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St. Alfred Catholic School
3341 Havenwood Dr.
Mississauga, Ontario
L4X 2M2
905.625.0584
905.625.4490 (Fax)
“Every Child, A Promise.”
May
2016
Newsletter
Principal: L. DeWitte
Vice Principal T. Podobnik
Secretary: D. Suchocki
September
School Council
Chair: M. Pakula
2011
Superintendent
of ME Schools:
Newsletter
T. Lariviere
DPCDSB Trustee of Wards 1 & 3:
M. Pascucci
St. Martha & Mary Parish
1840 Burnhamthorpe Rd. East
(905) 625-5670
Rev. Fr. D. Corkum
http://stsmarthaandmary.org/
ST. ALFRED SCHOOL HOURS
School Begins 8:45 a.m.
Recess (a.m.)
10:45 - 11:00a.m.
Lunch
11:45- 12:45p.m.
Recess (p.m.)
2:15—2:30p.m.
Dismissal
3:15 p.m.
ST. ALFRED WEBSITE
Mary’s Song of Praise
My soul magnifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in
God my Saviour, for he has looked with favour on the
lowliness of his servant.
Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed;
for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and
Holy is His name.
His mercy is for those who fear Him from generation to
generation.
He has shown strength with His arm; he has scattered the
proud in the thoughts of their hearts.
http://www.dpcdsb.org/ALFRD
He has brought down the powerful from their thrones, and lifted up the lowly; He
has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty.
DPCDSB WEBSITE
Luke 1, 46 - 53
http://www.dpcdsb.org/cec
TWITTER
@StAlfred_dpcdsb
@DPCDSBSchool
ADMINISTRATORS’ MESSAGE
During the month of May, spend some time talking to your
children about our Blessed Mother. Pray the rosary together as a
family. Saints have acclaimed its effectiveness and Popes have
recognized it as a rich source of divine blessing.
Catholic schools are Catholic communities. Catholic
schools are faith communities. We parents, students, teachers, administrative, and support staff, walk and grow together in the faith which we received at our
Baptism. And it is the ‘together’ that we grow. Our growth is primarily a relationship with
God, who at our Baptism, called us by name. But the response of each of us to that growth is
both personal and communal. We grow in our faith in the nurturing atmosphere of our Catholic community be that of our local parish, our home, or our Catholic school community.
We would also like to say Happy Mother’s Day to all of our special mothers, grandmothers and aunts in our Community. We wish you a day filled with love, happiness and
family. May God continue to bless all of our mothers.
Together in Christ,
L. DeWitte
Principal
T. Podobnik
Vice Principal
DUFFERIN-PEEL CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD LEARNING PLAN 2013-16
LOVING, LEARNING AND LEADING
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into the Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario
Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
STS. MARTHA AND MARY PARISH
Weekend Masses: Satur day Mass at 4:30pm, Sunday Masses at 8:30am, 10:00am, 11:30am
Weekday Masses: Monday to Satur day and Holidays at 9:00am, Fir st Fr iday at 7:00pm, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm
Confessions: Satur days at 3:30pm to 4:15pm
THE VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
During the month of May we will focus on the virtue of Acceptance.
One of the great wonders of the world we live in is that no two people are
exactly alike. We may share biological families or national identity or
cultural and ethnic identity, but we are all very unique and distinct creations. God breaks the mold every time! And that is a fantastic fact of life!
It can also be a challenging fact of life if it makes us afraid. Sometimes
differences are scary – especially if we haven’t learned about or don’t understand how people are different.
The virtue of acceptance describes our ability to look at the attitudes and
actions of those around us and then just stop and consider without judging
them. The virtue of acceptance means that we look beyond what we see –
a person’s skin colour, ethnic background, religion, age, gender, sexual
orientation and see a person created and loved by God.
As a loving Father, God teaches us to treat each other with dignity and
respect. This is the way we build God’s kingdom here on earth.
An accepting person …
• is friendly and open to all God’s people, regardless of age, beliefs, gender, culture or ability
• sees positive traits in others even when disagreeing with them
• avoids judging or stereotyping others
• understands that there may be more than one way to do things
• sticks up for the “underdog”
Let us pray this month for the grace and courage to be people of acceptance – to have the strength to trust that God is at work in everyone’s
life despite any misgivings we may have.
Our Shared Beliefs: CREATING CATHOLIC CONDITIONS FOR WELL-BEING, LEARNING AND LEADING
We believe that we are called to create a Catholic learning and working environment that is safe, inclusive, and welcoming.
ATTENDANCE
Our attendance line is: 905-625-0584 (Press #1). Please call to r egister an absence. You can call 24hrs a day including
weekends if you know your child will be absent from school. An answer ing machine is available to take infor mation.
Please provide the following information:
• Name(s) of student(s)
• Name of student’s teacher(s)
• Grade of student(s)
• Reason for absence
If an absence is not reported, our policy is to call home to verify student absenteeism. A parent or guardian must sign out
students at the office who leave early.
All students are expected to attend school regularly and punctually. All students who arrive after 8:45 a.m. or 12:45 p.m.
must obtain a late slip from the office. This measure is to ensure the safety of your child. We thank you for your continued
support in following this procedure.
SCHOOL WEB SITE
We have updated our school website. This site will be continually updated and has infor mation for par ents r egar ding school calendar information, newsletters and school updates. Visit www.dpcdsb.org and link onto the Elementary site at
St. Alfred Elementary School @ www.dpcdsb.org/ALFRD.
SIGN UP TODAY!
Parents and guardians of Dufferin-Peel Catholic students can stay up-to-date with the latest board news and information by
joining the Dufferin-Peel eCommunity. Members will receive the latest news and information by email, including news
releases, school activities and events, board meeting highlights, school and bus cancellations, plus useful tips for parents and
students. Sign up online at www.dpcdsb.org.
DPCDSB is on Twitter! For the latest board news and information, follow us @DPCDSBSchools.
NEWSLETTER DISTRIBUTION
In support of
our Eco Plan, paper copies will be available for pickup only at the front of the office. Email
blasts providing a link to the newsletter on our website will continue. If you have not provided the office
Our school Newsletter is sent out via email to parents/guardians and will also be posted on our website.
with your email address and would like to receive a variety of school information via email, please contact the main office
to be added to the distribution list after completing a CASL (Canada’s Anti Spam Legislation) consent form.
FOLLOW US ON TWITTER #StAlfred_dpcdsb
This year St. Alfred school has joined twitter and we would love for you to follow us! It's a great way to receive instant
updates of school events, reminders and photos of exciting happenings at our school. Follow us at: StAlfred_dpcdsb.
Want more information about twitter? See Ms. Lupallier, Ms. Rotondi or Ms. Romano.
Our Shared Beliefs: BUILDING COLLABORATIVE PRACTICES THROUGH INQUIRY
We believe that we are called to live and work in relationship within communities modelled after Christ.
Catholic School Council 2015 – 2016
Catholic School Council
Members of this year’s School Council are:
Chair:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Parish Rep.:
OAPCE:
Margaret Pakula
Hajdi Bountas
Catherine Pudel
Vy Obedencio
Margaret Pakula, Tanya Escoffey,
Mario Stojanac
Upcoming School Council meetings are:
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
All St. Alfred School Parents
are invited to join us.
Homework Help
Homework Help is a free online Math help resource for students in Grades 7-10 in Ontario.
‘Homework Help’ provides free, live one-on-one
tutoring from Ontario-certified teachers Sunday
to Thursday, from 5:30 pm—9:30 pm ET.
It is funded by the Ontario government and administered by TVOs Independent Learning Centre.
Gr. 7 & 8 teachers will be registering their students online for this Math support.
Please speak to your child’s teacher if you have
any questions regarding this support.
Our Shared Beliefs: ENHANCING TRANSITIONAL PRACTICES
We believe that we are called to support all throughout our journey of life-long learning through growth, transformation, and witness; revealing “the hope that is within us”(1 Peter 3:15).
THE ONTARIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL GRADUATE EXPECTATIONS
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 expectations of Catholic graduates, therefore, are described not only
in terms of knowledge and skills, but in terms of values, attitudes and actions.
Vision of the Learner
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
7. A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting
peace, justice and the sacredness of human life.
Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations
I AM A LEARNER FOR LIFE!
 I use my gifts and talents given to me by God
 I always do my best
 I build on my strengths and weaknesses
 I set goals
 I accept change
 I am proud of the good things I do
 I am thankful for the gifts of others
Our Shared Beliefs: KNOWING THE LEARNER THROUGH ASSESSMENT
We believe that we are called to use fair, equitable and transparent assessment practices, informed by our Christcentred approach to professional judgement, to create hope, engagement, and growth for all to realize their full potential.
PEDS
Personal Electronic Devices (PEDS) on Board Premises and/or Board Sanctioned Events 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 (GF 066, Network User Application and Agreement). 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” and
the “Network User Application and Agreement.” 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. Failur e to comply with these guidelines may r esult in a loss of PED pr ivileges
and/or any other consequences deemed necessary by school administration.
The school principal may authorize limited acceptable uses of personal electronic devices during school-sanctioned 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.
BUSING
STOPR (Student Transportation of Peel Region)
Stopr is providing bus transportation services for the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board. The STOPR website
ad-
dress is www.stopr.ca. This website provides access to up to date information regarding delayed buses and bus cancellations
due to inclement weather. To check for eligibility for transportation, please access the following website: businfo.stopr.ca.
STOPR Telephone Contact Information:
905-890-6000
Safety in the School Yard
Children need frequent reminders that name-calling, put-downs and violence are never appropriate responses to disagreements or arguments, regardless of
the provocation. Parents are urged to rehearse assertiveness skills with their children such as saying firmly, ― “Please Stop”, “I don’t like it when..”
“Leave me alone”
Playground Safety Rules
 Respect each other by being polite, friendly and co-operative
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Keep hands and feet to yourself
Allow others to join in your games
Play fairly and safely
Play with acceptable toys and equipment
Respect school property
Line up quietly till bell rings
Avoid conflicts and injuries
 NO standing in the middle or walking through active games
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NO leaving school property
NO name-calling or making fun of others, using inappropriate language or gestures
NO fighting, pushing, tripping, lifting, grabbing, body-checking, scratching, pinching, spitting or biting
NO unsafe or rough games: wrestling, tackling, play fighting
Remember to: Walk Away, Ignor e, Use your Wor ds, Seek assistance
Our Shared Beliefs: RESPONDING THROUGH EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION
We believe that we are called to design and implement effective instruction that is Christ-centred, purposeful, engaging,
inclusive, responsive, and which reflects success for all.
STORAGE/ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION
Parents are responsible for ensuring that all medication and forms are updated annually. If your child requires medication,
please have all pertinent forms completed and returned with the medication to the office as soon as possible.
CONCUSSIONS
Concussions are brain injuries caused by excessive, rapid movement of the brain inside the skull. This movement causes
damage that changes how brain cells function, leading to symptoms that can be physical (headaches, dizziness), cognitive
(problems remembering or concentrating), or emotional (feeling depressed). A concussion can result from a blow to the head
or body in any number of activities including receiving a check in hockey, falling from a jungle gym, or slipping on an icy
sidewalk. All head injuries can be difficult to diagnose, however, a concussion is the most difficult head injury to diagnose.
Brain scans cannot determine if a concussion exists. The school calls parents whenever a child has hit their head. It is important that parents also keep the school informed if their child has had a head injury during an extracurricular activity. The
school will work with the family to set up a plan (in line with the Board’s protocol) to assist the student in returning to normal physical activity.
NO CHILD WITHOUT MEDIC ALERT PROGRAM
The No Child Without program offers a free MedicAlert membership to students who attend our school and are between the
ages of 4 to 14. If your child has a medical condition, allergy, or is required to take medication on a regular basis, then you
should consider a MedicAlert membership through this program. For further information pick up a brochure at the school
office, or visit www.nochildwithout.ca. If your child is already part of the program but his/her medical condition or contact
information has changed, call 1-877-282-5378.
SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS - Annual Criminal Declaration / Criminal Reference Check
A valid Criminal Background Check must be provided by all new volunteers. Once a CBC is provided to the school, an Annual Offence Declaration can be completed in subsequent years. The volunteer CBC/AODs must be housed in a secure location in the school. Forms are available from the main office.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN
In the unforeseen event that we should have an emergency at our school, we will evacuate to:
St Sofia Catholic Elementary School
3540 Havenwood Dr.
(905) 625.0823
Safety regulations and Board Policy require us to have this contingency plan in place. In the event of an evacuation to our
alternate site, your child will remain at St. Sofia School until we are able to contact you and make arrangements for pick up.
Chocolate School Fundraiser
Thank you for participating in our chocolate school fundraiser. The money raised will be directed to
the purchase of a set of Apple Ipads. We would also like to thank our staff and parent council members
who dedicated much of their time and energy to this cause. We appreciate your timely return of any
unsold chocolates.
EQAO Primary and Junior Assessments
Each Ontario student in Grades 3 and 6 will
assessed in Reading, Writing and Math for a
period of 3 days beginning May 25th, 2016,
through June 8th, 2016. Kindly avoid booking dental, doctor and other appointments
during this period. If you have a child in either grade 3 or 6 you will receive specific
communication and information regarding
the Provincial Assessment just prior to the
testing period.
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St. Alfred Breakfast Program
In April St. Alfred began our before school breakfast program. The program
feeds over 60 children daily with the help of our parent volunteers. If you
would like your child to participate please have them enter through the rear
portopac doors at 8:20am. If you would like
to help volunteer please contact the school.
CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK 2016 Theme:
Opening the Doors of Mercy / Ouvrir des portes de miséricorde
JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY officially proclaimed by Pope Francis, began on December 8, 2015 when the Holy
Doors were opened at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. “The Motto, ‘Merciful Like the Father’ serves as an invitation to
follow the merciful example of the Father who asks us not to judge or condemn but to forgive and to give love and
forgiveness without measure.” (Pope Francis)
Sub themes:
Advent:
“Mercy that Welcomes”
January:
“Mercy that Loves”
February:
“Mercy that Forgives”
March:
“Mercy that Lives the Gospel”
April:
“Mercy that Rejoices”
“La miséricorde qui accueille”
“La miséricorde qui aime”
“La miséricorde qui pardonne”
“La miséricorde qui vit l’Évangile”
“La miséricorde qui rend grâce”
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
May
May 1
May 3
May 4
May 6
May 10
May 13
May 18
May 20
May 23
May 24
May 25
May 25
May 26
May 27
May 27
May 30
May 30
Catholic Education Week
School Mass at 10:30am (all are welcome)
Art Gallery in the gym
Praying the Rosary
Battle of the Books at Queen of Heaven School
PA Day (no school for students)
Trip to Silver Birch (Dimeropoulos)
Grade 3 Swim to Survive (am)
Victoria Day
“Recycling Right” Celebration
Welcome to Kindergarten Night at 6:30pm
EQAO grade 3 Day 1
EQAO grade 3 Day 2
EQAO grade 3 Day 3
Aerobathon at St. Alfred 6-9pm
School Track and Field Day
Grade 3 Swim to Survive (am)
June
June 1
June 2
June 3
June 6
June 7
June 8
June 8
June 9
June 10
June 13
June 14
June 15
June 21
June 23
June 24
June 28
June 29
June 30
EQAO grade 6 Day 1
EQAO grade 6 Day 2
EQAO grade 6 Day 3
Trip to Peel Water Festival (Emick, English)
Grade 3 Swim to Survive (am)
Grade 8 Trip to Niagara
Kindergarten Orientation (9:30am to 11:30am)
Kindergarten Orientation (1pm to 3pm)
Grade 6 Scientists in the School (am)
PA DAY (no school for students)
Family Track and Field Meet at St. Marcellinus
School Council Meeting
Grade 3 Swim to Survive
Grade 8 Graduation
Board Track and Field Meet at St. Marcellinus
Report Cards Go Home
Kindergarten Celebration (pm)
Last Day of School
ATTACHED:
Math Insert
2016 Catholic Education Week Poster
Summer Literacy Camp 2016