Have a great summer. 

See you on Tuesday, September 7, 2010

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Opened in 1963, Pope John XXIII School is located in Nepean. Our school motto is "A School to Believe In." Our community is a wonderful mix of families from all walks of lives and nationalities. Pope John XXIII School is proud of the active role of its parents and volunteers and the positive effect this has on the lives of the students. 

The Board is pleased to announce the launch of our new Spiritual Theme for the 2009-2010 school year -- We Care for God's Creation.

Keeping with the Gospel value of Stewardship of Creation, the new theme includes the elements of sacredness of creation, the value of human life, wellness, care for the environment, and global awareness.
This theme also forms a bridge to last year’s theme - Who is My Neighbour? Stewardship for Creation will have a Justice dimension. Jesus calls us to open our lives to all who need our love and care across the globe. For instance, most affected by global warming will be the people of Africa and low-lying parts of Asia like Bangladesh.

During the course of the 2009-2010 school year, we look forward to our students and staff actively engaging in activities to demonstrate care for Creation including the environment, the welfare of others, and personal wellness.

E-mail us at WeCare@ottawacatholicschools.ca to tell us what your school community is doing to Care for God’s Creation, and you just might be featured on our website!

This year, students will be recognized for displaying Caholic Graduate Expectations

A Catholic Graduate

The virtue that we will be recognizing during the month of June is Excellence

What does STEWARDSHIP FOR CREATION look like in a person?

Recognizes the sacredness of creation

Looks after the earth, not takes advantage of it

 Does not waste the earth’s resources, such as water

Cares for their environment, indoors and outdoors

Conserves energy by turning off the lights

Is forgiving

Ways to Show Faith Calendar

Is welcoming and attentive

Ways to Show Respect for Human Dignity

Demonstrates peace, good relationships, solidarity

Ways to Show Love Calendar

The glass is always half full

Ways to Show Hope Calendar

What does JUSTICE look like in a person?

Treats others fairly

Stands up when someone is treated unfairlyIs not prejudiced, speaks and associates with anyoneIs not afraid to stick up for someone being treated unfairly, even if it means getting harmed

Will tell even friends when they are unjust

Does not cheat

Does not steal

Respects the dignity of all persons

Gets informed about social justice issues

Ways to Show Justice Calendar

What does COMMUNITY look like in a person?

Is welcoming and inclusiveIs involved in resolving conflictIs a peace-maker

Recognizes they are a global citizen

Willingness to cooperate… unity in diversity

Celebrates success

Genuine love for all

Ways to Show Community Calendar

Last Updated: 2010-06-24
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