Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School

959 Midland Avenue

Toronto, Ontario M1K 4G4

Telephone: 416-393-5554 Fax: 416-397-6152

Web Address:

http://www.tcdsb.org/Schools/jeanvanier/Pages/default.aspx

Growing

Together

Jean Vanier

Catholic Secondary School

“In the Service of the Community”

Welcome

Bienvenue

Willkommen

Bienvenidos

Bemvindos

Benvenuti

Mabuhay

to Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary

Committed to academic excellence, While fostering integrity, creativity and responsibility to

self and community

Our School, Our Community

We emphasize Academics We value the Arts We encourage Athletics We utilize Technology

We create a caring, ethical community that values achievement, diversity, and initiative.

Grade 9 Orientation

Grade Nine Orientation and Retreat During the month of September, our grade nine students participate in an overnight Orientation/Retreat at Youth Leadership Camps Canada (YLCC) in Orillia. Senior leadership students prepare and lead several activities that emphasize teamwork, friendship, and our Catholic values. It is a great opportunity for the grade nines to meet some of their teachers, learn about our school tradition, and experi-ence mentorships with some of our senior students. The two day Orientation/retreat includes several team building activities, guest speakers, a campfire, personal reflection time, mass, and much more. They return to Jean Vanier with confidence as they continue their transition into high school.

Our Graduates

At Jean Vanier, our students are challenged to do their best. We encourage in each young man and woman the maximum level of individual achievement. Graduates depart with more than knowledge, they leave with confidence, a deeper under-standing of their faith, and an appreciation of the role they will play in shaping tomorrow. Our students pursue different career pathways: university, college, apprenticeship, and the world of work. Scholarships: Notable competitive scholarships awarded to Jean Vanier graduates in recent years: University and College Entrance Scholarships Special Jean Vanier Graduation Awards Athletic Scholarships

Jean Vanier Open House

AGENDA

6:30 - 6:35 O’Canada & Prayer

6:35 – 6:40

Principal’s Welcome

6:40 - 6:45 CSAC Chair Welcome

6:45 – 6:50

Slide Show

6:50 - 6:55 Grade 9 & 12 Experience

6:55 – 7:00

Drumline Performance

7:00 - 8:00

Exploring Jean Vanier

Exploring Jean Vanier Arts Department

Room 212 and 213 - Photography Darkroom demo Hallway display Photo Shoot Room 315 - Visual Arts Students working in Art Studio Art work displays Room 237 - Native Studies Students working in studio Artwork display Room 218 - Drama Students performing Room 236 - Music Students rehearsing/Drumline

Canadian & World Studies Room 252 & 253 Scavenger Hunt Room 305 Economics & Accounting Activity

Communication Technology Room 304 - ComTech Anime Club Graphic Design Video Projects Room 102 -Automotive Shop Student Demonstrations Room 107 Computer Science Room 111 - Cooperative Education Available for questions about program

English Department Room 241 Display of students work Room - 240 - Languages French & Spanish Languages Program

Mathematics Department

Room 254 Information display Smart Board Demo

Physical Education Weight room Student demonstrations Gym Senior Boys Basketball TDCAA Champions 2011-2012 Top 8 in the province

Religion /Chaplaincy

Chapel - Table outside of Chapel

Student Services Room 201A

Special Education Room 312 Available for questions on: DD-ME Program Gifted Program Resource Program

Science Room 121 - Mr. M. Jorge Physics - Living organisms Chemistry– Wonders of electricity Biology

Students at Jean Vanier may pursue enrichment activities in three areas. First, they may do so through the many co-curricular programs offered at the school in arts, comtech and sports. Second, they can volunteer into many of the service initiatives offered through chaplaincy, leadership, and student council. Finally, students who are identified as Gifted and those who obtain high marks and can afford to miss class for other pursuits, are encouraged to participate in many challenging activities offered by third party organi-zations.

These include but are not limited to:

Academic contests through the University of Waterloo and others

Various competitions related to the arts, including music, drama and communications technology

Realistic Mock Trial Experiences Debating An annual enrichment conference at the University of

Toronto An opportunity to attend Queens' University enrichment

program in residence in May In-house Reach for the Top team and competitions Opportunities to attend Canadian Club and Empire Club

luncheons to hear from engaging speakers in a wide va-riety of fields

And many more…..

Enrichment

Program

Leadership

&

Peer Support

Leadership and Peer support is a unique grade 11 elective course at Jean Vanier. Over the semester, students develop their communication, coaching, teamwork and conflict management skills and interpersonal relations to bring out the best in their fellow peers. These enhanced skills are then applied to special events in the school such as the grade 9 Orientation, Fall Food Drive, Me to We and the Vow of Silence. Special focus is also given to the complex-ity of social issues facing the local and global community with students now being empowered to take immediate action to address these problems.

Our

History

“Through Knowledge Toward God”

Established in 1989, Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School is a vibrant, semestered, co-educational high school. Inspired by our motto, “Through Knowledge Toward God”, we encourage our students to strive for excellence, and to develop their talents in the areas of academics, athlet-ics, technology, leadership, and the arts. Faculty members foster the development of each student, and are committed to ensuring that our young men and women attain a healthy balance of curricu-lar and co-curricular activities during their high school years. Our school is a warm, welcoming, and caring community that celebrates and embraces the living vision of Jean Vanier, a Canadian witness to the gospel. His philosophy is based upon the belief that every human being is a gift from God an deserves to be loved and respected. We will, there-fore, continue to be a school that welcomes and affirms all young people. Our goal is to ensure that all students are provided with a safe, nurturing, and rewarding learning environment that al-lows them to reach their maximum potential.

Our

Mission

A school community formed by Catholic beliefs and traditions, our goal is to ignite our students’ curiosity, imagination and passion. Placing great emphasis on respect and responsibility, we are committed to maintain an atmosphere in which all students have the opportunity to thrive and mature into productive, proud and fulfilled adults who meaning-fully contribute to the world. We challenge our students to make a difference.

Our Academic Program

Our academic program is both rich and varied. We provide classroom experiences that prepare students for different pathways: university, College, apprenticeship, the workplace and also for life as responsible citizens in a complex and changing world. The Ontario secondary school system has been organized so that each student may select courses suited to his/her interests, abilities and goals for the future. The result is a credit system with many optional subject choices and a strong compulsory academic foundation. Organizational skills, work habits and study skills are emphasized in all our subject areas. We prepare students to become Life-long learners.

“Many students are Ontario Scholars and

Win numerous scholarships to colleges and universities.”

Our Service to the

Community

Art Club Athletic club Auto Club Board Games Club Cabayan Youth Network Camp Olympia Leadership Weekend Catholic Student Leadership Cricket Club CSLIT Committee Destination Imagination Drama Club Eco Team Empowered Student Partnerships English Conversation Circle ESL Drop-In club

ESL/ELL Language and Cooking Club GO LOCAL Grad and Prom Committees Homework Club Improv Club International Students Club Jean Vanier Anime Club Jr. and Sr. Band Leadership Math and Science Competitions Math Club Maverick Athletic Council Multicultural Night Musical Club

Peer mentorship Photography Club Prom Committee School newsletter Skills Canada Team Spanish Club Stage Band Student Activity Council Tech Crew The JV Canadian Idol Voice Club Vanier Vibe Podcast Volunteer Ambassadors Yearbook Vanier Youth Group

Leadership, Community Service, and Co-Curricular Activities

Based on Jean Vanier’s challenge to make a difference, every student from grades 9 to 12 is encouraged to develop leadership skills and a commitment to community service. The following is a list of clubs and experiences that your child will be able to enjoy:

Our Technology Program

CITI Motive This two-year course combines learning at school, learning at Centennial College, on-the-job technical training and paid employment. Students will earn 6 credits (3 theory, 3 co-operative education), in this program. In-struction will take place at Centennial College and Jean Vanier C.S.S.

Communication Technology The wide variety of Communication Technology courses offered at Jean Vanier are designed to teach students the crucial digital skills required for life in the 21st century. The Communication Technology courses are de-signed to meet the needs of all students regardless if they are going into a related field of study. Our program includes; Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Print Produc-tion, Animation, Digital Photography and Film Production. Our award winning program has garnered the attention at various compe-titions over the past decade including but not limited to: Skills Canada, Zoom Film Festival, Toronto Student Film Festival and Sprockets Jump Cuts Film Festival.

“Our students graduate with the skills required for the 21st century”

SHSM Specialist High Skills Major In Transportation A SHSM is a pathway that allows students to gain sector-specific skills and knowledge. It allows you to “customize” your high school program based on your interests. It helps you to focus on your career goals. The SHSM is a high school program that includes: A defined bundle of courses Industry-recognized training and certification Experiential learning activities Reach ahead activities in the area of your post

secondary destination

Courses at a Glance

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English 1D,1P,1L ESL _____________________

English 2D,2P,2L, ESL _____________________

English 3U,3C,3E, ESL Literacy Skills _____________________

English 4U, 4C, 4E, ESL Writer’s Craft, Literacy Skills _____________________

Mathematics 1D, 1P, 1L _____________________

Mathematics 2D,2P,2L _____________________

Functions and Relations, Func-tions, Mathematics of Personal Finance, Mathematics for Every-day Life _____________________

Advanced Functions and Intro-ductory Calculus, Geometry an Discrete Mathematics, Mathe-matics of Data Management, College and Apprenticeship Mathematics, Mathematics for Everyday life _____________________

Science 1D, 1P, 1L _____________________

Science 2D, 2P, 2L _____________________

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health Science _____________________

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health Science _____________________

Canadian Geography 1D, 1P ______________________

Canadian History 2D, 2P Civics - .5 credit Career Studies - .5 credit ______________________

World History to the 16th Cen-tury, Regional Geography, Law, Parenting, Designing Your Fu-ture, Leadership and Peer Sup-port, Cooperative Education, Travel & Tourism ______________________

Economics, Canadian and Inter-national Law, Canadian and World Issues, Philosophy, Indi-viduals and Families in a Di-verse Society, World History, Cooperative Education ______________________

Dramatic Arts, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts ______________________

Dramatic Arts, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts ______________________

Dramatic Arts, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts, Photography ________________________

Dramatic Arts, Instrumental Music, Visual Arts, Photogra-phy, Yearbook ______________________

Business & Computer Science ______________________

Introduction to Information Technology (Computers), Infor-mation Technology In Business ______________________

Computer and Information Sci-ence, Introduction to Financial Accounting, Intr. To Marketing, Intr. To Entrepreneurial Studies ________________________

Computer Science, Principles of Financial Accounting, Econom-ics ______________________

Healthy Active Living Education (Phys Ed) (segregated classes) ________________________

Healthy Active Living Education ______________________

Personal Fitness, Sports Man-agement ______________________

Exercise Science, Personal Fit-ness ______________________

Learning Strategies ________________________

Learning Strategies ________________________

Learning Strategies ________________________

Advanced Learning Strategies, Skills for Success after Secon-dary School ______________________

Religious Education ________________________

Christ and Culture ________________________

World Religions ________________________

Church and Culture ______________________

Technological Studies ________________________

Communications Technology Transportation Technology ________________________

Communications Technology Transportation Technology, CITI-Motive Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) ________________________

Communications Technology Transportation Technology, CITI-Motive Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) ________________________

Our Arts Program Our music, performing arts, visual arts and Native Studies

programs provide students with the opportunity to explore their individual talents while fostering a lifelong apprecia-tion for the arts.

Drama Grade 9-12 Drama courses Grade 11/12 Playwriting Course Grade 11/12 Stage Design Course Tableaux, mask, clown and physical theatre Improv, character development, Monologues

and Scene Study Children’s Theatre Elementary Performances Numerous school and community performance

opportunities Extracurriculars: School musicals and plays Improv Club and Improv Team Student’s works showcases Festival of Sight and Sound Attend professional theatre

shows in the GTA

Visual Arts Drawing of perspective and still life Painting and colour theory Body casting Venetian mask making Installation Art Printmaking Learn how to critique artwork Art history from Egyptian to Roman Art Native Studies

Understanding Aboriginal art Learning hands-on techniques Carvings, drawing, sculptures

and much more Week-long Aboriginal art ex-

change

Music Advance performance techniques Advanced computer sound & re-cording Great extracurricular bands

Drumline Marching band Vocal ensemble Concert band Stage band

Photography Elements & Principles of

Design The creative & design

process Connections between

works of art & their histori-cal contexts

Fundamentals of photo-graphic & lens-based im-aging

Learning a life skill combin-ing practice and theory to create photographic art

Yearbook Publishing and Editing Business Protocol Graphic Design Journalism Computer Layout Design Valuable Business Arts-

related skills

“He who had received the five talents went off at once and traded with them, and he made five more talents” – Matthew 25:16

Our Athletic Program

Mission Jean Vanier is proud of its long and distinc-tive athletics history. The key to our success is based on the fact that our commitment to student-athletes is central, uncompromising and achieved within the highest academic and ethical standards. Our mission com-plements and enhances the development of the total person. We strive to create a sup-portive community which fosters the intel-lectual, spiritual, emotional, social and physical attributes of our students, staff and colleagues. Our mission also embraces the rules and regulations of the TDCAA and OFSAA. Your son/daughter will have the opportunity to be involved in the following activities:

Badminton Baseball Basketball Cheerleading Cross-Country

running Flag Football Golf Ping Pong Rugby Softball Soccer-indoor &

outdoor Tennis Track & Field Volleyball

MAVERICKS ARE MADE OF Motivation Attitude Vigour Enthusiasm Respect Intensity Commitment Kindness

Dare to be great - BE A MAVERICK!!!