April 2016
35 Black Oak Drive
Brampton, ON
L6R 1B9
Ph.: 905-458-7080
Fax: 905-458-1657
CELEBRATING ‘DAY OF PINK’ AT PROVIDENCE
Principal
R. Pazzelli
Vice-Principal
A. Fiore
Head Secretary
P. Giuliano
Assistant Secretary
R. Reda
Superintendent
L. Storey
905–890–1221
Trustee
S. Xaviour
905–890-1221
Parish
St. Marguerite d’Youville
2490 Sandalwood Pkwy E
Brampton
905-792-8049
Pastors
Fr. R. Mignella
School Council CoChairs
V. Pedley
L. Alonzi
School Website:
www.dpcdsb.org/PROVI
April 13, 2016, marks the International Day of Pink. It is a day where communities
across the country can unite in celebrating diversity and raising awareness of all
forms of bullying. It is a day where we all live a clear message: anyone can bully,
anyone can be victimized by bullying, but together we can stop it!
Each student and Staff member, wore pink to show that we understand and live this
message! We make an effort to stop bullying and ensure that each person is
included. We are all united! Way to go Providence!
Important Sacramental Dates and Activities
First Holy Communion:
Grade 2 Students - St. Marguerite D’Youville Parish
Holy Communion—Prayer/Activity
Friday April 15, 2016
First Holy Communion
Saturday April 23, 2016
Confirmation:
Grade 8 Students—St. Marguerite D’Youville Parish
Confirmation Practice
Sunday May 1, 2016
Confirmation
Thursday May 5, 2016
FIRST COMMUNION:
SECOND TERM REPORTING:
Our Grade 2 students will receive the
Sacrament of First Holy Communion on
April 23 @ 10:30 am at St. Marguerite
D’Youville Church. This Spiritual experience will assist students in developing a
closer union with Jesus and to share in the
mission of bringing God’s love to all people.
The final term Report Card will be sent home
on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. If you still wish
to meet with your child’s teacher, please
phone to make an appointment for an
interview.
The final school day is Thursday, June 30, 2016.
VALUABLES AT SCHOOL:
CONFIRMATION:
Our Grade 8 students will receive the
Sacrament of Confirmation on May 5 @
7pm at St. Marguerite D’Youville Church.
We look forward to their continued commitment in the preparation for this Sacrament.
LENTEN MASS & FOOD DRIVE:
Lenten Mass, took place on Wednesday,
February 17, 2016 in our school gym.
We held our final Food Drive of the
school year and we would like to take
this opportunity to thank you for your donations of nonperishable food items.
Thank you for helping those in need during the Season of
Lent and Easter.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
On Wednesday March 23, 2016 we paid homage to the
passion of Christ during the
Stations of the Cross event. Mrs.
Marchese and Mrs. Noce. and students worked hard to convey the
significant message of the events
during the Holy Week!
Students are requested not to bring valuables or items of
importance to school. This includes
CDs, Game Boys, Cells Phones,
expensive sports equipment, etc.
We cannot assume responsibility for
lost or damaged valuables.
SUMMER LITERACY/NUMERACY PROGRAMME FOR GR. 7 & 8 STUDENTS:
The Dufferin-Peel Board and Ministry, offers Elementary
Summer School for Gr. 7 & 8 students who would benefit
from additional review and consolidation of skills.
Students must take both Literacy & Numeracy classes!
With teacher and Principal recommendations, your child
may register for these programs.
Summer School will take place from July 4 — July 22,
2016 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm each day. Transportation
is provided.
The deadline for applications is May 29, 2015.
Please refer to the attached information.
ARE YOU MOVING AWAY:
EQAO TESTING FOR
GRADES 3 & 6:
Grades 3 and 6 students will
participate in the Provincial
Education, Quality and Accountability Office testing
between May 25— June 8, 2016.
Attendance is very important and we ask that, if at all
possible, to refrain from making appointments during
this time!
If you are moving before the end of the school year or over
the summer, we would ask that you please inform the
school office as soon as possible so that class lists may
accurately reflect the number of students enrolled and the
space available for growth.
As new neighbours move in, it would
also be appreciated if you would
mention to them that registration
before September is helpful in school
planning.
SUMMER SCHOOL LITERACY CAMP:
PLANNING FOR SEPTEMBER 2016:
A literacy reinforcement program for
students in SK — Gr. 6 is available at
various sites in the Board. Teachers
deliver a balanced literacy curriculum to
help students build literacy skills. There
is a fee for these programs. Your child’s
teacher will need to recommend your
child for this camp. Please contact your child’s teacher
Even before we have completed the present school year,
planning for next September has begun. The Staff will soon
begin the process of developing tentative Class Lists. Care is
taken, based on current information, to place students in an
environment that is felt to be conducive to their social,
psychological and academic growth.
SUMMER ADULT PROGRAMS:
There are various Adult Programs
during the summer:
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DPCDSB Adult Co-Op
ESL (Non-Credit)
FSL
Adult Computer Classes
For detailed information, please call:
 Brian J. Fleming Adult Learning Center at
(905) 891-3034
 St. Gabriel Adult Learning Center at
(905)891-9263
 Adult and Continuing Education Office at
(905) 891-9263
 St. Kateri Tekakwitha Adult Learning Center at
(905) 891-9263
 LINC at (905) 279-6816
Or check the website at:
www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/Programs/Adult+Education/
TRAFFIC SAFETY:
As the year progresses at Our Lady of Providence
School, reminders become necessary for drivers to adhere to traffic safety rules in the front of the school, the
Kiss and Ride lanes and parking lot. Please refer to the
attached flyer regarding these important reminders!
Any parent wishing further input is asked to submit their
request in writing prior to May 27, 2016. Please consider the
following guidelines if you wish to submit your request:
 Input must be made in writing to the Principal.
 Frame requests in terms of educational contexts: eg. Your
child’s learning needs/ strengths/ style (information not
already known to the school)/ best learning environment..
 Please do not make requests for specific teachers as
staffing is always tentative and
changes can take place between
now and September.
For your information, teachers will
receive a copy of your letter.
SCHOOL YARD RULES FOR
RECESS AND LUNCH HOUR:
With Staff input and for keeping children’s
safety in mind, a few ‘rules’ have been
developed. We ask that you support student
safety and review the following rules with
your children:
 Keep your hands and feet to yourself
 Manhunt (or like games that are aggressive) are not
permitted
 Football is not permitted
 Soccer is on field only!
 Tag can be acceptable if students are playing safely
(supervisor is to make the determination)
SAFETY-BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, ROLLER
BLADES, SCOOTERS ON SCHOOL
PROPERTY:
APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY..PUDDLES:
With the rainy season upon us, there
are puddles and mud in the schoolyard
where children can get wet socks and
clothing. Our school approach is to
contact parents to bring dry clothing.
This is often inconvenient for parents.
Therefore, may we suggest that you
pack an extra pair of socks and track pants in your
child’s backpack in the event that a change of clothing
is necessary.
Bicycle season has arrived. We remind students of
the importance of following traffic safety rules.
Students are reminded that bicycles must be walked on to
the school grounds and must be chained and locked.
Unfortunately, even chained bikes can be quickly removed
by thieves. It is suggested that expensive or hard to replace
bikes remain at home as the school cannot be responsible for
stolen or damaged bicycles. It is the law that all children
wear proper bicycle helmets.
Scooters, skateboards & rollerblades are not
permitted on school property!
THE KIDSSENTIALS HOT LUNCH PROGRAM:
VOLUNTEER CRIMINAL REFERENCE
CHECKS (REMINDER):
Take a break from packing lunch!
Kidssentials is the fresh, hot lunch provider
at our school! The Lunch Menu for April—
June 2016 is now available to order online.
To place an order, please log in or create
your Family’s account at: www.kidssentials.com
If you are interested in volunteering in the school, you are
required to provide a Criminal Reference Check. The
application may be requested at the school Office and must
be taken to the Peel Regional Police headquarters for
processing. Once the CRC is complete, the information is
mailed to the applicant’s home address, or in most cases
are completed the same day. The school only
receives this information when the volunteer
produces it. Please consider obtaining your
Criminal reference Check in advance, before
you find yourself disappointed!
Contact the office if you wish to begin this
process.
Lunch Cancellation Policy:
If your child is away on a Kidssentials lunch day (illness,
field trip, etc.) Kidssentials must be notified directly
before 8am and a credit will be applied to your account
for future use—kindly provide as much notice as
possible for all cancellations.
Kidssentials may be reached at (905) 855-1914 or via
emails at: mail@kidssentials.com
WELCOME TO KINDERGARTEN EVENING:
On Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 6:30 pm, we will be
hosting a ‘W elcome to Kindergarten’ evening for those
students (and their parents) who will be starting school
for the first time in September, 2016.
Children and their parents will be involved in activities
that promote student school readiness. At the end of the
evening, each child will take home a bag of materials to
promote readiness activities at home. These bags are
provided by ‘The Learning Partnership’. Please contact
Ms. Reda for more information.
SOCIAL WORK WEEK COMMITTEE OF
DPCDSB OFFERS THIS MESSAGE:
Helpful Hints to Effective Parenting:
 Treat your child/teen with dignity, respect and love.
 Support & encourage your child spiritually, socially
& emotionally
 Promote positive self-image, self-esteem & sense of
self
 Establish age appropriate expectations for your child/
teen
 Set clear, concise boundaries
 Be consistent
 Play with and enjoy your child/teen
 Allow your child/teen space to be an individual
 Provide opportunity for your child to exercise
decision-making skills
 Maintain clear parent/child boundaries
 Pick your battles, don’t sweat the small stuff
THE BOARD’S TWITTER ACCOUNT:
DPCDSB is now on Twitter!
For the latest board news and information, follow us @
DPCDSBSchools.
KISS’N RIDE LANE:
Help us to keep all children safe!!
Please be advised that NO VEHICLES are
allowed to park in the Kiss’n Ride Lane at the
front of the school.
If parents are waiting while picking up their children, they
are to wait at the end of the Kiss’n Ride Lane.
The Kiss’n Ride Staff member will release your child(ren)
as soon as you reach the end of the lane. You may also use
the designated side streets or Visitors’ Parking places at the
front of the school. Please ensure that you read all street
signs.
The City of Brampton has been patrolling and have ticketed
cars who are in violation of these parking procedures. Our
Lady of Providence or the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board will not be responsible for any fines that have
been given to cars that are not following city parking bylaws.
When dropping off students at the front of the school, you
must release them to the Staff member assisting with the
Kiss’n Ride procedure. The Staff member stands at the end
of the lane near the driveway at the front of the school.
Parents of KINDERGERTEN students MUST park their car
and walk their child to the designated area in front of the
school. PLEASE DO NOT PARK in the Kiss’n Ride Lane
or Drive Through Lane.
SENIOR KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION
CEREMONIES:
The Staff and SK students of our Kindergarten classes are
busy preparing to celebrate their Graduation. These Celebrations / Graduations will take
place in the third week of June.
We will update everyone as we
get more information.
WORLD’S FINEST CHOCOLATE
FUNDRAISER:
Our ‘World’s Finest Chocolates’ Fundraiser is now over!
A big thank you to all families who participated in either
selling chocolates or for offering donations. We have been
able to raise over $6,000.
HOT LUNCH DATES:
Please find below a list of all our Hot Lunch dates:
PIZZA:
KIDSSENTIALS:
April 8, 22
April 4, 11, 18, 25
May 6, 20
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
June 3, 17
June 6, 13, 20
SUBS:
HOT DOGS:
April 15, 29
April 20
May 12, 27
June 10
On June 24, there is a pizza day for those who didn’t get pizza on the snow day March 24th.
2016 OLOP DANCE TEAM:
Our 2016 Dance Team has been busy preparing for the
Brampton 11th Annual Dance Event. This amazing event
will take place at the Rose Theatre on Tuesday, April 19,
2016.
Our Dancers have been working hard and are extremely
excited to perform their routine on stage. We wish our
team the best of luck!
THE NEXT SCHOOL COUNCIL MEETING:
On May 2nd, Our Lady of Providence will be hosting it’s first
ever Chapters Book Fundraiser. We will receive a percentage
of the total sales of the evening. The event will run from 6:30
- 9:30. We look forward to seeing you there.
Our next School Council meetings will take place on June 6th
at 7:00 p.m.
All parents/guardians are welcome to attend.
Please join us!
ATTACHMENTS:
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April 2016 Calendar
May 2016 Calendar
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Public Budget Consultation Opportunities
Current Issues and Budget Pressures
Kindergarten Registration Flyer
7. Spring 2016 Workshops-Learning Disabilities Association
8. Chapters Fundraiser
CHESS TEAM:
On Wednesday April 6th, 2016, the Junior and Intermediate
Chess Teams went to Good Shepherd School to participate in
the Family of Schools Tournament. Both teams played very
well, showing good sportsmanship, and won
many of their individual matches. Ms.
Jordan and Ms. Owens would like to
congratulate the following players for a job
well done: Roan, Ashton, Jack, Adam, Lydia, Wevalven,
Bolu, Paige, Peter, Evaline, Mariana, and Karolina.
JUNIOR SPEECH COMPETITION:
On Wednesday, March 9th the Junior Speech Competition took
place at our school. Two students from each of the junior
division classes were chosen to represent their classes. In total
18 students presented their speeches. The judges, Mme.
Varano, Mr. Farhat and Ms. Fiore had the difficult task of
choosing the top 3.
Congratulations to:
Honorable Mention: Akaylah D., who presented on Why We
Should Not Cut Down Trees
3rd Place: Emilia B., who presented on Meditation
2nd place: Jamie B., who presents on the Fears and Phobias
1st place: Alex Milgram., who present on Time Travel
All candidates did a fabulous job!
LIBRARY NEWS:
We continue to make updates to the physical environment in the
library. We recently purchased new tables and chairs to accompany the
SMART Board. Students were totally surprised to see the new tables
and were happy to have a larger space to read and collaborate with
their peers.
Monday April 11th - Wednesday April 13th our library will be
undergoing its inventory. Any books that continue to be missing will
be the responsibility of the student to replace. We are no longer
accepting used books in lieu of missing books. Students will be
notified of outstanding books as well as the cost to replace them.
The Forest of Reading is coming to a close this month. All students in
Kindergarten to Grade 2 as well as students who participated in the
Silver Birch and Red Maple clubs will be voting for their favourite
book the week of the 18th. The final date to submit the results to the
Forest of Reading is Thursday April 21st. Special thank you goes out
to Ms. Pichur and Ms. Larocque for their time and dedication in
running the Silver Birch program as they helped to foster an even
greater joy and love for reading in our school.
Don’t forget to save the date! Monday May 2nd Our Lady of
Providence will hold its final fundraiser this year from 6:30pm-9:30pm
at the Indigo Chapters at the Bovaird location. A percentage of the
sales from the purchases made this night will go to our school. There
will also be some student performances and activities.
April 2016
SPRING HAS SPRUNG!
Sun Mo Tue Wed Thu Fri
1
Sat
2
* SUB
Day
3
10
17
Time to Begin Anew!
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5
6
7
8
9
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SCHO
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COUN
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Mtg at
* SCIENTIST in
the School
for
Gr. 6s
* Popcorn
day
* SCIENTISTs fot
Gr. 6s
* EQAO
* CCCC
Safe
School
Action
Team Mtg
* EQAO
*
SCHOOL
WIDE
WALK
* HUDDLE-UP
* CCCSC
MARKET
PLACE
Event at
St. Joseph
S.S. be-
11
12
13
14
15
16
* PA
Day
(Health
&
Safety
Initia-
* SCIENTIST for
FDK
classes
* SCIENTIST for
FDK
classes
*
ZUMBA
*
ZUMBA
for Gr. 4,
5 or 6
* EQAO
After
* HOLY
COMMUNION
Prayer &
Activity at
the
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19
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23
*
ZUMB
A for
Gr. 4, 5
or 6
* FOR-
* DANCE
COMPETITION
* FOREST of
READ-
*
FRENCH
CAFÉ (all
day)
* HOT
DOG
*
ZUMBA
for Gr. 4,
5 or 6
* SCIENTIST for
* EARTH
Day
* PIZZA
day
* FIRST
HOLY
COMMUNION
Day for
Gr. 2s at
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30
*
DRAMA
Workshops
*
ZUMBA
for Gr. 4,
5&6
*
ZUMBA
for Gr. 4,
5 or 6
* EQAO
* DENTAL
Screening
for JK,
SK, & Gr.
* SPIRIT
Day:
‘Favourite
Jersey
Day’
May 2016
Mary,
Queen of the May
Sun
Mon Tue
Wed Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
* Gr. 7 &
8s to Confirmation
Practice at
the
* CATHOLIC EDUCATION
WEEK
begins
* Mrs.
Varano &
YFAs to
Dr. Simone
* OPEN
* EQAO
After
School
Session
* SCIENTIST in the
School
* EQAO
After
* DIVERSITY Conference
* R.A.I.D.,
Gr. 6s
8
9
10
11
12
13
* VIRTUES
Assemblies
* Int.
Board
* VIRTUES
Assemblies
* EQAO
After
* SCHOOL
WIDE
WALK
* EQAO
After
* P.A. Day
* SUB Day
17
18
19* FDK
20
* FDK Fire
Station
Trip
* PARENT
* RICE
KRISPIE
Day
* FDK Fire
Station
Fire Station Trip
* EQAO
After
School
* SUPER
HERO
Spirit Day
* R.A.I.D,
Gr. 6s
23
24*
25*
26*
27
* VICTORIA Day!
(Schools
Closed)
YOUTH
ED. Programme
for Lippa,
YOUTH
ED. Programme
for
YOUTH
ED. Programme
for Mrs.
* R.A.I.D,
Gr. 6s
* SUB Day
30
31*
* MOTHER’s
DAY!
15
16
* PENTECOST
SUNDAY!
22
Bring flowers of the fairest,
Bring flowers of the rarest...
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POST
Confirmation Visit
by Fr.
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