Youth Sector - Western Québec School Board
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Youth Sector - Western Québec School Board
Western Québec School Board Elementary & Secondary Schools 2016-2017 Revised June 23, 2016 3:28 PM Western Québec School Board The WQSB is proud to provide English language education to eligible students in the Outaouais, Pontiac and Abitibi-Temiscaming regions. Our headquarters is located in Gatineau, in the Aylmer Sector and we coordinate quality education in 13 elementary schools, 6 K to grade 11 schools, 2 junior High Schools, 4 High Schools and, 5 adult education and vocational training centres. 15 Katimavik Gatineau Québec J9J 0E9 | Toll Free 1.800.363.9111 | 819.684.2336 | Fax 819.684.1328 Contents Western Québec School Board...........................................................................................................................................3 Buckingham Elementary School..........................................................................................................................................5 Chelsea Elementary School.................................................................................................................................................6 D’Arcy McGee High School.................................................................................................................................................7 Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School..................................................................................................................................8 Dr. Wilbert Keon.....................................................................................................................................................................9 Eardley Elementary School.................................................................................................................................................10 G. Théberge School............................................................................................................................................................11 Golden Valley School.........................................................................................................................................................12 Greater Gatineau Elementary School..............................................................................................................................13 Hadley Junior High School..................................................................................................................................................14 Lord Aylmer Elementary School.........................................................................................................................................15 Maniwaki Woodland School..............................................................................................................................................16 Namur Intermediate School...............................................................................................................................................17 Noranda School..................................................................................................................................................................18 Onslow Elementary School.................................................................................................................................................19 Philemon Wright High School.............................................................................................................................................20 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School...........................................................................................................................21 Poltimore Elementary School.............................................................................................................................................22 Pontiac High School............................................................................................................................................................23 Queen Elizabeth Elementary School.................................................................................................................................24 St. John’s Elementary School.............................................................................................................................................25 St. Michael’s High School....................................................................................................................................................26 South Hull Elementary School.............................................................................................................................................27 Symmes Junior High.............................................................................................................................................................28 Wakefield Elementary School............................................................................................................................................29 Buckingham Elementary School Principal: Samantha Halpin Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 187 students Overview With its focus on academic and individual excellence, Buckingham Elementary School creates an open learning environment that empowers students. Academic ☼☼ Focus on what good learning looks like ☼☼ School success team to monitor and analyze data ☼☼ Measure our impact in our core subject areas ☼☼ Balanced Literacy program in French and English – daily 5, sound prints, response to literature, writing, reading, vocabulary building ☼☼ Passe-Partout Program (prekindergarten) ☼☼ Latest technology in classrooms to enhance learning Services ☼☼ Small English school with big city facilities ☼☼ Family focused environment ☼☼ On-site daycare ☼☼ Full service cafeteria ☼☼ Large gym ☼☼ Outdoor play structures ☼☼ A lot of green space ☼☼ Resource support ☼☼ Homework Program ☼☼ Alternative Program – Lindsay Place ☼☼ TRIBES School ☼☼ Anti-Bullying prevention (Olweus) Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Soccer, basketball, flag football, volleyball, softball, floor hockey ☼☼ Track and Field ☼☼ Games Club ☼☼ Art Club ☼☼ Craft Club Activities & Events ☼☼ Daily Bread Program ☼☼ Spaghetti Dinner ☼☼ Friendship Breakfast ☼☼ Acti-Leaders ☼☼ Music Makers ☼☼ Debating ☼☼ Terry Fox Run ☼☼ Jump Rope for Heart ☼☼ Christmas Concert ☼☼ We Day http://wqsb.qc.ca/buckingham Tel: 819.986.3191 615, George Street, Gatineau (Buckingham) Québec J8L 2E1 Dream, Believe, Achieve! Page 5 Chelsea Elementary School Principal: Marie-Eve Groulx Kindergarten to cycle 3 elementary - 295 Students Overview With its focus on individual achievement, students of Chelsea Elementary develop the ability to become independent learners. This school fosters the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of students. It also encourages collaboration between home and school. Academic ☼☼ Focus: literacy, math & science ☼☼ Outdoor education & Environmental awareness ☼☼ Information and communication technologies ☼☼ Enriched French Program ☼☼ Kindergarten 50% French Immersion ☼Services ☼ ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ The Centre ☼☼ Updated library ☼☼ Leadership program for students ☼☼ Reading program ☼☼ Homework program ☼☼ FSL resources ☼☼ ELA resources ☼☼ Professional Educational Library Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Football ☼☼ Soccer ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Skiing ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Parent-subsidized noon-hour activities such as Seltoons, Mad Sciences & Guitar Activities & Events ☼☼ Home and School activities ☼☼ Paddling day ☼☼ Bilingual choir ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraiser ☼☼ Robotics ☼☼ MusicMakers ☼☼ St. Brigid’s Camp Day ☼☼ Various clubs http://wqsb.qc.ca/chelsea Tel: 819.827.0245 74, Old Chelsea Road, PO box 450 Chelsea Québec J9B 1K9 Respect for all, by all Page 6 D’Arcy McGee High School Principal: George Singfield Cycle 2 Secondary - 536 students Overview D’Arcy McGee High School is dedicated to providing its students with a rich school life. The school also encourages community involvement, and student empowerment. The school’s mantra is to foster a safe, caring and respectful community in which everybody learns and achieves individual success. Academic ☼☼ Group approach in learning ☼☼ High standards set for students ☼☼ Remediation ☼☼ Professional learning community ☼☼ Enrichment ☼☼ French immersion ☼☼ Work Orientation Training Path ☼☼ Semi-specialized and Alternative programs ☼☼ Centre for Excellence (modified) Services ☼☼ Student Leaders ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Peer Mediators ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives ☼☼ Restorative Practice Approach ☼☼ Drug and alcohol resource worker ☼☼ Guidance and Counseling/ Orientation ☼☼ CLSC social worker ☼☼ CLSC nurse ☼☼ Breakfast Program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ D’Arcy Theatre Guild (Award winning) ☼☼ Art Murals ☼☼ Sports Club (Gee Gees): ☼☼ football, ultimate Frisbee, rugby, volleyball, soccer, track and field, hockey, touch football, running club and basketball Activities & Events ☼☼ Terry Fox fundraisers ☼☼ Annual multicultural dinner ☼☼ “Not in My School” initiative ☼☼ School Plays ☼☼ “Me to We” Club ☼☼ Love is Louder Week http://symmesdarcy.com Tel: 819.684.7472 925 Du Plateau Boulevard, Gatineau (Aylmer) Québec J9J 3G2 Page 7 Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School Principal: TBA Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 250 students Overview Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School’s mission is to foster a safe and caring environment in which each student develops as a life-long learner. Academic ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Mentoring program ☼☼ Reading volunteers and coaches ☼☼ Focus: math, literacy and French ☼☼ French immersion program (Kindergarten to grade 3) ☼☼ Literacy program ☼☼ Community involvement Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ K4 Program (part-time_ ☼☼ Life Room ☼☼ Cafeteria (warm meals available) ☼☼ Community Outreach ☼☼ Service d’accueil Parascolaire ☼☼ Québec en forme ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Glee Club ☼☼ Little Rock curling club ☼☼ Basketball clinic ☼☼ Sports: ☼☼ basketball, soccer, volleyball, track and field Activities & Events ☼☼ Spirit days ☼☼ Remembrance Day Ceremony ☼☼ School musical ☼☼ Fundraisers for school equipment ☼☼ BBQs ☼☼ Christmas assembly ☼☼ Jump Rope for Heart ☼☼ Spring Fair ☼☼ Principal’s Awards http://wqsb.qc.ca/mcdowell Tel: 819.647.3800 89 Centre Street, PO Box 119 Shawville Québec J0X 2Y0 Dr. S.E. McDowell Elementary School Page 8 Dr. Wilbert Keon Principal: Neil Flemming Kindergarten to Cycle 2 secondary - 153 students Overview This school focuses mainly on strong academics in order to create a learning community accessible to students and staff. Academic ☼☼ French immersion ☼☼ (50% French from K to grade 6) ☼☼ Outdoor Education Program ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Focus: literacy, math & science ☼☼ Balanced students ☼☼ Personal Orientation Plan ☼☼ Advisory meetings daily Services ☼☼ Library ☼☼ Fruit program ☼☼ Student leaders ☼☼ Municipal library is located at the school Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Québec en forme ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Music program ☼☼ Sports Club: ☼☼ Hockey, Rock climbing, Dog sledding, Volleyball, Basketball Activities & Events ☼☼ MASC activities ☼☼ Snow sculptures ☼☼ Snowshoeing ☼☼ Breakdancing ☼☼ After school: ☼☼ Karate, Bootcamp, Paintball, etc. http://wqsb.qc.ca/chapeau Tel: 819.689.2488 104 Notre Dame street, PO Box 157 Chapeau Québec J0X 1M0 Page 9 Eardley Elementary School Principal: Ralph Mason Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 361 students Overview Eardley Elementary School believes in innovation in technology and learning that reinforce the roots of lifelong learning. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has” Margaret Mead. Academic ☼☼ English program ☼☼ French immersion ☼☼ (100% French K-1) ☼☼ (86% French 2) ☼☼ (60% French 3-4) ☼☼ (56/44 French 5-6) ☼☼ SMART Boards™ in the classrooms ☼☼ Literacy program ☼☼ Computers in all classrooms ☼☼ Transitions program ☼☼ Autism Spectrum Disorder students are integrated in the regular class Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Hot lunches available ☼☼ TRIBES School ☼☼ Homework program ☼☼ Special education and resource specialists ☼☼ Physical education specialists Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Dance/Tai-Kwon-Do ☼☼ Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country, Softball Activities & Events ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraiser ☼☼ Museum visits ☼☼ Outdoor Education Program ☼☼ Eardley Elementary School believes in innovation in technology and learning that reinforce the roots of lifelong learning. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has” Margaret Mead http://wqsb.qc.ca/eardley Tel: 819. 684.5955 180 North Street, Gatineau (Aylmer), Quebec J9H 6Y9 Spirit, Strength, Wisdom Page 10 G. Théberge School Principal: Allison Boone Kindergarten Cycle 2 secondary - 109 students Overview With its diverse student body, G. Théberge School focuses on inclusion and strengthening learning opportunities. The school has built strong relationships with parents and the community. Academic ☼☼ Focus on languages and literacy ☼☼ Work Oriented Training Path ☼☼ French classes offered ☼☼ Special Education Program ☼☼ LEARN Classes (online) ☼☼ Outdoor education course Services ☼☼ Pre-K program (all day) ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Cafeteria with hot meals ☼☼ Healthy snacks program ☼☼ Service d’accueil ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Book Club ☼☼ Floor hockey ☼☼ Piano lessons available at lunch ☼☼ Guitar lessons available at lunch ☼☼ Lego Club ☼☼ Graduation Committee ☼☼ Drama Club Activities & Events ☼☼ Terry Fox fundraisers ☼☼ Intramural activities ☼☼ Christmas Concert ☼☼ Winter Carnival Week ☼☼ Downhill skiing ☼☼ Variety Show ☼☼ WE Day http://wqsb.qc.ca/gtheberge Tel: 819. 627.1212 38 Boucher Street, PO Box 610 Témiscaming, Québec J0Z 3R0 We enter to learn, and leave when we achieve Page 11 Golden Valley School Principal: Mary Louise Rodgers Kindergarten to Cycle 2 secondary - 274 students Overview Golden Valley School is truly committed to providing English language education to all students. It also works with members of the community, creating a sense of belonging for all. Academic ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Focus on English speaking ☼☼ Literacy network ☼☼ Online learning opportunities ☼☼ Wood-working ☼☼ French classes available ☼☼ Art classes ☼☼ P-Bone music class ☼☼ Goal setting with students ☼☼ Reading and math buddies ☼☼ SMART Boards™ in all classes ☼☼ LEARN Distance Education ☼☼ Work Oriented Training Path Services ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Good relationship with the city ☼☼ Only English school in the area ☼☼ Christmas basket donations ☼☼ Daily “opportunity time” for secondary ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) ☼☼ Daycare ☼☼ TRIBES School ☼☼ School Library ☼☼ School nurse ☼☼ Sensory room ☼☼ Aboriginal Success Program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Winter sports ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Community clean-ups ☼☼ Lunch time board games ☼☼ Ultimate frisbee ☼☼ Movie Club ☼☼ Martial Arts ☼☼ Running Club ☼☼ Video Games Club ☼☼ Board Games ☼☼ Outdoors Club ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Drumming Activities & Events ☼☼ Picnic with community ☼☼ Activity days ☼☼ Student of the month award ☼☼ Honour Roll ☼☼ Inter-sectorial group activities ☼☼ Community suppers ☼☼ Remembrance Day ceremony ☼☼ Book fair ☼☼ Christmas concert ☼☼ Talent shows ☼☼ School Spirit Days ☼☼ Monthly assemblies ☼☼ Jog-a-Walk fundraiser http://wqsb.qc.ca/goldenvalley Tel: 819.825.3211 980 7th Street, Val d’Or Québec J9P 3P8 Goals + Effort = Success Page 12 Greater Gatineau Elementary School Principal: Valerie Link Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 416 students Overview The academic focus includes bilingual literacy and improved math teaching. The staff truly wants to see each student succeed on all levels, that is why they believe in the Brain Research Approach, creating balanced learners. Academic ☼☼ French Classes (Core and Enriched) ☼☼ Focus on literacy skills ☼☼ Ethics and Culture ☼☼ Reading Program ☼☼ Interactive Word Wall ☼☼ Science ☼☼ Robotics ☼☼ Math Wall ☼☼ SMART Boards™ in all classes Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Resources for individual students ☼☼ Wireless Internet ☼☼ TRIBES school ☼☼ Nutrition program ☼☼ Anti-Bullying Program (Olweus) ☼☼ Breakfast and Milk Program ☼☼ Brain research on learning and teaching ☼☼ Tracking and reporting on individual success ☼☼ Hot Meal Program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Art Club ☼☼ Chess Club ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Crafts ☼☼ Cross-Country ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Softball ☼☼ Soccer ☼☼ Football ☼☼ Mine Craft ☼☼ Drama Activities & Events ☼☼ Talent shows ☼☼ Virtue Respect Assemblies ☼☼ ☼☼ School spirit days ☼☼ Remembrance Day ceremony ☼☼ Home & School monthly events ☼☼ MusicMakers ☼☼ Drama Productions http://wqsb.qc.ca/greatergatineau Tel: 819.663.4842 297 ALice Street, Gatineau Québec J8P 3M6 Every student, every day, a success in our Community Page 13 Hadley Junior High School Principal: Dodie Payne Cycle 1 secondary - 408 students Overview Hadley Junior High School believes in the potential of each student. Academic Success is high on our school’s radar. We feel that a safe, healthy and rich school life that includes arts and sports are the keys to success. Hadley has a rich school life and holds its students and staff to the highest standards in terms of attitude, effort and behaviour. Academic ☼☼ Academic awards ☼☼ Book Club ☼☼ Math contests ☼☼ Orientation sessions ☼☼ Peer tutoring and leaders ☼☼ Enriched French Program ☼☼ Rosetta Stone French ☼☼ Guidance counselling Services Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Academic remediation ☼☼ Peer mentoring ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Native Students Circle Group ☼☼ Community Officer ☼☼ Youth counsellors ☼☼ School-wide anti-bullying program ☼☼ Drug and alcohol awareness ☼☼ CLSC nurses and social worker ☼☼ H.E.L.P. Program ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ School Band ☼☼ Award winning drama productions ☼☼ Citizenship opportunities ☼☼ Varsity teams (boys/girls) (Hawks): ☼☼ badminton, soccer, hockey, football, crosscountry, track and field, Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, basketball ☼☼ Mini-University Activities & Events ☼☼ BBQs ☼☼ Homeroom competitions ☼☼ Christmas food drive ☼☼ Travel to NYC and Québec City ☼☼ Various fundraisers ☼☼ Boat cruise ☼☼ Destination Imagination ☼☼ Public Speaking Contest ☼☼ Dances ☼☼ Winter Carnival ☼☼ Recognition assemblies ☼☼ Activity days ☼☼ Special Olympics ☼☼ Intramural Activities http://hadleypwhs.com Twitter: @WQSB_Hadley Tel: 819.776.3158 80 Daniel Johnson Blvd. Gatineau Québec J8Z 1S3 Work Hard. Be Yourself. Do the Right Thing. Page 14 Lord Aylmer Elementary School Principal: Eldon Keon Kindergarten to Cycle 3 Elementary - 635 students Overview Lord Aylmer School encourages healthy personal and social development for all students. It also focuses on strong academic success. Academic ☼☼ French immersion (up to 100%) ☼☼ Focus on math ☼☼ Literacy teachers ☼☼ Resource teachers ☼☼ Music program (K and Cycle 1) ☼☼ Drama program (Cycle 2 and 3) ☼☼ Balanced Literacy ☼☼ Guided reading ☼☼ Focus on helping students to reach their full potential Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ TRIBES School ☼☼ Anti-bullying program (Olweus) ☼☼ Mentorship program ☼☼ Leadership program ☼☼ Listening Ear program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Board games ☼☼ Chess/checkers club ☼☼ Skating ☼☼ Arts and crafts ☼☼ Dance ☼☼ Band ☼☼ Sports Club: ☼☼ cross country, soccer, football, volleyball, basketball, tennis, softball, track and field, gymnastics Junior Campus Tel: 819.684.4888 130 Frank Robinson Road, Gatineau, Québec J9H 4A6 Page 15 Activities & Events ☼☼ Lord Aylmer Idol ☼☼ Christmas & spring concerts ☼☼ Variety show ☼☼ School dances ☼☼ Halloween activities ☼☼ Art exhibit ☼☼ “I love to read” week ☼☼ Terry Fox walk ☼☼ Jump Rope for Heart ☼☼ Winter activity day ☼☼ Movie nights ☼☼ TRIBES activities ☼☼ Fleurs de Macadam ☼☼ BBQs http://wqsb.qc.ca/lordaylmer Senior Campus Tel: 819.684.6801 116 Frank Robinson Road, Gatineau, Québec J9H 4A6 Maniwaki Woodland School Principal: Ann Addleman Kindergarten to Cycle 2 secondary - 168 students Overview Maniwaki Woodland School feels the individual success of students is very important. This school wants to motivate and engage the students. Academic ☼☼ Literacy Focus ☼☼ Advisory Program ☼☼ Goal setting and prioritizing ☼☼ Maniwaki math initiative ☼☼ LEARN (distance education) ☼☼ Sports and Leisure Program (Sec 4 & 5) ☼☼ Aboriginal Success Team ☼☼ Outdoor Education and Environmental Awareness Program ☼☼ Healthy Snack Program Services ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Anti-bullying program (Olweus) ☼☼ School library ☼☼ TRIBES School ☼☼ Only English school in the area ☼☼ Hot lunch Fridays ☼☼ Rural Intervention and Prevention Program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Québec en forme ☼☼ Hockey ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Zumba ☼☼ Curling Club ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Yoga ☼☼ Guitar Club Activities & Events ☼☼ Native drumming ☼☼ Ice Cream Parlour Project ☼☼ Skate-a-thon ☼☼ Literacy Bingo Night ☼☼ Books Fair http://wqsb.qc.ca/maniwaki Tel: 819.449.2597 247 des Oblats, Maniwaki, Québec J9E 1G6 Page 16 Namur Intermediate School Principal: Tammy Downing Kindergarten to Cycle 1 secondary - 92 students Overview Its strong focus on academics and literacy, Namur Intermediate School would like to continue to raise student achievement. This school also provides artistic and fitness outlets to ensure a balanced school culture. Academic ☼☼ Focus on core subjects ☼☼ Student mentors ☼☼ Student tutors ☼☼ Keeping students active ☼☼ Outdoor Education Program ☼☼ Students leave bilingual ☼☼ Debate team Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ K-4 program ☼☼ Multi-Âge program ☼☼ Access to municipal library ☼☼ Volunteers from l’âge d’or ☼☼ New student lounge (secondary) ☼☼ Only English school in the area ☼☼ Good partnership with French school and municipality ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Alliance Alimentaire ☼☼ Anti-bullying program (Olweus) ☼☼ TRIBES school Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Québec en forme ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Reading team ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Snowshoeing ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Totem poles project ☼☼ Skating ☼☼ Hockey ☼☼ Acti-leader program ☼☼ Lunch hour sports program Page 17 Activities & Events ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraising ☼☼ Family Literacy Day ☼☼ Remembrance Day event ☼☼ Halloween event ☼☼ Intramural activities ☼☼ Winter fun day ☼☼ “Meet the Teachers” (open house) ☼☼ Awards day ☼☼ Corn roast ☼☼ Food bank drive ☼☼ Track and field day ☼☼ School Spirit days http://wqsb.qc.ca/namur Tel: 819.426.2996 333, rue de l’Hôtel-de-ville, Namur Québec J0V 1N0 Noranda School Principal: Monia Cloutier Kindergarten to Cycle 2 secondary - 93 students Overview Noranda School believes that students’ well being is of paramount importance to their learning. As well as providing a caring and stimulating environment for our students, the school strives to be up to date in our text books, technology, and all resources available for student learning. Academic ☼☼ Focus on literacy ☼☼ Focus on learning English ☼☼ Français de base is available ☼☼ Creating balanced students ☼☼ Mathematics ☼☼ French as a second language Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Milk Program ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Anti-bullying program (Olweus) ☼☼ Access to Centre de resource des services sociaux ☼☼ Partnered with Neighbours: ☼☼ Regional Association of Rouyn ☼☼ Noranda ☼☼ CEDEC (entrepreneurial services) Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Soccer league at lunch ☼☼ Track and field ☼☼ Cross country running club Activities & Events ☼☼ Spring carnival ☼☼ Talent show ☼☼ Destination Imagination ☼☼ Intramurals ☼☼ Public Speaking ☼☼ Dictée PGL ☼☼ Family Literacy Day ☼☼ Daffodils Campaign http://wqsb.qc.ca/noranda Tel: 819.762.2706 10 Québec Avenue. Rouyn-Noranda Québec J9X 1G2 Together, we succeed Page 18 Onslow Elementary School Principal: TBA Kindergarten to Cycle 3 Elementary - 72 students Overview Onslow Elementary is a small rural school known for its peaceful, caring environment, its dedication to academic excellence and a well-rounded education. Onslow is an active member of its surrounding community and is proud of its strong partnerships with parents, students and community members. . Academic ☼☼ Focus on literacy ☼☼ Student engagement ☼☼ Encourage leadership roles ☼☼ Daily 5 cycle groupings ☼☼ Differentiated learning methods ☼☼ “One-to-One” Technology Ratio in classes Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ K4 program ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Library ☼☼ Resource centre ☼☼ Homework Club ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) ☼☼ Counselling services ☼☼ Speech and language Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Soccer ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Cross-country ☼☼ WQSB tournaments ☼☼ Knitting club ☼☼ Choir/Music Makers Activities & Events ☼☼ Christmas concert ☼☼ Parent craft fair ☼☼ Talent show ☼☼ Community involvement ☼☼ Whole school spirit activities ☼☼ Lunch hour activities ☼☼ MusicMakers ☼☼ Choir/Music Makers ☼☼ Active Home and School Committee http://wqsb.qc.ca/onslow Tel: 819.458.2375 850 Clarendon street, PO Box 159 Quyon Québec J0X 2V0 Page 19 Philemon Wright High School Principal: Dodie Payne Cycle 2 secondary - 541 students Overview Philemon Wright High School believes in the potential of each student. Academic success is high on our school’s radar. We feel that a safe, healthy and rich school life that includes arts and sports are the keys to success. Philemon Wright has a rich school life and holds its students and staff to the highest standards in terms of attitude, effort and behaviour. Academic ☼☼ Academic awards ☼☼ Book Club ☼☼ Orientation sessions for post -secondary options ☼☼ Rosetta Stone Program ☼☼ Enriched French ☼☼ Power Play French ☼☼ Advanced math ☼☼ Advanced science ☼☼ Guidance counselling Services ☼☼ Academic remediation ☼☼ Peer mentoring and tutoring ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Native Students Circle Group ☼☼ Gay Straight Lesbian Alliance ☼☼ School-wide anti-bullying program ☼☼ Youth counsellors ☼☼ Strong community involvement ☼☼ Drug and alcohol awareness ☼☼ CLSC nurses and social worker Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ School Band ☼☼ Award winning Drama Club (CAPPIES) ☼☼ Citizenship opportunities ☼☼ 20 varsity sports teams (Falcons): ☼☼ (Boys and Girls) badminton, soccer, hockey, football, cross-country, track and field, basketball, volleyball, rugby, and lacrosse Activities & Events ☼☼ BBQs ☼☼ Battle of the Bands ☼☼ Christmas food drive ☼☼ Dances ☼☼ Homeroom competitions ☼☼ Recognition assemblies ☼☼ Special Olympics ☼☼ Coffee House ☼☼ Intramural activities ☼☼ Sports and academic awards ☼☼ Destination Leadership ☼☼ Winter Carnival ☼☼ Activity Day ☼☼ Travel opportunities http://hadleypwhs.com Twitter: @WQSB_PW Tel: 819.776.3158 80 Daniel Johnson Blvd. Gatineau, Québec J8Z 1S3 Work Hard. Be Yourself. Do the Right Thing. Page 20 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School Principal: David McFall Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 477 students Overview Pierre Elliott Trudeau Elementary School is the definition of a community school. There is a true focus on community involvement, and understanding cultural differences. Academic ☼☼ Focus: literacy, math & languages ☼☼ iPad Pilot Project ☼☼ Student leaders ☼☼ Encourage active life-styles ☼☼ Peer helping program ☼☼ Focus on well-balanced students ☼☼ Dream team (special education) ☼☼ Project of Hearts ☼☼ Reading buddies ☼☼ Educational videoconferences ☼☼ Homework Club Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Breakfast / Lunch Club ☼☼ Community Learning Centre (CLC) ☼☼ Anti-bullying campaign (Olweus) ☼☼ Neufeld workshops for parents ☼☼ Videoconferencing for ☼☼ workshops: Parenting, bullying, ☼☼ business, etc. Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Performance groups ☼☼ Indoor soccer teams ☼☼ Peer helpers ☼☼ Games leaders ☼☼ Judo ☼☼ Fitness Club ☼☼ Environmental Club ☼☼ Drumming Club ☼☼ Citizenship Club ☼☼ Skipping Club ☼☼ Running Club Activities & Events ☼☼ BBQs ☼☼ Gaelic football tournaments ☼☼ Community events ☼☼ Cultural and heritage events ☼☼ Student exchanges ☼☼ Robotics ☼☼ Evening sports nights ☼☼ Family dinners ☼☼ Monthly activity afternoons ☼☼ Weekly parent/staff soccer ☼☼ and fitness night http://wqsb.qc.ca/petes Twitter: @WQSB_PETES Tel: 819.777.8600 2 Millar Street, Gatineau (Hull) Québec J8Y 3N3 Page 21 Poltimore Elementary School Principal: Samantha Halpin Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 45 students Overview Poltimore Elementary School is a small school that is building community connections. The school is the only English school in the area and acts as a local hub. Poltimore’s mission statement is “Maximize individual achievement as a united community” Academic ☼☼ Focus on literacy ☼☼ Focus on core subjects ☼☼ Resource teacher ☼☼ Daily bread program ☼☼ Differentiated learning methods ☼☼ Multi-level classes ☼☼ Literacy learning ☼☼ Small class sizes ☼☼ Focus on individual potential Services ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Multi-Âge program ☼☼ Community and school share grounds ☼☼ Has a real family atmosphere ☼☼ Anti-bullying program (Olweus) ☼☼ Active parent involvement Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Yoga ☼☼ Science ☼☼ Exploration ☼☼ Cooking ☼☼ Art ☼☼ Track and field ☼☼ Caroling ☼☼ Skiing /snowshoeing ☼☼ Outdoor education Activities & Events ☼☼ Spaghetti dinners ☼☼ Annual concert ☼☼ Destination Imagination ☼☼ MusicMakers ☼☼ English public speaking ☼☼ School-wide spirit activities ☼☼ Fundraising ☼☼ Hot lunches ☼☼ Special events ☼☼ Volunteers in school ☼☼ Support school improvements http://wqsb.qc.ca/poltimore Tel: 819.457.2335 2 Paugan road, Val des Monts Québec, J8N 2G9 Poltimore Pride Page 22 Pontiac High School Principal: Debra Stephens Cycle 1 & Cycle 2 secondary - 380 students Overview Pontiac High is a rural secondary school located in a charming and welcoming community. The school offers a variety of academic programs as well as trades and focuses on ensuring individual excellence for each student. Academic ☼☼ Lunch and after school tutoring ☼☼ Core french ☼☼ French mother tongue ☼☼ Life Skills Program (special education) ☼☼ Modified Program ☼☼ Achievement coordinator ☼☼ Work Orientation Training Path ☼☼ Welding Program ☼☼ Rough Carpentry (construction) ☼☼ Greenhouse Services ☼☼ Student advisory leaders ☼☼ Orientation program for new students ☼☼ Staff advisor for each student ☼☼ Daily advisory periods ☼☼ Drug and alcohol counselling ☼☼ Social Worker available (CLSC) ☼☼ Academic Advisor/Guidance Centre Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Pontiac students against impaired driving ☼☼ Yearbook and Grad committees ☼☼ Jazz band and Choir ☼☼ Debating team ☼☼ Reach for the Top ☼☼ Fitness Club ☼☼ Sports: ☼☼ track and field, crosscountry, football, hockey, basketball, volleyball, canoeing, wrestling, soccer ☼☼ *Late bus service available Activities & Events ☼☼ Talent show (Coffee House, Burnt Toast, Love is Louder) ☼☼ School dances ☼☼ Art exhibits ☼☼ Daily intramural activities ☼☼ Pep rallies ☼☼ Radio station ☼☼ Academic recognition assemblies ☼☼ Activities that focus on leadership development for students http://phs.wqsb.qc.ca Tel: 819.647.2244 455 Maple street, PO Box 4600 Shawville Québec, J0X 2Y0 Ensuring that everyone achieves individual excellence Page 23 Queen Elizabeth Elementary School Principal: Debbie Picard Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 43 students Overview The goals of Queen Elizabeth Elementary School are to provide an instructional program that motivates students to become lifelong learners. The school would like to improve students’ self esteem and confidence to become ethical citizens and leaders. Academic ☼☼ Focus on individual success ☼☼ Create balanced students ☼☼ One hour of french per day ☼☼ Focus on literacy ☼☼ Focus on core subjects ☼☼ SMART Boards in all classes ☼☼ Small class sizes ☼☼ Volunteer community reading program Services ☼☼ K4 program available (Jan. to May) ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Community summer camp (June to August) ☼☼ Lunch program two days a week ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) ☼☼ Library ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Connection with CLSC nurse and social workers ☼☼ Milk program ☼☼ Service d’accueil Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Québec en forme ☼☼ Québec enfant ☼☼ Dreams Take Flight (Partnership with Disney and Air Canada) ☼☼ Tim Hortons Camp ☼☼ WQSB tournaments ☼☼ Cross-country skiing ☼☼ Snowshoeing Activities & Events ☼☼ Awards for academic achievement ☼☼ Volunteer lunch ☼☼ Remembrance Day ☼☼ Halloween activities ☼☼ Music Makers ☼☼ Terry Fox Run ☼☼ Environmental activities with Mr. E ☼☼ Christmas concert ☼☼ Christmas carolling at senior’s centre http://wqsb.qc.ca/qekaz Tel: 819.467.2865 9 Begley Street, PO Box 240 Kazabazua Québec J0X 1X0 Page 24 St. John’s Elementary School Principal: Lorianne Bertrand Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 120 students Overview Literacy and participation are important factors for success. St. John’s Elementary School focuses on student motivation and community envolvement in order to create intrinsic life-long learners. Academic ☼☼ Focus on literacy ☼☼ Work ethic is important ☼☼ School perseverance ☼☼ Monthly goals are set ☼☼ SMART Board™ in classrooms ☼☼ Videoconferencing (virtual trips) ☼☼ Guided reading ☼☼ Drama ☼☼ Literacy Leaders Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Full-Time Pre-K Program ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ “Caught being good” program ☼☼ Leadership program ☼☼ Reading Buddies ☼☼ PATRO partnership ☼☼ Community Learning Centre (CLC) ☼☼ TRIBES school ☼☼ Safe school patrol (Unit X with SQ) ☼☼ Acti-leaders ☼☼ Fitness Activities for the community (Kettlebell & Boot Camp) Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Pontiac en forme - Yoga ☼☼ Soccer ☼☼ Acro-gym ☼☼ Majorettes ☼☼ Sports with Maison des Jeunes Page 25 Activities & Events ☼☼ Carnival week ☼☼ Annual community day ☼☼ Christmas concert ☼☼ Community clean-up days ☼☼ Literacy week ☼☼ Nutritional workshops ☼☼ Anti-bullying workshops ☼☼ Jump Rope for Heart ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraiser ☼☼ Christmas lunch (staff and bus drivers) http://wqsb.qc.ca/stjohns Tel: 819.648.2149 10 Leslie Street, Campbell’s Bay Québec J0X 1K0 St. Michael’s High School Principal: Debbie Picard Cycle 1 & Cycle 2 secondary - 85 students Overview St. Michael’s High School works diligently to motivate and engage students in order to help them achieve success. Its small classes allow for students to achieve a new kind of success Academic ☼☼ Focus on individual success ☼☼ Focus on core subjects ☼☼ Carpentry class available ☼☼ Outdoor education ☼☼ Work Orientation Training Path ☼☼ Life skills ☼☼ Community Based Service Learning Services ☼☼ Community Learning Centre (CLC) ☼☼ Very positive link with community ☼☼ Videoconferencing is available ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Tutoring (Math, English, Science) ☼☼ Skating ☼☼ Choir ☼☼ Technology ☼☼ Hockey program ☼☼ Volleyball program ☼☼ Cross-Country running ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Soccer Activities & Events ☼☼ Talent show ☼☼ Canoe races ☼☼ Great Canadian Shoreline Clean-Up ☼☼ Awards for academic achievement ☼☼ Hockey tournament ☼☼ Soccer tournament ☼☼ Science fair ☼☼ Earth Day Clean-up ☼☼ Remembrance Day with community ☼☼ NAC plays ☼☼ Destination Imagination http://wqsb.qc.ca/stmichaels Tel: 819.422.3584 26 Principale street PO Box 10 Low Québec, J0X 2C0 Page 26 South Hull Elementary School Principal: Judy Millar Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 423 students Overview South Hull Elementary School focuses on healthy and balanced lifestyles. The school is dedicated to student success and life-long learners. Academic ☼☼ French immersion: ☼☼ Kindergarten: 100% ☼☼ Cycle 1: 96% ☼☼ Cycle 2: 76% ☼☼ Cycle 3: 48% ☼☼ Individual success plans ☼☼ Benchmarking (reading) ☼☼ Student resources ☼☼ Psychomotor skills Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ Service d’accueil ☼☼ Breakfast Club ☼☼ Student leadership ☼☼ Harmony room ☼☼ TRIBES Schools ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiatives (Olweus) ☼☼ Governing Board Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Strides Program (track and field) ☼☼ Basketball ☼☼ Bow and arrow ☼☼ Drama Club ☼☼ Lego Club ☼☼ Walking Club Activities & Events ☼☼ Talent shows/Christmas concert ☼☼ Annual International Fair ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraiser ☼☼ Destination Imagination ☼☼ MusicMakers ☼☼ Winter Carnival ☼☼ Tuesday Pink Day ☼☼ Camp-Air-au-Bois (C3Y2) ☼☼ Literacy Day ☼☼ Monster Ball ☼☼ June circus ☼☼ Literacy Day http://wqsb.qc.ca/southhull Tel: 819.684.6565 86 Cresent Drive, Gatineau (Aylmer) Québec J9H 1T6 Page 27 Symmes Junior High Principal: George Singfield Cycle 1 secondary - 388 students Overview Symmes Junior High School is dedicated to providing its students with a rich school life. The school also encourages student empowerment. The school’s mantra is to foster a safe, caring and respectful community in which everybody learns and achieves individual success. Academic ☼☼ Group approach in learning ☼☼ High standards set for student ☼☼ Remediation ☼☼ Professional learning community ☼☼ Enrichment ☼☼ Heterogenous class groups ☼☼ French immersion ☼☼ Modified Program ☼☼ Centre for Excellence Services ☼☼ Student leaders ☼☼ Student Council ☼☼ Peer Support: mediation, mentoring, tutoring ☼☼ Anti-bullying initiative ☼☼ Restorative Practice Approach ☼☼ Drug and alcohol resource worker ☼☼ Guidance and Counseling ☼☼ CLSC social worker ☼☼ CLSC nurse ☼☼ Breakfast Program Extra curricular activities ☼☼ Award winning Starquest Players Theatre ☼☼ Art Murals ☼☼ Sports Club (Gee Gees): ☼☼ football, ultimate Frisbee, rugby, volleyball, soccer, track and field, hockey, touch football, running club and basketball Activities & Events ☼☼ Terry Fox Fundraiser ☼☼ “Me to We” program ☼☼ Annual multicultural dinner ☼☼ “Not in my School” initiative ☼☼ School Plays ☼☼ Love is Louder Week ☼☼ “Girls Night In” http://symmesdarcy.com Tel: 819.684.7472 925 Du Plateau Boulevard, Gatineau (Aylmer) Québec J9J 3G2 Page 28 Wakefield Elementary School Principal: Julie Fram-Greig Kindergarten to Cycle 3 elementary - 316 students Overview Wakefield Elementary is a bilingual community school dedicated to academic excellence and individual student growth. Academic ☼☼ Extended Core French Program : ☼☼ Cycle 2: 60% English/40% French ☼☼ Reading buddies ☼☼ Focus on math, French, English ☼☼ SMART Boards™ in all classes ☼☼ Music program ☼☼ Environmental program Services ☼☼ Daycare (before and after school) ☼☼ K-4 program ☼☼ Student leaders ☼☼ Partnership with Youth Centre ☼☼ Connection with CLSC nurse and social workers ☼☼ Partnership with MRC Police Extra curricular activities ☼☼ School Choir ☼☼ Ski Club ☼☼ Snowshoeing ☼☼ Cross-country skiing ☼☼ Sports Clubs ☼☼ Volleyball ☼☼ Track and Field ☼☼ Cross-country run ☼☼ Softball ☼☼ Soccer ☼☼ Grade 5-6 Camping trips Activities & Events ☼☼ Involvement in local community events such as Harvest Festival, Dragon Fest, Writers’ Festival, Fairbairn House Heritage Centre ☼☼ Music Makers ☼☼ Intramural sports ☼☼ Holiday Children’s sale ☼☼ Terry Fox Run ☼☼ Environmental activity days with Mr. E. - all grades http://wakefield.wqsb.qc.ca Tel: 819.459.2373 878 Riverside road, Wakefield Québec, J0X 3G0 MOTTO Page 29