Pastoral Plan



-428625476250 SECONDARY SCHOOL PASTORAL PLANSchool Name: Notre Dame Secondary SchoolSchool Motto or Mission Statement:Justice, Love, Peace.Pastoral Theme for 2018-19: “Never Alone”Scripture: For we are God’s servants, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.?(1 Corinthians 3:9)God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. (1 John 4:16)And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age. (Matthew 28:20)Mandatory Retreats:Grade 9: St. Anne’s Parish Hall or Heart Lake Baptist Church Hall, 2-3 homeroom classes combined; “Never Alone” community-building theme, facilitated by Chaplaincy Leader G. Anderson and 6 trained peer leaders; includes pizza lunch; 8:22-2:20, 2 charter buses provided, supervised by 2 homeroom teachers plus Chaplaincy Leader. Dates: First Semester only, October 9, 15, 29, 30; tentative: November 26, December 11, 14, January 11.Grade 10: Heart Lake Baptist Church hall, one religion class, Healthy Relationships (sexuality and dating/marriage) theme, led by Jewels for Jesus Relationship Compass external facilitators (one male, one female); supervised (including walking there and back) by one Religion teacher; 8:22-2:20, pizza and salad lunch provided; no transportation provided due to proximity. Dates: November 7, 14, 21, 23, 28, 30, December 7, 12, 2018 and March-April 2019 TBA Grade 11: Four houses of worship visits (Catholic, Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh), one religion or IB class per date; Golden Rule Interfaith theme, Catholic teaching on interfaith dialogue and unity/respect; charter bus provided, Sikh vegetarian lunch experience included, 8:22-2:20, supervised by one Religion teacher; morning and afternoon reflections in school Chapel. Dates: November 14, 21, 28, 29, December 12, 13, 2018 and April-May 2019 TBAGrade 12: YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Education Centre in Nobleton; 8:22-2:20; one religion or philosophy or IB class, Leap of Faith graduation theme, charter bus provided; high ropes led by 3 YMCA staff; morning and afternoon reflections and centering prayer facilitated by Chaplaincy Leader, supervised by one religion teacher. Dates: September 28, October 1, 3, 11, 12, 16, 2018; May 1, 3, 13, 16, 21, 23, 27, 29, 2019.Other retreats (not mandatory): PIP class retreat TBA (June)Indigenous Retreat at Kanata Village, Brantford overnight at Apps Ridge camp (CEFO) April 23-24, 2019, 3 schools (10-15 students each) P. Pocock, Robert F. Hall, and N.D.; preceded by group meetings for baseline education on FNMI issues/culture, and group dynamics community-building.Co-op half-day retreats, September 13, 2018 and February 2019 (TBA) – led by Chaplaincy Leader; theme of vocation and spirituality of work; at Heart Lake Baptist Church hall; students walk with respective co-op teacher; pizza lunch included.SHSM and IB Grade 11-12 retreats and faith days: faith component and service retreats as requested e.g. Catholic Social Teaching retreat, community gardening, Canadian Food for Children Dr. Simone’s Warehouse, L’Arche Daybreak, dates TBA (generally the end of May after IB exams).Club/team retreats as requested. Activities of a Religious Nature:Activities of a Religious Nature with a substantial component of ritual and prayerWelcome Liturgy of the Word (x4) – September 25 and 26 – by grade level in the Cafeteria – presider: Chaplaincy Leader – theme “Never Alone”, half a period per liturgy (Period 1 Tuesday grade 9s; Period 2 Tuesday Grade 11s; Period 1 Wednesday Grade 10s; Period 2 Wednesday Grade 12s, plus ARD, ELL, PIP, Alt Ed)Advent Mass (x4) – December 5 and 6, 2018 – by grade level in the cafeteria – presider: Fr. John Nosan or Fr. Ravi (St. Leonard’s) – full period per Mass (period 1 Wednesday Grade 9s; period 2 Wednesday grade 11s; period 1 Thursday Grade 10s; Period Two Thursday Grade 12s plus ARD, ELL, PIP, Alt Ed)Ash Wednesday Liturgy of the Word (x4) March 6, 2019 – by grade level in the cafeteria – Presider: Chaplaincy Leader – half a period per liturgy (period 1A grade 11; period 1B grade 12 et al; period 2A grade 9s; period 2B grade 10s)Holy Thursday Stations of the Cross (x4) – April 18, 2019 – by grade level in the cafeteria – half a period per prayerful presentation – led by Drama students and Drama Teacher, produced by Chaplaincy (period 1A grade 11s; period 1B grade 12s et al; period 2A grade 9s; period 2B grade 10s)Easter Season Mass and Pilgrimage – Wednesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 9, 2019 – walk together to and from St. Leonard’s church (grades 9 & 11; 10 & 12 combined) – presider: Fr. John Nosan or Fr. Ravi at 9:30 am.Graduation Liturgy of the Word and Breakfast – June 25? TBA – led by student leaders (Chaplaincy coordinates)Sacrament of Reconciliation – Advent (December 11, 11:00-2:00) and Lent (April TBA) with Fr. John Nosan or Fr. Ravi in school ChapelMorning Mass 7:45 in the Chapel monthly pending Fr. John’s and Fr. Ravi’s availability (open to all)Centering Prayer – we will incorporate silent meditation in weekly morning prayer, retreats, Chapel visits and meetings.November 9: periods 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B Remembrance Day liturgies led by J. Tramble (social science) for all students.Other Pastoral/Outreach Activities: Pastoral ActivitiesWe will continue the process of becoming an official Fair Trade School via Fair Trade Canada. We will incorporate Fair Trade coffee, chocolate, flowers, baking supplies, etc. into cafeteria, vending machines, retreats, parent nights, reward incentives, and monthly staff breakfast potluck socials. Goal: to be certified Fair Trade by June 2019. – S. Sammut, G. Anderson, G. Raso, A. Ursic, G. Renda – SHSM, Green Knights, The World Issues Group, et al.We will STOP using school funds to buy plastic water bottles and single-use plastics for large events and retreats; instead, we will actively encourage the use of existing refill stations, tap water carafes, and bringing reusable bottles and travel mugs.Fall Food Drive – October 22-25- on the Stage - for local Brampton food banks Knights Table and Ste. Louise Outreach and parish St. Vincent De Paul Society – G. Anderson/Grade 12 IB CAS project & Ms LorkovicToys for Tots Advent collection in mid-December on the stage (period 4) – Chaplaincy and The World Issues Group“Mind, Body & Spirit” Mental Health Week November 19-23, 2018 during Bullying Awareness Week with various activities provided by support staff and The World Issues Group (A. Ursic, G. Anderson) and Chaplaincy.Indigenous Awareness (Lent focus): 6 weeks of Lent focused on justice, love and peace for First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples with Truth and Reconciliation recommendations. “No More Stolen Sisters” campaign - J. Tramble.Indigenous Retreat (with Pocock and Hall chaplains) for 10-14 students per school – Kanata Village, Brantford April 23-24, 2019 – G. Anderson and S. SammutOutdoor Garden – construct Labyrinth, sacred space, create outdoor education space, consider accessibility – J. TrambleArt Olympics – December 11 - P. McArdle, PIPOrange Shirt Day for Residential Schools Awareness – September 28 (led by J. Tramble and history class)International Women’s Day March 8 - Awareness – G. Anderson/The World Issues GroupMarch for Life – May – Ottawa – D. BilofTerry Fox Walk – September – R. Rusac, P. McArdleEaster Season food drive, ThinkFast overnight solidarity fast, Culture Shock multicultural festival near Pentecost, etc. – TBA (pending teacher supervisors)Yearbook club - infuses our Catholicity throughout and have been making greater gains in this area over the past few years of annual publications. (V. Ciavarra)Peer Mentoring program (ND Mentors) which will help make the Grade 9 transition to high school feel more welcoming and create a closer,?tight-knit school community. (D. McLachlan, L. Larner)Reinforce our school theme of "Never Alone" by placing plaques above our exits..."...as you leave this building remember, you are never alone. God is always with you” (D. McLachlan, pastoral team)Boys’ Night: November 15, A night dedicated to all grade 9 boys, providing an opportunity for fun, a sense of belonging to the school community and build peer relationships.Girls’ Night: November 22, A night dedicated to all the grade 9 girls, providing a fun environment to build peer relationships and provide a sense of belonging to the school community. ?Support Services:Anxiety group- An 8 week closed group offered to students struggling with anxiety symptoms. The group will help students to develop healthy coping strategies to manage their symptoms. (C. McLean, J. Beggs)?Grade 9 girls/ Grade 9 boys group- A 6-8 week closed group offered to assist students adapting to secondary life. Topics will include healthy relationships, stress management, conflict resolution and other topics affecting grade 9 students.Virtue and Fruit of the Spirit of the Month recognition – G. Anderson (monthly tree of virtues mural, teacher nominations, keychain and dress down day reward, virtue recognition cards, yearbook photos)Academic Awards Ceremony – October 19 – M.C. by Chaplaincy Leader G. Anderson Graduation Commencement Ceremony – June 25 – religious components (prayers, scripture reading, blessing, etc.)Chapel orientation sessions – all grade 9 and 10 religion classes as requested; teach rosary, centering prayer & silent meditation, sacred objects tour.Milk bag mats – students collect and weave plastic bags into sleeping mats to be donated overseas via Dr. Simone or other agency – A. Ursic and M. OkrugicCatholic Education Week May 6-10, 2019 is Catholic Education Week. Highlight activities or events planned for the Week:2 Masses and Pilgrimage to St. Leonard’s Parish May 8 & 9March for Life in OttawaCatholicity across the school In collaboration with each department head, departmental activities and/or events that infuse Catholic teaching, faith formation, and Catholic culture into the curriculum and the classrooms are highlighted. The content within the CGE Faith Planner may be used to support this portion of the Pastoral Plan.Department Departmental Activities and/or EventsMathematicsIn the Mathematics Department, we work to infuse Catholic teaching, faith formation, and Catholic culture into the curriculum through regular classroom prayer (often led by students), participation in all school faith-based activities (including masses, liturgies and social justice activities), implementation of social justice-minded assignments (particularly in our data management and financial math strands) and encouragement of students’ growth as Catholic students though our positive, faith-filled classroom environments.??In each of our courses we strive to address the following Catholic Graduate Expectations through thoughtful class activities, assessments and discussions:?Students will:listen actively and critically to understand and learn in light of gospel values;present information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others;think reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems;use and integrate a Godly perspective in the critical analysis of the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance the quality of life;create, adapt, evaluate new ideas in light of the common good;demonstrate flexibility and adaptability;set appropriate goals and priorities in school, work and personal life;apply effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, time and resource management skills;EnglishThe English/ELL Department?continues its journey in facilitating and witnessing that "Extraordinary lives begin with a great?Catholic Education" in the 2018/2019 school year.? Working together as a department, encouraging prayer and reflection at the start of each class, and reviewing curriculum to ensure students are provided the most effective paths to success, we will work toward?living the basic tenets of the Catholic faith.? Fortunately, the English/ELL curriculum and our choices as a department, easily lend themselves to the infusion of faith based scripture and philosophy when focusing daily study on the creation of our personal moral universe as connected to the moral universe of our faith and the characters we study; making these connections and having these vital conversations is possible through the examination of stereotypes, racism, sexism, and many other social issues as perceived through the window of a moral, Catholic universe, while encouraging students to safely question, learn and grow.? Students are encouraged to look beyond themselves through the integration of Catholic Graduate Expectations in various units of study, through their daily interaction with one another, and through their goal setting for the future.? We look forward to another year of continuing the English/ELL faith based journey within our classrooms and within the Notre Dame community, as we work with students who are already here, newcomers who just arrived, and all those who will join us in September 2018 and throughout the year, enriching the learning experience for all of us at Notre Dame!Library1. I will continue to purchase new library resources that will supplement our strong collection of books related to different aspects of social justice. I welcome resource recommendations (e.g. religion/spirituality).2. I look forward to a continued collaboration with the World Issues Group during the 2018-2019 school year. During the 2017-18 school year, I was very happy to be invited to create book displays.Special EducationThe Academic Resource Department will continue to grow in its faith journey during the 2018-19 school year by continuing to develop the following programs and supports that are essential for some, and beneficial for all. Peer Tutors – this program provides an opportunity for some of our most gifted students to share their academic talents in a supportive way – nourishing the minds of students who are in need of academic sustenance.???? Individual Education Plan – acknowledges the unique qualities of students with a focus on individual strengths and virtues.? The IEP provides an assurance that the individual will be received into a welcoming environment in all subject areas, with specific supports designed to enrich his/her particular learning profile.?? The Resource Room – welcomes all students requiring supports regardless of whether or not an IEP has been created.? This room is open to students who seek support with understanding a new language such as our English Language Learners; a safe and quiet place to complete tests/exams and class work; and a haven for students feeling overwhelmed with the demands of school/social/home stressors.? The Planning for Independence Program – recognizes the unique abilities of all students and celebrates the potential of each individual.? Student strengths and interests drive the program which is tailored to fit the individual and to provide opportunities for growth and success at a pace that is commensurate with student capabilities.? The development of life and/or work-related skills is closely linked with the awareness that because we live in a “global” village each of us must be prepared to contribute to its care and protection in whatever ways we can.? Managing the school Recycling Program is one way that our PIP students acknowledge this responsibility.? ModernsAs Moderns and Unified Arts teachers in our Catholic Board we continue to begin all classes with a prayer in either official language in order to establish a calm, reflective classroom environment. We will also strive to be more mindful of,?and compassionate towards all students' feelings and learning capacities in order to create an environment full of comfort and inclusivity in each of the courses which we teach. We will also be more aware and discerning of the particular needs of those of our students?who are suffering from mental health issues or undergoing especially difficult periods in their lives. We will also make a better effort to direct them promptly and without prejudice to the appropriate counselor or ND support staff.Business/Co-op/Computers/TechnologyEmphasizing Catholic Graduate Expectations in all classes:-Co-op retreat, in addition to grade level retreats, to reinforce the idea of service to the community, and understanding Catholic Social Teachings of Solidarity, The Common Good, etc.?-The study of Unions in Co-op and Business courses and how this links to?Pope Francis' Exhortation?“on the call to holiness”??Gaudete et Exsultate,?“Do you work for a living? Be holy by labouring with integrity and skill in the service of your brothers and sisters. Are you a parent or grandparent? Be holy by patiently teaching the little ones how to follow Jesus. Are you in a position of authority? Be holy by working for the common good and renouncing personal gain.” (GE 14)-Hospitality: grace before all meals eaten-Business: Ethical Digital Citizenship-International?Business: Study of how in 2017 El Salvador first country in the world to ban metal mining to save their water supply from International Mining companies who are exploiting their people.-Marketing: study of The Canadian Code of Advertising StandardsComputer courses: creating a database of scripture readings that students can look up/search key words?and get related scripture readings.Religion department: Implementing the new Rel. Ed curriculum for the 9s, 10s, 11 Open and 12s.School Environment reflective of our Faith These religious icons, symbols and visible expressions of our Catholic identity are present in the school environment:Classroom prayer tables with appropriate liturgical colour cloth, candle holder and LED candle, Advent wreath, Youth NRSV Bible, age-appropriate prayer books, religious sacramentals and symbols; Advent Door Decorating; Easter displays; Chapel renovations completed; Electronic Signs updated with monthly virtues and Fruits of the Spirit; mural upkeep.Collaborative School Culture These activities are organized by the School Catholic Community Culture and Caring Action Team:All staff will be provided with in-school professional development opportunities during our monthly staff meetings and P.A. Days with guest speakers to create a culture of respect and support around: anxiety and mental health issues of students; students who identify as LGBTQ; issues related to gender, dating, sexual harassment; racial/cultural/religious diversity especially as it relates to the various world religions practiced by our students and their families (Islam, Hinduism, Evangelical Christianity, Sikhism, etc.); and many more needs of our student body. These P.D. sessions will be an integral part of forming a safe, welcoming, inclusive school community. Parish Connections Planned and existing initiatives that maintain and enhance positive relationships with the local parish communities:We will continue to contact the parishes (St. Leonard’s and St. Anne’s) to collaborate on Food Drives, youth group activities, use of meeting rooms (pending insurance and contracts?) and halls for retreats. Fr. John is very good at keeping in touch via email with suggestions flowing in both directions. Connections with Archdiocese of Toronto and other religious communities as events arise.Staff Faith Development Catechesis and faith formation among our staff:Annual All Souls Staff Mass of Remembrance on Wednesday, November 7 at 7:45 am in the Chapel; Staff Prayer Partners (30 staff members pray for each other all year round); Staff breakfast social potlucks hosted by departments monthly (with Fair Trade coffee); P.A. Day prayer services; Staff Mass Friday, November 16, 2018 at 11:30 am with Fr. John; opportunities to attend Board-sponsored conferences/workshops and spiritual retreats; Morning Mass at 7:45 in the Chapel when Fr. John or Fr. Ravi is available; Wednesday morning prayer in the Chapel for staff.Transitions Students supported in the area of Transitioning from Grade 8 to Grade 9, from Grade 12 to Post Secondary as well as from one grade to another:Chaplaincy formally visits each of our 6 Catholic feeder schools for a mini retreat (75 minutes long) led by Chaplaincy Leader and 6 trained peer leaders each spring. Most of these feeder schools agree to host us.ND Mentors program – older students help younger students throughout the year.Vocations Vocations to religious life and pastoral ministries promoted through:We host visitors from TAVDA (Toronto Area Vocations Directors) annually for our grade 10 career studies and religion classes for story-telling about vocations to religious life. We will also invite speakers who live their Catholic faith in lifestyle and career choices.Signature Page Pastor St. Leonard’s Parish, Rev. John NosanChaplaincy Leader Genevieve AndersonPrincipal Manny FarrugiaSuperintendent Lucy PapaloniFaith Ambassador D. McLachlanDepartment Heads and/or Faith Reps:Religion MathEnglishPhysical EducationBusiness/TechnologyModerns/ArtsAcademic ResourceGuidanceSocial ScienceScienceVice Principal A. De FrancoVice Principal G. RendaVice Principal R. ScalzoChair of Catholic School Council D. Withers ................
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