Each month we will focus on one of the OCGE. Students will learn more about each expectation through daily reflection, and action. This mindful focus will call on each member of the St. Joseph community to be a living disciple of Jesus Christ. We can make the world a better place for all through our actions and our words when we focus on our Catholic Graduate Expectations.
September:
I AM A TEAM PLAYER!
- I co-operate with others in all that I do
- I value everyone’s work
- I respect and listen to others
- I think of others before myself
- I follow rules of fair play
- I work hard in school so that I can build my community and make it a better place
Because I am a team player, I know that ‘Together is Better’, and we will live our lives like Jesus.
October:
I AM A RESPONSIBLE CITIZEN!
- I am fair
- I am a peace-maker
- I am forgiving
- I follow rules and do my share
- I help the poor and care for people in need
- I stand up for what is right
- I know that all life is precious
- I respect and protect the world and all that is in it
Because I accept my responsibilities, I can make a difference, and will live my life like Jesus.
November:
I HAVE A VOICE!
- I speak, write and listen as Jesus would want me to
- I care about others and speak up for them
- I am honest
- I think carefully before I react or speak
- I respect all people and their languages
- I listen to the Word of God
Because I have a voice, I will use it lovingly, and I will live my life like Jesus.
December:
I AM A BELIEVER!
- I believe that God is an awesome God
- I believe and have faith in God
- I believe that God is with us always
- I believe that we can talk to God anytime and anywhere, through prayer
- I believe in the stories of the Bible
- I believe in the stories of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection
- I believe in the Church community, celebrating Mass, and the seven Sacraments
- I believe in forgiveness
Because I am a believer, I will live my life like Jesus.
January:
I HAVE IDEAS!
- I have thoughts and opinions that matter
- I make good choices
- I have hope for the future
- I solve problems with knowledge, understanding and prayer
- I know we are all equal and special
Because I have ideas, I have a purpose, and I will live my life like Jesus.
February:
I HAVE A VOICE!
- I speak, write and listen as Jesus would want me to
- I care about others and speak up for them
- I am honest
- I think carefully before I react or speak
- I respect all people and their languages
- I listen to the Word of God
Because I have a voice, I will use it lovingly, and I will live my life like Jesus.
March:
I AM A TEAM PLAYER!
- I co-operate with others in all that I do
- I value everyone’s work
- I respect and listen to others
- I think of others before myself
- I follow rules of fair play
- I work hard in school so that I can build my community and make it a better place
Because I am a team player, I know that ‘Together is Better’, and we will live our lives like Jesus.
April:
I AM A BELIEVER!
- I believe that God is an awesome God
- I believe and have faith in God
- I believe that God is with us always
- I believe that we can talk to God anytime and anywhere, through prayer
- I believe in the stories of the Bible
- I believe in the stories of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection
- I believe in the Church community, celebrating Mass, and the seven Sacraments
- I believe in forgiveness
Because I am a believer, I will live my life like Jesus.
May:
I AM A CARING FAMILY MEMBER!
- I love God, myself and my family
- I care about and respect my ‘family’ at school, at Church, in the community, and the world
- I care about and respect God’s creation and everything in it
Because I care, I pray for all my families, and I will live my life like Jesus.
June:
I AM A LEARNER FOR LIFE!
- I use my gifts and talents given to me by God
- I always do my best
- I build on my strengths and weaknesses
- I set goals
- I accept change
- I am proud of the good things I do
- I am thankful for the gifts of others
Because I am a learner for life, I can reach for my dreams, by living my life like Jesus.
Institute for Catholic Education
Elementary wording for Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations