Blessed John XXIII Catholic Elementary School
915 McBride Ave, Mississauga, ON L5C 1M1
Tel: 905-279-9478
Fax: 905-279-8465
SCHOOL HOURS
JK to Grade 8 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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expected to record homework, other relevant information, and any items requiring parent signature on a
daily basis. Parent/Guardians are expected to support and monitor use of the agenda (i.e. checking for
completed homework, signing tests, etc.) It is expected that the agenda be taken home and returned to
school on a daily basis.
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CATHOLIC VIRTUES FORMATION
A virtue is a habit or established capacity to perform good actions according to the
moral standards reflected in the gospel. A Catholic school is the ideal place to
practice and prepare to live a virtuous life, following the example of Jesus.
Many elements of Catholic character and virtue are purposefully
developed in Dufferin-Peel schools. In the coming year, our school will
focus on encouraging growth in these particular virtues:
 Faith…God made us live together as a family community.
 Empathy…God wants us to care about everyone’s feelings.
 Conscience…God helps us to choose to be good people.
 Hope…God helps us to keep on working for a more peaceful world even when we feel
discouraged.
 Self-Control…God wants us to do what it is we know and feel is right.
 Respect…God wants us to treat all people with the respect they deserve.
 Kindness…God wants us to give generously to others around us.
 Love…God wants us to serve and to see the goodness in everyone we meet.
 Acceptance…God wants us to make friends with everyone no matter how different they may
look or act.
 Fairness…God wants us to treat each person as we would like to be treated.
When we act out these virtues, we are making the presence of God visible in the world around us.
We will be participating in our own prayer that: your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth
as it is in heaven. (Mt 6:10)
Our mission as a Catholic school is to infuse the Gospel values into the daily life of the school; in so
doing, we carry out Christ’s ministry of peace and reconciliation. The aim of the Blessed John XXIII
School community, as rooted in the Catholic tradition, is to learn about and celebrate God’s active
presence in our everyday experience. Blessed John XXIII School is committed to sharing and living the
Catholic faith story through Religion and Family Life instruction, liturgy, formal and informal prayer,
traditions, celebrations and social outreach. At Blessed John XXIII School, Catholic education is not
limited to Religion and Family Life classes, but permeates the curriculum throughout the day and
underlies the attitudes and expectations of students, parents and staff. In the merging of faith and
intellect, our vision is Christ-centered.
Blessed John XXIII School is affiliated with St. Martin of Tours Parish, located as 1290 McBride Ave.
The parish team works closely with the school in planning for liturgical celebrations, visits to the school
and reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Students
are prepared for these sacraments through in-class instruction from the teacher and the parish priest.
BLESSED JOHN XXIII CATHOLIC SCHOOL 2.
ATTENDANCE
Absenteeism is a concern for both school and home.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Blessed John XXIII School is to foster
an inclusive, Christian environment that allows all
learners to achieve to their full potential as measured by
the Ontario Provincial Standards. We are committed to
collaboratively assessing the diverse needs of our
student community and effectively responding with a
comprehensive system of support that will ensure
improved student achievement. As stewards of Christ
and a "Family of Peace and Hope", we strive to
continually embrace and celebrate the gospel values
that demonstrate an emotionally safe spiritual
environment for all children to succeed.
To help alleviate anxiety over pupil safety, we ask that if
your child is going to be absent, please inform the
school either:
1. by telephoning and leaving a message on
the answering machine if it is after hours
or
2. by sending a note to the child's teacher via
brother, sister or neighbour.
If a child is absent and we have not received a phone
call or a note, we will attempt to phone you. To assist
with our Safe Arrival program it is important that we
have your latest contact information.
3.
BICYCLES
BLESSED JOHN XXIII SCHOOL PRAYER
Students arriving at school by bicycle should walk their
bicycles on school property and lock it. When leaving
school, students are asked to walk their bicycles on the
Creator God.
We thank you for the precious gift of Your Son, Jesus sidewalk until they are off school property. The school
Christ. We ask you to help us to live our lives according is not responsible for stolen or damaged bicycles.
to Jesus’ teachings so as to be worthy of the sacrifice
BULLYING
that He made for us. Thank you for allowing us to live 4.
on this bountiful earth, in this wonderful country and in At the school we continue to remind students and
the caring, loving Blessed John XXIII school parents through various means about “bullying” i.e
community.
through newsletters, school wide presentations, and on
Help us to be responsible stewards of all that You the announcements. We continue to educate and
entrust to us. Help us to be true witnesses of the Good remind students about the various levels of bullying. We
News to all those around us. Helps us to be faithful to stress the importance of reporting incidents as well as
the values set out in the Gospels. Help us to show our continue to provide a comfortable, non-threatening
love for all people in our thoughts, words and deeds. environment to do so. At Blessed John XXIII Catholic
We know that all is possible when we trust in You. School we continue to work through progressive
Amen.
discipline with appropriate consequences. As parents,
you need to listen to your child(ren), and we thank you
for contacting the school if you are informed of anything
BLESSED JOHN XXIII PEACE PEDGE
that is inappropriate. Thank you for listening and
supporting your child(ren) as well as listening to all
I pledge to be a peaceful person.
sides. Every child should feel comfortable and safe at
I pledge to be peaceful in my school, my family,
school. If you hear of anything inappropriate, please
neighbourhood and community.
contact the school to get the full story and work with us
I pledge to be kind to each person in my school
to help everyone involved.
Please check out a
community.
BULLYING
link
on
our
web-site.
I pledge not to fight with others.
I pledge not to encourage others to fight.
5.
CATHOLIC CODE OF CONDUCT
I pledge to set a peaceful example for others to follow.
I pledge to make my world a more peaceful place for all Blessed John XXIII Catholic School has a standard of
behaviour for students based upon the Ministry’s Safety
children to be safe and happy.
Bill 212, Bill 157 – Keeping our Kids Safe at School, and
I pledge to move forward with peace in my heart each
the Board’s Catholic Code of Conduct which can be
day and to follow in the stops of Patron-Blessed John
found on the school board or school website.
XXIII.
http://www.dpcdsb.org/JHN23
1.
OUR SCHOOL HOURS
6.
9:00
11:00
12:00
1:00
2:30
3:30
The Board has a Policy based on our responsibility
under the Child
& Family Services Act (1999)
concerning child abuse. If suspicion of child abuse
appears reasonable, the teacher or other Board
employee whose suspicions are aroused, must notify
the Children's Aid Society as soon as possible.
-
Classes Begin
Recess - Gr. 1-8
Lunch Break
Classes Begin
Recess - Gr. 1-8
Dismissal
CHILD ABUSE
Computers are the property of the school and are
available to be used by the students as an integral part
of the curriculum. All students and parents/guardians
will be asked to sign the Network User Application and
Agreement to ensure proper usage and the respect of
privacy. Any infringements of the agreement shall
result in loss of usage and/or disciplinary actions.
implementation of various diversity strategies, i.e. Social
justice, novels, literature, Heritage Maps, etc.
We have five specific goals that we are working on
collectively: Curriculum, Community Partnership, School
Climate, Leadership, Staff Development. Different
individuals valuing each other regardless of skin,
interest, talents or years of age, and that spells
diversity! For our detailed School Anti-racism and
Equity Plan, please visit our school website at
8.
http://www.dpcdsb.org/JHN23
7.
COMPUTER POLICY
DISCIPLINE/BEHAVIOUR
School discipline can be described as the establishment
and maintenance of the proper emotional climate within
which the teacher-child relationship can flourish. The
following excerpts from the Education Act and
Regulations describe responsibilities in broad terms.
"It is the duty of the teacher to maintain, under the
direction of the Principal, proper order and discipline in
his/her classroom and while on duty in the school and
on the school grounds."
"It is the duty of the Principal, in addition to her duties as
teacher, to maintain proper order and discipline in the
school."
"A pupil shall exercise self-discipline, accept such
discipline as would be exercised by a kind, firm and
judicious parent, attending classes punctually and
regularly; be courteous to fellow pupils and courteous to
teachers."
10.
DRESS CODE
To ensure that children are properly attired for all
weather conditions, we ask parents/guardians to monitor
what their children wear to school. It is our expectation
that a standard of neatness, modesty and good taste in
dress is upheld. Students should avoid recreational
wear which leaves shoulders bare and undergarments
and midriffs visible. Boys are not permitted to wear
sleeveless tops and girls need to ensure that the width
of their shoulder strap is 4 fingers. Girls are to ensure
that their skirts/shorts are a hand length above their
knees. Certain logos are not considered appropriate for
school. We also ask that students with facial piercing
remove their rings prior to entering school property.
We ask for your continued support for a dress code
which reflects the school as a place for serious work,
accompanied by standards of sensitivity, politeness and
The general aim of any discipline policy is to help decorum.
students internalize Christian values and develop their
spiritual, intellectual, physical and social potential. 11.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Realization of these goals is essential to the well-being INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES:
of both the individual and society.
With the onset of the cool weather, thoughts turn to the
It is strongly felt that the fostering of student self-worth inclement weather procedure. Generally, there are two
and self-discipline is a co-operative responsibility of not different situations which dictate the use of such a
just the school, but of the total community, including procedure.
parents, teachers, and the students themselves. 1.
The first is where transportation is cancelled
Mutual support and team work between the home and due to poor weather conditions. This normally occurs
the school is fundamental.
before school begins in the morning and is announced
on the following radio stations:
9.
DIVERSITY AND EQUITY
Blessed John XXIII Catholic School Action Plan: We
believe that every student is a unique individual created
by God and for God. To this end our respect for all
learners is embedded in the learning process to help all
achieve to their potential considering the various needs,
diverse talents, heritage, background, areas for growth.
Co-operation,
tolerance
and
acceptance
are
requirements at Blessed John XXIII Catholic School.
Blessed John XXIII Catholic School has a very diverse
school population comprised from a wide range of
social, economic and ethnic backgrounds reflecting the
ever-increasing diversity of cultures found within
Mississauga. To further recognize our cultural diversity,
we highlight this visibility of diversity in hallways and
classrooms,
aim
to
increase
parent/guardian
involvement in children’s education at home and in
school, review curriculum materials and library
collection to ensure that they are bias free and
inclusive, work in close collaboration with our Board
ESL/Reception Center as well as the further
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Our school board is the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District
School Board.
If bus transportation is cancelled in the morning, children
WILL NOT be picked up at the end of the day. If you
drive your child to school on the day the transportation is
cancelled, it is then your responsibility to pick your child
up at the end of the day. When transportation services
are cancelled and the school remains open it is the
responsibility of the parent to determine whether or not it
is safe for a student to walk to and from school.
2.
A second situation occurs where the school is
closed during the day before 3:30 p.m. due to
deteriorating weather conditions.
It is then the responsibility of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic
District School Board and school personnel to make
emergency arrangements with the safety of the students
being prime consideration. If the school is closed early,
bus students will be sent home.
If deteriorating conditions require an early school
dismissal, please devise a plan for your child to observe,
ie: go to a neighbour, sitter, etc.
It is essential that we have your up to date contact
information. Please review the procedures you wish
your child to follow.
signed and returned to school. NO STUDENT WILL BE
ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE ON ANY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY OR FIELD TRIP WITHOUT A
SIGNED PERMISSION FORM.
EMERGENCY FORMS
14.
FRONT DRIVEWAY
Each year, we ask you to complete the Student
Verification Sheet. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THESE
FORMS ARE ACCURATE AND CURRENT. If
information changes throughout the school year, please
let us know.
Parents/guardians are reminded to utilize the Kiss and
Ride lane when dropping off or picking up their children.
Students are reminded to follow our already established
procedure where students enter and exit using the
passenger doors. Please do not leave your car in the
Kiss and Ride lane and do not drive through the bus
lane. Please share the above information with family
CHANGE OF INFORMATION
Please help us keep our records up to date regarding members or care givers who may be picking up or
dropping off your child. Please remember to PARK your
the following in case of an emergency:
car in the designated areas. Thank you in ensuring the
- Change of address
safety of your child as well as all students at Blessed
- Change of phone number
John XXIII Catholic School.
- Change of business phone number
- Change of babysitter - name and #
15.
GOOD NEIGHBOUR
- Change of emergency contact
While students are on their way to and from school and
while they are on school property, they are encouraged
EVACUATION
No student may
If an emergency required the total evacuation of the to respect neighbours’ property.
school population, students and teachers will walk to retrieve a lost article from a neighbour’s property without
#1) McBride Public School, #2) The Woodlands School. the permission and supervision of school personnel.
If we have to evacuate from our immediate area, we will
HEAD INJURIES
evacuate to #3) St. Martin of Tours Parish. The nature 16.
of the emergency may affect more than one school in a Each school is mandated by the Board to advise parents
neighbourhood or region. In this event, we would of any head injury, however slight, experienced by their
receive direction from the Peel Regional Police. child. This may involve anything from a ball hitting your
Parents would be informed as soon as possible as to child in the head, children accidentally banging heads or
something more serious. We will attempt to contact you
the safety and whereabouts of their children.
by phone if any incidents occur. If we are unable to
12.
EVACUATION
POLICIES:
FIRE, contact you, we will send home a letter for you to sign
and return to the school.
HEIGHTEN
OBJECTS
AWARENESS,
MYSTERIOUS
Fire drills will be conducted in September until the
children are fully familiar with the routine. Subsequent
drills will be held without notice until the evacuation is
carried out smoothly. (By law, there must be at least
three fire drills in the Fall term, and once in each
remaining term).
Heighten Awareness, Secure and Hold Drills and
Mysterious Object Drills are conducted at least once a
term.
13.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
When considering the totality of an education, there are
certain aspects of personality development and social
interaction which fall outside the realm of the academic
curriculum.
Extra curricular activities provide the opportunity for
meeting with a variety of situations requiring social
interaction and engendering personality growth.
Because these activities are school generated, it is
necessary that rules and regulations be established for
the safety and well-being of all concerned. This year,
your son or daughter will have the opportunity to go on
field trips or to participate in extra-curricular activities.
Prior to these events, permission forms will be sent
home. It is important that these forms be filled out,
17.
HOMEWORK
Students will bring incomplete class assignments home
to finish. From time to time, teachers will assign
homework, where appropriate.
It is the responsibility of the student to complete all
assignments. It is the students responsibility to use this
planner to keep track of assignments. This should be
monitored regularly by the parent/guardian. Students
are responsible for any work missed when they are
absent from school.
For more information, please refer to the Dufferin-Peel
Homework Policy on our school website.
18.
ILLNESS AND ACCIDENTS
During the course of a school day, a child may become
ill or suffer an accident. In such events:
a) Our first action is to call you at home or at work. In
most cases, we prefer that you come to the school and
see your child safely home.
b) If we cannot reach a family by telephone, we attempt
to contact the emergency number which we request
from all families. We will then place your child in the
care of this person.
c) If we are unable to be successful in either a) or b)
we will take the action we feel necessary to assist your
child.
d) A major incident requires immediate action.
If it is necessary to take your child to the hospital we will
call 911 and attempt to contact you. It is important that
we have current phone numbers for yourself and other
contacts.
19.
IMMUNIZATION
Mandatory Immunization of School Children:
In June 1982 an act was passed making it mandatory
for all school pupils up to their 18th birthday to be
immunized against Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps,
Poliomyelitis, Rubella, Tetanus.
As part of our registration procedure, in co-operation
with the Peel Health Unit, we request an immunization
record for each child.
20.
INSURANCE
With all the activities that take place at school in the
playground, the gym and in sports, accidents happen.
Dental injuries can occur when 2 children accidentally
bump heads or fall. The school board does not carry
accident insurance for students. Outdoor activities,
extra-curricular, excursions and winter snow/ice
conditions are additional reasons you may wish to buy
student accident insurance. An insurance package is
sent home with your child(ren) in September.
Packages are also available from the office throughout
the year. This is optional for families, but highly
recommended.
21.
LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS
Once the children have arrived at school, they are not
permitted to leave the grounds without written
permission from their parent/guardian. This ruling
includes students who normally stay for lunch.
Parents/guardians are requested to provide the office
with a note if their child must leave for an appointment,
etc. Parents/guardians are requested to meet their
children at the office and sign them out.
22.
LUNCH POLICY
Children who stay for lunch must remain on school
property.
Children are asked to observe GOOD
manners and to be mindful of others. If a problem does
arise, you will be notified. If parents bring lunches for
students, they are to bring them to the office. No
student is permitted to run outside to get their
lunch.
23.
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
Please be advised that for safety reasons, no child
should bring any form of medication to school
without prior approval from the office. The school
will store necessary medication in the office, if a
Request Form (available in the office) has been filled
out and signed by the parent/guardian and doctor.
on it. Any treats that do not comply with this, will be sent
home. Please note, Tim Horton’s products cannot be
guaranteed to be nut free, therefore are not permitted in
the classrooms. It is the Board’s recommendation with
the support of both the Anaphylactic Society and the
Peel Health Department that schools do not encourage
the use of WOWBUTTER.
25.
PEDICULOSIS ( HEAD LICE)
A problem which seems to occur at least once each
year in most schools is pediculosis, or head lice. If a
case is found in class, we will send a note home
indicating that there has been a case, and ask that you
check your own children.
Even if cases are not reported by the school it is a
wise precaution to check your children periodically and
let us know if you find an infestation. If your children
are infested, we will ask you to keep them out of
school until after they have been treated and their
heads are entirely clear of both lice and nits(eggs).
Although we may not entirely escape outbreaks of
pediculosis, if we all cooperate we will be able to bring
them under control quickly.
.
26.
PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE (PED)
Personal Electronic Devises (PEDs) are Wireless
and/or Portable Electronic Handheld Equipment that
include, but are not limited to, existing and emerging
Mobile Communication Systems and Smart
Technologies (cell phones, smartphones, walkietalkies, pagers, etc.), Portable Internet Devices
(mobile managers, BlackBerry handsets, etc.), PDAs
(Palm organizers, pocket PCs, etc.), Handheld
Entertainment Systems ( video games, CD players,
compact DVD players, MP3 players, iPods, Walkmen,
etc), digital or film Cameras, digital or analogue Audio
Recorders or Video Recorders (tape recorders,
camcorders, etc). Spy Gadgets (spy cameras, covert
listening devices, etc.), and any other Convergent
Communication Technologies that do any number of
the previously mentioned functions.
PEDs also include any current or emerging Wireless
Handheld Technologies or Portable IT Systems that
can be used for the purpose of communication,
entertainment, data management, word processing,
wireless internet access, image capture/recording,
sound
recording
and
information
transmitting/receiving/storing, etc.
THE USE OF PERSONAL ELECTRONIC
DEVICES (PEDs) ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
To promote respect for the dignity of all members of our
school community and to enhance student achievement
and safety, the use of a PED is strictly prohibited in
school (including portables) or during school related
activities (such as retreats, field trips, sports events,
24.
NUT FREE TREATS
Due to Sabrina’s Law, any snacks brought to the school etc).
Failure to comply with this policy may result in the
to share with classmates, must be nut free. The items
confiscation of the PED and/or disciplinary action as
must be in the original packaging with the nut free logo
outlined in the Catholic Code of Conduct 2001. The
school and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School
Board assume no responsibility for the loss, recovery,
repair or replacement for any PED brought onto school
property.
It is the policy of the Dufferin Peel Catholic District
School Board that PEDs are to be kept out-of-sight,
turned off and not used within school premises or
during school sanctioned events. To prevent the loss or
damage of PEDs, the school encourages students to
leave their PEDs at home. We will not be responsible
for these items.
27.
PHYSICAL
AND CLOTHING
EDUCATION
ACTIVITIES
Physical education and physical fitness are important
goals of the school. There will be a broad range of
activities within the program and a good variety of extracurricular sports. It is important, for the purpose of
hygiene, that children in grades 1-5 have appropriate
footwear (running shoes), and that students in grades
6-8 also have a change of gym clothes for each gym
class (i.e. shorts, track pants, t-shirt, sweat shirt).
Running shoes are mandatory in the gym and we would
ask parents to purchase shoes with light-coloured, nonscuff soles. The black-soled variety mark the gym floor
and are prohibited in the gym area. Each year you will
be asked to complete a medical form before your
son/daughter can participate in Physical Education.
and assist your child to recognize that punctuality is a
responsibility, which all students should be developing.
Students are expected to be in their lines at 9:00 AM or
they are late. Students must report to the office if they
are late. Persistent lates will result in a before school
detention.
29.
RECESS POLICY
Under ordinary circumstances, children who come to
school are expected to participate fully in the school
program. This includes taking recess breaks with the
class. The recess break is vital and fresh air is not
likely to worsen a mild cold, if the child is dressed
properly. If the cold or illness is severe, we respectfully
suggest that the child not be sent to school. Students
will not be permitted to stay in for recess unless they
have a doctors note. In the event of severe inclement
weather conditions, all children are kept indoors and
supervised appropriately.
30.
REPORTING
Parents/guardians, students and teachers have many
opportunities for ongoing communication during the
year.
The first formal written report card goes home in
February. The final report card goes home in June.
Parents are encouraged to contact their child's teacher
at any time to review progress. Student evaluation is
ongoing, formative and summative assessment includes
the many aspects of a student’s school performance,
class work, assignments, contribution to school life,
DPA (Daily Physical Activity)
All students JK-8 participate in daily physical activities. teacher observation, projects, tests, peer and student
Students will be involved in a variety of games, activities self evaluation, are all part of the evaluation process.
and exercises that are designed to promote physical
31.
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
fitness and optimal physical health.
Providing our students with daily opportunities to be First Communion/Reconciliation/Confirmation
physically active will have a positive impact on their Students in Grade 2 will have the opportunity to receive
physical, intellectual, emotional and social well being. the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First
Physical activity has beneficial effects on students’ Communion.
achievement, readiness to learn, concentration skills, Students in Grade 8 will have the opportunity to receive
behaviour and self –esteem.
the sacrament of Confirmation. Our sacred sacraments
Blessed John XXIII school staff are committed to DPA. are an important part of each student’s faith journey.
Additional gym time, in class activities, and physical Additional information will follow.
activities happen at Blessed John XXIII Catholic School.
You can help your child to be prepared for DPA in the 32.
SAFETY
following ways:
Safety of children is a priority for all school communities.
•Ensure your child has appropriate footwear for physical Our school participates in several activities and
activity (running shoes)
programs to assist in creating a safe environment for
•Ensure your child wears comfortable clothing suitable children to learn, to develop and to grow. Some of the
for active participation
activities that we use include:
•Your child may be going outside for DPA (weather - Safety Programs embedded in the curriculum
permitting) please ensure suitable outdoor clothing
-Safety Programs in co-operation with the Peel Regional
•Provide your child with a good start each morning with Police
a healthy breakfast
- Railway Safety Programs
•Establish consistent routines for sleep so that your - Teacher Yard Supervision
child is well rested.
- Emergency and Fire Drills
28.
PUNCTUALTIY
It is important that your child be on time on a regular
basis. Please be aware, that late arrivals have a direct
impact on learning in school and they also disrupt the
classroom teacher during lessons. Please encourage
- Public Health Services
- Bike and Seasonal Safety Programs (i.e. Hallowe'en)
-Telephone Relay Message Service for inclement
weather and high water levels
- Winter Safety Program
-Safety message over the Public Announcement System
- Emergency and Evacuation Procedures
Although these activities assist in making the school
environment as safe as possible, the school and
playground are not always risk free. It is everyone's
responsibility to teach safety practices to our children.
Parents share this responsibility with school staff, lunch
supervisors, the police and fire department, and other
community service agencies. While we wish to keep
children safe, it is undesirable to remove all challenges
from their lives, and a totally risk-free environment is not
possible in a healthy school system. We ask parents to
understand and co-operate with us.
By working
together and sharing information, we can create safe
environments and safe practices to benefit our children.
33.
TELEPHONE ACCESS
We understand that situations may arise during the day
when either you or your child may need to communicate
with each other. Please remember that the school
telephones are available for personal student use in
emergencies only with the teacher and/or the office
determining the severity of the emergency. Students
will not be called out of class to answer calls, however,
we will attempt to forward important messages to them.
The school office is a very busy place, we will do our
best to try to get messages to your children, however,
we cannot guarantee that they will get the message
before leaving at the end of the day. Please make all
arrangements before your child leaving home for the
day and send a note to your child’s teacher. Similarly,
staff will not be asked to respond to a telephone call
while in class but will be given a message with
appropriate instruction. Please note that messages left
on the answering machine are checked 3 times a day, if
you leave a message for your child, we may not receive
it until the end of the school day.
34.
TEXTBOOK POLICY
is taught by the teacher in an instructional lesson. It is
the student’s responsibility to complete any assigned
work during their absence when they return.
37.
VALUABLES
Students are requested not to bring valuables, items of
importance or money to school. The school cannot
assume responsibility for items brought to school.
38.
VISITORS
We ask all visitors, including parents to use the front
entrance and check in with the office so we can assist
you. Our students’ safety is our first concern. Children
are very trusting and feel safe in the school. When they
see an adult they assume the adult should be there.
If you want to drop off something for your child or pick
them up early, we ask that you go through the office so
we can call your child down. Staff have been directed to
refer all visitors/parents to the office. When picking up
your child after school please wait for them outside to
avoid congestion in the hallways.
39.
VOLUNTEERS AT SCHOOL
Volunteeers are always appreciated at Blessed John
XXIII Catholic School. Please come out and be a part of
your child(ren)s school.
In keeping with the Safe Schools Act, all volunteers
must have a Criminal Reference Check. If you have the
time or inclination to be a volunteer, assist with school
trips, assist with our fundraiser(s), be an active member
of school council- dealing with children in any capacity,
please contact the office for a criminal reference check
form, for the 2012-2013 school year and deliver it to one
of the police stations listed on the back.. The check is
free for volunteers, but will assure the safety of all
students at Blessed John XXIII Catholic Catholic School.
If you already have a Criminal Reference Check on file
at the school, please complete the Criminal Offence
Declaration form.
Please have your check or
declaration completed so you can continue to be an
important and valued member at our school. Once you
receive your criminal check or complete your
declaration, please submit it to the office.
Textbooks and library books are the property of the
school and are loaned out to students with the
expectation that they will be returned in good conditiion.
The teachers are asked to record each textbook that a
student is given. Please help us to keep our, and your,
tax costs down by encouraging your child(ren) to take
40.
WE SHARE THE AIR:
proper care of them. Students will be responsible to
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board has a
pay for lost or damaged books.
Scent Sensitive Awareness Campaign called We Share
The Air. We ask that you assist those who are
35.
TRESPASS TO PROPERTY ACT
sensitive, by reducing/eliminating the scents you wear. If
The intent of this provincial legislation is to clarify the you are sensitive to scents, please let your teacher or
rights and responsibilities of both occupant and visitor. principal know.
Visitors to the school building are expected to exhibit
the same courtesy one would expect from a caller to a
YARD SUPERVISION:
private home. Hazardous conduct or willful damage is 41.
Staff
supervision
of students in the school yard begins at
an offence subject to prosecution under the Provincial
8:45
a.m.
and
extends
to 3:40 p.m. For safety reasons,
Trespass Act.
students should not arrive prior to that time and should
go directly home after dismissal. For safety reasons,
36.
VACATIONS
students are not permitted to play in the park before or
We request that parents plan vacations during school after school. This area is unsupervised and can be
holidays, considering how the missed school impacts a dangerous. During inclement weather, students are
child’s learning. Teachers are unable to put together supervised in three specified areas starting at 8:45 a.m.
work packages for children, as most of the curriculum
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES CHECKLIST
There are many opportunities to learn at Blessed John
XXIII Catholic School. Learning is your responsibility.
The staff are there to assist, encourage and support
you. The more opportunities you involve yourself in, the
more you will learn and the more you will enjoy your
years at Blessed John XXIII Catholic School. Below is
a beginning checklist of opportunities.
STUDENT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
STUDENT PLANNER
AGREEMENT
EXPECTATIONS
AND
_____ Am I organizing my time so that I can do
assignments to the best of my ability?
The purpose of this planner is to assist the student in
developing the organization and planning skills
_____ Do I make use of research facilities at the necessary to succeed. It is also intended to keep
school library and the public library?
parents/guardians aware of what is happening in school.
_____ Do I help out younger students by assisting their
teachers, by being a good role model or peer mediator?
Expectations:
_____ Am I a positive and helpful member when there •The planner must accompany the student to and
are group activities in class? Do I actively participate from school every day.
•The student must record events, due dates, homework,
and do my share?
and assignments on a daily basis.
•The planner is a major source of communication
between school and home and should be
Each student is a unique person
checked/updated on a daily basis by both student and
parent/guardian.
with individual needs, wants and
•If lost, the student will replace it at a cost of $5.00.
concerns. As situations arise
throughout the school year,
teachers will always keep this in
mind. We ask parents to also keep
us informed of any changes within
your child’s home life, as this will
affect them at school.
AGREEMENT
I understand the above and agree:
STUDENT SIGNATURE
_____________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE