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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.

McMaster Catholic School

BOARD INFORMATION

TRUSTEE REPRESENTATIVE(S)

Gordon Butler, Chairperson

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 828-3573

(613) 828-4472

Mark D. Mullan

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 746-9118

(613) 746-9742

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Julian Hanlon

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-2222

(613) 228-4158

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Tom D'Amico

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-2222

(613) 225-40793

SCHOOL COMMUNITY INFORMATION

PRINCIPAL

Stephen Gay

Tel:  

Fax:  

731-8841

731-8842

VICE PRINCIPAL(S)/DESIGNATE

Chantal Guitard

Tel:  

Fax:  

731-8841

731-8842

SCHOOL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Gail Walton

Tel:  

Fax:  

731-8841

731-8842

TRANSPORTATION

 

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-8800

(613) 224-8840

PARISH INFORMATION

  • Resurrection of Our Lord

  

  

 

 

  • (613) 733-4661

INTERMEDIATE/SECONDARY AFFILIATE(S)

  • St. Patrick's Intermediate School

  

  

 

 

  • (613) 733-3736
 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Opened in 1965, McMaster Catholic School is located in the Alta Vista area. Our mission is to foster a nurturing environment where all children are encouraged to grow and develop to their fullest potential in a spirit of cooperation and friendship.

Facilities:

The school has extensive facilities including:

  • 2 kindergarten classroom
  • 9 primary/junior classes
  • Computer Lab

  • Large gymnasium
  • Resource room
  • Conference room

Student Enrolment:

251

Number of Staff:

22

The experience of the teaching staff ranges from recent graduates to 32 years in experience.

Principal:

Stephen Gay has 13 years of experience. This is his first year as a principal.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL

CHAIRPERSON

Janice Yerxa

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 738-6158

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Fax:  

The McMaster Catholic 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 on a monthly basis.

HOW WE LIVE OUR CATHOLIC FAITH

Our Belief

The McMaster Catholic 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 McMaster Catholic 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 is invited to visit the school regularly and to participate in liturgical celebrations. The McMaster Catholic 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

McMaster Catholic School supports many charitable endeavors including:

  • OK Clean Water Project
  • United Way
  • Canned Food Drives
  • Jump Rope For Heart

LEARNING AT OUR SCHOOL

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Curricular Program

French Second Language

  • JK/KP: Immersion (50% English, 50% French)
  • Grades 1-3: Extended (75% English, 25% French)
  • Grades 4-6: Extended (75% English, 25% French) or Immersion (50% English, 50% 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 McMaster Catholic School are exposed to a variety of activities. We are confident that our students benefit from the exciting co-curricular activities we offer, including:

  • Intramural and extramural sports program
  • Peer Mediation
  • Choir
  • Cooperative Games
  • Environmental Green Team
  • Gr. 6 Leadership Activities
  • Before/After School Program

SCHOOL EVENTS

McMaster Catholic 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:

  • Liturgies/Celebrations
  • Book Fairs
  • Family Skate Night
  • Monster Mash
  • Annual Family Barbecue
  • Winter/Spring sports days & ongoing sports activit
  • Environmental activities
  • Spirit Assemblies

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.

MCMASTER CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Provincial20052006200720082009
Reading5962626161
Writing6164646668
Math6668696870

Demographics - 2009
6%English as a second language
9%Exempted in all 3 subjects
6%Receiving special education support

Attitudes (% agreeing)
 GirlsBoys
I am a good reader7984
I am a good writer5068
I am good at math4363

Provincial20052006200720082009
Reading6364646669
Writing5961616767
Math6059596163

Demographics - 2009
5%English as a second language
0%Exempted in all 3 subjects
17%Receiving special education support

Attitudes (% agreeing)
 GirlsBoys
I am a good reader8081
I am a good writer7067
I am good at math6086

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

The staff at McMaster Catholic is committed to providing quality programs within a learning environment that promotes the fullest possible development of the individual. With the support of the school community, the school will attempt to provide educational experiences that are motivating and challenging, and which encourage and support risk-taking, while developing responsibility and leadership. This year at McMaster Catholic we are focusing on the following ongoing and new initiatives: Early Literacy and use of the 4-Blocks Literacy Framework, Early Numeracy and the ongoing use of Math manipulatives, continuing "Green School" program, implementing the Ontario Curriculum, generating interest in the Arts and DPA, McMaster Monthly Math Stars for grades 2-6,opportunities for Grade 6 leadership, monthly spirit assemblies, promoting communication among school, home and parish, and implementing our "Steps to Respect Program" which we reinforce in our monthly newsletters and at our assemblies.


    COMMUNITY RELATIONS

    We believe our school should be at the centre of community activities. A focal point of the community, McMaster Catholic School is currently running at 123% capacity, with activities scheduled weeknights and on many weekends.

    Examples of who uses our facilities include:

    • Before & After School Club Program
    • Soccer Programs

    Partnerships/Collaborative Activities

    • Ottawa-Carleton Regional Police
    • University of Ottawa School of Nursing
    • Ottawa University Teacher Education Program
    • The Knights of Columbus

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

    More About Our Students/
    School Achievement

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

    McMaster Catholic School recognizes some of the students' achievements with the following awards: Academic Achievement and Effort, Sports and Stewardship Awards. Public speaking is important for all students and we promote the improvement of this lifelong skill by recognizing students who participate in our school's public speaking contests.

    The McMaster Catholic School community also believes it is important for students to excel in a group environment. Therefore, we salute student involvement with our participation awards: Jade School Award, Litterless Lunch Awards, Drug Awareness Poster Contest Awards and French and English Spelling Bees.


    Last Updated: 2010-07-07 14:21:58

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