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Michael Power / St. Joseph
High School
(Catholic Secondary School)

105 Eringate Drive, Etobicoke, Ontario M9C 3Z7

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Total enrolment 1,990
Principal Rory McGuckin
Tel: 416-393-5529 Fax: 416-393-5742
Superintendent Colleen Tovey-Shackleton
Tel: 416-222-8282 ext. 2732 
Parish Nativity of Our Lord
480 Rathburn Road
Etobicoke, Ontario M9C 3C8
416-621-2732
Local Trustee Ann Andrachuk
Tel: 416-512-3402; Fax: 416-512-3402
e-mail: ann.andrachuk@tcdsb.org
CSAC Chair Nancy Morassutti
Voice Mailbox: #88529
csac.michaelpowerstjoseph@tcdsb.org
Extended French Secondary


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History & Tradition

Michael Power/St. Joseph High School is a dynamic, co-educational community of more than 1600 students. Our present school began as two distinct high schools. The Sisters of St. Joseph opened St. Joseph's Islington in 1949 with a population of 149 girls. The school was named after the patron saint of Canada. Eight years later in 1957, the Basilian Fathers started Michael Power, an all boys high school named after the first Catholic bishop of Toronto. Cooperation, shared resources, co-ed classes and portable facilities characterized the co-existence of these two separate school communities throughout the 60's and 70's

In 1982 the two schools were amalgamated officially--the designated principal was a Basilian Father while the vice-principal was a Sister of St. Joseph. In 1986 the Basilian Fathers, continued to lead Michael Power/St. Joseph, a commitment that concluded with the recent retirement of Fr. Paul James. The transition to a lay leadership team in 1995 marked a new chapter in our distinguished history.

Our teachers have established a strong tradition of rigorous academic standards. Currently, almost 80% of Power graduates gain admission to university and college. Achievements in athletics and co-curricular activities are part of our well-earned reputation for excellence. Involvement is characteristic of this school and an essential quality of both our history and tradition.

How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students

Catholic environment

Both at the local department level and at the global school level, programs and courses at Michael Power/St. Joseph are continually assessed and reviewed. Modifications are made to best serve the diversified needs of the student body. The historical Catholic tradition of service and commitment to Gospel values are demonstrated by our founding orders are clearly visible in all aspects of school life. Theology classes are a yearly requirement on student timetables with full credit courses mandatory in the grade 9 and 10 academic years. Each day begins with the anthem, morning prayer and reflection. Homeroom masses are held in the chapel every morning giving all students opportunity to celebrate God's word with their peers at a more intimate and personal level. Peer turning, peer minister and mentorship programs for staff and students are available for those who are called to volunteer Christian service to others. These programs are not limited to the school but reach out to others in the community as well.

Safe and welcoming environment

A relevant and practical behaviour code is reviewed annually with input by student, parent and staff representatives. Modifications are made if needed and are communicated to all parties with clear and defined expectations. The physical layout of the school facility extends a warm and friendly invitation to all who enter. The chapel within the larger forum was intentionally designed as the focal point of the school. The colours and decor, the principal's gallery, the graduate's hall, the athletic wing, the honour roll and the scholarship list all contribute to the celebration of positive student achievement. The police liaison program with 22 division reinforces our safe school environment.

Curriculum

Michael Power/St. Joseph offers a multitude of programs and services to meet the needs and interests of its student. The special education department services students totally dependent on adult supervision, offers resource classes to identified special needs students, gives life skills instruction to developmentally disabled and multiple exceptionality students, and provides enrichment opportunities for the gifted.

Each year discussions are held with all department heads and teaching staff to review and assess programming and to offer suggestions and new course proposals. The mid 1990s saw new courses in the following areas of study: arts and technology, computer/business, extended French, languages and the social sciences.

Through the business, computer and tech courses students are exposed to relevant and current technological skills and information. Greater interdisciplinary communication and co-operation have resulted in the creation and increased use of a cross-curricular computer lab. Plans are currently being formulated to provide for a second lab, the completion of a local area network, the feasibility of introducing a web site and possible connection to the internet. As well, cooperative education programs integrate a classroom theory and workplace experience for students at all levels of difficulty.

Co-curricular activities

High standards of excellence are the tradition and continue to be the norm at Power. The athletic and extra-curricular achievements are too numerous to list. The 1994-95 years saw no fewer than nine TDCAA championship teams. From swimming to skiing, golfing to wrestling, from the Afro-Caribbean club to the science club, chess to weight lifting, there is a sport or activity that is sure to catch the interest of the most discerning student; the list is almost endless.

Extra-curricular activities and involvement play an important role in the development and education of a Power student. They promote a spirit of cooperation, teamwork, competitiveness, achievement and Power pride! Every student is expected to take part in at least one co-curricular activity.

School News

French Public Speaking Contest Winners

Congratulations to Rita Nicastri, grade 10 winner in the Core French category, and also to Luiza Jaroszek, grade 10 winner in the French Immersion category.
 

Minister of Natural Resources Visits

Thousands of Ontario youth will gain valuable skills and experience this year through provincial government youth employment programs related to natural resource management. Minister of Natural Resources Donna Cansfield visited Michael Power/St. Joseph to speak to students about a $6.8 million investment in five programs: Ontario Ranger, Ontario Stewardship Ranger, MNR Internship, Post-secondary Co-op and First Nations Natural Resources Youth Employment (in partnership with Confederation College). The ministry is also participating with the Ministry of Government and Consumer Services in five additional programs:  Summer Experience, Ontario Internship, Internationally Trained Internship, Ontario-Quebec Exchange and Aboriginal Youth Work Exchange.


The Minister addresses students

Principal Rory McGuckin with Minister Cansfield

 

The Minister field questions about the employment programs.

 

Penny drive a success
For the past three years Power PLAY (Positive Leaders Among Youth), the student leadership team at Michael Power/St. Joseph High School has been actively supporting Ernestine’s Women’s Shelter, a hospice where women and children escaping violence can seek safety and refuge. As part of their ongoing commitment to the shelter, this year's committee decided to organise a penny drive in order to fund the children's toy room at the shelter. Despite a goal of 100,000 pennies the MPSJ community came alive and was able to raise an outstanding $2360.00 In total 230,600 pennies were donated, rolled, and counted. This is the equivalent of over 4 kms of pennies! Thanks to the overwhelming support from the Power community – Ernestine’s now has many brand new interactive and educational toys, and arts and crafts supplies for all the children to enjoy, as well as 20 pairs of children’s winter boots. Congratulations is in order for everyone involved in the penny drive. An additional thank you to the staff at the Bank of Montreal on Eringate Drive for their help and cooperation.--More

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

 

 

 

School Learning Plan -- 2007-2008




EQAO Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics:

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2006 - 2007

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2005 - 2006

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Student Questionnaires are not available electronically at this time.

2004 - 2005

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2003 - 2004

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2002 - 2003
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2001 - 2002

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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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2006 - 2007

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2001 - 2002
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