October 2017

October Newsletter Our Lady of Wisdom CES|| 10 Japonica Rd, Toronto, ON M1R 4R7 416-393-5273 F: 416-393-5434

Dear Families:

October is a time to reflect on the gift of life and all of the positive

aspects that this gift encompasses. I am reminded of the recent

celebration that took place in Ottawa, at the Notre Dame Cathedral

Basilica in which Cardinal Lacroix, Cardinal Collins and Cardinal Ouellet in

front of the nation engaged in a celebration which had as its focal point the

re-consecration of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Here is an excerpt of the prayer that they communicated:

“May the Cross of your Son, planted on Canadian soil and in Canadian hearts,

be known as the Tree of Life, whose fruit is visible and available to all in

the garden of this world. Mary our Mother, we place our country Canada in

the sanctuary of your Holy Heart for we know that there will find Jesus,

who lives and reigns with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one

God, forever and ever. Amen.”

Let us take a deliberate pause from the frenetic pace of life and remember

to give praise and thanks to our Lord for the gift of life, family and friends

and remember in our prayers those who struggle and do without during

these very challenging times.

We look forward to welcoming our Grade 1 teacher, Mme. Makar, as she

returns this month to the Our Lady of Wisdom Community. We look

forward to the continued charitable acts of our community via the St.

Francis Table Fall food drive, the pink ribbon campaign to raise funds for

the fight against cancer.

We look forward to having Mrs. Morin, Mrs. Mendoza and their colleagues

from the Rosary Apostolate visit with our students to strengthen their

commitment to “Rosary Devotion” as a prayerful means which brings much

peace and reconciliation, but more importantly helps us to communicate with

God.

As the TCDSB celebrates the final phase of its pastoral plan: "Together

With One Voice--Harmonizing Faith in our Families, Parishes and

Schools,” let us always count our blessings!

W. Kwon

Principal

Principal: W. Kwon Superintendent: P. Aguiar 416-222-8282 Ext. 2267 Trustee: M. Del Grande 416-512-3407

Parish: Annunciation of the Blessed

Virgin Mary 3 Combermere Drive

Toronto, ON M3A 2W4 416-445-1760

Pastor: Fr. J. Coyle Mass: Mon.-Fri.: 8 a.m., 12 p.m.

Saturday: 9.a.m. Sunday: 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.,

12:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Reconciliation: Sat. 9:30 a.m. & 4 p.m. CSPC Chair: M. Prezens CSPC Vice-Chair: J. Stonehouse Email: cspc.ourladyofwisdom@tcdsb.org CPIC (Parent Engagement--TCDSB) www.tcdsb.org/cpic OAPCE Toronto (Provincial Voice for Parents) www.tcdsb.org/oapce-toronto Enrollment: 371 _______________________________

NEW REGISTRANTS WELCOME:

Call 416-393-5273 or the TCDSB Admissions Department at 416-222-8282, ext.

2383.

For general information about the Toronto Catholic District School Board, please

visit the website at www.tcdsb.org.

Stay in touch with the latest news throughout the school year: Follow @TCDSB on

Twitter and Our Lady of Wisdom @OLWCES

SAFE SCHOOL ARRIVAL PROGRAM

Please leave a message by calling the school at 416-

393-5273 when your child will be absent or late. Please

make sure that all students who arrive late check in at

the front office.

STUDENT INFORMATION

Please ensure that all information regarding your child

is up-to-date. We need to have the CORRECT HOME

TELEPHONE, CELL NUMBERS, WORK NUMBERS,

HOME ADDRESS AND EMERGENCY CONTACT. If

these numbers change please let the school know

promptly, IN WRITING.

LUNCH ROUTINES

Students who remain at school for lunch (11:45-12:45)

may NOT LEAVE THE SCHOOL GROUNDS anytime

during the lunch hour. For safety reasons, we highly

discourage parents/guardians from allowing their

children to leave the school property unsupervised for

lunch.

PIZZA LUNCH

Pizza lunch will begin Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017

and run until Dec. 19th at a cost of $2.50 per

slice.

Ordering is now closed and will resume for the

second portion of the year at a later date after

the Christmas Break.

OUR LADY OF WISDOM FRENCH HOMEWORK

CLUB

(Please contact Celia Le Normand, French

Homework Club Coordinator for any inquiries.)

Office: 1 (866) 900-0658

http://voilalearning.com/en/school-homework-

clubs school-or-library

WHO: Students at OLW in grades 1-8

WHAT: Subsidized After School French

Homework Support and Language Enrichment

WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:45 pm-4:45

p.m.

BEGINS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10th, 2017

WHERE: Room 208/Library

COST: $468 for 26 One Hour Sessions.

VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL

A reminder that all visitors must enter the school building

through the front doors by using the video monitoring

system and sign in at the main office. Entrance through the

school yard doors or other entrances and exits, i.e. the

Kindergarten wing is strictly PROHIBITED. In the interest of

safety for all students and to ensure that classes are

uninterrupted, we need everyone's total co-operation and

understanding on this matter. If an item is being dropped off

for your child or pick up is required for an appointment, please

come by the office. We will contact the class directly.

If you need to speak with your child’s teacher or the principal,

kindly call and make an appointment. We are glad to meet with

you at a mutually convenient time.

APPROPRIATE DRESS CODE POLICY

All students are expected to come to school dressed

appropriately and in a manner that reflects the aims and

atmosphere of a Catholic school. Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic

School has adopted a BLUE AND WHITE DRESS CODE.

DROPPING OFF & PICKING UP STUDENTS

For the sake of safety, we ask that in the mornings you drop

off your children in the appropriate sections of the school yard

and leave them with our staff. This will help the students

develop routines and it will also help our staff ensure a safe

school yard. We kindly ask that parents do not enter the

Kindergarten yard, most notably the anchored fenced area at

the north east side of the JK/SK yard to maximize visibility

for our staff during morning supervision.

The bell rings at 9 a.m. Please ensure that your child is

dropped off no earlier than 8:45 a.m. Parents should be

aware that the supervision of the children remains their

responsibility before and after school.

CPIC Elections 2017

The Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (CPIC) is a parent-led and

Ministry of Education funded, parent volunteer organization within the

TCDSB mandated by Regulation 612/00 of Ontario’s Education Act.

CPIC’s purpose is to improve student academic achievement and well-

being by supporting, encouraging and enhancing meaningful parent

engagement system-wide at the TCDSB.

CPIC will be holding its vacancy elections for 2 Parent Representatives

on:

MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2017 at Holy Spirit CS 3530 Sheppard

Ave. East

7:00 p.m. 2 Parent Member Representative: Ward 7,

Trustee: M. Del Grande, Superintendent: P. Aguiar

CSPC Executive 2017-2018

As a result of our AGM, Elections, Inaugural

Meeting held on Sept. 21, 2016, it is my pleasure

to introduce the executive members of Our Lady

of Wisdom Catholic School’s Catholic School

Parent Council:

Chair

Melissa Prezens

Email: cspc.ourladyofwisdom@tcdsb.org

Vice-Chair

June Stonehouse

Email: cspc.ourladyofwisdom@tcdsb.org

Secretary

Cyndy D’Alleva

Treasurer

Anca Badea

Teacher Representatives

Mme. Stephanie

Mlle. O

OLW HEALTHY SNACK PROGRAM

In conjunction with the non-profit Angel Foundation at the

TCDSB, thank you to everyone for supporting Our Lady of

Wisdom Catholic School’s universal nutrition and healthy

snack program. The program will continue for the academic

year, 2017-2018 and has as its aim the provision of healthy

snacks for all students which adhere to Canada’s Food Guide

and incorporate 3 food groups. The program is a non-profit

initiative which is monitored by Toronto Public Health.

Snacks are delivered to classrooms daily. Should you have any

additional questions or concerns, please direct them to Mrs.

Shirley who is the nutrition program coordinator. Again, we

would like to emphasize that the administration and the

program coordinator are well aware of allergies that students

have and will take appropriate measures to ensure that the

program reflects these needs. This program plays an integral

part in giving our students a healthy boost to their school day,

every day!

The OLW Recipe book which contains many simple, healthy,

easy and delicious recipe ideas for families can be found at

https://www.tcdsb.org/schools/ourladyofwisdom/ForParent

s/Documents/OLW%20RECIPE%20BOOK%202016.pdf

Updated Complement of Staff at OLW for 2017-2018

FIELP/1- Mlle. Camellia /Mlle. Dagher

FIELP/2- Mlle. Beverly /Mme. Blier

FIELP/3- Mlle. Tymkewycz /Mme. Kock

FI 01/1- Mme. Makar

FI SK/01-Mme. Yeung

FI 01-02/1-Mlle. Isabelle

FI 02/1-M. Jean

FI 02/2-Mme. Suzan

FI 03/1-Mme. Mari Berje

FI 03/2-Mme. Thokoly

FI 04/1-Mlle. O

Grade 05-06/1-Mlle. Caroline (a.m. English subjects)

Mlle. Eloisa (p.m. French subjects)

Grade 05-06/2- Mrs. Robertson (a.m. English subjects)

Mme. Bangala (p.m. French subjects)

Grade 05-06/3-Mme. Bangala (p.m. French subjects)

Mrs. Robertson (p.m. English subjects)

Grade 07/1- Mlle. Falsetti (a.m. French)

Mlle. Caroline Schmeing (p.m. English subjects)

Grade 07-08/1- Mrs. Nardozi (a.m. English subjects)

Mlle. Falsetti (p.m. French subjects)

French Specialty Teachers : M. Etienne (Science, Literacy

Support), M. Wandji (Science, Social Studies, M. Bruno

(Science)

Physical Education: Mme. Stephanie

Vocal Music: Mlle. Belanger

Instrumental Music: Ms. Krzyszkowski

Special Education: Mrs. Nardozi

Librarian Technician: Ms. Liu

Guidance: Ms. C. Greco

Custodial staff: Mr. Velez (a.m.), Mr. Cardinale (p.m.)

Secretary: Ms. Pagnello

Clerk Typist: Ms. Sujitno

Thank you to our Universal Nutrition Program/Healthy Snack

Team for sharing their collection of food ideas! We look forward

Expanding our vegetable gardens near the JK/SK play space with

Potential funding from the Metro Green Apple Grant 2017-2018!

Curriculum Night 2017-2018

Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School opened its doors

to new and current families of students from Year

1/Year 2 to Grade 8 once again during our “2017

Curriculum Night.” Thank you to the many families who

came out that Wednesday evening to meet with our

staff, learn more about their children’s diverse

programs of study and gain a better understanding of

class and grade specific expectations and the parents’

role in supporting their children’s education in a unique

single track Early Immersion milieu. The event was

well attended and provided staff with an opportunity

to meet many new families and re-connect with the

many stalwart families that make Our Lady of Wisdom

Catholic School such a strong and vibrant school

community. Thank you to all of the teachers,

homeroom, French Specialty, our designated early

childhood educators, special education and support

staff for welcoming the parents of new and returning

students, engaging them and opening up their

classrooms throughout the night to give a macro view

of what Catholic education within a French Immersion

model entails.

I would also like to thank our special guests, Ms. Peggy

Crowther from ACE and Megan Coleman, Program

Director of Voila Learning and for providing

information and outreach regarding their programs

and services.

ANAPHYLAXIS ALERT Our Lady of Wisdom is an allergen aware school. There are

students in attendance who suffer from severe and life

threatening allergies to certain foods such as peanuts, nut

products, sesame seeds, eggs, sea food and shell fish.

Anaphylaxis is a severe and life threatening allergic

reaction.

Accordingly, please DO NOT bring in snacks/treats/cake to

acknowledge/celebrate a child’s birthday. A safe practice

that the school encourages is the distribution of non-edible

birthday themed treats, such as, pencils, erasers, stickers,

etc… A reminder to parents that administration, teachers and

support staff of the TCDSB are NOT permitted to administer

any type of prescription medication during the school day,

unless we have written signed authorization signed by you the

parents and the prescribing physician.

Épelle-Moi French Spelling Bee

New this year, M. Etienne, Mme. Suzan and Mme. Thokoly will

be narrowing the field and engaging the stduents in healthy

competition as they begin to test the skills of students in the

primary and junior divisions. Students who are

interested in representing Our Lady of Wisdom

Catholic School in this year’s Épelle-Moi Canada French

Spelling Bee competition to be held from March 24th to

April 8, 2018 will be selected from hopefuls during

several rounds of spelling bee elimination play. More

information regarding the competition will follow, as

await the arrival of the training materials and study

guides for the students. Selected students will

complete a registration form to be provided by Guilène

Fotso, EAO, Coordinatrice des activités.

VIRTUES OF THE MONTH

We would like to recognize all of the children and their

exemplary modelling of the September’s virtue of

Hospitality this month. Congratulations to the following

students:

Mlle. Camellia JK/SK:

Hospitality: Matthew Vargas

Emily Patience

Mlle. Beverly JK/SK:

Hospitality: Savannah D'Atri

Ava Prince

Valencia Stewart

Mlle. Tymkewycz JK/SK:

Hospitality: Ella Starnes

Donna Lan

Mme. Yeung SK/1:

Hospitality: Alex Kelakis

Tea Hancock

Mme. Makar (Gr. 1):

Hospitality: Vanessa Nabong

Mark Beshara

Mlle. Isabelle (Gr. 1/2):

Hospitality: Gr. 1 Addison Dawes

Gr.2 Stela Valiquet

Mme. Suzan (Gr. 2):

Hospitality: Anne Magdalene Del Rosario

Tristan Ketelers

M. Jean (Gr. 2):

Hospitality: Gabreille Paguirigan

Mme. Thokoly (Gr. 3):

Hospitality: Kristal Elgohary

Lisle Ison

Grace Mongiat Leroux

Mme. Mari Berje (Gr. 3):

Hospitality: Rolliebel Bernal

Angelina Kelada

Mlle. O (Gr. 4):

Hospitality: Anne Del Rosario,

Santino Dibueno,

Jackson Tchalikian.

Mlle. Caroline/Mlle. Eloisa (Gr. 5/6):

Hospitality: Danika Wong

Georgia Athanaselos

Mrs. Robertson (Gr. 5/6):

Hospitality: Elizabeth Magboo

Mira Gerges

Mme. Bangala (Gr. 5/6):

Hospitality: Sophia D’Alleva

Ivy Rasco

Mlle. Falsetti/Mlle. Caroline (Gr. 7):

Hospitality: Chrisanthony Mortimore

Mrs. Nardozi, Mlle. Falsetti (Gr. 7/8):

Hospitality: Josiah Velesrubio

Azailia Byfield

---------------------------------------------- OLW CSPC Communication Corner:

On behalf of Our Lady of Wisdom's Catholic School Parent Council

(CSPC) of 2017-2018, Mrs. Stonehouse and I, Ms. Prezens, would like

to say that we look forward to working with you, and organizing

exciting events and learning opportunities for the school. As you are

well aware, our first fundraiser, a chocolate fundraiser, is well

underway. It has been met with great success. We appreciate

everyone's time and effort helping to raise money for events and

programs such as, Carnival, Play Day and the Forest of Reading

Program, just to name a few. We also have exciting prizes to be won

like the Apple iPad, gift cards or a milk and cookie party. If we sell

450 cases of chocolate, Mr. Kwon has promised to kiss a fish. How

exciting is that! Please remember that all money collected from the

chocolate fundraiser needs to be given to the school no later than

Wednesday, October 16th, 2017.

The CSPC would like to invite parents to our next CSPC meeting

taking place in the school library on Wednesday, October 18th, 2017

at 6:30 p.m. It is an opportunity for you to listen to all the great

things taking place at Our Lady of Wisdom. We are always looking

for volunteers to help out with upcoming CSPC events. Feel free to

attend one of our meetings or contact us at

cspc.ourladyofwisdom@tcdsb.org to learn more about how you could

help.

Thank you for your support.

Ms. Melissa Prezens, CSPC Chairperson

Mrs. June Stonehouse, CSPC Vice Chairperson

The Angel Foundation for Learning

ANNUNCIATION PARISH SACRAMENTAL

REGISTRATION

Registration for Gr. 7 and 8 Confirmation will be

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. The

Confirmation rehearsal will take place at 9 a.m. on April

24th, 2018 and the ceremony will be held on Tuesday,

April 24th, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. Exact Confirmation

Sessions for Grade 7 and 8 are still to be determined.

First Confession will take place at 7 p.m. On February

21st, 2018. First Holy Communion Registration meeting

will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 5th, 2017.

Parents must register in order for their child to receive

the sacraments of First Communion (Gr. 2), First

Reconciliation (Gr. 3) or Confirmation (Gr. 7 and 8). A

copy of the child’s baptismal certificate is required to

register for First Communion and Confirmation.

Important Dates for First Holy Communion

Candidates

Registration Meeting: Thursday October 5th,

2017at 7:00PM

First Confessions:

Our Lady of Wisdom School – Wednesday,

February 21st, 2018 at7:00PM

Three Parent Meetings: TBD

First Holy Communion Weekend:

Saturday April 14th, 2018 @ 5:00pm

Sunday April 15th, 2018 @ 9:30am, 11:00am,

12:30pm

Saturday April 21st, 2018 @ 5:00pm

Sunday April 22nd, 2018 @ 9:30am, 11:00am,

12:30pm

TRUSTEES 2017 – 2018

Wards

1. Joseph Martino 416-512-3401 5. Maria Rizzo 416-512-3405 9. Jo-Ann Davis 416-512-3409 2. Ann Andrachuk 416-512-3402 6. Frank D‘Amico Vice-Chair 416-512-3406 10. Barbara Poplawski 416-512-3410 3. Sal Piccininni 416-512-3403 7. Michael Del Grande 416-512-3407 11. Angela Kennedy, Chair 416-512-3411 4. Patrizia Bottoni 416-512-3404 8. Garry Tanuan 416-512-3408 12. Nancy Crawford 416-512-3412 Karina Dubrovskaya, Student Trustee 416-512-3417 Rhea Carlisle, Student Trustee 416-512-3413

Our Lady of Wisdom is pleased to announce that The Angel Foundation for Learning, the charitable organization devoted to assisting students within TCDSB schools, has approved our school’s funding request in support of our Gr. 8 excursion to Montreal. Serving TCDSB students and making a positive difference, we congratulate The Angel Foundation for Learning for helping students since its inception in 1987. Donations to the Foundation are welcome and can be sent to: The Angel Foundation for Learning, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, ON M2N 6E8. Tax receipts for donations of $20.00 or more will be issued. For more information about the Foundation visit www.angelfoundationforlearning.org

Safe Schools/Student Well-Being

Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School is very pleased to

continue our partnership with Covenant House, “a

national leader in the issues of at-risk, homeless and

trafficked youth.” On October 23rd, Ms. Fiona Jack

will be visiting with our grade 6, 7, and 8 students to

educate and advocate for much needed change to

address current issues facing youth in our province.

Specifically, the “Trafficked” and “Reality Check”

workshops greatly support the Ontario Ministry of

Education’s Student Success, Safe Schools and Equity

and Inclusive Education strategies and will equip our

youth with timely information to make informed

decisions and seek assistance when necessary.

Specifically, the “Trafficked” presentation introduces

the dangers of human trafficking and explores how

youth are “recruited and how unsuspecting young

people, mostly girls, are being lured online, in malls and

from school yards.” The “Reality Check” presentation,

geared for students in Grade 8, emphasizes a de-

glamourization of street life, looks at empathy,

identifies key resources where youth can obtain

assistance, and encourages students to lead, volunteer

in their communities and give back.

Junior Achievement 2017

“JA Central Ontario is committed to engaging

students and stakeholders in the Toronto, York,

Peel, Halton, Durham and Simcoe regions with

education programs focused on work readiness,

entrepreneurship and financial literacy.”

On December 6th, guest speakers from Junior

Achievement Central Ontario will be at Wisdom to

present the Economics for Success program to

the grade 8 students on October 26th. The JA

program is an invaluable experience that will give

students further insight into the demands of the

global economy.

“In Economics for Success, grade 8-10 students

take a closer look at the advantages of staying in

school, as well as learn what’s needed to succeed

in today’s workforce. Volunteers from the local

business community partner with classroom

teachers to help students see the link between

education and achieving their goals.” Students look

forward to deepening their understanding of how

to create and manage wealth in a complex society.

Athletics Update

Running Club and Cross Country

With our first Cross Country Divisional event coming up fast

on October 12th, 2017 and regionals on Oct. 18, 2017 at Earl

Bales Park, interested students have been getting involved in

OLW’s running club on alternating days for grades 3-4 and 6-

8 thanks to volunteer coaches, Mme. Stephanie, Mlle. O, M.

Wandji, Mlle. Beverly, and Mlle. Tymkewycz.

The Wisdom Warriors Running Club continues to

take place on Monday to Fridays at Willowfield Gardens Park.

Students had the chance to run a distance according to their

age group. The aim of the running club is to foster a love of

running.

Many students interested in qualifying for the OLW

Warriors Cross-Country team participated on a consistent

basis in order to improve their endurance for the upcoming

try-outs. The official try-outs, for all those interested, will

be held the first week of October, specifically, Thursday,

October 5th, 2017.

Softball Tournaments at OLW!

Congratulations to the boys and girls softball teams

who played well during their divisional tournaments at

Bond Park on September 28th and 29th, 2017. Both

teams improved tremendously as the day went on and

had lots of fun learning the game!

STUDENT LEADERSHIP Thank you to Mrs. Nardozi her energetic and committed Me to

We committee (Jessica BP, Juliano V., Tristan T., Austin N.,

Elizabeth V., Claudia N., Grace I., Hannah M., and Ivy R.,) for

2017-2018 to plan ahead for this year and begin the

conversation regarding social justice initiatives on a local and

global scale. Amidst the excitement that typically is attached

with We Day, the inspiring words of Prince Harry, the stories

of courage from Gaten Matarazzi and his experience with a

disorder called cleidocranial dysplasia, and the candid anti-

bullying stance of Carol Todd, mother of Amanda Todd,

students clearly heard the singular message of kindness and

compassion and the call to become the ordinary saints they are

capable of being. Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School looks

forward to planning for the Year of the school together with

committees like our Me to We extra-curricular team of

students to bring about simple change that has a profound

impact.

Fall/Thanksgiving Food Drive:

Thank you everyone for the many generous donations of non-

perishable and canned food items which the students have

collected up to October 5th, 2017. All proceeds will go to

families in need via St. Francis Table, “a ministry of the

Capuchin-Franciscan Friars and friends committed to creating

a Faith Community with the poor through direct services that

preserve and enhance human dignity.”

Math Corner

The Forest of Reading is returning to Our Lady of Wisdom 2017-2018

Collections from the Prix Peuplier, (a reading program that invites young people to participate in read-alouds of French books

written by Canadian authors. Students are then invited to vote for their favourite book) and Prix Tamarac, (a program that

invites young people to read French chapter books of 100-250 pages in length by allowing them to vote for their favourite

books (fiction and non-fiction) from a selection of the best Canadian books written in French) for Grades 2-4 and 5-8 have

been ordered and will be arriving soon.

Monthly Update from the Board

October 2017

TCDSB Digital Store

As our students continue to learn and adapt to the rapid advances in technology, the Toronto Catholic District School

Board is committed to providing to all of our students and their families, equal access to the latest technology. We

recognize the importance of promoting the 21st Century Competencies by supporting digital literacy, creativity,

innovation, collaboration, and the overall needs and aspirations of all students. To that end, the TCDSB continues to be

on the leading edge of providing technical upgrades and assistance by providing you with a very special opportunity:

the TCDSB Digital Store. Visit our website for more information:

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/DigitalStore/Pages/default.aspx

TCDSB Adopts Parent Charter of Principles and Student Charter of Principles In support of its vision of transforming the world through innovation, the Toronto Catholic District School Board is the

first school board to formally adopt guiding sets of principles outlining parent and student rights. The TCDSB is taking

the lead in establishing principles designed to address the basic rights elements of a sound Catholic education to which

parents and students are entitled during a period when individual rights is a major topic of discussion in other sectors

such as the airline travel industry.

The Student Charter of Principles starts: “A student is entitled to reasonably participate in decisions that affect his/her

education and school life. The Board will pursue equity and inclusion for all students of the Board. A student is

entitled to a spiritually, socially, emotionally and physically safe, and positive, school environment, where he/she is

respected and treated in a manner consistent with our Catholic values and teachings.”

The Parent Charter of Principles begins with: “The Board will provide a faith-based publicly funded school with

education grounded in Catholic doctrine, traditions and teachings for your child. A parent or guardian will have

opportunities for involvement in his/her child’s education. A parent or guardian is entitled to a reasonable expectation

that his/her child is learning in a safe, healthy, caring and accessible school, free of discrimination, prejudice, bullying

and harassment.”

Both documents can be found on the TCDSB website at

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/CharterofPrinciples/Pages/default.aspx

TCDSB Continues to Focus on Improving Results The Toronto Catholic District School Board continues to report improvements over time. Literacy results are high,

with improvements evident over the past five years. Mathematics results are less impressive and mirror province-wide

results in that area.

Reading and writing results are strong in both Grade 3 and Grade 6, either approaching or exceeding 80% at or above

the Provincial Standard. In Primary and Junior, mathematics results remain low both in the Board and Province. At

the secondary level, Grade 9 applied mathematics scores have shown improvement but continue to be low. In both

Grade 9 academic mathematics and OSSLT, the Board mirrors the Province and maintains strong results with 80% or

more meeting high standards. The EQAO results continue to point to mathematics and the applied level as an area of

focus.

CSPC Workshop All Catholic School Parent Council members are invited and encouraged to attend the fall workshop to be held

October 23rd, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre. This will be a wonderful opportunity to learn about

the roles and responsibilities of CSPCs, network with your colleagues from other schools and share best practices.

Dinner will be provided.

OAPCE-Toronto Conference All parents are welcome to attend the annual Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education Conference October

13th and 14th

Mental Wellness: Developing Your God-Given Potential

Conference $40, Gala Dinner $40 (Networking Reception included)

Keynote speaker: Sara Westbrook

Conference, AGM, Mass and Commissioning Ceremony (Saturday 8-4) St. Joan of Arc CHS, 1 St. Joan of Arc

Rd., Maple, ON L6A 1W9

Networking Reception (Friday 6-10)

Gala Awards Dinner (Saturday 7-10)

Hilton Garden Inn, 3201 Highway 7, Vaughan, ON L4K 5Z7

For more information and registration: www.oapce.org

TCDSB Launches Phase 2 School Cash Online TCDSB will be implementing the School Cash Online Payment option in all schools, in 5 phases throughout the 2017/2018 school

year. This new cashless system offers parents the convenience of paying online for school activities and purchases from the

convenience of their home. This includes payments for school trips, activities, sports-related fees, and pizza lunches - just to name

a few.

Phase 2 has launched and all parents in Phase 2 schools are encouraged to register now. Click here for more information

and to register.

The following is a list of the schools included in the Phase 2 launch:

Annunciation Brebeuf

Canadian Martyrs Cardinal Carter Academy

Chaminade College Dante Alighieri

Holy Cross Holy Name

Holy Rosary James Cardinal McGuigan

Our Lady of Lourdes Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Loretto Abbey Madonna

Marshall McLuhan Notre Dame

Senator O`Connor St Anselm

St Brigid St Catherine

St Denis St Francis Assisi

St Isaac Jogues St John (Toronto)

St John XXIII St Joseph

St Joseph Morrow Park St Mary

St Michael St Michael Choir

St Paul

TCDSB Celebrates Canada150 and Our Own History 150 Heritage Moments being shared via Twitter.

https://www.tcdsb.org/affiliates/canada150/heritagemoments/pages/default.aspx

Important Dates to Note

October is…

Autism Awareness Month https://www.tcdsb.org/Pages/October-is-Autism-Awareness-Month.aspx

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Dress Purple Day October 24th

https://www.tcdsb.org/Pages/October-is-Child-Abuse-Prevention-Month.aspx

Hispanic Canadian Heritage Month

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/HispanicCanadianHeritage/Pages/def

ault.aspx

Learning Disabilities Month http://www.ldao.ca/about/october-is-learning-disabilities-awareness-

month/

Walk to School Month https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/environment/transport/Pages/Walk-to-

School-Month-.aspx Walk to School Day October 4th

October 2—National Custodial Workers Day

https://www.tcdsb.org/News/othernews/2018/Pages/octoberappreciationmonth.aspx

October 4--Walk to School Day: an opportunity for all of us—students, staff, families—to focus on

improved health and well-being, active lifestyles and building safer communities for everyone.

Register your school for Walk to School Day and receive a Certificate of Participation from Canada

Walks. For more information, visit https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/environment/transport/Pages/Walk-to-

School-Month-.aspx

October 5—World Teachers’ Day

https://www.tcdsb.org/News/othernews/2018/Pages/octoberappreciationmonth.aspx

October 6—Rosary Day https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/Pages/Rosary-

Day.aspx

October 10—World Mental Health Day

https://www.tcdsb.org/programsservices/specialeducation/mhs/Pages/Default.aspx

October 11--International Day of the Girl https://www.tcdsb.org/pages/international-day-of-the-

girl.aspx

October 16-20--School Bus Safety Week

October 16-20 Waste Reduction Week

Take the Waste-Free Lunch Challenge Oct. 20 as part of Food Waste Friday Waste Reduction Week in Canada is a national environmental campaign that builds awareness around

issues of resource efficiency, responsible consumption and production, and promotes actions that recover

more discards for recycling and conserve natural resources. We encourage TCDSB elementary schools to

take the Waste-Free Lunch Challenge during Waste Reduction Week to kick-off environmental awareness

all year long. To register for The Waste Free Lunch Challenge or for more information, visit:

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/environment/waste/Pages/Waste-Free-Lunch-Program.aspx

October 17--International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

https://www.tcdsb.org/pages/international-day-for-eradication-of-poverty.aspx

October 17—A Catholic Call To Serve (ACCTs) https://www.tcdsb.org/pages/catholic-call-to-

serve.aspx

October 25—Early Childhood Educator and Childcare Worker Appreciation Day

https://www.tcdsb.org/News/othernews/2018/Pages/octoberappreciationmonth.aspx

Reminders

TCDSB Celebrates The Year of the School in 2017-2018

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/Year%20of%20the%20School/Pages/default.aspx

Find resources and information online, including the Spotlight on Your School initiative to celebrate the people who

make our school communities welcoming and caring places of learning.

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/Year%20of%20the%20School/Pages/Spotlight-on-Your-

School.aspx

Improving Access to School Bus Information for Toronto Parents

Toronto Student Transportation Group and Boards Launch Transportation Portal

Toronto District School Board and Toronto Catholic District School Board parents are now able to access their

children’s transportation information online and receive email notifications if there are any school bus

cancellations or delays, thanks to the launch of a new online transportation portal.

www.torontoschoolbus.org.

High School Open House Dates

TCDSB Secondary schools welcome grade 8 students and their families to explore programs and services

https://www.tcdsb.org/school/OpenHouses/Pages/Default.aspx

CPIC Elections October 2 and 4

Monday, October 2--Odd Numbered Wards—2 Parent Member Representatives per Ward

Odd Numbered Wards Voting Locations

1 St. Benedict

2202 Kipling Avenue (Kipling/North of Rexdale Boulevard)

3 St. Bernard

12 Duckworth St. (Lawrence/one block east of Jane)

5 Blessed Sacrament

24 Bedford Park Ave. (Yonge and Lawrence)

7 Holy Spirit

3530 Sheppard Ave. E. (Sheppard and Birchmount)

9 Our Lady of Lourdes

444 Sherbourne St. (Sherbourne/South of Wellesley)

11 Senator O’Connor

60 Rowena Drive (Victoria Park/south of Ellesmere)

Wednesday October 4, 2017--Even Numbered Wards

Ward 6- 2 Parent Member Representative

Ward 10-1 Parent Member Representative

Even Numbered Wards Voting Locations

6

St. Clare

124 Northcliffe Blvd. (Dufferin/St. Clair)

10 St. Mary (Secondary)

66 Dufferin Park Ave. (Dufferin/south of Bloor)

Election of 2 Parent Members At Large Monday, October 16th, 2017 @ 7:00 p.m.

Location: Catholic Education Centre

(80 Sheppard Ave. E (Sheppard/Yonge)

Nomination forms available at all TCDSB school offices

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Our Lady of Wisdom CES Calendar of Events October

2017

Year of the School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Virtue of the Month is “Gratitude”

Walk to School Month

World Teacher’s Day Oct. 5th

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Hispanic Canadian Heritage Month

Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 Register for Forest of Reading and Epelle Moi Canada

Lunch Lady Pizza Lunch Begins

Confirmation reg. mtg. at Annunciation Parish 7:30 p.m.

Walk to School Day

Mucho Burrito

Gr. 8 Mary Ward presentation

First Communion Reg. at 7 p.m. at Annunciation

X Country tryout

Lunch Lady

PA Day (No School)

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Thanksgiving

International Girls Day

Pizza Lunch

Mucho Burrito Cross Country Meet at Earl Bales Park

Lunch Lady

Mucho Burrito

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Mass at

Annunciation 1:15 p.m.SIJ

Lunch Lady

Rosary Apostolate

Pizza Lunch

Cross Country Regionals at Earl Bales

CSPC at 6:30pm

Mucho Burrito

Lunch Lady Mucho Burrito

22 23 24 25

26 27 28 Reality Check

and Trafficked

Lunch Lady

Immunization clinic Gr. 7

Cross Country City

Pizza Lunch

Mucho Burrito

Lunch Lady Photo Day for whole school starting at 9:30 a.m.

Mucho Burrito

29 30

31 Lunch Lady Halloween

Festivities

Pizza Lunch

Note: Lunch Lady Continues every Monday and Thursday, Pizza lunch begins Tuesday, October 3 and continues every

Tuesday. Mucho Burrito Lunch Program is every Wednesday and Friday!