Philip Pocock Catholic Secondary School
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Mission *
For a Catholic Christian, having a spiritual life means that something is happening in one's relationship with God. That has been the goal of parents ever
since they brought their son or daughter to their local parish church to be baptized. We accept that students come to our high school with a relationship in
place. We create the kind of atmosphere in which all our students can understand more about their faith (theology classes), express that faith (religious
services) and reach out to others (Christian outreach). A full-time Chaplain and a team of both staff and students are actively involved in promoting the
development and expression of true Christian community. Philip Pocock is a place where students can truly grow as Catholic Christians.
Motto
Let This Be a School WIth Spirit
"I want it said of Philip Pocock High School, ‘There's a school with a good spirit.’ In a school that has good spirit all of the students love their school until it
hurts a little. That means that you must be willing to make sacrifices for your school.”
MOST REVEREND PHILIP POCOCK
ARCHBISHOP OF TORONTO 1971-1978
At the Official Blessing of Philip Pocock C.S.S
Catholic Focus
The pursuit of excellence in all things governs school life. The investigation of human knowledge and the acquisition of skills within a vibrant Christian climate
inspire and provide focus. The education process is both formative and summative. It demands total participation in the exercise of the intellectual, physical,
and spiritual faculties found within each member of our community. Each person develops a keener awareness of life in Christ and an appreciation of the
attendant responsibilities.
Core Principles
Catholicity
1. 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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Philip Pocock Catholic School is blessed to have a dedicated Chaplain who has built an integrated team of Staff and Students whose focus in the
development of Catholic faith program and identity.
Our Catholic teachers intentionally and purposefully infuse Catholic vales and virtues into the curriculum of every course.
Philip Pocock works hard to ensure that our community is inclusive and welcoming.
Our outreach programs focus on Christ teaching of the preferential option for the poor, recognizing that equity does necessarily mean equal.
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Learning Environment
1. Please summarize the school’s most recent EQAO Grade 9 mathematics assessment performance.
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Grade 9 Academic Mathematics:89 %
Grade 9 Applied Mathematics: 63%
Observations regarding school progress in Grade 9 EQAO: Philip Pocock recognizes that although excellent progress has been made this past year, we must
continue to look to provide supports that will assist with sustaining the school wide Math initiatives. Therefore, fostering a culture of collaboration directed
towards student success which will continue to be a focus of our school community.
2. Please summarize the school’s most recent Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) performance.
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OSSLT results for First-Time Eligible Students: 91%
OSSLT results for Previously Eligible Students: 62%
Observations regarding school progress on the OSSLT: Philip Pocock continues to build on our excellent records with a focus on improving the success
rate of Special Education, At Risk and ELL students OSSLT.
3. Describe how the school community supports and provide opportunities for life-long learning.
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Philip Pocock takes an active role in providing Professional Development in all subject areas, specifically in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and
parent engagement.
Professional Learning Communities and other professional development opportunities on Literacy, Numeracy and Assessment and Evaluation will
ehance student and educator growth.
Technology and 21st Century learning wil also serve as a school-wide focus to enhance student engagement and support student success.
4. Outline ways the school demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement in student achievement and supports the well-being of all learners.
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Philip Pocock Catholic School has developed a 3 year plan to improve student achievement. The plan is continuously reviewed for relevancy and
impact. We intentionally implement high-yield strategies to improve teaching and learning.
Our Student Success Team continues to provide the monitoring of at-risk students and the interventions necessary to reduce achievement gaps to
increase student succes and graduation rates.
Our LinkCrew program continues to enhance the successful transition of students from elementary to secondary school.
Community Engagement
1. How does your school community ensure that Catholic School Councils reflect the diverse Catholic community?
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The Catholic school council reflects the diversity of our student population and promotes a culture of equity and inclusivity as the entire school
community is invited and encourage to participate. The implementation of technology as a means of effective and timely communication with parents
is used via email, syner-voice messaging, newsletter and the school website.
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2. In what ways does the school team build and sustain community partnerships and collaboratives.
The school team builds and sustains strong partnerships with our school Parish, NPU(Neighbourhood Police Unit), Mi-Way (transportation), Cyber
awareness agencies and community businesses (Co-op).
Our Romero Justice group and the senior retreat program partner with community agencies when opportunities arise.
Parish-Home-School
1. 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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Philip Pocock has built a strong and enduring relationship with the Pastor of St. Patrick. Father John Facey who visits the school, celebrates liturgies at
important time in the liturgical calendar. Scott Smalridge, our school Chaplain, frequently liaises with Father John keeping our pastor apprised of
school events.
Parents are kept informed of school-parish events through email, the school newsletter, the web site, the marquee and by regular automated phone
calls home.
Physical Environment
1. What activities does the school engage in that models and promote good stewardship of resources?
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Philip Pocock promotes excellent stewardship through various school wide activities; a Green Team which is part of the Ecoschools program has
established an outdoor classroom to promote energy conservationstrates and has achieved a Gold standard, a Chaplaincy team which assists at Dr.
Simone's.
2. Outline the ways the school demonstrates financial responsibility?
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Philip Pocock ensures that all school generated funds and Board generated funds are directed to support student achievement and school
improvement.
3. Continue to work towards effective discipline policies ensuring a safe learning environment for students and staff.
Utilizing progressive discipline strategies and alternatives to suspension to improve student behaviour which in turn will assist with improving student
achievement.
The school will continue to ensure that various intervention strategies and accessing program alternatives are in place as a means of progressive
discipline to ensure a learning continuum for student success.
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Creating Catholic Conditions for Well-Being, Learning and Leading
Outcomes
1. By the end of the school year 2016, there will be a decrease in the proportion of students reporting that they have been bullied, as demonstrated by the CCCC
Climate Survey results
Action Plans
CCCC Virtue Formation
Sustain a Catholic Community of Culture and Caring Action Team (CCCCAT)
Bullying Prevention
Bullying Prevention Our Youth Our Future
To increase students sense of inclusion, connectedness and safety compared to the baseline data from the 2010-2011 survey.
Building Collaborative Practices Through Inquiry
Outcomes
2. By the year 2016, there will be a marked increase in the proportion of educators who actively apply the knowledge gained through professional learning
opportunies.
Action Plans
2.0 LITERACY PILLAR. By June 2016, student performance will increase by 5% on the EQAO OSSLT assessment of literacy.
Action Plans
Enhancing Transitional Practices
Outcomes
4.0 PATHWAYS AND TRANSITIONS PILLAR: By June 2016, the graduation rate will increase by 5%.
Action Plans
Knowing the Learner through Assessment
Outcomes
4. By the year 2016, a notable increase in the proportion of educators who increase their understanding of assessment for and as learning, as a result of
professional learning opportunities will be demonstrated thorughout the school community.
Action Plans
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Responding through Effective Instruction
Outcomes
5. By the year 2016, there will be an increase in the proportion of students achieving a level 3 or 4 on the EQAO assessments and /or successfully completing
the OSSLT.
Action Plans
After School Literacy Classes
Boys' Literacy
Previously Eligable (OSSLT) Student Tracking
Outcome Timeframe
Action Plan Priority
Long-term
High
Medium-term
Medium
Short-term
Low
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Not Assigned
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