Bear Creek Secondary School

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Bear Creek Secondary School
Address
100 Red Oak Drive Barrie, Ontario, L4N 9M5, Canada
Website
http://bcss.scdsb.on.ca/
Information
School number	894060
School board	Simcoe County District School Board
Principal	Randy Bauer
Funding type	Public
Grades	9-12
Team name	Bear Creek Kodiaks
Colours	Red, Blue, Green and White
Founded	2001
Enrollment	>2000 (2006-2007)

Bear Creek Secondary School (known as BCSS) is a public secondary school (grades 9-12) located in Barrie, Ontario, Canada. It was founded in 2001, and currently has an enrolment of more than 2000 students. The administrative staff includes R. Bauer (principal), G. Hunter (vice-principal), L. Kelman (vice-principal) and M. Ridout-Craig (vice-principal). Academics, leadership skills, character development and athletics are central to the philosophy of Bear Creek.

Contents 1 Credo 2 Academics 2.1 Cooperative Education 3 "Commit to Character" Campaign 4 Extra-Curricular Events and Clubs 4.1 Club Listing 4.1.1 Students’ Council 4.1.1.1 Events 2006-2007 4.2 Athletics 4.2.1 Cheerleading 5 Trips 5.1 U.K. Rugby Tour 5.2 Costa Rica March Break 2007 6 In the News 7 Notable Faculty 8 References 9 External links

[edit] Credo

"At Bear Creek, we believe that our school must serve and respect students, staff, parents and community, who are all integral elements of the culture of the school.

"Pride and progress, in individuals, teams, programs, and achievements will be hallmarks of Bear Creek. We will provide a bright, clean, safe, and welcoming environment in which to learn and grow, and we will promote an atmosphere of teamwork, tolerance, and cooperation.

"Our students will be provided with the opportunity to learn, succeed, and excel, in all areas of school life. They will have access to a challenging and varied curriculum, sharply focused on literacy and numeracy, in addition to a diverse range of co-curricular programs. They will be expected to demonstrate respect for community, family, staff, peers, and themselves.

"Staff will promote and pursue excellence in both our students and ourselves, and enable students to develop the skills needed to meet ever-changing, life-long challenges. We will encourage mutual respect, understanding, and support among all members of the school community.

"Parents of our students will be empowered to have meaningful and convenient access to the progress of their children along the educational journey, and will be partners in the communication network between themselves, their children, and the school. They will work together with their children and the staff to provide the best possible environment for student learning, and share a deep mutual respect and trust between staff and themselves.

"We will establish a partnership between the school and the community that is both active and mutually beneficial.

"We will participate in community-driven initiatives, and will be involved in an ongoing exchange of energies and resources. We will protect and nurture the school facilities and the surrounding environment, and make Bear Creek a valued and integral part of the community."^[1]

[edit] Academics

Bear Creek is very dedicated to enriching the learning experience of the students through many multimedia presentations, many options of field trips, and energetic teachers. It is also committed to recognising the achievements of students academically. Every year, Bear Creek students are recognized for their academic achievements. Students from grades 9 to 11 who have achieved an honours standing in all eight of their credits, participated in the Night of Excellence. During this evening, students and their families enjoyed dinner and students received their certificates and academic medals.

Furthermore, Bear Creek continues to celebrate on November 1, 2006 (during period one) with the Kodiak Achievement Awards. These awards are held to recognize the top achieving student in each course (from Grades 9 to 11).^[2]

[edit] Cooperative Education

The Cooperative Education department at Bear Creek continues to offer a multitude of placement opportunities for students. For the 3rd year, Bear Creek is offering a Mobile Heavy Equipment 4-credit program. A new 4-credit Bear Creek Support Worker (BCSW) program will be offered this year, in second semester. This program will be of interest to students considering post secondary paths in health care, childhood education, geriatric care and developmental support. Possible work related careers in these fields include nursing, medical lab technicians, early childhood education, teaching, nursing home and retirement home workers, and working with the mentally or physically handicapped. In both specialized co-op programs, opportunities are available for students to earn industry specific certifications and to make relevant connections with business and community-college partners.

[edit] "Commit to Character" Campaign

The "Commit to Character" Campaign is a deliberate effort across Simcoe County District School Board to nurture universal attributes that transcend racial, religious, socio-economic and cultural lines. It is a whole school effort to create a community that promotes the highest standards of student discipline and citizenship.

The ten Commit to Character attributes were selected through a series of consultations with community leaders, organizations and school communities to reflect what the communities of Simcoe County consider important.

• Integrity
• Responsibility
• Cooperation
• Caring
• Respect
• Optimism
• Honesty
• Empathy
• Courage
• Inclusiveness

[edit] Extra-Curricular Events and Clubs

Each year, Bear Creek hosts many events to promote school spirit and raise awareness for certain subject matters. Throughout the year, the many different clubs and teams around the school host events; some for fundraising and others for the entertainment of other students.

[edit] Club Listing

• BOB (Bunch of Believers)
• Classics Club
• Concert band, Jazz band, Wind Ensemble
• Concert Choir, Jazz Choir
• Dance Team
• Fashion Design Club
• Green Team
• Hospitality Club
• Improv Club, Sears Drama Festival
• Interact
• International Club
• Link Leaders
• Prom Committee
• Social Justice
• Student Council, Music Council
• Tech Crew
• Trailblazer's
• Weight Training Club, Yoga Club

[edit] Students’ Council

The Students’ Council at Bear Creek consists of representatives of the student body and appointed positions. Students’ Council hosts the fall dance and the semi-formal dance, as well as the United Way week. Other activities that Students’ Council hosts include Battle of the Grades week and Bear Creek Idol. The Students’ Council for 2006-2007 include over 30 dedicated and hardworking members.

• Co-Presidents - Theo A., David H.
• Senior Advisors - Richard V., Sandra M., Emily Z.
• Administration Officers - Jessica G., Aimee P.
• Student Activities Officers - Emily K., Irsa B., Emma-Rose D., Derek H.
• Communications Officers - Ashley H., Georgia K., Samantha L., Katlynne S.
• Financial Advisors - Michael L., Ashley J., Jessica L.
• Announcement Team - Alyssa J., Kelly H., Samantha C., Jennifer E., Sage H., Camilla J.
• Morning Music Team - Alex M., Mimmi T., Bethany W., Jonathan A.
• Grade Representatives - Brett M. (Life Skills), Jessica M., Amy G. (Grade 12), Colin B., Connie J. (Grade 11), Andrea C. (Grade 10), Daniel J., Melissa S. (Grade 9)

[edit] Events 2006-2007

1. Grade 9 BBQ - August 31
2. Council Retreat - September 25
3. Student Card Sales - October 2-13
4. Students’ Council Grant Requests Due - October 18
5. Halloween Activities - October 31
6. Fall Dance - November 9
7. Grade Rep. Music Challenge - November 13-17
8. United Way Week - November 27-Dec. 1 *Buy-in Nov. 30
9. Holiday Cheer Week - December 14-21 (Food Drive Class Challenge)
10. Valentine’s Day Activities - February 14
11. Semi-Formal Dance - March 1
12. Students’ Council Grant Request Due - March 6
13. Staff Appreciation - April 3
14. Battle of the Grades Week - April 23-27 *Buy-in April 26
15. Culture Day - May 9
16. Elections - June 8
17. Year End Assembly - June 20

[edit] Athletics

Bear Creek offers an extensive athletic program throughout the year. During the fall, sports such as flag football and soccer take place. During the winter season, sports such as skiing and curling commence. During the spring season, sports such as rugby and track and field take place. Below is a list of the sports programs offered at Bear Creek.

• Athletic Association
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Cheerleading
• Cross Country
• Curling
• Flag Football and Football
• Golf
• Hardball and Softball
• Hockey
• Rugby
• Skiing
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Volleyball
• Wrestling

[edit] Cheerleading

The Bear Creek Kodiak Varsity Cheerleading team is made up of 30 student athletes, male and female, grades 9 through 12. The team practices 3 times a week and adds an additional practice during intense competition season. Bear Creek Secondary School also runs a Junior Varsity Cheerleading Team. The J.V. team consists of 25 athletes, male and female, grades 9 and 10. Both teams competed on December 4th, 2005 at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville. The varsity team also traveled to Kissimmee, Florida in March of 2006 to compete in the US Nationals competition, which they came out with a second place.

The cheerleading teams also offers a cheerleading program for students in grades 4-8, called Kodiak Kubs. It is an 8 week camp, and at the end of the 8 weeks the team will competes at the school in the local Simcoe County Competition.

[edit] Trips

[edit] U.K. Rugby Tour

The Kodiak Rugby teams are preparing for the 3rd bi-annual tour of the United Kingdom and depart March 6 to visit schools in Scotland, England, and Wales. The tour consists of 30 students and 4 staff. The group will first fly into Glasgow, Scotland and spend two nights in Edinburgh for a match against the Murrayfield Wanderers RFC. The Lady Kodiaks will then move on to Galashiels, Scotland to play in a tri-tourney against Galashiels and Berwick. While in Galashiels the girls we get to see the Scotland vs. Ireland Six Nations Rugby Match. The tour will leave Scotland for Wellbeck Military College in England, and spend two nights in the Military dorms. While there the girls will visit Stratford on Avon, Oxford University and Warwick Castle.

The next phase of the tour will take the girls to the southwest cliffs of Swansea, New South Wales. The host school is Bishopston High School, which both the boys and the girls hosted last year here at Bear Creek. The final school the tour will visit is the famous Brynteg Comprehensive School in Bridgend, Wales. The girls will visit Cardiff Castle and see the city of Cardiff on a day of International Rugby (England vs Wales). London is the final destination and the students will fly home on March 20.^[3]

[edit] Costa Rica March Break 2007

“For intense natural beauty, rugged adventure, and a look at Central America’s most cosmopolitan city," the Spring Break trip to Costa Rica is unsurpassable. Students depart on Thursday March 8 and return on Friday, March 16, 2007. The cost includes all meals, the Lake Arenal kayaking tour, horseback riding, the canopy tour as well as a full-time professional tour director.^[4]

[edit] In the News

See subarticle In the News

[edit] Notable Faculty

• Lance Chomyc, former Toronto Argonaut and football record holder (In 1991, he set a record of 236 points) ^[5])
• Harry Stegenga (former teacher), the 2005 Governor General's Awards for Excellence in Teaching Canadian History finalist ^[6]

[edit] References