Situated in Markham, Ontario, Bur Oak Secondary School derives its name from the road it is located on, which honors the city’s official tree, the Bur oak. Since its opening in September 2007, the school has consistently exhibited strong academic performance, achieving an impressive 10th place out of 676 schools in the province in the 2015 Ontario secondary school rankings. The school also provides a variety of student organizations and clubs, along with a dedicated Student Activity Council, enhancing the overall student experience.
933 Bur Oak Ave., Markham L6E 1G4
Phone: (905) 202-1234, (647) 795-7657
Fax: (905) 202-1236
Email: bur.oak.ss@yrdsb.ca
Bell Times: 8:15 AM – 2:55 PM
Highlights
Bur Oak Secondary School stands out for its student community, as it includes a variety of student-led organizations that actively contribute to the school’s lively atmosphere. Throughout the academic year, the school hosts numerous events, including the annual back-to-school barbeque, Bossilicious in September, and a Summer Carnival in late May. These events, organized by the Student Activity Council, academic departments, and student clubs, provide opportunities for socializing and creating lasting memories. In a historic moment for the school, the Special Needs class participated in the Ontario Sears Drama Festival in 2015. Their groundbreaking performance, titled “Shoes,” creatively showcased the aspirations of youth facing challenges such as autism and developmental delays. This marked the first time in 69 years that a special needs class actively contributed to the program, highlighting Bur Oak’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Academics
Bur Oak SS offers the Specialist High Skills Major Program in Arts & Culture, Business, Energy, Health & Wellness, and Non-Profit. The school also offers the Advanced Placement Program as well as the Dual Credit Program through which, students can take college or apprenticeship courses that count towards their Ontario Secondary School Diploma and a postsecondary certificate, diploma, degree or a Certificate of Apprenticeship.
Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
Students may get involved in a wide array of clubs and activities. Some of these include:
- Anime Club
- Computer Programming Club
- Debate Club
- Drama Club
- Improv Team
- K-Pop Club
- Muslim Student Association
- Newcomers Network
- Science Club
Sports and Athletics
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Cross Country
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Cricket
- Rugby
- Swimming
- Badminton
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Track and Field
- Mountain Biking
- Baseball
References
Bur Oak Secondary School. (n.d.). Academic Advisers. Retrieved December 1, 2023, from https://www.academicadvisers.com.hk/schools/bur-oak-secondary-school/#:~:text=Some%20of%20the%20opportunities%20available
Bur Oak Secondary School. (2023, November 1). Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bur_Oak_Secondary_School
Pages – Bur Oak Secondary School. (n.d.). Www.yrdsb.ca. Retrieved December 1, 2023, from http://www.yrdsb.ca/schools/buroak.ss/pages/default.aspx
Pages – BOSS Sports Teams. (n.d.). Www.yrdsb.ca. Retrieved December 1, 2023, from http://www.yrdsb.ca/schools/buroak.ss/DeptPrograms/physed/Pages/Opportunities.aspx
