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| Families are Munching Tracking Form |
To raise awareness about ‘healthy eating’, St. Christopher School is taking part in the Families Are Munching Program. The goal of Families Are Munching is to encourage students eat five to 10 servings of vegetables and fruit every day. The program is brought to you by Choices 4 Health, and the Halton Food For Thought Community Partners Program. You are invited to complete the tracking form that can be found using the link below - forms can be forwarded to Erika Norris at Erika.Norris@halton.ca - all forms returned by February 12th will be eligible for a $25 Shoeless Joe's gift card.
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| 2009/2010 Yearbook Orders and Sponsorship |
Please refer to the link below for information about being a sponsor for our yearbook and the ordering process:
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| Hamilton Bulldogs - March 9th |
Come out and support our choir as they sing the National
Anthem before the Bulldogs take on Toronto - check the link below for ticket information.
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| "Tiger Trek" Registration Form |
Please use the link below for our Tiger Trek registration form:
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| Halton Multicultural Council Volunteer Appreciation Day |
Please click on the link below for more information.
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| 2010 - Year of the Family |
Please use the link below to access the letter from Bishop Tonnos:
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| Educational Assistants Appreciation Day |
January 29th is Educational Assistants Appreciation Day - Mrs. Borowick, Mrs. Culetta, Mrs. Deveraux, Mrs. Mallon and Mrs. Payne are valued members of our team and their efforts in support of our students are never taken for granted. |
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| Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence |
Visit ontario.ca/teachingawards to learn more. |
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| Registration Information |
Early registration for JK and new SK-Grade 8 registrations for the school year 2009-2010 will take place: January 26th and 27th, 2010 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. You must bring the following original documentation with you in order to register:
Roman or Eastern Rite Catholic Baptismal Certificate
Birth Certificate
Immunization Card
Junior Kindergarten - Children are required to be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2010. Senior Kindergarten – Children are required to be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2010. |
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| Workshops for Potential Catholic School Trustees |
Please use the following link for more information:
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| "Healthy Lunches Your Kids Will Love" |
Please refer to the attached link for more information:
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| Parent Pick-Up Basketball |
In keeping with our Healthy Schools initiatives, the opportunity for our parents to enjoy some non-competitive pick-up basketball returns for the 2009/2010 season. The first session is on Thursday, October 22nd from 7 - 8 p.m. You simply need running shoes and a pulse to participate - no experience or skills necessary! If you have questions, please contact Mr. Mayne at maynep@hcdsb.org. |
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| School Uniform Plan |
As outlined in the minutes of our Catholic School Council meeting earlier this month, the decision was made to move forward with "Board Operating Policy 11-41, School Uniform Dress Code/School Dress Code."
The committee is currently developing an action plan which will outline a parent information night (November 26th), balloting procedures (at school during parent/teacher interviews on December 3rd and 4th) and any other pertinent information related to this initiative.
If you have any questions, as always, feel free to contact Mr. Mayne at the school (905) 335-7553 or via email at maynep@hcdsb.org. |
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| "Life is a Twitch" Parent Meeting |
Please use the link below for more information about Dr. Duncan McKinley's presentation for parents at Corpus Christi School on Monday, November 2nd at 7 p.m.
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| EQAO 2008/2009 |
Please refer to the link below for information regarding our school EQAO results for 2008/2009.
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| Catholic School Council |
Please refer to our Catholic School Council page to see the council for 2009/2010. First meeting is on Monday, October 5th at 6 p.m. As always, everyone is welcome. |
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| All-Star Reading Program |
St. Christopher School is looking for parent volunteers interested in participating in the All Star Reading Program. The purpose of the program is to encourage students from Grades 1-3 to become more independent with using reading strategies that work for them. Volunteers can participate by term or for the entire year. This is 2/20 min. sessions per week. Interested volunteers are to contact Ms. Marai at the school by phone or by email at MaraiS@hcdsb.org |
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| H1N1 Updates |
Please refer to the following board link for the latest information:
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| School Prayer |
Please use the link below to view our school prayer:
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| Family Language and Mathematics Calendar |
Please use the link below to access this calendar:
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| Welcome Back BBQ - September 10th |
Plans for our BBQ on Thursday, September 10th are ongoing – thanks to the efforts of our parent community, we have many events (BBQ, “Velcro wall”, Yoga, face painting etc.) and items for raffle (autographed items from the Toronto Blue Jays, Toronto Maple Leafs, 2 weeks of unlimited group training from Millcroft Fitness and Wellness, a birthday party package from Mainway Sports ($170 value), Little Goobers Indoor Playground admissions, Scientific calculators from Office Depot) – if you would like to make a donation, simply contact me by email at maynep@hcdsb.org. |
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| HCDSB "Heath Link" |
Please use the following link for Human Influenza A - H1N1 information:
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| 2009 Halton Catholic Parent Conference |
This conference takes place on Saturday, October 17th. Please use the following link for more information:
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| Catholic Education Week |
Please use the link below for our calendar of events for Catholic Education Week.
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| JK/SK Start Dates |
Staggered entry of SK students starts on Tuesday, September 8th, 2009. Full entry by Thursday, September 10th.
JK parent/student interviews begin on Tuesday, September 8th, 2009. Full entry by Monday, September 21st.
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| School Year Calendar 2009/2010 |
Please use the link below for more information about the 2009/2010 school year calendar.
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| St. Christopher Parent Riding Across Canada for Cancer Research! |
Captain Glenn Baxby, father of Sonia and Zara, intends to raise money for cancer research by cycling from Victoria, B.C. to St. John's, Newfoundland in sixty days or less. He is doing this in support of his close friend and colleague, Scott Lyon, who was recently diagnosed with a rare type of Lymphoma. Please refer to the following link for more information:
There will also be a "Comedy Night Fundraiser" on Saturday, April 25th at Applejack's Restaurant in the Millcroft Plaza - click on the following link for more information about this event:
We wish Captain Baxby all the best as he "brings Christ to others" in a genuine spirit of service. We also keep Scott and his family in our prayers - we know that God will give him the strength he needs as he battles this illness. |
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| Illegal Fireworks - "Sprite Bombs" |
Please refer to the attached link to view a letter sent out by the City of Oakville with regards to "Sprite Bombs" being sold at some variety stores in Halton.
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| Police Day - May 9th |
Please refer to the following link for more information:
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| "Kernals" in April! |
Please use the attached link for more information.
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| "Pot of Gold" Day for Halton Food For Thought |
On March 12th, students have an opportunity to donate a toonie to be entered into a draw for prizes, one per division. We encourage everyone to wear green on this day - note that a toonie is not required for the students to wear green. Proceeds from this event will go directly to Halton Food for Thought. Note that, as shared with our council, we recognize that every family cannot financially support every initiative. |
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| Valentine's Day Raffle Success! |
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| "Ready, Set, Go" |
Please use the attached link for the "Ready, Set, Go" calendar for our new kindergarten students.
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| Kindergarten Parent Survey |
The Region of Halton and the Halton Catholic District School Board are conducting a survey for parents of children currently enrolled in senior kindergarten. The results of the survey will help to promote early childhood development and assist in identifying programs that support children and parents. A letter will be sent home in early February. |
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| Governance Review Committee - Parental Input Needed |
Governance Review Committee-Parental Input Needed
Recently the Ontario government has been moving forward with the creation of a Governance Review Committee. Its mandate is to: • Recommend ways to modernize and clarify in the Education Act the duties, powers and accountabilities of school boards, chairs, individual trustees and directors of education, while reinforcing the relationship between elected officials as a group and the director of education as sole employee accountable to the board; • Identify and recommend effective practices in governance applicable to the education sector, including: Codes of conduct for trustees, enforceable at the provincial or board level Audit committees with external members • Propose appropriate long-term capacity building program for trustees; • Recommend appropriate content and format of eventual provincial interest regulations designed to ensure that a board achieves student outcomes specified in the regulation, such as improved literacy and numeracy and graduation rates. Share Your Ideas The committee invites parents to share their ideas on how to improve and modernize education governance through https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=5EhHQx7vbo_2fH5dy3SITbIg_3d_3dYou may also make written submissions to: Rick Johnson and Madeleine Chevalier, Co-Chairs Governance Review Committee Ministry of Education c/o Labour Relations and Governance Branch Mowat Block, 15th Floor 900 Bay Street Toronto ON M7A 1L2 Please send your submission by February 28, 2009. |
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| Catholic Parents Conference |
On Saturday, October 17, 2009, parents are invited to attend our second annual Catholic Parents Conference which will take place at Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School in Oakville. Admission is free and includes workshops, a luncheon, door prizes and vendors. More details to follow. |
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| Are the students going outside for recess today? |
Please use the link below for the board's "Inclement Weather Safety" administrative procedure (VI - 39). This procedure is followed to ensure the safety of all students and staff during various inclement weather situations that occur during the school day.
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| Welcome Mary Tessari - Superintendent |
We congratulate Jim Rowles on his new portfolio with our board and thank him for all of his support. We welcome Mary Tessari as our new superintendent and we look forward to working with her as we continue to foster and nurture our Catholic school. |
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| JK/SK Registrations |
Please note that registrations for JK and SK students new to the school will be held on Tuesday, January 27th and Wednesday, January 28th between 8:30 and 4:30. Please bring your child's birth certificate, Catholic baptismal certificate and updated immunization records. If you have any questions, please contact the school. |
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| Black History Month "Kick-off" |
Please use the link below for more information with regards to this event organized by the Burlington Caribbean Connection (BCC).
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| Positive Parenting/Home Alone Workshops |
Please click on the link below for more information:
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| Parking Lot Safety |
The safety of our students is a responsibility that is shared by the entire school community. Please refer to the following flyer that was sent home on November 20th.
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| Be the Change! |
Use the link to view a flyer that is now posted in every classroom here at St. Christopher School. Ask your children for clarification.
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| St. Christopher School Night at the Hamilton Bulldogs |
January 21st has been designated as "St. Christopher School Night" at the Hamilton Bulldogs game - our school choir will be singing the national anthem! Refer to the link below for more information:
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| Christmas Celebration |
As outlined in our November newsletter, our students in JK through grade three will be presenting a Christmas celebration on Thursday, December 18th. There will be a morning (10:15) and afternoon (1:00) performance to allow for all of our kindergarten students to participate. |
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| E-Books for Kids |
Tumblebooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they enjoy. This resource is available to families using the link below and the user name and password that are in every student's agenda.
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| 2008-09 Yearbook Cover Contest |
Students are welcome to showcase their artistic talents and enter our Yearbook Cover Contest. The winning artwork will be chosen for the front cover of the 2008-2009 Yearbook. Our back cover will also feature some of the best entries.
Don’t forget to include:
a) The Name of our School
b) School Motto
c) Year: 2008-09
and your original 8 1/2” X 11” artwork design.
Please keep your art and text within ½” from each edges of the 8 ½” X 11” page. Borders and backgrounds should cover the entire 8 ½” X 11 page. We will scan your artwork and return it to you. Due date is Friday, December 5th.
If you have any questions, please contact: Ms. Vermeer or Ms. LeBlanc, organizers of the yearbook committee.
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| Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence |
We are blessed to have such an outstanding staff - please note that the Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence are accepting nominations until January 31, 2009. For more information, visit the following site:
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| Halloween 2008 |
The students participated in our Halloween dance last week and thanks to the dedication of our school community, it was a great success. A full report on the event, including a list of all of our students who were lucky enough to win one of the incentive prizes which were drawn at our assembly last week, will be in our November newsletter. Take a minute and look at our "activities" section for a couple of pictures! |
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| Catholic Parent Conference Brochure |
A brochure for the Catholic Parent Conference being held at Corpus Christi School on November 15th was sent home last week. If you require more information, please use the link below:
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| St. Christopher School Cookbooks |
The first edition of our school cookbook has arrived and is on sale. The cookbook consists of 164 different types of recipes ranging from tasty appetizers to delicious cakes. Don't miss this opportunity to purchase a copy of this great resource. Students will be bringing home order forms during the first week in November and they are due back to the school by November 28, 2008. Please complete the order form information and make the cheques payable to St. Christopher School. If you require an extra order form, they are available in the main office. With Christmas around the corner, this would make a great gift. Thanks to everyone who contributed a recipe and to Mrs. Mansell for all of her work as coordinator of this project. |
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