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(905) 454 - 4458
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CHILDREN ARE OUR FOCUS. THEIR GOOD IS AT THE CENTRE OF ALL THAT WE DO
Principal
Vice Principal
Superintendent
Trustee
S. Mifsud
G. Prajza
L. Zanella
Head Secretary
Parish
Pastor
Associate Pastor
PARENT NEWSLETTER
N. Eisan
St. Anne Church
Fr. E. Murphy
Fr. D’Souza
FEBRUARY 2012
Virtue of the Month: Respect
We all deserve to be treated respectfully by others. However, in order to be
respected we also have to respect ourselves. Everyone has a right to go to
school/work free of gossip, name-calling, and put-downs. We should expect to
be treated with respect by everyone we meet – our brothers and sisters in Jesus.
Prayer for Respect
All mighty God, giver of all that is good.
We thank you for the precious gift of human life.
Guide us to respect all life.
Like St. Francis, help us to see the beauty and goodness in all living things
Help us to imitate your respect for life
For the life of children, making us glad with their enthusiasm
For the life of young people, hoping for a better world
For the life of the sick and disabled, teaching us humility
For the life of the elderly, witnessing patience and wisdom.
We thank you Lord.
Like Blessed Mary, may we always say yes to your gift of life.
May we have respect for all.
We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
"One Step Closer to High School”
“FREE PRESENTATION February 28th 2012: For parents of grade 8 students!! Graduating grade 8 is a big
achievement but means starting fresh at a new school at the secondary level. We welcome parents to join
representatives from St. Edmund Campion S.S. at 6:00 p.m. to learn about the supports available for your
children at high school and helpful strategies for a successful high school transition. See you there!”
Important Immunization Message from Peel Public Health
Peel Public Health will be reviewing immunization records of all students at our school
from February 1, 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. Translation services are available.
Kindergarten
Registration 2012-2013
February 6, 2012 – 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
* February 7, 2012 – 7:00 – 9:00 pm. (* snow date)
* If registration is cancelled on Feb 6th, due to inclement weather
February 8, 2012 – 9:00 – 11:00 am. and 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
February 9, 2012 – 9:00 – 11:00 am. and 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
February 10, 2012 – 9:00 – 11:00 am. and 1:00 – 3:00 pm.
The following documentation must be provided:
1. Proof of age (original birth certificate)
2. Original Roman Catholic Baptismal Certificate (for child and/or parent/guardian) or Baptismal
Certificate of other rites in communion with the Holy See of Rome
3. Updated immunization records
4. Proof of Canadian citizenship or Landed Immigrant status
5. Proof of address (utility bill, bank or credit card statement)
Students currently attending Junior Kindergarten at St. Maria Goretti will automatically be
registered for Senior Kindergarten.
Dressing for Winter Weather
Winter is here! Please encourage your child to dress appropriately for the cold weather. Outdoor play is
a healthy and invigorating activity when students are wearing suitable clothing and warm mittens.
Please write your child’s name on boots, mitts, hats, jackets and snow pants. Children must change
into their indoor shoes for warmth, comfort and cleanliness in their classrooms. Please keep an extra
pair of mittens, socks and even track pants in your child’s school bag in case they need a dry change of
clothes.
Ride/Parking/Safety
All parents/guardians are asked to respect the NO PARKING zones at the front of the school. This area is
reserved for busses and emergency vehicles. The KISS and RIDE lane is not a parking lane; it is strictly
for drop-off and pick-up with the parent remaining in the vehicle. Drop offs are to take place at the side of
the school. No students are to be dropped off at the front of the school. If you do wish to walk your child
to the school yard, please park your car in the parking lot or on the street.
St. Maria Goretti School Celebrates Black History Month - February 2012
Please join us on February 16th at 1:30 p.m. as Loretta Penny from Down to Earth Conservation Education retraces her
family roots from her great, great, great, great granddad to the present. Students will discover life on a sugar cane
plantation; follow the freedom route into the hills of Jamaica and along the underground railroad. They will learn about
slavery and emancipation while discovering the role of Africans in the development of North America and the struggles and
enduring spirit of Africans and their descendants.
Catholic School Council
Next Meeting:
Wednesday, March 21 @ 6:00pm.
All are welcome.
School Council – QSP Fundraiser
The QSP magazine fundraiser was a great
success! On behalf of the School Council we would
like to thank you for your contributions. To date,
the amount raised is $1640.10
February 21: Anti-Bullying Presentation
By Mike Neuts
St. Joseph Secondary
5555 Creditview Rd.
7:00 pm.
Presentation is a “pay what you can donation.”
Lates
Our day begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. Students who arrive late for
class often miss vital instructional time, interrupt classroom routines
and disrupt the learning of others. Attendance and punctuality are
essential components of the elementary school program. The
Education Act dictates that “ … a pupil shall attend classes punctually
and regularly.” The Ministry of Education indicates that poor
attendance and frequent lates are often one indication that a pupil is a
„Student at Risk‟ for successful completion of a Secondary School.
diploma.
Primary and Junior Word Study Tips
JANUARY
Did You Know?
RHYTHM is the longest English word without a vowel!
School/Community Connection:
Primary:
Have your child name 10 articles of winter clothing. Activity 1: Write them on sticky notes. Have fun putting the
words in alphabetical order. Activity 2: Look for little words inside of the bigger words. E.g. snowsuit – snow, suit,
it, no, now.
Junior:
Business establishments with creative names for their shops are a rich source of word play in the environment.
For example: Hair for a Good Time; Shear Elegance; The Cutting Edge.
Have your child come up with new shop names. Together, with your child, play with words to create a new name
for businesses.
FEBRUARY
Did You Know?
Of all the languages in the world, English has the largest vocabulary: about 800,000 words!
School/Community Connection:
Primary:
Valentine’s Day- Use index cards to write 8 to 10 words about love and friendship. Make two cards for each word.
Scramble them and lay them on a flat surface face down. Take turns flipping one card over and trying to find the
match.
Family Day- Grow a family: Cut out a tree trunk from any scrap paper. Cut out some leaf shapes. Label each with
a family word- brother, sister, mom, etc. Repeat the activity with different themed words.
Junior:
Tired Word Triangles
Some words in the English language are over used e.g., nice, said, walked, sad. With your child draw a triangle
and place the over used word in the middle. Have your child think of 3 synonyms (words that mean the same),
around the triangle. Use a thesaurus to add to your triangle.
MARCH
Did You Know?
A palindrome is a word, phrase, number or other sequence of units that can be read the same way in either
direction. According to the Guinness Book of World Records the Finnish word: saippuakivikauppias, a soap seller,
is the longest known palindrome in any language!
School/Community Connection:
Primary:
Play the magic square activity with your child. Fold a piece of 8.5 by 11 blank paper accordion style to make a
fan. Brainstorm family rhyming words (e.g., at, bat, cat; book, look, cook) and write one word on each section of
the fan. Work together, to create a poem using the rhyming words.
Junior:
Together with your child, investigate the origin of your town, city or street name. Research, using the internet, or
your local library.
BUS CANCELLATIONS/SCHOOL CLOSING DUE TO BAD WEATHER
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 schools is usually made
by 6:00 a.m. and will be announced on the following radio stations:
VIRGIN RADIO 99.9,
CFTR 680
CFNY 102.1,
EZ ROCK 97.3
CJCL 590,
CHFI 98.1,
CFRB 101
CHIN 100.7
FM/1540 AM,
CJBC,
Z103.5,
93.1 FM,
CITYPULSE,
GLOBAL NEWS,
CBC
Important Dates to Remember
February 2:
Interview evening – Reporting to Parents on Evaluation and Student Progress.
February 3:
PA Day – Reporting to Parents on Evaluation and Student Progress
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February 6, 8-10 : Kindergarten Registration for 2012/2013
February 16:
Black History Presentation
February 21:
Anti-Bullying Presentation
5555 Creditview Rd., Mississauga, 7:00 pm.
Presentation is a “pay what you can donation”
February 20:
Family Day - no school
February 22:
Catholic School Council Meeting @ 6:00 pm.
February 23:
Grade 7 & 8 Immunization Clinic at School
February 28:
Parent Information Meeting at St. Maria Goretti with St. Edmund Campion – Grade 8 students and
their parents
February 29:
Virtues Assembly at 1:30 p.m.