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In partnership with home, parish and community, the Ottawa Catholic School Board ensures that the teachings and values of Jesus Christ are integrated in all aspects of school life. By providing the necessary resources for quality Catholic education, the Board supports the development of lifelong learners striving for academic excellence in a nurturing, safe and vibrant community. All individuals are challenged to become responsible and contributing citizens in an increasingly complex and diverse world.

Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School

BOARD INFORMATION

TRUSTEE REPRESENTATIVE(S)

Gordon Butler, Chairperson

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 828-3573

(613) 828-4472

Therese Maloney Cousineau

Tel:  

Fax:  

613-232-9811

613-232-6706

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

James G. McCracken

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-2222

(613) 228-4158

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

Simone Oliver

Tel:  

Fax:  

224-4455x2351

613-225-9153

SCHOOL COMMUNITY INFORMATION

PRINCIPAL

Lynne Coletti

Tel:  

Fax:  

745-1502

745-3704

VICE PRINCIPAL(S)/DESIGNATE

N/A

Tel:  

Fax:  

745-1502

745-3704

SCHOOL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Lina Lebrun

Tel:  

Fax:  

745-1502

745-3704

TRANSPORTATION

 

Tel:  

Fax:  

(613) 224-8800

(613) 224-8840

PARISH INFORMATION

  • Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

  

  

 

 

  • 746-8503

INTERMEDIATE/SECONDARY AFFILIATE(S)

  • Immaculata High School
  • Lester B. Pearson Catholic H.S.

  

  

 

 

  • 237-2001
  • 741-4525
 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Opened in 1988, Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School is located in the City of Vanier. The school offers a full academic and extracurricular program for our Grade 7-8 students and is dedicated to the school philosophy at JVC -"A Place For Everyone."

Facilities:

The school has extensive facilities including:

  • Gymnasium
  • Science lab
  • Technology lab
  • Life Skills classroom
  • Regular classrooms

  • Cafeteria
  • Library/Computer lab

Student Enrolment:

180

Number of Staff:

35

The experience of the teaching staff ranges from recent graduates to 30 years in experience.

Principal:

Lynne Coletti has 25 years of experience. This is her fourth year as a principal.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL

CHAIRPERSON

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The Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School Council functions as an advisory body to the school principal and, on occasion, to the Board. The Council provides advice on a variety of issues and reflects the school community in composition and function.Meetings are held every four to six weeks.

HOW WE LIVE OUR CATHOLIC FAITH

Our Belief

The Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School community believes that a Catholic school is one in which the teachings of Jesus Christ are integrated into the day-to-day curriculum and social fabric of school life. The strength of our school comes from the Catholic faith that the staff, students and community share. We aspire to have our students develop a way of living that embodies the life of Jesus Christ.

The staff and students of Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School have many opportunities to pray and demonstrate their Catholic faith. These opportunities include: school-wide and classroom liturgies, retreats, fundraising for charities and community service.


Our Partners

Fr. Jose Serafin is invited to visit the school regularly and to participate in liturgical celebrations. The Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School community has a strong partnership with parish, school and home. Our parish representative serves as the liaison with our school and our parish.

Demonstrating Our Faith

Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School supports many charitable endeavors including:

  • Builders' Club, United Way
  • Heart and Stroke Foundation

LEARNING AT OUR SCHOOL

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Curricular Program

French Second Language

Core and Immersion

Special Needs

We believe in the philosophy of inclusion and integrate all students with special learning needs into our regular activities.

Other

Computers are integrated into student programs and access to the Internet is available for students in our computer lab.

 

CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM

The students at Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School are exposed to a variety of activities. We are confident that our students benefit from the exciting co-curricular activities we offer, including:

  • Sports / Intramurals / Athletic Association
  • Leadership Training
  • Spirit Club
  • Ambassadors
  • Music / Band / Choir
  • Literacy Program
  • Board Extracurricular activities
  • Youth Ministry

SCHOOL EVENTS

Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School has a number of events that occur throughout the school year. In addition to helping students achieve academic outcomes, school events instill a sense of community among our students, their families and staff. Some of our events include:

  • Community Breakfast / BBQ
  • Student Assemblies
  • Recognition Assemblies
  • Liturgical Celebrations
  • Parish Support Through Community Service
  • Literacy Program at Assumption School
  • PAC- School Fundraisers and Events

PRESERVING OUR SCHOOL HISTORY - LAST YEAR IN REVIEW

Enriching the lives of our students and providing them with a safe and comforting environment is a major goal at Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School. Through our many activities in the areas of sports, leadership, development and student government, the students are given the opportunity to develop knowledge, confidence and cooperative skills, which are very much needed in today's world. The future of Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School will see these opportunities enhanced and broadened, and the ties with our community strengthened. This will give our students even greater exposure to life experiences, providing them with opportunities for growth in all areas of their development.


    COMMUNITY RELATIONS

    We believe our school should be at the centre of community activities. A focal point of the community, Jean Vanier Catholic Intermediate School is currently running at 86% capacity, with activities scheduled weeknights and on many weekends.

    Examples of who uses our facilities include:

    • Community groups such as basketball, volleyball and badminton
    • Boy Scouts
    • Kiwanis Club

    Partnerships/Collaborative Activities

    • Parish
    • Knights of Columbus
    • Kiwanis Club

    We encourage interested groups to contact us regarding the use of our facilities.

    More About Our Students/
    School Achievement

    The students at Jean Vanier Catholic have the opportunity to participate in a variety of grades 7 and 8 extracurricular activities, ranging from leadership programs, intramurals,choir, and writing clubs, to Board-wide competitive sports programs throughout the school year. We have expanded our school leadership opportunities with the creation of the JVC Spirit Club, an Athletic Association and an expanded role for the Environment Club. Our school newspaper club and yearbook club provide other opportunities for our students.


    Last Updated: 2009-03-06 12:17:33

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