“Voice alumni have been coming to us for the last four years, and without exception, they have all been extraordinary students. Their approach to education is fresh and determined, but they are also citizens of the world: their framework is expansive, their personalities generous.”

Mark Young
Principal, The Abelard School

“Thank you for providing such an amazing place for children to learn, to be responsible for the things they do, for challenging them and for showing them their potential. Our daughter is so very happy, so very challenged and more importantly we see her growth in more than just academics. Thank you!!”

Michelle Vaux
Parent

“We wanted to let you and your staff know just how much we appreciate all the hard work you have done with both our children.

We feel so lucky that our children have been involved in an inspiring school such as V.I.S. Your commitment to excellence and global awareness is truly refreshing and exactly what this generation of kids needs in their lives; a sense of matter, responsibility and trust to all that you can be and more. Emma and Elliott have flourished under the leadership of both you and your team of teachers, and for that we are truly grateful.

All of your hard work and dedication is reflected in each of our children.

Keep up the great work!”

Donna and Bill Watson
Parents

“An unhappy student struggling with her academic identity, our daughter was not living her potential at her previous school. In a short time after starting at Voice, she became interested, engaged, proud of her successes and most specifically began down the creative road that we are certain will define her life. And she has never looked back. Due to your leadership and your amazing group of energetic teachers, she did indeed find her Voice! . . . The world would certainly be different and so much better if every child had the Voice experience.”

Lisa Stevens & Jamie Button
Parents

“I want to express my thanks to you. You have created such an outstanding school that is truly exceptional in the way it elevates the students to want to do their best – for themselves. Voice has given our son a sense of confidence that he will carry forward in his life as a student and as an adult. He believes in himself.”

Sue Scinocca
Parent

“My 12 year old sons (twins) enrolled at VIS this past September for Grade 7.  The collective commitment, energy and talent of the teachers and staff at Voice never fails to leave a positive impression on me each time I visit the school, speak with a  teacher or discuss the school day with the boys at our dinner table.
How many 12 year old boys are inspired by their Math teacher? Dance around the house because their dance teacher has shown them how to be comfortable with  their growing gangly bodies? View Canadian history as fun, important and relevant? Or encounter an  English teacher who has the enthusiasm and ability to make  Macbeth relevant to their Grade 7 lives? ………. Marie Lardino’s vision of a school based on high academic expectations, and encouragement and respect for each child’s individual capabilities and talents is clearly evident in  the growing intellectual and emotional confidence in both of my children.”

Claire M. Tallarico
Parent

“I came to VIS in the middle of my grade 7 year. Having attended various middle schools with varied success, I began as a sceptic. In time I realized that this school was different. VIS manages to combine the atmosphere of a small school with a rigorous curriculum, thus instilling in its students a life-long love of learning. It was there that I first discovered my passion for global issues, foreign languages, and dance. Today I find myself an active Young Liberal, a fluent French speaker, and dance instructor. I left that school a confident young person with the spirit and the work ethic to take on the world. And with luck, VIS will continue to recognize and nurture the inexhaustible potential of its kids.”

Patrick Lum
VIS Alumni

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your school for providing our son with an educational experience that met all our expectations. Your dedicated and enthusiastic teaching staff brought to him the quality education we were striving to find, to better prepare our son for future learning institutes and life experiences… Our son truly did enjoy his VIS two year experience and will miss your school, but he is a better prepared young adult to take on new future challenges.”

Richard & Michele Lees
Parents

“Where else are all Grade 8’s offered a placement in any of the high schools of their choosing?  This speaks, not only to the academic excellence, but also to the “emotional intelligence,” to which your philosophy embodies.  Voice students stand out!”

Kathleen O’Hara
Parent

“The school with its expectations, vision, teachers and direction has given the opportunity for my daughter to thrive and expand her horizons, and she has wholly embraced it. I’m a happy parent!”

Karin Serre
Parent

“After trying 2 public schools and 3 private schools, Voice is the only place where we’ve found a true community atmosphere  where everyone is supported to share who they really are, and express their own unique gifts. While academics are important, giving our children a strong sense of self is imperative. That’s what will carry them forward with confidence and the courage to make their own way in the world.”

Debra Gould
Parent

“Perhaps it is inappropriate so early in the school year for fan mail but I must say I feel compelled. My daughter has always enjoyed school so we expect her to be enthusiastic. We did not expect, however, the overwhelming reaction she has had with your program.
She simply loves Voice: the teachers, the curriculum, the attitude, the discipline and the students. Everything. Even math, previously compared by my child to cough medicine, is now one of her favourite subjects. On Tuesday evening she was so excited about her Social Studies homework that it was challenging getting her to go to bed. Voice is a very special place. Congratulations and thank you.”

Nick Hector
Parent

“The VIS students have always shown a determination to understand issues and concepts presented to them with an open and inquisitive mindset. They are constantly excited to explore the world around them as it is now, as it once was, and what it could be like through their questions and comments. The staff always amaze me with their energy for teaching, their commitment to each student and their ability to motivate their students to learn. A great school with which to be associated.”

Neil Fortin
Head of Outdoor Education – Camp Kawartha & The Kawartha Outdoor Education Centre

“I found your students bright, curious, optimistic, humane, compassionate and invigorating. And I do not use those adjectives lightly. Good for you, for Voice and for them. There is a bright future out there for all of us if these kids keep it up. Adults should be as open-minded and aware.”

Robert I. Blanshay
Barrister & Solicitor

“Your school provides so much nurturing and guidance in a safe and beautifully serene environment.  I think the kids leave at the end of the day relaxed and able to deal with life better……..learning cannot be done in an atmosphere of chaos and bullying.”

Darlene Pellman
Parent

“….my daughter has told me several times since last week how much she loves her school……she’s thrilled to be learning so much…”

Carol King
Parent

“As the parent of two VIS graduates, I am confident that my children are equipped with the academic preparation, critical thinking abilities and skills necessary in order to function effectively as part of a team.   Most importantly, however, my children now possess the awareness that they are part of something much bigger – a global community.”

Lynn Kieran
Parent

“The school is a fabulous and unique facility and everyone, students, staff and parents seem energized and raring to go. I’m sure that this is the result of an incredible amount of work and we want you to know that it is appreciated.”

Ann Fox and Bruce Dow
Parents

“Just a quick note to all of you at Voice to let you know that our son is a confident, capable student this year and very much enjoying his learning experience in high school.  He would not be the person he is today without the empowering support the of the Voice Intermediate School community.  We feel very fortunate to have found you when we did.”

The VanDeursen family
Parents

“Yesterday I saw a spark in the eyes of those 8th graders that I’ve only seen very few times when working with young people at that age; the intelligent questions, the undivided attention and the sincere sense of interest I experienced is only a testimony to the caliber of education and support they are receiving from you and the teachers at your school.
I am confident that students from VOICE will grow to take well deserved leadership positions in their communities and become part of a very positive change that our country and the world badly needs.”

Suhail Abualsameed
Guest Speaker
Passages to Canada Program, The Dominion Institute