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SCHOOL NAME: St. Catherine Catholic School
SCHOOL INFORMATION
ADDRESS: PRINCIPAL: Martha Fitzpatrick
SUPERINTENDENT: Gerald Dagenais
TRUSTEE: Angela Kennedy
99NO OF STUDENTS:
Kevin Kobus
Director of EducationOliver Carroll
Chair of the Board
30 Roanoke Rd
Toronto ON M3A 1E9
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Oliver Carroll, Chair of the BoardDirector of Education
PRIORITY: NURTURING OUR CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
GOALS: FAITH DEVELOPMENT
To create and celebrate Catholic Community where all proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and where Catholic beliefs are modelled and integrated into the whole learning experience.
SAFE, INCLUSIVE AND HEALTHY LEARNING
To enhance the quality of the working and learning experience through improving schools and workplaces so that they contribute to positive health and respectful relationships.
INCREASING ENROLMENT AND RETENTION
To support and implement a variety of local and system initiatives that actively enhance the school profile and promote the benefits of Catholic education.
PRIORITY: IMPROVING STUDENT LEARNING
GOALS: LITERACY
To improve the overall level of students' literacy skills by enhancing their reading and writing proficiency through an interdisciplinary approach.
NUMERACY
To improve the overall level of students' Mathematical literacy skills through problem solving experiences that involve the application and communication of concepts in Mathematics.
SUCCESS FOR ALL
To improve opportunities for all our students to achieve their desired destinations through a variety of programs, supports, assessment strategies and pathways (apprenticeship, college, community living, university and the workplace).
PRIORITY: BUILDING CAPACITY TO LEAD and LEARN
GOALS: EMPOWERING CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP
To develop and support Catholic Educational Leaders who are energizing, caring, visionary, student-focused and collaborative role models in building a Catholic professional learning community.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPEMENT
To provide job-embedded professional development that focuses on broadening the range of skills, practices and attitudes needed to create sustainable improvement and better results.
OURMISSION
IN A SCHOOL COMMUNITY FORMED BY CATHOLIC BELIEFS AND
TRADITIONS, OUR MISSION IS TO EDUCATE
STUDENTS TO THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.
TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEES
2006-2007
Wards
1. Joseph Martino
2. Ann Andrachuk
3. Sal Piccininni
4. Mary Cicogna, Vice-Chair
5. Maria Rizzo
6. Christine Nunziata
7. John Del Grande
8. Oliver Carroll, Chair
9. Catherine LeBlanc-Miller
10. Barbara Poplawski
11. Angela Kennedy, Honorary Treasurer
12. Paul John Crawford
Ihor Korbabicz, Student Trustee
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416-512-3402
416-512-3403
416-512-3404
416-512-3405
416-512-3406
416-512-3407
416-512-3408
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and ACHIEVEMENT
ENVIRONMENT
IN GRADES JK-12
Kevin Kobus,
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Teacher uses Curriculum Night Scripts for Religion/Family Life, Calendar outlines for planning; Remember statements are displayed by Prayer Table; Combined grade outlines used for combined grade.
Academic Year
Teacher
Religion/Family Life Scripts for Curriculum Night, Calendar outlines for planning; Remember Statement Banner Templates Combined Grade Outlines
Ongoing
2) Strategy: Distribution and utilization of Board produced support materials
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Prayer Table contains:Cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr One: Story ShawlGr Two: TableGr. Three: Tent
Ongoing
Teacher, Principal
Classroom / school resources
In progress
1) Strategy: Prayer TableEach classroom would have a prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each Religious Education Program
Primary (JK - 3)Division:
Faith DevelopmentGoal:To create and celebrate Catholic Community where all proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and where Catholic beliefs are modelled and integrated into the whole learning experience.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Prayer Table contains: cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr. Four: Tree StumpGr. Five: RockGr. Six: Lamp
Term 1
Teacher, Principal
Classroom / school resources
In progress
2) Strategy: Each classroom would have a Prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each religious Education Program
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Religious Education Grades 4-6Teacher TextsSufficient numbers of Student textsAccompanying Music for each program
Term 1
Teacher, Principal
Born of the Spirit; Catechetical Series grades 4-6; CCCB publicationsFully Alive Program; Grades 4-6;Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family,Life Website
All required materials have been acquired.
1) Strategy: Providing/updating/renewing Religion/Family Life resources for all grade levels.
Junior (4-6)Division:
Faith DevelopmentGoal:To create and celebrate Catholic Community where all proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and where Catholic beliefs are modelled and integrated into the whole learning experience.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Prayer Table contains:Cloth (green, purple, white), Bible, Cross and appropriate symbol for grade level:Gr 7 and 8: Creed
Term 1
Teacher, Principal
Classroom / school resources
In progress
2) Strategy: Each classroom would have a Prayer table incorporating the primary symbol of each Religious Education Program
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Family Life programTeacher texts (grades 7-8)Student texts
Term 1
Teacher, Principal
We are Strong Together Catechetical Series; CCCB publicationsFully Alive Program; Grades 7-8; Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family Life Website
All required materials have been acquired.
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Religious Education Grades 7-8Teacher TextsSufficient numbers of Student textsAccompanying Music for each program
Term 1
Teacher, Principal
We are Strong Together Catechetical Series; CCCB publicationsFully Alive Program; Grades 7-8; Pearson EducationalInstitute of Catholic EducationReligion/Family Life Website
All required materials have been acquired.
1) Strategy: Providing/updating/renewing Religion/Family Life resources for all grade levels.
Intermediate (7-8)Division:
Faith DevelopmentGoal:To create and celebrate Catholic Community where all proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and where Catholic beliefs are modelled and integrated into the whole learning experience.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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d) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
More opportunities for physical activity both in class and during less structured times. 20 minutes of Daily Physical Activity during instructional day is occuring for each class.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
In progress
c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved student focus, attentiveness and time-on-task
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved cooperation between students
Term 2
Teacher
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
In progress
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
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Status:
More opportunity for students to engage in active learning(e.g. drama, dance, visual arts, music)
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Register for TCDSB Health Action Team initiative. As a team representing a cross section of the school community, identify health issues impacting on student learning and school performance. Develop plans to address these issues
Primary (JK - 3)Division:
Safe, Inclusive and Healthy Learning EnvironmentGoal:To enhance the quality of the working and learning experience through improving schools and workplaces so that they contribute to positive healthy and respectful relationships.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Safer physical school environment
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Positive/proactive approaches to student discipline
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Classroom / school resources
In progress
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
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Status:
Participation in staff certification programs (e.g. first aid, CPR, physical restraint, anaphylaxis protocol)
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
2) Strategy: Establish a school committee to identify issues and develop plans around school safety and positive relationships.
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d) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved student focus, attentiveness and time-on-task
Academic Year
Teacher
Teacher resources
In progress
c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
More opportunities for physical activity both in class and during less structured times. 20 minutes of Daily Physical Activity during instructional day is occuring for each class.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
Ongoing
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved cooperation between students.
Academic Year
Teacher
Teacher resources
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased leadership opportunities
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
In progress
1) Strategy: Register for TCDSB Health Action Team initiative. As a team representing a cross section of the school community, identify health issues impacting on student learning and school performance. Develop plans to address
Junior (4-6)Division:
Safe, Inclusive and Healthy Learning EnvironmentGoal:To enhance the quality of the working and learning experience through improving schools and workplaces so that they contribute to positive healthy and respectful relationships.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Safer physical school environment
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
Ongoing
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Positive/proactive approaches to student discipline
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Participation in staff certification programs (e.g. first aid, CPR, physical restraint, anaphylaxis protocol)
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
2) Strategy: Establish a school committee to identify issues and develop plans around school safety and positive relationships.
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d) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased leadership opportunities
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
In progress
c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved cooperation between students.
Academic Year
Teacher
Teacher resources
Ongoing
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved student focus, attentiveness and time-on-task
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Improved sense of well being and self-esteeem
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom resources
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Register for TCDSB Health Action Team initiative. As a team representing a cross section of the school community, identify health issues impacting on student learning and school performance. Develop plans to address these issues
Intermediate (7-8)Division:
Safe, Inclusive and Healthy Learning EnvironmentGoal:To enhance the quality of the working and learning experience through improving schools and workplaces so that they contribute to positive healthy and respectful relationships.
Nurturing Our Catholic CommunityPriority:
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c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Safer physical school environment
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Positive/proactive approaches to student discipline
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Participation in staff certification programs (e.g. first aid, CPR, physical restraint, anaphylaxis protocol)
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
2) Strategy: Establish a school committee to identify issues and develop plans around school safety and positive relationships.
e) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
More opportunities for physical activity both in class and during less structured times. 20 minutes of Daily Physical Activity during instructional day is occuring for each class.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health & Physical Education department staff, website and financial resources.The Healthy Active Living & Learning professional learning centres.Staff and resources through Toronto Public Health.
Ongoing
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d) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased student leadership opportunities
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Health and Safety Department Safe Schools policy Project Peace initiative Bully proofing website (http://www.tcdsb.org/bullyproofing) Cyberbullying (http://www.ophea.net) Toronto Public Health (http://www.tph.on.ca)
In progress
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Maintain the high achievement in the Language areas shown above. Seek to improve in the first reading section.
Gap Analysis:
CAT3-National Stanine 4 & Above-20052006-Grade 2
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increase in assessments used strictly to inform instruction rather than evaluation.
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased use of, understanding and analysis of running records data to inform instruction.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Increased awareness of proper Assessment for Learning practices,Including:- proper use of diagnostic, formative and summative assessment practices- focused professional dialogue about proper assessment practices- attendance at board / secreatariat sponsored workshops
Primary (JK - 3)Division:
LiteracyGoal:To improve the overall level of students' literacy skills by enhancing their reading and writing proficiency through an interdisciplinary approach.
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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Maintain or improve level of students achieving at Levels 3 and 4.Gap Analysis:
EQAO-Reading-20052006-Grade 6-All Students
c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Implementation of Reaching Readers program
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
In progress
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Maintain improved grade 6 EQAO scores in reading.
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased (proper) use of shared reading and shared writing in junior division classrooms.
Academic Year
Teacher
Classroom / school resources
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Mentorship of divisional teachers regarding implementation of shared reading and writing in both our local JLI program and our core classrooms
Junior (4-6)Division:
LiteracyGoal:To improve the overall level of students' literacy skills by enhancing their reading and writing proficiency through an interdisciplinary approach.
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
- Move some of the students performing at Level 2 in Reading and Writing to Level 3.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Teacher Resources, EQAO sample assessments from website
In progress
2) Strategy: To identify students performing at Level 2 in Reading and Writing and provide support to help them achieve at Level 3:- co-op students from local secondary schools work one-on-one with these students.- use examplars and rubrics to help students understand how to achieve a Level 3.- special education teacher and classroom teacher working closely to support the identified students.- provide opportunities for these specific students to complete sample assessments from EQAO.
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Teachers know when it is appropriate to use manipulatives and can use them effectively.
Academic Year
Teacher
Early Math Strategy pp.19-24Manipulatives Kits provided by the CEC Math Department and In-Services
Ongoing
2) Strategy: Ensure that a variety of instructional approaches are being used in conjunction with appropriate resources such as manipulatives and technology
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Consistent use of centrally provided text and support materials by all teachers in the division
Academic Year
Teacher
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-3 (2005)Early Math Strategy(2003)
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
All teachers are conversant with the revised curriculum and the new expectations
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Early Math Strategy (2003)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: Supporting the Six Math PrinciplesCurriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department In-Services
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Ensure that the expectations of the revised Ontario Mathematics curriculum and the Nelson Math program which supports it are being properly implemented
Primary (JK - 3)Division:
NumeracyGoal:To improve the overall level of students' Mathematical literacy skills through problem solving experiences that involve the application and communication of concepts in Mathematics.
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Teachers know when it is appropriate to use manipulatives and can use them effectively.
Academic Year
Teacher
Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS) pp. 25-30Manipulatives Kits provided by the CEC Math Department and In-Services
Ongoing
2) Strategy: Ensure that variety of instructional approaches are being used in conjunction with appropriate resources such as manipulatives and technology
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Consistent implementation of the new expectations by all teachers across the division.
Academic Year
Teacher
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
All teachers are conversant with the revised curriculum and the new expectations
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Teaching and Learning Mathematics (2004) – Junior Math Strategy (JMS)Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: http://www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Ensure that the expectations of the revised Ontario Mathematics curriculum and the Nelson Math program which supports it are being properly implemented
Junior (4-6)Division:
NumeracyGoal:To improve the overall level of students' Mathematical literacy skills through problem solving experiences that involve the application and communication of concepts in Mathematics.
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increase in number of Level 2 students performing at Level 3 on EQAO 2006 assessment.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
School and Teacher Resources, EQAO website
In progress
3) Strategy: To identify students performing at Level 2 in Math and provide support to help them achieve at Level 3:- co-op students from local secondary schools work one-on-one with these students.- use examplars and rubrics to help students understand how to achieve a Level 3.- special education teacher and classroom teacher working closely to support the identified students.- provide opportunities for these specific students to complete sample assessments from EQAO.
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Increase number of performing at Levels 3 and 4.Gap Analysis:
EQAO-Mathematics-20052006-Grade 6-All Students
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Consistent use of centrally provided text and support materials by all teachers in the division
Academic Year
Teacher
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 pp.76-78Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003) Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Consistent implementation of the new expectations by all teachers across the division.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Mathematics: The Ontario Curriculum Grades 1-8 (2005)Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 pp.76-78Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003) Checklist: Principal “Look Fors” in the Mathematics ClassroomChecklist: “Supporting the Six Math Principles”Curriculum Side-by-Side Comparisons at: www.ocup.org/resources/#compare CEC Math Resource Department
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Ensure that the expectations of the revised Ontario Mathematics curriculum and the Nelson Math program which supports it is being properly implemented
Intermediate (7-8)Division:
NumeracyGoal:To improve the overall level of students' Mathematical literacy skills through problem solving experiences that involve the application and communication of concepts in Mathematics.
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Teachers know when it is appropriate to use manipulatives and technology and use them effectively; particularly with students at risk
Academic Year
Teacher
Leading Math Success: Mathematical Literacy Grades 7-12 p.31; pp.47-50; and pp.57-58Targeted Implementation and Planning Supports – TIPS (2003) Manipulatives Kits provided by the CEC Math Department and In-Services
In progress
2) Strategy: Ensure that variety of instructional approaches are being used in conjunction with appropriate resources such as manipulatives and technology
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Increased attendance at Parent Information NightsIncreased awareness of Program Pathways in catholic high schoolsMore appropriate course selections by at-risk students.
Term 3
Teacher, Principal
Flyers and both Board and individual school program pathwaysBrochures.
Action to be taken
2) Strategy: Principal and grade 6 and 7 teachers encourage grade 6 – 7 students and their parents to attend the Parent Information Nights on Program Pathways at a local Catholic high school in April to May 2006.
c) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Collaboration between local secondary school, Senator O'Connor, and St. Catherine to arrange a visit to provide the opportunity for Intermediate students to experience lessons in Science and Math labs.
Term 3
Teacher, Principal
School resources
In progress
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Teachers are knowledgeable and articulate about how to prepare students for transition to secondary school.
Academic Year
Teacher
Professional Development
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Students more prepared for transition to secondary school.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Professional Development
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Grade 8 teacher and principal to meet with other elementary and secondary teachers to work together as a community of schools to improve student success and transition to secondary school.
Intermediate (7-8)Division:
Success for AllGoal:To improve opportunities for all our students to achieve their desired destinations through a variety of programs, supports, assessment strategies and pathways (apprenticeship, college, community living, university and the workplace).
Improving Student Learning and AchievementPriority:
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a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
More appropriate Grade 9 course selections by at-risk students.
Term 2
Teacher, Principal
New PerspectivesCommon Course Calendar
Ongoing
3) Strategy: Grade 8 teacher and principal will meet with parents of at-risk students to recommend high school courses and pathways that will improve chances for success.
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b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Resources that are being highlighted at the workshops being used in the classrooms.
Academic Year
Teacher
Board-wide resources
Ongoing
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Broader range of instructional and assessment strategies being used in the classrooms.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
Board-wide resources
Ongoing
2) Strategy: Support professional development opportunities that help teachers learn more about best instructional and assessment practices in reading, writing and mathematics.
b) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Broader range of activities incorporated in physical education programme.
Academic Year
Teacher
School resources
In progress
a) Evidence of Improvement:
Timeline:
Responsibility:
Resource:
Status:
Staff trying and sharing different ideas for Daily Physical Activity.
Academic Year
Teacher, Principal
School resources
Ongoing
1) Strategy: Arrange for teachers to visit Professional Learning Centres that focus on Physical Education and attend HAT meetings.
JK - 8Division:
Professional DevelopmentGoal:To provide job-embedded professional development that focuses on broadening the range of skills, practices and attitudes needed to create sustainable improvement and better results.
Building Capacity to Lead and LearnPriority: