Melanie Boldt (2020)

Both our sons attended RJC for high school. Our firs child was not sure that this was a good idea. W...
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School leadership

Top-down influence on the school’s direction and tone

Message from school leadership

Ryan Wood, Principal
Masters of Education

Welcome to RJC High School!  We are a small school that makes a big difference. Our small class-sizes, supportive staff and student-centered programming allow our diverse student body to meet a variety of personal and academic goals, all within the safety of a supportive community.  We have an excellent dormitory program, along with many opportunities in athletics and the arts. We pride ourselves in educating the whole person and in preparing leaders for a life of faith, service and peacemaking. We are excited about the impact our students make in the world, and the success that they achieve in their personal lives.   If you are looking for a place that combines educational excellence with personal growth and making a difference, join us at RJC High School!

 

Sincerely,

Ryan Wood
Principal, RJC High School

 

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