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| Total enrolment | 677 |
| Principal | Rory McGuckin Tel: 416-393-5527 Fax: 416-397-6062 |
| Superintendent |
Doug Yack Tel: 416-222-8282, ext. 2267 |
| Parish | St. Wilfrid's Parish 1675 Finch Avenue West North York, Ontario M3J 2G8 416-638-0313 |
| Local Trustee |
Mary Cicogna Tel: 416-512-3404; Fax: 416-512-3404 e-mail: mary.cicogna@tcdsb.org |
| CSAC Chairs | Tyrone Pires Voice Mailbox: #88527 csac.jamescardinalmcguigan@tcdsb.org |
History & Tradition
James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic Secondary School was established in 1982 under the direction of the Franciscan Fathers, in order to meet the needs of students in the Keele/Finch area. It is founded on the ideology of St. Francis and we abide by their motto “Ambulate in Dilectione”--walk in fraternal charity. This was the vision of hope that guided Cardinal McGuigan's ministry and personal life. This is the legacy that the students of Cardinal McGuigan have inherited. The school's motto is “Deus Meus et Omnia”--My God and My All.
From an initial project of 14 portables to our present complex of building (1984) and portable structure, James Cardinal McGuigan has grown in physical size and population, to reflect the ebb and flow of local demographics. The school is at present maximizing the classroom space available, reorganizing and remodeling rooms as exigencies occur. Additional science labs, computer labs and communication labs give evidence to an increasing emphasis on scientific and technological studies.
The centre for our school and the focal point of our education is the chapel. The Franciscan Fathers' commitment to Catholic education is exemplified by the prominence and use of this more important area of our facility.
Strong ties have been maintained with St. Wilfrid's parish and with the various elementary schools in our catchment area. McGuigan is the school of the Keele/Finch community. We respond to the needs of our ever-changing cosmopolitan community. A vibrant student council, an active Catholic School Advisory Council and a dedicated staff and student body ensure this.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
James Cardinal McGuigan, a school founded by the order of the Franciscan Fathers, is committed to Catholic education. Education is the process though which our students develop an awareness of themselves, of their responsibilities to others, and of their role in the community. Catholic education is an extension of this, whereby students learn a way of living which embodies the life of Christ.
Thus, Catholic education is the focus for our chaplaincy team, our religious studies department and our guidance department. Programs and activities which enable students to develop a sense of self-worth and of their responsibility to society are implemented throughout the school year. Our peer ministry and peer tutoring programs develop students' skills in conflict resolution, social interaction and independent and creative thought.
Career education is also an integral part of the learning experience. Students are assisted in making important career and post-secondary education decisions through:
- Career counseling
- Career exhibits/presentations
- Job shadowing
- Interest inventories
- Cooperative education
Each grade level receives an individualized career education program in order that students may acquire lifelong career decision-making skills.
In addition to our academic program, the individual needs of our students are met in a variety of ways:
- Access to gifted programs
- Access to special education programs
- Access to ESL programs
- Access to computer education
- Access to peer tutors
The spirit of community within the school is enhanced by co-curricular activities ranging from discipline-related clubs such as business and art to athletic and non-athletic programs such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, mock-trial, drama and chess.
Our goal as a community is to provide our students with an environment that is conducive to spiritual and intellectual growth. This internal strength and discipline, coupled with the knowledge and skills acquired, will enable our students to meet the challenges of a complex society in a confident and responsible manner.
School News
PA Days 2009
- September 2, 3
- February 12
- June 28, 29, 30
Exam Dates 2009-2010
- January 26, 27, 28, 29
- June 18, 22, 23, 24, 25
November 11
Open House for Grade 8 students
7:00 p.m.
Students across the City were invited to submit essays on the topic “What positive role students can play in promoting multiculturalism?” Hosted by the TCDSB and the Human Rights & Race Relations Centre and in partnership with both the TCDSB and the Toronto District School Board, the contest awards a first prize of $500 and two second prizes of $100. Both cash prizes are equally divided among the recipients.
The First Prize winners from the TCDSB were Aanjalie Collure (St. Joseph Morrow Park High School), Sierra Webster (Cardinal Newman Catholic High School) and Nancy Nguyen (James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School). TCDSB Second prize winners included Clara Nguyen Tran (Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts) and Anamaria Gaina (Holy Spirit Catholic School). In addition, Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts was presented with the Director’s Trophy for the most essay submissions this year.
James Cardinal McGuigan Welcomes
Minister of Health Promotions and Canada Basketball to Black History Month
Event
Four hundred students from
grade 9 and 11 at James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic Secondary School in North
York welcomed Ontario’s Minister of Health Promotion Dr. Margarett Best and
a panel of guests from Canada Basketball to a school assembly to celebrate
Black History Month and the fastest growing sport in Canada (basketball) on
February 18th.
Special guests included Wayne Parrish – Executive Director and CEO, Canada Basketball, Leo Rautins - Head Coach, Senior Men’s National Team, former NBA player and honoured member of the Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame (1997), Greg Francis – Head Coach, Junior Men’s National Team, former Olympian (2000), Mangisto Arop – 2008 Junior National Team bronze medallist, #1 2008-09 high school male player in Canada, Kayla Alexander – 2008 Junior National Team silver medallist, #1 2008-09 high school player in Canada, Sam Gibbs – Head Trainer, Senior Men’s National Team, former Toronto Raptors trainer and Sherman Hamilton – Raptors NBA TV analyst and host, former Olympian (2000).
Pictured left to right: Sam Gibbs, Head Trainer, Senior Men’s National Team, former Toronto Raptors trainer; Mangisto Arop, 2008 Junior National Team bronze medallist, #1 2008-09 high school male player in Canada; Rory McGuckin, Principal of James Cardinal McGuigan; Wayne Parrish, Executive Director and CEO, Canada Basketball; Honourable Margarett Best, Minister of Health Promotions; Kayla Alexander. 2008 Junior National Team silver medallist, #1 2008-09 high school player in Canada; Leo Rautins, Head Coach, Senior Men’s National Team, former NBA player and honoured member of the Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame (1997) and Greg Francis, Head Coach, Junior Men’s National Team, former Olympian (2000)
Toronto Catholic
secondary school students honoured at Father Patrick Fogarty Awards Dinner
Students from across the Toronto Catholic District
School Board will be among the honourees at the 25th annual
Father Patrick Fogarty Awards dinner on October 25th. They will
be among the recipients of the Catholic Student Award, which recognizes
young people who best exemplify the Ontario Catholic School Graduate
Expectation. Congratulations to
Janini Yasotharan
from Cardinal McGuigan, who is one of
this year's winners.
School Learning Plan -- 2008-2009
EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics:
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Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT):
The OSSLT shows the extent to which Ontario students are meeting the minimum literacy standard expected by the end of Grade 9. The test assesses the reading and writing skills as they apply to all subjects as out-lined in the Ontario Curriculum. Students must pass the OSSLT as one of the 32 requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
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