St. Mary Catholic Secondary School (Pickering, Ontario)
| St. Mary Catholic Secondary School | |
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| Address | |
| 1918 Whites Road Pickering, Ontario, L1V 1R9 Canada |
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| Information | |
| School type | High school |
| Principal | M O'Brien |
| Chaplain | Tomy Valookaran |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Mascot | Leo The Lion/Monarchs |
| Website | www |
| Last updated: June, 2015 | |
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School is a Canadian secondary school in Pickering, Ontario, operated by the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB).
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Background
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School has the mission of Amare et Servire, which translates to To Love and Serve. The school also celebrates diversity within the school community, while recognizing the value of its mission within the Catholic community.[1]
Controversy
Non-Uniform Day Enforcement
On March 22, 2012, approximately 200 to 300 students were sent home due to wearing either shorts, khakis, capris and/or ankle socks, sparking outrage amongst students and parents. The staff at St. Mary claims the rule was in the student agenda, reminded the students about the rule the day before, and dismissed allegations of student suspensions.[2][3][4]
LGBTQ+ Discrimination
St. Mary C.S.S has also been accused of discriminating against the lgbtq+ community. These accusations originate from an alleged comment made by the current Principal stating that the Pride flag was similar to a Confederate Flag.
