Our Students
At Manotick Public School the students have a genuine sense of belonging and care for one another and the community as a whole. Students are proud to attend MPS and to be part of the Manotick community. This positive atmosphere fosters academic excellence, a growth of self-esteem and wise decision-making. Our students are enthusiastic learners who demonstrate respect for themselves, others and the environment. They take pride in Educating for Success – Inspiring Learning and Building Citizenship 2 being kind, respectful, and helpful to others. The school has a population of 230 students. Approximately, two thirds of our students are enrolled in the Early French Immersion program. The other one third takes part in the English program. Following completion of grade 5, our students move on to Kars on the Rideau Public School and then to South Carleton High School.
Our Staff
The Manotick staff is made up of dedicated, enthusiastic professionals who are lifelong learners. Their specialties include French as a Second Language, Special Education, English as a Second Language, History, Computers, Music, Physical Education, Science, Math, the Arts, and Early Childhood Education. They participate regularly in professional development and contribute to making Manotick Public School a community of learners. Our staff believes that Manotick Public School is “a great place to learn”. They plan exciting learning opportunities for their students to promote a love of learning and to develop the skills and knowledge that will prepare our students for the challenges of the future. Our staff plans academic and extra-curricular activities for our students to grow in and to support their larger community.
The Manotick staff is active in mentoring teachers new to the profession as well as co-op students and teacher candidates from a variety of Faculties of Education. The staff work very well together to assist all students in meeting their learning goals and potential.
Our Community
Volunteers play an important role in the day to day life at Manotick Public School. Each year parents, grandparents, retired teachers, co-op high school students and community members gave generously of their time and energy to support school programs.
Our amazing School Council offers all staff, parents, volunteers and community members a variety of ways to be involved. One of the Council’s goals is to work in partnership with school staff to enhance the learning opportunities and experiences for all of our students. Our school is actively involved in the community, participating in friendship visits to a local seniors’ residence or clubs, taking part in the Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Manotick Cenotaph, visiting a local farm to gather pumpkins, visiting the Manotick Library, taking part in educational activities at Watson’s Mill, or using the local ice rink to learn and further develop skating skills. Our school is a busy one filled with dynamic learning opportunities for our students. We could not take on so many clubs and activities without our many capable and creative volunteers.
School Council has undertaken a number of projects over the past few years. The biggest one to date was raising funds to replace two play structures in the Fall of 2012. Another sizable project funded by School Council is our outdoor classroom. This outdoor space was built with large boulders formed into a semi-circle with 3 hexagonal benches around trees. Teachers and students use this space as a learning space for topics that span the curriculum. The goal of the Council is to enhance the life and activities of MPS students in partnership with the school staff. Parent involvement enriches every child’s school experience. As parent skills and other community resources are drawn upon, the extension of possibilities happens for the students at MPS. All fundraising by School Council goes back to the school to enrich and extend programs.
Mission Statement
Manotick Public School encourages a community feeling, promoting a positive, safe and challenging learning environment where a sense of belonging, ownership and a caring for one another prevails, fostering academic excellence, growth of self-esteem and wise decision-making.
Facilities and Resources
- Library/resource centre
- Computer lab - 32 PC computers
- 13 iPads for classroom use
- 15 LCD projector (one in every classroom plus one for each rotary teacher)
- WiFi access for staff and visitors
- 3 play structures - 2 brand new in October, 2012
- 1 Multimedia Cart – PC laptop and projectors
- 2 SMART Boards
- 1 Document camera with an LCD projector
- 12 wireless keyboards/mice for each homeroom classroom
- Gymnasium with stage and loudspeaker system
- Extra-large newly paved and grassed play yards
- Shade trees
- Outdoor classroom
- Raised butterfly gardens
- Full access to park and field adjacent to school under staff supervision
- Student games painted on the playground pavement