About EMCS

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

In a caring, Christ-centred environment we equip students from Christian families to make a difference in the world by providing:

  • Quality accredited academics

  • French and English programs at all levels

  • Student focused, innovative instruction

  • Extra-curricular activities

  • An environment and Bible-based teaching that encourages our students to apply God’s truth in all areas of their lives

  • Opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus

All motivated by God’s will for the lives of our students.

Mission Statement:

Emmanuel Christian School is committed to equipping elementary and high school students for life-long solid learning and growth. Our mission encompasses three key areas:

1. Academic Excellence:

- We provide a high-quality education that exceeds the standards set by the Quebec Ministry of Education.

- Our curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire students, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning.

2. Holistic Development:

- We offer a rich variety of extra-curricular programs in sports, music, arts, and community leadership.

- These programs complement academic learning and help students develop skills in teamwork, leadership, creativity, and personal growth.

3. Social and Spiritual Growth:

- We nurture students in a caring, Christian community, fostering social and spiritual development.

- By leveraging resources available at our school and within our Christian community, we guide students to develop strong character, empathy, and a sense of purpose.

Objectives:

Aligned with our mission, our key objectives include:

1. Achieving academic excellence by consistently surpassing provincial education standards and implementing innovative teaching methodologies.

2. Providing diverse extra-curricular programs that cater to students’ interests and talents, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.

3. Cultivating a nurturing and inclusive environment where students feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore their faith and personal beliefs.

4. Strengthening partnerships with parents, alumni, and the broader community to enhance student learning, engagement, and success.

By fulfilling these objectives, we aim to empower students to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually, preparing them for a successful and fulfilling life beyond graduation.

In 1991, the school moved out of the premises it had rented for 16 years in Dorval in search of a permanent location. For two years, the school was located in temporary quarters on Gouin Boulevard in Pierrefonds.

Finally, in 1993, Emmanuel Christian School found a suitable new home for its vibrant school community. After many renovations and much anticipation, the school moved in, appropriately, on Thanksgiving weekend into its current building on Boulevard St-Jean in Dollard-des-Ormeaux.

Fall 2015 marked the 40th anniversary of Emmanuel Christian School. We celebrated forty years of quality, Christ centered education enjoyed by generations of students past and present.

As we look back at our history and all the accomplishments so far, we also eagerly anticipate the exciting journey ahead. Our aim is to continue providing excellent academics and opportunities for spiritual growth to generations of students to come. We hope to achieve this goal through our continuous commitment to quality, innovation and excellence in everything that we do.

Founded in 1975 Dorval

Today 2024 Dollard-des-Ormeaux

History of Emmanuel Christian School

Emmanuel High School first opened its doors to 38 students enrolled in Grades 7 and 8 in September 1975. The school was located in the former Surrey Gardens Elementary School, which belonged to the then Protestant School Board of Montreal. An additional grade was formed and admitted each consecutive year, until the first year of graduates obtained their diplomas in 1979.

Once the High School was established, parents began to ask for the elementary grades to be added. In September 1981 a Kindergarten and Grades 1 and 2 classes became available, followed by Grades 3 and 4 in September 1982. Grades 5 and 6 were added in September 1983 until a complete school, from Kindergarten through to Secondary 5 was formed.

  • We follow the provincially accredited curriculum of the Quebec Ministry of Education (MEESR) which leads to a Secondary Leaving Diploma. Students in our English High school sector who take all French option courses obtain a Bilingual Leaving Certificate.

  • No, Emmanuel Christian School holds a permit from the Ministry of Education but does not receive any government funding.

  • Yes, our teachers must have the necessary qualifications to teach in Quebec (Brevet d’enseignement du Québec). They all have a Bachelor or Masters degree and must also have a personal relationship with Christ.

  • At the high school level, students may join sports such as Badminton, Basketball, Curling, Soccer or Track & Field. Various options are offered each year

    Our teams regularly go to the finals and win championships in sports such as Soccer, Basketball and Badminton.

    High school students may join the Worship Band which practices weekly with vocals and instruments.The Worship Band leads high school assemblies several times during the year.

    Our elementary program includes weekly art and music classes taught by specialists. Mad Science and Art club are after-school seasonal options. Grade 6 has the opportunity to register for after-school Babysitting courses which include First aid.

  • Our students must wear a school uniform during the day and during physical education. New uniforms must be purchased at Top Marks (Uniform). Second hand uniforms are sold at school during parent-teacher interviews.

  • Christ-centredness! We wish to honour our Lord and Saviour Jesus-Christ in all academic and extra-curricular activities. We try to be an extension of the Christian home and church and help families establish Biblical foundations in the lives of the students.

  • We welcome your application at any time. However, we strongly urge you to consider enrolling your children as they enter Secondary 4 (or grade 10). The reasons are three fold.

    Official High School Leaving Certificates issued by the MELS (Quebec Ministry of Education, Leisure and Sports) are based on credits earned during Secondary 4 and 5. Although it is possible to earn these in Secondary 5, the study load is considerably higher and no failures can be tolerated. The History of Quebec and Canada course, for instance, would have to be done by the student at home.

    The laboratory sciences courses span two years, starting with the Physical Science course in Secondary 4 and continuing with Physics and Chemistry. As these are all challenging courses, it is better to take them over the two-year period.

    The advanced Mathematics courses (which constitute pre-calculus) in Secondary 4 and 5 are even more challenging than the Science courses, and should be taken over the two year period.

    However, if your child needs to perfect French skills, starting in Secondary 3 will give him/her more time to prepare for the French as Second Language provincial exam. In order to obtain a High School Leaving Certificate, the student must pass all the required courses under the applicable certification system. Please also note that students attending the High School sector are required to have a Certificate of Eligibility to receive instruction in English delivered by the Ministry of Education, Leisure and Sports.

  • We have a high graduation rate of over 95% with some years at 100%. This is well above provincial averages of both French and English public school boards. Our graduates are accepted in all private and public, French and English CEGEPs. We are regularly informed of scholarships awarded to our graduates based on academic excellence. Over the years, several students have even obtained 100% on provincial exams in History of Quebec and Canada.

  • Of course! Volunteering is strongly encouraged. We depend on volunteers to help in the library, in the elementary classrooms, in the office, with special events and with field trips. Qualified coaches are also in demand. Parents may use their talents in a variety of ways to support the school and make their time at Emmanuel even more meaningful. Children are happy to see their parents involved in their school life. A list of volunteering opportunities is provided at the beginning of every school year.

Board of Directors

Emmanuel Christian School operates with a Volunteer Board of Directors, with members elected for 3-year terms. The group of 9 volunteers, many of whom are parents of students currently in the school, meet at least monthly to oversee the operations and pedagogy of the school. As the key representatives of parents, it is the board’s responsibility to ensure that the school is well-managed and meets the Ministry of Education’s requirements for private schools.

The board also oversees the strategic plan and vision for the school and works closely with the school’s management team to create and approve annual budgets and ensure the school’s financial sustainability. The Board of Directors delegates the day-to-day operation of the school to the Principal and his or her team of professionals and remains available for support and consultation as well as overall governance. Elections for board members occur every year at the Spring meeting of the Corporation, and we are always on the lookout for talented volunteers to serve on the Board.

The Board of Directors can be reached at rula.odeh@emmanuelcs.ca

Principles / Values

Our Christian principles and values allow us to equip students to thrive in the real world and to develop into Christian leaders/pillars/disciples. A Christ-centred lens for students' learning and growth is provided in a caring environment by Christian teachers and staff who are highly competent in their fields.   
 
Our school maintains high academic and behavioral standards. These standards are reflected in our policies and in clear and consistent criteria regarding which students to admit and keep at the school.  While we offer many services and resources to help students with learning and behavioral issues, we are realistic and clear about the extent of help we can provide given our available resources.  

Who We Are  

Since 1975, Emmanuel Christian School has been governed by and has been serving Christian families from a wide range of backgrounds and Church denominations. Our alumni have succeeded in their chosen paths including at CEGEP, universities, professional and trade programs and in a wide variety of successful careers and forms of service.  

Vision  

Recognized as a strong, growing bilingual Christian private school that delivers excellent value. 

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