WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF THE BAY CATHOLIC

HIGH SCHOOL!!

GRADE 8 PARENT NIGHTJANUARY 20th, 2021

ADMINISTRATION TEAMPRINCIPAL STUDENT SERVICESJohn Collingbourne Anna Coccimiglio

VICE-PRINCIPAL CHAPLAINCYKerri Parent Marianna Knights

SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT SUCCESSGaynor MacMillan Maureen BrinnMeghan McKee

Who are we?- formerly known as Jean Vanier CHS, our school opened in 1985 with

Mr. Jim Fox as founding principal- currently have 500 students and

over 50 staff- Our Lady of the Bay makes reference

to our mother Mary and pays homage to the beautiful area in which we live.

CELEBRATING OUR FAITH- our faith is very important to us and is integrated

into all that we do- students participate in retreats and volunteer in

the school, community and the world- students take one religion course per year

Your Child’s Transition to High School December/January● Guidance staff visits SMCDSB feeder schools

February● will visit feeder schools for course selection and entry● Non-feeder are entered by Guidance staff ● Registration forms are to be submitted to Student Services by

March 1, 2021● All registrations received before FEBRUARY 10th will be entered into a draw for New OLB Uniform Hoodie!!!

MARCH

● Individual registration appointments and tours for non-feeder students (tentative)

APRIL & MAY

● Transition meetings with SMCDSB Schools August 2021

SEPTEMBER 1

● Grade Nine Welcome Day!!!

CHECK OUR WEBSITE REGULARLY FOR UPDATES!

OLB UNIFORM- there is a back to school

uniform sale the third week of August - package deals are available

- uniform assistance is available for those in need

DGN Websitehttps://dgn-kilters.com

SPIRIT WEAR- Interested in purchasing

some of our OLB Spirit Wear?

- The deadline is February 14!

WHAT YOU NEED TO GRADUATE???

STUDENTS NEED:-30 credits (18 compulsory, 12 elective)-40 hours of community service-to pass Literacy test or course

ACADEMICS- we strive to create an atmosphere for learning and growth- the curriculum is designed to challenge

students to their potential in a community in which Christian values are the foundation for the individual’s growth.

- our curriculum is presented to meet academic and career needs.

- we encourage students to embrace their- God-given talents and become lifelong

learners

COURSES IN GRADE 9English - Academic/Applied/Locally Developed Math - will be de-streamed in September 2021Science - Academic/Applied/Locally Developed Geography - Academic/Applied French - Academic/Applied Religion - Open Phys. Ed. - Open Elective - Open (Every effort is made to give students their

first choice)

PATHWAYS - ACADEMIC VS APPLIED- Cover the same essential concepts while responding to students’

different learning styles - Academic course codes have a “D” in them.

Eg. ENG1DTranslation-->Grade 9, Academic English

- Applied course codes have a “P” in them.Eg. ENG1PTranslation→ Grade 9, Applied English

- Math will be de-streamed in September

- everyone will be in the same class

THE LOCALLY DEVELOPED PROGRAM - Courses are offered in Math, Science, Geography and English.

- course codes end in an “L” (ENG1L, MAT1L, CGC1PL or SNC1L)

- Designed for students who may not be working at grade level.

- Should be chosen only in consultation with the students Grade 8 teacher and often input from the Guidance Department.

- For more information regarding the locally developed courses see Guidance, Special Education or Student Success teachers.

ELECTIVE COURSES

Students can select ONE of the following courses:★ DRAMA★ MUSIC★ VISUAL ART★ COMPUTER APPLICATIONS★ INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGIES

Game On! becoming involved in athletics and clubs is an excellent way to compliment your time here at OLB- participating in teams and clubs allows students to:● display teamwork● demonstrate sportsmanship,● learn leadership● develop life skills● inspire, support, and encourage others.

FALL SPORTS WINTER SPORTS SPRING SPORTS

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JR. BOYS BASKETBALLSR. BOYS BASKETBALLJR. GIRLS VOLLEYBALLSR. GIRLS VOLLEYBALLVARSITY BOYS HOCKEYVARSITY GIRLS HOCKEYALPINE SKIINGCROSS COUNTRY SKIINGBADMINTONJR. BOYS HOCKEY

JR. GIRLS SOCCERSR. GIRLS SOCCERTRACK AND FIELDVARSITY BOYS BASEBALLGIRLS SLO-PITCHJR. BOYS GOLF

BE A PART OF THE HURRICANES!

NOT INTO SPORTS? NO PROBLEM!- Student Leadership - plans events for students throughout the

school year. This group organized our first ever lip dub!- Mountain Biking Club - Best Buddies- Link Crew - mentorship club for Grade 9 students- Fitness Club- Robotics Club- participate in the Waterloo Math Contest- and much more!

SUPPORT FOR EVERY STUDENT- we have weekly access to a wide range of counselling services

for students in need 1) Social Worker2) Addictions Counsellor3) Mental Health Nurse4) Youth Outreach worker5) Registered Nurse

- Students can access this service through the Guidance office

“Knowing that you’re not alone really does make all the difference in the world.” ― Normani Hamilton

HOW DO I REGISTER?- Course selections are due on MARCH 1st, 2021.

FEEDER SCHOOLS

- registration packages will either be mailed or dropped off at St. Mary’s and St. Noel the week of January 25

NON-FEEDER STUDENTS

- you will complete our online registration and then submit your supplementary documents

- There is a slide show on our site which explains the process in detail

We hope you make Our Lady of the Bay home in

September 2021!!!!

PLEASE JOIN OUR STAFF FOR SUBJECT BASED Q & A SESSIONS

FOLLOWING THIS PRESENTATION.

LINKS ARE ON THE WEBSITE.