our school. grade 8 parent information night november 29 th, 2010 welcome to st. theresa’s high...
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Our School
Grade 8 ParentInformation Night
November 29th, 2010
Welcome toSt. Theresa’s High School
Principal’s Welcome
Administration Team
PrincipalBern Tate
Vice- PrincipalsGeorge LuckKim Weishar
What is God’s Plan for Me?
Sometimes, I lie awake at night,Not reading or listening to music,But just thinking about my day, whether sorrowful, joyful, or just ok.And I wonder,What is God’s plan for me?This is such a critical point in my life,Between childhood and adulthood,A time when emotions rage, Pressures surround,and change is in every breath we take.I am moving on to another school, Making new friends, and eventually, I’ll be on my own,In a world that can be harsh, cold, cruel,But also beautiful, enchanting, and perfect.At times we can be discouraged from our goals,Or they could be in open reach,But through it all,I wonder,What is God’s plan for me?
~Katie Bonacini
Our Mission Statement
St. Theresa's High School is a community which celebrates
our Catholic faith and spirit by accepting
the challenge of living the Gospel.
As partners in learning, we will dedicate ourselves
to developing the necessary skills and attitudes
that will enable us to contribute to the well-being
of our local and global community.
St. Theresa’s Catholic High School
Your Child’s Transition to High School
November & January• St. Theresa’s visits Catholic feeder schools
January - March• Registration packages distributed• Grade 8 Orientation Day – February 2, 2011• Registration Forms are to be submitted to Student Services by February 18, 2011
September 2011• Grade 9 Student Bar-B-Q
Diploma Requirements
30 Credits: 18 Compulsory, 12 Elective
40 Hours of Community Involvement Activities
Literacy Component (Grade 10 Literacy Test/Grade 12 Literacy Course)
What do you need to graduate ?18 compulsory credits
Students must earn the following compulsory credits to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma:
• 4 credits in English• 3 credits in mathematics• 2 credits in science• 1 credit in Canadian history• 1 credit in Canadian geography• 1 credit in arts• 1 credit in health and physical education• 1 credit in French as a second language• 0.5 credit in career studies• 0.5 credit in civics• Religion (grades 9 – 12)
Plus one credit from each of the following groups:
• 1 additional credit in English, or French as a second language, or a Native language, or a classical or an international language or social sciences and the humanities, or Canadian and world studies, or guidance and career education, or cooperative education
• 1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, or business studies, or cooperative education
• 1 additional credit in science, or technological education, or cooperative education
In addition to the compulsory credits, students must complete:
• 12 optional credits
• 40 hours of Community Involvement activities
• the Provincial Literacy requirement
A maximum of 2 credits in cooperative education can count as compulsory credits.
Courses in Grade 9
English Applied/Academic/Locally Developed
Math Applied/Academic/Locally Developed
Science Applied/Academic/Locally Developed
Geography Applied/Academic
French Applied/Academic
Religion Open
Phys. Ed. Open
Elective Open (Efforts will be made to give students will get first choice)
greater emphasis on theory as a basis for future learning and problem solving
an emphasis on independent learningprepare students for university and college
level course in grades 11 & 12
Types of Courses
focus on the essential conceptsemphasize practical applicationsrelate to familiar real-life situationsopportunity for hands-on application prepare students for college and workplace courses in grades 11 & 12
available to students who need specialized learning designed to assist students who require additional
academic support in specific subject (English, Math, Science – grades 9 & 10)
prepare students for workplace level courses in grades 11 & 12
these courses are chosen in consultation with grade 8 teacher, parents, and the St. Theresa’s Transition Team
Sample Timetable
ENG1P (applied English) CGC1P (applied Geography)
HRE1O (Religion) MFM1P (applied Math)
SNC1P (applied Science) FSF1P (applied French)
PPL1O (Physical Education) AVI1O (Visual Arts)
Semester 1 Semester 2
Religious Education
R Grade 9 Be With Me
Grade 10 Christ and Culture
Grade 11 World Religions
Grade 12 Church and Culture
Grade 9 Retreat
Chaplaincy
Celebrating Our Faith
Social JusticeWalk for Water
Guidance Program
• Guidance program is organized into three areas of learning: student learning, interpersonal development and career development
• Instruction and support will occur in a variety of settings: individual, group and classroom
• All students will be assigned a guidance counsellor to assist and support them throughout high school
Special Education
Student Support Centre
Individual Attention
Individual Education Plan
Identification, Placement and Review Committee
Course Selection
Student Success• Student Success Team assists with a students’
transition to high school• Individual Timetabling – build on their strengths
in first semester • Consider substitution for compulsory credit where
the challenge of obtaining credit appears unattainable (can make up to 3 substitutions)
• Struggling students can take a Learning Strategies Course (GLE1O) in first or second semester in consultation with parents, grade 8 teacher and our transition team.
• Credit Recovery Program
Uniform
All students must wear the school uniform properly every school day and at all school related functions.
Students must arrive and depart from the school in complete uniform including bus loading time.
The last teaching Friday of each month may be set aside as a CIVVIES DAY.
Grade 8 Orientation
Co-Curricular Activities
House Activities
School Spirit
ARTS
Musical Theatre
Comedy – This year “Price Check for Murder”
Arts Nights
Battle of the Bands
Vocal Performance Group
Instrumental Band
Music Revue
CD Compilations
Musical Theatre
Jesus Christ Superstar
Arts Night
Instrumental Bands
St Theresa’s CD Compilations
ATHLETICS
Volleyball
Basketball
Soccer
Golf
Tennis
Cross-Country Running
Nordic Skiing
Cheerleading
Curling
Badminton
Ice Hockey
Track & Field
Mountain Biking
Rowing
Rugby
Ball Hockey
GOLF -OFSSA Silver Medalists 2010
VOLLEYBALL
BASKETBALL
ICE HOCKEY
TRACK AND FIELD
CHEERLEADING
SOCCER
RUGBY
CLUBS
Outers Club
Student Administrative Council
Amnesty International
Green Streak
Peace Team
Relay for Life Committee
Outers Club
Student Administrative Council
More Reasons to Choose St. Theresa’s
Enthusiastic and Dedicated Staff
Numerous Elective Courses
Community School
Grade 9 Transition Program
Dedicated to Student Credit Accumulation
Active Student Voice & Student Initiative
Warm & Friendly Atmosphere
Meet Our Departments
Walk about the school and meet teachers from the following departments:
English Math
Science French
Religion Computers & Business
Arts Guidance/Student Services
Co-curricular Special Education
Chaplain
Technology (wood, transportation, hospitality)
Co-operative Education
Teachers will be available to answer specific questions about
their area.
Thank you for you attendance this evening.
General Questions
Specific Questions about programs or your son/daughter can be answered following the
general questions by the guidance staff.