St. Rose of Lima Catholic Elementary School
February/March, 2016
4590 The Gallops
Mississauga, ON
L5M 3A9
Ph: (905) 828-4076
Fax: (905) 828-4740
Principal
J. Coughlin
Vice Principal
P. Basran
Head Secretary
C. Rogers
Friendship Prayer
Help me, O God, to be a good and true friend.
To be always loyal, and never to let my friends down;
Never to talk about them behind their backs in a way in which I
Would not do before their faces;
Never to betray a confidence or talk about the things about which
I ought to be silent;
Always to be ready to share everything I have;
To be as true to my friends as I would wish them to be to me.
This I ask of you who are
The greatest and the truest of all friends.
Director of Education
M. Mazzorato
905-890-1221
Associate Director
J. Hrajnik
905-890-1221
Associate Director
S. McWatters
905-890-1221
Superintendent
T. Cruz
905–890–1221
Trustee
S. Hobin
905-301-1210
Pastor
Fr. V .Vlasic
Associate Pastor
Fr. S. Birchall
Parish
Merciful Redeemer
2775 Erin Centre Blvd
Mississauga, ON
L5M 5W2
(905) 812-0030
School Council
Chair
S. DaSilva
School Website:
http://www.dpcdsb.org/
RLIMA
Administrators’ Message…
As brothers and sisters who share one Holy Spirit, we are all valuable to God. We all
deserve to be shown courtesy, consideration, sensitivity and thoughtfulness which are
different ways of saying respect.
At St. Rose of Lima we have a school environment where respect servers as the
foundation for all that we do. Students treat their peers with kindness and
consideration. Love and respect are central to all of our interactions.
In this year of Mercy, we would like to thank all members of the school community for
their continued support. Together, we can continue to make St. Rose of Lima a
dynamic, caring and loving school community.
Your Partners in Education,
J. Coughlin and P. Basran
Learning Together
Your continued support allows St. Rose of Lima to be a faith filled and dynamic school.
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Virtue of the Month:
Respect
For though I am free with
respect to all, I have made
myself a slave to all, so that I
might win more of them.
(1 Cor 9:19)
We are all desperate to be treated respectfully by others.
However, in order to be respected we also have to
respect ourselves. Everyone has a right to go to
school/work free of gossip, name calling, and put-downs.
We should expect to be treated with respect by everyone
we meet – our brothers and sisters in Jesus.
Our Daily Prayer for February:
Let us pray for the virtue of respect
so that we meet will feel like we are their brother or sister
in Christ.
AMEN
From the perspective of the Catholic Graduate
Expectations, a person with respect…
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Has a confident, positive sense of self and respect
for the dignity and welfare of others.
Honours the rights, responsibilities and contributions
of self and others.
Values and honours the important role of family in
society.
Values the environment and uses resources wisely
Honors the faith tradition, world religions and life
journeys of all people of good well.
Respect is love in plain clothes. – Frankie Byrne
Please note: All Virtue information is included in the front
pages of your child’s agenda.
Ontario Catholic School Graduate
Expectations
Distinctive expectations for graduates
of Catholic schools are determined
and shaped by the vision and destiny
of the human person emerging from
our faith tradition. Catholic education
views human life as an integration of
body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in this
vision, Catholic education fosters the
search for knowledge as a lifelong
spiritual and academic quest.
The Graduate is expected to be:
1. A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith
community who celebrates the signs and sacred
mystery of God's presence through word, sacrament,
prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living.
2. An effective communicator who speaks, writes and
listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in
light of gospel values.
3. A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who
solves problems and makes responsible decisions with
an informed moral conscience for the common good.
4. A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner who
develops and demonstrates their God-given potential.
5. A collaborative contributor who finds meaning,
dignity and vocation in work which respects the rights of
all and contributes to the common good.
6. A caring family member who attends to family,
school, parish, and the wider community.
Liturgical and Sacramental Dates
7. A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic
social teaching by promoting peace, justice and the
sacredness of human life.
† Ash Wednesday: Wed., Feb. 10th at 2:00 pm
Parish Information:
† First Reconciliation: Tues., Feb. 16th at 11 am
† Stations of the Cross: Thurs., March 24th
† First Communion: Sat., April 16th at 5 pm
† Crowning of Mary: Thurs., May 12th
† Gr. 7 Confirmation: Sat., April 9th at 10:30 am
† Gr. 8 Confirmation: Sat., April 9th at 1:00 pm
Merciful Redeemer Mass Times:
Monday
12:15 pm
Tuesday
7:00 pm
Wednesday
12:15 pm
Thursday
7:00 pm
Friday
12:15 pm, 7:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am; 5:00 pm; 7:00 pm(Youth Mass)
Sunday
8:30 am; 10:30 am; 11:30 am; 7:00 pm
† Year End Mass: Wed., June 22nd at 10:30 am
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Grade 2 Reconciliation
Family Day
On Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.
our Grade 2 students will participate in the
Sacrament of Reconciliation at Merciful
Redeemer Parish. Parents are always
welcome to attend. Many thanks to
D. DiLella, Sister Diane, Father Vid, Father
Scott and our parents for their spiritual
guidance.
Congratulations to all our Grade 2 students on this
important milestone on their spiritual journey.
Confirmation Candidate Lenten Promises
and Confessions
Lenten Promises will be taking place at Merciful
Redeemer Parish on Saturday, February 20th at 7pm.
Grade 7 and 8 Confirmation candidates will have the
opportunity to have their confessions heard on
Wednesday, March 2nd at St. Rose of Lima Schools.
Lenten Season
Our Liturgical Season of Lent
begins with our Ash Wednesday
Service on February 10 at 2:00 pm
Thank you to Ms. DeOliveria and
Ms. Rodrigues for organizing the prayer
service. During our six week
Lenten journey we recognize and discuss with our
students our human frailties which causes us to sin. We
prepare for the coming of Easter through reflection,
prayer and charity. We respond to Jesus’ call for a
“change of heart” by becoming stronger in our will to say
‘yes’ to God and ‘no’ to our selfishness. We look forward
to our Lenten journey together, a strengthened and
renewed faith in God’s will.
A reminder to all parents that
Monday, February 15, 2016 is
Family Day, and there will be no
school on this day.
Catholic School Council
Communication between home and school is greatly
enhanced by parental involvement with the Catholic
School Council. The aim of the Catholic School Council
is to promote the vision, values, sacramental life and
Catholic practices of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board and the Catholic community it serves and
to advise the principal and the Board. Future meetings
are scheduled for:
February 17, 2016 at 7pm
April 13, 2016 at 7 pm
June 8, 2016 at 7 pm.
Shrove Tuesday/Pancake Day
The School Council is planning its Annual Pancake Day
for Shrove Tuesday on February 9th during the morning.
Pancakes are offered as a snack to the children and are
prepared and served by a group of dedicated parent
volunteers.
Congregated Gifted Parent Information
Session
· Learn about the Regional Gifted Program
Intermediate Confirmation Retreat
Students in Grade 7 and 8 participated in a Confirmation
Retreat on February 3rd, 2016. Students spent the day at
Merciful Redeemer Parish. They engaged in co-operative
activities and reflected on their journey toward
Confirmation.
· Meet the teachers
· Meet other potential students
· Learn about the student visit in June
When: Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: St. Rose of Lima School Library
Youth Faith Ambassadors
Mrs. DiMauro and our Youth Faith Ambassadors will
participate in the annual “We Are One” conference on
March 4th, 2016 at Merciful Redeemer Parish. Students
will listen to motivational speakers, learn about special
justice challenges in our community. These students will
work with our Christian Student Council to promote
inclusivity and diversity at school.
Extended French Application Deadline
The deadline for registration is Tuesday, February 16,
2016 @ 3:00 p.m. In the case of a lottery it will be held
@ St. Rose of Lima School on Wednesday,
February 24, 2016.
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Valentine’s Red, Pink and White
Day
During the first two weeks of February
candygrams will be on sale. The proceeds will be
donated to ShareLife. There will be a JK-Grade 8 dance
on Friday February 12th, 2016. All students are
encouraged to wear red, pink and white.
Black History Month
Black History Month is
an opportunity to share
the historical and
present contributions
of African Canadians.
Black History Month
has been celebrated in
Canada since the
1950s. During the
month of February we will be having Black History “Who
Am I,” identifying those who have made a significant
contribution to our society. St. Rose will also be holding
a Black History Month Assembly at the end of the month.
Think Green Newsletter
Thank you to all parents who have responded to our
invitation to receive the newsletter electronically. We are
pleased to forward our school newsletter electronically to
those who have signed up for this option. It is not too
late for other interested families to sign up for this. Think
Green option. Forms are available at the office to
request this method of receiving the newsletter.
EQAO Grade 3 and
Grade 6 Testing
> May 25 - June 8
The EQAO (Education Quality and Accountability Office)
testing of our Grade 3 and 6 students will take place
from May 26 - June 5. Please avoid scheduling any
doctor’s appointments or anything else that will
take your child out of school during these
testing dates. Tests and materials cannot be given
out to parents prior to or during the testing. Previous
media accounts revealed that some parents and children
become anxious about this test. Please try to keep this
testing in perspective for your child. A letter to grade 3
and 6 parents with further information will be sent home
closer to the testing dates.
Cold Weather - Outdoor Play
The winter season is upon us. Please
ensure that your child comes to school
prepared to participate in all activities,
including outdoor recess. All children
should have hats, scarves, gloves,
warm coats and boots, labeled with
their names.
In colder weather we often receive requests to allow
children to remain indoors, when students have a cold,
flu etc. Please note that we cannot comply, as we have
neither the facilities, nor the staff to supervise these
students. If you feel your child is not well enough to go
outside, it would be best for you to keep your child
home.
Please be advised that students are kept indoors at
recess during the winter months only when the weather
conditions are extremely cold. (When the wind chill
equivalent temperature is minus 25 degrees Celsius or
lower, as per school Board policy). We obtain our
weather information from the Environment Canada
Weather Information Line. With the exception of these
occasions, all children will go out for recesses and the
lunch break.
We would appreciate your support in reinforcing the
school rule that all snow stays on the ground. For
everyone’s safety we do not allow snowballs, kicking
snow, or any other snow\ice activity that could lead to
potential harm or injury.
We also ask that your child have a pair of indoor shoes
for classroom use, labeled with their name for easy
identification and a pair of outdoor shoes in order to
maintain a clean environment and permit students to be
prepared in case of unexpected evacuations. Your help
with this is appreciated.
Safety at St. Rose of Lima
Students are reminded to enter or exit the school yard by
using only the paved walkways on the east or west sides
of the school building.
Thank you to all parents who ensure our students’
safety by not driving in the school driveway when
picking up or dropping off your children.
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2015-16 School Year Calendar
Additional Professional Activity Day:
Monday, April 11, 2016
Terms of the recent contract settlement between the
teacher federations and the Ministry of Education
included the provision of an additional Professional
Activity Day for the 2015-2016 school year for both
elementary and secondary schools. Recently, boards
were directed to schedule this additional Professional
Development Day on or before April 15, 2016.
In the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board,
the designated additional Professional Activity Day
has been scheduled for Monday, April 11, 2016.
Therefore, there will be no classes for either
elementary or secondary students on Monday,
April 11, 2016.
Thank you for your attention to this addition to the 20152016 School Year Calendar.
St. Rose of Lima is on Twitter!
Study Hall @ Lima
Study Hall is a school specific initiative led
by staff to provide extra time and an
opportunity for students to work on
homework and assignments. It takes
place Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday in
the school library, from 12:35 pm to 1:15 pm. Study Hall
provides a quiet area for students to catch-up, complete,
or to get ahead of homework and assignments. Staff
volunteer to supervise study hall. Thank you to S. Leach,
C. Adebajo and T. McMahon for organizing study hall.
Athletics at St. Rose of Lima –
Go Lions Go!
Junior Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Teams
The Junior Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball
teams are preparing for their regular
season play. Games are scheduled for
February 9th and February 17th at St. Rose
of Lima. Many thanks to P. DelVecchio for dedicating his
time and talent to coach these students!
Our twitter account is:
@RLimaDPCDSB
Inclement Weather, School Closures and
Bus Cancellations
During the winter months inclement
weather may cause disruption to bus
transportation and regular school
operations. A decision to cancel
school transportation and/or to close
schools is usually made by 6:00 a.m.
and will be announced on the
following radio stations:
VIRGIN RADIO FM 99.9
CFNY FM 102.1
FM Z 103.5
CHIN FM 100.7
EZ ROCK FM 97.3
FM 93.1
CBC 99.1
FM 98.1
FM Q107
This means that buses are cancelled for the entire day.
Or, to indicate school closures, “The schools and
offices of the Peel District School Board and the
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board have been
closed.” Should the announcement refer to cancellation
only in the COUNTY OF DUFFERIN, this does NOT
affect our school.
AM 640
CFRB AM 1010
AM 1540
CHUM AM 1050
CJCL AM 590
CFTR AM 680
CJBC (FR) AM86CHFI
CITYTV
CTV and GLOBAL NEWS
Junior and Intermediate Hockey
Our Intermediate and Junior Co-Ed Hockey
Teams are participating in tournaments
through January and February. On January
27th and February 1st, our Intermediate Hockey Team
participated at a hockey tournament at Iceland Arena.
We finished second in the consolation round. Our Junior
Co-Ed Hockey Team will be participating in a
tournament at Iceland Arena on February 24th and
February 25th.
Thanks to C. Buday and P. DelVecchio for organizing
the teams and dedicating their time for supervising
practices and games.
Appointments
Parents are requested to provide the teacher with a note
if it is necessary for a child to leave for an appointment.
Please meet the child at the main office and sign him/her
out. On return to school the student must report to the
office and sign back in. Prior arrangements are to be
made with your son or daughter to minimize classroom
disruptions.
The message usually takes the following form, “The
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and the
Peel District School Board buses are cancelled.”
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Catholic Education Week (May 1-6, 2016)
Personal Electronic Devices for
Educational Purposes
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School
Board acknowledges the value of the use
of technology for learning. Students are
permitted to register and use personal
electronic devices (PEDs) on board
premises and/or board sanctioned events for educational
purposes, under the direction of staff and only with
parent/guardian permission. Students may register their
PED for the purpose of connecting to the board wireless
network. Students are required to adhere to the student
“Personal Electronic Device Used with WI-FI Network
Student Agreement” (GF 337) and the “Network User
Application and Agreement.” (GF066) Please be
advised that the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board will not be responsible for any cost
incurred through the use of personal data plans.
PEDs are to be used responsibly and should not
interfere with learning; their use must comply with the
Catholic Code of Conduct, board policies and
procedures. Any personal communications (i.e., phone
calls, text messages, etc.) will continue to be directed
through the main office. Failure to comply with these
guidelines may result in a loss of PED privileges and/or
any other consequences deemed necessary by school
administration.
The school principal may authorize limited acceptable
uses of personal electronic devices during schoolsanctioned activities for a specific designated purpose
outside of instructional spaces and/or in common areas.
Students are responsible for the safety and security of
PEDs at all times and the Board assumes no
responsibility for lost, damaged or stolen devices.
Criminal Reference Check
In accordance with the Safe Schools Act, all volunteers,
including those going on one day school trips, must have
a Criminal Reference Check completed by Peel Police.
Criminal Reference Checks are free of charge for
volunteers. Forms are available from the school office.
Attendance and Punctuality
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive
mercy.” – Matthew 5:7
Catholic Education Week begins on a Sunday to
highlight the partnership that remains the foundation of
Catholic education between our Catholic schools and
local Catholic parishes. Throughout Catholic Education
Week, we ask you to reflect on the significance of
Catholic education’s presence and contribution in our
Church, and in our society. We invite all members of our
community, to participate in the celebrations and
activities that will mark the celebration of Catholic
Education Week 2016 in our schools.
This year’s five sub-themes, one for each of the five
days of Catholic Education Week, help students to
understand the rich meaning of this year’s theme:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Mercy that Welcomes
Mercy that Loves
Mercy that Forgives
Mercy that Lives the Gospel
Mercy that Rejoices
For more information about Catholic Education Week
and to access OCSTA Resources, visit
http://www.ocsta.on.ca/resources/catholic-educationweek-resources/
School Holidays for the 2015-2016 School
Year
Family Day
Mid-Winter Break
(inclusive)
Good Friday
Easter Monday
Victoria Day
Monday, February 15, 2016
Monday, March 14, 2016 to
Friday, March 18, 2016
Friday, March 25, 2016
Monday, March 28, 2016
Monday, May 23, 2016
Professional Activity Days
All students are expected to attend school regularly and
punctually. In the event that your child will be late or
absent, please call the school and follow the prompts to
leave a message. This can be done 24 hours a day.
For students who are absent and for whom a call is not
received, we will attempt to contact the students’
parents.
*Monday, April 11, 2016
New PA Day
Friday, May 13, 2016
Provincial Priorities in a Catholic context
Monday, June 13, 2016
Term 2 Assessment and Evaluation of Pupil Progress
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Volume 3
February
Operations:
Numbers are used to describe
quantities, to count, and to add,
subtract, multiply, and divide. It is
important to recognize when each
operation is appropriate to use and
which tool and/or strategy is most
helpful when solving problems.
Web Resources:
Developing Mindsets that Promote Growth
What do we mean by “growth mindset”?
Growth mindset is a belief system that suggests that one’s
intelligence can be grown or developed with persistence,
effort and a focus on learning.
- Mary Cay Ricci
Tips for Fostering a Growth Mindset:
Tip # 5. Praise Effort, Practice and Process – Not Outcome
 When your child succeeds, talk about the work that went
Nelson Math has a home connect for grades 3-8
http://www.mathk8.nelson.com/companion.
html
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into the success (e.g., “You worked hard on the project
and I’m so happy you did well.”)
 Praise persistence and perseverance (e.g., “I’m so proud
of you for not quitting.”)
Family Math Activities K-3
Big Bi
Ideas
There are many situations to
which an operation is applied,
and there are many
procedures, (algorithms) for
each operation.
 Three people shared some grapes. They all had
the same number of grapes. How many might
there have been? How many do you think there
might not have been? Discuss with your child.
Measurement from 4-6
Big Idea: There are many situations to which an
operation is applied, and there are many
procedures, (algorithms) for each operation.
 There are two types of bread (white and
brown) and 3 types of cheese (cheddar, swiss
and mozzarella). How many ways can you
combine them to make different sandwiches?
Discuss the operations used with your child.
Grades 7 & 8: Continuing the
Conversation about Financial
Literacy!
Let’s discuss how “Advertising” affects our
money decisions…
Discuss with your child which of the following
advertising techniques do you think is the most
effective at influencing your opinion about a
product or service?
1. Repetition – repeating their message over
and over again in an ad or a series of ads
over time. (eg: “I’m lovin’ it”, “Just do it!”)
2. Conformity – aims to have you “get on
board”, be “in” and “get with it”.
3. Imitation – using a celebrity associated
with the goods or service. The advertiser
hopes that those who like and respect the
celebrity will imitate the behaviour by
using the product.
“Do onto others as you would have them do onto you.” Luke 6: 29-30
INTERNATIONAL
Student Programs
Welcoming students from around the world
INFORMATION NIGHT
February 23, 2016
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Learning Centre
3566 South Common Court, Mississauga
Information regarding the International
Student Program, Summer ESL Credit
Program for International Students,
Student Exchange Program, and community
supports available to newcomers, will be
shared. Full details of the various programs
and opportunities will be provided by
several guest speakers and there will be an
opportunity to ask questions.
Kindergarten to Grade 12
High Academic Standards
and Achievement
Catholic Values
Wide variety of specialized programs
Full access to ESL and support services
Located in the Greater Toronto Area
Direct access to public transit
Easy access to world renowned
colleges and universities
For more information, visit www.dpcdsb.org
or call 905-412-3341 ext. 31460 or email rita.borg@dpcdsb.org
MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2016
Sunday
Monday
1
Book Fair
Tuesday
2
Book Fair
Wednesday
Thursday
3
Book Fair
4
Book Fair
Grade 7/8 Retreat
Interviews
Report Cards
Go Home
7
14
Valentine’s Day
8
Rosary
Apostolate,
9:30 am
.
15
Family Day
(No School)
9
Jr Basketball
Game @ Lima
(Boys Team)
16
First
Reconciliation,
Grade 2s,
11 am @
Church
EF Application
Deadline,
3 pm
21
22
Grade 7/8 Girls
Meningitis Shots
23
Gifted Parent
Information
Night, 7 pm
Jr Basketball
Game @ Seton
(Boys and Girls)
10
Ash Wednesday
Service 2 pm @
School
29
Saturday
6
Interviews
12
Sub Day
13
Grade 7s/8s
@ NBA AllStar Event
17
Ms. O’Riordan’s
Class @ Peel
Safety Village
Basketball @
Lima (Boys and
Girls)
Catholic School
Council Meeting,
7 pm, School
Library
18
Ms. DiMauro’s
Class @
Silvercreek
19
Pizza Day
20
Confirmation
Lenten
Promises
7 pm @
Church
24
Extended French
Lottery Date
25
Junior Hockey
Tournament
26
Sub Day
27
Junior Hockey
Tournament
28
11
Ms. Shear’s
Class @
Silvercreek
Friday
5
PA Day
Black
History
Month
Celebration
MONTH OF MARCH 2016
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
Thursday
2
Grade 7 & 8
Confessions,
9:30 am at the
school
3
Grade 2/3
Bradley
Museum
Friday
Saturday
4
Chess @
Mount
Carmel
Pizza Day
5
Grade 7s at
French Play
6
7
Rosary
Apostolate @
9:30 am
8
9
10
Big Crunch @
2:30
11
Sub Day
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
25
26
St.
Patrick’s Day
March Break
20
27
21
28
Easter Monday
(No
School)
22
Grade 8 and
SK
Graduation
Photos
The Great
Gulp, 2:15 pm
29
23
24
(No School)
30
Police Education
Workshops
31
Police
Education
Workshops