At Gobind Sarvar we provide a high standard of academics and provide multiple opportunities for students to be leaders in the school. The focus of Gobind Sarvar's academics is to build problem solving
At Gobind Sarvar we recognize the different learning styles of students and make it a priority to incorporate hands-on learning as much as possible. Teachers are made aware of the 9 multiple intelligences and design their lesson by focusing on at least two of the intelligences. Students learn practical ways to apply their learning in real-life applications.
We value the importance of literacy and as such emphasize the importance of literacy with daily designated literacy blocks. Students are exposed to literature in the classroom, online and through Book Truck visits. Gobind Sarvar uses a school-wide Balanced Literacy program. Strategies such as read alouds, shared reading and guided reading are used to enhance students' comprehension skills. Students also have access to an online reading program (Raz-Kids), which students use on a regular basis.
The science and math programs we offer at school are also very hands-on.
To enrich our students' learning we provide opportunities for students to have field trips both in and out of school. These field trips allow students to reinforce, support, extend and enhance the concepts that they have learned in their classes. These field trips also provide students the opportunity to learn from others who expertise in specific fields, and participate in hands-on experiential learning.
Students are encouraged to build leadership skills both in the classroom and in school-wide events. Students organize “Sarbat da Bhalla” (which translates to “for the wellbeing of all”) projects. Seva is an important aspect of Sikhi, and through these projects students are encouraged to give back to the community. These projects allow students to develop leadership abilities and encourages them to get an understanding of the impact that they can have on the society.
At Gobind Sarvar we recognize the importance of celebrating and showcasing the learning that goes on in the classrooms. As such we encourage students to participate in exhibitions, competitions and presentations to celebrate their learning. Students in the higher grades have the opportunity to participate in academic events such as the Science Fair, spelling Bee, Mathletics Contest and math contests. The Science Fair is held annually and projects are judged by a panel of judges. Projects are selected based on the criteria set by the Science Fair Committee. Every year, our students participate in the regional Science Fair held at the University of Calgary.