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In partnership with home, parish and community, the Ottawa Catholic School Board ensures that the teachings and values of Jesus Christ are integrated in all aspects of school life. By providing the necessary resources for quality Catholic education, the Board supports the development of lifelong learners striving for academic excellence in a nurturing, safe and vibrant community. All individuals are challenged to become responsible and contributing citizens in an increasingly complex and diverse world.

Divine Infant School

BOARD INFORMATION

TRUSTEE REPRESENTATIVE(S)

Gordon Butler, Chairperson

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 828-3573

(613) 828-4472

Steve Blais

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 841-2391

(613) 841-2995

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Julian Hanlon

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-2222

(613) 228-4158

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Manon Séguin

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-2222

(613) 225-4284

SCHOOL COMMUNITY INFORMATION

PRINCIPAL

Patricia Morden-Lahey

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 824-1060

(613) 830-3624

VICE PRINCIPAL(S)/DESIGNATE

Deborah Langdon

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 824-1060

(613) 830-3624

SCHOOL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Jacquie Lapratte

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 824-1060

(613) 830-3624

TRANSPORTATION

 

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-8800

(613) 224-8840

PARISH INFORMATION

  • Divine Infant

  

  

 

 

  • (613) 824-3161

INTERMEDIATE/SECONDARY AFFILIATE(S)

  • St. Matthew High School

  

  

 

 

  • (613) 837-3161
 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Divine Infant School is located in Cumberland along
the Ottawa River. D.I., our acronym, opened in 1981.
Our dynamic teaching staff encourages students to be
self-directed, independent problem solvers who strive
for excellence in an environment steeped in Catholic
faith and tradition. Our dedicated staff work with families as active partners in providing our students with a quality Catholic education.

Facilities:

The school has extensive facilities including:

  • 3 Kindergarten classrooms
  • 9 classrooms
  • Resource room
  • Literacy room
  • Computer lab with Pentium

  • Full-sized gymnasium
  • Library

Student Enrolment:

148

Number of Staff:

17

The experience of the teaching staff ranges from recent graduates to 35 years in experience.

Principal:

Patricia Morden-Lahey has 27 years of experience. This is her eleventh year as a principal.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL

CHAIRPERSON

Lisa Crack

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 837-0023

Tel:  

Fax:  

The Divine Infant School Council functions as an advisory body to the school principal and, on occasion, to the Board. The Council provides advice on a variety of issues and reflects the school community in composition and function.Meetings are held monthly.

HOW WE LIVE OUR CATHOLIC FAITH

Our Belief

The Divine Infant School community believes that a Catholic school is one in which the teachings of Jesus Christ are integrated into the day-to-day curriculum and social fabric of school life. The strength of our school comes from the Catholic faith that the staff, students and community share. We aspire to have our students develop a way of living that embodies the life of Jesus Christ.

The staff and students of Divine Infant School have many opportunities to pray and demonstrate their Catholic faith. These opportunities include: school-wide and classroom liturgies, retreats, fundraising for charities and community service.


Our Partners

Father Paul Nwaeze is invited to visit the school regularly and to participate in liturgical celebrations. The Divine Infant School community has a strong partnership with parish, school and home. Our parish representative serves as the liaison with our school and our parish.

Demonstrating Our Faith

Divine Infant School supports many charitable endeavors including:

  • Monthly food drives (St. Vincent de Paul)
  • Canadian Hunger Foundation, UNICEF, United Way
  • Catholic Education Foundation

LEARNING AT OUR SCHOOL

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Curricular Program

French Second Language

  • JK/KP: Immersion (50% English, 50% French)
  • Grade 1-6: Extended (75% English, 25% French)

Special Needs

We believe in the philosophy of inclusion and integrate all students with special learning needs into our regular activities.

Other

Computers are integrated into student programs and access to the Internet is available for students in our computer lab.

 

CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM

The students at Divine Infant School are exposed to a variety of activities. We are confident that our students benefit from the exciting co-curricular activities we offer, including:

  • Student Leadership Opportunities
  • Dramatic Arts
  • Recycling Club
  • Choir
  • Dance Showcase
  • Peacemakers / Patrols
  • Divine Infant Radio Show
  • Intramural / Interscholastic Athletic Program

SCHOOL EVENTS

Divine Infant School has a number of events that occur throughout the school year. In addition to helping students achieve academic outcomes, school events instill a sense of community among our students, their families and staff. Some of our events include:

  • Family BBQ and Dance
  • Volunteer Appreciation Activities
  • Winter Carnival / Skating
  • Advent and Lenten Projects
  • Book Fair
  • Pizza, Pita, Subway and Ice Cream Days

HOW WE KNOW WE ARE SUCCEEDING

Assessing Student Progress

The provincial assessment of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics conducted by EQAO for all students in grades 3 and 6 took place in May 2009. Students were assigned a score between level 1 (the lowest) and level 4 (the highest). Students performing at levels 3 or 4 meet provincial expectations. The school results over time are depicted in the graphs below. Provincial data is provided in the table for comparative purposes. Test results should be examined in the context of additional factors, such as other achievement indicators, the percentage of students in English as a Second Language programs, the percentage of students receiving special education support, socioeconomic factors and parental support. Detailed information about this assessment is available at the school.

DIVINE INFANT SCHOOL

Provincial20052006200720082009
Reading5962626161
Writing6164646668
Math6668696870

Demographics - 2009
4%English as a second language
4%Exempted in all 3 subjects
26%Receiving special education support

Attitudes (% agreeing)
 GirlsBoys
I am a good reader8986
I am a good writer8971
I am good at math3357

Provincial20052006200720082009
Reading6364646669
Writing5961616767
Math6061596163

Demographics - 2009
23%English as a second language
0%Exempted in all 3 subjects
27%Receiving special education support

Attitudes (% agreeing)
 GirlsBoys
I am a good reader3683
I am a good writer3633
I am good at math2133

A variety of methods are used to assess student performance at the classroom level, including teacher observation, self and peer evaluation, projects, portfolios, presentations, and classroom tests.

PRESERVING OUR SCHOOL HISTORY - LAST YEAR IN REVIEW

Our school success plan, "Everybody Learns" is based on seven gospel values from our school board's strategic plan. Our yearly theme, "Who is my Neighbour?" encourages us to continue to work closely with our school council in enhancing school community relations and improving student learning. In partnership with our Catholic School Council we run a vibrant volunteer program to assist with a variety of activities such as early literacy and raising funds to augment resources in all academic areas. Divine Infant Catholic School believes in the concept of lifelong learning for staff and students. Our teachers will be involved in various professional growth opportunities with a special focus on literacy and numeracy. Our staff, using best practices, will continue to be committed to ensuring the dignity, safety and right of every child in striving to reach their personal and academic potential.


    COMMUNITY RELATIONS

    We believe our school should be at the centre of community activities. A focal point of the community, Divine Infant School is currently running at 98% capacity, with activities scheduled weeknights and on many weekends.

    Examples of who uses our facilities include:

    • Special Community and Organizational Events
    • Recreational Activities
    • Guides, Brownies, Sparks, Cubs and Scouts
    • Gymnastics club

    Partnerships/Collaborative Activities

    • Loeb Convent Glen
    • Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation (OCRI)
    • Co-op students from St. Matthew / Carine Wilson HS

    We encourage interested groups to contact us regarding the use of our facilities.

    More About Our Students/
    School Achievement

    At Divine Infant School, we believe that it is important to recognize student achievement, participation and excellence through the presentation of awards for individual and team success.

    Some of the awards are:

    Raymond Mailhot Friendship Award, Christian Leadership, Language Arts, Mathematics, Dr. Marko Science Achievement Award, Male and Female Athlete of the Year, School Spirit Award, Leadership, Effort Award, French Language (Fierte de la Langue Francaise), Academic Achievement Award.

    Each year the Ottawa Catholic School Board honours two students from Divine Infant with a Director's Award and a Celebrating Excellence Award. Other awards, letters of recognition or placques from our local and global community have included the Canadian Hunger Foundation, Terry Fox, Cumberland Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul and our board co-operative education program.


    Last Updated: 2010-07-19 11:01:46

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