St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School

In 1989, St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School first opened its doors. It welcomed 200 eager ninth graders. The school wasn’t always known as St. Oscar Romero. It began its life as York Humber High School in 1967. The Toronto District School Board originally ran it. Then the Metropolitan Separate School Board leased it in 1989. This marked the birth of York’s first Catholic high school. It was initially called Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School. The school’s name has evolved, reflecting the journey of its namesake. With Romero’s beatification in 2015, the school became Blessed Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School. Finally, after his canonization in 2018, it received its current name: St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School. St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School sits at 99 Humber Boulevard in Toronto. Its motto, “Community, Justice, and Knowledge,” guides its mission. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum. Students can explore academic, applied, or open levels in subjects like English, math, and science. St. Oscar Romero boasts modern technological resources. Six computer labs, Wi-Fi access, and Chromebook and iPad labs equip students for the digital age. A Macintosh lab supports the media and communication technology program. The school’s commitment to technology extends to app development courses and programming. A woodworking shop complements the construction technology program. Beyond academics, St. Oscar Romero fosters a vibrant extracurricular life. The “Romero Raiders” compete in various sports. Volleyball, basketball, golf, tennis, badminton, and baseball are just some of the options. Students can also join clubs and committees. The Student Council, Romero Clean-Up, and the NYH Food Bank are among the opportunities. Arts Alive, the school’s art show, and the Share Christmas BINGO event further enrich student life.