St.
Vincent de Paul School
665 Willowbank Trail Mississauga, Ontario L4W 3L6 Tel: (905) 848- 5397 Fax: (905) 848-0738 Principal: Mr. Tony McLoughlin Secretary: Ms. Susan Ferenc Trustee: Mr. Mario Pascucci (905) 302-3096 Chair of the Board of Trustees Fax: 905-890-0888 OfficeTelephone: 905-890-0708 ext. 21061 mario.pascucci@dpcdsb.org www.TrusteePascucci.ca Superintendent: Mr. C. Blanchard (905) 890-1221
Pastor: Fr. John Facey (905) 270-2301
June 2012
Prayer for the end of the year
As we come to the end of another school year, May we now relax from our studies a little, We pause to thank You, Dear Lord, For all of Your guidance and support in our work Throughout this past year. Please forgive us for any times that we may have Offended You by not using our talents and gifts to serve You (and ourselves) best. Watch over us as we begin to enjoy our summer vacation. Keep us safe and free from harm. We ask this of You, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour. AMEN.
CONSISTENT ATTENDANCE
We remind parents of the importance of consistent attendance in your childs success. If attendance or punctuality have been a significant concern with regards to your child, you may receive or have received a phone call or letter from your childs teacher. We respectfully urge you to take these letters seriously and help your child to develop more positive habits for success in the future.
June is the Virtue of Fairness.
God wants us to treat each other as we would like to be treated. A fair person Listens to both sides of the story Is a good team player Knows that the same rules apply to everyone Works to bring about peaceful solutions
Farewell to staff members It is with great sadness that we announce that several teachers will be leaving the St. Vincent de Paul School community. We extend best wishes to teachers Ms. Keeping, Mr. Nazar, Ms. Montis, Ms. McLean who will be leaving St. Vincent de Paul at the end of the school year. While some of the teachers have only been here a short while, their positive impact on students and teachers has not gone unnoticed. A very special good bye to Ms. Pietrouisti who has decided to retire after thirty years in education. Her passion for French as a Second Language will be missed. We also will welcome back Ms. Gaglia who will be returning to teach the Full Day Kindergarten class.
Share Life
Grade 8 Graduation Dates Plans are already underway for our Grade 8 Graduation.Formal activities will take place on Thursday June 21 at 7pm. in the school gym. The children will, as tradition dictates, travel off-site to have their luncheon and dance on Friday June 22 from 11:00- 4:30 p.m. approx.
A huge thank you to the entire St. Vincent de Paul community for donating $611.00 to Share Life through donations from our the French Caf, and Toonie 2 Ball .
Class Organizations for 2012-2013
At St. Vincent de Paul we maximize the groupings of students to ensure we create the best possible educational environment for all of our students. The process involves grade level teachers meeting with the principal and special education team to generate the proposed, tentative lists according to the following criteria: 1. Consider parental input outlining educational reasons for the placement of their children where possible (must be received in writing by the Principal. Letters must be sent to the office, not the classroom teacher. 2. Avoid having siblings, cousins, relatives or twins in the same class where possible. 3. Student levels are considered to ensure clear balance of level 1-2-3-4 students in each class. 4. Students with special education or special needs are considered in the groupings. 5. Students who are English Language Learners are considered for the distribution. 6. Students with behavioural needs. 7. Students who facilitate the learning of others. 8. Students who inhibit the learning of others. 9. Number of male and female students. All class placements are confidential until the first day of school on September 4, 2012.
A PROGRAM LIKE NO OTHER!!!!
Suppose I told you there was a wellresearched and statistically proven program that on average could: increase the average life expectancy of children by eight years significantly reduce childrens use and risk from alcohol, tobacco and drugs dramatically lower their risk of suicide help children rebound from depression 70 per cent faster dramatically reduce childrens risk for committing a crime improve childrens attitude at school and increase their school participation reduce the risk for rebelliousness in children improve childrens odds for a very happy life provide children with a life-long moral compass provide children with a caring extended family church life in their adult years Is there such a program? Yes, there is. The program is called Active Church Participation. In study after study, children who actively engage in a faith community on a regular basis significantly benefit from reduced likelihood of life problems and risky behaviours. It significantly improves their odds of a happier, healthier, and longer life. These studies show the same life benefits and results for adults, as well. In addition, numerous surveys continue to show a strong statistical connection between being active in the church as a child and staying active as an adult. Furthermore, recent research indicates that even being involved at least a few times a month is correlated with nearly the same sticking power as weekly How much would a program like this be worth? What if I told you it was free, and took less than a couple of hours a week? Would you be interested?
Catholic Education Centre Schools Program: Westlake Campus
Once again, we are delighted that we will continue hosting the Catholic Education Centre Program: Westlake Campus at St. Vincent de Paul School for the 2012-2013 School Year. This is a Ministry of Education funded program that provides an alternative learning opportunity for students who require specialized support. The focus is on literacy, numeracy and overall student achievement and well being. This program responds to the educational needs of young people for whom the regular pattern of school and/or family life is interrupted for a variety of reasons. The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board continues to offer support for these programs in collaboration with community agencies and the Ministry of Education. We look forward to another successful year welcoming our
CEC School Program students, as well as their parents/guardians.
JOHN CABOT S.S.: GET READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL!!!! To our Grade 8 Graduates. The GET READY DATES at Cabot have been set. A reminder phone message will be sent out in the summer as well. It is very exciting that Cabot has 140 future Grade 9 students already signed up!!!!! For further information, contact John Cabot S.S. directly at 905- 279-1554 Get Ready Dates: Wednesday August 22 - 8:30 -12:30 Thursday August 23 - 8:30 -12:30 "Long weekend" break Monday August 27 - 8:30 -12:30 Tuesday August 28 - 8:30 -12:30 Wednesday August 29 - 8:30 -12:30 School Textbooks. At this time of the year, please take a look around your home for school textbooks and library books. School textbooks and library books are school property and are loaned to the students annually. The expectation is that textbooks will be returned at the end of the school year. Students are responsible for these textbooks and will be asked to pay if these books go missing or have been vandalized. SUMMER WEATHER CLOTHING The warmer days are hopefully just around the corner and with them come the summer fashions. We ask your assistance and co-operation in helping us to uphold standards of neatness, modesty and good taste regarding appropriate clothing during hot weather. What is acceptable on a six year old may not be considered appropriate on a twelve year old. Thus, students from grades 5 to 8 should avoid purely recreational wear such as short-shorts, cutoffs, tank tops, halter tops, or any clothing which leaves the wearer with a bare back or bare midriff. The office will provide a large t-shirt for those students who are dressed inappropriately. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
Health and Safety: Nut Free School Due to the stringent anaphylaxis policies based on Sabrinas law, students, staff members or parents are asked not to bring food containing nuts to school. School Board policy now prohibit any food or beverages from being present and or consumed outside in the school yard or on a bus. Students will be permitted to eat their snacks in the classroom, 10 minutes prior to recess. If you wish to celebrate your childs birthday at school, do not send any food. Instead you can send pencils or stickers, or other non-edible items to share with their friends. School Yard Supervision The schoolyard is supervised beginning at 8:45 a.m. Students should plan their arrival time to coincide with this supervision ans should not arrive before this time. For reasons of safety, students should go directly home after school dismissal. Protecting Your Children On Line. Some helpful hints to keep your child safe
Set clear technology rules with your children Be clear with your children on appropriate internet surfing behavior Take an active role in protecting your childrens privacy whenever they are asked to submit personal information Know the sites that your children visit If other children visit your home and use the computer, make sure they follow your rules Teach your children to be Net-Smart just like you teacher them to be Street-Smart.
Closing Mass Our year-end Mass is scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, 2011 at 10:15 a.m. at St. Patricks Church . To increase or relationship and communication with our home parish, we feel it is important for this years Closing Mass to be held at the Church. We will use a bus to shuttle students from JK/SK- Grade 3. In the spirit of health and wellness, our grades 4 8 students and supervisors will walk. All parents/guardians are invited to join us for this celebration either on the bus or by walking with your children.
Lost and Found Items Students and parents are invited to check the Lost and Found for items your child may have lost throughout the year. Any items left at the end of June will be donated to the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Report Cards Your childs report card will be sent home on Tuesday June 26, 2012. Please return pg. 3 to your childs teacher before June 30th. Are you Planning to Move? We are in the process of planning staffing and organizing classes for the 2012-2013 school year. If you are planning on moving out of St. Vincent de Paul School area, please call the office to make arrangements for a student transfer form to be prepared and sent home. The transfer form will serve as an introduction to your new school and will enable the school to request student transfer requisition. NO DOGS IN THE SCHOOL YARD!!!!! It is important for the safety of all our students that no dogs be brought into the school yard before, during and after school hours. Even the gentlest dogs can get over excited with so many distractions and children. Please keep your pet safe at home for their safety and that of the students. CRIMINAL OFFENCE DECLARATIONS All volunteers who help at St. Vincent de Paul must have a Criminal Reference Check. If you plan to continue to help at our school on a regular basis or will be looking to volunteer next year, why not pick up a Criminal Reference Check Application in the office.
Combined Classes As the population of St. Vincent de Paul declines, combined grades continue to be a necessary reality at our school. This is a reality in many schools in the Mississauga East Family. As teacher prepare class lists they consider many factors, such as learning styles of students, a balance of abilities, and class culture. Being in a combined grade is in no way prejudicial to a childs education. Within Ontario all schools are bound by a strict teacher pupil ratio. This will be particularly evident as we strive to meet the hard cap of 20:1 in the primary grades and the guidelines of 25:1 in grades four to eight. Until we finalize our enrolment in September, all class arrangements and teacher placements will be tentative.
June 5th School Council6:30 pm June 7th Theme Thursdays Begin!!!! Favorite Team JerseyIce Cream Sandwiches $2.00 June 8th Boys Soccer Tournament June 8th- Cabot/V de P Hot Dog Day June 11th PA Day: No School for students June 14th Theme Thursdays- Crazy Hair Day- Freezies $1.00 June 15th Mississauga East Track Championships June 18th- - Year End Mass at St. Patricks- 10:15a.m. June 21st Theme Thursdays- Backwards Day- Chips $1.00 June 21st Grade 8 Graduation Evening Ceremony June 22nd Grade 8 Graduation Dance and Luncheon June 22nd Board Track Championships June 25st- Playday and Barbeque June 26st- Dolly Fox Tribute Day and Nightdetails to follow June 26th- Report Cards go home June 28th- Grade 6,7, and 8s to High park June 28th Theme Thursdays- How Many Colours Can You Wear?Everything $1.00 June 29th- Last Day: Grade 8 Clap Out.
