Moving from Grade 6 into 7
We pay respect to the Algonquin people and we acknowledge that this is their ancestral and traditional territory which remains unceded. We are grateful for the opportunity to work, learn, play, and pray on this land.
Prayer
God, Most Holy Trinity,
You are our Creator, our Redeemer, and our Sustainer,
Help us to embrace a spirit of welcome and hospitality.
May each person receive a warm smile and a sincere welcome.
Help us to be a community of justice and mercy.
May the needs of the most vulnerable direct our energies and priorities.
May each new student finds a place of belonging
And be supported in their learning and growth.
May each parent be strengthened and comforted
as they support their child through this transition.
We ask this in your holy name.
Amen.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The Ottawa Catholic School Board is committed to providing a learning environment where all students have an equal opportunity to succeed. As part of its commitment to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion, the Board has adopted an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Framework (2024-2027). The Framework is grounded in our Catholic Social Teachings and Gospel values that respect and promote the dignity of all people.
The Board recognizes the value of diversity as a strength and a key to the success for all.
Our School Administration Team
Alison Kinahan
Vice-Principal
(A-Df)
Ryan Jolicoeur
Vice-Principal (Dg-K)
Cori Pinault
Principal
Our School Administration Team
Stacy Hovey
Vice-Principal
(Q-Z)
Natalie Plummer
Vice-Principal (L-P)
Curriculum Leaders, Resource, and School Chaplain
Chaplain: Leah Daly
Curriculum Leaders: Josette Bosc (French & Arts), John Ferguson (Phys. Ed & Health), Courtney Young (Math & Science), Brandon Kassis (Social Studies & Religion) Pasquina Borracci (Language Arts)
Resource Teachers: Amy Heximer, Hailey Gillis,
Shelley Hubble
Student Services
Five guidance counsellors are available in Student Services for academic counselling, career counselling, and personal counselling:
Pamela Ford A - C
Sean Smyth D - J
Michael McSheffrey K - Mc
Susan Mayo Md - R
Stephanie Goodwin S - Z
ELL Centre:
Itinerant Teacher - Cassi Roberts
School Enrolment
Grades 7 & 8 - 577
Grades 9 to 12 - 1379
Total - 1956 students
Changes From Elementary School
Grade 7&8 Schedule
School Day | 8:00 AM - 2:15 PM |
Lunch Break | 45 minutes |
Periods | 6 periods a day |
Period Length | Each period is 50 minutes |
Schedule | 5 day timetable (Mon-Fri) |
Trinity: Two Schools in One Building
Intermediate students attend classes in their own designated area of the school that is separate from high school students.
Intermediate students have a different lunch break than H.S. students.
Intermediate students are on a different schedule than HS.
Homeroom Contact
Grade 7&8 Sample Schedule
French Programs
CORE
IMMERSION
And Health
And Family Life
And Family Life
And Health
French Programs
The French pathway is a
year-long commitment.
A discussion with your child’s French teacher is beneficial when deciding which French pathway your child will pursue, that being either Immersion or Core.
French is the language of instruction in all French Immersion classes, and students are expected to use French at all times.
Please ensure that you and your child feel comfortable and well informed with this decision, as it is a year long commitment.
Special Education Resource Assistance
Hailey Gillis
Amy Heximer
Shelley Hubble
Required Materials
School Fees: $35/student
awards, student council initiatives, peer mentors and leadership activities, retreats, liturgical celebrations, year-end ceremonies, as well as other activities (use School Cash Online)
Locks: Locks must be combination, not key or fingerprint
entry locks
Activities at Lunch Time
Students stay in the cafeteria to socialize with friends while they eat, then they may participate in:
Activities After School
Options vary from year to year
Tools for Success
@HolyTrinityOCSB
trh.ocsb.ca
HolyTrinity.High@ocsb.ca
Organizational tool (e.g. agenda, Google calendar, reminders, etc.)
Parenting in Ottawa: Mental Health and Youth
Ottawa Public Health
Check out these 5 videos to learn about how we can all promote positive mental health! The video series is accompanied by an activity guide to help keep the conversation going and take action on mental health.
Transition Info for Students
A transition day will be coordinated in April for students from each of our elementary feeder schools. We will coordinate directly with these schools to arrange their visit, and presentation about life at
Holy Trinity.
Registration Info
If your child is currently attending one of our feeder schools
(St. Anne, St. James, and Holy Redeemer),
they will be automatically registered for Grade 7 at Holy Trinity.
Not from one of our feeder schools?
Please visit https://www.ocsb.ca/our-schools/register/ to register
Supporting Students’ Transition to Grade 7
1st week of School Activities
- Early dismissal for Grade 7’s first two days (extra time
to find locker and buses)
- Peer Mentors assist students in finding buses at the
end of the day
- Week one assemblies and transition activities in
homeroom classes
Moving on to Holy Trinity...
TOGETHER
We will now move into the atrium and, if you have questions, please feel free to ask any of us!