Dr. Allan King of Queen's University in his landmark study The Good School identified a strong extra-curricular program as playing a key role in developing students' sense of belonging and satisfaction. His findings showed that a broad, well-delivered co-curricular program greatly enhances the atmosphere of a school and students' sense of well being. As well, co-curricular activities help students to identify with their school, and participation encourages them to socialize and become friends with fellow students; all these factors contribute to good "school spirit".

Thorold’s extensive co-curricular program offers activities of interest to all students in the school. Students are encouraged to participate fully in the athletic, artistic, social and cultural life of the school. Involvement in the school's co-curricular program will enable students to make new friends and develop talents and interests outside the regular school curriculum. Coaching, leadership and supervision of our co-curricular program is provided voluntarily by members of our teaching staff as well as by interested members of our community.

The costs involved are obtained from the school budget, activity card sales, fund raisers and by the students themselves.

All clubs and teams welcome Grade 9 students as well as students new to the school. Orientation sessions and the morning announcements keep students posted on club and team meetings.

Involvement in school activities is recorded for points toward the school letter, for inclusion in the student resumé and for consideration in the granting of awards and scholarship.

Overview of the Program

A. ATHLETICS ->

• Badminton
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross-Country
• Football
• Golf Team
• Hockey
• Rowing

• Rugby
• Slo-Pitch
• Soccer
• Swimming
• Track & Field
• Volleyball
• Wrestling

B. CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES ->

• Art Club
• Band
• Book Club
• Cheerleading
• Chess Club
• Drama Club
• Fashion Show

• French Contests
• Hiking Club
• History Club
• Improv Club
• ISCF

• Math Contests
• Newspaper
• Recycling / Environment
• Yearbook

C. LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT ->

• Ambassadors
• Community Policing
• Leadership

• Student Council
• School Letter Awards

• Football