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Welcome to Grade 6 Parent Night

St.Josephine Catholic High School

March 23, 2023

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Prayer

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Gracious and loving God, We ask for your blessing upon our school faith communities. Bless each member, present and future, of our St. Josephine community as we plan for a new school year. We ask you especially to bless our Grade 6 students and parents as they prepare to join the St. Josephine community in the fall. Calm their anxiety and grant them a spirit of hope and excitement. Guide them as they make the transition to a large community. Help us to be Good News for one another. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.

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St. Josephine, pray for us.

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AGENDA

  1. The St. Josephine Team
  2. Typical School Day
  3. Technology & Apps
  4. Available Supports
  5. Questions

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St. Josephine Team

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Principal

Vice Principals

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Michael Raso

Josh Pigeon (A-L)

Amy Symes (M-Z)

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STUDENT SERVICES

Guidance Counsellors are available to provide academic, social and emotional support to students.

Rachel Abraham (A-L)

Shawn MacEachern* (M-Z)

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Special Education Resource Assistance

7/8 Resource Teacher:

Kathleen Brennan

  • provide in-class support for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Identified gifted students are invited to participate in enrichment activities

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Typical Grade 7 & 8 School Day

Period 1

8:45 - 9:40

Period 2

9:45 - 10:35

Period 3

10:40 - 11:30

LUNCH

11:30 - 12:15

Period 4

12:15 - 1:05

Period 5

1:10 - 2 :00

Period 6

2:05 - 2:55

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Sample 7 /8 Timetable

PERIOD

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1

8:45-9:40

Phys Ed

Mr, Weiss

Phys Ed

Mr, Weiss

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Language

Cousineau

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Phys Ed

Mr, Weiss

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Religion

Cousineau

2

9:45-10:30

Art

Fowler

Language

Cousineau

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French

Diaz

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Math

McNelles

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Phys Ed

Mr, Weiss

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3

10:40-11:30

Language

Cousineau

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Science

Morin

Phys Ed

Mr, Weiss

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Science

Morin

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Geography

Morin

12:15-1:05

LUNCH

LUNCH

LUNCH

LUNCH

LUNCH

4

11:30-12:15

Math

McNelles

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Math

McNelles

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Science

Morin

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Religion

Cousineau

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Language

Cousineau

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5

1:05-2:00

French

Diaz

Art

Fowler

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Math

McNelles

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Language

Cousineau

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Math

McNelles

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2:05-2:55

Religion

Cousineau

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French

Diaz

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Geography

Morin

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Geography

Morin

French

Diaz

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French Programs

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  • Please discuss your child’s French program carefully with your child’s current teachers and your child.
  • It is a year-long commitment.

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Blending

  • 7&8 Classes are expected to be blended for

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Mathematics, English, Science and Art

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  • A number of students from both the immersion and core programs will make up each class.

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  • Being successful in the virtual learning environment requires balance, routine, and structure
  • Take body breaks and time away from the screen
  • Where possible, set up a dedicated workspace
  • Engage in class lessons and conversations as much as possible
  • Balance school with extracurricular activities, family and friends time, and hobbies/leisure activities
  • Health comprises physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual care
  • Get outside as much as you can!

Maintaining a Healthy Balance

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Extracurricular Sports and Clubs

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Some examples of activities this year include Social Justice Club and ESports.

We are always open to suggestions!

Activities are based upon staff availability to supervise

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Attendance

Being present typically means joining a class meet on time, keeping the camera on, and engaging with the content. It is so important to student success to attend and be engaged.

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Technology & Apps

  • Suggested items:
    • Chromebook (some apps and programs are not compatible with Macs)
    • A headset to block out distractions and help with focus
    • Students are responsible for providing their own technology
    • Classes will be conducted through Google Meets
    • Hapara Workspace is used as a learning platform

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Use of Cameras and Online Etiquette

Given the virtual nature of this school, students are asked to keep cameras on during instructional time in order to engage in more meaningful dialogue, to better assist them with course content, and to more effectively assess progress in the course. There may be times where students are given permission to turn their cameras off; however, this is at the discretion of the teacher. Should you have any questions or concerns about the use of cameras, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Teachers will review online etiquette expectations in class to ensure a safe, welcome and inclusive learning environment for all.

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Changes from Elementary School

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  • 5-day schedule
  • Rotation of teachers
  • One recess (lunch)

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Supports with the Transition

  • Communication with feeder schools
  • COMMUNICATION with HOME through School Messenger: Emails and phone calls; Remind; Teacher Websites; school website, school blog and school twitter account
  • Teachers provide extra help at lunch/after school if/when available
  • Student Services/Guidance

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The First Days of School

  • Students will be contacted by teachers with Google Meet links for classes
  • Expect some adjustment with regards to changing classes & teachers, getting used to a rotating schedule, and dealing with tech issues
  • It’s a good idea to practice some basic tech skills if you feel that your child will struggle or is new to online learning
  • Communication between school and home helps us to support your children

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Stay Informed

School Website: jvh.ocsb.ca

Twitter: @JosephineOCSB

Student Handbook: Student Handbook 2022-23

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Questions?

Thank you for coming!

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