Sacred Heart Catholic School

75 Hupfield Trail Toronto, Ontario M1B 4S3

416-393-5415

Principal: C. Nazar

Administrative Support Staff:

D. Fernandes Office Hours: 8:15 AM – 4:15 PM

Superintendent:

K. Malcolm 416 222-8282 ext. 2263

Community Parish:

St Barnabas Catholic Church Fr. Hansoo Park

CSPC Chair:

C. Walker

Trustee: Gary Tanuan (Ward 8)

School Hours:

9:00 AM -3:30 PM

Dear Families,

It’s hard to believe its June already. As I write the birds are

singing and the sun is shining – a true sign of great summer

weather and the completion of another great year at Sacred

Heart. Before we get to the end however there is still a lot

happening: Beach Day, Year End Walk to Mass, Play Day, Civvies

Days, our Talent Show, saying good bye to our grade 8s, and much

more – please look over the calendar.

At this time we also look back over the year and consider our

successes – the yearbook, our begonia day, our community skate,

our Christmas play, ME to WE fundraising, our Halloween

fundraiser, Reconciliation, First Communion, and Confirmation.

One thing that is still in the works is our new logo and spirit wear

– we will be all over that this fall.

We wish everyone a safe and happy summer. Ensure that your

children have time to read and that you spend time reading with

them. The Sacred Heart community is forever growing and

demonstrating its Christian spirit. We look forward to great

things happening again next year and seeing you in September.

Yours in Christ,

C. Nazar

Principal The mission of our school community is to develop students that are: discerning believers, effective communicators, reflective, creative and holistic thinkers, life-long learners, collaborative contributors, caring family members, and responsible citizens. Through the partnership of our homes, our school and our church we will strive to ensure that our children reach these lofty but attainable goals.

ON THE SPORTS FRONT Our students competed at the City Track Special Olympics. We are proud to announce that we came back to Sacred Heart with 13 medal winners (5 Bronze, 4 silver and 4 gold). We are proud of our students for doing their best and never giving up. A special thank you to Ms. Astudillo, Ms. Jackson, Ms. Grupe, Ms. Tavares, Ms. Lemos and Ms. Fernandopulle for their continued support with our students. Congratulations: Gold medal winners Lloyd M Shanna-Kay L Nicole G Joseph N

Silver medal winners Ethan C Angelo A Shaquille T Dannyelle D

Bronze medal winners Thaddeus B Marcus C Gerrard G Emmanuel B Scarlett M

Congratulations to: Daniel H for being the 4th best 200m runner in the city. We are very proud of all our athletes. Go Sacred Heart!!! BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ SOCCER

The boys’ soccer team played a long day of soccer at their divisional tournament on June 1st and the girls’ on June 2nd. The boys faced great opposition but managed to display great sportsmanship. Their coaches, Ms. Burdi and Mr. Farquharson would

like to congratulate the effort put forth by Braiden, Reuben, Jared, Shamar, Ethan, Judell, Nahom, Joven, Rafael, Presley, and Brandon. The girls too faced tough competition but represented us well. Their coaches, Ms. Burdi and Mr. Farquharson would like to congratulate the effort put forth by Veronica, Brianna, Katherine, Keziah, Melia, Isabella, Chiarah, Sofia, Tiana, Shanna-Kay and Sashawna. Way to go Sacred Heart!

A WORK IN PROGRESS – OUR MURAL

Our grade 7 and 8 students have been meticulously working on our school mural led by grade 8s Katherine C. and Karelle S. During Autism month we handed out

one puzzle piece to every classroom and asked staff to

facilitate a class discussion dedicated to people having

differences, talents and needs and how we would like to

feel when demonstrating these to others. We know that

there is often a risk that we take when trying to display

parts of our personality or character to others. Staff

posed this question to students:

How do you want to feel when you demonstrate your

differences, talents and needs to others? I want to

feel_________________________.

Students then represented their responses on a puzzle

piece which you see on the mural. The focus was

originally created during autism month but it is easily

extended to all. We hope to have a big unveiling this fall.

BIKE-TO-SCHOOL WEEK

Our second year of participation in Bike-to-School week has been a great success. We had nearly 60 bikes in the school every day. Great job to all those that rode in during the week….And kudos to parents who rode with them. We’ll do it again next year!!!

PLAY DAY More fun is coming with the Sacred Heart Annual Play Day on Wednesday, June 22nd. Students will be involved in tons of fun and safe games and

play. We will be welcoming Special Olympics of Ontario to run integrated sports activities. We are also welcoming our police, paramedic and fire services friends. We will have an ice cream truck on site, face painting, balloon animals and tons of activities during the school day. There is a cost this year of $5 which will include a hot dog lunch, drink, popcorn and ice cream. All activities will be conducted on school grounds. Please make sure your child comes with a hat and sunscreen for a fun-filled day outdoors. Running shoes (not sandals) are the recommended footwear. We will have parent volunteers here to support the day!! YEAR-END MASS – WE’RE WALKING!!

Our year end mass is nearly upon us. Last year we walked as a community to St. Barnabas for mass and we will again this year. Last year our police friends held up traffic so

that we stayed together physically and spiritually. Our walk to mass demonstrates to ourselves and those around that Sacred Heart is a Catholic community held together by the strength of its faith. As we near the end of this school year, we invite you to join us in the celebration of the Eucharist on Friday, June 17th. We will be leaving on foot from Sacred Heart to St. Barnabas just after 9:00AM and hope to begin mass by 10:00AM. All are welcome.

PAINTED LADY BUTTERFLIES

Mrs. Sottile's Grade 1 class is releasing their hatched Painted Lady butterflies in this month. Welcome!

LIBRARY BOOKS/TEXT BOOKS As we enter the last few weeks of the school year, we wish to draw your attention to our request for the prompt return of all library books and text books by Friday, June 17th. You can be of great help to us by checking at home for these items and by encouraging your children to return all school books. BATTLE OF THE BEGONIAS Thanks to the support of our green thumbed staff members and students we planted 500 begonias in the front of the school next to the parking lot. We weeded, added soil and planted. We have been watering and caring for them every day. Some classes made the planting and growing of plants part of their instructional program. Recently weeds have sprung back up but we were all over them, clearing them out. We hope our plants last until the fall.

FAREWELL TO OUR GRADUATES

On Monday, June 27th, our Grade 8 students will graduate from Sacred Heart and continue their learning in their chosen high school.

Our Grade 8s will be missed for the contribution and spirit they brought to Sacred Heart. These last few weeks will be filled with mixed emotions. We are excited for you and hope you look forward to the excitement of high school and the successes that await you. Farewell, God Bless and Congratulations to our graduates:

Emmanuel A. Keyanna H. Michael P.

Alana A. Joven J. Myrriam P.

David A. Alana L Michel R.

Katherine C. Matthew L Tiaura S

Kristopher D Diana M. Kamryn S.

Aaron E. Ysabelle M. Karelle S

Carl F. Veronica M. Heindrick U.

Angelo G. Brianna N. Ryan W.

Daniel H. Bryce O.

STAY ACTIVE THIS SUMMER!

“As a nation we are becoming less active than previous generations. In 2015, Canadian kids scored a D− in overall physical activity, with only 9% of 5- to 17-year-olds getting 60 minutes of heart-pumping activity daily. Experts speculate that by attempting to keep kids safe we inadvertently decrease activity and potentially increase the risk for chronic disease.

By now we know that physical activity helps reduce stress and supports our overall health. It improves self-esteem, promotes healthy growth and development, helps achieve a healthy weight and builds strong bones and muscles. Physical activity helps students to perform better in school, develop social relationships, meet challenges, gain satisfaction and build a sense of community. Physical activity can have a strong positive impact on overall health and quality of life.”

From ontario.teachnutrition.ca.

GR. 8 LAKE ST. GEORGE TRIP Our Gr. 8 students returned from a four day overnight trip to Lake St. George Field Centre on Tuesday, May 24th. Students from St. Bartholomew accompanied our students on this trip. Our students had a great time participating in outdoor activities and raising their awareness of the environment and our role in it as shepherds of the earth. Thank you to Mr. McLean, Ms. Hay, Ms. Packowski, and Ms. Malloy for supporting the trip. TD SUMMER READING CLUB

The TD Summer Reading Club is coming to a Toronto Public Library branch near you! The TD Summer Reading Club is an inclusive program, in English and French, that strives to engage all children in the joy of reading while championing Canadian

writers and illustrators. The program helps connect families with books and builds confidence in reading through the delivery of free incentives and fun, accessible library activities. Children who register for the TD Summer Reading Club at their local library receive free program materials and are encouraged to earn stickers by reading over the summer. They are also invited to participate in programs organized at their local library branch and share their love of reading with children across the country through the TD Summer Reading Club website. A list of recommended books is provided, but kids can also connect with local library staff for more great reading suggestions. For the summer of 2016, our theme is Wild and we're encouraging kids to escape their everyday, step outside their ordinary and seek the unknown and untamed through reading. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.tdsummerreadingclub.ca or call Malvern branch of Toronto Public Library at 416-396-8969. There will be a brochure about the TD Summer Reading Club included with your child's report card in June.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONS AND OTHER GRADES CONTINUE FOR 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR Junior Kindergarten registrations for the next school year (2016-2017) continue. In order to register your child, please visit: http://soar.tcdsb.org/ GUIDANCE CORNER

Miss Vincent, Elementary Guidance Counsellor, Area 7 & 8

There are a number of summer learning opportunities available for intermediate students. A Summer Enrichment Camp for Grade 7 and 8 students helps to continue the development of necessary skills for success in both Literacy and Numeracy. The Summer Reach Ahead program offers students going into Grade 9, the opportunity to earn a high school credit through a variety of learning experiences at the high school they will be attending in September. Information for both of these programs can be found on the Continuing Education page of the Board website:

https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/ContinuingEducation/SecondaryCreditCourses/SummerSchool/elementaryss/Pages/default.aspx

Also, graduating Grade 8 students can now begin their Community Involvement hours beginning July 1st. Information on obtaining this graduation requirement can be found at:

https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SchoolProgramsK12/GuidanceCoopEd/Communityservice40hours/Documents/TCDSB_Community_Service_Booklet_2016.pdf The Footsteps to Success summer day camp is being offered at Blessed Mother Teresa during July and August. This free camp is available for children aged 10-13. More information and registration forms can be found here:

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/FOCUSONYOUTH/Pages/Footsteps-to-Success-summer-camp.aspx.

I have also included an article from Canadian Living magazine on some fun ways to keep your children busy during the summer holidays:

http://www.canadianliving.com/life/community/great_ways_to_keep_your_kids_busy_in_the_summer.php

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR

Number of School Days 194

Number of PA Days 7

Labour Day September 5, 2016

First Instructional Day September 6, 2016

Thanksgiving Day October 10, 2016

Christmas Break December 26, 2016 – January 6, 2017

Family Day February 20, 2017

Mid-Winter Break March 13-17, 2017

Good Friday April 14, 2017

Easter Monday April 17, 2017

Victoria Day May 22, 2017

Last day of classes for elementary students

June 29, 2017

Seven (7) Professional Activity (PA) Days for ELEMENTARY schools:

October 7, 2016 Provincial Education Priorities

November 18, 2016 Parent-Teacher Conferences

December 2, 2016 Provincial Education Priorities/Faith

Development

January 20, 2017 Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting

February 17, 2017 Parent-Teacher Conferences

June 9, 2017 Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting

June 30, 2017 Provincial Education Priorities LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR NEEDED FOR 2016-2017 We are in need of a lunchtime supervisor to supervise our students during the lunch hour (11:45 AM – 12:45 PM). If you are interested and would like to apply for this position, please make a note of the following documents that will be required to be submitted some of which can be obtained from the office: Lunchtime Supervisor Application Form Priest Reference Form Offence Declaration TB Test Police Clearance with a cheque for $50 made out to Toronto Police Service Void Cheque

MONTHLY UPDATE FROM THE BOARD Get Ready for the Year of the Parish In 2016-2017 the focus of our three-year pastoral plan shifts to the Parish. Find out how you can get involved in the celebration. Check out the video trailer for the Year of the Parish as well as other resources here: https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/YearoftheParish/Pages/default.aspx The Year of the Family Continues Visit the website here https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/Year-of-Family/Pages/default.aspx for all the latest resources for the Year of the Family including Eucharist, Mass readings, Responsorial Psalms, Prayers of the Faithful and Family Prayers, Notable Quotes and Scripture Quotes. Throughout the Year of the Family remember to tweet out your events/initiatives relating to our three-year plan, “Together with One Voice” as well as those celebrating our Year of Family by using the hashtag #TW1V Did you Miss the Student Mass for Catholic Education Week? Check out the video broadcast and photographs online here: https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/CatholicEducationWeek/Pages/Default.aspx as well as highlights from other events for Catholic Education Week. Revised Health and Physical Education Curriculum Information and resources are online: https://www.tcdsb.org/programsservices/schoolprogramsk12/healthoutdoorphysed/pages/ontario-health-and-physed-curriculum.aspx Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy Continues through to December 2016 https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/ExtraordinaryJubileeYearOfMercy/Pages/default.aspx Upcoming Events to Note June is… Aboriginal Month https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/AboriginalCanadianHeritage/Pages/default.aspx

Italian Heritage Month https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/ItalianCanadianHeritage/Pages/default.aspx

Portuguese Heritage Month https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/PortugueseCanadianHeritage/Pages/default.aspx

Please remember to visit the Nurturing Our Catholic Community website regularly for resources on a wide variety of topics including poverty, Catholic Social Justice Teaching, Respect for Life, Bereavement, as well as special events throughout the school year. https://www.tcdsb.org/BOARD/NURTURINGOURCATHOLICCOMMUNITY/Pages/Default.aspx

For curriculum resources, visit the Religious Education and Family Life Department’s website here: https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/BoardServices/ReligionFamilyLife/Pages/Default.aspx

FINAL DISMISSAL The last day of school for students is Wednesday, June 29th and dismissal is at 3:30 PM.

Have a Safe and Happy Summer!