History
The school first opened in 1922 at the corner of Askin Street and Wharncliffe Road South, with 290 students and 10 teachers. The growing school moved to its current location on Tecumseh Avenue in June 1928, six years later.
School pride was a focus right from the early years. According to the school's web site, early students recited a daily pledge: "We're here to win the day for the garnet and grey, and to London South we pledge allegiance now". The school's Latin motto, virtus repulsae nescia sordidae, means "courage will never know ignominious defeat." They are also known for their cheer: "Garnet and grey, garnet and grey, knock them down and lead the way! Hit 'em low and hit 'em high, fight 'em, fight 'em, SCI! Go, South! Fight, fight, fight!" and "(Clap, clap, clap, clap) Iron 'em out! Iron 'em out! Iron 'em out! Iron 'em out! Smoooooth!
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