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Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre 28 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive Etobicoke, Ontario M8V 4B7 Principal: Mr. Frank DeFina Vice Principal: Ms. Carmela Cocuzzoli Mr. Gabriele Piccolo Telephone Number: (416) 393-5540 Fax Number: (416) 393-5761 Website: www.fatherredmond.com This Agenda Belongs To: ______________________________________________ FATHER JOHN REDMOND CATHOLIC S.S. AND REGIONAL ARTS CENTRE Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre is a co-educational school located in south Etobicoke. The school was founded in 1985, first as a south campus for Michael Power/ St. Joseph High School and then as a newly established school. Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre is named after Father John Redmond C.S.B., former priest, who died unexpectedly on September 21, 1981, after a brief illness. He believed in a holistic approach to education and felt strongly about the role academics, athletics, and the arts should play in the development of the total person. He excelled in coaching track and field teams and won numerous league, city, provincial and international competitions including an unmatched 11-year reign as Ontario Federation of Schools Athletic Association (OFSAA) champions. Father John Redmond was a Basilian priest, a man of prayer, and an inspirational leader who embodied the finest traditions and qualities of a Catholic educator. In June 2005, the TCDSB designated this school as a Regional Arts Centre, specializing in Music, Dance, Theatre Arts and Visual Arts. The school also offers a Congregated Advanced Placement program. Students who graduate from Father John Redmond Catholic Secondary School and Regional Arts Centre are challenged to carry on in a manner that Father John Redmond demanded of himself. Our graduates are called to pursue excellence, exercise judgment wisely, and to be people of prayer who are kind, respectful and sensitive to others. The Father Redmond community is a partnership between dedicated teachers and students who value a Catholic Education, and parents who want the best Christian and academic learning environment for their children. This philosophy is succinctly expressed in our school motto: ‘Cursum Consumavi Fidem Servavi’ I have finished the race; I have kept the faith. “I do not run like a man who loses sight of the finish line. In fact, I do all that I do for the sake of the gospel in the hope of having a share in its blessings.” (1 Cor. 10:26.23) 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Program P. 4 Parent/Guardian Guidelines P. 14 Code Of Conduct P. 18 PACT In the TCDSB P. 22 Violence Prevention P. 22 TCDSB Acceptable Use Policy for Technology P. 23 Emergency Procedures P. 25 Attendance Procedures P. 26 Inclement Weather P. 28 Medical & Personal Information Changes P. 28 Cafeteria Usage P. 29 Smoking On School Property P. 29 Field Trips P. 29 Lockers P. 29 Spares P. 30 Visitors P. 30 Student Crime Stoppers Program P. 30 After-School P. 30 School Uniform P. 31 Parking P. 32 Awards P. 32 Co-Curricular Activities P. 35 Regular School Timelines Schedule P. 37 PLC Schedule P. 37 Father John Redmond CSS & Regional Arts Centre And The Local Community P. 38 Calendar P. 39 3 ACADEMIC PROGRAM DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS To be eligible for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must earn a minimum of 30 credits distributed as follows: Compulsory Credits (Total of 18) 4 credits in English (1 credit per grade) 1 credit in French as a Second Language 3 credits in Mathematics (at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12) 2 credits in Science 1 credit in Canadian History 1 credit in Canadian Geography 1 credit in the Arts 1 credit in Health and Physical Education 0.5 credit in Civics 0.5 credit in Career Studies Plus one credit from each of the following groups: Group 1: additional credit in English, or French as second language, or a Native language, or a classical or international language, or Social Sciences and the Humanities, or Canadian and World Studies, or Guidance and Career Education, or Cooperative Education. Group 2: additional credit in Health and Physical Education, or the Arts, or Business Studies, or French as a second language, or Cooperative Education Group 3: additional credit in Science (Grade 11 or 12), or Technological Education, or French as a second language, or Computer Studies, or Cooperative Education. Religious Education Requirement Catholic faith formation is an important focus in Catholic Secondary Schools. Each student is required to take a full credit course in Religious Education each year. The Ministry of Education recognizes all Religious Education courses as credits which can be used to fulfill diploma requirements. All University/College courses in Religious Education are recognized by post-secondary institutions for admission purposes. Students must successfully complete the Grade 12 Religion Education course in order to be eligible to participate in the Father John Redmond graduation ceremony. Community Involvement Activities As part of the diploma requirements, students must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community involvement activities. These activities may be completed at any time during their years in the secondary school program. Students, in collaboration with their parents, will decide how they will complete the community involvement. 4 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test is a requirement for all Grade 10 students working towards a high school diploma. It measures how well students are meeting the reading and writing expectations across subjects in the provincial curriculum up to the end of Grade 9. Students must pass the test to be eligible for graduation. Types of Courses: Grades 9 – 10 In Grades 9 and 10, five types of courses are offered: enriched, academic, applied, locally developed compulsory and open courses. These courses set high expectations for all students. Academic and Applied courses differ in the balance between essential concepts and additional material, and in the balance between theory and application. • Enriched or Congregated Pre-Advanced Placement Courses: Are courses offered in Grades 9, 10 and 11 which prepare all students for success in University. These courses gradually prepare students to write first year university exams in their final year of high school. This enrichment program is offered in Mathematics, French, English and Science, • Academic Courses: Focus on the essential concepts of the discipline and also explore related concepts. Develop students’ knowledge and skills by emphasizing theoretical, abstract applications of the essential concepts and incorporating practical applications. • Applied Courses: Focus on the essential concepts of the discipline. Develop students’ knowledge and skills by emphasizing practical, concrete applications of the concepts and incorporating theoretical applications. Focus on practical applications and concrete examples. • Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Courses: Focus on essential skills. Use relevant and practical activities that provide opportunities for students to develop their literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills. Prepare students for future studies in Grade 11 and 12 workplace preparation courses. Meet compulsory credit requirements in English, Mathematics and Science • Open Courses: Are offered in all subjects other than those offered as enriched, academic, applied or locally developed compulsory. Comprise a set of expectations that is suitable for all students at a grade level. Prepare students for further study in certain subjects. Enrich students’ education generally. Types of Courses: Grades 11 and 12 Courses offered at this level will prepare students for their post-secondary destination. They include the following: • College Preparation Courses: Were developed in close collaboration with colleges. Are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet entrance requirements for college programs and some apprenticeship programs. Emphasize concrete applications of the theoretical material covered in the course and also emphasize the development of critical thinking and problem- solving skills. 5 • University Preparation Courses: Were developed in close collaboration with Universities. Are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to meet entrance requirements for university programs. Emphasize theoretical aspects of the course content but also include concrete applications. • University/College Preparation Courses: Were developed in close collaboration with both universities and colleges. Include content that is relevant for both university and college programs. Are designed to equip students with both the knowledge and skills they need to meet the entrance requirements for specific university and college programs. Emphasize both theoretical aspects and related concrete applications of the course content. • Workplace Preparation Courses: Were developed in close collaboration with representatives from a variety of workplaces. Are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for direct entry into the workplace or for training programs offered in the community. Allow students to prepare for a variety of jobs, training programs and careers. Include cooperative education and work experience placements within the community. Emphasize the development of generic employment skills, as well as independent research and learning skills.

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