On behalf of our entire staff, let me take this opportunity to welcome each of you to Ursuline College for the 2009/2010 school year. We commend you for choosing a Catholic education. We are certain that, by participating in the life of the school, you will find your education to be exciting, challenging, and rewarding.

Our school inherits a rich tradition of Christian education. St Angela Merici (1474-1540), founders of the Ursuline Sisters, was especially interested in the education of youth. One of her followers, Mother Mary Xavier Le Bihan sailed from France to found a tiny pioneer community, Chatham. Known later as Ursuline College, this school for girls, from 1860 to 1971, drew students from widely scattered points in Canada, the United States, and Latin America. In 1972, the school became co-educational and, in 1973, our school provided a Catholic high school education for boys and girls from all corners of Kent County. Today we are home to approximately 1500 young men and women.

Although the Ursuline Sisters have recently relocated, their legacy will live on. Our value system is rooted in their teachings and in those of the Catholic Church. It demands that students develop a love and reverence for God and creation, behave in a just and concerned manner regarding others, seek to be honest and truthful, and accept the principles required for dedicated commitment and responsible behaviour.  

The courses offered at Ursuline College reflect these teachings. It is assumed that all students who have chosen Ursuline College have a desire to continue their Catholic Faith journey and to come to know Jesus Christ.  As a result, attendance in all classes and participation in our spiritual celebrations are mandatory.

We urge you to take a few minutes to review our school information, expectations and services as outlined in your school calendar. As the school year progresses, take time to use the calendar as an academic guide. Once again, welcome to Ursuline College!   

Ms. Gerri Brown
Principal, 2009-2010