St. Joseph s Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School

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1 St. Joseph s Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School

2 ST. JOSEPH S MORROW PARK Catholic Secondary School 3379 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 MISSION STATEMENT As a Catholic school, we continue the tradition of a Christ-centered community Principal: Vice Principals: Patricia Coburn Teresa Garisto inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph, fostering in students academic excellence the desire for lifelong learning and personal growth, while inspiring them to be respectful, just and socially responsible Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address citizens of the world.

3 CLASS SCHEDULES School History and Tradition St. Joseph's Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School is a school for young women founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto. The Congregation was founded in LePuy, France, in the year 1648 by a French Jesuit named Jean-Pierre Medaille. From the beginning, the community was active in the care of orphans, the sick and in the education of the young. The Sisters of St. Joseph arrived in Toronto in 1851 and since that time have made an impressive contribution to Catholic education in Toronto. St. Joseph's Morrow Park came about as a result of the relocation and expansion of St. Joseph's located at Bay and Wellesley. The new Motherhouse was built in Willowdale a property given to the congregation by Frederick Morrow, after whom it is named along with the name of the patron saint of the congregation. Both a day school and boarding school were part of the campus. In September 1960, St. Joseph's Morrow Park opened with an enrollment of 147 girls and a staff of nine sisters and one lay teacher. Today the school is operated by the Toronto Catholic District School Board. It is organized on a semester system. The SJMP student uniform consists of the MacKinnon plaid kilt, black slacks, green vest/pullover, white blouse, hunter green or black socks/leotards and black shoes. Regular Schedule Warning Bell 8:25 1 8:33 09:50 2 9:54 11:09 Lunch 1 11:13 11:53 3a 11:53 1:13 3b 11:13 11:53 Lunch 2 11:53 12:33 12:33 1:13 3c 11:13 12:33 Lunch 3 12:33 1:13 4 1:18 2:33 Warning Bell 08:25 1 8:33 09:27 Mass 9:32 10: :47 11:40 Lunch 1 11:40 12:20 3a 12:20 1:40 3b 11:40 12:20 Lunch 2 12:20 1:00 1:00 1:40 3c 11:40 1:00 Lunch 3 1:00 1:40 4 1:40 2:33 Curriculum Support Warning Bell 8:25 CS 8:33 09: :00 10: :53-11:43 Lunch 1 11:43 12:23 3a 12:23 1:43 3b 11:43 12:23 Lunch 2 12:23 1:03 3b 1:03 1:43 3c 11:43 1:03 Lunch 3 1:03 1:43 4 1:43 2:33 Mass/Assembly

4 Welcome back Staff and Students. I hope you enjoyed your summer break and feel as excited as I am to begin the school year. For those of you who are new to the St. Joseph s Morrow Park community, I hope you settle in well to your new home and take advantage of the warm and welcoming people who make up this great school. For those of you who are returning to SJMP, I hope you take every opportunity to make this year an especially memorable one and do what you can to help our new students feel comfortable. Since the St. Joseph s Sisters opened the doors to this school in September 1960, young girls have had the privilege of being educated in a Catholic environment that strives to form strong, confident, and independent women who are wellequipped to continue their education in any path of their choice. We are grateful to the St. Joseph s Sisters who began this tradition and the dedicated staff who continue this well-established practise. I challenge all of you to get involved in the many and varied ministries that are offered at the school and to take advantage of the support offered from our caring staff. Getting involved and making use of the resources available to you will help you make this school year one that you can be proud of. On behalf of Ms. Garisto and the entire SJMP staff, I wish you a most successful year. Administration: Principal: Patricia Coburn Vice Principal: Teresa Garisto Faculty: Birkett, Cheryl Cheng, Thomas Corvetti-Prez, Christine Damiano, Joanne DiBenedetto, Fulvio Doyle, Michael Greco, Maria Kunanec, Cindy Lacaria, Anne Marie Lopreiato, Joanne McCormick, Frances Mera, Rodica Mihalek, Mary Mori, Monica Support Staff: Secretarial Staff: Capuano-Mantenuto, Mary Tam, Margaret Tomei, Pina Child and Youth Worker: Venturin, Michelle Staff Mouchantaf, Rana O Brien, Piera Paterna, Michael Pezzutti, Gabriella Podbielska, Anna Rajic, Mary Ramajo, Rachel Saunders, Andrea Scarsella, Rosemary Slipetz, Carol Tartaglia, Matthew Verre, Frank Zefkich, Millie Educational Assistants: Scotchburn, Rosemary Student Supervisors: Hatos, Joli Rodrigo, Ricardo Ms. P. Coburn Principal Caretaking Staff: Alveza, Gilfred (Head) Malcolm, Damean Vona, Maurizio

5 September 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Labour Day First Day of Classes Cafeteria Service Begins Grade Assemblies Virtue of the month: HOSPITALITY Retreat Leaders Training (Period 3) Yearbook Photos Grade 9 1/2 Day Retreat with Mass Camp Robin Hood Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 25 University Fair 26 Spirit Week Curriculum Support Schedule- 10:00 am start 27 Spirit Week CSPC AGM 28 Spirit Week SJMP College & University Fair all lunches 29 Spirit Week Terry Fox Run University Fair 30 Spirit Week Civvies Day Opening Assembly University Fair Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

6 Toronto Catholic District School Board Mission/Vision Statement Our Mission In a school community formed by Catholic beliefs and traditions, our Mission is to educate students to their full potential by providing: leadership in the shared responsibility for education that exists among the school, the student, the family, the parish and the community a safe and welcoming learning environment that is an example of Christian community role models of Gospel values and Catholic doctrines, teachings and beliefs guidance in what students need to learn instruction in the learning process itself religious, academic instruction integration of Catholic, Christian beliefs into the total learning experience feedback on the student s proficiency and progress Vision of Our Students We envision students who: are formed in the Catholic faith pursue academic excellence apply Christian values to life s opportunities, challenges and choices display self-esteem and self respect strive to be the best they can be demonstrate skills for developing and maintaining personal and family wellness demonstrate global perspective and community responsibility demonstrate relevant knowledge and ability Vision of TCDSB To provide students with the qualities they will require, our Vision of the TCDSB is a school system that: is Christ-centered is student-focused demonstrates a clear sense of purpose is visibly and demonstrably Catholic reflects empowering leadership

7 October 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Thanksgiving Day Mass 9:45 a.m. World Teacher Day Town Hall#1 P.2 P.D. Day Virtue of the month: Thanksgiving Day Early News Letters Due OYAP Presentation 10 a.m. Student Council Sleepover Student Council Sleepover GRATITUDE Ontario Info College Fair* Ontario Info College Fair* 3379 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S Curriculum Support Schedule/ CLC & Grade 9 Mentorship Halloween Civvies Day CSPC Meeting Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark *5 p.m. Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place **10 a.m. Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place

8 GENERAL INFORMATION EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS If you are faced with an emergency, talk to someone you trust: school administrator, guidance counselor, teacher, school staff member, parent, guardian, child youth worker, chaplaincy team leader, or doctor. If you need assistance, call one of these phone numbers. They will help you: Assaulted Women s Help Line (416) hr. service Birthright (416) Black Youth Help Line (416) hr. service Children s Aid Society (416) hr. service Catholic Children s Aid Society (416) hr. service Catholic Family Services (416) Crime Stoppers (416) 222-TIPS Crisis Pregnancy Counselling (416) Distress Centre (416) hr. service Eva s Place Shelter (416) hr. service Kids Help Line hr. service Rosalie Hall (416) SCHOOL CLOSURES and CANCELLATIONS In the case of a school closure or bus cancellations, the Toronto Catholic District School Board s main source of communication will be radio stations such as CBC 740, 680 News, and CFRB AM Additional information can be found on the Board website or by calling (416) ext 2873 (24-hour information line). Do not call the school as the decision is made at the school board level to cancel classes and buses. Please call your bus company for information regarding any schedule changes. VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL 1. All visitors must report to the main office to obtain a visitor s pass when visiting St. Joseph s C.S.S if remaining for a period of time. 2. Staff and students are encouraged to direct visitors to our school s Main Office. 3. Students are NOT to bring siblings or friends to the school at any time. ABSENCE Parents are requested to telephone the SCHOOL Attendance Office press 2 before 8:30 a.m. on the day a student is to be absent, or you may leave a message after hours. If a student is absent and a call from the family has not been received, every effort will be made to contact parents. If a phone call is not received, a student is required to bring a note the next school day explaining the absence signed by the parent or guardian indicating the date(s) of absence and name of student. If a message has not been left outside business hours, please call during the school day to report any attendance issues. The school board uses an automated student attendance reporting system, which will contact parents each day to advise them when their daughter is late or absent from any class. Initial communication, either by home phone or by parental (if you have provided us with one), will be made after 10:30 a.m. and a summary message based on the full day s attendance will be delivered between 4:30 and 9:00 p.m. One computer-generated message will be made per family. It is extremely important that phone numbers and addresses be correct. To update this information, please contact the attendance office to issue a verification form to your daughter to be confirmed or changed in writing and be returned to the school attendance office. LOCKERS Every student is assigned the same locker for the duration of school years at St. Joseph s Morrow Park High School. Students must not share or exchange lockers, locks, or combinations. Students must use a combination lock provided by the school. Students will be held responsible for any damage to the locker. Lockers are to be neatly kept. Food should not be left in lockers overnight as this poses a health hazard. The school cannot be held responsible for any items reported as stolen from a locker. All personal belongings brought to school should be stored safely in the assigned locker. Students taking Physical Education classes must lock all valuables and personal belongings in the lockers provided in the change rooms. It is the student s responsibility to bring her own lock. All locks must be removed after each class.

9 November 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 All Souls Day Grade 12 Retreat 2 All Saints Day Franklin Conference TOKTWD 3 Grade 8 Open House Elementary Volleyball Tournament Grade 12 Retreat 9 Term 1 Ends 10 Term 2 Begins 11 Remembrance Day Grade 12 Retreat P.D. Day 19 Virtue of the month: PEACEMAKING Advent Begins Reports Distributed 22 CSPC Curriculum Support 10am Mentorship Morning 8:30am/Grade 9 & New Students CSMC/CIMC Grade 9-12 Math Contest 24 CSUNA Parent- Teacher Interviews 25 CSUNA Civvies Day Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

10 FIRE ALARMS Students and staff are expected to respond to all fire alarms by clearing the school quietly and promptly as directed by the yellow-posted Fire Evacuation procedures in each area of the school. Everyone in the school building will follow standard fire drill procedures as outlined by the Fire Department. Students should not go to their lockers to obtain coats or other belongings during a fire drill. Pulling a false alarm is a criminal offense and will be dealt with accordingly. This holds true for interfering in any way with school fire fighting equipment: fire hoses and extinguishers. ACTIVITY FEE The activity fee is used for school yearbook, guest speakers, student agenda book, school excursion subsidies, photo T.T.C. card, photo student identification card, course calendar, combination locks (new students only), school newsletter, school-sponsored activities, school newspaper, mailings (postage). CATHOLIC SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL The St. Joseph's Morrow Park High School C.S.S. Advisory Council meets 6 times per year. All parents are encouraged to participate in making this council a strong, positive and vibrant voice in advocacy for the school community. TRANSCRIPTS Official transcripts for current students (from Student Services) are available free of charge. Official transcripts are available from St. Joseph s Morrow Park C.S.S. Student Services for a period of five years after leaving the school. The first year after graduation, no fees will be charged. In subsequent years, however, students will be charged fees according to TCDSB policy: First official transcript - $20.00 Additional transcripts - $ 3.00 each Transcripts will be picked up by the student. Courier charges, if applicable, will be paid by the student. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY ISSUES DROP-OFF ZONES Parents are asked to drop off students only in the drop-off zones found on the west side of the parking lot. The students should not be dropped off on Bayview Ave., since this poses a serious safety hazard to both pedestrians and drivers. All drivers are asked to be patient and courteous when visiting the school, keeping in mind the limited space in the parking area. Please obey the traffic signs and be expedient in dropping off and picking up your daughter. STUDENT SAFETY Students should not be sitting on curbs; standing in the roadway of school traffic for this poses a safety hazard. Students please cross at designated areas and away from the gates. PARKING All parking spaces have been assigned to staff members. No parking spaces are available to students. Vehicles parked in the fire route driveway pose a serious safety hazard and may be tagged and possibly towed at the owners' expense. All parking on school property is for school business only.

11 December 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Grade 11 Pilgrimage Advent Mass 9:45am Grade 11 Retreat P.D. Day Virtue of the month: CHARITY Curriculum Support 10am Civvies Day Christmas Assembly 24 Christmas Eve 3379 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Christmas Day Boxing Day CHRISTMAS BREAK New Year s Eve Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

12 CHRONIC LATES FOR PERIOD 1: Any or all of the following: Strategies are discussed, if needed, for getting to school for 8:25 a.m. Student interview with a Vice Principal and detention. Parent is called by Vice Principal and notified, other school intervention (Youth Worker, Guidance Counselor, Social Worker) will be implemented to support the student. LATES FOR ALL OTHER CLASSES will be documented and dealt with by subject teachers. Students will be referred to the appropriate Vice Principal should late to other classes become habitual. FOR PERIODS 2, 3 & 4: If a student arrives after attendance has been sent to the Attendance Office, she should go to the attendance office for an admit slip. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES The community of St. Joseph's Morrow Park C.S.S. is made up of parents, students and staff, believe that the spiritual, social and educational development of the individual is essential in contributing to the growth of every student. Self-discipline aids the individual in developing healthy and productive relationships with others. This belief is reinforced in the Ministry of Education's province wide Code of Conduct. In the school, discipline is required to provide an atmosphere of order in which students will develop intellectually, socially and spiritually. Every student of St. Joseph s Morrow Park High C.S.S. is expected to take on responsibilities that allow her to develop and demonstrate the self-discipline needed to be successful in contributing to the school community and living out our mission statement. These responsibilities are grouped under three main headings: ATTENDANCE, UNIFORM and EXPECTED BEHAVIOURS. ATTENDANCE 1. ABSENCE FROM CLASS WITHOUT PERMISSION Students are not allowed to be on the school premises unless she is signed in and attending all classes. If a student misses a class without parental permission, she will be disciplined Accordingly as course credits may be in jeopardy due to absences. 3. ILLNESS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY A student must report to the Main Office where parents/guardians will be notified and arrangements will be made for her to go home, if necessary. 4. LEAVING EARLY DURING SCHOOL DAY Students may not leave the school without parental/guardian permission. A note explaining the reason for the request to leave early must be brought to the Attendance Secretary BEFORE school begins. A student must sign out in person at the Attendance Office prior to leaving the school. Once a student has signed out, it is expected that she will leave the school property promptly. Every effort should be made to schedule all appointments for after school hours. 5. EXTENDED ABSENCE Notification of any extended absence must be brought to the attention of the appropriate school Vice Principal in writing. Confirmation will be made with parent s and teachers will be notified of absence. 1 st : and Subsequent - student interview with a Vice Principal and detention served and parent is Notified. Habitual Absences parent meeting and school intervention (Youth Worker, Guidance Counselor, Social Worker). Consequences may include: detentions, attendance contracts, reflection paper, community service. 2. LATE ARRIVALS Students are expected to be in their period 1 class at 8:25. Students arriving late after the anthem and prayer for Period 1 must sign in at the Attendance Office and receive an admit slip if Period 1 attendance has already been sent to the Attendance Office. Signing in after 1 st period should be accompanied by a note or call from parents for accountability. The consequences for repeated late for period 1 are as follows: conference with Youth Worker/Vice Principal to notify of future consequences.

13 January 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT CHRISTMAS BREAK Classes Resume Last Day for Semester 1 Trips Virtue of the month: COURAGE No New Tests/ Assignments Curriculum Support 10am Mentorship Morning 8:30am/Grade 9 & New Students Town Hall #2 Period EQAO Grade 9 Math 25 EQAO Grade 9 Math Civvies Day Term 2 Ends Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Period 1 Exams 31 Period 2 Exams Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

14 SCHOOL UNIFORM 4. Knee socks/tights (purchased from McCarthy s) Students must wear the full school uniform to and from school and at all times while on school property. No changing is allowed. This includes school excur sions unless other attire is required to perform specific excursion activities. Students going to a co-op placement must carry a pass issued by their co-op teacher if other dress code is required. Students will be admitted to class only in proper and full uniform (see # 1 5). Any student out of uniform will be sent to the appropriate Vice Principal. The parent/guardian will be contacted and a uniform infraction will be issued. Subsequent infractions will be dealt with by the Vice Principal. The co-operation of the parents/guardians is vital in the enforcement of our uniform policy. UNIFORM DRESS CODE The full uniform consists of: 1. Kilt ADDIThe length of the kilt must be no higher than 10 centimetres from the knee. Students with short kilts will be requested to lengthen them or will lose the privilege of wearing the kilt. OR Black Dress Pants (pur chased fr om McCar thy s) Pants must be neat, hemmed, not slit or frayed. Only tights or socks (white, black or hunter green) not other leggings or additional pants maybe worn for extra warmth under McCarthy s pants. hunter green or black with the kilt. Socks or tights must be worn with pants (white is permitted). NO patterned socks or tights, sheer nylons or knee-highs nylons. 5. Shoes Solid black shoes; maximum 5 cm heels (no patterns or stripes). Solid black boots, maximum 5 cm heels may only be worn with the uniform pants. TIONAL WEAR - T-shirt/Undershirt WORN ONLY UNDER THE BLOUSE must be plain white without design or imprint Items listed below are not part of the official uniform are not permitted: Hats, headscarves, items with inappropriate slogans or necklaces are NOT TO be worn either with the uniform or on Civvies days Leggings or cut off spandex 2. White Blouse/Polo shirt/turtleneck/mock neck (purchased from McCarthy s). Sandals, slip on shoes or moccasins Bangles, multiple bracelets, large necklaces, combs with handles, large earrings Must have SJMP insignia. Blouses must be neat and buttoned up. Turtlenecks and mock necks can be worn in combination with blouses. 3. Vest/Sweater/Zip Polo (purchased from McCarthy s) Hunter green with SJMP insignia. No other substitutes to the school sweater/zip polo/vest are to be worn at any time during the school year. NOTE: All uniform items are available at RJ McCarthy Ltd. (416) PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM The Physical Education uniform is to be worn as specified by the Physical Education Course Policy. All uniform items are available at R J McCarthy. The physical education uniform consists of the following items: white t-shirt, shorts, track pants, white socks and running shoes. MUSIC PERFORMANCE UNIFORM St. Joseph s Morrow Park High School music students are required to wear the school uniform, consisting of the school kilt, white blouse and dress black shoes for all performances. Students who successfully complete an audition and become members of the Concert Band or the Concert Choir are required to wear the school uniform, consisting of the school kilt, white blouse and dress black shoes and the school tie (which is available through the Arts Department) for all performances. CIVVIES DAY On non-uniform days, students are to dress appropriately and modestly. Short-shorts, halter-tops or bare midriffs, ripped jeans, low cut tops are NOT permitted as part of civvies daywear.

15 February 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Period 3 Exams Period 4 Exams Exam Conflict Day Semester 2 Classes Begin s Exam Review Day Virtue of the month: LOVE Valentine s Day Curriculum Support Schedule-10 am start Grades Mentorship Morning Grade 9 and New students 15 Report Distributed 16 TDCAA Swim Meet Semi-Formal 17 P.D. Day Family Day 21 CSPC Shrove Tuesday Math Contest Grade 9,10, /18 Registration Canadian Computing Competition /18 Registration 24 Civvies Day Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

16 RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION IN THE TCDSB In concert with the Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario, the TCDSB supports freedom of religion and an individual s right to manifest his or her religious beliefs and observances. The right to freedom of religion, however, is not absolute and religious accommodation in the Board is carried out in the larger context of the Catholic education system and denominational rights of Catholic schools. The Board, at all times, will seek to accommodate an individual s right to freedom of religion in a manner that not only respects the individual s beliefs but the principles of the Catholic Church. It is understood all students registered in St. Joseph s Morrow Park acknowledge and are committed to the school community that proclaims, celebrates, and cherishes its Catholic identity and traditions. At the same time, St. Joseph s Morrow Park is enriched and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive, safe and that is free of barriers based on religion. With respect to religious accommodation, the TCDSB also acknowledges that all students, in accordance with the best of what our Catholic Church offers in its social teachings and reflective practice, are entitled to their rights and responsibilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code. In the spirit of respect and inclusion, the TCDSB will work cooperatively and take all reasonable steps, to provide accommodation to individual requests to facilitate his/her religious beliefs and practices. We would ask those seeking accommodations to make their requests at the start of the school year so that consideration can be given early on. For further information on religious accommodation please consult with the school administration. Additional information on the religious accommodation guidelines can found at TCDSB Prayer for Harmonizing our Faith Through Family, Parish and School Almighty and Ever-loving God, We give you thanks for the blessings of our Families, where the seed of faith is planted; for the Body of Christ, the Church, where faith is celebrated; and for our Schools, where faith is nurtured. Lord, we believe that Catholic Education is at its best when Families, Parishes and Schools play, pray and work together to spread the Good News to all. Help us to imitate the unity of the Trinity as we continue to grow in our faith and love towards you, and to one another. Through the guidance of the Holy Family, the model of all Christian families, and the intercession of all the Saints, may our Families, Parishes and Schools remain places where the Gospel is shared with joy, courage and love. We pray through Christ our Lord, Amen TCDSB Pastoral Plan

17 March 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Ash Wednesday Mass 9:45am Town Hall #3 P Grade 8 Registration Virtue of the month: FORGIVENESS St. Patrick s Day 18 MARCH BREAK MARCH BREAK Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass 9:45 a.m Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Curriculum Support Schedule 10:00 a.m. Grade 12 Retreat OSSLT 31 Civvies Day For charitable Organizations Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

18 EXPECTED STUDENT BEHAVIOUR Students must follow the Ontario Code of Conduct. 1. COMMUNITY CO-OPERATION Our school community operates on the premise of mutual respect and dignity. With this in mind, students are expected to co-operate in class and in all other areas of the school by responding to the requests of a staff member. A student must, when asked by a staff member, identify herself by giving her name and if requested, must accompany the staff member to the office. Steps of Intervention Failure to cooperate may include one or more of: parent/ guardian contact, detention, assignment/letter of apology, and community service (does not count toward compulsory service 40 hours) 2. CLASSROOM The classroom teacher will handle all discipline problems in their classroom. If unacceptable behaviour persists, the teacher will call home and discuss the problem with the parent/guardian. If behaviour is unacceptable, a teacher may refer a student to a Vice Principal and further intervention will be made. Suspension from school may be warranted, as outlined in our school Progressive Discipline Policy.A re-entry interview involving the student/parent /guardian /Vice Principal and guidance counselor will follow a suspension. 6. TEXTBOOKS/LIBRARY RESOURCES Students are expected to maintain all borrowed textbooks, equipment and resources in good condition. All texts, library books, and school equipment lent to the student must be returned to the course teacher by semester s end. Students will pay the replacement cost of any outstanding materials. 7. PERSONAL PROPERTY The school is not responsible for any property lost, stolen or missing. Students should not bring valuables or large sums of money to school. It is recommended that all personal belongings be identified with the name of the student owner and stored at all times in their locker when on school property. Students are to respect their own property as well as the property of others. 8. VISITORS / TRESPASSING Students are expected to contribute to and support the sense of safety and security of every person in the school by refraining from inviting visitors onto the school premises before, during and after school hours. 9. SMOKING The Toronto Catholic District School Board is a smoke-free environment and is governed by the regulation outlined in the Tobacco Control Act, which is an Ontario law that was passed in Smoking is not allowed in school buildings or on school property at any time. Smoking is not allowed in vehicles on school property or school excursions Students found smoking in the school building or on school property will be dealt with by the school administrators and possibly by the Tobacco Enforcement Public Health. 3. CAFETERIA/HALLWAYS/LUNCH PERIODS All garbage and recyclable materials must be cleared from all surfaces and placed in the proper containers. Students are to remain in the cafeteria for the lunch period. In good weather, students may eat outside in designated areas on school property. Full uniform is to be worn in the cafeteria; no coats or non uniform sweaters allowed. Junior students are not to leave school property during lunch. Students failure to comply with lunch and hallway protocol will be assigned an appropriate consequence. 4. NO LOITERING Students are not allowed to stand or sit anywhere around the gates of the school. Loitering poses a safety problem for cars entering and leaving the property. Offenders will be directed to the Administration and be dealt with accordingly. 5. STUDY PERIOD Students who have a spare during the day must use the cafeteria or library as their study location if the library is available. Did you? Know? Giving or sharing a cigarette with anyone under 19 could cost you $365. Smoking/holding lighted tobacco anywhere on School property could cost you $305. This law is in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Know how to protect yourself. The Smoke-Free Ontario Act is intended to reduce the number of children and teens who start smoking and to protect Ontarians from secondhand smoke. For more information contact Toronto Health Connection at Public Health Visit our Web site at

19 April 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Grade 12 Retreat Euclid Grade 12 Math Contest Virtue of the month: JUSTICE Palm Sunday Grade 9,10,11 Math Contest Good Friday Easter Easter Monday Term 2 Begins CSPC Earth Day 3379 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S Spirit Week Spirit Week 26 Spirit Week Mentorship Morning 8:30 a.m. Grade 9 and new students Curriculum Support Schedule 10 a.m. start Grades OUAC Submission Deadline 27 Spirit Week 28 Spirit Week Civvies Day 29 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

20 4. TCDSB ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY FOR TECHNOLOGY The TCDSB Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) reflects the growing technological presence of electronic communication systems in our schools and emphasizes the use of technology in a respectful manner that upholds the dignity of the human person and is consistent with our Catholic teachings. It recognizes that in the 21 st century, there is a shared responsibility between the Board, families, schools and students to provide guidance on the appropriate use of technology. The AUP has been created to establish guidelines for users to understand what governs safe and appropriate use. The AUP defines electronic communication systems to include social media, website publishing, and the use of personal electronic devices (PEDs). In addition it addresses expectations surrounding the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy effective as of September While these devices are not mandatory for classroom activities, they may be included when there is a clear educational purpose that has been identified by the teacher. All students are expected to familiarize themselves with the AUP. The full text of the TCDSB AUP can be found at: Summary of the AUP expectations for students when using the TCDSB electronic communication system: Behaviour Expectations: All students must sign a "Student Access Agreement" before receiving their individual user accounts and gaining access to the Board network. If a student is less than 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must also sign the agreement. Using the Board s electronic communication systems is a privilege, not a right, and can be restricted or, if appropriate, removed altogether. Individual user accounts must remain private. Students must act ethically, lawfully and in an appropriate manner when using the Board s electronic communication systems. Personal Safety & Privacy: Students will promptly inform a school Administrator or teacher if they receive any appropriate communication that makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Students should always protect their personal information and privacy. Unacceptable Activities: Attempts to access unauthorized areas of the Board s system, or any other computer system through the Board s network. This includes attempting to access another user s files or attempting to log on using another person s account. Malicious destruction or abuse of the Board s network, computer systems, hardware, software, or electronic devices. Accessing, installing or distributing unauthorized equipment, software or media files on the Board s network or computer systems. Engaging in any illegal activities such as the sale of drugs or alcohol, criminal activity or threatening the safety of another person. Engaging in any inappropriate behaviour such as cyber bullying, personal attacks, threats, harassment, hate motivated and discriminatory behaviours at school, school related events or in circumstances that negatively impact the school climate. These actions will be dealt with according to the Education Act or school code of conduct. Impersonation or using a false identity. Any use of inappropriate language (obscene, profane, threatening, harassing, bullying, racist or disrespectful) posted publically, privately, or on any websites. Bring Your Own Computer / Personal Electronic Device (PED): The student use of PEDs is a privilege, not a right and can be removed if it interferes with student learning, duties and obligations. Students are allowed to bring their own Personal Electronic Device (PED) including cell phones and laptops to school, but not to class unless permitted by the teacher, for an educational purpose. For educational purposes, students may use their PEDs when not in class in the following designated areas: Library and Cafeteria All other times PEDs MUST be securely stored away by the student and in silent mode during regular school hours. A student who uses a PED in class without the teacher s permission is subject to regular classroom and school disciplinary procedures. The teacher may send a student to see an administrator if a PED is used inappropriately during class. The administrator may confiscate the device and store it securely until the matter is resolved. The school administration may decide when and where PEDs are permitted and prohibited within a school environment. Students may connect their devices to the Board s Guest network for internet access only, in designated study areas and as per school policy. PEDs are NOT permitted in examination rooms, unless the teacher has granted permission. Board Technical support will not be provided for any hardware, software or connectivity issues, and users may not install any Board/Ministry licenced software, unless the softwar has been licensed for home use. All PEDs must have anti-virus malware protection on them prior to connecting to the Board s network. If a PED is suspected of interfering with the Board s network it must be disconnected and securely stored by the student. Students may not use PEDs to capture video or images in private areas such as washrooms or change rooms. When photographing a student or students on school property their consent must be granted. Parental/guardian consent is required for photographing a student with Special needs. Any images being posted or transmitted electronically while photographed on School property or at a school event must have the permission of the individual(s) or the principal. Any images or video that negatively impact the school climate must not be captured, transmitted or posted under any circumstances. Disciplinary Consequences: In the event that a student violates this policy, the student (and parent, where applicable) will be provided with a notice of violation and will meet with a school administrator/designate. A school administrator/designate may deny, restrict or suspend a student s access to the Board s network upon any violation of this policy or other rules of the school. Appropriate legal authorities will be contacted if there is any suspicion of illegal activities. The Board will cooperate fully with legal authorities in any investigation relating to illegal activities conducted through the Board s system. Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement Students must not plagiarize works that they find on the Internet. Students must and properly obtain permission and/or cite original ownership for copyright materials. and/or site original ownership for copyright materials.

21 May 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 Catholic Education Week 2 Catholic Education Week 3 Catholic Education Week 4 Catholic Education Week 5 Catholic Education Week 6 Catholic Education Week Parent Teacher Interviews Grade 11 Retreat Grade 9 Pilgrimage Town Hall #4 P.2 Virtue of the month: COMPASSION Mother s Day Respect for Life Week Assembly Respect for Life Week Respect for Life Week Respect for Life Week Curriculum Support Schedule-10 a.m. start Respect for Life Week Victoria Day 23 Student Council Election Week 24 Student Council Election Week 25 Student Council Election Week 26 Student Council Election Week Civvies Day Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) CSPC Student Services: (416) Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

22 5. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY A.29 Policy The T. C. D. S. B. provides employees and students with access to the Board's electronic communication system, which include Internet access. Within the context of its mission and vision, the Board's electronic communication system assists in preparing students for success in life and work in the 21st century by providing them with electronic access to a wide range of information and the opportunity to communicate with people throughout the world. The T. C. D. S. B.'s Acceptable Use Policy is broken down into the following regulations: 1. Board Responsibilities and Parental Responsibilities a) The Board will notify students and parents about the Board network and the policies governing its use. All students will sign a "Student Access Agreement" in which they will commit to abide by this policy prior to gaining access to the Internet and an individual, class and/or school account. If the student is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must also sign the agreement. b) This policy contains restrictions on accessing inappropriate material. There is a wide range of material available on the Internet, some of which may not be consistent with the code of ethics advocated by the TCDSB. The Board recognizes that parents share responsibility for transmitting Catholic moral values to their children. The Board will expect teachers to discuss with their students what material is and is not acceptable for access through the Board's system. The Board will expect parents to do the same. c) The Board will provide students and parents with guidelines for student safety while using the Internet. d) Parents are responsible for monitoring their child's use of the Internet if the system is accessed from home. The Board's Acceptable Use Policy also includes the following: 2. Personal Safety (restrictions for students only) 3. Illegal Activities 4. System Security 5. Inappropriate Language 6. Respect for Privacy 7. Respect for Resource Limits 8. Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement 9. Access to Inappropriate material The Disciplinary Process a) In the event that a student has violated this policy, the student (and parent when applicable) will be provided with notice of such violation and given an opportunity to present an explanation before the administrator. b) Disciplinary action will be tailored to meet specific concerns related to the violation and assist the student in gaining the self-discipline necessary to behave appropriately on an electronic network. c) A school administrator may deny, restrict, or suspend a student's access to the Board's system upon any violation of this policy or other rules of the school. d) Appropriate legal authorities will be contacted if there is any suspicion of illegal activities. Policy No: S.S.09 Revised: February 1, 2010 Abridged Version: August, 2008 The full version of the TCDSB s Code of Conduct Policy can be found on the board s web site. This condensed version serves to highlight sections that may be used for publication in a student agenda book or newsletter. It is suggested that the full version be reviewed annually. POLICY DEFINITIONS: The following list of words and phrases are defined in the complete full version: Bullying, Explosive Substance, Extortion, Firearm, Harassment, Hate Material, Inappropriate Use of Electronic Communications/Media, Physical Assault Causing Bodily Harm, Possession of a Weapon, Racial Harassment, Refractory Conduct, Replica Firearm, Robbery, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Threat to Inflict Serious Bodily Harm, Trafficking in Drugs and/or Harmful Substances. 1. POLICY Toronto Catholic District School Board Code of Conduct Abridged Version The Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), including staff, students, parents and trustees, is committed to the mission of providing a safe and welcoming learning environment that supports academic excellence and is an example of Christian community. This mission is affirmed in TCDSB policies, including the Violence Prevention Policy. Every member of this community - student, teacher, parent/guardian, support staff, trustee, parish priest, volunteers or others, while on TCDSB property, at TCDSB sponsored events and circumstances that could have an impact on the school climate - is governed by the policies of the TCDSB and shares in the responsibility for creating a positive environment that is safe, harmonious, comfortable, inclusive and respectful. The purpose of the TCDSB Code of Conduct is to further promote the mission of the TCDSB and to provide a framework for individual schools to develop local, school-based codes of conduct that foster a positive school climate and support student academic achievement and wellbeing. In addition, the TCDSB Code of Conduct and local school-based codes of conduct must be modified regularly. The TCDSB Code of Conduct is to be read together with the Violence Prevention Policy and all related TCDSB policies. The complete Policy for Acceptable Electronic Use is available on the T.C.D.S.B.'s Website at

23 June 2017 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 Athletic Banquet 2 Last Day for Semester 2 trips No new tests/ assignments 6 End of Year Graduation mass at 9:45 am at Tyndale Chapel Virtue of the month: FAITHFULNESS Grade 9 EQAO Math Grade 9 EQAO Math Closing Assembly 18 Father s Day 19 Term 2 Ends Period 1 Exams 21 Period 2 Exams Period 3 Exams Exam Conflict Day PROM Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M2M 3S4 Main Office: (416) Attendance: (416) Student Services: (416) Exam Review P.D. Day Graduation P.D. Day P.D. Day Fax: (416) Web Address: stjosephmorrowpark

24 The TCDSB Code of Conduct also recognizes the importance of progressive discipline which focuses on prevention and early intervention as the key to maintaining a positive Catholic school environment. More information can be found under Progressive Discipline Policy S.S LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK The Education Act requires school boards to establish policies and guidelines with respect to the conduct of persons in schools. Policy/Program Memorandum No. 128, issued October 4, 2007, and the revised Policy/Program Memorandum No. 144 and No. 145 enforced February 1, 2010 requires that the standards of behaviour in school board codes of conduct be appropriate for local communities. 3. PROVINCIAL CODE OF CONDUCT The Education Act permits the Minister of Education to establish a code of conduct governing the behaviour of all persons in schools. 4. GUIDING PRINCIPLES All participants involved in the publicly funded school system - students, parents or guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff members, superintendents, senior board staff, board personnel and trustees - are included in the Provincial Code of Conduct whether they are on school property, on school buses or at school-authorized events or activities that may have an impact on school climate. 5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The TCDSB Code of Conduct recognizes that all members of the school community comply with the standards of behaviour outlined in this policy. Toronto Catholic District School Board The TCDSB is committed to the principles and standards established by the Violence Prevention Policy. The TCDSB will not tolerate behaviour that jeopardizes the emotional well-being or physical safety of members of the school community. Schools Through the development or refinement of local codes of conduct, schools must communicate provincial and TCDSB standards of behaviour in a variety of languages suited to the respective communities. Principals Principals, under the direction of the school board, take a leadership role in the daily operation of the school. Bill 157 permits the Principal of a school to delegate limited powers under Part XIII of the Education Act to a vice-principal of the school or, in the absence of a vice principal, to a teacher employed in the school. Bill 157 requires the Principal to provide written acknowledgement of receipt of a report to the individual who initiate the report using the Incident Reporting Form Part II. Bill 157 requires Principals to contact the parent/guardian of victims who have been harmed as a result of serious student incidents including incidents for which a suspension or expulsion must be considered. A principal will not contact the parent/guardian of a victim if: the student is 18 years of age or older, the student is 16 or 17 years of age and has withdrawn from parental control, in the opinion of the principal, contacting the parent/guardian will create a risk of harm to the student by the parent/guardian. Teachers and School Staff Under the leadership of the principal, teachers and staff shall maintain order in the school and are expected to hold everyone to a high standard of respectful and responsible behaviour. Bill 157 requires all TCDSB employees, bus drivers and other non-tcdsb employees deemed appropriate, to report to the principal serious incidents that must be considered for suspension or expulsion using the Incident Reporting Form - Part 1. In addition, TCDSB employees, who work directly with students, must respond to incidents that may have a negative impact on school climate. Students Students are to be treated with respect and dignity. In return, they must demonstrate respect for themselves, for others and for the responsibilities of citizenship through acceptable behaviour. Parents and Guardians Parents and guardians play an important role in the education of their children and have a responsibility to support the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. Police and Community Members Police and community members are essential partners in making our schools and communities safer. Community members need to support and respect the rules of their local schools. Police will investigate and respond to incidents in accordance with the Police/School Board Protocol. 6. STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR Respect, Civility, Safety and Responsible Citizenship The TCDSB does not tolerate any anti-social or violent behaviour that impacts on learning environments. All local school codes of conduct must set out standards of behaviour consistent with the standards established in the TCDSB Violence Prevention Policy. Standards of Behaviour must promote respect, civility, responsible citizenship and Catholic values. Electronic Communications and Media Devices Schools shall include provisions in their local codes of conduct to ensure that all personal communication devices such as cell phones are powered off and stored out of view in instructional spaces (unless approved by the teacher for program use) and washrooms. 7. CONSEQUENCES FOR INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOURS Students Local school codes of conduct shall set out consequences that are consistent with The Education Act and the Board Safe School policies for Suspension (S.S.06) and Expulsions (S.S. 05). Mitigating Factors as stated in The Education Act shall be considered. Consequences for Inappropriate Behaviour: The following charts are used by Principals when considering consequences for the inappropriate behaviour of students. The term shall, as used in the legislation, means must. When the term may is used, it is important to note (according to the established Police/School Board Protocol) that if, through balance of probability, a criminal act that impacts on the climate of the school took place, the Principal must inform the Police.