ST. TIMOTHY SCHOOL
NEWSLETTER
February 2012
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K. Kovacs
Principal
T. Loftus
Vice Principal
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E. Dal’Bo
Head Secretary
L. Polla
Assistant Secretary
C. Blanchard
Superintendent
Of Schools
(905) 890-1221
Chair of the Board
Trustee Mario
Pascucci
Cell: 905-302-3096
Fax: 905-890-0888
Board Office:
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905-890-0708
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Email Address:
mario.pascucci@dp
cdsb.org
www.TrusteePascuc
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B. Iannicca
Trustee
(905) 890-1221
bruno.iannicca@
dpcdsb.org
Father Ruggiero
Dibenedetto
Pastor
Saint Catherine
Of Siena Church
(905) 272-1454
School Council
Chair: Lynne Mills
2lmills@rogers.com
Prayer for the Season of Thanksgiving
REFLECTION
Loving God,
All that we have comes from your goodness
Good and Gracious God, And all the work of those who love us.
you call your people back to you
Lent.
Blessthis
us and
the food we share
Watch
over those who care for us.
May this sacred season renew
our desire
our eyes
to meet the needs of the poor
to live fully the promisesOpen
of our
baptism
During
this
time
and to love you with a whole heart. of harvest and thanksgiving.
We make this prayer in the name of Jesus, Amen
Through more frequent
prayer,
Who is Lord forever and forever.
acts of charity, and fasting, may we remember
Amen
that loving you and one another
is the most important thing we can do.
In confidence, we ask these things through
Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord and Saviour.
Amen
Principal’s Message
With the coming of February, we have now reached the half-way point of this school
year. We have accomplished much, but the journey of this school year continues
towards completing our academic goals, sacramental celebrations, events in the arts,
athletics, our rich cultural diversities and the celebration of St. Timothy’s 50th
Anniversary.
During the month of February, we also begin the liturgical season of Lent. Ash
Wednesday, February 22, marks the start of our spiritual journey of growth and
transformation. During Lent, let us focus on building relationship – with each other
and with God.
Interviews will take place the evening of Thursday, February 2 and during the P.A.
Day on Friday, February 3. Our full day Kindergarten registration for in boundary
families begins on February 6 and closes at 3:30 on February 10 at 3:30 pm.
In closing, I ask you to continue to pray for our community members who struggle to
find work, long for better health or are simply in need of our prayers. Thank you for
your continued support.
K. Kovacs
FAITH COMMUNITY
Activities for Youth:
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Atrium)
for children ages 3-15. This is a Montessori-based
approach to the religious formation of children,
rooted in the Bible and Liturgy of the Church. Call
Angela at 905-502-5367.
PARISH EVENTS:
Sacred Relics of the Saints: Treasures of the
Church
“It is a most wonderful thing to see a parish or
school renewed after an exposition. That is the
reason why I have this ministry. I am looking very
forward to bringing it to you." Fr. Carlos
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25 10:00 AM and at
7:00 PM
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St. Catherine of Siena Parish (2340 Hurontario St.,
Mississauga) welcomes you to a teaching and
exposition of Sacred Relics. Over 150 relics will be
shown, some believed to be as old as 2000 years.
Among the treasures will be relics of St. Maria
Goretti, St. Thérèse of Lisieux (the “Little
Youth Band & Youth Mass
If you love to sing, join the Youth Band. They
practice every Saturday at 4pm and sing thereafter at
the 6pm Mass. Youth Mass every first Saturday of
the month at 6pm. The youth facilitate the readings,
offertory and music.
Children’s Liturgy every Sunday at the 11:30am
mass for kids ages 3-10.
Altar Servers are always needed, ages 8 and up.
Legion of Mary meet every Tuesday at 7:45pm for
adults.
Legion of Mary meets every Friday at 6pm for the
youth.
Youth Group (ages 12-18) every Tuesday from 6 to
7:30pm.
Flower”), St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of
Padua, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Faustina
Young Catholics (ages 19-35) last Friday of the
month from 8 to 9:30pm.
Kowalska. In addition, there will also be present a
piece of a veil which is believed to have belonged
to Our Lady and one of the largest remaining pieces
of the True Cross in the world.
Tax Receipts for 2011 and Envelopes for 2012
now available.
First Friday February 3rd, the Blessed Sacrament
will be exposed all day. Adoration at 7:30pm.
Palms from last year can be brought to the church
to be used for Ash Wednesday.
Valentine’s Dinner / Dance
Saturday February 11th at 6:30pm. Tickets
available at the office.
Pilgrimmage October 16-31, 2012 to Portugal,
Spain, France, Italy and Medjugorie. For info call
Queen Syrena Travel at 905-412-2242.
New Roman Missal in English (newly translated
prayers and responses) Get acquainted with the new
prayers and responses by coming to church. For
more info on changes see
www.archtoronto.org/romanmissal.
Activities for Adults:
Get involved in the parish we are always looking
for new Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, Catechists,
Choir members, Computer Operators, etc.
Knights of Columbus new council formed at the
parish, looking for members.
Bible Study for adults every Tuesday @ 7:40pm in
Fr. Zanon church hall.
Prayer Groups in English, Spanish and Italian
meet on a weekly basis at the parish, call for more
details.
RCIA Program
Do you know anyone who wants to become
Catholic? Program available.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE AND
OTHER EVENTS PLEASE CALL THE
PARISH AT 905-272-1454 OR VISIT THE
WEBSITE AT www.stcatherine.ca.
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RECEPTION OF THE SACRAMENTS
Sacrament of Confirmation-Thursday May 24 @ 7:00
p.m.
Sacrament of First Holy Communion-Saturday May 5
@ 3:00 p.m.
First Reconciliation for grade 2 students:
Wednesday, March 7 @ 7:30 p.m.
THE MEANING OF LENT
ST. TIMOTHY FEAST DAY MASS
Our St. Timothy Feast day school mass was held on
Thursday, January 26th. Father Ruggiero was the
celebrant. It was truly a wonderful way to celebrate as a
community gathered in faith. Thank you to family
members who were able to join us on this special day.
VIRTUE OF THE MONTH
Respect……
See God’s presence in themselves and others.
Treat others as they would like to be treated.
Welcome others with smiles and friendly greetings.
Always display good manners.
Say “Excuse Me”, ‟Please” and “Thank you”.
Avoid the temptation to swear or gesture
inappropriately. Look for ways to encourage and praise
others. Talk kindly about others and avoid gossip.
ST. TIMOTHY’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
When you send forth your spirit you renew the face of the
earth. Psalm 104:30
Lent consists of two parts: the first being the forty
days between Ash Wednesday and Passion Sunday
(Palm Sunday). The second part of Lent is the time of
Passiontide or Holy week. This year the Liturgical
Season of Lent begins on Wednesday, February 22, 2012
- Ash Wednesday. What does the word “Lent” mean?
Why have we given this name to the time of preparation
before Easter? Lent comes from an old word meaning
“springtime.” During the spring of the year, daylight
increases, trees begin to bud and flowers start to appear.
The new life that comes to the world each spring is like
the renewal of life that comes when we pray and try
harder to follow Jesus.
The ashes on Ash Wednesday serve two purposes:
1. They symbolize, and remind us, that something must
die in order to bring about new life.
2. They are a symbol of sorrow and repentance
for sins committed. Historically ashes were placed on
peoples’ foreheads as a sign of repentance.
ASH WEDNESDAY
On Wednesday, February 22, 2012, all students from JK
to grade 8 will participate in an Ash Wednesday liturgy at
11:00 a.m... Students will receive ashes, reflect on
readings and pray together as a faith community in
preparation for Lent and the Easter season.
The formal celebration of St. Timothy’s 50th
Anniversary will take place the evening of May
9, 2012. SAVE THE DATE!!
If you have photographs or memorabilia, please
contact the school so that we can arrange to have it
displayed.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCIL
Council Meeting dates have been set as follows
(Wednesday’s beginning at 7:00pm). All are
welcome!
February 1
March 7
April 11
May 2
June 13
FOOD DAYS
PLEASE NOTE:
February 10 – Sub Day
FULL-DAY KINDERGATEN REGISTRATION
FOR 2012-13
Registration for Full-Day Kindergarten for the 201213 school year, will take place at St. Timothy School
on the following days:
February 17 – Pizza Day
February 24 – Pizza Day
Monday, February 6, 2012*
7:00-9:00 p.m.
*Snow Date: Tuesday, February 7- 7:00-9:00 p.m.
MARCH BREAK
A reminder to everyone that March break will be from
March 12 to March 16th this year. There are no classes
during this time and the school will be closed. Classes
will resume on Monday, March 19th.
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, February 8, 9 &
10, 2012
9:00-11:00 a.m.
1:00-3:00 p.m.
For more information, call the school at 905-2770990, or, visit www.dpcdsb.org
PARENT/TEACHER/STUDENT CONFERENCES
The evening of Thursday, February 2nd and the P.A.
Day on Friday, February 3rd have been set for
Parent/Teacher/Student conferences.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Dufferin-Peel Catholic Schools have a long tradition of
observing Black History Month. Teachers have
highlighted this theme within their curriculum
programs as an opportunity to develop a greater
awareness and understanding of the many significant
contributions of Black Canadians to our nation. To help
promote this event in our school, our students will be
exposed to various activities and discussions about
different leaders who have inspired others, have been
role models, and have made a positive difference during
their lives. These activities will take place in different
classrooms, on the morning announcements and in
displays throughout the school.
Listed below are some of the various activities the
students will participate in for the Black History
Month....
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Songs, stories & Novel Studies
Heritage discussions & wearing traditional
clothing
Family history, traditions, and celebrations
Researching and presenting biographies of
politicians, actors, publishers and musicians
Newspaper article discussions
Novel studies
Celebrating Cultural diversity within our
classes and school
EQAO
Our Grade 3 and 6 students will be participating in
the Provincial EQAO assessments during the weeks
of May 23rd-June 6th. It is very important that your
child be present at this time. Further information will
follow.
SOCIAL NETWORKING PRESENTATION
FOR PARENTS
Parents are invited to attend a presentation by Paul
Davis on the topic of Social Networking. The parent
presentation will be held at St. Edmund Elementary
School on Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. All are
welcome.
REPORT CARDS
Report cards were sent home on Tuesday, January
31st. The evening of Thursday, February 2nd and the
P.A. Day on Friday, February 3rd have been set for
Parent/Teacher/Student conferences.
IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION MESSAGE
FROM PEEL PUBLIC HEALTH
Peel Public Health will be reviewing immunization
records of all students at our school from January
2012. Peel Public Health must have proof that your
child has been fully vaccinated (immunized)
according to the Ontario immunization schedule. If
you receive a letter, please ensure that your child has
received the required vaccine(s), then give the
date(s) your child received these vaccine dose(s) to
Peel Public Health immediately to update your
child’s record. For more information, please call
Peel Public Health at 905-799-7700, or, visit
www.ImmunizePeel.ca.
FRENCH IMMERSION
Senior Kindergarten parents/guardians, who wish to enroll
their child in a Grade 1 French Immersion class for
September, 2011 are invited to attend an information
meeting at:
French Immersion centres
Session location
Our Lady of Providence
St Angela Merici
St Joachim
St Joachim
Divine Mercy
St Elizabeth Seton
St Margaret of Scotland
St Margaret of Scotland
St Gertrude
St Pio of Pietrelcina
St Gertrude
TRANSPORTATION CANCELLATIONS /
SCHOOL CLOSURES
During the winter months inclement weather
may cause disruption of bus transportation
and regular school operations. A decision to
cancel school transportation and/or to
close Date
schools
is usually
and
time made by 6:00 a.m.
and will be announced on the following
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p.m. Wednesday, February 8th, 2012.
Date: March 22, 2012
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. plus Q&A
Location: St. Edmund Elementary School
Guest Speaker: Paul Davis from
socialnetworkingsafety.net
Topics: FACEBOOK, Cyber Bullying, Hand Held
Devices, Texting, Legal Matters, and a Common Sense
Approach to dealing with the technology your children have,
or are asking you for!
This presentation is intended for adults only
Refreshments will be available.
RSVP to St. Edmund Elementary School by
March 9, 2012 at (905) 846-7124
PEDICULOSIS
A problem which seems to occur at least once a year in
most schools is pediculosis or head lice. Head lice are
parasites which have been common among human beings
for centuries. They are not connected in any way with dirt,
neglect, and so on. Anyone can be infested with them.
Unfortunately, in recent years, they have become quite
common throughout North America. In order to control
these pests, we shall do the following and request your full
cooperation.
If even one case is found in the school, we shall inform all
parents of children in that class. We will be monitoring
friends and classmates, however, we would ask that you
also check your own children and if you find them to be
infested, we ask you to let us know so that we can help
you get the proper treatment and take the necessary
precautionary measures. Even if cases are not reported
from the school, it is a wise precaution to check your
children periodically. If your children are infested, we will
be asking you to keep them out of school until after they
have been treated with the correct shampoo. If we all
cooperate with these procedures, we may not entirely
escape outbreaks, but we will be able to bring them under
control quickly.
SAFETY REMINDERS
 The narrow one-way driveway for vehicles
exiting at the back of the school is not to be used
for pedestrian use. There is only enough clearance
for vehicles and, despite the presence of signs
FEBRUARY
posted at both ends of the
driveway, there3are a
number of individuals who walk through the
driveway resulting
in extremely unsafe
NO SCHOOL
FOR conditions
STUDEN
for everyone involved.
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Please do not stop or park in the fire lane and
bus lane at the side of the school. If you need to
park, please use the parking lot, or, park on the
road. Please use the kiss and ride lanes at the
FRONT of the school when picking up or dropping
off a student.
PARKING LOT SAFETY AND KISS AND RIDE
Our school driveway is a matter of great concern in regards
A. students.
DAYS Please use the Kiss ‘n’ Ride
to the safety P.
of our
lane at the front of the school to drop off or pick up your
child. You cannot park your vehicle in the Kiss ‘n’ Ride
lane before school or at dismissal time. For the safety of all
of our children, CARS ARE ALSO NOT PERMITTED TO
PARK, DROP OFF or PICK UP students in the driveway
or bus lane located at the side of the school.
WINTER WEATHER
During the winter season, many parents are concerned about
school policy on outdoor recess. It is generally accepted that
when the wind chill factor drops below -25°C, students
should not go outside for recess. Dufferin-Peel C.D.S.B.
Policy uses a wind chill factor of -20° C as a determining
factor for modified recess. We ask that students come
dressed appropriately with hats, gloves, mittens etc. Where
possible, please put identification on our child’s belongings.
Please note that all students should have indoor shoes
during the winter months so that the classrooms are kept as
clean and dry as possible. Thank you in advance for your
support and cooperation.
SNOW AND ICE
Snow is part of our winter life in Canada, providing both
frustration and enjoyment. We all like to play in it;
however, snow and ice can be very dangerous. In fact, most
injuries happen during wintertime. For safety reasons, our
school rule must be that snow stays on the ground – no
snowball throwing, kicking snow or any other activity with
snow or ice that could be harmful, which includes sliding on
slopes. Thank you for taking time to reinforce these safety
rules with your children.
DATES TO REMEMBER
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3
P.A. DAY
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
February 1 Skating: Gr. 4-6 (10:00 to 11:30)
February 2 Parent/Teacher Interviews (Evening)
February 3 P.A. Day (No school for students)
February 3 Parent Teacher Interviews
February 6 Round 2 Meningitis Vaccinations and
Gr. 8 HPV
February 6, 8, 9 and 10 Kindergarten Registration
February 8 Skating: Gr. 7-8 (10:00 to 11:30)
February 14 Cultural Performance: JK-Gr. 5
(2:00)
February 15 Intermediate Speech Comp. (1:002:30)
February 15 Skating: Gr. 1-3 (10:00-11:30)
February 20 Family Day (Schools are closed)
February 22 Ash Wednesday Liturgy (11:00
a.m.)
February 28 Grade 6 Ski Trip.
February 29 Skating: Gr. 4-6 (10:00-11:30)
March 1 Cultural Presentation for K-Gr. 8
(11:00)
March 7 Skating 7-8 (10:00-11:30)
March 7 First Reconciliation 7:30pm @
St. Catherine of Siena Church
March 12-16
March Break
Please check the school’s website for events
and newsletters at:
http://www.dpcdsb.org/TMTHY