Community
Cooperation
Communication
Courage
Critical Thinking
Consequences
Compassion
When our doors opened in 1995 we had four students.
Over the past 33 years we have taught over 2500 young people.
95% of the students who register, graduate!
History
In 1995 teacher James Watts and businessman David Brereton designed a new kind of school: one aimed at meeting the needs of de-motivated students.
This unique school is built on the following values:
Community
Cooperation
Communication
Courage
Critical Thinking
Consequences
Compassion
From this platform, we use high school subjects as vehicles to help each student discover his or her purpose. To do this we physically explore our world and enthusiastically experience life, actively engaging our students in their own learning. Ultimately we discover that when we intentionally invest in the lives of others, we are truly rich!
Over the past 33 years, we have watched hundreds of students thrive in this stimulating learning environment.
James Watts
Principal - Teacher
B.A. English literature
B.Ed. TESL
M.Ed. Educational Psychology
Ph.D. Education
James Watts is the founder of EdPus High School. He is an enthusiastic teacher who uses many different methods to share lessons with his students. He is the parent of two young adults, a recipient of the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence, an annual presenter at QPAT, and a sought-after public speaker. He is also the author of Happy Parent – a novel about parenting teens.
Parent Testimonials:
"Mr. Watts is not a conventional teacher. He uses the canvas of city life to create a stimulating learning environment. He takes his students out of the classroom to help them explore their physical and mental capacities."
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"My son was falling through the cracks of the system and was just about to give up in Adult Ed when he tried a course at EdPlus (...). The change in him was amazing and I know it was due to Mr. Watts and his teaching, commitment and leadership of his team/students."
Student Testimonials:
"This school rocks! I can't stop learning stuff."
Kim Perry
Administration
B.A. Human Relations
Kim joined the EdPlus team in 2005. Her original task as office manager soon expanded into guidance counsellor, "nurse", and substitute teacher. Other responsibilities include meeting with parents, coordinating special events and inviting guest speakers. Kim's office has become a safe place for students who need a time out or a pep talk.
Jessica Zhang
Teacher
B.Ed., B.A. psychology,
M.Ed. Counseling Psychology
Emily Legault
Teacher
B.A. History
M.A. Teaching and Learning
With a background in psychology and education, Jessica is passionate about guiding people toward reaching their highest potential. She creates a supportive learning environment where students feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow. With a psychology-informed approach, she helps students understand their strengths, build healthy habits, and ultimately, develop the skills and confidence to thrive beyond high school. Some of her interests include health and wellness, spirituality, and self-development. She is the parent of two young children, practices mindfulness meditation, and has a deep appreciation for nature and traveling.
Emily is a Educator who is passionate about critical thinking and finding opportunities to learn in everyday life. She has experience working with students at different grade levels in various institutions. She enjoys supporting students in their learning and encouraging them to think about the world in new ways. Using creativity, life experiences, and connections to the present day, she brings a personal approach to the classroom. She enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time in the sun.
