Welcome to
St. Mother Teresa
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We would like to begin by acknowledging that Barrhaven is situated on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation.
We recognize and honour the enduring presence of the Algonquin peoples on this land,
their deep connection to it, and their ongoing stewardship of the environment.
We pay our respects to the elders - past, present, and emerging, and extend our gratitude for their
teachings and wisdom.
Prayer
Dear Lord,
Thank you for the gift of education in every form.
As our children prepare for next year,
may confidence be their foundation, grace be their guide,
and may hope be their compass toward a bright future.
We pray they have eyes to see the needs of those around them and a heart to love well. May they face each day with positivity knowing that no matter what comes their way, they do not have to face it alone.
St. Teresa of Calcutta, Pray for us.
Amen
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Our
Staff
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Principal: Ms. Symes
Vice-Principals
Ms. Baird A-E
Mr. Lutfy F-M
Ms. Gauthier N-Z
Guidance Counselors
Ms. Byrne A-E
Mr. Buccino F-M
Ms. Chiasson N-Z
Our
Staff
(cont’d)
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Transitions Support Teacher
Ms. McCarthy
Resource
Ms. Delbaere & Ms. Hayes
Chaplaincy Leader
Jay Williams
Itinerant ESL Teacher
Lisa Carter-Rae
Multicultural Liaison
Officer
Safiah Agliw
St. Mother Teresa High School
Grades 7 and 8 435 students
Grades 9 - 12 1,106 students
Total 1,541 students
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Schedule
Homeroom | 8:40-8:50 |
Period 1 | 8:53-9:43 |
Period 2 | 9:46-10:36 |
Nutrition Break | 10:36-10:38 |
Period 3 | 10:39-11:29 |
Period 4 | 11:32-12:22 |
Lunch | 12:22-1:06 |
Period 5 | 1:07-1:57 |
Period 6 | 2:00-2:50 |
Student Timetable
English vs. French Immersion.
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English Program | French Program |
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**Blue indicates courses taken in French
Lockers
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Strategies for success
Making the Transition to SMT
We strive to make the transition from grade 6 to grade 7 as smooth as possible.
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The Binder System
You will always be prepared with the one binder system.
What if my child has an IEP?
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What if my child doesn’t attend a feeder school?
Please go to the school board website to register your child at our school
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Busing to and from SMT
A free Presto School Board Pass valid from September to June 30th will be issued to eligible students.
Students will be notified by at the end of August when their Presto cards are available for pick up.
Students must be present to sign for their card. Be sure and register it afterwards.
OC Transpo operates many designated school routes with numbers in the 600s. Check out the OC Transpo website to
plan your route!
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Titan Academy
The TAs (Titan Academy members) are groups of two-three high school students assigned to each grade 7 & 8 homeroom.
Our goal is to create a strong relationship between the Titan Academy and the Grade 7/8’s so that they feel comfortable approaching the high school students outside of the classroom.
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Some of our topics this year have included:
Sportsmanship; the power of positivity; social identity; small talk
Communication & Support
meetings
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Staying connected and informed
Subscribe to school news
Alert the school office if there are changes to your phone
number, home address or email address.
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Get involved! #TitanProud
Student’s Perspective
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Jaden & Anika
Our School
FAQs
How much contact is there between grades 7/8 and high school students during the school day?
Does my child need a cell phone or other technology?
Will I be informed if my child is having difficulty with the work?
Who do I call if I have any concerns?
How do I stay informed about what is happening at school in general?
What if I drive my child to school?
Can I switch my child from Immersion to the English program throughout the year?
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Thank you for joining us!
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Titans in the Fall!