St. John Bosco School
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Mission *
As members of the St. John Bosco School community, we share these core values and beliefs:
As a Gospel People:
We are united in Jesus Christ who reveals God’s love to the world and shows the way to live a fully human life and to achieve our true potential.
We are lifelong learners on a journey, accepting and respecting the fact that we are at different stages in our faith development.
We as educators have a calling; vocation of service to others, using Jesus Christ as our model in developing human potential.
We strive to provide a climate, perspective and value system based on the teachings of Jesus, as a staff, and to our students, in a time dominated
materialism, individualism and relativism.
We do our utmost to provide a community that respects the dignity of each person as a child of God, thereby nurturing the good and providing healing
and reconciliation in times of difficulties.
We apply our faith to everything we do and celebrate what we believe in rituals, symbols and sacraments.
We are part of the greater Catholic community which has a vital and important role to play in the total development of a child.
We have an appreciation and respect for the variety of functions, gifts and authorities within our Catholic community, knowing that each individual is
empowered with the Holy Spirit.
Learning reflects Gospel values rooted in the Catholic faith, and the morals, ethics and behaviours conducive to respect for self, others and the environment.
As Teachers:
We believe that parents/guardians are the primary educators of their children.
We facilitate and support the development and enrichment of students and work together in partnership.
We believe that each child has the right to the best possible education in the best possible educational environment.
We help each child realize that he/she is loved and worthy of respect.
We encourage each child to recognize and develop whatever talents he/she has an obligation to contribute to that society.
We encourage each child to grow in every respect and support them as they face the challenges of this growth.
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We strive to provide a safe and structured environment for children.
We do our best to foster spiritual and intellectual growth in children by modelling the same.
“Growing Together in Faith and Love to Serve One Another.”
Motto
"Growing together in faith and love to serve one another."
Catholic Focus
Our school is named after St. John Bosco the Patron Saint of youth. John Bosco became a Priest to take care of the poor and abandoned. He worked with
youth, finding places where they could meet, play, pray, and teach catechism to them. He is the founder of the Salesian Society which has continued his
apostolate for youth in Canada and in the whole world.
St. John Bosco Catholic School is an elementary school located in northeast Brampton. The student population is approximately 337 students from FDK to
Grade 8. Our students come from a wide range of social and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting the ever-increasing diversity of cultures found within Brampton.
Our school is equipped with a portapak, a double gym, a stage, a large library, and a full computer lab and music keyboarding lab. Our school has a special
education resource centre and currently the Gifted Centre for Dufferin-Peel schools north of the 401. Our school building is 31 years old.
St. John Bosco School was established to support Catholic parents in their responsibility for nurturing the spiritual, religious, moral, academic and physical
development of their children in accordance with the teachings of the Church. The school community encourages excellence, the uniqueness of the individual
and the education of the whole person. St. John Bosco School is a caring community that stresses tolerance, acceptance of others, commitment to our
Catholic Faith and high academic standards. We provide a safe and comfortable learning environment where models of Gospel values and Catholic
doctrines, teachings and beliefs are an integral part of the daily life of our school. The school motto, "Growing Together in Faith and Love to Serve One
Another," was chosen through the process of community consultation and reflects a holistic philosophy where religious education and daily life are
intertwined. Our goal is to engage all teachers, administrators, students and families in working together as a learning community that is dedicated to caring
and support, active participation and positive expectations for all students.
Our students come to us with a variety of strengths and needs, with their Catholic faith as their common bond. Our prayer life, liturgical celebrations, the
sacraments, and our faith form the foundation of our school program. The curriculum planned and provided in the school is broad, balanced and relevant to
the needs and aspirations of all our students. A wide range of subjects and learning experiences are offered to develop the skills, abilities and talents of
individual students. The instructional programs provided are adapted to meet the holistic needs of our students. These programs are conducted in an
atmosphere that is supportive, caring and stimulating in order for students to achieve their learning expectations.
Core Principles
Catholicity
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How does the school community model, celebrate and nourish gospel values in the teaching and learning of our Christ-centred programs and
services?
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Gospel values and the expectations for the Image of the Learner, are celebrated and embedded throughout the Catholic Curriculum and resource
materials, and taught intentionally & incidentally to support the acquisition of the Ontario Catholic School Graduation Expectations (knowledge, skills,
values) to support learning in our Christ centred programs.
Through continued support for the principle strands of faith education, e.g., daily prayer, liturgical & sacramental celebrations, Religious Education and
Family Life programs, Graduation and other school/classroom celebrations, etc.
Through the fostering of positive home/school/parish relationships, e.g., pastoral school visits, parent/community invitations to school masses,
sacramental and other celebrations
Through Adult Faith Ambassador Programs
Through the implementation of Safe Schools Policies, Bullying Prevention and Character Building/Leadership Programs,
Gospel Reflective Questions for Growth
School Mission Statement
Through the visible celebration & presentation of faith icons in the school
Through the creation of ‘Sacred Space’ in the classrooms
Pastoral Plan
Through the continued implementation of the ‘Virtues’ program, e.g., celebrations, Newsletter ‘Virtue’ inserts, school displays, etc.
Through the continued support for student stewardship and social justice projects, e.g., Share Life, United Way, Knight’s Table, St. Vincent DePaul,
Terry Fox Run, food drives, Helping Hands, etc.
Through continued development of positive school-community relationships, e.g., School Volunteer Program, School Community Meetings, School
Council, School Community Partnerships, i.e., Peel Regional Police, Peel Health, City of Brampton, Co-operative Education Programs, etc.
Newsletter inserts to support celebrations of Faith
Implementation of strategies to support inclusivity
Catholic Education Week
When Faith Meets Pedagogy
Newcomer Reception Centres
BNE Social Work Fund for families in need
Rosary Apostolate
Participation in school Masses
Learning Environment
Please summarize the school's most recent EQAO primary division (Grade 3) assessment performance.
Primary Reading: 65
Primary Writing: 81
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Primary Mathematics: 54
Observations regarding school progress in Primary EQAO:Reading, Writing and Math have all shown improvement this year over last year. Math continues
to be our focus for further growth and development.
Please summarize the school's most recent EQAO junior division (Grade 6) assessment performance.
Junior Reading: 77
Junior Writing: 70
Junior Mathematics: 61
Observations regarding school progress in Junior EQAO: Reading and Writing have remained consistent, whereas Math has shown a considerable
improvement. Math will be our focus for further growth and development.
Describe how the school community supports and provides opportunities for life-long learning.
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School staff are being provided with opportunities to support professional growth in the acquisition of high yield literacy and numeracy strategies
All staff members contribute to a collaborative culture that supports a high standard of achievement for all learners.
Providing professional learning materials to support the curriculum and school priorities for literacy and numeracy.
Students are provided with opportunities to build on in-school experiences and activities to further explore personal interests, strengths and
destinations(e.g., participation in out of school excursions/retreats, school sports teams, dance, school presentations, Secondary school transition
programs for Grade 8 students and families, student leadership opportunities.
Our school staff continue to provide support for students transitioning into elementary school from the home, from grade to grade, from Elementary to
Secondary school and for those "at risk" and identified as exceptional learners.
Extensive use of assistive technology
Our school is supported in our efforts to provide enhanced curriculum by having some learning experiences delivered by our valued community
partners: Peel Health, Peel Regional Police - Youth Education Officer class and school wide programs, Join the Dance Canada
School staff support parents in their learning by providing invitational and instructional opportunities for parents to support their children in literacy,
numeracy, disciplinary strategies and safety issues (Peel Literacy, Welcome to Kindergarten, Curriculum Nights etc.).
Outline ways the school demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement in student achievement and supports the well-being of all
learners.
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Staff implements the Ontario Curriculum as the basis for all teaching and learning experiences for students
Through the provision of Numeracy Parent Information Night, Welcome to Kindergarten Program
Tutors in the classroom
School wide Bullying Prevention Programs and presentations
Professional Learning Communities are formed to support ‘research in action’, inquiry based learning opportunities for staff, and to enhance student
learning/outcomes
Lunch reading clubs for students, book carts to distribute reading materials between classes
Staff involved in the use of strategies such as goal setting, success criteria and descriptive feedback along with the use of teacher moderation. Student
IEP’s are developed to support ‘at risk’, and exceptional learner needs and learning opportunities for growth
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Monthly staff meetings to focus on math goals and planning for instruction
Staff participate in School/Family/Board wide professional development opportunities as appropriate to individual staff needs and schoolwide initiatives
such as the School Based Inquiry project.
Transition meetings are organized to support the transition of learners into Kindergarten, from grade to grade, from elementary into secondary schools,
for students at risk and with exceptional learning needs.
Support services of psychology, social work, speech and language and child and youth workers are available to support the well being of all learners.
Data collection analysis
School budget to reflect the school focus on Numeracy and Learning Skills
Community Engagement
How does your school community ensure that Catholic School Councils reflect the diverse Catholic community?
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Catholic School Council election information is sent home to all parents/guardians and meeting dates are posted on the school website.
Our Catholic School Council operate an informational booth at our Open House/School Activities to encourage parents to become involved in their
children's school.
School administration ‘walk abouts’, visibility and accessibility and open door policy is intended to provide a welcoming, inclusive school climate.
The provision of opportunities to support the involvement of all community stakeholders.
Arts in the School
Sharing Cross-school activities
Meet the Teacher Night / School Activities e.g movie night
Guest speakers through Catholic School Council
Volunteers are encouraged and celebrated within the community
To support and advocate that the School Council receives resources required to fulfill its role
In what ways does the school team build and sustain community partnerships and collaboratives?
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The school team builds and fosters community partnerships so that members of the school community are provided with opportunities to enhance skills
and provide new learning opportunities.
Through participation in curriculum related field trips
Through the implementation of co-curricular/intra, and/or inter-school/ board wide competitions, e.g., sports teams, Reading Programs, Ballroom
Dancing etc.
Through the involvement of our community partners: Peel Regional Police, Youth Education Officer, e.g., Children’s Safety Village, Peel Heath
,e.g.Brampton Parks & Recreation, Peel Children’s Centre, Kerry’s Place, Ontario Early Years Centres, Associated Youth Services, Archbishop
Romero Positive Change Program
By working in collaboration with the PLASP before/after school programs
Through the encouragement of permits that support and/or enhance student well-being, e.g., Brampton Parks & Recreation, sports teams, etc.
Through collaboration with various agencies dedicated to the support of student well-being, e.g., Region of Peel- Student Immunization Program,
Brampton Safe City etc.
Brampton Clean City park clean up
Parish - Home - School
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Comment on how the school promotes the engagement and active participation of the parish and home as a fundamental component of student
success.
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The school works in collaboration with Parish Priest, the Parish team and the St. Marguerite d'Youville Parish community to support Sacramental
preparation and faith development in connection with the home.
The school provides support for Parish and Board charitable works initiatives, e.g., Share Life, Helping Hands, The Knight’s Table, Food drives, etc.
Mass, Sacramental preparation, virtues education announcements and other celebrations support the relationship between the school, home and
Parish.
The school encourages and organizes visits from our parish team to the school.
Religious materials such as prayer cards are sent home with students to share with their families.
Active participation by the Parish Representative on the School Council
Physical Environment
What activities does the school engage in that models and promote good stewardship of resources?
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The organization of a school wide recycling program
Through the implementation of healthy eating programs, e.g., litterless lunch.
Through the delivery of curriculum e.g., geography, science, religion, family life programs that foster ‘respect for life’ and stewardship of resources.
Through the purchasing of learning resources that reflect the diversity within our school.
School Green Team
Earth Day/Earth Hour activities
Social Justice Group
Speak-up Grants to support student led initiatives
Continue with the use of photocopying codes for staff to reduce copying paper consumption
Investigate better use of the school website for the dissemination of school information.
Outline the ways the school demonstrates financial responsibility.
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Through the allocation of funds appropriate to learner needs, e.g., the purchase of texts, etc.
Continue to maintain a balanced budget
Through ‘reuse’ and/or sharing of texts and/or resources where available with other schools.
Through the encouragement of staff to reduce paper use in the school.
School fundraisers follow all Board policies.
Follow Board guidelines for financial accountability
Budget Tracker / Cash Net
Track budget monthly to monitor spending
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Creating Catholic Conditions for Well-Being, Learning and Leading
Outcomes
1.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of students indicating that they feel accepted by students in the school, as demonstrated by
the CCCC School Climate Survey results.
Action Plans
Catholic, Culture and Caring
Building Collaborative Practices Through Inquiry
Outcomes
2.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of students who have demonstrated improvement on the learning skill and work habit of self regulation.
Action Plans
Collaborative Inquiry Plan
Enhancing Transitional Practices
Outcomes
3.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of Grade 8 students who are prepared for Secondary School transition through a variety of
contexts and active engagement.
Action Plans
Secondary Transition
Knowing the Learner through Assessment
Outcomes
4.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of students able to articulate strategies supporting their learning as demonstrated by
perceptual data results.
Action Plans
Numeracy Understanding - 3 Part Math Lesson
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Responding through Effective Instruction
Outcomes
5.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of students improving their EQAO a
achievement level between assessment years.
Action Plans
Increasing EQAO Scores
Outcome Timeframe
Action Plan Priority
Long-term
High
Medium-term
Medium
Short-term
Low
Not Assigned
Not Assigned
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