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Comment: The section below Jesuit identity is written in promotional language, verging on an advertisement, it's not at all a neutral view of the school. There are two independent sources here, which are very useful, but normally we would need a third similar source for WP:GNG. Also kindly remove the direct URL to the Jesuits, that's not allowed inside the article, it needs to either be an External source section, or a reference. ChrysGalley (talk) 13:41, 31 July 2026 (UTC)
| Gonzaga Middle School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
174 Maple Street North , , R2W 3L4 Canada | |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent, co-educational middle school |
Religious affiliations | Roman Catholic and Jesuit |
| Established | 2016 |
| Grades | 6–8 |
| Website | www |
Gonzaga Middle School (GMS) is an independent Roman Catholic and Jesuit middle school in the Point Douglas neighbourhood of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Endorsed by the Jesuits of Canada, it offers grades 6–8 through a culturally responsive adaptation of the NativityMiguel model for students from underserved, low-income families.[1][2]
History
[edit]Interest in establishing a Nativity-model school in Winnipeg developed among members of the St. Paul's High School community. After Regina philanthropist Paul Hill discussed the founding of Mother Teresa Middle School at a 2012 St. Paul's event, local educators and alumni visited the Regina school and Nativity schools in the United States. A working committee was formed, and former St. Paul's principal Tom Lussier was hired in 2014 to conduct a feasibility study.[3]
Gonzaga was incorporated in July 2015. Its founding board was led by Mark Chipman, Bob Puchniak, and Steve Chipman, with members including Lussier, Len Altilia, SJ of St. Paul's High School, and Connie Yunyk of St. Mary's Academy.[3] The school opened in September 2016 with 15 grade 6 students.[4]
The proposal prompted debate among some Indigenous and community leaders about a private Catholic school serving Winnipeg's inner city. The school stated that it would teach the history and legacy of residential schools and incorporate the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.[5] Its programme incorporates Manitoba curricula and material recommended by the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.[6]
Jesuit identity
[edit]Gonzaga's Catholic and Jesuit identity is expressed through the Nativity tradition of providing a rigorous, holistic education to children whose opportunities may be constrained by social and economic barriers. The school seeks to form students who are loving, intellectually competent, open to growth, spiritually alive, healthy, and committed to justice and service.[7] This approach treats the middle-school years as a decisive period for developing confidence, conscience, compassion, habits of reflection, and a sense of responsibility towards others.
In Point Douglas and northeast downtown Winnipeg, the mission is implemented through small classes, an extended school day and year, nutrition and transportation support, mentoring, and continued accompaniment through high school and post-secondary education.[1][6] The school welcomes families from different faith and cultural backgrounds, and connects Jesuit education with Indigenous perspectives, reconciliation, and service in the local community.
Gonzaga is one of six Jesuit pre-secondary and secondary institutions in Canada. The other five are Mother Teresa Middle School in Regina, St. Paul's High School in Winnipeg, Loyola High School in Montreal, Brebeuf College School in Toronto, and St. Bonaventure's College in St. John's.
References
[edit]- 1 2 "About Us". Gonzaga Middle School. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- ↑ "FAQs". Gonzaga Middle School. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- 1 2 "History". Gonzaga Middle School. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- ↑ Sanders, Carol (6 September 2016). "Controversy behind it, Gonzaga ready to teach". Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- ↑ "Leaders write Pope asking him to stop private school opening in Winnipeg's north end". APTN News. 9 February 2016. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- 1 2 "Our Model". Gonzaga Middle School. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
- ↑ "Mission and Vision". Gonzaga Middle School. Retrieved 31 July 2026.
External links
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Category:Middle schools in Manitoba Category:Schools in Winnipeg Category:Jesuit secondary schools in Canada Category:Catholic schools in Manitoba Category:Educational institutions established in 2016 Category:2016 establishments in Manitoba
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