Good Shepherd
School
Inspire Greatness
Good Shepherd School 1319 Thorburn Dr. SE Airdrie, AB T4A 2A5 Phone 403-500-2117
Fax 403-500-2317
Website: www.cssd.ab.ca/goodshepherd Twitter: @GoodShep_CSSD
This agenda belongs to :
Name :________________________________________________ Grade :______________________________________________ Homeroom/Teacher :_____________________________________
Welcome to Good Shepherd Catholic School, with a population of approximately 750 students
from Kindergarten to grade 8.
Our motto Believing, Leading, Learning guides us throughout all programs within the school.
The school building itself is spectacular with many features unique to Good Shepherd. The school
is very spacious and well designed to facilitate 21st century learning. Each classroom is blessed
with an abundance of natural lighting and plenty of room to allow movement and collaboration for
the learners. There are several break-out rooms, meeting rooms, and specialty rooms throughout
the school including; a band and art room, Library, Science Lab, Learning center and a large
gymnasium.
The 2016-17 school year will be another exciting year for us. Technology continues to become a
larger part of our educational process. Students and teachers are incorporating technology into
their everyday learning.
Much of our work at the school is based upon the work of Stephen Covey, most famous for
the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. His most recent work is titled The Leader in Me:
How Schools and Parents Around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time.
Students will be exposed to these principles in their everyday routines at the school.
The school has been designed to make the most of technology as a tool to assist student learning.
All classrooms are equipped with a SMART board, an LCD projector, speakers and a teacher
laptop computer. The entire school is wireless. This allows students to work anywhere in the school
and have the capability of accessing the internet and/or saving files. Over 125 Chromebooks are
used on a daily basis to bring technology into the hands of the students.
Classrooms are set up to optimize learning for the 21st Century learner. Research has taught us the
importance of movement breaks inside the classroom. Gone are the days of students sitting in
straight rows for extended periods of time. To increase student engagement, collaboration and
cooperative work are emphasized.
It is going to be a very exciting year at Good Shepherd. We encourage your involvement in the
school. Please do not hesitate to contact us.
On behalf of the entire staff, we invite you to join us as we continue in our journey of Believing,
Leading, Learning.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Bennett Lianne Kenyon John Principalli
Principal Vice-Principal Assistant Vice-Principal
GOOD SHEPHERD PRAYER
Jesus, our Good Shepherd, believing in your
people, you provide us with everything we
need. You seek out the lost and tenderly heal
the wounds of the hurting. With your abundant
love leading us, help us to reach out to others,
while learning together and building a caring,
Catholic, Good Shepherd Community. For
this we pray in your name.
Lord help us Inspire Greatness.
Amen
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE:
All members of our community are sacred and
must be treated with dignity and respect. We
value excellence in Catholic education, guided
by shared responsibility and the moral
authority of the Church.
THE ALBERTA HUMAN RIGHTS ACT:
Section three of the Alberta Human Rights Act
prohibits discrimination on the basis of an
individual’s race, religious beliefs, colour,
gender, gender identity, gender expression,
physical disability, mental disability, age,
ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source
of income, family status or sexual orientation
of that person or class of persons. Any
behaviour that supports this discrimination is
prohibited.
ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOURS
All district schools have established Catholic Community of Caring programs that focus on building respectful and caring school environments, rooted in Catholic values. Catholic Communities of Caring programs align with the School Act’s requirement to provide welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environments. Within our schools, we are building communities that are
inclusive and celebrate respect for one another, community and diversity. This includes placing a strong value on:
Respecting all others, regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status or sexual orientation.
Respecting the school authority.
Respecting the school and district property, as well as the property of others.
Respecting yourself and the rights of others in the school.
Making sure your conduct contributes to a welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environment in the school that respects the diversity and fosters a sense of belonging of others in your school.
Refraining from, reporting and refusing to tolerate bullying or bullying behaviour, even if it happens outside of the school or school hours or electronically.
Informing an adult you trust in a timely manner of incidents of bullying, harassment, intimidation or other safety concerns in the school.
Acting in ways that honour and appropriately represent you and your school.
Attending school regularly and punctually.
Being ready to learn and actively engage in and diligently pursue your education.
Knowing and complying with the rules of your school.
Cooperating with all school staff. Being accountable for your behaviour to your teachers and other school staff.
Contribute positively to your school and community.
A CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF CARING
Good
Shepherd
strives to
create a safe
and caring
school
environment.
Student’s
knowledge
and understanding are developed through an
integrated program at each grade level which
focuses around six values: Faith, Caring, Trust,
Family, Respect and Responsibility. OUR FAITH/RELIGIOUS PARTICIPATION
As a Catholic School, Religion is an integral
part of our school day. All students are
expected to participate fully in our Religion
Program which will include daily religious
instruction and regular religious celebrations
during the school year. The Family Life
Program is integrated into the Religion
program at each grade level. The sacraments
are an integral part of the Religion program in
Grades 2, 3 and 6.
Grade 2 - Communion
Grade 3 – Reconciliation
Grade 6 – Confirmation
Sacramental preparation is the responsibility of
the parish and parents who work jointly. The
school’s role is supportive.
CONSIDERATION OF STUDENT
DIVERSITY:
The School Act requires that the student code of conduct address consequences for unacceptable behaviour and that these reasonable consequences take into account the student’s age, maturity, and individual circumstances. The specific circumstances of the situation and of the student need to be taken into account when determining appropriate consequences. For example, any diverse needs that the student has – whether they are physical, behavioural, communicational, mental health, trauma, etc. – must be considered. The age and maturity of students involved should be considered when determining the consequences and support required.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITY:
A parent of a student has the responsibility
(a) to take an active role in the student’s
educational success, including assisting the
student in complying with section 12,
(b) to ensure the parent’s conduct contributes
to a welcoming, caring, respectful and safe
learning environment,
(c) to co-operate and collaborate with school
staff to support the delivery of specialized
supports and services to the students,
(d) to encourage, foster and advance
collaborative, positive and respectful
relationships with teachers, principals, other
school staff and professionals providing
supports and services in the school, and
(e) to engage in the student’s school
community.
School Act – Section 16.2
PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE
At Good Shepherd, appropriate behaviour is
expected of all students in order to foster a safe
and caring learning environment for all
members of our community.
Students who engage in unacceptable
behavior will be held accountable through the
school’s progressive discipline
plan. Consistent and logical consequences,
rather than punitive measures, are important
to support students in making appropriate
choices and help shape their future actions.
In any disciplinary situation, each student will
be dealt with on an individual basis, and will
take into account the student’s age, maturity
and individual circumstances. As well,
parental or district involvement may be
requested to support school discipline
procedures.
The school’s use of the progressive discipline
plan will determine the expectations,
consequences and the progression of actions
to be taken depending on the severity and/or
frequency of the occurrences. At all times,
teachers and administrators will use their
professional judgment in applying
consequences.
Consequences must have a positive effect on
the student’s journey through reconciliation,
either formally or informally, with the school
community and those affected by the
student’s behaviour. The following
consequences are progressive in their degree
of intervention and will be enacted depending
on the frequency and severity of
occurrences. They will be applied
consistently and equally to all students,
notwithstanding the individual differences of
children and the uniqueness of specific
circumstances and situations.
Progressive discipline is a whole-school
approach that utilizes a continuum of
interventions, supports, and consequences,
including
prevention measures and initiatives;
early and ongoing intervention strategies;
strategies to address unacceptable
behaviour.
Interventions and consequences increase
when:
the concerning behavior is persistent;
the concerning behavior escalates;
there is a very serious infraction of the code
of conduct.
Interventions and consequences may include,
but are not limited to, the following:
informal conferences;
restriction of privileges;
parent conferences;
in-school suspensions;
risk assessment;
suspension / expulsion (AP 356);
student redirection
Behaviour Support Plan (as part of the
Learner Support Plan);
involvement of Instructional Services and
supports;
involvement of external services and
supports.
The principal may involve police in
disciplinary matters when criminal activity
has become evident. When police are
involved, the principal will conduct a
separate, parallel investigation at the school
level and provide disciplinary action separate
from any criminal charges that may be issued.
OUR CHURCH: A POWERFUL PARTNER
Good Shepherd School is part of St. Paul’s
Parish.
Pastor: Father Domingo Bongalos
Address: 1305 Main Street
Airdrie, Alberta
T4B 1C5
Phone: 403-948-5394
Website: www.stpaulsairdrie.ca
Mass Times:
Tuesday - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday - 9:00 a.m.
Thursday - 7:00 p.m.
Friday - 9:00 a.m.
10:15 a.m. at Bethany
Care Center
Saturday - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
ATTENDANCE
Regular attendance is mandatory for all
students unless prevented by illness or other
reasons justifiable to the school. Regular
attendance will also ensure the student’s
success in his/her academic program. Students
are expected to be on time for school. Please
advise the school in advance if your child will
be absent by calling 403-500- 2117. This can
be done at any time as messages left will be
listened to prior to attendance being entered.
SAFE ARRIVAL POLICY
1. If a student will be absent from school,
parents are requested to contact the school
stating the reason for the absence. (Messages
can be left on the school voice mail.) If the
school is not contacted regarding a student’s
absence, we will phone the home, cell phones
and then the parent’s place of work. This
procedure is in place to ensure our students’
safety. Please make certain that we have all up
to date contact information.
2. Homeroom teachers will be notified of the
absence.
3. Students are expected to be in school except
when illness, appointment, or a family
emergency prevents attendance.
LATES
If your child arrives after the bell, it is
important that they stop at the office and get a
late slip before going to their classroom.
HOURS OF OPERATION Monday to Thursday 8:17 a.m. Entry bell 8:21 a.m. Instruction begins 10:15-10:30 a.m. Recess (Gr. 1-5) 11:00 a.m. K Dismissal 12:03-12:43 p.m. Lunch 12:00 p.m. PM. K begins 2:50 p.m. K- 8 Dismissal Friday 8:17 a.m. Entry bell 8:21 a.m. Instruction begins 10:15-10:30 a.m. Recess (Gr. 1-5) 11:00 a.m. K Dismissal 11:56-12:34 p.m. Lunch 11:35 a.m. P.M. K begins 1:40 p.m. K- 8 Dismissal
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Parents are urged to have all students’ articles
marked with some manner of identification.
Students should not bring large amounts of
money, valuable articles or toys to school.
SCHOOL TELEPHONE/CELL PHONES
In case of emergencies, students are able to
access a phone located at the office.
Permission to use the phone must be obtained
from a teacher. Outside class time, permission
may be granted by office staff. Students will
not be permitted to use the phone to call home
about after school plans or forgotten
homework/library books.
Cell phones are permitted for before or after
school use and are to be turned off during
school hours except for grade 6-8 who will be
using the electronic devices as an agenda.
STUDENT DRESS
Students are expected to dress in accordance
with the moral values promoted in our Catholic
school. Cutoffs, short shorts and skirts, skimpy
tops, halter tops or tops having spaghetti straps
or no straps as well as T-shirts with
questionable pictures or phrases are not
acceptable. Hats are not to be worn within the
building. The exceptions would include a
specified “hat day” or a child who is dressing
to go out into inclement weather. Health
regulations and monthly fire drills mandate the
wearing of proper indoor shoes in the school at
all times.
During winter months or wet weather, parents
are also requested to ensure their children have
appropriate clothing. Except on the very
coldest days, students are expected to be
outside for the recess periods and they must be
properly dressed to do so.
HEALTH SERVICES
Good Shepherd School has access to a public
health nurse through Community Health
Services. The nurse plays a consultative role
in assisting with the maintenance of good
health habits. We look to parents to supply
significant background information with
respect to any conditions which would leave
any child medically vulnerable (allergies, etc.)
DIVERSE LEARNING TEACHER
Good Shepherd receives the services of a
Diverse Learning Teacher to work with
children who require additional assistance with
the Language Arts or Math, as well as, English
Language Learners (ELL).
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
Students have access to a guidance counselor.
The guidance counseling program is centered
on helping individual students meet their
growth and developmental needs– educational,
personal and social. The delivery of this
program is collaborative, involving the school
counselor and other school staff. Program
success is based on a close partnership among
school, home and community.
STUDENT SUPPORT
The School Act requires that the student code of
conduct address consequences for unacceptable
behaviour and that these reasonable consequences
take into account the student’s age, maturity, and
individual circumstances. The specific
circumstances of the situation and of the student
need to be taken into account when determining
appropriate consequences. For example, any
diverse needs that the student has – whether they
are physical, behavioural, communicational,
mental health, trauma, etc. – must be considered.
The age and maturity of students involved should
be considered when determining the consequences
and support required.
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is any task assigned by teachers
that students complete during non-school
hours. The Calgary Catholic School District
recognizes well-planned homework in Grades
3-12 can be a meaningful part of a student’s
learning. Time spent on homework may vary
from one student to the next. Parents who have
concerns with homework expectations should
contact their child’s teacher or the school
principal to discuss the situation and the
options available. The Calgary Catholic
School District finalized a homework
regulation in consultation with its community.
You can find more information about the
District’s homework regulation at
www.cssd.ab.ca.
Research suggests that daily reading (30
minutes) is a valuable lifestyle activity that
should be nurtured from a very early age.
Whether parents are reading to children or
children are reading to parents, the benefits of
this ritual are well documented in the literature.
We highly encourage that this be promoted in
every home for each of our students.
Homework is not provided in advance of a
child leaving the school on a vacation. There
will be a multi-curricular common assignment
available that the child may pass in upon their
return.
LIBRARY
Library books are readily available to students.
Books may be checked out for a one week
period. To improve the book circulation in our
library, students are asked to return their books
on time. Students who lose or deface library
books will be expected to pay for their
replacement.
TRANSPORTATION
Busing is arranged jointly by Rocky View,
Cardinal and Calgary Catholic.
Communications should be directed to First
Student at 403 948-1180. If the bus is late
getting to your bus stop please phone the late
bus line at 403250-0016. If your child is to take
a different bus after school, please call the
Ride-A-Long line at 403 948-9107.
All urban students shall be issued a bus pass at
the rate established for the current year. School
bus passes must be shown to the driver upon
boarding the bus. Please note, any lost pass
may be replaced at a cost of $15.00 per
replacement.
Students who are using the buses are requested
to observe the following:
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SCHOOL
BUS PASSENGERS
1. Follow the driver’s instruction at all
times.
He/she is in full charge of the bus and
is responsible for your safety.
2. Be considerate of the other
passengers and the bus driver.
Mutual consideration creates a pleasant
atmosphere on the bus.
3. Have respect for the bus and its
contents.
Parents/students will be expected to pay
for damage caused by the students.
4. Sit squarely in the seat, facing
forward. Keep head, limbs and
objects inside the bus and out of
the bus aisle.
This is the safest way to travel on a
school bus and may prevent serious
injury.
5. Keep noise to a minimum.
Loud noises or shouting are
dangerously distracting to the driver.
The bus drivers are responsible for the safe
operation of buses at all times and have
complete authority over passengers. Refusal to
obey bus regulations or instructions of the bus
driver will be considered as a serious offense
and will result in appropriate disciplinary
action including possible suspension from
riding the school bus.
SCHOOL YARD SAFETY
We request that students refrain from riding
bicycles, skateboards, scooters, motorized
scooters or wearing rollerblades on school
property. All bicycles should be locked up in
the bike rack provided. All actions of students
on school property reflect awareness of safety
for self and others. School rules are based
upon our concern for safety.
Supervision of students begins at 8:02 a.m.
Students should not arrive before this time.
K-5 Students are expected to remain outdoors
until the bell rings unless otherwise told.
After school supervision of students is until
3:00 p.m. Monday –Thursday
1:50 p.m. on Friday.
EXTRA -CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Extra -curricular activities will include Band
and Choir. There will also be junior and senior
teams for basketball, volleyball, wrestling,
badminton, cross-country running, flag
football and track and field. The Good
Shepherd Rams will compete against other
Calgary Catholic Junior High schools.
GYM STRIP
Students in grade 4-8 will be expected to
change into gym strip to participate in Phys.
Ed. classes. Students in grades 6 to 8 are
expected to wear the school gym strip for
Phys. Ed.
CLOSED CAMPUS
All students will remain on the school grounds
from the time they arrive at the start of the day
until the dismissal at the end of the day. Any
students who are leaving the school grounds
must be signed out by a parent at the front
office. All students will stay on school
property at lunch time. The only exception is if
their parent has requested they join them at
home for lunch. A form must be completed
yearly and filed at the office.
LUNCHROOM FEES
Students staying for lunch are charged a fee
which covers the cost of providing lunchroom
supervisors. If this program causes financial
hardship in any way, parents are asked to
contact the school to discuss options.
LUNCH PROCEDURES
Students in grades 1-6 will eat their lunch in
the gymnasium. Students in grades 7- 8 will
eat their lunch in the gathering area.
Allergy awareness areas will be provided for
those students who require them.
A canteen will be available for students to
purchase milk, juice, and food items to be
determined.
CUSTODY
We release children only to parents or
guardians. Whenever there is a custody issue,
the administration will work with parents to
ensure a safe environment for the children
involved. Please discuss any custody orders
with the school Principal or Vice-Principal.
We will advise those staff who need to be made
aware to ensure the safety of the child. The
School Act requires schools to have a copy of
a custody order. Please make certain that a
copy of the most recent custody order is
provided to the school.
LOCKERS
Lockers are available for those students in
grades 6 to 8. The lockers are the smaller style,
thus students are encouraged to keep only
necessary items at school. Extra supplies
should be kept at home until they are required.
PETS
Due to allergy and safety concerns, we must
limit animals within the school.
Students/parents are asked to refrain from
bringing pets in unless special arrangements
are made with the classroom teacher. Dogs are
not allowed on school grounds at any time.
ALLERGIES
At Good Shepherd School we recognize that
we are all individuals with unique physical
characteristics. Several of our staff and
students have allergies that, in some cases are
severe. For these individuals, we demonstrate
understanding and respect by adhering to a few
simple practices. Classrooms must be a safe
place for all, thus we ensure that any unsafe
products are kept out of these areas. There will
be a sign posted by the door of the classrooms
that certain products may not be used. A letter
will also be sent home with the students in the
classroom identifying the products that will not
be allowed in the class.
Please ensure that you and your child are aware
of the seriousness of the allergies and show
respect by ensuring that any snacks sent to the
school do not contain any nut products.
PARKING LOT
The parking lot is provided primarily for staff
who must drive to school on a daily basis.
There are 4 stalls that will be clearly identified
for visitors. Parents can use these parking stalls
for short term visits to the school. Handicap,
and car pool stalls will also be identified. We
ask that only those stalls be used exclusively
for the intended purpose. In the interest of
safety, please do not use the parking lot to drop
off and pick-up students.
RAM FAMILIES
Aside from belonging to a homeroom, each
student in the school will also belong to a
Ram Family. This multi-aged group will
consist of about 25 students each that will meet
several times a year. It is another way to
promote community within the school.
Younger students will be known to the older
members of our school and will always have
several “buddies” visible to them on the
playground.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Students in Grades 1 - 6 will be asked to
purchase a school agenda, the cost of which is
covered by school fees. Students are required
to purchase all personal, consumable school
supplies. A list of these materials can be
obtained from the website or from the office.
At the end of a given school year, a copy of
recommended student supplies for the
following year will be posted on the school
website.
PROGRAM OF STUDIES
Our academic programs are designed to serve
the needs of the students according to the
guidelines set out by Alberta Education.
Students are encouraged to achieve their
potential through varied programming. The
following link will provide you with up to date
information regarding the specific curriculum
for each grade level.
http://education.alberta.ca/parents/resources/h
andbook.aspx
INTERNET USE
Use of the internet is a privilege - not a right.
All users will be expected to follow strict
moral codes and use appropriate etiquette. All
users will be required to sign a form on which
they agree to abide by District conditions for
use.
MULTI-GRADE CLASSROOMS
Multi-grade classrooms often occur in
elementary schools due to uneven distribution
of student population. They are a very
common occurrence within the Calgary
Catholic School District. Students or groups of
students are selected for a multi-grade
classroom, based on a multitude of
considerations - ability and work habits, ability
to work independently, age - peer
relationships, etc.
Multi-grade classrooms are sometimes viewed
as a single unit. That is, in many of the subject
areas, instruction can be provided through a
combined program. However, instruction is
provided at the appropriate grade level where
skills are very specific for that grade. An
example where this might be quite evident
EVALUATION POLICY AND REPORTING
Student progress is continually evaluated using
a combination of standardized and teacher
made tests, anecdotal records, teacher
observations, etc. Good Shepherd School has
four reporting periods. The initial reporting
period, an “Oral Report” is scheduled for
September 17 and 18. This is an interactive
report. Parent(s) must attend. Parents are
asked to come prepared to help “round out” the
new teacher’s profile for the student. This
reporting period is most often a very positive
and productive interchange. A fifteen minute
appointment is arranged by parents by using
the web based service. Details will be sent
home early in September.
The subsequent three reporting periods are
“Written Reports”. These progress reports
provide parents with a “snapshot” of their
child’s level of achievement. Interviews will
be scheduled for reporting periods two and
three based upon needs.
Following the report card in March, student-
led conferences will be set up allowing each
student the opportunity to showcase their
learning. It is very important that an adult is
available during this time period.
Parents should feel free to contact teachers at
Good Shepherd School regarding the progress
of their children. Arrangements can be made
to meet the teachers between major reporting
periods to update progress the student has
made since the last official reporting period.
would be the Mathematics program.
NEWSLETTERS
In an effort to role model the use of technology,
and to be more environmentally responsible,
we will make every attempt to limit the amount
of paper that is being sent home. One way to
reduce this is to rely on electronic
correspondence when possible. The current
newsletter will always be posted on the school
website. In addition there will also be archived
newsletters for the year. Arrangements will
also be made to email the document to
families. For the first month of school, a paper
version will be sent home to every family.
Following that, only those families that
specifically request a print copy will have one
sent home.
VOLUNTEERS
Parents are welcome to volunteer in the school
in a variety of capacities. Parental involvement
could be inside of the classroom, at home with
the preparation of materials, during the day, or
in the evening. There are many ways for you to
be involved in supporting your child’s
education. Please contact your child’s teacher
to offer assistance.
The Volunteer Orientation and volunteer forms
are available on our school website. Check the
website and the September newsletter for
additional details.
STUDENT GROUPS
Over the year, our school may establish a
student group, which engages in discussion
and activities related to diversity and justice
issues, including support for students
belonging to sexual minorities. In particular,
within our Religious Education and Family
Life Catholic Community of Caring program,
students may provide leadership and receive
support to continue to build inclusive
communities, aligned with our Catholic social
teachings. If you with further information,
please contact the principal.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
a) Evacuations
Proper training for evacuation is a must in
every school. Drills are held on a regular basis.
When the alarm sounds, or upon request,
students will proceed quietly in single file to
the nearest designated exit. They will line up
with their teachers at a safe distance from the
school. When re-entering the building,
children will do so in a quiet orderly manner.
Where conditions require, students may be
directed to assemble at Meadowbrook Middle
School.
b) Lock-down Procedures
If ever the occasion arises that the school must
be “locked down”, procedures are in place. All
exterior entrances are locked. Students are
accounted for within their classroom and
classrooms are also locked. Entrance to the
building would be via the front door
exclusively and only by authority of school
personnel.
AIR RIFLES
The district prohibits students from possessing
weapons or engaging in violent or threatening acts
on school property, and at school sponsored
functions and activities. "Weapon" means any
object, device, or instrument designed or through
its use is capable of threatening or producing bodily
harm to oneself or others. By this definition, air
rifles/guns are therefore considered weapons. As it
is challenging to visually identify these weapons as
air rifles/guns, school staff, Calgary Police
Services and the RCMP will likely respond in the
same manner as they would an actual rifle/gun. For
the safety of all students, staff and visitors in the
school, these items are not allowed on school
property or at school-related activities under any
circumstance.
OVERVIEW OF THE 7 HABITS
Habit 1: Be Proactive
To be proactive is to have the ability to choose
your response. Proactive people take
responsibility for themselves, their actions,
their decisions, their mood and attitudes. They
carry their own weather.
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind
To begin with the end in mind means that one
starts with a clear understanding of one’s
destination. Setting goals provides the
roadmap. Without an end in mind, it is possible
to be climbing the ladder of success only to
find it is leaning against the wrong wall.
Habit 3: Put First Things First
To put first things first takes willpower,
determination and courage. We need to decide
what things are the most important in our lives.
Then we need to plan how and when we are
going to take care of, or do those things.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win
Thinking win-win means finding a solution
that works for all parties involved. Searching
for solutions provides peace and happiness for
ourselves and others. It is cooperation- not
competition. Win-Win thinking requires a
combination of courage, consideration and
listening.
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to
be Understood
This is the skill of empathic listening- listening
to understand. Empathic listening means to
listen with the intent to understand another
person’s frame of reference. This is when we
listen not only with our ears but our hearts. We
listen for feeling and for meaning.
Habit 6: Synergize
Synergy is the result of truly creative
teamwork. The results of two or more people
working together are much better than the
results an individual would have created alone.
This habit involves looking at alternatives,
listening to other’s views, valuing differences
and seeking creative “third alternatives.”
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw
To sharpen the saw involves self-renewal and
continuous improvement. Sharpening the saw
requires attention to spiritual, physical, mental,
social and emotional renewal activities that
will provide energy required to be truly
effective.
LEADERSHIP IN ENGERY AND ENVIROMENTAL DESIGN
Good Shepherd School is the first school in the Calgary Catholic School District, or in Airdrie to be
built according to LEED standards. This provides a “cleaner and greener” environment for teaching
and learning to occur. Some of the many features of this design are listed below.
Low flow water fixtures will reduce water consumption by at least 30%.
Building is designed to optimize energy performance, to reduce energy costs by 51%
compared to other buildings of its kind.
Construction waste management plan is in place to ensure that 75% of all construction
waste is diverted from landfills.
The construction materials used in this project contains at least 15% recycled
materials.
All classrooms and offices are fitted with operable windows for occupant controlled
fresh air ventilation.
Most building spaces are equipped with motion and/or heat sensor activated lighting
to ensure that all non-essential lighting (unoccupied spaces) is automatically turned
off to reduce energy consumption.
An improved ventilation system provides floor level fresh air at low speed which then
migrates with the air contaminants to the ceiling level where it is evacuated.
Common gathering spaces with clerestory windows are equipped with daylight
sensors that turn off lighting when sufficient sunlight is available.
Not only does this program save costs, it provides all of us with a cleaner and safer environment in
which to learn every day.
GOOD SHEPHERD CALENDAR - 2016/2017
AUGUST
Aug. 29 NO SCHOOL – Teacher PL Day
Aug. 30 NO SCHOOL – Teacher Org. Day
– District Mass p.m.
Aug. 31 NO SCHOOL – Teacher Org. Day
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 1 First Day of Classes for gr. 1-8 (full day)
Sept. 1 Kissing Hand day for Kindergarten
Sept. 2 First Day of Classes for Kindergarten
Sept. 2 Grade one orientation 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 5 NO SCHOOL – Labour Day
Sept. 7 Grade six & seven orientation 6:30 p.m.
Sept. 15 Parent /Teacher Conferences (3:30 -7:30)
Sept. 15 No Kindergarten Classes
Sept. 16 NO SCHOOL – Parent /Teacher Conferences
Sept. 27 Photo Day
OCTOBER
Oct. 7 NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day
Oct. 10 NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Day
Oct. 31 NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day
NOVEMBER
Nov. 1 Faith Day - NO SCHOOL
Nov. 7 Photo Retakes Nov. 11 NO SCHOOL – Remembrance Day
Nov. 28 Progress reports sent home
DECEMBER
Dec. 1 Parent Teacher Conferences (3:30-7:30)
Dec. 1 No Kindergarten Classes
Dec. 2 NO SCHOOL – Parent /Teacher Conferences
Dec. 6 Christmas concert Grades 1, 3, 5
Dec. 22 Christmas break begins
Grades 1 to 8
Monday- Thursday Friday
Entrance Bell: 8:17 8:17
Lunch 12:03-12:43 11:57-12:37
Dismissal 2:50 1:40
Recess – 10:20 – 10:35 10:13-10:28
JANUARY Jan. 9 Classes resume
Jan. 27 NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day
FEBRUARY
Feb. 16 NO SCHOOL – Teacher’s Convention
Feb. 17 NO SCHOOL – Teacher’s Convention
Feb. 20 NO SCHOOL – Family Day
MARCH
Mar. 13 Progress reports sent home
Mar. 15 Student Led Conferences (3:30-7:30)
Mar. 16 NO SCHOOL – Student Led Conferences
Mar. 17 NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day
Mar. 20 Spring Photos
Mar. 24 Spring Break Begins
APRIL
Apr. 3 Classes resume
Apr. 14 NO SCHOOL – Good Friday
Apr. 17 NO SCHOOL – Easter Monday
MAY
May 10 Spring Concert Grades K, 2, 4
May 19 NO SCHOOL – Professional Learning Day
May 22 NO SCHOOL – Victoria Day
JUNE
June 29 LAST DAY of classes
Progress reports sent home
June 30 Teacher organizational am
Kindergarten
Monday- Thursday Friday
Morning class Morning class
8:17-11:00 8:17-11:00
Afternoon class Afternoon class
12:00-2:50 11:35-1:40