The Ontario Institute for Catholic Education (ICE) is an organization established by the Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario (ACBO). ICE is governed by a Board of Directors representing seven Catholic organizations in Ontario. ICE brings together, works with, and assists organizations that share responsibility for English Catholic education in their efforts to promote and maintain publicly funded Catholic schools animated by the Gospel, and reflecting the tenets of the Catholic faith.
The current Executive Director is Michael Pautler. The position, however, has been posted
Member Associations
Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario
Catholic Principals Council of Ontario
Ontario Catholic School Business Officials Association
Ontario Catholic School Trustees Association
Ontario Catholic School Supervisory Officers’ Association
Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association
Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education
Catholic Community Partners
Canadian Catholic School Trustees Association
Catholic Association of Religious and Family Life Educators of Ontario
Catholic Curriculum Corporation
Catholic School Chaplains of Ontario
Eastern Ontario Curriculum Cooperative
Educational Partners
Ontario Catholic Curriculum and Resources
Religious Education for Kindergarten
Elementary Religious Education (For additional resources see the Catholic Curriculum Corporation website)
Elementary Family Life Education For additional resources see the Catholic Curriculum Corporation website)
Elementary Fully Alive Resources for Catholic Teachers, Grades 1-8.
Secondary Religious Education Curriculum Policy Document 2016
Supplementary Resources to Support Catholic Teachers
Supplementary Resources to Support Catholic Teachers: Grades 9 and 10 Lesson Plans
Catholic Companion to Equity and Social Justice (2013) – Grade 12 University/College
Educating the Soul – Writing Curriculum for Catholic Secondary Schools (1998)
Ongoing Adult Faith Formation: The Key to Educating the Soul – Successful Practices (2000)
Writing Curriculum for Catholic Schools – A Framework (1996)
Preparation for Teaching in Catholic Schools
Monographs: A Catholic Perspective
“A Catholic Perspective is a publishing project of the Institute for Catholic Education, offered to encourage discussion and reflection on topics relevant to teachers, educational leaders working in Catholic schools, and members of the broader Catholic educational community, as part of the mandate to develop foundational documents in Catholic educational practice. The monographs are intended to ensure that professional practice and dialogue remain grounded in the distinctive perspective of our Catholic faith. The Project is comprised of four series: i) Identity and Mission for Catholic Schools ii) Curriculum and Educational Practice for Catholic Schools iii) Contemporary Issues and Challenges for Catholic Schools and iv) Renewing the Promise – Exploring Challenges and Opportunities.” ICE
- The More … The More
- A Eucharistic Sensibility
- A Call to Joyful Discipleship: A Reflection
- What’s the Value of Gospel Values
Curriculum and Educational Practice
- Christian Meditation
- Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations (OCSGEs): A Framework for Curriculum Development
- Implementing the Health & Physical Education Curriculum
- Grace for All: Sacraments and Children with Special Needs in Our Catholic Schools
- Well-Being from a Catholic Perspective: Addressing Mental Health Literacy within Religion and Family Life Programs (2020)
Contemporary Issues & Challenges
- Understanding Well-Being from a Catholic Perspective (2017)
- Walking Forward Together: A Call to Action for the Catholic Church and Catholic Schools
- Supporting Students who identify as Transgender in Our Catholic Schools
- Renewing the Promise
- Heart, Head and Hands: A Framework for Considering Contemporary Issues in Catholic Education
- Let the Gospels Lead the Way
- Understanding and Cultivating Authentic Community and Framework for Reflecting on Authentic Community
- Inspiring Students to Love God More
- Developing Faith and Identity in Our School Community
- The Hope in Our Hearts: Living Our Faith Every Day
- Engaging Student Voice: Courage on the Journey
- Shepherding and Serving and Leadership Placemat
A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People
- The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations: A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People
- A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People: A Discerning Believer
- A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People: An Effective Communicator
- A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People: A Reflective, Creative and Holistic Thinker
- A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People: Self-Directed, Responsible, Lifelong Learner
- A Curriculum for the Heart of Young People: A Collaborative Contributor
Pastoral Letters
Renewing the Promise (2018)
Research
Beyond Catholic Graduation: How Graduates of Ontario Catholic Secondary Schools Live Their Faith
Building Capacity to Educate Mind, Body and Spirit.
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations
Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations.
Adapted Elementary Wording for Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations