Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
Lester B. Pearson Catholic Elementary School
140 Howden Boulevard
Brampton, ON, L6S 2G1
School Council Meeting Minutes
September 24, 2013
Meeting 7 p.m - Lester B. Pearson Meeting Room
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Attendees:
Principal
Chair
Treasurer
Secretary
Non-Teaching Representative
Parish Representative
Teacher Representative
OAPCE Representative
Parent
Parent
S. Galvao
M. Wilson
J. Balao
R. Caspersz
C. Monahan
N. Graieb
B. MacLeod
M. Ieraci
Kim Szlapetis
Christina D’Angelo
Regrets:
Non-Teaching Representative
Teacher Representative
C. Panetta
Sister R. Mak
Please note: All currently named Council Members represent the elected 2012-2013 School Council Members and
are subject to change. Election results for 2013-2014 are effective as of November 14, 2013.
Opening Prayer - N. Graieb
Welcome - M. Wilson
Attendance - M. Wilson
Approval of Meeting Minutes - May 14
Motion: Approval of May 14 meeting minutes
Moved by: J. Balao
Seconded by: K. Szlapetis
Motion Approved
Approval of Current Meeting Agenda
Motion: Approval of Meeting Agenda for September 24, 2013
Moved by: K. Szlapetis
Seconded by: N. Graieb
Motion Approved
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2013-2014 School Council Elections
Mrs. Galvao, as per election protocol, opened Council Elections with a general overview of
School Council and detailed the role and responsibilities of School Council Chair to begin the
election process
M. Wilson was the sole nominee and re-elected to the position of Chair for the second
consecutive year
M. Wilson, as appointed Chair, managed the remainder of the election process as per election
protocol and reviewed the responsibilities for each role
J. Balao was nominated for the position as Treasurer, and unanimously re-elected to the
position
M. Ieraci was nominated for the position as OAPCE Representative, and unanimously reelected to the position
K. Szlapetis was nominated for the newly created position as Safe School Representative,
and unanimously elected to the position
C. D’Angelo was nominated for the position as Secretary, and unanimously elected to the
position
N. Graieb was nominated for the position as Parish Representative, and unanimously reelected to the position
C. Panetta and C. Monahan were re-appointed to the position of Non-Teaching
Representatives and unanimously re-elected to the position
B. MacLeod and Sister R. Mak were re-appointed to the position of Teacher
Representatives
Congratulations Members!
To learn more about Catholic School Councils visit: http://www.dpcdsb.org/CCCSC/
Principal’s Report
Faith
New Associate Pastor to St. Anthony – Father Roger Pascall
Father Roger will be organizing visits to classrooms based on various themes – teachers
have had a template to complete in order for him to prepare
Food drive week will be organized in early October
First school mass will take place on October 7th at 10am at LBPCES
LBPCES Pastoral Plan for 2013-14 will be sent home to families – youngest and only
It will also be posted on the school website
Catholic Education Week Theme: “Serving in the Love of Christ” – May 4-9th
Community mass to celebrate Catholic Ed. Week on May 8th at 6:30pm at St.
Anthony
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Virtues Program – Faith, Empathy, Conscience, Hope, Self-Control, Respect, Kindness,
Love, Acceptance and Fairness
Teachers have signed up for monthly virtues celebrations – it may take the place
of an assembly, announcements, posters, etc.
Two students per class will be awarded a Virtue Certificate for demonstrating
that virtue.
Our first assembly will take place on Friday, September 27th at 10am, parents are
welcome to attend
Rosary of Apostolate – monthly classroom visits
Youth Faith Ambassadors – gr. 7 & 8 students
Curriculum Items
EQAO ScoresGrade 3
Area of Focus
School
+/- from 11/12 Board
Reading
69%
-14%
71%
+1%
68%
+2%
Writing
82%
+2%
80%
+2%
77%
+1%
Mathematics
72%
-11%
68%
-4%
67%
-1%
Grade 6
Area of Focus
School
Reading
95%
+21%
79%
+1%
77%
+2%
Writing
77%
-2%
80%
+2%
76%
+2%
Mathematics
72%
+5%
59%
-4%
57%
-1%
Province
Board
Province
Smartboards being installed in JK/SK classes
Monthly staff meetings which will be instructional-based for staff PD and the Catholic
Board Learning Plan
In addition, divisions will work in networks – Primary focus will be Reading; Junior &
Intermediate focus will be Math with supports from a Special Assignment Teacher
Extra-Curricular
Currently softball & cross country are running
Terry Fox Walk on Friday, September 27th in pm
Chess table has been installed at playground for student and community use
40th Anniversary Liturgy & Christmas Concert – day & evening performances; evening
performances – 2 adult tickets per family due to safety and capacity in gym. Still in
planning stage
JK/SK will have a separate concert
Halloween Dance and Valentine Dance will be confirmed soon; minimal entry cost for
students to cover the cost of the DJ
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Health & Safety/ Plan
Locked Entry system has been installed – doors are locked at all times with the
exception of one door being unlocked during recess
First Fire Drill Practice took place on Thurs. Sept. 19th
Kiss and Ride running relatively smoothly
JK/SK Cross walk – soft entry/ exit
Not very busy
A few parents have been concerned as cars have parked on the cross walk – we
are trying our best to monitor
Parents are reminded not to come into the school yard during morning drop offs as well
as during recess
Due to the number of allergies, we ask that food not be brought to school for sharing or
for special events
Volunteers on trips / in School – new Board protocol – all volunteers must have
completed a Criminal Reference Check
Forms can be requested from the office
This information was shared on the School Website
BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY MATTERS
Treasurer’s Report
As of August 2013, there was a balance of $3209.90 in Council budget
Lunch programs are an integral component to our fundraising efforts as it generates
approximately $1,000 each year
Chocolate fundraising letters have gone home to students. Chocolate sales is the largest
contributor to Council’s budget.
J. Balao to review grant list and identify any additional grant opportunities
COMMITTEE UPDATES
OAPCE (The Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education)
No new information to report at this time
For information about OAPCE visit: http://oapce.on.ca/oapce/
Parish Representative
No new information to report at this time
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Lunch Programs
Suggestions to add / change Boston Pizza menu items is currently under review. N.
Graieb is working with Boston Pizza to ensure that any menu changes comply with the
School Food and Beverage Policy. Mrs. Galvao to review and approve any changes.
Swiss Chalet Day was a success last school year; looking to schedule 2 days this year
Sub Day is currently under review due to its profitability
Fundraising
Chocolate fundraising letters have been sent out to students. Boxes of chocolate will be
sent home October 8 and all chocolate sales will conclude on October 21.
Our goal is to sell 200 boxes
This year each student will have the option to “opt out” of the fundraiser versus “opt in”.
Each box includes 30 Nestle chocolate bars and the cost for each complete box sold is
$90.
Prizes for the chocolate fundraiser include: gift cards, a space scooter and a draw for
approximately 18 students to win a limo ride to McDonalds for lunch
M. Wilson has asked any available Council members to assist with the counting of
money and collection of any unsold chocolate on October 21
Pro Grant
School Council was awarded funds to create an event that promoted exercise / healthy
living and encompassed family time for the parents and student of our school
The intent is to book time ice time and a community room in April for parents and
students to come out for a free skate
Mrs. Galvao informed Council of a newly released School Board policy regarding
concussions and new protocol. Mrs. Galvao requested Council put booking the ice on
hold for further investigation into the policy. Mrs. Galvao will report back to M. Wilson
with her decision regarding the skating event.
Special Projects
Classroom recess bins need to be cleaned out and organized. N. Graieb and M. Wilson
will schedule a day to meet after school
OTHER BUSINESS / COUNCIL DISCUSSION
New Business
No additional business to add at this time
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Future Meeting Dates
Thursday, November 14, 2013, Lester B. Pearson Meeting Room
6:30 pm - Budget Review and Approval, School Council Members Only
7:00 pm - General Meeting
Thursday, January 16, 2014 @ 7 p.m., Lester B. Pearson Meeting Room
Thursday, March 20, 2014 @ 7 p.m., Lester B. Pearson Meeting Room
Thursday, May 22, 2014 @ 7 p.m., Lester B. Pearson Meeting Room
Closing Prayer - N. Graieb
Adjournment
Motion: to adjourn meeting
Moved by: J. Balao
Seconded by: M. Ieraci
Motion Approved
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