Canadian Martyrs Catholic School
1185 Mississauga Valley Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5A 3R7
Telephone: (905) 275-0094 Fax: (905) 275-8187
School Website: http://www.dpcdsb.org/CMART
Principal
P. Wild
Vice Principal
M. Greenan
Head Secretary
M. Lo-Guidice
Assistant Secretary
P. Giansante
Superintendent
T. Lariviere
Mississauga East
(905) 890-1221
Trustee
A. Abbruscato
(905) 890-1221
Ward 4
Anna.Abbruscato@dpc
dsb.org
Parish
Sts. Peter & Paul
4070 Central Parkway
E.
Mississauga, Ontario
(905) 273-6630
Pastors
Father Panarnas
Father Ogugbuaja
School Council
Chairs
MJ. Ferreira
S. Perera
Dear Lord, as we begin this new school year,
We gather once again as your community of believers.
We thank you for the energy and the spirit that you renewed in us through the
summer months.
We thank you for the time to enjoy our family and friends and to reflect on what is
important in our lives.
Let this year be marked by enthusiasm and love so that, with the inspiration of your
Spirit, we may continue to grow in our faith.
Help us to fulfill Your hope for us with honest intentions and works of faith.
Let us be gentle with ourselves and bring laughter, joy and love to others.
We ask this in your name.
AMEN
Welcome!
It is with great pleasure and excitement that we welcome both new and returning students,
staff, and families to the 2015-2016 school year. The CMART staff has been hard at work
planning, preparing curriculum materials, and creating faith-filled and welcoming learning
environments for our students. A sincere ‘thank-you’ is extended to our custodial staff,
Mr. Sanchez and Mr. Valentin who have dedicated many hours over the summer into
ensuring that our school is safe and looks wonderful! Ms. LoGiudice and Ms. Giansante
have also worked many hours to ensure that this school year will be another great success.
The commitment and dedication of all of our staff is both a gift and blessing to our
Canadian Martyrs community.
We welcome back both new and returning members to the Canadian Martyrs community:
Ms. Baldissarelli, Ms. Mac Sween, Ms. Ste. Marie, Mr. Kelly, Mrs. Robinson, Ms. Chafe
and our new custodians Mr. Sanchez and Mr. Valentin.
We are looking forward to working collaboratively with all parents, students and staff in
the coming year as, together, we embrace the task of guiding students on the path of
learning and achievement.
Mr. Wild and Ms. Greenan
Septiember 2015Sept. 18
P.A. Day
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@CMartDPCDSB NO SCHOOL
IMPORTANT DATES
Sept. 21
Sept. 25
SCHOOL OPEN
HOUSE AND
BBQ/ BOOK
FAIR
SCHOOL
OPENING
MASS9:45AM
6 -8 PM
Sts. Peter and
Paul Parish
Sept. 30
13
Parent Council
Meeting at
6 PM in the
School Library
All are
welcome!
Virtue for the
Month of
September
Sts. Peter and Paul Mass Schedule
Catholic Community and Culture
OPENING MASS
Our OPENING SCHOOL YEAR MASS will be held on Friday, September
25th at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish at 9:45am. We are fortunate indeed to
come together as a Catholic community to celebrate our faith and the bright
beginning of a new school year. All are welcome!
Sacraments of First Communion and
Reconciliation
Sacrament of Confirmation
Grade 7 &8 Confirmation Candidates and Parents:
Grade 2 First Communion Candidates and
Parents:
Orientation Meeting and Registration Day
September 14, 2015 ( Monday) at 7:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
First Confession
March 10th, 2016 (Thursday) at 7:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Retreat and Rehearsal
April 16th, 2016
10:30-12:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
First Communion Day
April 17th, 2016 ( Sunday)
2:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Grades 7&8
Orientation Meeting and Registration Day
September 17, 2015 (Thursday) at 7:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Grades 7&8
Reception of the Cross
December 7, 2015 (Monday) at 7:00 pm
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Grade 7
Retreat, Confession & Rehearsal
April 23, 2016 ( Saturday) 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Grade 8
Retreat, Confession & Rehearsal
May 7th, 2016 (Saturday) 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
Grade 7
Confirmation Day
April 24th, 2016 (Sunday)
2:00 PM
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
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Grade 8
Confirmation Day
May 8th, 2016 (Sunday)
2:00 PM
Sts. Peter and Paul Parish
COMING TO SCHOOL & DISMISSAL
COMING TO SCHOOL-Please Arrive on time!
DROPPING OFF AND PICKING UP STUDENTS
THE KISS N’ RIDE PROGRAM
Please note our school hours below:
SCHOOL HOURS
8:30 – School Entry
10:35 – 10:50 – Recess AM
11:30 – 12:30 – Lunch
1:55 – 2:10 – Recess PM
3:00 – Dismissal
The City of Mississauga Parking Authorities and the Peel
Police have determined that Canadian Martyrs School has
one of the most difficult Kiss n’Ride lanes to manage traffic
flow due to the location and number of cars. We ask for
your help and patience in securing the safe arrival of our
students in the morning.
Crossing Guards on Duty
Central Pkwy &
MississaugaValley Blvd.
Central Pkwy.& Bloor St.
You can help us to keep kids safe by:
8:00-8:30
11:30-11:40/ 12:05-12:30
3:00-3:30
It is very important that students arrive on time to school to
avoid disrupting their own and other students’ learning.
Please plan to arrive in time to have your child line up with
their class in the schoolyard. Students arriving late will be
directed to the back entrances of the school and not
permitted to enter through the front doors until they are
officially late. Students who are late more than once per
week may receive a recess detention. Please note that being
late means students must sign in at the office and receive a
late slip.
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Entering the school driveway and Kiss n’ Ride lane
one vehicle at a time and not trying to pass others by
using the inside lane or cutting in front of school
buses.
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We empty the lane completely and then fill it up.
Please be patient and have your child(ren) ready to
exit the car quickly. Please do not exit your vehicle to
open the trunk or dress your child(ren). Exit on the
curbside only.
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Please drive all the way up the lane as far as you can
before stopping to let your child(ren) out. Not
everyone can park directly in front of the doors or the
playground gates. When you stop early you make
everyone behind you wait.
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Do not park in the lane to walk your child. You are
welcome to park in a space if available. Please let us
know if you require a KINDER HELPER to escort
your child to Kindergarten.
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Please do not park in the FIRE LANE at the front of
the school or let your child(ren) out at the front even
the bell has rung. Students will not be permitted to
enter through the office doors until they are “late”.
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Please arrive on time and use the Kiss n’ Ride lane
when it is supervised. Coming late and letting
children out in front of the school is very dangerous.
SCHOOL YARD SUPERVISION
Please note that staff supervision in the schoolyard begins at
8:15 a.m. If a student is dropped off earlier there is NO
SUPERVISION IN THE YARD. Please do not leave your
child(ren) unattended in the school yard before staff
supervision begins. Students will not be accommodated in the
office before 8:15 unless it is an emergency. Please do not
send your child in to wait on the bench.
Students are supervised throughout the entire lunch hour
and both AM and PM recesses. We ask that parents not
be in the schoolyard or watching children from the fence
or sidewalk at these times as staff on duty can not
determine who is a stranger and who is a parent. We
appreciate your help keeping our kids safe.
Students are dismissed outside at 3:00 PM. Please make
sure that your child knows where to go and who to go with
after dismissal. Younger students will be handed off directly
by the classroom teacher to the pick up person identified by
parents.
PICKING UP YOUR CHILD
Our parking lot is now closing at 2:00 each day and is
marked with orange pylons.
ONLY Vehicles with disability parking permits may enter.
Vehicles will not be permitted to leave the parking lot between
3:00-3:10 PM due to crosswalk traffic.
We ask that parents not pick up students early at the end of the
day to avoid the after school rush. If your child has an
appointment etc. please write a note in the agenda book for
the teacher in the morning so that your child will be waiting
at the office for you. Calling students during recesses or at
the end of the day is difficult as students and teachers may
not be near or hear the phone.
Please be mindful that u-turns are not allowed on the
street and to observe all parking signs.
Parking in the Fire Lane in front of the school or in the Kiss
and Ride Lane may result in a ticket.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SAFE ARRIVAL PROGRAM
BUS INFORMATION
PLEASE CALL THE SCHOOL IF YOUR CHILD WILL BE
ABSENT OR LATE
Transportation eligibility is determined by a student’s home
address. The following website, www.businfo.stopr.ca is
available to students, parents/guardians, school
administrators, secretaries and school bus operators.
Parents/guardians who are eligible for transportation will
be able to login to the www.businfo.stopr.ca site and access
details of only their child’s transportation arrangements.
Please return all bus forms to your child’s teacher as soon
as possible.
We are requesting your assistance. This system, which allows
parents/guardians to call in student absenteeism 24 hours a day,
supports our Safe Arrival Program. If both lines into the school are
busy, your call is automatically routed to the School Answering
System. The office staff picks up the phone messages on a regular
basis and will relay messages to staff members. We thank all
parents/guardians who continue to call the school when their
child(ren) are absent. Your support ensures that our Safe Arrival
Program works efficiently to ensure the safety of our students.
When we do not receive your call, we are concerned about your
child. We then call home, your workplace or an emergency contact
number. Please let us know if your telephone numbers change.
EMPTY SEAT POLICY
If you would like your child to ride the bus and he/she has
not been granted a seat due to distance from school or
grade you may apply for an empty seat on the bus. Please
come to the office for an application form and more
information.
Please help us to save valuable time and ensure the safety of your
child by calling in all absences. Our Attendance Verification
Phone number is (905) 275-0094 (Press #1).
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When calling, please provide the following:
Name of student (first & last, spell the last name)
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Name of teacher
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Grade
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Reason for absence
SCHOOL ORGANIZATION
Each school year start-up often brings some unexpected
changes in terms of enrolment. As a result of families
moving out of our school community or registering at our
school over the summer, class organization is subject to
change within the first few weeks of the school year.
Parents/guardians will be notified if any change should
involve their child(ren). Your support and cooperation is
greatly appreciated. Reorganization day is Sept 18th,
2015.
It is important for all students that they arrive on time for school.
Students who are late for school are required to report to the office
to obtain an Admit Slip prior to going to class. Students who are
habitually late may be required to make up the time through
detentions at recess or after school.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY DAY
Friday September 18th, 2014 is a Professional Activity Day
for staff. There will be no school for students. Staff will
be involved in Adult Faith Development and
Reorganization of classes if necessary.
GOING OUT FOR LUNCH
Only Students in Grades 7-8 may leave for lunch. A written note
addressed to the classroom teacher must occur each time there is a
change in lunch routine. This is especially important for a child
who has permission to leave school property during the lunch
hour who normally stays for lunch.
OPEN HOUSE &BBQ
Come on out and join our school community for a
delicious BBQ and meet your child’s teacher at the same
time. Keep your calendar free for Thursday, Sept 21, at
6:00-8:00 pm. The Fall Scholastic Book Fair will be also
be open for students and parents to view!
APPONITMENTS ETC.
Students leaving or returning to the school due to appointments
must be signed out and in at the office by a parent/guardian. Your
co-operation and support of this important supervision/safety
initiative is appreciated. A written note in your child’s agenda will
ensure that he/she is waiting for you in the office when you arrive.
SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHS
Thurs Sept 24h is Photo Day at Canadian Martyrs.
Re-takes will be November.
Bring your smiles! J
Graduation Photos will be on Jan 26th, 2015
Spring Photos will be on April 22nd, 2014
CUSTODY OF CHILDREN
STUDENT VERIFICATION FORM & PACKAGE
Student verification forms and packages for each child will
be sent home this week. All forms (even those with correct
information) must be reviewed, signed and returned to the
appropriate classroom teacher. Please return all forms and
packages, as this will help us update our records.
At times, we are faced with situations in which non-custodial
parents arrive at school asking to visit their child or to take their
child home after school. We are best able to serve and protect
students, when we are made aware of legal custody arrangements,
visitation rights and other special instructions. If legal custody
matters affect your family, please ensure that our office and
classroom teachers are aware of custodial arrangements between
parents that may affect your child during school hours. Please
ensure that a copy of the Court Order is on file in the school office.
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HEALTH & WELLNESS INFORMATION
HEPATITIS B IMMUNIZATION,
MENINGOCOCCAL MENINGITIS, HPV
ALLERGEN AWARE SCHOOL,
PEANUT & OTHER LIFE THREATENING
ALLERGIES
On November 4, 2015 Peel Health will continue to offer free
immunization against Hepatitis B, Meningococcal Meningitis
for students in grade 7 and HPV for grade 8 female students
during the 2015/2016 school year. Students in grade 7 during
the 2015-2016 school year, who did not complete the Hep B
series or receive Meningococcal Meningitis can complete the
vaccinations in grade 8. Immunization against Hepatitis B,
Meningococcal Meningitis, and HPV continues to be
voluntary and a parent/legal guardian must authorize
immunization for all students under the age of 14 years.
January 26th will be the next immunization date.
SARINA’S LAW:
Sabrina’s Law is an Act to protect anaphylactic students in
publicly funded schools in Ontario. Named “Sabrina’s
Law” in honor of an Ontario student who died following
an anaphylactic reaction in 2003, the law became effective
on January 1, 2006.
As we begin the new school year, we would like to inform
you that Canadian Martyrs is an allergen aware school.
There are pupils in attendance at our school who suffer
from severe and life threatening allergies to certain foods,
such as peanut and nut products. Exposure to the smallest
quantities can cause severe and life threatening reactions.
Anaphylaxis is a severe and life threatening allergic
reaction. The most common allergen triggers are food,
insect stings, medications, exercise and latex.
An
anaphylactic reaction involves symptoms from two or
more body systems.
We would appreciate the cooperation of the entire
school community by NOT sending any lunches or
snacks that contain peanuts or peanut products. We
want Canadian Martyrs to be a safe environment for all
students.
Thank you for your assistance with this initiative.
PEDICULOSIS
Although not a communicable disease, pediculosis (head lice)
is a concern to families and teachers. Each year it is common
for outbreaks of pediculosis to occur. Unfortunately, in recent
years, head lice have become increasingly common throughout
North America. They are parasites, which have been common
among human beings for centuries. They are not connected in
any way with dirt or neglect. Anyone can be infested with
them. If a case of head lice is found, we inform all parents by
way of a letter.
If cases of head lice are found in a classroom, we shall inform
all parents of students in that class. We request that you also
check your own children and, if you find them to be infested,
we would ask that you let us know.
Students are reminded to refrain from sharing hats, especially
during the winter months. Any infected student will need to
be checked before re-entry to class.
STORAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
OF MEDICATION
Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that all
medication and forms are completed and updated annually
for any student who requires medication to be
administered at school. If your child requires medication,
please have the necessary forms completed and return
them, along with any medication, to the office as soon as
possible. Forms are available at the school office.
Region of Peel Dental Screening
Dental screening for students in grades JK, SK Grade 2 and
Grade 8 will take place on February 17th, 2016.
STUDENT INSURANCE
As required by the Education Act and Ministry of Education, the
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board annually provides
parents with information about cost-effective student accident
insurance coverage via student carrier, ‘insuremykids Protection Plan’
forms were distributed to students the first week of school. The
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board requires parents,
guardians written acknowledgement that they have received
information regarding Student Insurance especially for those students
participating in out-of-school excursions and/or extracurricular sports
activities and is indicated on the respective parent permission forms
(ref: GF115 Elements of Risk) distributed when students participated
in educational excursions. Although enrolment in the student
insurance is voluntary, the Board encourages parents to take
advantage of the inexpensive insurance coverage, especially if their
child/children participate in sports, excursions/field trips, or, if
parents do not have dental insurance coverage.
Two options are offered for enrolment:
1.) Complete the traditional form and mail it in or
2.) Photocopy the form and fax it to Reliable Life at 1-905-5227211 or 1-800-463-KIDS (5437). Parents alone have the
right to insure their children.
All medication is stored in the office area. The only
exception to this requirement has to do with any child
who, because of life threatening allergies, must carry
medication.
RECYCLING OF EYEGLASSES
In the great Catholic spirit of sharing, Canadian Martyrs
would like to solicit from the parents/guardians and
students of Canadian Martyrs the donation of any
unwanted eyeglasses/spectacles to the Lions Club of
Mississauga Central, which are given to the less fortunate
in Canada and throughout the world. This can be done by
bringing the unwanted eyeglasses to Canadian Martyrs
Catholic School and placing them in the Lions Eyeglass
box located at the front office.
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FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN
HELPFUL PROGRAMS
Full Day Kindergarten
Canadian Martyrs is looking forward to continuing the Full
Day Kindergarten Program. Our Kindergarten Team has
been working diligently and we are enthusiastic to begin a
new year of wonder, inquiry and Play-Based Learning.
PLASP – CHILD CARE SERVICES
In the PLASP, Child Care Services Program, children
participate in recreational activities, are served a nutritious
snack daily and have time for homework
For more information on the PLASP, Child Care Services
Program, visit our PLASP Director, Argiro Kaplanis at
Canadian Martyrs or call the PLASP Head Office at 905-8901711. You can also visit the website at www.plasp.com
What is Play-Based Learning?
Research has shown that there is a strong link between play
and learning for young children. This is especially true in
the areas of problem solving, language acquisition, literacy,
numeracy, and social, physical, and emotional skills.
Young children are naturally curious and actively explore
their environment and the world around them through a
process of play-based learning. Play is a vital part of a
child’s life for optimal development, socially, cognitively,
physically, and emotionally.
REGION OF PEEL
PARENTING & FAMILY LITERACY CENTRE
What is the Role of the Teacher and DECE?
In the new Full Day Kindergarten program, teachers and
Designated Early Childhood Educators will work together
in supporting your child’s learning in a play-based
environment.
Our team promises to support children in their play-based
learning by:
• providing large blocks of time for both childinitiated and structured play;
• guiding, shaping, engaging in , and extending play
but not dictating or dominating it;
• allowing children to be “in charge” of their play –
engaging them in the planning of the learning
activities and allowing time for unstructured play;
• providing a variety of hands-on, concrete materials,
tools, and equipment that encourage children to
engage in different forms of play;
• changing materials, tools, and equipment as
needed, to guide, shape, enhance, and extend
learning;
• asking questions to expand and enhance play;
• observing, monitoring, and assessing play.
The Parenting and Family Literacy Centre at Canadian Martyrs is a
place where parents/guardians/caregivers and children from infants to
six years of age can play and learn together in their local school.
The Parenting and Family Literacy Centre offers a variety of fun
learning activities for children while engaging parents in their child's
learning. Through music, stories and play, babies and children can
start to build essential skills, like sharing, early literacy and numeracy,
as well as communications skills.
The play-based program enhances children’s natural curiosity and
desire for exploration while helping them learn. Children can play with
each other and become more familiar with the school and its activities.
Our Parenting and Family Literacy Centre at Canadian Martyrs will
re-open on Tuesday, Sept 8 with our Instructor, Priscilla Lawrence
Hours: 8:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (Monday to Friday) Please sign-in using
the book in the front foyer of the school.
MULTICULTURAL/SETTLEMENT SERVICES
Carola Cuadra is a settlement worker affiliated with Dixie-Bloor
Neighborhood Center. She provides settlement services, information
and orientation to newcomer families to help and support their
integration into the Canadian Martyrs Community. She is in the
school on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm. Feel free
to call (905) 629-1873. our Settlement Worker at 647-248-3789 or
ccuadra@dixiebloor.org.
For more information on the FULL
PROGRAM curriculum please visit:
DAY
KINDERGARTEN
www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/elementary/kindergarten_e
nglish_june3.pdf
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CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY
School Bus Safety Tips You Can Use
Statistics prove that students are at far greater risk of
serious injury outside the school bus than they are while
aboard. Whenever possible, reduce that risk by supervising
children at and en route to or from, their bus stops. There is
simply no substitute for an adult’s vigilance. And please
share this information with student passengers; it may one
day save a child’s life.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL
School Council Election:
It is a pleasure to invite all Parents/Guardians to consider
becoming a member of the School Council. Please note
that our School Council will be comprised of
Parents/Guardians, School Staff and a Parish
Representative. If you are interested in becoming a
member of the School Council please complete the attached
nomination form and return it to the office by Sept. 17th,
2015.
☑ 1. Getting On and Off the Bus
• Be at the bus stop before the bus comes.
• Wait for the bus at a safe place away from the road.
• The bus driver will tell you when to get on.
• Always use the hand rail.
• Never push or shove.
• Take two giant steps away from the bus when getting off.
• Walk, don’t run away from the bus.
The election (if necessary) will be held on Thursday Sept.
24th.A list of nominees for the election will be sent home on
Sept.21st with instructions for voting.
If you do not wish to run for a position, you are still always
welcome to attend the meetings and offer your thoughts
and ideas. We look forward to seeing many
Parents/Guardians at our meetings. Our first Council
meeting is Wednesday September 30th, 2015 at 6 pm in
the library.
☑ 2. On the Bus
• Sit facing the driver, feet in front of you.
• Keep hands and your head inside the bus.
• Keep the aisle clear at all times.
• Always follow the bus driver’s instructions.
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3. Crossing the Road
Always cross the road in front of the bus, never behind.
Take at least 10 giant steps in front of the bus.
Pass the crossing arm; stop and look at the driver to give
you the signal to cross.
Walk, never run across the road.
Get to the bus stop in plenty of time so you don’t have to
run.
Wait for your bus in a place that’s away from traffic in the
road.
Bus stops are not appropriate places to push or wrestle with
your friends.
Let the bus stop before you try to get on.
If you can touch the bus, you’re too close.
Remember if you can’t see the bus driver, then the bus
driver can’t see you.
The driver will let you know when it’s safe to approach the
bus.
Take the steps one at a time, holding onto the handrail.
Go right to a seat, and sit quietly, without blocking the
aisle.
Listen to your bus driver, and obey any requests.
Leave the bus in single file, holding the handrail.
Walk away from the bus without running, and never go
behind it.
If you have to cross the street to leave or board your bus,
you need to be 10 giant steps away from the front of the
bus. Watch for overhead red lights to flash, and wait for
your driver’s signal before crossing.
If you ever drop something underneath the bus or in its
path, leave it there! Never, never, stop to pick it up.
The purpose of Catholic School Council is, through the
active participation of Parents/Guardians, to improve
student achievement and to enhance the accountability of
the education system to Parents/Guardians. A Catholic
School Council’s primary means of achieving its purpose is
by making recommendations in accordance with this policy
and regulation to the Principal of the school and to the
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board. Also, to help
the Principal and the Teachers bring appropriate
community resources to the school and to help the
Principal and the Teachers ensure that Parents/Guardians
recognize and exercise their right to participate in the
education of their children.
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SEPTEMBER – EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO BE
SAFE AT SCHOOL
PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES (PEDs)
What is a PED? PEDs are wireless and/or portable
electronic handheld equipment that include cell phones,
smart phones, tablets, walkie-talkies, iPods, MP3 players
and digital cameras.
It is the policy of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board that PEDs belonging to students and
visitors are to be kept out-of-sight, turned off and not
used within school premises or during school
sanctioned events, such as, retreats, field trips, sports
events, etc. To prevent the loss or damage of PEDs,
teachers will collect any student PEDs at the start of
each day and lock them securely until dismissal.
Students are not permitted to keep their PED during
the school day.
The key message for September is…
“Everyone has the right to be safe at school”.
Each class will create a set of behavioral guidelines. This activity
provides students with an opportunity to identify and discuss
their expectations of how to appropriately interact with others.
When students feel ownership they tend to assume more
responsibility to follow the established guidelines and manage
their own behaviors. Students learn about expressing opinions,
consensus building and accountability. A sense of safety is
established in knowing that all students have agreed to follow
the guidelines. By posting the guidelines in the classroom and
referring to it throughout the year, peer accountability for
behavior management is encouraged.
TIPS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
- talk with your children about the guidelines
- ask them which guidelines they like the most and which ones
they think will be most difficult for them
- discuss behavioral expectations within your own family and the
values or beliefs upon which these are based
Beautification of the Kindergarten Yard
Please come by the school to view our new tree carvings in the
Kindergarten yard. These indigenous creatures were carved with
a chain saw from of the trunks of old trees that needed to be cut
down due to disease. These new little creatures will be keeping
an eye on our little ones as they play in our new natural
playground.
FALL SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
Our Fall Book Fair will be held in the library the week of
Sept. 21-25, 2015. The Fair will be open during the
school BBQ and Open House. We look forward to
raising lots of money to buy books for our school library!
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F.Y.I.
CANADIAN MARTYRS STAFF AS OF SEPT 3
Grade
Teacher
Room #
DECE/FDK
DECE/FDK
DECE/FDK
A. DiDonato/D. Benewiat
C. Nicol/ E. Chafe
L. Manimendre/ M. Siwek
107
112
113
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2/3
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3/4
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4/5
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6/7
6/7
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M. Engman
S. Strk
V. Linardic
M. Hilton
L. Skowronska
V. Tunney
S. Virdo
E. Perozzo
S. Ciampa
J. Mac Sween
A. Correia (Cardoz)
F. Balissarelli/ M. Ste. Marie
C. Gendron
M. Gough
C. Rapa-Perri
R. Kelly
J. Piedade
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109
117
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111
114
210
211
213
209
208
215
203
204
201
M. Federico-Zita
V. Bojsic
PT
J. Iannetti
PT
V. Mendolia
PT
I. Belina
SERT/ESL
A. Nagel
ESL
T. Simone
FSL
M. Samaniego
FSL
J. Mahoney
Library/ESL
L. Orsini
SAT
A. Slaney
ERW
E. Nowak
ERW
H. Robinson
ERW
M.Basek
CYW
M.Aguis
Family Centre P. Lawrence
Settlement
C. Caduro
Head Custodian R. Sanchez
Night Custodian V. Francisco
Social Worker G. Fearing
Psychologist
V. Shaughnessy
Speech & Lang. B. Cunliffe
Int. SERC/SERT
Jr. SERC/SERT
Principal
Vice Principal
Head Secretary
Assistant Secretary
DATES TO REMEMBER
Sept 17
Sacramental Parent Meeting
Sept 18
P.A. Day – no school for students
Sept 21-25
Scholastic Book Fair
Sept 21
Open House & BBQ 6:00-8:00 PM
Sept 24
Photo Day
Sept 17
School Council Nominations Due
Sept 30
Catholic School Council Meeting
Sept 30
Terry Fox Run
Canadian Martyrs School Prayer
Dear Lord,
Speak to us so that we members of the
Canadian Martyrs Catholic School community
witness that each of us
is special in our own way.
Make each one of us
like a little light that glows
in the darkness of this world,
A little flame that shines brightly,
spreading Your peace, love and joy
throughout the world.
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216
216
212
205
Library
Library
Guide us through each day and night
and
let Your light shine through us.
Amen
CANADIAN MARTYRS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
MISSION STATEMENT
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Library
Canadian Martyrs is a diverse community
dedicated to the Catholic faith
and to educating all students
to reach their full potential in God’s light.
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MOTTO
“Let Your light shine through us”
P. Wild
M. Greenan
M. Lo-Giudice
P. Giansante
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SAVE TREES!
GREEN SCHOOL INITIATIVE:
At Canadian Martyrs we are making efforts to reduce the overall use of paper in the school. We strongly
believe that this is a worthy task. As we continue to foster the communication between home, school and
parish, we would like to encourage families to make use of our school website for school information,
updates, special events, liturgies, masses, educational excursions, monthly school newsletters and other
important news.
Our school website is updated regularly and has links to a number of related sites including the DufferinPeel Catholic District School Board home page.
School website:
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CMART
If you would like to support this green initiative, you can reduce paper production of the monthly school
newsletter by accessing it online through our school website.
Please complete the following questions below to help us better keep you informed:
Student Name: _________________________________________ Teacher: __________________________
Parent/Guardian Name: ___________________________________________________________________
(Please Print)
Parent Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
CHOOSE ONLY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COMMUNICATION FORMATS:
I/we would like to continue to receive monthly school newsletters in hard copy format.
Distributed to my child (older or only) by classroom teacher.
OR
I/we will no longer require a hard copy monthly school newsletter as I/we will be accessing it
through the school website.
Please return this form to your child’s classroom teacher
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