Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
Mission *
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to safeguard the needs and well-being of every community member and to set a positive tone. We must be role models who place a high value
on learning for students as well as ourselves. We must promote Catholic Values and collaborative communication by carefully planning the future while
savouring the precious present.
Motto
"Helping Youth Towards a Brighter Future"
Catholic Focus
Dufferin-Peel’s Catholic Focus
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board believes that the Catholic faith, as expressed through Gospel values, is the driving force in the board’s
community of learners, which includes five key groups: students; the parish, home and community; teachers and support staff; administrators and supervisory
officers; and trustees. The board strives to be a Christ-centred system in which all may work and learn in a supportive, inclusive, meaningful, and respectful
environment. Within the context of an authentic Catholic learning community, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School board strives “…to provide students
with the opportunity to realize their potential and develop into highly skilled, knowledgeable, caring citizens who contribute to society.” The board is further
committed to:
•
•
•
•
Deepening the understanding, appreciation and practice of the Catholic Christian lifestyle, with Jesus as role model;
Aligning a system-wide approach to Catholicity, whereby all educational practices are implemented through a Catholic lens;
Developing graduates who are fully alive in Christ, “not only in terms of knowledge and skills, but in terms of values, attitudes and actions”;
Encouraging unique approaches to support 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, Dufferin-Peel fosters and nourishes an inclusive atmosphere rooted in tradition and scripture.
The board continues to commit to the guiding principles of Learning for All: K-12 (draft) and to Dufferin-Peel’s Equity and Inclusive Education Policy
(developed in accordance with the provincial Equity and Inclusive Education Strategy), while:
•
•
•
•
Being authentic witnesses to our Catholic faith;
Being responsible stewards of God’s grace in the world;
Respecting human dignity;
Modelling all learners after Jesus, as ministers of compassion and service.
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
1/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
To strengthen its Catholic identity, Dufferin-Peel will continue to develop opportunities for faith formation of students and staff, together with an educational
program which strives to integrate the board’s fundamental beliefs and values into all of its endeavours.
Our Lady of Fatima School
Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School is situated on 39 Sunset Boulevard, northwest of Brampton's downtown corridor. It was opened on September 1982
and blessed on October 13th that same year. The school first existed as a series of portables called "Dodge City" and eventually bloomed to approximately
550 students. The school is named after the Blessed Virgin Mary who appeared to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal. There exists a wonderful film
depicting this Immaculate event, giving a deeper understanding behind the school name. Daily prayer and devotion to the rosary are the epicenter of the
school's faith agenda and atmosphere which resonates through the school’s motto, "Helping Youth Towards a Brighter Future".
Our Vision
We envision a safe, and orderly and harmonious Christian environment for optimum academic achievement, where the creative, social, spiritual, physical, and
emotional aspect of each community member is valued, respected and developed.
Our Goals
Foster Catholic values
Promote respect
Instill the concept of safety
Increase knowledge
Promote personal growth
Set personal goals
Celebrate attempts, successes and individual achievement
Encourage self-worth, independence, and responsibility
Instill a presence of God in all that we do
Core Principles
Catholicity
At our Lady of Fatima School, we celebrate and nourish gospel values in the teaching and learning of our Christ-centered programs and services though our:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Virtues Education Program
Virtues Recognition Program
Liturgies, Celebrations and Sacramental Celebrations
Praying of the Rosary
Participation in the Rosary Apostolate program once a month
Sacred Space in all classrooms and common areas, Pause & Pray Area
School Adult Faith Ambassador Program/School Youth Faith Ambassadors
First Eucharist and Confirmation celebrations with school and families
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
2/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
•
•
•
•
•
Social Justice Projects, ShareLife, Stewardship activities, Food Drives, Terry Fox Run, Christmas Baskets
Breakfast Program (Breakfast for Kids)
Participation in the Big Brothers-Sisters program
Bullying Prevention Program, Diversity Education
Celebrating the diversity of students with differentiated needs in our school through inclusion, and cooperative activities
Learning Environment
Our Lady of Fatima's most recent EQAO primary division (Grade 3) assessment performance.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Primary Reading: 47%
Primary Writing: 59%
Primary Mathematics: 34%
Observations regarding school progress in primary EQAO:
The scores indicate an increase in the area of Mathematics, a slight decrease in the area of Reading and a significant decrease in the area of Writing .
Reading, Writing and Mathematics will continue to be a central area of foci for this division in order to support improved scores in these areas.
Our Lady of Fatima's most recent EQAO junior division (Grade 6) assessment performance.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Junior Reading: 48%
Junior Writing: 51%
Junior Mathematics: 4%
Observations regarding school progress in junior EQAO:
Scores indicate a decrease in the area of Reading, Writing and Mathematics.
Writing, Reading and Mathematics will continue to be a central area of targeted foci for this division in order to support improved scores in these areas.
Our school is strongly committed to improving our scores in numeracy. Professional development sessions throughout the school year will help to
foster our understanding of teaching and learning in mathematics and to move our students forward in math. Strategies such as the three-part math
lesson, access to manipulatives and collaboration amongst students will be used to provide a deeper understanding of mathematics for all
students. Resources will be purchased to support these initiatives.
Through the Parent Pro Grant fund, School Council will support our Mathematics goal by hosting a "Math Learning Evening" for all parents of this
school community with a focus on the above mentioned strategies.
At Our Lady of Fatima School, we support and provide opportunities for life-long learning through:
•
•
•
•
•
•
The promotion of Grade 8 community service hours
Welcoming Co-op student placements from secondary school
Our Parent Volunteer program
Our school promotes Homework help On Line Program
Teachers in our school continue to be lifelong learners, acting as role models by attending in-services, courses and workshops
Special Education programs at the school model values and promote inclusion of all students
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
3/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
•
•
•
•
•
Welcome to Kindergarten and the Family E.Q.A.O. and Numeracy evenings.
School Council presentations.
Participation in the local community programs such as: the Peel Police School Programs, Peel Health initiatives, Environmental Club, Breakfast
Program (Breakfast for Kids)
Career Day for our students in grades 6-8.
Safe School Committee with , parent representative, community representative , and teacher representatives
At Our Lady of Fatima School we demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement in student achievement and support the well-being of learners
through the consistent practice of:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Use of assessment data to identify strengths/weaknesses
Guided Teaching
Guided Reading Program
Use of Technology to support Differentiated Instruction.
SMART Board technology and use of Tablets is used to enhance program delivery in our classrooms
Common Grade Level Planning & Teacher Moderation
Continued Professional Development for all staff
Guest Speakers at staff meetings
Collaboration with Special Assignment Teacher and Intermediate Special Assignment Teacher
Implementation of Expected Practices as specified by the Ministry
Monthly divisional curriculum meetings with support from Special Assignment Teacher and Student Achievement Officer.
Participation in the Family of Schools networked learning cycle.
Purchase resources to support needs that are aligned with the school goals.
Ongoing data analysis to support goal setting and instruction.
Special services team and school team to support the needs of our diverse learners.
Support differentiated instruction.
Use of profiles K-6 and My Blue Print (Grades 7-8) to support students in identifying interests that will inform future learning pathways and eventual
career planning.
Community Engagement
At Our Lady of Fatima School we ensure that Catholic School Councils reflect the diverse Catholic community through:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Continued partnership with St. Anne’s Parish
Invitations to attend Catholic School Council Meetings and Workshops
School Council promotes volunteering at the school during the Open House
Pro-Grant applications to support community engagement.
Parent presentations aligned with School Goals.
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School Council is open to all partners and staff
At Our Lady of Fatima School the school team builds and sustains community partnerships and collaboratives through the following acts:
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
4/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Collaboration with St. Anne’s Parish: ShareLife, Christmas Baskets
Charitable Christmas partnership via Social Worker and community organizations (Century 21)
Collaboration and transition planning with Cardinal Leger and St. Roch Secondary Schools
Community Police Officers, Crossing Guards, Bus Drivers
Volunteers in the School
Adult students from Humber College and Sheridan College in programs such as E.C.E./Early Childhood Educators and PSW/Personal Support
Workers who require practical experience in the workplace, provide support to the school in the regular classrooms and the Special Needs classrooms
Peel Health, PALS/ Healthy Initiative.
PEEL Police Youth Education Program
Junior Achievement Program for grade 7 & 8 students
Career Day during Catholic Education Week, Guest Speakers
Black History Guest Speaker
City of Brampton initiatives, Brampton Harvest Clean-Up; Brampton Winter Festival
ECO schools initiatives.
Parish-Home-School
At Our Lady of Fatima School, we promote the engagement and active participation of the parish and home as a fundamental component of student success
by ensuring that we:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Have consistent communication with the home
Share St. Anne’s Parish news
Provide announcements for the Parish over the PA system (the Edge Program for youth, Tiny Treasures for primary students)
Invite school community to participate and support St. Anne Parish events
Encourage all parents to be part of Sacramental Preparation
Commissioning ceremony for our Youth Faith Ambassadors
Invite the clergy to visit the school and classrooms throughout the year
Provide the parish with copies of the school’s monthly newsletter
Support the Sacramental preparation program
Participation in the St. Anne's Confirmation Retreat Day
Physical Environment
At Our Lady of Fatima School we engage in the following programs to model and promote good stewardship of resources:
•
•
•
•
•
Recycling Program (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle)
Environmental Club: Earth Day, Brampton Clean-Up, Waste Free Lunches program, lights off & EcoSchools Initiatives
ECO school program
Litterless Lunch Program
Our Lady of Fatima Forest Initiative
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
5/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
At Our Lady of Fatima School we demonstrate financial responsibility by ensuring that:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
We follow all Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board Policy and Procedures with regards to financial responsibility
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
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
6/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
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 other students in the school, as
demonstrated by the CCCC school climate survey.
Action Plans
1.0 If we are more intentional in creating respectful conditions for well-being, learning and leading in a positive climate (e.g. creating a healthy social
space by inviting the voice of all learners and active listening; a healthy spiritual space by indentifying needs and practicing virtues), then all learners will
feel safe, included, supported and welcomed.
Building Collaborative Practices Through Inquiry
Outcomes
2.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in successful practices that support collaborative inquiry and applied knowledge gained through professional
learning opportunities and networking, as demonstrated by the Catholic Board Learning Plan professional learning feedback.
Action Plans
2.0 If we continue to embrace collaborative inquiry as a process for learning, then all learners will be actively engaged as collaborative contributors in
building and mobilizing knowledge.
Enhancing Transitional Practices
Outcomes
3.0. By the end of 2016, Our Lady of Fatima school will see an increase in the proportion of students who have demonstrated improvement on the learning skill
and work habit of self regulation as evidenced through report card data.
Action Plans
3.0 If we continue to intentionally engage collaboratively in transitional practices to support learner well-being and development, then learners will
progress in their journey of self- discovery and self-direction toward vocation.
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
7/8
Our Lady of Fatima
Learning Plan
Knowing the Learner through Assessment
Outcomes
4.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in successful practices that support knowing the learner through assessment resulting in an increase in the
proportion of students able to articulate strategies supporting their learning.
Action Plans
2.0 If we continue to embrace collaborative inquiry as a process for learning, then all learners will be actively engaged as collaborative contributors in
building and mobilizing knowledge.
4.0 If we continue to intentionally focus on assessment for and as learning, then all learners will use metacognitive strategies to analyze, articulate and
responsibly act on their own reflective thinking and learning.
5.0 If we continue designing effective lessons, making use of collaborative work (three-part lesson, guided practice/guided reading) in flexible groupings,
then learners will effectively communicate their critical and creative thinking to develop and apply processes, skills and strategies across disciplines.
Responding through Effective Instruction
Outcomes
5.0 By the end of 2016, there will be an increase in successful practices that support effective instruction as evidenced by an increase in the proportion of
students achieving a level 3 or 4 on the E.Q.A.O. assessment.
Action Plans
4.0 If we continue to intentionally focus on assessment for and as learning, then all learners will use metacognitive strategies to analyze, articulate and
responsibly act on their own reflective thinking and learning.
5.0 If we continue designing effective lessons, making use of collaborative work (three-part lesson, guided practice/guided reading) in flexible groupings,
then learners will effectively communicate their critical and creative thinking to develop and apply processes, skills and strategies across disciplines.
Outcome Timeframe
Action Plan Priority
Long-term
High
Medium-term
Medium
Short-term
Low
Not Assigned
Not Assigned
Powered by SkoVision™
12/17/2015 10:13:34 AM
8/8