Ursuline College Chatham
Catholic Secondary School
www.st-clair.net
www.st-clair.net/
schools/ursuline
September 2015
September Newsletter
Director: Dan Parr
Principal: Ray Power
Superintendent: Scott Johnson Board Chair: C. Bryden
Vice-Principals: Rick Baggio, Ed Freeburn, Mary Ann McCrae
Welcome back staff and students!
Principal’s Message
It is with great excitement that I welcome you to the 2015-2016 school year. On behalf of the admin team I
extend a warm welcome to our many new students, parents, and staff. We pray that the 2015-2016 school year
proves to be one of academic and spiritual growth.
One of the joys of a new school year is that it provides us with a chance to come back refreshed and eager to
accomplish great things. A commitment to begin anew! I would encourage you to be active in your child’s
learning. Be sure to communicate with teachers and administration when necessary. Please encourage your child
to get involved with the numerous extra curricular activities, clubs, groups and teams.
Our Grade 9 students have already been immersed in a seamless transition to high school thanks to the stellar
efforts of our Grade 10/11/12 Link Crew leaders.
Our annual Grade 9 Parent Night will be held Wednesday September 16 at 7pm.
Open to all Grade 9 parents, we encourage you to come with your child.
Make sure you check out our new administration office that was renovated this summer.
Other great events that you will be hearing about this month include:
Red Feather for United Way. Student Council will promote a great school spirit while supporting a worthy
cause during the week of September 14-19th
Our opening school mass will be held Wednesday September 23 at 1 pm in our gymnasium.
Please feel free to join us.
Our school will collectively participate in the Terry Fox Community Walk on Friday September 25 at 1pm.
Again it is a great school spirit event while supporting a worthy cause.
Ray Power
A Message from our Chaplain
Saint Pope John Paull II brought many insights to the life of a family, and taught all of us that a family possess
features of the Church. We believe at UCC that our school runs much like a family because of our commitment
to one another and our faith. A similar feature we share with the Church is the importance of coming together to
celebrate the Eucharist.
This month we will be holding our System-Wide Mass on September 16th at Our Lady Help of Christians to pray
for another blessed year, as well as welcome all new staff members to the school board.
In addition, our First School Mass for the academic year will be held on September 23rd in the school gymnasium.
All students, staff, and parents are encouraged to gather at our Lord’s dinner table for a Holy Meal. Fr. Jim
Higgins from Blessed Sacrament/ St. Agnes will be our celebrant. Let us link together this year in continually
working on becoming what we are……A FAMILY!
Your Brother in Christ,
Mr. Dula
LOCKERS
All students should have their locker assignment if not please see Ms. Kosik in the main office. Information
regarding your locker is printed on your timetable. We ask that you keep your locker in a good state of repair,
and notify the main office if any problem occurs.
Defacing of lockers including markers, stickers, etc. is prohibited.
We recommend that students refrain from storing valuable items in their lockers to prevent the disappointment
of loss. UCC will not be responsible for any thefts from lockers.
UCC PHYS ED Reminder
If your child has a Physical Education Course first semester the following fees will apply:
Uniform
$15.00 short
$15.00 shirt
$30.00 short & shirt
Grade 11 PPL
Grade 12 PPL
Grade 11 & 12 PAF
Grade 11 & 12 PAI
$50.00
$50.00
(Fitness) $50.00
(Resistance Training) $25.00
Senior course fees are collected to partially cover the costs of off campus activities (golf, tennis, curling,
bowling, racquetball, beach volleyball) and buses. Students will be bused to all activities outside of walking
distances and no students will drive at any time. Grade 9 & 10 classes do not leave campus and therefore
students will only require a uniform. Uniforms will be distributed the first day to students in all classes who
require one.
Accessing SCHOOL CASH ONLINE is the preferred method of payment for Phys. Ed fees and uniforms
however CASH will be accepted on the first day of classes. Receipts will be issued. Please see your teacher if
in need of financial assistance.
Reminder to All UCC STUDENTS!!
PARKING REMINDER
STUDENT DATA VERIFICATION, HEALTH AND
ACCIDENT FORMS
A reminder to UCC students and parents. The
majority of spots in and around the school are
reserved parking space for staff.
All numbered spots are reserved for staff.
Student Data Verification and Health and
Accident forms were provided to every student by
their Period 1 teacher September 8th.
Visitor Parking (V) is clearly marked. We ask that
all students utilize the parking lots at the back of the
school near Poplar St. Please note that improperly
parked vehicles are subject to towing.
Please make changes to any incorrect information
on the Student Data Verification Form and
provide all information requested on the Health and
Accident Form.
These completed forms are to be returned to
your child’s Period 1 teacher immediately.
Students also have the opportunity to voluntarily self
identify if First Nation, Metis and Inuit apply. See
the appropriate section on the Student Data
Verification Form.
Please visit the UCC website for additional
information on our school and the programs
we offer:
http://www.st-clair.net/schools/ursuline/
BYOD
UCC is part of the Board’s BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) project which allows students to bring their personally
owned technology equipment into the school / classroom and access the internet. Students wishing to participate
in the BYOD project must follow the policy and guidelines that govern this project. Classroom teacher approval is
required for students to use their own devices in the classroom.
Important Notice for Parents!!
‘Christmas in Muskoka’ is Back! Dec. 1 to the
5th!
Over $250,000.00 raised in the past four years for our
students!
Our Catholic Principals and Vice Principals are pleased to inform you that ‘Christmas in
Muskoka’ will be back at the historic Chatham Armoury from Dec. 1 to 5!
This fundraiser generates money for all of our grade seven students who attend the
Muskoka Leadership Camp in May!
Kick Off – Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015
Lincoln Driven to Give Program
To kick off our fundraising efforts, we will be participating in the
‘LINCOLN DRIVEN TO GIVE PROGRAM’.
‘Christmas in Muskoka’ will be partnering with the St. Ursula - Knights of Columbus for
this event! Ford of Canada recognizes the need and has developed the
‘LINCOLN DRIVEN TO GIVE PROGRAM’ to connect dealers with their local
community.
On Saturday, October 3 at the URSULINE COLLEGE ‘The Pines’ on Grand Ave. in
Chatham, Victory Ford/Lincoln will have a number vehicles for our parents and friends
to test drive.
Ford will make a donation of $50 for every test drive that takes place up to $10,000.00!
(one test drive per household). You may register in advance online at:
http://www.lincolndriventogive.ca/en/christmasinmuskoka
A more detailed letter will be sent home shortly from our school principal!
UCC Students: Are your Immunizations Up to Date ?
The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit will be available at UCC during parent teacher interview
night on October 22, 2015 to provide immunizations to students that have not yet received them.
This clinic will be held on a walk-in basis and will be located in room #807 from 4:30-7:00pm. You
are encouraged to bring any immunization records that you may have.
If you have already received your immunizations at your healthcare provider, please ensure that they
are reported to Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit prior to November 19th in order to avoid school
suspension from school by the Medical Officer of Health.
If you have questions or would prefer to schedule an appointment to receive your immunization,
please contact the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit at (519)355-1071 ext. 5900.
UCC’s 40th Blood Donor Clinic
Will take place in our cafeteria on
Friday, Oct. 2, 2015
between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Sign up information for students will be announced.
Donors must be between the age of 17 and 71, and have a body mass of 55kg (117 lbs)
Release of Student’s Name and Photograph
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
(MFIPPA), signed parental consent is required for the release of students’ names and
photographs.
The signed consent permits the Board to release names and allow media
photographs at school-related events; and to use student photos on Board websites, in
accordance with Board policy, and in Board publications, including school yearbooks.
Once obtained, consent remains in effect for the student’s entire school career.
If however at any time for any reason parents/guardians wish to revoke the consent, they are
asked to please contact the school office.
Responsible Use of Technology
The St. Clair Catholic District School Board’s policy addressing expectations for the acceptable use
of technology was updated in April 2013.
The policy applies to all trustees, administrators, academic and support staff, students, parents,
volunteers, visitors and other persons in relation to Board computer equipment, networks as well as
personal devices while on Board property or in relation to Board business or Board-related
activities.
To review the policy and procedures document go to http://www.st-clair.net/policies.aspx and click
on Responsible Use of Technology under Administration.
Microsoft Office Home Use Free
Office 365 Education for Students is available for free to students who are
enrolled with the St. Clair Catholic District
School Board. Install Office on up
to 5 PCs or Macs and on other mobile devices, including Android, iPad®,
and Windows tablets. For additional information, please see the link posted
to the school’s website.
ATTENTION UCC PARENTS EMAIL NOTIFICATION! UCC would like to implement a process of sending correspondence via email to our parents and guardians. This requires two things from you ‐ a valid email address for our files and your consent for the school to email you. Due to Canada’s new An Spam Legisla on (CASL), it prohibits us from sending you commercial electronic messages (CEMs) without your express consent. Currently, we are able to rely on implied consent which exists where you have provided your email address to the school board. These messages (CEMs) could include important informa on to parents, guardians and adult students about a broad range of ac vi es, including but not limited to yearbook sales, educa onal excursions, school ac vi es, student photos, prom or dance ckets, athle c events and fundraisers. If your email address is on file with the school board, you will have received an email containing a link to the Board’s website. http://www.st-clair.net/canadian-anti-spam-legislation.aspx The page you were directed to allowed you to indicate your expressed consent to receive CEMs from the school, the School Advisory Council and/or the St. Clair Catholic District School Board (SCCDSB) that may include informa on of a commercial nature. You may withdraw your consent at any me via the same online form located on the Board or school’s website used to provide explicit consent. If you do not give your consent, you will s ll con nue to receive school related non‐commercial emails. Your email address will not be shared with any other organiza on. Please complete the form at the above link and submit it back to the school as soon as possible. We require your name, your child(ren’s) name and grade to enter the info accurately into our database. Following that entry, you will receive a CASL compliance email from the Board for you to provide explicit consent. Thank you for your coopera on September 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Important information for parents/guardians regarding insurance for students who
participate in extra-curricular sports.
I want to make you aware of a policy of the St. Clair Catholic District School Board, which
affects all students, who wish to participate in extra-curricular sports activities.
Under Sec. C Policy – Student Accident Insurance, which was passed by the Board of
Trustees in August 2010, all students who participate in extra-curricular sports activities,
either at school or organized by the school, must have coverage under an accident and life
insurance policy. This coverage may be purchased by the parent/guardian under a personal
family plan obtained privately; or, through the Reliable Life Insurance Company. For more
information about the Reliable Life Insurance Company, please visit the company’s website
at www.insuremykids.com
Although the plan offered by the Reliable Life Insurance Company is facilitated by the
St. Clair Catholic District School Board, the Board assumes no responsibility for the cost of
the plan, applications, premium payments or claims; nor does the Board receive any
remuneration from the carrier.
Only those students, whose parents/guardians have signed a declaration for the 2015-2016
school year, which states the student is insured either by a private plan, or by the plan
offered by the Reliable Life Insurance Company, will be permitted to participate in extracurricular sports.
Parents who opted to purchase coverage through the Reliable Life Insurance Company last
year should note that that coverage has now expired. They will need to sign a new
declaration form for this school year and comply with Student Accident Insurance policy if
their child(ren) wish to continue participating in extra-curricular sports activities.
Although insurance coverage is mandatory for students who participate in extra-curricular
sports activities, accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. The Board urges all
parents to consider the purchase of insurance, to ensure adequate coverage of children at
school. Please speak to your coach for more information.
If you have any questions, please call the office.
Sincerely,
Ray Power
Principal
Lancer Athletics
Sports at UCC are back in action. The Senior Boys Volleyball Team and the
Senior Girls Basketball Teams are both in competition the first weekend at the University of Windsor and University of Western respectively. Tryouts for many
teams are ongoing. Students are encouraged to follow daily announcements and watch the gymnasium
door for information. The fall season includes boys volleyball, girls basketball, senior boys football,
cross country, golf, tennis, junior boys soccer and cheerleading. Many teams compete in tournament
and exhibition games. All league LKSSAA events are posted on the website www.lkssaa.ca/
UCC September LKSSAA Dates
Girls Basketball
Sept. 22nd Northern @ UCC
Sept. 24th UCC @ St. Pat’s
Boys Volleyball
Sept . 22nd Juniors @ St Pat’s; Seniors @ Northern
Senior Football
Sept. 17th UCC @ CKSS 7pm
Sept. 23rd Northern @ UCC 3:45
Golf
Sept. 22nd St. Clair Parkway GC
UCC CATHOLIC SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL
The first meeting of the
Ursuline College Catholic School Advisory Council
for the 2015-2016 school year will be held on
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 @ 7:00 p.m.
in the school library.
New parents are always welcome.
Meetings are approximately 5 times a year and run from 7:00 until 8:30 in the
evening.
This is an excellent way for parents to have direct input into the many decisions
that affect the education of their children.
Please contact Mr. Ray Power in the school office for further information.
Literacy Skills Workshops
As part of our efforts to ensure your child is successful, we are offering a series of Literacy Skills Workshops. There are 6 different workshops to build the skills required for success in high school and on the Ontario Secondary Literacy Test (OSSLT) which takes place on March 31, 2016. These workshops are open to ALL STUDENTS, ALL GRADES and run Mondays and Wednesdays for 6 weeks. Consult the schedule below for each session’s focus. Details: ‐ Workshops are FREE; delivered by qualified, experienced English Teachers ‐ Last year, 70% of students that a ended workshops regularly were successful on the OSSLT ‐ Sessions build necessary literacy skills—Gr. 10’s should consult their prac ce OSSLT results to see which sessions suit their needs ‐ PROGRAM RUNS in Rm. 108 from 2:30 p.m. ‐ 3:30 p.m. ; snacks provided ‐ LATE BUS PASSES are available Semester 1 Schedule
2:30 p.m. in Room 108
* Workshops subject to change/cancellation due to weather or chronic low attendance
Date
Monday October 19
Monday October 26
Monday November 2
Monday November 9
Monday November 16
Monday November 23
Workshop Title
Date
Summarizing: Finding the Main Idea and Supporting Details
Writing a Newspaper Report
Inferencing: Finding Implicit Meaning in a Text
Reading Strategies and Multiple Choice Questions
Essay Writing: Introduction
Essay Writing: Advanced (You
must bring a previously written
essay to participate)
Wednesday October 21
Wednesday October 28
Wednesday November 4
Wednesday December 11
Wednesday November 18
Wednesday November 25
Workshop Title
Summarizing: Finding the Main Idea and Supporting Details
Writing a Newspaper Report
Inferencing: Finding Implicit Meaning in
a Text
Reading Strategies and Multiple Choice Questions
Essay Writing: Introduction
Essay Writing: Advanced (You must
bring a previously written essay to
participate)
Contact Mr. Jordan Matteis with any questions
jordan.matteis@sccdsb.net
519-351-2987 Ext. 1191
IMPORTANT DATES
September 16 - Gr. 9 Parent Night
September 16 & 17 - Picture Day
September 14 - 19 - Red Feather Activities
September 23 - School Mass
September 25 - Grade 9 / Lancer Link Dance 7 pm
September 29 - School Council Mtg. - 7:00 pm - UCC
Library
October 12 - Thanksgiving Holiday
KILT PURCHASES
The kilt/skort, for many, is one of the treasured uniform pieces.
Over the years this uniform item has been altered in its length and
then re-sold at many consignment stores or privately.
Please be advised that ALL kilt/skorts must be 19 inches in
length or they are not allowed to be worn. This includes
previously altered kilts/skorts that you may already have in
your possession.
When purchasing this item from other than Halpern’s, our uniform supplier - please ensure the length is appropriate.
BUS INFORMATION
For School Bus Information, visit
www.schoolbusinfo.com
UNIFORM SUPPLIER: HALPERNS
Halpern’s is the supplier for all school
uniforms. Uniforms may be purchased as
follows:
On-line at:
www.halperns.ca
By phone:
1-800-668-8261
Retail Store:
London Retail Store
431 Newbold Street,
SCHOOL HOURS and SCHEDULES
Ursuline College Chatham has an 8:15 a.m. start time. It is important that students are at school and in
their classes prior to the bell as Opening Exercises begin promptly at 8:15 a.m. Please refer to the
following schedule for class and lunch times. Lunch is held during the third period of the day. Your
lunch is determined by your 3rd period class. Grade 10 classes/students have first lunch. Grade 9
classes/students have second lunch. Grade 11 and 12 classes/students have third lunch.
Regular Schedule
First Lunch
Second Lunch
Third Lunch
Grade 10 classes
Grade 9 classes
Grade 11 / 12
classes
Period 1
8:15-9:30
Period 1
8:15-9:30
Period 1
8:15-9:30
Break
9:30-9:38
Break
9:30-9:38
Break
9:30-9:38
Period 2
9:38-10:53
Period 2
9:38-10:53
Period 2
9:38-10:53
Lunch
10:53-11:41
Break
10:53-11:01
Break
10:53-11:01
Period 3
11:41-12:56
11:01-11:36
11:36-12:16
12:16-12:56
12:56-1:05
Period 3
11:01-12:16
Lunch
Break
12:16-12:56
12:56-1:05
1:05-2:20
Period 4
1:05-2:20
Break
12:56-1:05
Period 3i
Lunch
Period 3ii
Break
Period 4
1:05-2:20
Period 4
LATE BUS SERVICE
Late buses will be available Monday through Thursday to support student involvement in
extracurricular activities and to support students staying for additional academic assistance.
The departure time for the “late bus” will be posted on our website at www.st-clair.net/schools/
ursuline.
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
SCHOOL CASH ON LINE is the preferred method of payment for all UCC related school costs. We are working to
make most items payable in this manner. Please visit sccdsb.schoolcashonline.com for more information and to
get registered. It is the most safe and secure way to pay. No worry about sending cash to school or waiting for a
cheque to clear.
SYNERVOICE ATTENDANCE CALLS
Please note that the automated phone call regarding attendance only provides information about your
child’s absence for a particular day. This does not clear your child’s attendance and a parental note or
phone call is still required in order to avoid consequences for missing classes.
You may leave a voice mail message 24/7 at 519-351-2987 ext. 4003.