Situated in Winnipeg’s North End, École secondaire Sisler High School is a public high school and the largest high school in Manitoba. Operating as a dual-track school offering both English and French Immersion language programming, the campus features a comprehensive facility designed to support academic, artistic, and athletic development. The school's mission is to provide a safe, respectful, positive working and learning environment where students are inspired to pursue personal excellence and are encouraged to take risks and ask questions to further enhance their education in a meaningful and personal way. It operates on a non-denominational basis.
Academic Excellence and Innovative Programs
The school integrates innovative pedagogical delivery systems, including inverted classrooms, hands-on applied technology training, and collaboration with industry experts. It offers dual-credit opportunities through articulation agreements with the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg’s Practical, Applied & Distant Education (PACE) program, allowing students to earn university credits in emerging fields such as application development, game design, and web technologies. Additional academic offerings include Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the CREATE Program focusing on Graphic Design, Interactive Digital Media, and Motion Picture Arts, applied technology training in drafting, electronics, power mechanics, and woodworking, cyber-security programs, inclusive education, English as an Additional Language (EAL) programming, and an Indigenous Youth Leadership Program alongside Indigenous graduation support.
Educators utilize cutting-edge digital learning strategies, including ubiquitous Wi-Fi access, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives, and global videoconferencing, allowing students to connect beyond traditional boundaries.
Visual & Performing Arts
The Visual & Performing Arts department provides comprehensive programs in art, dance, drama, band, and choir. Students have opportunities to join multiple ensembles including jazz and concert bands, as well as vocal jazz and chamber choirs. The music program regularly participates in local festivals such as The Winnipeg Optimist Festival and collaborates with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.
Athletics and Extracurricular Activities
The school features an extensive extracurricular and athletics program where students, known as the Spartans, can engage in a wide range of sports including rugby, soccer, football, basketball, hockey, curling, track and field, badminton, cricket, volleyball, golf, and cross-country running. The athletic department supports multiple teams and encourages school spirit through active participation in interscholastic competitions.
Admissions and Tuition
Students within the Winnipeg School Division catchment area are admitted based on school division policies. Public funding applies to residents of the Winnipeg School Division, while a per-credit fee applies to students who live outside the Winnipeg School Division catchment area. For international students, admissions and fees are handled through the Winnipeg School Division International Education program.
Enhancing academic performance involves a combination of consistent study habits, active classroom participation, and effective time management strategies. Students often benefit from establishing a structured daily routine that balances coursework, extracurricular activities, and adequate rest. Utilizing resources such as academic counseling, peer study groups, and teacher office hours can help clarify complex concepts and reinforce classroom learning. Additionally, setting realistic, measurable short-term goals allows learners to track their progress and maintain motivation throughout the school year. Developing strong organizational skills, minimizing distractions during study sessions, and engaging practically with course materials further support long-term educational success and personal growth.
