St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
Our mission is to Prepare Students for Lifelong Success in the 21st century through Excellence in Catholic Education
“Doing God’s Will Well”
St. Josephine Bakhita ’s Catholic Focus
At St. Josephine Bakhita our school vision embraces that each student is called by name and promotes student achievement. We believe that all students are created in the image of God and we are blessed with the opportunity to help foster their individuality as their diversity is celebrated. We promote a positive, inclusive, caring and safe environment in which students can learn academics, social behaviours and strengthen their relationship with God. We strive to understand their behaviours and all that may influence them. Students are provided a plethora of opportunities to excel through various school activities
(sports, clubs, committees, etc.). The teachers work collaboratively to help devise opportunities for students and to help strengthen each other's instructional skills. Students engage in cooperative learning and accountable talk whilst learning about respect, acceptance and acknowledging other's ideas. We integrate the virtues program into our classroom programs and school wide initiatives to help students embrace these virtues in their daily lives. It is through recognizing that we are all called by name that we promote such a positive school culture.
1. St. Josepine Bakhita School community models, celebrates and nourishes gospel values in the teaching and learning of our Christ-centred programs and services.
• Virtues education and liturgies
• Sacred space in all classrooms and common areas
• Gospel readings and reflections over the announcements daily
• Environmental focus-renewal and stewardship
• Monthly Virtues Assemblies
• Focusing on importance of Family and Community i.e. Grandparent’s Day
• Supporting and attending events in the community through Brampton Northwest Connects Committee ( Teachers, Families in the Community)
• Christmas and Thanksgiving Food Drives
• Learning Environment
1. Please summarize the school’s most recent EQAO primary division (Grade 3) assessment performance.
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St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
• Primary Reading: 60%
• Primary Writing: 78%
• Primary Mathematics: 57%
Observations regarding school progress in primary EQAO:
The Three-Part Model in Mathematics and the Inquiry Process will be a primary focus for us this year. St. Josephine Bakhita will dedicate many professional development sessions throughout the school year to furthering our understanding of teaching and learning in mathematics and to move our students forward in math
2. Please summarize the school’s most recent EQAO junior division (Grade 6) assessment performance.
• Junior Reading: 86%
• Junior Writing: 79%
• Junior Mathematics: 37%
Observations regarding school progress in junior EQAO:
Numeracy continues to be the school wide focus this year with an emphasis on Three-Part Model,various forms of assessments and the use of math manipulatives. Mathematics instruction will be a direct focus in the Junior division this school year. Classroom teachers will be provided in-service opportunities through various avenues to explore ways to improve teaching and learning in numeracy.
3. Describe how the school community supports and provide opportunities for life-long learning.
• Transition Planning for Grade 8 to Grade 9
• After School Homework Help
• Teachers following the Differentiated Instruction model for teaching and aware of the diverse learners in their class and school
• Teachers and Support Staff are actively involved in on-going professional learning attending courses and various workshops
• Teachers and Support Staff work collaboratively throughout the day to help students achieve success.
• Welcome to Kindergarten Night
4. Outline ways the school demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement in student achievement and supports the well-being of all learners.
• Silver Birch Book Club ran by the Librarian
• Differentiated Instruction occurs in all classrooms
• Teachers work collaboratively with one another across the divisions and the students and community recognize this
• SMART Board technology is used to enhance program delivery
• Technology is integrated within the curriculum with the use of iPads.
• Monthly divisional meetings focusing on a collaborative inquiry
• Integration meetings to plan next steps for students
• Strong special education TEAM that is very thorough with needs of the students, monthly TEAM meetings
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St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
• Special Assignment Teacher working with all divisions
Community Engagement
1. St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic School Councils reflect the diverse Catholic community.
• Strong School Council that encourages parents to join in the partnership of their child’s education
• Representative from the Parish form a strong bond with the faith community
• Very active and supportive School Council who provide numerous community events
2. St. Josephine Bakhita school team builds and sustains community partnerships and collaboratives (e.g., collaborative relationships, Success By 6 Peel)
• Peel Police RAID program
• Students attend the Safety Village
• Students attend Brampton Fire Facilites at Chingacousy Park
• Students, Families, and Staff attend events at Cassie Campbell that are sponsored by Brampton Nothwest Connects Committee thoughout the year
• Working with Peel Police and the Christmas Food Drive
Parish-Home-School
1. St. Josephine Bakhita promotes the engagement and active participation of the parish and home as a fundamental component of student success.
• The whole school attends mass at St. Leonards Church once a year
• Provide announcements regarding the parish over the P.A. System
• Encourage parents to be part of sacramental preparation
• Participation at the St. Josephine Bakhita Feast Day celebration
Physical Environment
1. St. Josephine Bakhita engages in activities that models and promote good stewardship of resources?
• School “ Re-cycling Team”
• Celebration of Earth Day
• Promotion of healthy snacks and food in the school
• School Eco Team
2. Outline the ways the school demonstrates financial responsibility.
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St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
• Maintain a balanced budget
• Following financial procedures as outlined throughout Board policy documents
• School budget is aligned to school goals and student learning
• Commitment to financial accountability and transparency
• St. Josephine Bakhita school demonstrates financial accountability by ensuring that funds are collected and expensed by the school in compliance with all Board protocols.
• Annual Budgets reviewed monthly
• Fundraising activities are determined in consultation with the Catholic School Council and are reported upon as per Board protocols
• Purposeful spending in support of the Catholic School Learning Plan
• Social Justice and Community fundraising
• Charitable donations to community and outreach program wherever possible
• Prompt attention to health and safety reports and response to acts of vandalism
• Students are encouraged to be responsible stewards of all school learning materials
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St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
Creating Catholic Conditions for Well-Being, Learning and Leading
Outcomes
1.0 By the end of three years, there will be an increase in successful practices that support well-being.
Action Plans
Catholic Graduate Expectations
Respectful conditions for well-being, learning and leading in a positive climate
School Bullying Prevention initiatives
Building Collaborative Practices Through Inquiry
Outcomes
2.0 By the end of three years, there will be an increase in successful practices that support collaborative inquiry.
Action Plans
Embrace collaborative inquiry as a process for learning
Enhancing Transitional Practices
Outcomes
3.0 By the end of three years, there will be an increase in successful practices that support transitional practices.
Action Plans
Engage collaboratively in transitional practices to support learner well-being and development.
Knowing the Learner through Assessment
Outcomes
4.0 By the end of three years, there will be an increase in sucessful practices that support knowing the learner through assessment.
Action Plans
Assessment 'For' and 'As' Learning are planned and implemented throughout learning
If we create balanced assessments of learning then we will have a better understanding of student learning in our classrooms.
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St. Josephine Bakhita Catholic Elementary
School
Learning Plan
Responding through Effective Instruction
Outcomes
5.0 By the end of three years, there will be an increase in successful practices that support effective instruction.
Action Plans
Continue designing effective lessons making use of collaborative work in flexible groupings.
Creating a Growth Mindset in a Culture of High Expectations
If we use Open Ended questions in our Three-Part Lessons then all levels of learners will become better Problem-Solvers.
Review the Seven Mathematical Processes
Three-Part Math Lesson Model
Outcome Timeframe
Long-term
Medium-term
Short-term
Not Assigned
Action Plan Priority
High
Medium
Low
Not Assigned
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