Academics & Support
Preparing for Next Year
Select courses for next year at myblueprint.ca/ocsb
High School Programs
OCSB high schools offer a variety of programs to suit a wide array of student learning styles and interests.
High School SHSM Programs
Our school is proud to host SHSM programs in 3 different economic sectors: Business, Health & Wellness, and Transportation. Students also have the opportunity to participate in SHSM programs hosted at other OCSB schools. See your Guidance Counsellor for details.
Programs for high performance athletes & artists
If your child is a high performing athlete or artist at the provincial, national, or international level, we understand they need the flexibility to train while continuing with their academic studies. Contact your guidance counsellor to discuss accommodations for your child.
Student Services
Guidance Counsellors
Mr. Chris Fauteux Gr. 9 - 12, A - K (Department Head)
Mrs. Elisa Toreja Gr. 9 - 12, L - Z
Mrs. Becky Webb Gr. 7-8
Guidance Counsellors are available to answer questions related to timetables, career planning, personal and social issues, special educational needs, and to suggest possible referrals to appropriate school personnel and outside agencies.
Please come and see us in person in the guidance office or schedule an appointment with Student Services using mystudentinfo.ca
Financial support for hard-working high school students in difficult financial circumstances. Please speak with your guidance counselor to indicate you or someone you know may be a good candidate for this program.
Transcripts can be requested by email at mth.guidance@ocsb.ca
Student Services Department 7-12
Office Administrator:
Mrs. Kathy Clark
Guidance Counsellors:
Mr. Chris Fauteux Gr. 9 - 12, A - K (Department Head)
Mrs. Elisa Toreja Gr. 9 - 12, L - Z
Mrs. Becky Webb Gr. 7 &8
Chaplaincy Leader
Mr. James DeGurse
Student Success Teacher:
Mrs. Chantal Tadiello
Co-operative Education Teachers:
Mr. Mark Sutton & Mr. Paul Caraccio
Inclusion Coordinator:
Mrs. Marina Reklitis
Resource Teachers (Grades 7 & 8):
Mrs. Eleanor McCormick-Dawson
Mr. Jamie Mayo
Resource Teachers (Grades 9-12):
Mrs. Victoria Dagher
Ms. Taren Kidd
Achievement Center Teachers:
Mr. Franco Farinaccio
Mrs. Chantal Tadiello
D.E. Teacher:
Ms. Treena Skory
Career Studies Teacher:
Mr. Gerry Catry
Life Skills (Gr 7 & 8)
Mr. Glenn Greene
Resources
OCSB How To Videos: To help navigate student technology tools
Homework Help - Mathify - Math Help for Grades 7-10
Learn 360 (For access, see the school librarian)
Math Tutoring
Student Services has the names of some available math tutors for those students who are looking for extra support.
Academic Awards
Grade 7-8: In June we celebrate Intermediate Academic Awards and Honour Roll. Parents of award winners are invited to attend. Awards include Director of Education Award, Highest Academic Standing, Homeroom Awards and Sport Team Awards included Athletes of the Year (Male and Female).
Grade 8 School Letter Criteria
Gr 9-11: Academic Awards are celebrated in October of each year. Students have the opportunity to receive Honour Roll, Subject Awards and Highest Average honours. Parents of winners are invited to attend.
*Please note due to pandemic restrictions, awards celebrations will be virtual.
For Graduation Awards, please see the link under Graduation Information for more details.
Bullying Prevention Resources
St Matthew is committed to being a Safe, Accepting and Inclusive School. Our community is committed to addressing bullying and conflict within our student body. If you suspect your child is a victim of bullying, or if your child discloses bullying behavior directed towards them or a peer please contact student services and/or your child's vice principal.
