St. Monica School
60 Sterritt Drive
Brampton, Ontario L6Y 5B6
Tel (905) 454-6346 Fax (905) 454-6349
www.dpcdsb.org/MONIC
A Blessing for the End of the School Year
Let us put ourselves into the hands of the Lord
And pray that He will bless us and our families during the wonderful
summer months.
May we all help to make our homes a place of relaxation, joy, love, peace
and safety.
May we be generous and considerate, not thinking only of ourselves
but helping others enjoy the blessing of the summer time.
May God guide us and strengthen our hearts until we meet once again.
God bless!
June 2015
Newsletter
Mississauga Brampton
Central Family of Schools
L. Papaloni
Superintendent
P. Peroni M. Matteazzi
Principal Interim Principal
J. Vieira
Vice Principal
C. McIntyre
Head Secretary
E. Weseloh
Assistant Secretary
T. Guerin
Council Chair
A. da Silva
Trustee
Dates to Remember
June 8: P.D. DAY-No School for students
(905) 890-0708 (ext. 20154)
June 1:
Newsletter Goes Home
June 9: YEAR END MASS 10:00 a.m. St. Jerome ‘s
anna.dasilva@dpcdsb.org
June 2:
School Council 6:30 p.m. All Welcome
12 NOON Outdoor barbecue and Dance
St. Jerome’s Parish
June 3:
Volunteer Appreciation Tea-2:00-3:30 Library
Beach Volleyball Intermediate Tournament
Barbecue Sponsored by School council
Fr. Jan Kolodynski
June 4:
June 5:
10:45 a.m. Gym Burton Manor Presentation
June 11: Virtue Assembly Gym 10:00 a.m.
Softball Tournament
Pastor
8530 Chinguacousy Rd.,
Brampton, Ontario
905-455-4260
ADDITIONAL DATES
June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25: Pizza Lunch
June 16: Family Track and Field
JUNE 21: HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
June 24: Mr. Sub Luncheon
June 17: Drumming Presentation: Gr. 8 EF, Gr. 7 EF, Gr. 6 EF, Gr. 5 EF-M.S.
June 19: BOARD TRACK AND FIELD
Year Two (Senior Kindergarten) Graduation 10:45 a.m. Gym/and or playground-pending weather
Gr. 8 Graduation Ceremony 6:00 p.m. Gymnasium
June 22: Grad Lunch and Dance; J. Marshall Silver Creek, 9:30-11:00 a.m. FDK Play day
June 23: Play day TBD
June 24: Ribbon Awards Presentation 9:45 a.m. GYM, Reports Go Home
June 25: 10:00 a.m. TALENT SHOW,-Gym; Last Page of report card –signed and returned
June 26: Last day of School—-Enjoy your summer holidays, be safe!
Website: www.stjeromeparish.ca
Principal’s Message:
This has been such a busy year;• Three
Principals •Sacramental preparation •School
masses, liturgical celebrations, Gr. 8 retreat,
Refugee Family Donation •Share Life Initiatives-Christmas
Store •First Communion luncheon/retreat •Spiritual
bouquets/prayers/fundraising for immediate school needsstudents/staff/families •Pastoral Plans •Gr. 8 Confirmation,
Gr. 2 Reconciliation, First Holy Communion •Holy week
celebrations; Stations of the Cross, “Palm Monday”,
Corporal Works of Mercy, •Passion Play •Living
Rosary/Crowning of Mary •Catholic Education Week
•Pastor visits •Advent Mass •Reconciliation •School wide
charity dances, School council Dance-A-thon •Community
outreach –Gifts of Warmth, Food Drives •Stack-AThon
•Progressive Discipline •Diversity , Gr. 7 Diversity Conference
•Virtues Education •Anti-Bullying (Safe School) Committee
•Excellence in curriculum delivery/assessment and evaluation
•Full Day Kindergarten •SNSM Class initiatives •EQAO, PM
Benchmarks, CASI, Reaching Readers, PRIME, Ready-Set-Go,
Transition Planning, Gr. 7-9 OSSLT , New Teacher In-service,
Varied Staff Inquiry & Inservices •Ambassadors, •Gr. 7&8
Immunization, •Rosary Apostolate •PEDS Pilot •Numeracy
Capacity Building, Welcome To Kindergarten •Student
Recognition Awards and assembly in collaboration with
School Council •See/Hear Screening •Gr. 3, 6,7,8, FDK,
Spec Ed Smart Boards and Smart Board in the library for all
students •Extra-curricular sports/activities •All Athletics,
Hockey Team •School Choir & Competition 3rd place
•Primary Glee Club, Dancing and Art Club, Chess team
•School Hip Hop, Platinum Finish •Craft & Knitting Clubs
•Santa Photos •Team Sports •KOC Soccer, Free throw
•Skills Canada/Robotics/Math Challenge-Competition •Arts
Appreciation Evening •Field trips/Excursions, Intermediate
Muskoka Woods •Sheridan College, Junior Achievement,
LEAP •Gr. 4 Silver Creek •Gr. 3 and 6 Tutors •Pizza
lunch/Subway lunch/Poutine lunch/Popcorn/cookie/ice
cream sales •Fitness •Volunteer Appreciation •PALS
•School council, youth initiatives, Gym Scoreboard •New team
uniforms, • Open house •Student agendas •Video memories
•Black History Reflections •Burton Manor visits-culmination at
our school •Staff Appreciation •St. Monica Web page, ENewsletter •School Photos •Gr. 8/S.K. Graduations •Gr. 8 , Year
Two FDK Graduation photos • •Milk Program •Special
presentations, speakers •Student council/charities/theme days
•Continued partnership with St. Augustine and Cardinal Leger
•Financial donations for school initiatives: Knights of Columbus,
•ECO Initiatives, school beautification, peace garden, • Healthy
School Initiatives •FDK Celebration of Play •School Council
Outdoor barbecue & Dance •Going Green newsletter •Wonderful
partnership with our Pastor-Father Jan, and our superintendent L.
Papaloni
I sincerely thank everyone for being true partners in catholic
education. I have been here for three years and a half, I
sincerely thank the excellent staff, students, school council and
families for their contributions to Catholic Education and for
working as a team in the best interest of all students, curriculum
thrusts and extra curricular experiences.
Your collective support in appreciating our parking lot safety has
not gone unnoticed. I will continue to be honored to serve as
your principal next year. Thank-you to all our parents for
assisting us to provide the best possible education for your
children, our students! Working with the children, parents, the
extremely dedicated school council, our Pastor-Fr. Jan,
Superintendent L. Papaloni, board personnel and the
extraordinary St. Monica staff is a true blessing. There have been
many interesting times this year, but together as a community
we support one another and are blessed for this!
Thanks to the parents who bring forth compliments and/or
concerns, we appreciate all feedback, and work towards positive
resolutions.
Remember to try to be kinder than
necessary, for everyone we meet may be fighting
some kind of battle.
“May God, who said, “Let there be light,” create in us each day, the light
of faith, hope and love.”
FAREWELL AND THANK YOU TO
M. Matteazzi Interim Principal. He blessed St. Monica
School with his many talents, leadership, knowledge, insight,
curriculum, problem solving abilities, caring and compassionate
personality. We sincerely thank him for all he has done at our
school and the impact his presence had.
Farewell and Thank you to: *S. Guilherme, we were
fortunate that we were able to have her as a part of our staff.
Her enthusiasm and contributions throughout the entire school
has not gone unnoticed. We wish her all the best as she pursues
her teaching career in our Catholic School Board, and are
confident that her skills, talents and compassion will be shared
in another community, or possibly ours, yet again. Here’s
hoping!
*I. Sassano who blessed us these past few years with her skills
as an Educational Resource Worker. Her commitment and
passion will be missed as she moves to another school
community. They are fortunate to have her join their team.
*A. Holjevac a very committed, dedicated and caring
Educational Resource Worker who was part of the St. Monica
team these past few years. She will be sharing her skill base and
knowledge and passion as she moves to another school in
September 2015, we will miss her presence and wish her all the
best.
*A. Marchese graced us with her enthusiasm, passion and skills
as an Educational Resource Worker this past year.
She will be moving to another school in September and
they will be fortunate to have someone as talented and
personable as her. She will be missed as part of our
team.
Farewell and Thank You: *S. McDonald
who will be retiring from her position as a
teacher at our school.
She has had 28 fulfilling years as a teacher
with our Catholic School Board, with many of those years at
St. Monica.
During this time, S. McDonald had a great impact on the
lives of many students and families. She is sincerely
thanked for all she offered throughout the years as a
Catholic educator. We wish her every success in her new
journey-Retirement. Thank you and farewell!
PARISH
NEWS
St. Jerome’s Parish
Tel: 905-455-4260, Fax: 905-450-6326
E-Mail: office@stjeromeparish.ca
Homepage: http//www.stjeromeparish.ca
Sunday Eucharist: Saturday 5:00 p.m.,
Sunday 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
Fr. Jan “Our Good Father”
Thanks to Fr. J. Kolodynski for his spiritual guidance with
our families, staff and students. Father has a unique way of
making the students feel welcomed, worthy, and connected
to God through his inspirational homily, and treatment of
those receiving sacraments, as well as all students. Our Gr.
8 students received the Gift of the Holy Spirit in the
Sacrament of Confirmation on May 21st. Fr. Jan has been
a visible presence at our school, meeting with students and
visiting with staff. For the month of June we will continue to
work with Fr. Jan on the faith formation of students, families
and staff. Fr. Jan is welcome at our school at anytime and
takes the time to join us for certain events, or just to come
by and visit. We appreciated his presence with our Eco
Student appreciation compliments of the Mandarin.
The parish, school, home connection definitely works at St.
Jerome’s Parish, we are fortunate to have a Pastor so
dedicated in serving his flock. On May 28, Fr. Jan
celebrated his 43 anniversary of ordination to the
priesthood. When a priest is ordained, he is given the
responsibility to preach, to teach and when he becomes
pastor to govern! At St. Jerome’s, Father Jan has definitely
performed his priestly duties of teaching, preaching and
governing.
St. Jerome Parish Youth News
The youth group meets weekly on Tuesday evening from
7:30-9 p.m. Feel free to join in at the 7 p.m. mass before
the meeting. Each week the students explore their faith,
play games and form many friendships. New members Gr.
8-12 are always welcome.
On May 9th, Our Student Faith Ambassadors led our virtues
assembly highlighting the virtues of Kindness and Love. The
following students received certificates in displaying the Virtue
of Kindness; Danny J., Ijeoma I., Andrea C., Bola A., Brayden P.,
Jayde S., Malik C., Danielle C., Paulyanna I., Devontay J.
The following students received certificates in displaying the Virtue
of Love; Emma C., Delvin U., Uchenna M., Maya F., Emma V.,
Quiela B., Julian M., Natalia K., Rovic Q., and Megan M.
Congratulations to all who exemplified these virtues!
VIRTUE OF THE
MONTH:
During the month of
June, we celebrate the
virtue of FAIRNESS.
Fairness God wants us to treat
each person as we would like to
be treated. Fairness… is the ability
to be open minded and act in a
just and fair way. Fairness allows
us to treat others with mercy and
compassion - to feel and act with
and for another person. When we
act out these virtues, we are
making the presence of God
visible in the world around us. We
will be participating in our own
prayer that: your kingdom come,
your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. (Mt 6:10)
Can you remember a time when you were fair to someone
who was not fair to you?
A Catholic school is the ideal place to practice and prepare to
live a virtuous life.
“Healthy partnerships achieve a level of understanding
beyond the norm, an almost uncanny ability to intuitively
“read” each other’s minds.”
Thank you to: The Staff
Our school has been blessed with this wonderful staff. I thank the
staff for all the extras they give to the St. Monica Catholic School
Community. The numerous hours, extra curricular activities,
dedication and care for your children are commendable.
It is known throughout the community that the St. Monica staff are
unique in so many areas, we pull together to create an educational
and “family” environment.
Volunteer Appreciation
Special acknowledgement to:
Thank you to the many parents who gave of their time in so
many ways this past year. We are pleased to honour YOU with
a token of appreciation and refreshments on June 3rd at 2:00
p.m. in our library. Research shows children of parents who
are involved in their child's education tend to do better in
school. Thanks to D. Doyle for coordinating.
• Our school council for their co-operation, flexibility and
dedication in leading in a truly Christian fashion
MOVING
Thank you to: School Council
Our school council and all our parents and volunteers are highly
commended for the dedication and numerous hours they have
assisted at the school.
Thanks to our entire school council: Chair: Tish G. ,
Secretary: Vilma M.., Treasurer: Susy U., Parish Rep:
Fatima C., OAPCE Rep: Yarlene F.,
Community/Communication Reps: Luana F., Melanie K.,
Members: Elizabeth C, Sandra S., Jenya L., Nancy M.,
If you are planning to move out of our school area for
September, please notify our office as soon as possible. We will
provide you with transfer forms for the new school. Please
remember that if you change your address at any time, new tax
forms need to be completed to update records.
Sarah M.,
Non Voting Members: Steve A., Anita S.
Teacher Rep: M. Hamilton, Non Teaching Rep: T. Collier
Cheers and thank you to all parents who appreciated our:
•Pizza Luncheons
•Subway /Poutine Luncheons
•Excursions
•Popcorn/Icecream/Cookie sales
ShareLife supports a number of Catholic
organizations within the community and Archdiocese of
Toronto. Student involvement at our dances, our Christmas
Sale, Family movie night and some school based spirit activities
will be directed to St. Jerome’s Church this year as part of our
donation. This year we are proud to say as a community we
were able to contribute $1,800.00.
•Retreats
•Special luncheons
•Fundraising
ECO SCHOOLS
•Bank Reconciliation
•Charitable almsgiving
In order to stop the waste crisis in its tracks, we should teach
our families and relatives about the 3 R’s: Reuse, Reduce,
Recycle. Everyone must know that it is important to reduce and
recycle. Reducing waste is not as hard as it sounds. One easy
way to reduce waste is to REUSE!
•Behind the Scene work
www.peelregion.ca/pw/waste
•Council “Minute” taking
•Donations
•Major Fundraiser-Dance-a Thon
•Ribbon Awards Ceremony
GOING GREEN NEWSLETTER
•Extensive Extra-Curricular Venue
Thank you to the many families who submitted their e-mail for
our Going Green Newsletter initiative. We are hoping for 80%
response rate. If you have not returned your form, please have
your child pick up another form in the office, so you can be part
of our GOING GREEN initiative. Please note, other valuable
information will also be posted on this site along with the
newsletter.
•Soon to be SK/Gr. 8 Graduation
All parents and volunteers are highly commended for their
support, numerous hours, and initiatives. We can’t thank “YOU”
enough! The school/home partnership is working extremely
well in a positive fashion at our school.
We look forward to our year end mass, barbecue
and dance. Barbecue compliments of the
school council through your fund raising
sponsorship for our dance a thon!
Graduation: Mass, Awards Ceremony
Summer Sun Safety & Dress Code
In order to protect students from heat exposure and ultra
violet rays during hot, sunny weather, parents should
ensure that children wear shirts with short sleeves,
sunscreen every day, and hats when they are outdoors.
Summer Sun Safety & Dress Code
We also need your assistance to help your child make
appropriate clothing choices. The Catholic Code of
Conduct states: "Students are required to dress in a
manner and attire appropriate to the school environment.
Board policy states that all students are expected to dress
in clean, neat and practical clothing. The Dress Code has
been shared with all students. School guidelines are:
•the top of the pants must meet the bottom of the shirt with no
exposure of midriff or undergarments at anytime, even when
they lift their arms
•shorts must be walking shorts which are neither too tight, too
short or tattered
•halter tops, spaghetti strap tops, tank tops/muscle shirts and
mesh shirts should not be worn by any student. There should
be no bare shoulders, (3”/8cm. rule)
•clothing with offensive, suggestive and/or inappropriate
statements or pictures (including advertisements for alcohol or
tobacco products) are not permitted
•sunglasses, hats, headbands and other inappropriate
headwear must be removed before entering the school building
Your assistance in ensuring your child is dressed appropriately
is appreciated. Students who are not dressed appropriately
may be removed from class and/or sent home to change.
Summer Heat
The main risk of hot summer weather is that of exposure
to ultra-violet (UV) rays which are a risk factor for the
development of skin cancer and cataracts in later life. The
UV index is the measure commonly used in Canada to
assess the risk on a given day. Parents are encouraged
to send children with hats and protective clothing or to use
sunscreen (with an SPF of 15 or greater) when the UV
index is high.
UV Index
Over 10
Category
Extreme
Sunburn Time
Less than 15 minutes
7-9
High
About 20 minutes
4-7
Moderate
About 30 minutes
0-4
Low
More than one hour
Our Grade 8 Graduation Awards will be on Friday June 19 at
6:00 p.m. in our gymnasium. Our Gr. 8 celebrations will
continue on June 22nd with our graduation luncheon and
dance at Speranza Banquet Hall. A special thank you to all
who are involved in planning our Grade 8 Graduation.
Senior Kindergarten Graduation
Our Senior Kindergarten graduation will take place on Friday
June 19 at 10:45 a.m. in our gym or outdoors-pending weather.
A special thank you to J. Correia, T. Collier, S. Alves, C.
Chaulk and C. Thornton for all their planning and coordination.
Looking forward to seeing you at our Graduation and social.
Library Books, Textbooks, Other School
Property
If you find items belonging to the school please drop them off as
soon as possible or if you find materials in the summer, you can
drop them off before school begins in September.
Anti Racism and Equity Plan
In following through with board policy at St.
Monica School we believe that every student is a unique
individual created by God and for God. To this end our respect
for all learners is embedded in the learning process to help all
achieve to their potential considering the various needs, diverse
talents, heritage, background, areas for growth. Co-operation,
tolerance and acceptance are continued requirements at St.
Monica School.
Storage of Medication
Any medication stored in the office will be sent home
with students on the last school day. (If you would like to make
alternate arrangements re: transportation of medication please
contact the school.) New forms will have to be completed by
parents and the child’s doctor for the new school year. A copy
of the required form(s) for 2015/2016 will be sent home with the
students in the near future.
Student Transportation
Bus routes will be posted on the front doors of our school
before classes resume on Sept. 8. All students who are eligible should be waiting at least 10 minutes before scheduled
arrival.
The distance is:
FDK-Gr. 1
1 km
Grade 2 - 4
1.6 km
Grade 5 - 8
2 km
Bus routes are usually received in the office the week before
school begins. This information will be posted on the front
windows of the school. If you move over the summer, and
you know your child qualifies for busing, please inform the
Student Transportation Department by July 15th, in order for
the change to take effect September 8, 2015. Please call
905-890-0614
Please Note: There will be few if any courtesy seats at
St. Monica School.
Lost & Found There is an abundance of lost items that have
been collected over the winter months. We have put out all
unclaimed articles on tables for students to go
through. Please remind your child/ren to go through these
items. We will display them in our front foyer until June
18th. Any unclaimed items will be donated to charity before
the end of the school year.
Storm Sewers Children playing in and around storm sewers and
watercourses, entering storm sewers through the outfalls and
entering storm sewers through access covers is dangerous and
can lead to a fatality. Please let your children know that water
flows in storm sewers and watercourses are unpredictable and
may change quickly, that toxic gases may be present, that tragic
falls could take place and access is restricted and rescue attempts are difficult. A verdict of the Coroner’s inquest into the
accidental death by drowning of students recommends that parents and schools educate students on the dangers of sewers.
PALS
Newsletters
Newsletters will normally be sent home at the beginning of
each month for those who have not signed up for Going
Green. Please look for them, as they will be sent home with
the youngest or only child in your family.
J. Correia and S. Perruzza are the leaders with PALS. Our
PALS group continue to work with students outside during lunch
and recess on cooperative games and conflict resolution. The
program is up and running, and is benefitting our outdoor unstructured recess and lunch times.
MILK PROGRAM
We will be continuing our milk program at St. Monica School.
Thanks to M. Hamilton, C. McIntyre, E Weseloh and our student volunteers for co-ordinating and distributing.
POPCORN
We continue to have Popcorn and Cookie Fridays.
Bring your toonies and enjoy a bag of Kernels popcorn or for a loonie enjoy a cookie. For $2.00 Ice
cream sandwiches are also available in June. Thanks to M.
Zarkovic, N. Leo and Gr. 8 students for coordinating.
PIZZA
Pizza days will continue this month for those
who have pre paid. The dates are June 4,
June 11, June 18 and June 25. Thanks to D. Doyle, J. Conway and the Gr. 8’s for coordinating and all staff for coordinating orders, as well as all families for submitting forms on
time and appreciating this special luncheon.
Report Cards Your child’s Gr. S.K.-8 Provincial Report Card is
being sent home Wednesday June 24th, 2015. We wish to bring to
your attention once more, Page 3, called the Response Form.
This page provides you the opportunity to comment on your
child’s achievement, goals and home support. Please complete
and sign this page. Send it back to your child’s teacher by June
25th, 2015. It will be included along with a copy of your child’s
report card in his/her Ontario School Record (OSR), which is kept
on file in the office. Our (FDK year 1) students will receive a
copy of their Early I.D. checklist.
Tuesday September 8, 2015 The first day of school! Staff will
be out in the schoolyard to greet our students for the new school
year and to direct them to their new classrooms.
School Hours 2015-2016 Our hours will continue to
be 9:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m., with lunch from 12:15 a.m.1:15 p.m. In 2014-2015, we will have three full day
kindergarten classes.
Currently PLASP is our after school provider, please contact the
office if you could use this service.
Father’s Day Wishing all fathers a
very happy and enjoyable Father’s Day
on June 21!
EXTRA CURRICULAR Choir Thanks to D. Doyle, M. Hamilton, M. Manalo, C. Thornton and S. McDonald who continue to
lead our choir. Thanks to the students with their beautiful voices
who are committing to our choir! Their Music Ministry continues
to be very appreciated. We are exceptionally proud of them for
competing in the BWCC. Our fabulous choir with angelic voices
under the direction of their choir leaders placed THIRD! Bravo!!!
PALS J. Correia, and S. Perruzza continue to coordinate our
students. Our PALS group works with students outside during
lunch and recess on cooperative games and conflict resolution.
We are pleased at the interest and involvement of staff and students for this wonderful program in collaboration with the Region
Of Peel.
Primary Art Club D. Doyle and T. Collier led our students in this
specific club. Many students signed up and enjoyed the club and
the specified skills they learned.
Knitting Club S. Alves led interested students in our knitting club,
congratulations to the students who committed themselves to this
club.
INFOpage - an online resource for information
about awards, scholarships, fundraising opportunities,
educational resources, professional development opportunities, parent/guardian resources and community events. To access the INFOpage, visit
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Primary Glee Club A. Tac is the lead teacher with our primary
glee club. Students are excited to participate and are having fun
while refining their vocal skills.
Student Council Thanks also to our Student Council for their
continued lead throughout our school. Acknowledgements go out
to M. Heitzner, L. Gredi and A. Tac for their lead with the students.
The students leadership throughout the school is very appreciated.
Student Faith Ambassadors Continue to take the lead on various initiatives throughout the school. The student faith ambassadors and the staff leads are truly making a difference at our
school.
Softball Our Intermediate students will be competing in their
tournament on June 11. Thanks to M. Manalo, Mr. Maheu, Daniel
M. for their lead.
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Track& Field Many students will be trying out and practicing for
our track and field team. Their competitions will be on June 16
and June 19. Thanks to the numerous teacher coaches; L.
Nunes, J. Mason, S. Perruzza, J. Correia, S. McDonald, S. Alves.
Beach Volleyball A. Attinello,, G. Mcleod, M. Zarkovic and N.
Leo are coaching these teams, we have four teams who will compete on June 4, we wish them all the best!
Skills Canada Congratulations to the students who made it to
the competition in Waterloo, they had a great day, the students
were awesome and learned a lot from the other teams! Thanks to
the parents for driving and to teacher leaders J. Mason and J.
Marshall.
You
may
go
to
www.stopr.ca for daily bus
cancellations or delays.
Are You Ticked? – Catholic Ratepayers Have You
Checked Your Tax Bill to Ensure Proper Tax Support?
Help us to maintain our right to publicly funded Catholic Education – if you are a Catholic ratepayer, we urge you to
check your property tax bill to ensure that your support is
directed to your local Catholic school board, in our case, the
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board.
If you are a tenant, you can verify your support by contacting
our Admissions Department at 905-890-0708 ext 24511,
24512 or 24519 or your local municipal office. By ensuring
that you are accurately recorded as a Catholic school supporter, you can help deliver a powerful message to the government about the level of support for publically funded
Catholic school board trustee, you must be registered as a
separate school supporter.
Insurance
With all the activities that take place at school in the playground,
the gym and in sports, accidents happen. Dental injuries can occur
when 2 children accidentally bump heads or fall. The school
board does not carry accident insurance for students. Extracurricular and excursions are an additional reason you may wish to
buy student accident insurance. An insurance package was sent
home with your child(ren). This is optional for families. You may
purchase coverage for your child at www.insuremykids.com or by
calling toll free at 1-800-463-KIDS (5437). Please direct your
questions to a Reliable Life Insurance Representative.
NO SMOKING ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
Consistent with the Tobacco Control Act, the Board’s policy prohibits smoking and holding lighted tobacco anywhere in the school or
on school property by anyone, at any time.
Criminal Reference Checks/Declaration Forms
BIKES, ROLLER BLADES, SKATEBOARDS
In keeping with the Safe Schools Act, all volunteers
must have a Criminal Reference Check. If you have
the time or inclination to be a volunteer, assist with
school trips, drive for sports events, assist with our
fundraiser(s), be an active member of school councildealing with children in any capacity, please contact
the office for a criminal reference check form, (this form
must be signed by myself )for the 2015-2016 school
year and deliver it to Peel Regional Police Headquarters, 7750 Hurontario Street Brampton Ontario. The
check is free for volunteers, but will assure the safety
of all students at St. Monica Catholic School. If you
already have a Criminal reference check on file at the
school, please complete the Criminal Offence Declaration form. Please have your check or declaration
completed so you can continue to be an important and
valued member at our school. Once you receive your
criminal check please submit it to myself (P. PeroniPrincipal). For the 2015-2016 school year, volunteers will not be allowed to assist with special
lunches, volunteer in the class, or go on excursions, there will not be any exceptions. So please
pick up a form ASAP from the office so we can continue to have educational excursions, presentations and special luncheons for our students, your
children.
Roller blades, scooters and skateboards are not allowed on school
property. It is a liability issue and we are not set up to supervise
activities using these items. Students who ride bikes to school
must walk them on school property. A reminder to all of our students that the law requires all children wear proper bicycle helmets. Please note, we cannot guarantee safe bicycle storage.
VALUABLES
Students are not to bring valuables or items of importance to
school. This includes trading cards, expensive sports equipment,
toys, personal electronic devices (cell phones) etc. The school cannot assume responsibility for valuables brought to school.
PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES
A reminder that Dufferin-Peel CDSB has a PED policy. Students
are asked to leave all electronic games, cell phones, iPods, walkmans, etc, at home. However we understand that in this age of
technology and communication, some students have these items.
The school will not be responsible for lost, damaged or stolen
items. We are a PED Pilot School, information was sent home
previously explaining this initiative.
CREATING CLASSES FOR NEXT YEAR
The process for the formation of classes for September 2015 has been tentatively completed. Creating the
best and most functional class groupings is a task that
requires much thought, consideration and careful
planning. Our goal is to establish balanced classrooms. These classes consist of students who will
work together and therefore will enrich each other’s
learning experiences.
In creating our classes we considered the following:
Class Placements You will NOT be receiving a tentative class
placement with your child’s report card. A placement for grades
will be determined, however room numbers will not be assigned. We will work together the last week of August to make
tentative plans. Yet again in September, as families continue
to move in and out of the school area, we may have to revise
the lists. Reorganization may once again be a possibility in
September if there is a major change in our enrolment. Final
class placements are usually assured by the middle of September. The final day of school for 2014-2015 will be Friday, June
26th.
learning styles / work habits
Safety Drills
gender balance (male/female)
Throughout the year, students and staff participate in fire and
lockdown practices. During these drills students are instructed
on specific procedures to follow. Fire and Lockdown practices
ensure that students are aware of procedures should an actual
emergency occur. These drills help to ensure the safety of all
students, staff, parents and community members that may be
visiting the school.
balanced academic abilities
social, emotional and physical needs
student experience in combined class
behavioural needs
Special Education or English Language Learner
needs
balance of maturity needs
• Staffing is always tentative and changes can take
place between now and September.
Few, if any schools in Ontario today are without combined grades. Combined grade classes can be beneficial to the students by allowing for appropriate class
organization and a balanced number of students in
each class. Our teachers and other professional staff
carefully construct these combined grades. Many
factors are considered, including peer group relationships, previous placements, social, academic and behavioural factors.
Programs in schools today are highly specialized,
which substantially reduces the impact of combined
grade classes. Combined grades can do much to
enhance independent work skills among our students.
Parents/guardians can assist their child in adjusting to
a new placement by giving support and reassurance.
Class placements are tentative until the September
2015 enrolment is finalized.
IMMUNIZE ON TIME.
REPORT EVERY TIME.
Report All Immunizations Your Child Receives to Peel Public Health.
Online at www.immunizepeel.ca
Call Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700
Fax at 905-565-0426
Summer School
There is an opportunity for students to attend summer school,
which is meant for students who need a boost in their learning.
For Grades 1 to 6, a Summer Literacy Camp is available in July
from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. There is a fee for this camp. Summer school for Grade 7 & 8 will also be available, free of
charge. For further information, please contact your child’s
classroom teacher.
SCHOOL COUNCIL NEWS
School Council & Community Bulletin Board
Located by the library. Feel free to check the bulletin board
regularly for School Council Updates, School/Board Updates and Community events.
Volunteers Needed Thank you to those who filled in and
submitted the Volunteer Network Form. Volunteers are still
required for our year end mass, barbecue and outdoor
dance on June 9, 2015, please contact your child’s teacher
for additional information as to what is involved for this.
School Council Meeting
Our next school council meeting will be held on Tuesday
June 2 at 6:30 p.m. in our library, all are welcome to attend. NEW MEMBERS WELCOMED!
Mr. Sub Lunches
Thursday June 12th is Mr. Sub Lunch for those who prepaid.
Thanks to Tish G. for continuing to coordinate and provide
this additional lunch service to our community. Please call
the office if you are able to assist with this luncheon.
BE AT PEACE
YOU Make A Difference!!!
Thank you to all parents/guardians who:
•volunteered to coordinate /assist with the Mr. Sub luncheonTish
•completed the LINK newsletter-Luana
•contact the teacher or office with a concern or compliment
•volunteer on a regular basis or quick notice basis
•assist your children in following our Code of Conduct, and
safe bus procedures
•are able to transport your son/daughter/friends to various
extra-curricular events and/or assist with supervision
•continue to respect our Kiss and Ride procedures and are
following our safe school drive way practices
•will be able to attend out Year end mass on June 9th
•will be purchasing and coordinating juice for our barbecue/
dance on June 9th-Yarlene and Anthony
•appreciate and thank the council for coordinating the year
end barbecue
•reinforce respectful behavior with your son/daughter
•appreciate all staff members for all they do for all students
•appreciate all the additional extra-curriculars, excursions
offered to your children
•support our summer dress code
Do not look forward in fear to the
changes of life; rather look to them with full
hope that as they arise, God, whose very
own you are, will lead you safely through
all things; And when you cannot stand it,
God will carry you in His arms.
•supported and appreciated our FDK Celebration of Learning
•ensured your children were in attendance for EQAO
Do not fear what may happen tomorrow;
The same everlasting Father who cares for
you today will take care of you today and
every day.
He will either shield you from suffering or
will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace and put aside all anxious
thoughts and imaginations.
St. Francis de Sales
This is the moment to continue to teach our faith! In Catholic
schools we provide space and time for the holy.
Let Us Not Forget! One Solitary Life
“Guided by the Spirit…growing as a
family”
Catholic Education
We continue to thank our predecessors for
their pursuance and convictions. We need
to be convinced that Catholic Education is
worth holding onto. Our continued partnership will assist in ensuring the existence of
our Catholic system.
In July we will be celebrating Canada, its history, values, cultures and
traditions. This would be a good
time to remind ourselves to celebrate
our own families.
Teach your children what is important about your family’s traditions, history, values and faith. Encourage your children to honor and
love who they are as family.
“Keep these words that I am commanding you today in your heart.
Recite them to your children and
talk about them when you are at
home and when you are away, when
you lie down and when you rise.”
Deuteronomy 6:6-7
Families spending time with families
creates bonds of friendship and cements communities. Tell your children they also belong to a family of
faith. Spend time with extended
family, family friends and your parish family; you’ll benefit from all of
them!
Families spending time with families
creates bonds of friendship and cements communities.
Tell your children
they also belong to a
family of faith.
Jeremiah told the people of Israel in captivity“ We forgot who we were” I pray we never forget that, The
roots of our tree of Catholic Education are religious, spiritual, and Catholic. This is the moment to continue to
teach our faith! In Catholic schools we provide space and
time for the holy.
ONTARIO CATHOLIC GRADUATE
EXPECTATIONS
Vision of the Learner This Month: Caring Family
Member and Responsible Citizen:
A CARING FAMILY MEMBER WHO: Relates to family members in a
loving, compassionate and respectful manner. Recognizes human
intimacy and sexuality as God given gifts, to be used as the creator
intended. Values and honours the important role of the family in society. Values and nurtures opportunities for family prayer. Ministers to
the family, school, parish, and wider community through service.
A RESPONSIBLE CITIZEN WHO: Acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic traditions. Accepts accountability for one's
own actions. Seeks and grants forgiveness. Promotes the sacredness of life. Witnesses Catholic social teaching by promoting equality, democracy, and solidarity for a just, peaceful and compassionate
society. Respects and affirms the diversity and interdependence of
the world's peoples and cultures. Respects and understands the history, cultural heritage and pluralism of today's contemporary society.
Exercises the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship. Respects the environment and uses resources wisely. Contributes to
the common good.
This image of the learner was developed by the Institute for Catholic
Education in consultation with representatives of the Catholic community across Ontario. The life roles, knowledge, skills and attitudes
outlined in this document describe the distinctive expectations that
the Catholic community has for graduates of Catholic secondary
schools. These expectations are based on research which identified
current and future educational goals and priorities across the province and enhance the expectations of the Ontario Ministry of Education and Training as outlined in provincial curriculum documents. For
more information, visit the Institute for Catholic Education website. See more at: http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/Students/