Vaughan Secondary School, public secondary school in Vaughan, Ontario
Vaughan Secondary School is a large school in Thornhill, Ontario, with multiple floors of classrooms and portable buildings to accommodate additional space. The campus features a wide main lobby, a cafeteria, and a stage where students perform or present their work regularly.
The school first opened in 1989 and originally served students from grades nine through twelve. Recently, it was renamed because the original name carried links to a troubling past, and the school sought a more inclusive identity.
The school was renamed Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School to honor a Somali-origin journalist who shared her community's stories until her tragic death in 2019. This change reflects the school's commitment to acknowledging the diverse backgrounds of its students and creating a welcoming place for everyone.
The school is easy to reach by public transit, with local buses and a nearby train station providing convenient access. Families can also drive comfortably on nearby major roads, and the campus has parking available for visitors.
The school operates a student-run radio station, 90.7 RAV-FM, as part of its broadcasting class. This project lets students learn about media and share stories with the wider community.
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