MAY 2015
14Septe
ST. JOACHIM CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
435 Rutherford Road North, Brampton, ON, L6V 3V9
905-453-4472
Follow us @StJoachimDPCDSB or visit our website at www.dpcdsb.org/JOACH
Principal
M. Di Nunzio
Vice Principal
I. Judd
Office Staff
L. Quiambao
Y. McCutcheon
Superintendent
D. Oude-Reimerink
Family of Schools
Brampton North
East
Trustee
A. Da Silva
Parish
St. Anne
Parish Priest
Father J. Cherickal
Associate Pastor
Father F. Marrone
Parish Telephone
905 453-1303
“Through A
Celebration Of Our
Faith All Who Enter
Our School May
Grow Together As A
Christian
Community”
Dear Jesus we thank you for Mothers everywhere
For all who care for us day by day,
Let us not forget that you were a child
And your mother was Mary.
We say thank you for Moms across the world
And in our country too,
Although we may not say it,
We think you are the best.
So let us give grateful thanks
And let our voices be heard
For all the Moms and Grandmothers
On Mother’s Day.
Amen
Adapted from Hannah Middleton 2005
PPRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
As we end Catholic Education Week we are reminded that our Catholic
Education is truly a gift. We are able to profess, practice and minister our
faith on a daily basis. The theme this year is “Exploring Paths of Joy”. We
invite you to find ways to demonstrate your faith as a family always looking
for opportunities to reflect on how we can be the Light of Christ for all those
we serve.
We would like to thank all the staff, parents and community for their
support in our many events and activities that continue to enrich the
educational experience for all the students.
May starts with the celebration of Catholic Education week. Please plan to
join us for part or all of the many special events planned.
As Catholics, we always pay tribute to Mary during the month of May. God
filled Mary with His Grace and she listened to the call of God. May we follow
in her example. We would like to pay tribute to all mothers in our
community for the love and devotion they show to their children every day.
Yours in Catholic Education,
Your Admin team – M. DiNunzio & I. Judd
MAY 2015
VIRTUE OF ACCEPTANCE
What the world needs most is openness: Open hearts, open doors, open eyes, open minds, open ears, open souls.
-Robert Muller
An accepting person is…
 willing to treat everybody as a member of a group
 non-judgmental
 welcoming to those different than himself/herself
 loving and happy with who he/she is
God wants us to make friends with everyone no matter how different they may look or act.
The virtue of ACCEPTANCE means we accept ourselves and others just the way we are. God created all of us in His image,
and God does not make mistakes. Being a part of God’s family means that we love and welcome everyone just the way Jesus
did. Sometimes we find ourselves in situations where it is easier to follow the crowd than to stand up for what we know is
right. However, Jesus wants us to accept everyone even when it is hard.
OUR DAILY PRAYER FOR MAY
Let us now pray... for the virtue of acceptance the strength to trust that God is at work in everyone’s life despite what we
think. AMEN
MAY – THE MONTH OF MARY
Mary, you never forget your children on earth. Just as you never left the side of your Son on the
Cross, so you never leave the side of your suffering children. We thank you for that presence. In
the wake of so much suffering in the world, we want to thank you for continuing to bring us
Jesus, who alone has the power to heal open wounds and to restore peace to broken hearts.
Amen.
Adapted from Pope Francis’ Prayer at Madhu Shrine in Sri Lanka
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL
The next Catholic School Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 12th. We welcome all members of our school
community to come out and get involved in whatever capacity they can.
CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK EXPLORING PATHS OF JOY - MAY 3 - 8
“Were not our hearts burning within us while He was talking to us on the road?” - Luke 24:32
The sub-themes for Catholic Education Week 2015 are as follows:
1. Walking Together and Sharing our Story
2. Opening the Scriptures
3. Welcoming Others to the Table
4. Recognizing Jesus in the Breaking of the Bread
5. Proclaiming the Good News
Catholic Education Week begins on a Sunday to highlight the partnership that remains the
foundation of Catholic education between our Catholic schools and local Catholic parishes.
Throughout Catholic Education Week, we ask you to reflect on the significance of Catholic
education’s presence and contribution in our Church, and in our society.
Please check our website and the Catholic Education Week brochure that came home to see how we are celebrating Catholic
Education Week at St. Joachim
MAY 2015
FROM THE LIBRARY – FOREST OF READING
Students began reading selections of books in January, and voting for their favourites concluded in April.
My Blue is Happy was chosen by Kindergarten to Grade 2 students as the Blue Spruce winner.
Chung Pow Chicken: Let's Get Cracking was our school winner for the Express Reading Club.
The Silver Birch fiction choice was Striker, and the non-fiction choice was Zoobots. Red Maple produced a
three-way tie: Last Train: A Holocaust Story, Legends, Icons and Rebels: Music that Changed the World
and We Are Canada. French students chose Rocheux Anniversaire, Leopold for Le Prix Peuplier.
Our school results will be added to votes at schools across Ontario. In May the province wide winners will be announced.
Congratulations and thank you to all students who participated in this event! Thank you to Mrs. Dudycz for coordinating this
event.
TOON BOOM
Good luck to our Junior Computer Animation team as they head off to the provincial championship at RIM Park
in Waterloo on Monday, May 4th. They competed at the Board tournament in
April and placed first in all of Dufferin-Peel, receiving gold medals. They will now
compete against the best in the province. Team members are Daniel P.,
Alexandra P., Elijah S. and Rynel B. Thank you also to their coaches Mrs. Thompson
and Ms. Lugtu.
DANCE TEAM- ROSE THEATRE
On Tuesday, April 21st, the St. Joachim dance team performed at the Rose Theatre in Brampton.
They had the opportunity to compete with other area schools and showcase their talents. Their
efforts were recognized by the team taking the Platinum award. Congratulations to all members of
the Dance Team as well as their dedicated and talented coaches: Mme. Zullo and Mrs. McCaffey.
KINDERGARTEN MOTHER’S DAY TEA
Our Kindergarten classes are hosting a Mother's Day Tea on Friday, May 8th. We recognize all the hard but rewarding work
that comes with being a mother and are celebrating all moms, aunts and/or grandmas by inviting them to
our Kindergarten classes. Students have been working hard to make invitations, treats and other great
surprises for their loved one. Happy Mother's Day to all moms!
THANK YOU FOR HELPING US HELP OTHERS – BAG2SCHOOL COLLECTION
Thank you to all of the families who donated their unused textiles and clothing for our Bag2school Collection. We collected a
total of 1580 Kilos of clothing, raising $237.00 and sending second-hand clothing to developing nations instead of to landfill.
Well done everyone!
EQAO
Just a reminder for parents who may be considering planning a vacation, EQAO will take place for grade 3
and 6 students between the period of May 25 – June 6. Please avoid scheduling vacations or appointments
during this period. Parents may visit the EQAO website at www.eqao.com for many resources and useful
information regarding EQAO, including sample tests from last year.
SUMMER DRESS CODE
As the warmer weather is approaching, it is important to review our warm weather dress code. Students are expected to
dress in a manner suitable for the occasion and appropriate to the school environment. In keeping with the Board’s Mission
and Catholic School teachings, each school is committed to standards of neatness, cleanliness, modesty and good taste.
Clothing that is acceptable for a six year old, may not be appropriate for a thirteen year old student. Failure to comply with
this expectation will result in parents being called to come in to provide suitable attire as well as possible disciplinary action
for the student.
The following clothing is NOT suitable for school:
Tank and halter tops, muscle shirts, mesh shirts, short shorts, cut off shorts, inappropriate tight fitting clothing, strapless
tops, or tops that bare the midriff, any clothing with inappropriate sayings that may be offensive to others, headbands or
bandannas.
Please also note radio and TV reports regarding the harmful effects of UV rays from the sun. Students should be wearing
sunglasses and hats when outside for recess or gym, both however, should not be worn inside the school. Students should
also be wearing sun block applied in the morning before school.
MAY 2015
PALS AND PEACEMAKERS
P.A.L.S. (Playground Activity Leaders in Schools) is a playground leadership program for schools
and it encourages children to participate in activities during recess. We are excited to have students
in grades 4 and 5 are being trained as Peacemakers and P.A.L.S. leaders. The leaders are outside at
lunch recess in the primary yard where they allow our primary students to participate in a lot of
fun, exciting and cooperative games. We thank the P.A.L.S. leaders for their dedication and
commitment to the program. The PALS motto is, “There is always room for one more”. We are
grateful to Mlle. D’Souza and Mrs. Rigato for organizing and overseeing these wonderful program
for our students.
ARE YOU MOVING?
We are beginning the process of staffing and organizing classes for the 2015‐2016 school year. If you are planning on moving
out of the St. Joachim School area, and are not returning to St. Joachim School in September, please advise the Office as
soon as possible.
ALLEGATION OF SEXUAL ABUSE REGARDING THE LATE FR. JAMES (JIM) ROTH, OSFS
Information regarding an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor related to the late Fr. James (Jim) Roth, OSFS, is posted on
the Dufferin‐Peel Catholic District School Board’s main webpage at www.dpcdsb.org. Additional information, including
where to report abuse or suspected abuse, is also posted on the website of Father Roth’s religious order, the Oblates of St.
Francis de Sales, at www.tdprovince.org and the Archdiocese of Toronto at www.archtoronto.org . Please consult these
sources as appropriate.
GROWTH MINDSET- WHAT DO WE TELL THE KIDS?
You have a bright child, and you want her to succeed. You should tell her how smart she
is, right? That’s what 85 percent of the parents Dweck surveyed said. Her research on fifth graders shows otherwise. Labels,
even though positive, can be harmful. They may instil a fixed mind-set and all the baggage that goes with it, from
performance anxiety to a tendency to give up quickly. Well-meaning words can sap children’s motivation and enjoyment of
learning and undermine their performance. While Dweck’s study focused on intelligence praise, she says her conclusions
hold true for all talents and abilities.
Here are Dweck’s tips from Mindset: Listen to what you say to your children, with an ear toward the messages you’re
sending about mind-set. Instead of praising children’s intelligence or talent, focus on the processes they used.
Example: “That homework was so long and involved. I really admire the way you concentrated and finished it.”
Example: “That picture has so many beautiful colours. Tell me about them.”
Example: “You put so much thought into that essay. It really makes me think about Shakespeare in a new way.”
When your child messes up, give constructive criticism—feedback that helps the child understand how to fix the problem,
rather than labelling or excusing the child. Pay attention to the goals you set for your children; having innate talent is not a
goal, but expanding skills and knowledge is. Don’t worry about praising your children for their inherent goodness, though.
It’s important for children to learn they’re basically good and that their parents love them unconditionally, Dweck says. “The
problem arises when parents praise children in a way that makes them feel that they’re good and love-worthy only when
they behave in particular ways that please the parents.”
Standford Alumni Website
DATES TO REMEMBER
May 11 PA Day – no school for students
June 8 - PA Day – no school for students (Term 2 Assessment)
May 12 School Advisory Council Meeting
June 15 – Cops for Cancer Charity Soccer Game
May 12, 26, June 9 Pizza Day
June 16 – Sub Day, Year End Mass
May 18 Victoria Day
June 17 – Joachim’s Got Talent School Performance 9:30, 1:15, 7 p.m.
May 13, 14, 19 Cadence Dance Returns
June 22 – Pan Am Play Day
May 19 Sub Day
June 23 – Pizza, Grade 8 Graduation
May 25 – June 6 EQAO for Grade 3 and 6
June 26 – Last Day of School
May 28 Parent Engagement – come on out and see, hear and do what your child has been learning 
Before and After School Programs
PLASP Child Care Services operates Before and After School Programs for
children up to 12 years of age at this school.
The Before School Program operates from 7:30 a.m. until school start. A
nutritious breakfast is served daily.
The After School Program begins once school is dismissed and goes until
6:00 p.m. Children participate in recreational activities, are served a nutritious
snack daily and have time for homework.
Before and After School Programs for Full Day Kindergarten
Children
PLASP Before and After School Programs, at this school, follow the Kindergarten
curriculum based on children learning through play. Breakfast, snacks and age
appropriate activities are provided daily.
Fee assistance is available.
Visit www.plasp.com and register your child online today.
July & August 2015
Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board - Adult and Continuing Education
ADULT PROGRAMS
CIAO ITALIA 2015
ELEMENTARY
ESL
ENG3U1 & ENG4U1
June 27 - July 21, 2015
SUMMER SCHOOL
CITIZENSHIP
FSL
ADULT CO-OP
COMPUTER CLASSES
PSW - Brian J. Fleming site
Various ESL Sites (July only)
St. Gabriel Adult
Learning Centre
Brian J. Fleming Adult
Learning Centre
July and August
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Programs/Adult+Education/
$5450.00
Explore Italy!
Rome
Florence
Amalfi Coast
Calabria
In collaboration with Calabria
International Tours
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Programs/Summer+Learning/
Ciao+Italia.htm
SCHOOL ON A BUS
SECONDARY
CHV2O1 & GLC2O1
Grade 9 & 10 Students
SUMMER SCHOOL
July 6 - July 21, 2015
$1500.00
Ottawa, Montreal & New York
Grades 9 to 12
June 29 - July 27, 2015
Brampton
ESL Non-Credit
Open to
ESL DPCDSB
High School Students only
Grade 7 & 8
Principal Recommendation Required
June 29 - July 17, 2015
Bolton/Caledon
Grades 9 to 12
St. Cornelius
Brampton
Contact:
Brunella Trinca
for additional information
Father C.W. Sullivan
Good Shepherd
St. Ursula
Mississauga
Bishop Scalabrini
Holy Cross
St. Faustina
St. Francis of Assisi
St. Gertrude
905-891-9263 ext. 37988
brunella.trinca@dpcdsb.org
SUMMER LITERACY CAMP
SPIRIT ACROSS
AMERICA
Grades SK to 6
ENG3U1 & ENG4U1
Principal Recommendation
Required
Grade 11 & 12 Students
Jul 6- July 24, 2015
$2900.00
Fee-for-service
Brampton
St. Edmund Campion
St. Marguerite d’Youville
St. Thomas Aquinas
July 6 - July 28, 2015
Boston, New York,
Philadelphia & Washington
905-891-9263 ext. 37955
Mississauga
In collaboration with EduTravel
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Programs/Summer+Learning/
School+on+a+Bus.htm
Father Michael Goetz
Loyola Catholic S.S.
St. Joan of Arc
St. Joseph
St. Marcellinus
Guardian Angels
Lester B. Pearson
St. Angela Merici
St. Nicholas - Bolton
Ven. Michael McGivney
Mississauga
In collaboration with EduTravel
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Programs/Summer+Learning/
Secondary+Summer+School.htm
905-891-9263 ext. 37955
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Programs/Summer+Learning/
Spirit+of+America.htm
Father Daniel Zanon
St. Bernard Clairvaux
St. Gerard
St. Gregory
St. Simon Stock
St. Timothy
St. Vincent de Paul
905-891-9263 ext. 37956
Questions?
Please contact us:
870 Queen St. West
Suite 100
Mississauga, ON
L5H 4G1
Telephone: 905-891-9263
Fax: 905-271-9060
http://www.dpcdsb.org/CEC/
Extraordinary Lives Start With a Great Catholic Education
Volume 8
May
Developing Mindsets that Promote Growth
What do wethe
mean
by “mindset”?
Remember
Ontario
Educational Re
Mindsets are the assumptions and expectations we have for
ourselves and others. These attitudes guide our behavior and
influence our responses to daily events.
- Dr. Robert
Brooks
Probability:
A number from 0 to 1 that
shows how likely it is that an
event will happen.
Tips for Fostering a Growth Mindset:
Tip # 4. Be mindful of the goals you set for your children
and the messages they send.
 Work with your child to set goals that are
reasonable and desirable for both of you.
 All goals should emphasize growth – the
development of a skill or the expanding
knowledge.
Grades 7 & 8: Continuing
the Conversation About
Your Money Decisions!
Let’s discuss “Money in the News”…
 Have your child monitor the news in all
its forms (T.V., on-line…) to watch for
stories about money.
 Talk with your child about some of the
stories or items they have heard about
in the news (e.g., how could this ‘news
story’ impact our community and/or
family financially?)
Family Math Activities K-3
Big Bi
Ideas
In probability situations, one
can never be sure what will
happen next.
Try this game during a car ride:
Call out events and have your child decide
whether it is something likely, is not likely or
will never happen. You are limited only by
your imagination! (e.g., we will swim in
January, a dinosaur is coming to the local zoo,
the leaves will change colour in the fall)
Probability from 4-6
Experimental Probability (a real-life experience): Suppose we have three pairs of socks
in a drawer, one blue pair, one green pair, and one red pair. What is the probability of
getting a matching pair if we reach into the drawer and, without looking, pick two socks?
Theoretical Probability (based on analyzing what could happen): Suppose you have
three pairs of socks in the laundry, one blue pair, one green pair, and one red pair. Now
suppose that somehow four socks disappear. Which is more likely: that the two socks
that are left will match or that they will not match?
Elementary Mathematics Program Team