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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.
Sacred Heart High School
BOARD INFORMATION
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TRUSTEE REPRESENTATIVE(S)
Gordon Butler, Chairperson
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(613) 828-3573
(613) 828-4472
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John Curry
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(613) 831-2028
(613) 836-5621
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DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
James G. McCracken
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(613) 224-2222
(613) 228-4158
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SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Greg Mullen
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(613) 224-2222
(613) 225-4154
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ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Opened in 1999, Sacred Heart High School is located in Stittsville on beautiful wooded property. Boasting a theatre, active intramural program, technology for the new millennium, and an active parent community, Sacred Heart serves students in a broad geographic area extending from Richmond to Kanata. We are currently in our eleventh year of operation.
Facilities:
The school has extensive facilities including:
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- Chapel
- 700 seat theatre
- Speciality Art Rooms
- Soccer & football field
- Full running track
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- 2 large gymnasia & fitness room
- Computer labs
- Fully-automated information centre
- Next to GRC
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Student Enrolment:
1800
Number of Staff:
150
The experience of the teaching staff ranges from recent graduates to 34 years in experience.
Principal:
Cindy Owens has 21 years of experience. This is her first year as a principal.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL
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CHAIRPERSON
Karen Delaney
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(613) 831-4567
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The Sacred Heart High 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
at 7:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month.
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HOW WE LIVE OUR CATHOLIC FAITH
Our Belief
The Sacred Heart High School community believes that a Catholic
high school is one in which the teachings of Jesus Christ are integrated into the day-to-day curriculum
and social fabric of high school life. We have many opportunities to pray and demonstrate our Catholic
faith including: prayer services, classroom liturgies, daily prayer, and active pastoral team, opportunities
for individual reflection in our chapel, and retreats for staff and students.
Our Partners
We live our Catholic faith by focusing on service, relationships, the Word of God, and lay witness and
leadership. Our chaplain coordinates and animates, with local pastors, the many areas of our faith life.
We also have Catholic symbols throughout our school and our parish representative is our liaison with
the parishes.
Demonstrating Our Faith
Sacred Heart High School demonstrates its commitment to the community by:
- Involvement in our community (co-op education, experiential learning, volunteerism)
- Involvement in Social Justice projects. Support for local, national and international charities.
Our students help one another through their:
- Involvement in a variety of in-school initiatives and courses such as: Peer Helpers, Peer Tutoring
- Involvement in an Awareness Day for students with Special Needs.
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Our school has a wide-range of programs and facilities to meet the needs of students.
Grades 7 - 8:
Religion and Family Life Education, English, Mathematics, Science, Health and Physical Education, French, the Arts, and Social Sciences
Grades 9 - 12:
Religion and Family Life Education, English*, Mathematics*, Science*, Health and Physical Education, French*, Geography*, History*, Family Studies, Business Arts, Technological Studies *Open, Applied or Academic courses offered
French Second Language
Core, Extended, Immersion
Special Needs
We believe in the philosophy of inclusion and integrate all students with special learning needs into our regular activities.
Other
- Religious and Family Life Education courses at all grade levels
- Computers and other technologies are integrated into all programs
- Many courses feature subject integration, broadbased technology and project-oriented assignments
- Cooperative education serves over 100 students and secures job placements throughout Ottawa
- Science programs include: Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Environmental Studies
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CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM
Athletics:
Grades 7 -12 students participate in over 25 sports within the Ottawa area, including:
- Basketball, baseball, soccer and wrestling
- Hockey (boys and girls), swim club, water polo
- Contact and touch football, Track & Field, Cross-country
Clubs and Activities:
Students participate in over 30 clubs and activities, including:
- Public speaking, French and English
- Drama Club, bands, and various book clubs
- Yearbook and Multimedia Club
- Environment Club
SCHOOL EVENTS
Students are encouraged to take part in a variety of events, including:
- Intramural Programs, Leadership Programs and Retreats, Math competitions
- Student Council, Spirit Week and Dances, Coffee Houses, Community Food Drives
- Charitable fundraising (Cake Auction, Toy Mountain)
- Health-Wellness Programs, Athletic Assemblies & Banquet
- The Well, The Fountain
- Concert Band workshop, Various concerts
- Trips to the Dominican Republic, Europe and other
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HOW WE KNOW WE ARE SUCCEEDING
Assessing Student Progress
The results from the EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics for the applied academic courses are displayed at the top of the page in graphs. Students who achieved level 3 or 4 meet provincial expectations. Provincial results are provided in tables beside the school graphs. The results from the EQAO Grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) are presented next. Successful completion of the OSSLT is a graduation requirement.
SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL
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| Provincial Grade 9 Math Results | | Below Level 1 | 7% | 8% | 7% | | Level 1 | 14% | 15% | 14% | | Level 2 | 36% | 36% | 35% | | Level 3 | 30% | 29% | 33% | | Level 4 | 5% | 5% | 5% |
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| Provincial Grade 9 Math Results | | Below Level 1 | 1% | 1% | <1% | | Level 1 | 9% | 7% | 6% | | Level 2 | 18% | 16% | 15% | | Level 3 | 64% | 68% | 69% | | Level 4 | 6% | 8% | 8% |
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| EQAO Results - Grade 10 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test: Percentage of students who passed the test. |
| School | 90% | 93% | 91% | | Province | 84% | 84% | 85% |
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PRESERVING OUR SCHOOL HISTORY - LAST YEAR IN REVIEW
Success for students, success for staff, and the wise use of resources: these three school board goals form the basis of many of the endeavours initiated by the staff of Sacred Heart. The integration of technology into all areas of the curriculum is a focus,as is the development of a strong Arts program, which uses our state-of-the-art theatre complex to its full potential. Strong academic programs, and courses designed to meet the needs of the high needs learner and those entering the work force directly, all strive to nuture excellence in our students. We are privileged to work in partnership with a caring and committed parish, business community and parent community, who share our goals and truly work collaboratively with us. This year we will be launching two new programs: The Specialist High Skills Major - The Environment, & Technology "Design & Build". We are also launching "Mathematics of College Technology" course for Grade 12 students (Algonquin College).
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COMMUNITY RELATIONS
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We believe our school should be at the centre of community activities. Sacred Heart High School is currently running at 130% capacity, with activities scheduled weeknights and on many weekends. Examples of who uses our facilities include:
- Various Youth Athletic Associations
- Theatre/dance groups from across the region
In addition to these examples, over 100 different courses, programs and workshops are offered to the community through the Continuing Education programs.
Parnerships/Collaborative Activities
- Toy Mountain
- The Ottawa Senators Fundraising event
- Algonquin College
We encourage interested groups to contact us regarding the use of our facilities.
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More About Our Students/
School Achievement
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The Sacred Heart staff is committed to providing a wide variety of educational pursuits for our students. Some of the many activities that are driven by our students include: Canned Food Drive, Toy Mountain, Christmas plays for the community, Student Council, Leadership Camp, Peer Helpers, OSAID Groups, Amnesty International / Development and Peace, Youth Ministry Institute, Peace Conference and the Expose Project, which focuses on health and legal issues related to tobacco use. A Rideauwood Addictions Counsellor is also present as a resource to our students and staff.
The WELL, and the Fountain, our youth spiritual retreat program, have a large following of students and teachers. We gather in the Chapel on Fridays to discuss our faith and to sing and pray together.
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Last Updated:
2010-01-14 10:45:45
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