Saunders' school colours are red and gold and its mascot is a sabre-tooth tiger.

In spite of this, in January 1969, the London Board of Education approved the Westmount location for the school.

On April 18, 1994, arsonists set fire to Saunders forcing the evacuation and temporary closure of the school, as well as an extensive rebuilding of the rear part of the building.

Current tech programs include: photography, broadcasting, electrical, computer engineering (offering CCNA & A+ certifications), woodworking, automotive, autobody, drafting graphic design, machine shop, welding and a newly added art welding course.

Saunders also offers courses in science, physical education, family studies, business and administration, computer programming, and others.

[citation needed] The Saunders junior football team won the city championships in 2007 for the first time in ten years.