St. Martin Catholic Secondary School
Learning Plan
Mission *
We believe that St. Martin Secondary School fosters personal academic excellence in a socially supportive environment. We strive to instill in our students the
love of God and neighbour and the desire to acquire skills, knowledge, attitudes and values which will allow them to become independent, responsible,
productive and contributing members of a rapidly changing multi-cultural society.
We, the staff, promote a commitment to life-long learning, family and social responsibility, environmental awareness, social, cultural and gender equality.
Motto
Goodness, Knowledge and Discipline
Catholic Focus
The mission of St. Martin Secondary School, in dynamic partnership with the parents and local parishes, is to continue to foster a school community that is
grounded in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The Gospel message is a shared vision that is reflected in the classroom, pervades the school community
and guides our service to the local community and to the world at large. We guide our students to develop their best in terms of academics, spirituality,
healthy lifestyles and good citizenship so that they may attain future success in parenthood, career, and as Catholic leaders who are well grounded in
Catholic Virtues and active in issues of social justice.
"There are varieties of gifts, but same spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord” (ICor 12:4). Our vision is to create a faith-based unity out
of the diversity of functions that form the hallmark of a well-rounded Catholic education. Through our varied shared functions, both students and staff are
called to learn both how to lead and how to serve, guided by Gospel Values and led by the example of Jesus Christ.
As a school community we are further committed to:
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deepening the understanding, appreciation and practice of the Catholic Christian lifestyle, with Jesus as role model;
developing graduates who are fully alive in Christ, “not only in terms of knowledge and skills, but in terms of values, attitudes and actions”;
encourage approaches that support the system priorities and the principal strands of faith education: prayer and liturgy; sacramentality; morality and
justice; and scripture and church.
As a diverse educational community responding to God’s call, the St. Martin community fosters and nourishes an inclusive atmosphere rooted in tradition and
scripture. We continue our commitment to being responsible stewards of God’s grace in the world, by modeling Jesus, as ministers of compassion and
service.
Core Principles
The Catholic School Learning Plan (CSLP) has been aligned with the Catholic Board Learning Plan to address the board’s five core principles of: Catholicity;
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St. Martin Catholic Secondary School
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Learning Environment; Community Engagement; Parish-Home-School; and Physical Environment. In order to set the local school context with respect to the
five core principles.
Core Principles
Catholicity
Our school community models, celebrates and nourishes gospel values in the teaching and learning of our Christ-centered programs and services through;
The school community being comprised of a faith-centered Eucharistic people who strive to form communities of learning that are Christ-centered, inclusive
and reflective of a culture that respects and cherishes life. We celebrate all abilities and seek to provide students with opportunities to realize their potential
through nurturing their spiritual, intellectual, emotional, psychological, and social growth of each student. We are a learning community that tries to live and
teach the Gospel message in all our day to day activities. Our Virtues Education program provides students with concrete experiences that empower students
to become more fully alive in Christ. Our social justice and outreach activities develop attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to
promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good, that foster a sense of care and belonging for all as related to the local, national and
global community.
Learning Environment
Summary of the school’s most recent EQAO Grade 9 mathematics assessment performance.
Grade 9 Academic Mathematics: 97% success for Academic level
Grade 9 Applied Mathematics: 85% success for Applied level
Observations regarding school progress in Grade 9 EQAO:
2014-2015; 2% increase for Academic level students; 14% increase for Applied level students
The school’s most recent Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) performance.
OSSLT results for First-Time Eligible Students: 86% pass rate
OSSLT results for Previously Eligible Students: 47% pass rate
Observations regarding school progress on the OSSLT:
2014-2015; 0% increase for First-Time eligible students
2014-2015; 14% increase for previously eligible students
How the school community supports and provides opportunities for life-long learning.
Provides volunteer and employment opportunities for past students
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Provide Catholic values and morals to live a rich life
Team building, mentoring and leadership program
Media and technology based programs
Regional Specialist High Skills Major in the sports program
Hospitality program
Hair and aesthetics program
Students have opportunities to build on in- school and out- of- school experiences to further explore personal interests, strengths, and career options via
guest speakers, career fairs, co-operative education,
job shadowing, skills Canada, and extracurricular activities
Ways the school demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement in student achievement and supports the well-being of all learners.
Literacy and numeracy workshops for students and parents
Tutoring during lunch periods
Recognition for excellence in extra-curricular achievement
Nutritious breakfasts and lunches for staff and students
Conflict resolution and peer mediation programs
Make community aware of student achievements
Community outreach programs
Social justice projects
Financial Accountability
Our school budget continues to move towards being a balanced budget. We follow up on our fiscal priority as per our CSLP. Our priorities are always
centered on student achievement and success.
Community Engagement
How the school community ensures that Catholic School Councils reflects the diverse Catholic community.
Luz del Rosario and Bruno Iannicca are active Catholic School Trustees in the St. Martin community
Open to all parents in the community
Administration, Support staff, Teachers, Chaplain, and Parents all work together as a team
Our Catholic School Council provides input for and support to our CSLP
Ways the school team builds and sustains community partnerships and collaborative initiatives
Participate in the NOW program for new immigrants coming into the Dufferin-Peel community
Partnership with the Peel Police through our Neighbourhood Police Unit
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Relationship development with community partners the can assist in facilitating the SHSM Sports Program and Regional Sports Program
We are committed to outreach and development and partnerships with parents and the overall community to support student achievement and well being
We build and support home, school, and community partnerships by sharing current information about students learning and achievement in an ongoing and
transparent manner. Resources and supports
are provided to help parents support student learning via the student council, school website, school newsletter, parent nights, Curriculum Night,
presentations and the Student-Teacher-Police games
Parents and community members are invited to participate in various activities and learning opportunities (ex. School play, art show, parent night, literacy and
numeracy information meetings, and SHSM information sessions, and community charity events).
Parish-Home-School
How the school promotes the engagement and active participation of the parish and home as a fundamental component of student success.
Through the Chaplain, the school contributes to the Parish bulletin. We advertise church events at school. We provide student volunteers to the Parish when
needed. The school invites the priests for social events and school and classroom visits. Meetings occur at the Parish each semester between local schools
and the pastor. We are blessed to have an excellent Parish-School connection. The school’s Christmas Basket Campaign takes families from the Parish’s St.
Vincent de Paul Society. Graduation ceremonies and mass are held at the Church. Local parish priest celebrates Eucharist at school three to four times per
year.
Physical Environment
Activities the school engages in that models and promote good stewardship of resources
Students and staff participate in clubs such as the ECO school club, Neighbourhood Clean-up projects, the AV club, Student Council, recycling projects
Ways the school demonstrates financial responsibility
Staying within the allocated budget
Transparency of records
Accountability and recording of current assets
Adhere to purchasing guidelines (use board tendered suppliers)
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Creating Catholic Conditions for Well-Being, Learning and Leading
Outcomes
1.By June 2016 , there will be an increase in the number of students who demonstrate feeling safe, included, supported and welcomed.
Action Plans
Student Well- Being and Engagement Initiatives
Building Collaborative Practices Through Inquiry
Outcomes
2. By June 2016, there will be an increase in the number of teachers demonstrating collaborative inquiry as a process for developing a growth mindset. "If our
staff strives to improve/increase our growth mindset and our focus on learning, then we will be able to co-construct classroom environments that allow for colearning and risk-taking".
Action Plans
Building Collaborative Practices
Enhancing Transitional Practices
Outcomes
3.By June 2016 the number of learners progressing in the journey of self- discovery and self- direction will increase. As staff and students embrace a culture of
learning from mistakes and from promoting risk-taking.
Action Plans
Engage in transitional practices
Knowing the Learner through Assessment
Outcomes
4. By June 2016, the proportion of staff engaging in and focusing on assessment for and as learning will continue
to increase.
Action Plans
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Responding through Effective Instruction
Outcomes
5. By June 2016, the proportion of Catholic school graduates will increase.
Action Plans
Outcome Timeframe
Action Plan Priority
Long-term
High
Medium-term
Medium
Short-term
Low
Not Assigned
Not Assigned
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