NEWSLETTER
March 2013
5820 Glen Erin Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5M 5J9
Telephone: (905) 814-9216
Fax: (905) 814-9217
Principal’s Message
Principal
D. Della Rossa
We have had the opportunity to experience
winter in Ontario in a truly unique way. The
amount of snowfall continues to decorate our
landscape and the cold winter is characteristic
of our great Canadian winters.
We wish to
express our thanks to Mr. Jones and his continued efforts with snow removal to support
our school community.
Secretary
S. Droy
Superintendent
Mississauga North
D. Oude-Reimerink
Parish
Merciful Redeemer Parish
Phone: 905-812-0030
Pastor
Fr. Vid Vlasic
Associate Pastor
Fr. Robert Mignella
School Council Co-Chair
Megan Scott
School Council Co-Chair
Keith Mussar
Trustee
Esther O’Toole
Ward 9
Phone: 905-812-5163
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Phone: 905-814-9216
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Prayer for Lent
D ear God;
D uring this season of Lent,
M ay you help us to thank you for
the new life you gave
to our world and to our spirits.
T o find your presence around us in the
sparkle of the sunshine,
a word given in encouragement,
and a smile shared in passing.
T o open our hearts to your call.
T o serve one another with
your loving compassion.
T o have courage to ask for help
With Ash Wednesday, we have now entered
one of the most important times in our liturgical calendar as a Catholic community. I wish
to extend a sincere thanks to Fr. Roberts for
leading our liturgy and the many parents and
families that joined in our liturgical celebration. Lent is a time of growth, penance and
prayers. As we journey through the season of
Lent, let us use what remains of the forty days
to pray for peace and harmony in our world.
We continue to see many areas of the world,
and within our own communities, that still
require prayers for peace, food and shelter.
Let us pray for these communities that they
may receive these gifts. We also pray that our
students, families and staff will be able to
journey through Lent in good health and with
the essential elements necessary for healthy
living.
Our School Council has worked diligently to
organize a Healthy, Body, Mind and Soul
Parent Evening scheduled for Thursday, April
18, 2013 beginning at 6:30p.m. We hope you
can join us. Please mark it on your calendar.
Please see attached flyer for further details.
Have a wonderful March Break! On behalf of
the staff, we look forward to seeing everyone
back and working hard during the final part of
this school year. God Bless,
D. Della Rossa
as we journey
March Break
and to know
Monday, March 11h
when we
have gone
off the path.
to
Friday, March 15th, 2013
OLOM is going GREEN!
Affirmation:
I am kind.
I look for ways to help others and show I care.
I show kindness to any person or animal I see.
I do all I can to take care of the earth.
I remember that all things have been created by God.
What is Kindness?
Kindness is caring about what happens to others. It is
doing things to make others happy. Being kind is
showing that you care about anyone or anything because everything is a part of what God has made.
Why practice Kindness?
Kindness should be practiced because it brings us
together and celebrates diversity. It is a virtue of inclusion because kindness is a universal language that
everyone understands. When we are kind to each
other, we no longer use hurtful language or ridicule anyone; this
produces a safe environment where everyone can increase in
self-esteem and feel comfortable to participate. Through the kindness we give and receive, we begin to understand how we are
connected to those around us. Giving and receiving kindness are
vital to our health, harmony, and hope.
How do you practice Kindness?
When we sense someone’s need, we either choose to help them
in some way or not to. If we choose to help, we are offering kindness, and at that moment we experience a surprising and overwhelming feeling because we have made a connection and difference in someone’s life. Kindness is a positive power that we all
possess and when we use it by performing acts of kindness we
feel a great sense of worth. Let kindness flow!
The staff and students are working hard to reach our
ECO-certified status! The eco-team has organized several initiatives to educate our school on the importance
of conserving energy, minimizing waste and reducing
plastic water bottle use. Here is a snapshot of what your
child.
TURN IT OFF TUESDAYS
The entire school reduces their light usage, and places a
greater focus on using natural light. Lights are turned
off completely when classrooms are not in use. The Eco
-team goes around at recesses to check each room and
keeps a spreadsheet of the results so that individual
classes can see how they are doing.
EARTH HOUR takes place on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:00.
The entire school limits their lights and technology use during this time. Encourage your children to do the same at
home and set an example by turning off electronics when not
in use and unplugging small appliances like toasters and coffee makers.
WALK TO SCHOOL WEDNESDAYS On
Wednesday, we encourage students and their families to
walk to school. This will help to keep our environment
cleaner by reducing air pollution by keeping our air
greener.
You are practicing the Virtue of KINDNESS when you…
 Share with others
 Use your manners
 Listen to others
 Are inclusive and never leave anyone out
WASTELESS THURSDAYS - On Thursdays garbage bins and recycling bins are off
limits. Students are asked to bring a litter-less lunch.
Any waste should be taken home and placed in the
green bin.
 Think of others first
 Use kind words
You need more practice when you…

Walk away from others

Exclude others from activities

Are rude and insulting

Don’t share with others

Always think of yourself first
Remember, ECO stands for:
Environment, Community, One !
Please see attached flyer on
Waste Free Lunch—Everyday!
Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis
Our Lady of Mercy is an allergen aware school. There
are pupils in attendance who suffer from severe and
life threatening allergies to certain foods. Exposure to
the smallest quantities can cause severe life threatening
reactions. Anaphylaxis is a severe and life threatening
allergic reaction. The most common allergen triggers
are food, insect stings, medications, exercise, and latex.
An anaphylactic reaction involves symptoms from two
or more body systems. Safety of all our students is
paramount.
We at Our Lady of Mercy, would appreciate the cooperation of the entire school community by NOT
sending any lunches or snacks that contain any ingredients identified as food allergens for students in your
child’s class.
Please make sure that all of your children’s caregivers
are aware of the food restrictions. We also ask that
you review the letters that were sent home at the beginning of the school year that spoke to specific allergens in your child’s classroom.
For celebrations, we are once again asking that food
NOT be brought into the school since we cannot control the ingredients in many baked items.
If you have any questions, please talk to your child’s
teacher or to school staff. Your co-operation in helping
to keep all our pupils safe is greatly appreciated.
Monday, March 4 - Pyjama Day
Wear your favourite pyjama.
Tuesday March 5-School Colours DayWear blue and yellow.
Wednesday March 6-Wacky Hair Day
Wear your hair in a creative way.
Thursday March 7 - Cowgirl/Cowboy Day
Wear your favourite cowboy/cowgirl hat!
Dates to Remember
March
4– 8 Spirit Week
5
School Council Meeting 6:30pm
8
Student/Staff Vollyeball Game (AM)
8
Intermediate Dance (PM)
11-15 March Break Begins
26
School-Wide Lenten Retreat
27
Rosary Apostolate Visit
28
Stations of the Cross - Passion Play 1pm
29
Good Friday - School Closed
April
1
Easter Monday - School Closed
9
School Council Meeting 6:30pm
13
Confirmation –Sponsor Package 7PM
18
Grad Photos
Parent Evening—Please see attached flyer
20
First Communion 1pm at Merciful Redeemer
24
Rosary Apostolate Visits(AM)
25
Cst. Giordano Visits
May
May 5—10 Catholic Education Week
7
Crowning of Mary
7
Welcome to Kindergarten—evening
9
Sick Kids Walk
10
Team and Club Photos
13
P.A. Day—No school
14
School Council Meeting-6:30 p.m.
20
Victoria Day
21
Immunization Clinic Gr. 7 and 8
26
Confirmation-3pm at Merciful Redeemer
27
EQAO begins
Last chance to order!!
“Our Lady of Mercy Yearbook”.
If you are interested in purchasing a yearbook
Friday March 8s -Sports Day
please send in $25.00 cash or a cheque payable
Wear your favourite team Jersey or colours.
to “Our Lady of Mercy” as soon as possible!!
Teacher / student volleyball game
Order Forms can be found on attached to the newsletter.