Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
ST. TIMOTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL
2214 Cliff Road, Mississauga, ON L5A 2N9
TEL: 905-277-0990
FAX: 905-277-5570
School Website: www.dpcdsb.org/TMTHY
COOPERATE … EDUCATE … CELEBRATE
JANUARY 2016
C. Serjeant
FOLLOW US ON
Principal
A. Aguilar
Vice-Principal
@StTimothyDPCDSB
E. Dal’Bo
Head Secretary
C. Bissola
Assistant Secretary
T. Lariviere
Superintendent of Schools,
Mississauga East
905-890-1221
M. Pascucci
Chair of the Board of Trustees
905-890-0708 X20161
Cell: 905-302-3096
mario.pascucci@dpcdsb.org
www.TrusteePascucci.ca
B. Iannicca
Trustee, Ward 7
Cell: 905-270-0536
bruno.iannicca@dpcdsb.org
Fr. Camillo Lando
Pastor,
St. Catherine of Siena Parish
905-272-1454
www.stcatherine.ca
L. Kostick
Catholic School Council Chair
linda@lindakostick.com
P.L.A.S.P. Program
905-890-1711
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NEWSLETTER
PRAYER OF POPE FRANCIS FOR THE JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY
Lord Jesus Christ,
You have taught us to be merciful like the heavenly Father,
and have told us that whoever sees You sees Him.
Show us Your face and we will be saved.
You are the visible face of the invisible Father,
of the God who manifests His power above all by forgiveness and mercy:
let the Church be Your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified.
Send Your Spirit and consecrate every one of us with its anointing,
so that the Jubilee of Mercy may be a year of grace from the Lord,
and Your Church, with renewed enthusiasm, may bring good news to the poor,
proclaim liberty to captives and the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind.
We ask this of You, Lord Jesus,
through the intercession of Mary, Mother of Mercy;
You who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit for ever and ever.
+ AMEN.
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Welcome back and Happy New Year! I
hope that you and your family enjoyed
the blessings of peace, joy, and love
during the Christmas season. On behalf of
the staff, I would like to wish everyone a
healthy and prosperous 2016 and to also
sincerely thank everyone in the St.
Timothy community for their kindness
and generosity in contributing to our
Giving Angel Tree campaign to assist
families in need. The true meaning of
Christmas shined brightly in our school
through your giving hearts. Throughout
the year, we continue to remember all
those in need in our prayers.
As 2016 begins, we all look forward to
new challenges and opportunities with
great anticipation and excitement as our
students and staff will continue to work,
learn, and grow in striving towards the
important academic goals for the
remainder of the year. As we focus on
the virtue of Self-Control this month, we
look to Jesus as our example in the ways
we think, speak and act towards one
another.
We will also see the many
other great facets of student life
continuing with our skating and
swimming programs, various sports
teams including our basketball and
hockey teams, our ECO and H.A.T. clubs,
intramurals and preparation for the
reporting period.
We extend a warm welcome to new
families who have recently joined us and
we wish everyone great success while
attending St. Timothy. We welcome back
to Ms. Cosentino, DECE, in Room 102.
Our school enrollment currently sits at
590. A reminder to all parents to please
join us at our St. Timothy Feast Day mass
on January 26th , as well as at our Catholic
School Council meeting on February 3rd.
All are welcome to attend.
Sincerely, C. Serjeant
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JANUARY 2016
St. Timothy School Newsletter
DATES TO REMEMBER
For all holidays and PA Days, refer to 2015-2016 School Year
Board Calendar in Student Agendas or visit www.dpcdsb.org
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY DAYS
Term 1: Assessment, Evaluation, Reporting
of Pupil Progress - NO CLASSES
In the month of JANUARY,
WE FOCUS ON THE VIRTUE OF SELF-CONTROL
God has blessed us with the ability to make choices.
We are able to control how we react to what happens
around us. We may at times react to a situation that is
hurtful or disrespectful, and we know that through
prayer, reflection, and concentration, we can become
better at demonstrating self-control.
Monday, January 18, 2016.
Friday, February 5, 2016.
JANUARY 2016
4
Classes Resume for 2016
11
Peel Police Youth Education Officer Presentations
12
Grade 2 Scientists in the School
12. 19, 26
14 & 15
Grade 3 Swim to Survive Program ~1:30 PM
JK/SK/Grades 2, 4, 8 Dental Screening
14
Grade 5 Scientists in the School
15
Grades 4-6 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
18
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY DAY - No Classes
18 – 22
22
25 – 29
Waste-Free Lunch Week
Grades 1-3 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
Kindergarten Registration *details enclosed
26
MASS for Feast of St. Timothy ~9:30 AM
27
Family Literacy Day
29
Grades 7-8 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
FEBRUARY
1
1 OR 3
2
3
4
5
9
10
12
15
19
25
26
Term 2: Official Start
Confirmation Registration for Grade 7
at St. Catherine of Siena Parish Hall ~7:30 PM
First Term Reports Sent Home
National Walk to School Day
Global School Play Day
Catholic School Council Meeting ~7:00 PM
First Term Parent Interview Evening
National Sweater Day (ECO Schools)
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY DAY - No Classes
Pancake Tuesday
Ash Wednesday Service ~11:00 AM
Grades 4-6 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
FAMILY DAY HOLIDAY
Grades 1-3 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
Grade 8 Graduation Photos
Grades 7-8 Skating @Cawthra Arena ~10 AM
COOPERATE … EDUCATE … CELEBRATE
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JANUARY 2016
Full-Day Kindergarten (FDK)
Registration Information
St. Timothy School Newsletter
Full-Day Kindergarten
REGISTRATION DATES
Monday, January 25, 2016 @ 7:00 PM– 9:00 PM
SNOW DATE ONLY: Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Wednesday, January 27, 2016 @ 9:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Thursday, January 28, 2016 @ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday, January 29, 2016 @ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Visit www.dpcdsb.org for more information.
Dufferin-Peel will be offering the Full-Day Kindergarten
program in all 123 Catholic elementary schools in Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Bolton and Orangeville.
Registration materials will be available on the board
website and in our schools in January. Parents/guardians
are to register their child in person at their designated
Catholic school. To find out which Catholic school is in
your area, please contact our Planning Department at
905-890-0708 ext. 24440.
The following documents are required for registration:
 proof of age of the child (birth certificate or passport)
 Original Roman Catholic baptismal certificate (for
child and/or parent/guardian) or baptismal certificate
from an Eastern Church in full communion with the Holy
See of Rome. If the child has not been baptized, and the
parent/guardian is a baptized Roman Catholic or has
been baptized in an Eastern Church in full communion
with the Holy See of Rome, the parent/guardian must
bring their own baptismal certificate.
 updated immunization records (Immunization Card,
Peel Health Form or Letter of Exemption)
 proof of Canadian citizenship (Birth Certificate/
Passport) or permanent resident status

any 2, proof of home address (tax bill, utility bill,
bank statement) within St. Timothy School boundaries
 proof of English Separate School Support (may be
done at the time of registration by completing an
Application For the Direction of School Support and/or a
Separate School Lease Agreement available at the school)
 education records, if available
Admissions are open to Catholic children and children of
Catholic parents. Kindergarten students must be at least
4 years of age by December 31, 2016.
Parent Evening to Support
the Transition of Students with
Differing Abilities into Kindergarten
On Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 the Dufferin-Peel CDSB
Special Education and Support Services Department
will host a Kindergarten entry planning information
session. This meeting is for parents and guardians of
children with differing abilities which affect their
learning, such as vision, hearing, speech, autism,
physical/medical and/or developmental delays in the
cognitive and/or motor areas, who are entering
Kindergarten in September 2016. The meeting will be
held at the Catholic Education Centre (ROOM 301) at
40 Matheson Blvd. from 7:00 – 8:30 PM.
For more information about this session,
CALL 905-890-0708 EXT. 24011
or email laura.conte@dpcdsb.org
Extended French
Information Meeting
Grade 4 parent(s)/guardian(s), who wish to enroll their
child in a Grade 5 Extended French class for
September, 2015 are invited to attend an information
meeting at:
ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
3270 Tomken Road, Mississauga
Thursday, January 14, 2016 @ 7:00 PM
At the present time, the above mentioned school is the
designated centre for our area. Applications will be
accepted at that centre until 3:00 p.m. Tuesday,
February 16th, 2016. More information is available on
the Board website at http://www.dpcdsb.org/cec/
programs/languages/extended+french.htm
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JANUARY 2016
FAREWELL TO DIRECTOR OF
EDUCATION, JOHN B. KOSTOFF
Director of Education John B. Kostoff
retires on January 15, 2016, after 38 years
of service, in his ninth year as director of
Dufferin-Peel CDSB.
During his career, Mr. Kostoff received
numerous awards and honours. He is a
past recipient of the Ontario Library
Association’s Administrator of the Year award. He was the
recipient of the 2014 OCSTA Special Award, which is
presented annually to an individual who has made a
significant contribution to the Catholic educational
community in Ontario, as well as the OCSOA Distinguished
Leadership. Also, in 2014, he was recognized by the Ontario
Association of Parents in Catholic Education for his
significant work with that group. He has published various
articles related to Catholic education and leadership in
education.
“For nearly 40 years, John Kostoff has dedicated his skills,
talents and considerable leadership abilities to Catholic
education,” said Mario Pascucci, chair of the board of
trustees. “The impact of his work, both locally and at the
provincial level, has been significant. While we are truly
sorry to see him go, we are, at the same time, happy for
him, as he embarks on the next phase of his life.”
“When I look at the many accomplishments of the board
over my time as Director, I think I am most proud of the
collective effort made by all to make Dufferin-Peel such a
success for our students and community,” said John B.
Kostoff.
St. Timothy School Newsletter
COMMUNICATION
Communication (i.e. newsletter, letters, memos, notices,
etc.) to parents is being sent via our school e-mail account,
which is only for outgoing messages. Communication via
e-mail is being sent to parents who have provided us with
their e-mail addresses and have completed Canada’s AntiSpam Legislation (CASL) Consent Form. Hard (paper)
copies of these communication items are available in the
office, and will be sent home with students whose parents
have not provided us with an e-mail address and consent
form. For some important information where paper
copies are necessary, communication is sent home with
the youngest or only child in the school.
Our efforts to reduce the amount of paper and printing
are part of our ECO Schools initiatives in going green.
We remind parents to please notify the office if they do
not wish to received communication electronically or if
their e-mail address has changed.
Open communication between home and school is
important and essential to the well-being and
achievement of your children and our students. Although
we will be reporting to you formally during the school
year, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time if
you have questions or concerns. A phone call on the onset
of a concern usually provides resolution before it becomes
a problem. On our part, if we have any concerns about
your child, we will also contact you at the earliest
opportunity.
WELCOME TO NEW DIRECTOR OF
EDUCATION, MARIANNE MAZZORATO
PARENT WORKSHOP: Supporting Diverse Learners
With Math At Home Transitions Years: Grades 7-9
This past October, the Dufferin-Peel
CDSB and our Catholic School Trustees
announced
the
appointment
of
Marianne Mazzorato as Director
Designate of education and secretary to
the board. Ms. Mazzorato has served as
Director Designate since November 16, 2015 and succeeds
John B. Kostoff on January 15, 2016 upon his upcoming
retirement from the board.
“I look forward to working with a very strong senior
administration team, in conjunction with the board of
trustees,” said Marianne Mazzorato. “We must strive to
continue the great work being carried out in our schools in
terms of increasing student achievement and well-being as
we continue the tradition of excellence in Catholic
education that has been the hallmark of this board.”
On Wednesday, January 27th, 2016, through a Ministry of
Education funded P.R.O. grant, the Dufferin-Peel Special
Education Advisory Committee (S.E.A.C.) is inviting parents and
guardians of intermediate students with diverse learning needs
to attend a Parent Engagement Workshop with a focus on
supporting math development at home.
The session
“Supporting Diverse Learners With Math At Home Transition
Years: Grades 7 -9” is a free event that will offer a hands-on
opportunity to explore mathematics through math tools and
online supports. The event will take place in room 301 at the
Catholic Education Centre, 40 Matheson Boulevard West,
Mississauga from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. A light dinner will be served.
RSVP via email or by phone to Grace Williamson at
grace.williamson@dpcdsb.org or 905-890-0708 ext. 24005. For
more information please contact Tammie Cameron at
tammie.cameron@dpcdsb.org.
COOPERATE … EDUCATE … CELEBRATE
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J ANUARY 2016
IMMUNIZATION MESSAGE
FROM PEEL PUBLIC HEALTH
Peel Public Health will be reviewing student
immunization records for the 2015-2016 school year.
Peel Public Health must have proof that your child has
been fully vaccinated (immunized) according to the
Ontario Immunization Schedule. All students in
Ontario are required to show proof of immunizations
or provide a valid exemption for measles, mumps,
rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, polio. Beginning this
year, students also need to report vaccinations for
pertussis and meningococcal disease and varicella
(varicella vaccination only required if the student was
born in 2010 or later).
If you receive a letter to update
the immunization record, please
ensure that your child has
received the required vaccine(s)
and then give the date(s) you
child received these vaccine dose
(s) to Peel Public Health to
update your child’s record.
For more information, visit
www.immunizePeel.ca or call Peel Public Health at
905-799-7700. Translation services are available.
DPCDSB COMMUNITY PROGRAMS FROM
ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS!
Winter 2016 DPCDSB Adult and Continuing Education
program flyers arrive at your doorstep in early January
2016. You are invited to join in these exciting
community programs which begin in February.
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Computer ABC’s Day Program
Car Maintenance for Women
Secondary Night School Credit
Adult Coop and Credit
General Interest Programs
International Languages
French as a Second Language
English as a Second Language
Citizenship and ESL Classes
Health and Fitness
… and much more!!!
Register now for lifelong learning opportunities! Call
905-891-9263 ext.0 or visit http://www.dpcdsb.org/
CEC/Programs/Adult+Education/General+Interest/
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CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL (CSC)
CORNER
Communication between home and school is greatly
enhanced by parental involvement with the Catholic
School Council. Council meetings typically occur the
first Wednesday of each month, and all Council
Members and parents/guardians are encouraged to
come out to meetings and participate. Our next School
Council meeting will be held on Wednesday, February
3rd at 7:00 PM in the school library.
Future Meeting Dates
No Meeting in January
February 3, 2016
March 2, 2016
April 6, 2016
May 25, 2016
CONCUSSION GUIDELINES
Concussions are serious brain injuries. Ensuring that all
students receiving a hit/bump to the head, at school,
receive the care and treatment required, all schools of
the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board have
procedures in place. It has always been a standard
procedure for a parent to be notified, when a child
receives a hit/bump to the head. A pamphlet outlining
important information about concussions, as well as
treatment guidelines, may also be sent home with your
child. The guidelines include a 10-phase process for
supporting a student’s Return to Activity, in situations
where it has been determined by a medical professional
that a student has a concussion. Working in partnership
with parents, the school administration and school
psychology staff will monitor a child’s progress through
the 10 phases. For further information, feel free to
contact the school.
E.Q.A.O. DATES
The provincial Education Quality and Accountability
Office (EQAO) has designated the dates for the Primary
and Junior Divisions Assessments of Reading, Writing,
and Mathematics. We request that parents of Grades 3
and 6 students refrain from booking vacations or other
appointments that would result in their child(ren) being
away from school during the period of May 25 to June 8,
2016. More specific dates, times, and information for
our school will follow in the coming months.
www.dpcdsb.org/TMTHY
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St. Timothy, whose name our school
bears, was a co-worker of St. Paul in
spreading the Gospel to the Gentile
world. As he is described in Paul’s
letters, Timothy was young and
timid by nature. He was born in
Lystra, Asia Minor. His father was
Greek and his mother, Eunice, was a
devout Jew who instilled in her son
a warm, vibrant faith nourished in
the scriptures.
Paul converted Timothy to Christianity about the year 47.
Paul had deep affection for the young man and
encouraged him to be steadfast in his ministry. Timothy
was with Paul on many of his journeys and became his
close friend and companion. Tradition reports that
Timothy was martyred under Emperor Nerva in AD 97.
We celebrate the Feast Day of St. Timothy on January 26
each year. As a community rooted in faith, we would like
to extend a warm invitation to all parents/guardians to
join us in prayer and the celebration of the Eucharist
during mass with Father Lando in our gym on Tuesday,
January 26th at 9:30 AM.
“The Spirit God has given us is no cowardly spirit,
but one that makes us strong, loving and wise.”
(2 Timothy 1:7)
WINTER REMINDERS
During the winter season, the school receives a
number of calls from concerned parents as to
how we determine when children will or will
not be allowed outside for recess. As per
Dufferin‐Peel CDSB Policy, when the temperature or
equivalent with the wind chill factor reaches ‐25°C,
students shall be kept indoors. When the temperature
is -20°C or colder, the amount of time outdoors may be
reduced. Please ensure your child has indoor shoes and
appropriate outdoor winter clothing. Reminder that
students should stay off snow banks and ice patches,
and that snow stays on the ground!
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JUNIOR & INTERMEDIATE
HOCKEY TEAMS
During the month of December,
tryouts were held at Cawthra Arena
and our school was able to field
three hockey teams: an Intermediate
team, and for the first time, two
Junior teams were selected from
over 50 children who participated in the tryouts. Team
members are excited to wear the new Titan hockey
jerseys, thanks to the fundraising efforts of our Catholic
School Council. The Intermediate and Junior White
Team will be competing in the Dolphin Invitational
Tournament at Iceland on January 11th, and the
Intermediates have entered the 9th Annual All Saints
Tournament which will be held at Iceland Four Rinks.
Teams are guaranteed six games over two days. Round
robin date is one of January 27-28, while playoff date
will be one of February 1-2. Both Junior teams will
compete in another All Saints Tournament in late
February. We are hoping to bring home some more
banners this year and to compete in more tournaments
to follow. Good luck to our Titan players! Thank you to
Coaches Mr. Riopel and Mr. Allen for their commitment
and effort to our teams.
JUNIOR HANDBALL INTRAMURALS
Many of the Junior students
have been busy this Fall
participating in the Junior
Handball Intramurals. Students
have been displaying great
sportsmanship and strategy. NEW DAYS! Intramurals
for the Junior grades will continue in January on
Mondays and Thursdays. If your child wishes to sign up,
please ask him/her to see Ms. Martins or Ms. Zabukovec
for a permission form.
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SACRAMENTAL INFORMATION
GRADE 7 DATES FOR CONFIRMATION
Parish Registration:
Meeting with parents & students in Main Hall
Monday, February 1 OR Wednesday, February 3, 2016
7:30 PM
GRADE 2 DATES FOR
RECONCILIATION & COMMUNION
Parish Registration: (took place in December)
Catechism Preparation Classes are mandatory.
Catechism Preparation Classes are mandatory.
First Reconciliation:
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at 6:45 PM
Confirmation Celebration:
Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 6:00 PM
First Communion Celebration:
Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 11:00 AM
ONTARIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL GRADUATE EXPECTATIONS
Visit http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/Students/Catholic+Graduate+Expectations/ for more information.
OUR CATHOLIC SCHOOL HERITAGE
The history of Catholic schools in Ontario since 1841 is one of dedication and perseverance
in the face of financial hardship and adversity. Due to the commitment of the religious
teaching Orders, the bishops and priests, the teachers, parents and students, our forebears
have handed to us a great gift – a fully funded public Catholic school system.
The courts of Ontario and Canada have reinforced the rights of the Catholic school system
with a number of judgments which affirmed the rights of separate school boards to:
(a) have their guaranteed powers in the Separate School Act of 1863 improved,
(b) receive equitable funding,
(c) prefer Catholics when hiring elementary and secondary school teachers,
(d) have their own buildings,
(e) have an exclusive Catholic school community.
The integration of religious truths and values with life is one of the most significant elements that distinguish the
Catholic school from other schools. This is a matter of crucial importance today in view of contemporary trends and
pressures to compartmentalize life and learning and to isolate the religious dimension of existence from other areas
of human life. The courts have recognized, over the years that Catholic education is not a subject but rather a way to
view the world that speaks to the interrelationship between faith, knowledge and action. The Catholic school is a
unique setting within which this ideal can be realized in the lives Catholic children and young people. In our Catholic
schools this reality can and is lived out.
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*NEW* CODING CLUB
Coding Club is coming to St. Timothy
This month, St. Timothy will begin
its Coding Club introducing students
to coding literacy and computer
sciences. Coding teaches students
to
think
critically
using
mathematical and high level thinking skills and provides
opportunities for students to work collaboratively. Students will
learn to code using Blockly™ during lunch hours on Friday
afternoons in the computer lab. Intermediates will be invited to
participate during January, while Juniors will take place in
February and Grades 2 and 3 in March. Thank you to Ms.
Morgado for her initiative in organizing this fun and
worthwhile learning opportunity for our students.
CHAT TO THE FUTURE™
This year, St. Timothy will be sponsoring a child in Uganda to
attend school through the organization CHAT to the Future™.
Students will also have the opportunity to learn and meet our
sponsored student through Skype™ calls in their classroom. At
the Primary Christmas Concert, our Youth Faith Ambassadors
held our fundraiser for "Best Seats in the House" where close to
$300 was raised. Ms. Morgado’s efforts in this regard are
greatly appreciated. Thank you to our generous St. Timothy
community for their support of this initiative. To learn more
about this amazing agency visit: http://chattothefuture.ca/
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FDK CHRISTMAS KITCHEN
On the second last day before the Christmas break,
our 120 JK and SK students, together with their
parents, took part in St. Timothy’s 4th Annual FDK
Christmas Kitchen. The event allowed our youngest
students to eagerly showcase their talents by reciting a prayer
and poem about the birth of our Lord, followed by “Jingle Bell
Rock” performance. The fun continued as students and
parents then participated in decorating and eating their very
own Santa cupcake. What a celebration as all who attended
experienced the excitement, joy and good cheer that is so
easily found at Christmas! Thank you to our FDK educator
team for their work in preparing the students.
PRIMARY CHRISTMAS CONCERT
This year, our Grades 1 to 3 students had the opportunity to
participate in a Christmas performance during our “Gift from
Above” primary Christmas Concert. The children did a
marvelous job and we thank our Primary teachers, and the
teachers who signed up to assist in this community event.
STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS
Once again, St. Timothy participated in its annual Christmas
Spirit Week and candy cane sales, run by Student Council.
Christmas spirit weeks are a great way to begin the holidays
and make the last week of school both educational and fun.
Each day, students continued to show their school spirit and
support in activities like PJ day and Ugly Christmas sweater
day. Candy Cane sales were also an amazing success. The
Student Council thanks all staff and students for their support
and spirit.
~Written and submitted by Prime Minister, Nubia M.
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STUDENT TRANSPORTATION OF PEEL REGION (STOPR)
BUS CANCELLATIONS / SCHOOL CLOSING DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
2015 – 2016 SCHOOL YEAR
During the winter months inclement weather may cause disruption of 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 and television stations:
VIRGIN RADIOFM99.9
CHUM AM1050
CFTR AM680
CFNY FM102.1/AM640
CJCL AM590
CHFI FM98.1
NEWSTALK1010 AM
EZ ROCK FM97.3
CJBC (FR) AM860
FM Z103.5
FM93.1
FM Q107
CHIN FM100.7/AM1540
CBC99.1
CITYPULSE
GLOBAL NEWS
CTV
CANADA AM
We will be communicating one of six standard messages to the radio stations. The six announcements and their
effect on the transportation system are as follows: (Please note that the highlighted text only will be communicated
by the radio stations).
1.
“THE DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD BUSES SERVING ST. ANDREW, ST.
BENEDICT AND ST. PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS AND R.F. HALL SECONDARY SCHOOL ARE
CANCELLED FOR TODAY.”
2. “THE DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD BUSES AND PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL
BOARD BUSES IN THE TOWN OF CALEDON ARE CANCELLED FOR TODAY”.
This means that ALL buses which operate into, out of, and within the Town of Caledon are cancelled for the
entire day.
3. “THE DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD BUSES AND THE PEEL DISTRICT
SCHOOL BOARD BUSES IN THE TOWN OF CALEDON AND THE COUNTY OF DUFFERIN ARE
CANCELLED FOR TODAY”.
This means that all runs listed under announcements #l and #2 are cancelled. Individual schools will be notified
if this cancellation affects their school.
4.
“THE DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND THE PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL
BOARD BUSES IN THE CITY OF MISSISSAUGA ARE CANCELLED FOR TODAY.”
This means that ALL buses which operate into, out of, and within the City of Mississauga are cancelled for the
entire day.
5. “ALL DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
BUSES ARE CANCELLED FOR TODAY.”
This means that ALL transportation services provided by the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and the
Peel District School Board, including buses, vans and taxis have been cancelled for the entire day.
6. “ALL BUSES ARE CANCELLED AND THE SCHOOLS AND OFFICES OF BOTH THE DUFFERIN-PEEL
CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD AND THE PEEL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD ARE CLOSED”.
This means that ALL Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and Peel District School board schools and
offices are closed to all students and staff.
COOPERATE … EDUCATE … CELEBRATE
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REVISED Health and Physical Education Curriculum
The revised elementary Health and Physical Education
curriculum policy document came into effect this past
September 2015. The curriculum has 3 strands, with the third
strand of Healthy Living having 4 topics. One of the topics in
Strand C, Human Development and Sexual Health, covers
material of a sensitive nature. In Catholic elementary schools in
the province of Ontario, this material has always been covered in
our own Fully Alive program. All the expectations that deal with
Human Development and Sexual Health will continue to be
taught only in our Family Life program – Fully Alive.
The past practice of teaching Theme 3 – Created Sexual, in the
spring of the school year is to continue. Letters will be sent home
prior to the teaching of the units of Fully Alive.
The Institute for Catholic Education has prepared
supplemental material for the Fully Alive program,
designed to support the revised curriculum,
including A Parent’s Guide to Understanding
Family Life Education in Catholic Schools.
The resources have been fully vetted by the
Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario, to
ensure that the material can be covered in an
authentic,
faith-filled
manner.
Additional
pamphlets and brochures which explain how the
expectations of the revised HPE curriculum will be
delivered as part of the Family Life curriculum
have also been distributed through the school.
You may also view all these resources online by
visiting the Institute for Catholic Education (ICE)
website at the following link:
http://iceont.ca/resources/parent-resources/
health-physical-education-resources/
On this page, you will also find a copy of a letter
that was sent home in March last year which
offers some further information. It is also
available on our Board website at http://
www.dpcdsb.org/cec/news/news+archives/
Parents are encouraged to familiarize themselves
with the Fully Alive program, as this is the core
resource all Ontario Catholic elementary schools
use for Family Life in Grades 1 to 8.
www.dpcdsb.org/TMTHY
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