discover personalized self-directed learning! · self-directed learning what sets bishop carroll...
TRANSCRIPT
BISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL
2016 – 2017 HANDBOOK
Discover Personalized
Self-Directed Learning!
BISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL
4624 Richard Rd. S.W.
Calgary, Alberta T3E 6L1
Phone: (403) 500-2056
Fax: (403) 500-2256
Website: www.cssd.ab.ca/bishopcarroll
HOME OF THE CARDINALS
2
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................. 2
WELCOME TO BISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL ........................................................................4 BISHOP CARROLL’S MISSION STATEMENT .................................................................................4 BISHOP CARROLL’S VISION STATEMENT....................................................................................4 THE BISHOP CARROLL COAT OF ARMS ......................................................................................4 THE MOTTO .....................................................................................................................................5 PHILOSOPHY ....................................................................................................................................5
Self-Directed Learning ..............................................................................................................5 Guided and Supported ...............................................................................................................5
BISHOP CARROLL CULTURAL PRINCIPLES .................................................................................6 THE FIVE P ILLARS OF OUR PROGRAM .........................................................................................6
1. Independent Study ................................................................................................................6 3. Continuous Progress ............................................................................................................7 4. Individualized Schedules ......................................................................................................7 5. Differentiated Staffing ..........................................................................................................7
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES .....................................................................................................8 Students .....................................................................................................................................8 Parents ......................................................................................................................................8 Teacher Advisor (TA) ................................................................................................................9 School Counsellors .................................................................................................................. 10 Career Practitioner ................................................................................................................. 10 Administration ......................................................................................................................... 10 Subject Teachers ..................................................................................................................... 11 School Assistants ..................................................................................................................... 11 General Assistants ................................................................................................................... 11
SCHOOL ORGANIZATION ......................................................................................... 12
DAILY SCHEDULE ......................................................................................................................... 13 ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................ 13 CONTACTING YOUR TA .................................................................................................................... 14
COMMUNICATION ......................................................................................................... 14
NEWSLETTERS ............................................................................................................................... 14 CARROLL COMMUNICATOR ......................................................................................................... 15 BISHOP CARROLL WEBSITE ........................................................................................................ 15 EMAIL .............................................................................................................................................. 15 PAGING STUDENTS ........................................................................................................................... 15 SAFETY DRILLS ................................................................................................................................ 15 LOCKDOWNS/SCHOOL EVACUATION ................................................................................................ 15 FIRE ALARMS ................................................................................................................................ 15 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR ...................................................................................... 16 WEEK A / WEEK B SCHEDULE ................................................................................................... 18
ACADEMICS .................................................................................................................. 19
UNDERSTANDING THE SYSTEM .................................................................................................. 19 Learning Guides & Seminars .................................................................................................. 19 Starting a Course .................................................................................................................... 19 Course Outlines ....................................................................................................................... 20 Continuous Progress ............................................................................................................... 20 Course Work Cut-Offs ............................................................................................................. 20 Course Completion Expectations ............................................................................................ 20
PROGRESS REPORT ....................................................................................................................... 21 MYPASS .......................................................................................................................................... 21
3
MINIMUM "CORE" PROGRAM ...................................................................................................... 22 UNIT PRODUCTION GUIDELINES ................................................................................................ 22 HOMEWORK ................................................................................................................................... 22 BRIGHTSPACE ................................................................................................................................ 23 SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING ........................................................................................................ 23 BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE (BYOD) ......................................................................................... 23 ACADEMIC HONESTY AND INTEGRITY AGREEMENT ........................................................................ 24 PLAGIARISM ..................................................................................................................................... 24 PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................... 25 PENALTIES ....................................................................................................................................... 26 BISHOP CARROLL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................... 26 THE ALBERTA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA .................................................................................... 26 2016-2017 DIPLOMA EXAM SCHEDULE .................................................................................... 26 ALEXANDER RUTHERFORD SCHOLARSHIPS...................................................................................... 27
STUDENT STANDARDS & BEHAVIOURS............................................................... 27
I.D. CARDS .................................................................................................................................... 27 VISITORS AND TRESPASSING ...................................................................................................... 27 LASER POINTERS .......................................................................................................................... 27 CELL PHONES ................................................................................................................................ 27 PERSONAL MUSIC DEVICES ........................................................................................................ 28 SKATEBOARDS/HOVERBOARDS/ROLLERBLADES ..................................................................... 28 SMOKING ........................................................................................................................................ 28 SUBSTANCE ABUSE ...................................................................................................................... 28 BEHAVIOR CODE ........................................................................................................................... 28 DRESS CODE .................................................................................................................................. 29
STUDENT FACILITIES AND SERVICES ........................................................................ 29
LOST AND FOUND ......................................................................................................................... 29 STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHS ............................................................................................................. 30 PARKING ........................................................................................................................................ 30 LOCKERS ........................................................................................................................................ 30 STUDENT AGENDA ........................................................................................................................ 30 STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE ..................................................................................................... 30 STUDENT FEES .............................................................................................................................. 31 CHAPLAIN ...................................................................................................................................... 31 CHAPEL .......................................................................................................................................... 31 BUSINESS OFFICE ......................................................................................................................... 31 CARETAKER ................................................................................................................................... 31 LIBRARY ......................................................................................................................................... 31 CAFETERIA..................................................................................................................................... 31 BUS PASS ....................................................................................................................................... 31 ACTIVITIES AND CLUBS ............................................................................................................... 32 ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY ................................................................................................................ 32 2016 – 2017 CARDINALS ATHLETICS CALENDAR ............................................................................ 33
4
Philosophy and Traditions
Welcome to Bishop Carroll High School
A warm welcome to returning and new families to our school. It is our hope that your
family will experience a year of spiritual, academic and social growth.
Catholic schools exist to support parents’ values and beliefs and to allow children to
practice those values in an environment based on gospel values and the spiritual journey
of which we are all a part. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, mutual trust and support,
we can meet any challenges and continue a tradition of caring and excellence at Bishop
Carroll High School.
This Student-Parent Handbook contains important information on school procedures and
services, course requirements for a High School Diploma and graduation, expectations
for the Alexander Rutherford Scholarship as well as the school calendar. Students and
parents are highly encouraged to read this information.
If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your Teacher Advisor.
We thank you for your continued interest and support in Bishop Carroll High School.
Neil O’Flaherty, Principal
Nathan Easton, Vice Principal
Peter Rybicki, Vice Principal
Helen Stewart, Vice Principal
Bishop Carroll’s Mission Statement
Bishop Carroll High School is a unique educational Catholic community offering
continuous progress in a personalized and individualized learning environment that
supports, challenges and empowers students to take responsibility for learning and
personal growth.
Bishop Carroll’s Vision Statement
We, the Bishop Carroll High School Catholic Community, commit to providing a
student-centered educational journey which fosters authentic personal growth. We
challenge each individual to be a lifelong learner, to embrace a passion for life and to
share his or her gifts for the benefit of our global community.
The Bishop Carroll Coat Of Arms
The Coat of Arms is a version of the original Coat of Arms of Bishop Francis P.
Carroll.
The left half represents the Diocese of Calgary and is adopted from the Provincial
Coat of Arms. Represented are wheat fields moving up to the mountains to the
blue Alberta sky. The Blessed Virgin, to whom Calgary’s Cathedral is dedicated,
is symbolized by a star.
The right half represents Bishop Francis Carroll. The forearm holding the cross stands
for the Bishop’s patron saint, St. Francis of Assisi. The pierced heart is the symbol of St.
5
Augustine, patron saint of the seminary where Bishop Carroll spent nearly all his priestly
life, both as a student and professor.
The hat at the top represents the residential Bishop. The three rows of tassels indicate his
rank. The coat is impaled on a Cross, common for a residential Bishop, and the Miter and
Crosier are also found on a Bishop’s Coat of Arms.
The Motto
The motto comes from Luke 24:19. In Latin it reads "Mane Nobiscum, Domine"
which means: "Stay with us, O Lord".
Philosophy
Bishop Carroll High School has been offering students in Calgary and the surrounding
area a program of individualized instruction since 1971. Our school has a unique
approach to education and our most attractive feature is our ability to adapt; flexibility is
the key to our proven success.
As a Catholic school community, Bishop Carroll is proud to be a member of the Catholic
Community of Caring initiative. Based on the values of caring, responsibility, trust,
respect and family, this initiative allows for a respectful and friendly school environment,
rooted in Catholic values. Since the school’s opening, our motto, “Stay With Us, O
Lord”, has reflected these values. As a Catholic Community of Caring School, we
recognize that there is more to an education than academics.
Self-Directed Learning
What sets Bishop Carroll apart from other high schools is our unique, personalized, self-
directed learning environment, which puts students in the driver’s seat of their
educational journey. Here, students have the freedom to customize a learning program
they feel is best suited for their unique goals, abilities and interests. With the guidance of
a Teacher Advisor and their parents, the student will choose the program and courses
they want to follow. Students can then progress through these courses at a personalized
rate reflecting their individual needs and learning pace. Although students study at their
own pace, they must still follow the curriculum set out by Alberta Education and must
fulfill the requirements mandated by the province to receive their Alberta High School
Diploma.
The main advantage of self-directed learning is that it empowers the student to take more
responsibility and interest in decisions that will affect their education. Students will
graduate from Bishop Carroll feeling a unique sense of ownership in their diploma and
having had ‘hands-on’ control of their learning.
Guided and Supported
While Bishop Carroll provides freedom and flexibility to its students, this does not mean
that they go through their education without guidance or support. We have a strong and
effective teacher advisory system in place to help students succeed. Each new student is
assigned to a Teacher Advisor who will continue to guide, motivate and advise the
student until graduation. Learning goals are then accomplished with the continuous
6
support and guidance from their teacher-advisor who is in constant contact in regards to
all subjects in order to monitor the student’s progress throughout their high school career.
Grade 10 students (and those new to Bishop Carroll High School) enroll in our Self-
Directed Learning course which helps students orientate themselves to Bishop Carroll in
the first few months of school.
Bishop Carroll Cultural Principles
Bishop Carroll High School is a Catholic community where members serve God and one
another in a tolerant and compassionate manner. As a "Community of Caring", we
uphold the value of family in an atmosphere of honesty, fairness, respect and trust. By
emphasizing such values we foster a sense of responsibility and integrity.
Bishop Carroll High School is committed to promoting collaboration through open
communication among its stakeholders.
Bishop Carroll High School strives to be a safe and nurturing environment fostering
emotional and physical security. Through discipline and self-control, all individuals are
expected to be accountable, responsible, punctual and dependable.
The Five Pillars of our Program
1. Independent Study
All material for courses is assembled into self-study packages known as Learning Guides.
These guides tell students exactly what they must learn, show them how to learn it and
prepare them for testing and evaluation. Some activities that are included as part of the
Learning Guides are: reading books, viewing videos, responding to questions and
assignments, completing self-tests, conducting experiments and various other educational
activities depending on the subject.
The Learning Guides also provide many opportunities for students to collaborate with
each other by directing them to engage in team work, seminars and group presentations
which are aimed at enhancing the student’s learning.
Independent learning is supported through one-to-one consultations with teachers that are
subject area specialists. They are always available and willing to meet with students to
help them achieve their learning guide objectives.
The ultimate goal of independent study is to foster a sense of ownership of the knowledge
learned. If successful, the student will understand how to learn, which is an important
skill for post-secondary education.
2. Teacher Advisor (TA) Role
In Bishop Carroll’s unique learning environment students must exercise a considerable
amount of responsibility in order to be successful. However, students are not alone in this
responsibility. Their success is also the responsibility of their Teacher Advisor who
works with them to develop an academic plan which reflects the student’s unique needs
and goals.
7
Each of our students are assigned a TA who they will remain with until graduation.
Students will meet with Teacher Advisors twice daily and for a longer period every week.
It is the TA’s duty to help the student set goals, motivate them, make sure they are
keeping on track with their learning program and stay in touch with parents. The TA will
also record learning progress daily and will then issue reports to parents regularly so
parents can stay informed about the amount and quality of their child’s work.
Because each student remains with the same Teacher Advisor for their entire high school
career, this fosters a strong and productive working relationship between the two.
A TA will not only motivate and support your child, but they will also become a mentor
and someone who genuinely cares about your child’s education and future.
3. Continuous Progress
Students set their own individual pace for learning which allows for continuous progress.
This means they are not wasting time waiting for other classmates to catch up, or writing
tests before they have mastered a concept because they are trying to keep up with the
teacher’s pace.
Continuous progress also allows your child to begin and finish courses at any time during
the school year. At our school, we recognize that no two students will take the same
amount of time to complete their course objectives. We remove time restraints and
instead put the student in control of their education. As well, a student’s learning does
not suffer due to extended absences or illness, they simply continue their lessons where
they left off.
This approach provides the opportunity for students to take the time they need to master
course objectives. Through continuous progress, students get a true sense of their own
strengths and weaknesses and are given the power to tailor their learning programs with
these in mind.
4. Individualized Schedules
At Bishop Carroll, there is no master schedule, there are no regular classes or school
bells. Students move freely to Resource Centres accessing subject area support, choose
to attend seminars or tutorials for additional direct instruction and may sign up for
structured sequenced activity sessions (Music, Drama, Health Fitness and Recreation,
Math) and take exams when they are ready for them. While this system provides them
with more flexibility and freedom, it also demands greater responsibility and dedication.
The outcome is a personalized education program that is fun and rewarding.
Students’ needs change as they progress through their education, and their schedule is
able to change as well to meet these needs. However, changes in course selections are
not at the sole discretion of the student. The Teacher Advisor is consulted at every step
to ensure the student remains accountable for each decision and stays on the path to meet
their course objectives.
The flexibility of individualized scheduling also allows students to pursue other
opportunities and interests off-campus, providing a well-rounded education. For example
they are able to participate in mentoring programs, co-operative education and field
placements all without having to miss a class or test.
5. Differentiated Staffing
Your child will have support resources available to help them succeed throughout their
high school career at Bishop Carroll. Along with Teacher Advisors, there are teachers
8
and school assistants who are subject experts as well as clerical assistants available to
answer questions.
Individual help is always available to students and additional staff allow teachers to
spend more quality time assisting students.
Roles and Responsibilities
Students succeed at Bishop Carroll through the support and guidance of several people in
our school community. Everyone has different roles and responsibilities but the goal is
still the same: to provide each student with a personalized and individualized program
that allows them the opportunity to succeed. It is important that every member of the
community understand their role and the key part they play in your education.
Students
Accept responsibility for your own learning and progress.
Set and achieve long and short-term goals for your education and personal
development. Be aware of course completion timelines (i.e. course tracking) for
grade 10, 11, and 12.
Acquire the habits and skills necessary for success, for example: awareness of
strengths and learning style, recognition of areas of need, ability to acquire
assistance, development of strong study skills, effective communication skills, time
management, planning skills, motivation and self discipline, etc.
Be accountable for your choices and accept the consequences of your choices in
regards to your education and those around you.
Be a positive member in the school community through demonstrating the values
promoted by our Catholic Community of Caring, for example: respect and accept all
individuals, work on developing trusting relationships, care for the well-being of
those around you, etc. Actively participate in liturgies and masses.
Know, respect and follow the routines and procedures set out by the school, for
example: daily attendance, check in and out, leave the school only with permission,
attend TA appointments, use of BRIGHTSPACE for planning and recording
progress, take a 30 minute lunch break, wear your photo ID at all times as you need it
for testing and resources and to ensure the safety of all in our school community.
Become involved in the life of the school in order to enjoy your high school
experience and help develop a strong school community. School and community
involvement is helpful when applying for scholarships and post secondary programs.
Parents
Work collaboratively with the school and Teacher Advisor to help your child develop
their educational plans and succeed at Bishop Carroll.
Support and help your child with decision-making.
Help monitor progress through the student agenda, green slips, progress reports and
daily communication with your child.
Know how to navigate Brightspace and verify your son/daughter’s marks.
Develop a positive rapport with your TA and maintain ongoing contact. A parent
needs to ensure the parent’s conduct contributes to a welcoming, caring, respectful
and safe learning environment.
9
Discuss with your TA any issues at home or school that can effect your child’s
progress.
Inform the school of any absences or lates.
Encourage your child to follow the school routines and procedures.
Respect the values promoted by our Catholic Community of Caring.
Show interest in and support for your child’s academic and extra-curricular interests
and abilities.
Come to understand, support, and become involved in the educational model at
Bishop Carroll.
To encourage, foster and advance collaborative, positive and respectful relationships
with teachers, principals, other school staff and professionals providing supports and
services in the school.
To engage in the student’s school community.
Teacher Advisor (TA)
Develop a positive rapport with their Advisees so that each student sees their TA as
someone who is interested in his/her academic progress as well as their growth and
development as a person.
Is actively involved with subject areas, administration and parents in helping the
student find the resources he or she needs to be successful.
In getting to know their advisees’ needs, interests and academic and personal history,
the Teacher Advisor becomes a student advocate.
Function as the key school contact for parent concerns and questions.
Seek additional assistance from school counsellors, subject areas or administraton to
help address the needs of their advisees.
Meet with students daily at check in and check out. Meet individually with each
advisee on a regular basis.
Work with each advisee and their parents to set long range and short range goals.
Monitor student academic progress and discuss successes and concerns with both the
parent and student.
Monitor ‘tracking’ for all students. Grade 10 students should complete a minimum
of 38 credits.
Assist new advisees and parents with their orientation at Bishop Carroll.
Monitor attendance and punctuality.
Have a basic understanding of all subject areas to assist advisees in their planning
and to address parent concerns.
Assist each advisee with planning for their graduation requirements and monitoring
their progress towards them as well as keeping their parents informed on their
progress.
Assist students in preparing applications for scholarship and post-secondary
institutions and writing letters of recommendation.
10
School Counsellors
Provide leadership and direction for teachers in their roles as Teacher Advisors.
Upon referral, address emotional, psychological and familial issues that students may
have.
Support students with career planning as well as information and applications for
scholarships and post-secondary institutions.
Assist in orientation of new students and parents.
Support the development of our Catholic Community of Caring through their work
with individual students.
Assist TAs and students with analysis of academic and progress issues.
Upon referral, assess student learning styles and make recommendations accordingly.
Provide suggestions and strategies to address student needs.
Offer instruction on study skills, test-taking, organization skills and time
management to all students.
Assist individual students with completion of assignments and test preparation.
Assist Teacher Advisors to prepare Individual Program Plans (IPPs) for students who
require accommodations to course curriculum to support their continuous academic
progress.
Career Practitioner
Assist students with career planning.
Administer tests on skills, interests and values to help determine personality types
and possible careers.
Provide information on post-secondary institutions: course prerequisites,
scholarships, housing, financial aid, and entrance to international universities and
colleges, particularly in the United States.
Assist students with application and registration at post-secondary institutions.
Assist students with resumé and business letters as well as job interview preparation.
Coordinate job shadowing and work experience placements.
Inform students of safety standards for employees, occupational health and safety as
well as employment standards.
Provide information on Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) and technical
programs.
Administration
Assist teachers in their role as Teacher Advisors.
Provide ongoing orientation for parents and students.
Address current issues with students through “fireside chats” throughout the year.
Help address parental concerns.
11
Subject Teachers
Develop and revise learning guides, which are the first level of engagement between
students and the content of the subject areas.
Provide individual and group instruction to assist students with their understanding of
the curriculum.
Assist Teacher Advisors in personalizing a student’s program.
Offer extra assistance to students experiencing difficulty in meeting the objectives.
Provide opportunities for mastery learning in their subject area.
School Assistants
Instructional
(Non-certified personnel who possess expertise and training in a subject area field.)
Offer one-to-one assistance to students in the subject area of expertise.
General Assistants
Responsible for the recording and tracking of student progress.
Assist students and TAs with inquiries regarding a course or a student’s progress in a
course.
12
School Organization
L E V E L 5
Math
Religious Education
Social Studies
Testing Centre
Transitions
Science
L E V E L 3
Academic Resource Centre
Career Centre
Chapel
Copy Shop
Student Services
English Language Arts
Library & Textbook Rental
Teacher Advisors’ Offices
L E V E L 1
Computer Lab
Drama
Fine Art / CTS / Mac Lab
Construction & Fabrication
Health Fitness & Recreation
International Languages
L E V E L 4
Cafeteria/Learning Commons
Educational Support III
Staff Room
Theatre
Carroll Shoppe
L E V E L 2
MAIN ENTRANCE
Caretaker Office
Gymnasium
Main Office
Music Rooms
13
Daily Schedule
7:00 Cafeteria opens – Available for Food Service and as a work area
9:00 Cafeteria closes for Check-in
9:00 Check-in
9:10 Announcements
9:15 – 11:15 Students are expected to begin their school work
Limited Cafeteria Food Service
11:10 Announcements
11:15
Cafeteria opens for lunch – Food Service Available
Students are allotted only 30 minutes for lunch but they may take
their 30-minute break at any time between 11:15 a.m. and 12:45
p.m.
Seminars continue and teachers remain available
12:45 – 3:10 Students are expected to be engaged in their school work
Cafeteria closes
1:10 Announcements
3:10 Announcements
3:15 →
2:15 →
Check-out: Monday through Thursday
Check-out: early dismissal every Friday
Attendance Procedures
Check-in: 9:00 a.m.
Mandatory Attendance (School begins promptly at 9:00 a.m.)
Students are late between 9:01-10:14 a.m.
Students are marked absent for AM after 10:15 a.m.
Students are late between 12:01 and 1:14 p.m.
Students are marked absent if they leave before 2:15 p.m. Mon-Thurs / 1:15 p.m. Fri
Check-out: (Mandatory Attendance)
3:15 p.m. (Monday to Thursday)
2:15 p.m. (Friday)
Absence Procedure:
If a student will be absent due to illness, appointments, etc., the parent must phone the
school at 403-500-2056 and select "1" to report the absence. Please clearly state the
reason for the absence. This message may be left at any time of the day.
14
School Day Expectations:
Students are expected to remain in the building and engaged in their school work during
(9:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.). Students are asked to remain in the resource centers
during the last 20 minutes of the day.
If students are required to leave the school for appointments or other
commitments, they must submit a parent letter or email their TA which
authorizes them to leave school grounds.
Lunch:
Students will take no more than one half-hour for lunch within the 11:15 a.m. - 12:45
p.m. time period.
Teacher Advisor Appointments
Students meet with their Teacher Advisor group daily, at check-in and check-out. They
also meet privately with their TA on a weekly basis depending on student needs. The
appointments, 10 to 15 minutes in length, are scheduled by the TA.
There are several activities that take place during these appointments. For example:
Yearly long range planning
Monthly / weekly / daily plans
Record sheet discussion
Time for guidance, assessment or resetting directions
Discussion of difficulties or successes and strategies to address them
Discussion of how time is being used
Discussion of course(s) ‘Tracking Sheets’
Students are encouraged to contact their TA whenever they feel they need to chat outside
of their scheduled TA appointment.
Contacting your TA In person: Pre-booking is required. Please make an appointment since the TA is
also a subject area teacher with duties in seminars and resource centres to fulfill
during the school day. Formal interviews are held twice a year.
Phone: Call the school at 403-500-2056 to leave a message.
E-mail: Your TA will provide you with their district e-mail address.
Communication
Newsletters The Carroller is published four times a year and is emailed to each family.
15
Carroll Communicator The Communicator is available each morning at check-in and then additional copies are
available throughout the school. It is also posted on the Bishop Carroll website.
Bishop Carroll Website www.cssd.ab.ca/schools/BishopCarroll This site, available to all students, parents and staff contains the latest news about Bishop
Carroll, the daily Communicator, a calendar of events, a record of school awards, site
map, BRIGHTSPACE Login and other links as well as a list of contacts. Students and
parents are encouraged to visit this site regularly.
Email Information updates are emailed to parents on a regular basis. If your email address
changes, please be sure to update your child’s TA.
Students will be issued a district provided Google email account and are encouraged to
check this email on a frequent basis. If students wish, they may forward the district
provided account to their personal email. TAs often communicate messages and
information to their students via this email account. The Google email account is part of
the Google Apps Suite and includes access to the Bishop Carroll Calendar. It also
includes a word processor, presentation software, spreadsheets, and digital file storage.
Paging Students Students may be paged ONLY at 9:10 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 1:10 p.m. or 3:10 p.m.
Additional pages can be made at the discretion of Administration.
Safety Drills
Lockdowns/School Evacuation Regulations require schools to practice and simulate building evacuations (fire drills) as
well as lockdowns. These drills occur at various times throughout the year. It is
important that we have full cooperation from the students and parents during these drills
or actual events. In the case of a LOCKDOWN or EVACUATION, it is necessary
that all parties (students, parents, staff) refrain from using cell phones for texting
and calling. Parents should not call the school for information or make their way to the
school. Any of these actions could negatively impact the Emergency Response Team and
the overall safety of the school. Information would be available through the main CCSD
telephone number 403-500-2000.
Fire Alarms When the alarm sounds, all staff and students must move quickly to designated areas
outside the school.
If ordered to evacuate the school, students and staff will follow instructions as posted
in each room. Muster points are located on ID tags.
16
2016-2017 School Year Calendar
This calendar is accurate at the time of printing; however, it is subject to change. Please
check the Bishop Carroll website frequently for updated information.
September 2016
01 ........ School Opens
............ – Grade 10’s and NEW Grade 11 & 12 students attend - Orientation/ID Photo’s
02 ........ Grade 10’s and NEW Grade 11 & 12 New students arrive at 9:00 a.m.
............ Returning Grade 11 students arrive @ 9:00 a.m. – ID Photo’s
............ Returning Grade 12 students arrive @ 11:15 a.m. – ID Photo’s
06 ........ First Full Day of Classes (All students) – ID Photo’s
09 ........ Grade 10 Retreat
13 ........ Music Society Meeting (AGM), 6:30 p.m.
14 ........ (New to BCHS) Parent Information Evening, 7:00 p.m.
14 ........ School Council Meeting 8:00 p.m.
14 ........ Athletic Society Meeting (AGM), 8:00 p.m.
21 ........ School Opening Mass, 9:15 a.m., Gymnasium
October
07 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
10 ........ Thanksgiving Day (No School)
12 ........ Athletic Society Meeting
18 ........ Music Society Meeting 7:00 p.m.
24-28 ... Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (classes as usual)
24 ........ Photo Retakes
31 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
November
01 ........ Faith Day (No School)
02-09 ... November Diploma Exams
02 ........ School Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.
09 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
10 ........ Remembrance Day Celebration, 9:15 a.m., Gymnasium
11 ........ Remembrance Day (No School)
14 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
15 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
23 ........ Parent/Student Information Night Session #1, 7:00 p.m.
............ (AP Information at 6:30 p.m.)
27 ........ First Sunday of Advent
December
13 ........ Advent Mass, 9:15 a.m., Gymnasium
14 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
20 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
22 ........ Christmas Holidays Begin (Full Day of Classes)
23-Jan 8.....Christmas Holidays (No School)
17
January 2017
09 ........ School Re-opens
11 ........ Parent/Student Information Night Session #2, 7:00 p.m.
............ (AP Information at 6:30 p.m.)
16-30 ... January Diploma Exams
23-30 ... Teacher Advisor Transition Days (inclusive)
............ (No Classes; Testing Centre remains open)
17 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
18 ........ School Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
18 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
31 ........ Semester II begins
February
07 ........ Open House/Registration
08 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
10 ........ A Taste of Jazz
16-17 ... ATA Teachers Convention (No School)
20 ........ Family Day (No School)
21 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
24 ........ Grade 12 Retreat (mandatory)
March
01 ........ Ash Wednesday
01 ........ School Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
08 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
13-17 ... Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (classes as usual)
21 ........ Lenten Mass, 9:15 a.m., Gymnasium
21 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 PM
17 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
24 ........ Spring Break Begins (Full Day of Classes)
25-April 2 Spring Break
April
03 ........ School Re-opens
12 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
05-13 ... April Diploma Exams
14 ........ Good Friday (no classes)
16 ........ Easter Sunday
17 ........ Easter Monday (no classes)
18 ........ School Re-opens
18 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
21 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
May
03 ........ School Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
05 ........ Dive, Dash, n’ Durance Triathlon
10 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
16 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.,
19 ........ Professional Development Day (No School)
22 ........ Victoria Day (No School)
26 ........ Graduation Banquet and Dance
18
June
02 ........ Written Cut-off English and Social (30-1/30-2)
06 ........ Year End Prayer Service, 9:05 AM (PA System)
09 ........ Cut-off for ALL Diploma and Non-Diploma Courses and Religious Education 35
14 ........ Athletic Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
15-29 ... June Diploma Exams
20 ........ Music Society Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
29 ....... Last Day (Full Day of Classes)
30 ........ Teacher Organization – AM (No School)
TBD .... Graduation Mass, 9:30 a.m.
TBD .... Graduation Convocation Exercises, 1:30 p.m.
Week A / Week B Schedule
Week A Week B
August 29 – September 02 September 05-09
September 12-16 September 19-23
September 26-30 October 03-07
October 10-14 October 17-21
October 24-28 October 31 – November 4
November 07-11 November 14-18
November 21-25 November 28 – December 02
December 05-09 December 12-16
December 19-23 January 09-13
January 16-20 January 30 – February 03
February 06-10 February 13-17
February 20-24 February 27 – March 03
March 06-10 March 13-17
March 20-24 April 03-07
April 10-14 April 17-21
April 24-28 May 01-05
May 08-12 May 15-19
May 22-26 May 29 – June 02
June 05-09
19
Academics
Understanding the System
Learning Guides & Seminars
Each course is made up of learning guides that lay out the expectations and procedures to
complete one or more units of work. The number of units is clearly labelled on each
guide.
A learning guide may stand alone, or as in most cases, is designed to interplay with
seminars, textual resources, and/or electronic resources.
Teachers are available to help students make their way through learning guides
individually or in group seminars.
Multiple seminars will be offered. Teacher(s) will offer options in resolving seminar
schedule conflicts.
Students should become familiar with an entire learning guide before proceeding to work
on it. They should understand what work in the guide is suggested for their own studying
purposes or practice, what work will be taken in for marking, and what culminating
activity (such as a test or major assignment) is expected. Students should have a good
idea of how the learning guide fits in with the rest of the course in terms of weighting and
should know whether there are seminars which support the guide and whether these are
mandatory or optional. If there are seminars, students should be well aware of when they
are offered and when students can register for them.
If in doubt about the contents of a learning guide or the expectations, students should
contact the teacher for further clarification.
Green Slips
Name of Slip Colour Content / Purpose Green Slip Green Used to track completion of components of
Learning Guides
Provides information re: mark achieved and unit
worth of a particular learning guide.
Greenslip information is recorded on the progress
report.
Students are encouraged to keep their greenslips
and confirm their marks on BRIGHTSPACE.
Parents are encouraged to track the greenslips on
the progress reports you receive from the TA
Starting a Course
Continuous progress allow students to begin a course at any point in the year. Students
do not have to worry about getting into a class.
Students can start the course when ready and make this decision in consultation with
parents and TA.
20
Course Outlines
Course outlines provide important information about the content of a course, how it is
organized, and about the course’s assessment particulars.
They will usually provide details about how the units of work are broken down into
learning guides and they may provide information about how seminars are integrated into
the course.
Course outlines are key tools in planning and tracking your progress.
Tracking sheets which provide suggested timelines are available for every course.
Course outlines and tracking sheets are available on the BRIGHTSPACE platform.
Continuous Progress
Students set their own individual pace for learning which allows for continuous progress.
This means they are not wasting time waiting for other classmates to catch up, or writing
tests before they have mastered a concept because they are trying to keep up with the
teacher’s pace.
Continuous progress also allows your child to begin and finish courses at any time during
the school year. At our school, we recognize that no two students will take the same
amount of time to complete their course objectives. We remove time restraints and
instead put the student in control of their education. As well, a student’s learning does
not suffer due to extended absences or illness; they simply continue their lessons where
they left off.
This approach provides the opportunity for students to take the time they need to master
course objectives. Through continuous progress, students get a true sense of their own
strengths and weaknesses and are given the power to tailor their learning programs with
these in mind.
Course Work Cut-Offs
Diploma cut-off is set for students to have all of their course work done in their diploma
exam courses. This allows teachers time to mark their work and submit marks to Alberta
Education to allow students to write their diploma exams. This is important for students
planning to write diploma exams.
Cut-off in June is set for students to have all their course work done in all subject areas.
This allows teachers time to mark their work and submit marks to Alberta Education for
the end of the year. Any work completed after this date is to be handed-in in September.
Deadlines related to course completions are to be adhered to by all students.
Course Completion Expectations
For all students in grade 10 in the 2016/17 school year, it is the expectation that a course
will be completed within one school year (10 school months). Any extenuating
circumstances can be discussed with the student’s Teacher Advisor.
21
Progress Report
Bishop Carroll’s self-directed planning, and unit/course completion consists of two
unique tools.
Our Progress Report is updated daily and summarizes a student’s individual progress
through his/her self-directed program. It is sent home electronically at least 10 times a
year which allows for consistent and collaborative communication between parents,
students and teacher advisors regarding a student’s individual goals, expectations and
achievement.
Our Course Completion summarizes each student’s personalized academic goals, which
are established in consultation with their Teacher Advisor, and his/her progress in
completing the requirements to graduate from Bishop Carroll High School with an
Alberta High School Diploma while planning for future educational endeavors.
myPass
myPass is an Alberta Education secure self-service website for high school students to:
View and print diploma exam results statements
Order transcripts
And more
Visit https://public.education.alberta.ca/PASI/myPass to request access.
22
Minimum "Core" Program
The following is a list of courses which must be completed each school year.
Grade 10
Course Credits Units
Math 5 30
English 5 30
Social Studies 5 30
Science 5 30
HFR 3 15
Religious Education 3 15
Self-Directed Learning 3 15
Other * 9 – 12 45 - 60
Suggested Gr. 10 Total 38 – 41 210 - 225
Grade 11
Course Credits Units
Math 5 30
English 5 30
Social Studies 5 30
Science 5 30
Religious Education 3 15
CALM 3 15
Other * 10 – 12 60
Suggested Gr. 11 Total 36 – 38 210
Grade 12
Course Credits Units
English 5 30
Social Studies 5 30
Religious Education 3 15
Other * 20 – 24 120
Suggested Gr. 12 Total 33 – 37 195
Unit Production Guidelines Although the academic program at Bishop Carroll is completely individualized and there is a
great amount of flexibility in the scheduling and use of time, minimum expectations for unit
production is recommended for each student. This should be discussed with your Teacher
Advisor and your parents.
Homework Homework is any task assigned by teachers that students complete during non-school
hours. The Calgary Catholic School District recognizes well-planned homework in
Grades 3-12 can be a meaningful part of a student’s learning. Time spent on homework
may vary from one student to the next. Parents who have concerns with homework
expectations should contact their child’s TA or the school principal to discuss the
situation and the options available. You can find more information about the District’s
homework regulation at www.cssd.ab.ca/files/regulations/IKB.pdf
23
Brightspace Brightspace is a web based course management system that is available to students and
parents 24/7. Bishop Carroll utilizes Brightspace to deliver important information and
educational course content for all courses taught at the school. The website at
https://dl.cssd.ab.ca/ is a secure and monitored environment in which teachers are able to
present course outlines and extensive learning materials such as learning guides for
students to use in their self-directed learning. Students self-enroll in courses in
consultation with parents and Teacher Advisors. The Grades section of each course gives
course completion progress as well as marks for completed assignments. Information in
the Grades is the official record of marks. In addition, students are able to submit
assignments via a drop box if enabled in the course. Students each receive a unique
username and password; parents are encouraged to use their child’s username and
password to stay informed and monitor academic progress.
Self-Directed Learning Self-Directed Learning 15 is a 3 credit course offered at Bishop Carroll High School to
support students who are new to the self-directed learning environment. The goals of the
course are to help students grow as self-directed learners and to assist students in
attaining their academic goals. The course is designed on a self-study model of
independent learning guides and incorporates individual work, seminars and large group
presentations. Topics addressed include self-awareness as a learner, time-management,
note taking, critical reading, motivation and procrastination, exam preparation, exam
writing and exam anxiety. Participation in this course is strongly recommended for all
students as they transition to our learning environment.
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Bishop Carroll invites students to use computer technology to support their learning in
our self-directed school. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own device (BYOD)
to Bishop Carroll High School. Students may use their own laptops to complete written
response tests using Quest A Plus. Quest A Plus is an online word processing program
that is also used for the English and Social Diploma exams. Students use their laptops to
plan their daily schedule in Google Apps Calendar, communicate with other students and
staff using Google e-mail, practice music in SmartMusic, access course materials through
BRIGHTSPACE (a learning management system), listen to audio clips and watch
relevant videos. Students will also create presentations, documents, videos and other
projects using social media resources. If you are bringing in your own device, consider
affordability, wireless capability, durability (students are hard on computers) and
portability. Popular software choices include the educational version of Microsoft Office,
Openoffice (downloaded for free from Openoffice.org) or iWorks if you own an Apple
Mac. You must have anti-virus software on your PC.
All students must abide by the District Acceptable Use policy and be a responsible digital
citizen. Working together, families and Bishop Carroll staff can help ensure that the
Internet is used appropriately as a valuable educational tool. For Internet safety tips and
information pertaining to safe and responsible online practices visit
http://bit.ly/cssdinternetsafety
24
Academic Honesty and Integrity Agreement
The aim of Bishop Carroll High School is to develop an environment in which each
student has the opportunity to achieve academic excellence. An essential element in a
climate of learning is intellectual honesty. No student should receive an unfair advantage
because of dishonesty in completing assignments or taking tests or examinations. With
that pursuit in mind, the first rule of the school is that cheating in any form will not be
tolerated.
Plagiarism
Our School District’s current faith theme comes from the book of Micah, and is a simple
formula for doing God’s will, “…to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly
with your God,” (6:8). Part of “doing justice” is to always do the right thing. Having
academic integrity and acting in an honest manner is the right thing, is important, and is
taken seriously by secondary schools, Alberta Education, and post-secondary
institutions. In essence, academic integrity is honesty; copying and/or borrowing parts of
another person’s work without crediting the author is plagiarism. Likewise, providing
one’s work to another student that is submitted for assessment is also considered
plagiarism and both parties are subject to discipline. Failing to credit the source of a
quotation, copying ideas from others and claiming the idea as your own, whether you
change the wording or not, and turning in someone else’s work as your own are all
examples of plagiarism.
If you are working on a course with another student you may help each other to
understand the concepts, but when you are submitting your Learning Guide/project they
must be completed in your own words. Handing in the exact same answers is plagiarism.
Why is Plagiarism Not Acceptable?
You are taking credit for work or ideas that are not your own.
It is dishonest and reflects poorly on your character.
It does not reflect whether or not you understand the learning outcomes.
You are not learning the skills you need to succeed in life.
Plagiarism may have serious consequences for a student’s academic
standing and reputation.
Here at Bishop Carroll, work deemed plagiarized through the evaluation of a
teacher may receive a mark of zero. Further disciplinary measures are possible, at
the discretion of administration and in consultation with the course teacher.
Proper formats for citing sources are available in the writer’s handbook available at our
school. In addition, examples of proper formats for citations may be viewed online:
http://www.plagiarism.org/plag_article_educational_tips_on_plagiarism_prevention.html
http://www.plagiarism.org/plag_article_plagiarism_faq.html
http://www.plagiarism.org/plag_article_how_do_i_cite_sources.html
www.creativecommons.org
If you are not sure if what you are doing is plagiarism please contact your teacher
advisor with any questions regarding this policy.
25
Plagiarism is deliberate dishonesty and includes, but is not limited to, the following
forms:
Exams and Tests Impersonating a candidate in an exam or test.
Copying from another student, or making information available to another student
knowing that this is to be submitted as the borrower's own work.
Giving students information about the content of a test they have not yet written
knowing they will use it to their advantage.
Taking unauthorized materials into an exam or test.
Use of Unauthorized Material
Submission of an assignment or essay written by someone else.
Submission of excerpts, ranging from a single sentence to lengthy passages,
quoted from internet sources.
Laboratories
Copying a laboratory report or allowing someone else to copy one’s report.
Using another student's data unless specifically allowed by the teacher.
Allowing someone else to do the laboratory work.
Faking laboratory data
Essays and Assignments
Submitting an essay written in whole or in part by someone else as one’s own
work.
Preparing an essay or assignment for submission by another student.
Copying an essay or assignment or allowing one’s essay or assignment to be
copied by someone else.
Using direct quotations or large sections of paraphrased material without
acknowledgement.
Buying and/or selling of essays or assignments.
Individual teachers or departments will point out areas of specific concern not
covered above. Students should be encouraged to consult teachers in case of doubt.
Plagiarism should be distinguished from co-operation and collaboration. Often,
students are permitted or expected to work on assignments collectively, and to
present their results either collectively or individually. This is not a problem so
long as it is clearly understood whose work is being presented, for example, by way
of formal acknowledgment.
Teachers should inform students as to what constitutes acceptable workmanship,
proper form citation and use of sources.
All students will sign an Academic Honesty and Integrity Agreement.
Procedures Students shall not be penalized for suspected plagiarism. It is the responsibility of the
teacher(s) to demonstrate the accuracy of the charge.
26
Penalties The penalty for plagiarism or cheating on a test, exam, final exam or other assignment
may be a reduction of the grade on the assignment, test or examination; reduction of the
final grade; failure of the course; or, such penalty as the teacher and administration may
reasonably deem appropriate. In some circumstances plagiarism could result in a formal
school suspension. A student who allows work to be copied will be subject to the
same penalties. The penalty for second offences shall be more severe.
Bishop Carroll Diploma Requirements
To participate in the Bishop Carroll graduation ceremonies and to receive a Bishop
Carroll Diploma, a student must meet the Alberta High School Diploma requirements and
have 3 credits of Religious Education for each year of attendance at Bishop Carroll
High School. These are necessary requirements to participate in our graduation exercises.
Students are expected to complete their high school program in three years.
The Alberta High School Diploma To earn an Alberta High School Diploma, a student must earn a minimum of 100
credits completing and meet the standards of the following courses:
o 30 Level English o 3 (minimum) credits in HFR 10
o 30 Level Social Studies o 3 credits in CALM
o 10 credits in Math o 10 additional 30 level credits
o 10 credits in Science o 10 additional credits in CTS,
Fine Arts, Second Language
and/or HFR 20/30
o 100 credit total*
Note: only 15 Work Study credits
may be used in the 100 required
credits.
NOTE: Students enrolled at Bishop Carroll are expected to take 9 credits in Religious
Education (or 3 credits for each year or partial year attended), in order to participate in
graduation ceremonies a student must specifically complete Religious Education 35.
Students can earn credit for Religions of World 35 but that does not meet the
aforementioned graduation criteria.
For official detailed Alberta High School Diploma requirements including Francophone
requirements please refer to the Guide to Education:
http://education.alberta.ca/admin/resources/guidetoed.aspx
2016-2017 Diploma Exam Schedule The official Alberta Education Diploma Exam Schedule is updated annually in August of
each year. It can be found at Alberta Education’s website.
http://education.alberta.ca/admin/testing/diplomaexams/diplomabulletin.aspx
Diploma Exams are also offered in November, January, April, June and August.
27
Alexander Rutherford Scholarships
The Alexander Rutherford Scholarships are sponsored by the Alberta
Scholarship Programs. Their purpose is to recognize and reward academic achievement at
the senior high school level and to encourage students to pursue post-secondary studies.
Eligible students can earn up to $2,500. Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or
Permanent Resident and an Alberta resident; and plan to enroll or be enrolled full-time in
a post-secondary program or apprenticeship program. A student must have a minimum
combined average based on five designated courses in at least one grade: Grade 10, 11 or
12. The minimum average, value of the award, and courses that can be used depend on
the year the student graduated. For more information, visit their website.
http://alis.alberta.ca/et/fo/scholarships/info.html?EK=11
Student Standards & Behaviours
I.D. Cards Bishop Carroll is an open school with lots of activity during the day. To help ensure the
security of the community, students must wear Bishop Carroll photo ID cards on school
issued lanyards at all times. These must be worn around the neck. Without their ID card
being visibly displayed, students will not have access to the testing centre, subject area
resources and seminars.
In the event of a lost ID card, the student has a week in which to locate it. During this
time he/she makes work arrangements with his/her T-A. If the ID card is not located, the
student must purchase a new one from the main office before the week expires.
All students must wear a lanyard with photo ID. Each year, a particular colour designates
which students leave early for activities outside of school (i.e. music lessons, work
experience, Academy learning at CCSD schools, etc.)
Visitors and Trespassing All visitors must register at the Main Office upon arrival. Approved visitors are to wear
visitor I.D. tags, available from the Main Office. Unauthorized visitors, including
students not registered at Bishop Carroll High School, will be asked to leave immediately
and could be charged with trespassing. Bishop Carroll students who choose to enter
other schools without permission during school hours may be charged with trespassing by
the school they are visiting.
Laser Pointers Laser pointers are not permitted at school as they may cause serious damage when
pointed in the direction of someone's eyes. Students using pointers will have them
confiscated and may face suspension.
Cell Phones Cell phones must be used in a discrete and respectful manner. Students may make voice
calls in the main foyer and on level four directly in front of the Carroll Shoppe. Students
may not use cell phones or digital devices during presentations or seminars. Cell phones
are not permitted in the testing centre.
28
Personal Music Devices Personal music devices are to be used with headphones in designated areas only. These
items should not be left unattended as the school is not responsible for lost or stolen
items. As a courtesy to all students and staff earphones should not be in ears when
seeking assistance or when transitioning in the hallways.
Skateboards/Hoverboards/Rollerblades Skateboarding is not allowed on school property. Boards must be stored in lockers.
Smoking The possession or the use of tobacco products is prohibited for all students on campus
and prohibited by Alberta law for all individuals under the age of 18. Students who fail
to comply will face disciplinary action.
Substance Abuse Possession, use, or trafficking in alcohol, illegal drugs or any other abusive substances
will not be tolerated at school or any school sponsored activity. The use of alcohol by
minors and the use of illegal drugs are against the law. As a result the appropriate law
enforcement officers may be involved and charges laid. Such infractions will result in
immediate suspension and possible expulsion.
Behavior Code The display of courtesy and good manners reflects an attitude of respect for self and
others. Students are encouraged to pursue their own personal goals as long as they do not
disrupt the learning or work of others.
All faculty, support staff and students are expected to show the utmost tolerance and
understanding when dealing with others. The policy of the Calgary Catholic Schools
states that, "Any form of personal harassment which is intended to or does diminish the
personal dignity and self-worth of any individual is prohibited."
Harassment is any behavior, verbal or non-verbal, that causes another person to feel
intimidated, offended, embarrassed or humiliated. Harassment denies the dignity and
respect of individuals. It hampers efforts to create a caring, Christian community and
interferes with a student's right to feel safe and secure within the school environment.
Each report of harassment will be investigated by administration and will be considered
on an individual basis with consequences varying from in-school suspensions to
expulsion.
It is expected that all students will:
Attend school regularly, be punctual and attend to their learning.
Conform to the rules of the school.
Attend scheduled Teacher Advisor appointments.
Be accountable to the administration, teachers and support staff for their conduct in
the school, on the school premises during school hours and after school hours at
school authorized activities and when wearing school apparel.
Cooperate with the caretaking and cafeteria staff regarding the maintenance of the
building and the appearance of the cafeteria and school premises.
Respect the property of the school and report signs of property damage which result
from carelessness or malicious intent. Damage will be paid for by the individual or
group responsible.
29
The following will not be tolerated:
Gangs, gang activity
Incidents involving harassment, hazing or intimidation
Verbal or physical acts of violence
Possession and/or use of any instrument (weapons) potentially used to inflict harm
Air Rifles/Guns The district prohibits students from possessing weapons or engaging in violent or
threatening acts on school property, and at school sponsored functions and activities.
"Weapon" means any object, device, or instrument designed or through its use is capable
of threatening or producing bodily harm to oneself or others. By this definition, air
rifles/guns are therefore considered weapons. As it is challenging to visually identify
these weapons as air rifles/guns, school staff, Calgary Police Services and the RCMP will
likely respond in the same manner as they would an actual rifle/gun. For the safety of all
students, staff and visitors in the school, these items are not allowed on school property
or at school-related activities under any circumstance.
Dress Code Students must wear clothing that is appropriate for educational activities in which they
will participate and that will not cause a disruption to the educational process.
Specifically:
Footwear must be worn at all times indoors
Clothes must be clean and in good repair
Outerwear (i.e. coats, jackets, etc.) sunglasses, hats or headgear may not be worn
indoors
Clothes must not display slogans or advertising which is controversial, obscene,
offensive and/or depicting drugs or alcohol
Gang related clothing or accessories including but not limited to bandanas, or other
symbols, emblems or insignias, may not be worn.
Any clothing, jewelry or accessories, which create a safety or health concern, or,
cause or threaten to cause disruption to the educational process, are prohibited
Shorts and skirts must be hemmed, in good repair, and of appropriate length (reach at
least to the end of the finger tips when arms are at side).
The following clothing is prohibited:
Tank tops, muscle shirts, fish-net tops that reveal bare backs, bare shoulders, bare
midriffs and /or plunging necklines
Sheer clothing
Clothing that does not fully cover undergarments, including open back shirts.
Students who do not adhere to the above dress code will be asked to change into
acceptable apparel.
Student Facilities and Services
Lost and Found Found articles will be stored in the caretaking and main offices.
30
Student Photographs Student pictures will be taken on September 1, 2 and 6. All students are expected to have
their pictures taken for the yearbook and student ID tags. Student ID tags are used as
resource passes and testing cards. Grade 12 graduation pictures are taken later in the
year.
Parking Students and parents are reminded that our parking lot has 210 spaces for student
parking. We will be accepting applications for parking passes in the first three days of
school. A limited number will be sold, one pass per family only. The cost of a parking
pass will be $60.00 for the year. To be eligible to purchase an annual pass the following
documentation must be provided:
You must be a registered student of Bishop Carroll; ID tag required
A copy of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
A copy of the vehicle registration of the car(s) which will display the
pass (a maximum of 2 vehicles may be listed on the application.
Once applications are received the following will be taken into account to determine
which students receive a parking pass:
Distance a student needs to travel to get to Bishop Carroll
Special circumstances or commitments a student may have
For students who may need to drive only occasionally, we will have a small number of
daily parking passes available for purchase. These passes will be available through our
business window and must be purchased in advance. The cost will be $2.00/day.
In order to provide security for student and staff vehicles, and student supervision,
students are to be in the parking lot only if they are coming or leaving the school grounds.
The parking lot is not to be used as a lunch area, a meeting area, or a place to study. Be
respectful of caretaking staff and your school by putting litter in the cans provided.
Lockers Students will be assigned a locker. No change of locks or lockers is allowed without
TA permission. Only school-issued locks are to be used on any locker. Lock
combinations should be kept confidential if the locker is to be a secure place for student
property.
Student Agenda The main use of a student agenda is to assist students with their planning skills. Students
soon find that some kind of a planner is required to help organize their schedule, and to
discuss this with their Teacher Advisor at their weekly TA appointments. Students may
choose to use an electronic agenda on their laptop, cell phone or other personally owned
device.
Student Accident Insurance Insurance coverage is mandatory for all students participating in competitive sports. It is
highly recommended for potential accident risk situations such as field trips, intramural
sports and other educational activities. Forms for the School Board plan are available
from the main office and the TA. It is advisable to obtain coverage at the beginning of the
year.
31
Student Fees Fees may be paid on-line anytime at: www.cssd.ab.ca/Parents/Fees/Pages
They may include resources, materials and services for all students such as:
Locks, Student ID, Postage, Newsletters
Awards, Activities, Presentations, Celebrations
Student Council, Materials, Resources, etc.
Refunds are prorated based on the month of withdrawal.
Fees are established by School or School Council.
Costs vary depending on program selection.
Student Services The Student Services Department at Bishop Carroll is staffed with individuals who are
certificated teachers and have completed or are completing graduate training in
Counselling Psychology.
Chaplain The school Chaplain is available to assist with students' spiritual and moral development.
Please feel free to drop into the Chaplain's office in Bay 5.
Chapel One way to grow in our faith is to pray. In our world of distraction, the chapel is a haven
of silence and peace. The chapel is located on level three.
Business Office The Business Office is responsible for the efficient economic operation and
management of the school's business affairs. It oversees the collection of monies and
issuing of receipts for special activities.
Caretaker While our head caretaker and caretaking staff are formally responsible for the daily
maintenance of the building and its adjacent grounds, we all work together to keep our
surroundings neat, tidy and visually pleasing. Please be respectful in this regard.
Caretakers will sort recyclable material.
Library The library is located on level three. It houses a small core collection of books,
magazines and videos/DVDs. Staff in the library assist staff and students with research
using in-house materials, the Internet and computerized library catalogues.
Cafeteria Hot lunches are available from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. daily and students may eat
their lunch at this time. Students are expected to eat in the cafeteria and are expected to
clear off their food and beverage remnants as they leave the cafeteria. If drinks or food
are spilled, students clean up with the assistance of caretaking staff.
Bus Pass Calgary Transit Youth passes are not sold at Bishop Carroll High School. Monthly passes
are available to purchase, at the regular student rate, from retail outlets throughout the
city.
32
In order to receive a partial rebate of the cost of the pass, parents must complete and
submit a Calgary Transit Pass Rebate Form available from the school or school website.
Transit pass rebate forms are to be renewed for each school year. Students who qualify
for the subsidy will bring their monthly youth Calgary Transit pass and their student ID
to the Cash Cage to have them scanned each month. This will generate a payment of the
rebate amount directly to the bank account defined by the parents/guardians on the
Calgary Transit Pass Rebate form.
Student Activities and Athletics
Activities and Clubs A high school program is not complete without extra-curricular involvement. We are
proud of the programs offered at Bishop Carroll as we feel they provide students with
experience in a wide variety of interest areas. Here is a listing of some of the offerings:
Anime Club Newspaper Club
Bands Spectrum Club
Debate Student Council
Drama Productions Student Teacher Advisory Council
Eco Council Swim Team
Grad Committee Synchrotron
Improv Club Work Experience
Student Groups & Human Sexuality Topics
Our school has established a student group, which engages in discussion and activities
related to diversity and justice issues, including support for students belonging to sexual
minorities. In particular, within our Religious Education and Family Life Catholic
Community of Caring program, students may provide leadership and receive support to
continue to build inclusive communities, aligned with our Catholic social teachings. If
you wish further information, please contact the principal.
Athletic Eligibility Bishop Carroll High School belongs to the Calgary Senior High School Athletic
Association; therefore students must abide by the CSHSAA eligibility guidelines.
Grade 10 Students: Must be working toward a full course of studies (minimum of
25 credits), and must have completed 15 credits or 90 units in the first semester.
Grade 11 Students: Must have attained a minimum of 25 credits or 150 units by
September 1st of the current school year and must have completed 15 credits or 90
units in the previous semester.
Grade 12 Students: Must have attained a minimum of 50 credits or 300 units by
September 1st of the current school year and must have completed 15 credits or 90
units in the previous semester.
Three years: A student shall be eligible for three (3) consecutive years,
commencing on the date of initial registration in grade 10.
All students in grade 11 and 12 who transfer into Bishop Carroll must have a
transfer form filled out and approved by both principals involved. The form is
available from the Athletic Director.
33
2016 – 2017 Cardinals Athletics Calendar
Sport Group Season
Cross Country Co-ed Sep. – Oct.
Soccer Girls Sep. – Oct.
Football Co-ed Sep. – Nov.
Volleyball Boys & Girls Sep. – Nov.
Swimming Boys & Girls Oct. – Dec.
Basketball Boys & Girls Nov. – Mar.
Wrestling Co-ed Nov. – Mar.
Badminton Co-ed Apr. - May
Soccer Boys Apr. - May
Rugby Boys & Girls Apr. - May
Field Hockey Girls Apr. – May
Track & Field Co-ed Apr. - May