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ARCHBISHOP DENIS O’CONNOR CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL

Canadian International Student Services ǀ Muskoka Language International

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Region: Toronto East Catholic Community: Ajax 80 Mandrake Street Ajax, Ontario L1S 5H4 Tel: (905) 427-6667 http://doc.dcdsb.ca/

Nil sine fide et labore - Nothing without faith and work

Overview

Grades offered: 9 - 12 Year Built: Founded 1964. Current school: 1982 School Population: 720 School colours: Green & Gold School/Team Name: Chargers

Highlights

• School offers French DELF exam (gr 12)

• Ice Hockey programme (Phys Ed credit)

• Robotics (part of Computer/IT studies) + Robotics Team (among best in Canada)

• Strong sports teams

• Boys and Girls hockey & lacrosse teams

Subjects available:

Core Arts Social Sciences Other English ESL French Mathematics Science Religious Studies

Art Drama Music – Instrumental, Vocal, Guitar, Ukulele Media Arts

History Geography World Issues Sociology Anthropology Psychology Civics Law Food & Culture

Business Education Computer / IT Studies / Robotics Technology: Custom Woodworking,

Communication Tech, Technological Design: Architectural Design, Transportation Technology, Welding Cosmetology (as of Sept 2018) Physical Education Incl. Ice Hockey Program and Fitness Education options

Daily Schedule: SEMESTER SYSTEM

The school operates on a semester system. Students take 4 courses per semester. Total annual = 8 courses. The class schedule allows for 4 x 75 minute classes daily. Period 1 08:45 - 10:00

Period 2 10:05 - 11:20

Period 3A, Lunch 1 11:25 - 12:00

Period 3B, 12:05 - 12:40

Period 3C, Lunch 2 12:45 - 13:20

Period 4 13:25 - 14:35

NOTE: The school accepts students of all faiths and religions (as well as non-religious). Student are asked to respect the Catholic nature of the school, and follow moral and ethical codes of conduct guided by this faith.

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School facilities: Suburban campus

• Classrooms with Smart Boards

• Science labs

• Computer labs

• Art room

• Photography lab

• Music Room

• Chapel (and Chaplain)

• 21st Century learning classroom

• Double gymnasium with stage

• Sports field with running track

• Weight room

• Technology rooms – automotive, drafting, woodworking, culinary

• Cafeteria

• Library – Learning Commons

Sports available: offerings may change annually

Fall Sports (Sept-Nov) Winter Sports (Nov-Feb) Spring Sports (Mar-Jun) Basketball – Jr/Sr Girls Cross Country Football - Jr/Sr boys Golf Soccer - Jr/Sr boys

Volleyball - Jr/Sr boys

Basketball - Jr/Sr Boys Hockey - Jr/Sr Boys Hockey - Girls Swimming Volleyball – Jr/Sr Girls

Baseball Golf Lacrosse – Boys

Lacrosse - Girls Soccer - Jr/Sr Girls Track and Field

Extra-curricular activities may include: offerings may change annually

Art Club Black History Club Breakfast Club Coffee House – spoken word, music Concert Bad Dance Club Drama Club

Eco-Club Games Club Homework Club LGBQT club/support Morning Jam - Rock/Pop and Blues Club DO'C Music Class

Musicals Peer Ministry Peer Tutors Prom Committee Robotics Club School Band School Choir

Social Justice SOS - Stomp our Stigma Student Council Think Pink - Bullying Awarness Program Rap & Hip Hop Club White Pine Reading Club

Mission Statement:

At Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School, we are called to celebrate and nurture the God-given talents of each student as we serve with excellence in the light of Christ. We recognize our call to love and serve from our Master teacher Jesus Christ, and we are committed to creating a Catholic learning community under the protection of Mother Mary. We celebrate the diversity within our community with a collaborative approach to learning, in cooperation with parents, the Catholic faith community, and other organizations that recognize the value of our mission. Within the context of Catholic teaching and Sacramental living, our school community strives to demonstrate respect and reverence for all life, thus nurturing a safe, Christian environment for the entire school community.

Special Features:

• Patron Saint: St. Marguerite d'Youville - the first native Canadian to be elevated to sainthood.

• The senior boys' soccer team has proved to be one of the most successful teams in the Durham Region, winning 5 Lake Ontario Secondary School Association (LOSSA) championships in a row

• Hockey Programme – part of physical education programme, 2 hours every other morning, all skill levels, grades 10-12

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• Currently very few international students

• BYOD - students can bring their own electronic devices to school for educational purposes. We expect students to use devices responsibly, and only with the permission and direction of teachers or other staff members.

• Robotics Team – recently received a NASA robotic kit – one of the top ranked teams in Canada!

• DELF test possible in grade 12

• Duel Credit courses possible in select areas, which offers a pathway to Durham College and other post-secondary institutions

Uniform:

All uniform items (except shoes/belts) must be purchased from RJ McCarthy: www.rjmccarthy.com

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First Layer Shirt - Only McCarthy's Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School embroidered logo white or black long or short-sleeved golf shirt may be worn.

Second Layer Sweater - Only McCarthy's green zip polo, v-neck pull over, v-neck vest, Full Zip Fitted Jacket, all embroidered may be worn. Students may remove their sweaters/vest while in the classroom with teacher's permission. However, second layers must be worn while in the hallways and cafeteria. (may be optional in summer weather)

X-Kilt - Grey with green plaid - McCarthy's with solid black, green, navy or white knee socks/tights

Dress Pants - Grey pants (McCarthy's label required - Pants must be worn around the waist and the waist band is not to be rolled and open.

Dress Pants - Only McCarthy's grey pants may be worn. Pants must be worn at the waist.

Girls and boys may wear shorts from May 1 to the Thanksgiving long weekend with socks.

Hosiery/Socks - Patterned tights, pantyhose, sheer tights or ankle socks are not permitted. Solid black, green, navy or white knee socks may be worn with the kilt. With pants or shorts only solid white, black or grey socks that are above the ankle may be worn.

Socks: Solid black, grey, white or navy socks.

Foot wear - Only low cut, solid black shoes are acceptable. Laces must be black and plain. The shoes must have a full back and closed toe.

The following items may be worn with a student's uniform:

• Belts: If belts are worn they must be plain and black. No distracting or offensive buckles are permitted. No other makeshift belts are permitted (shoe laces etc).

• Jewelry: Must be neat, respectable and inoffensive. No spiked or studded bracelets, necklaces and earrings are permitted.

• Undershirts: Only short-sleeved PLAIN WHITE t-shirts are permitted under the school shirt The length of the sleeve of the undershirt must not exceed the length of the sleeve of uniform shirt.

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Spirit days: Throughout the school year, students will be allowed to share their school spirit by wearing an Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School sweater, jersey, hoodie or logoed item in place of a second layer.

Non-uniform day: On non-uniform days students must be dressed in clothing appropriate for a Catholic secondary school. Parent and guardians will be contacted and students may be sent home if dressed inappropriately. No head wear is permitted. Shorts are not permitted before May 1.



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