ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL

116 Fermanagh Ave. Toronto Ontario M6R 1M2

Telephone: 416-393-5227 Fax: 416-393-5873

BULLETIN April 29th to May 3rd Monday

Toronto School Clean Up – Eco Team (Ms. Strong) @ Lunch Sorauren Park

Regional W5H @ Stella Maris (Mr. Crawford)

Mass @ 1 p.m. – all welcome

Tuesday Celebration of Learning @ 9 a.m.

Wednesday Have a wonderful day

Thursday High Park @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Ms. Bond)

Spring Concert Gr. 5-8 @6:30 p.m. –students to be in black and white (students to be at the school by 6 p.m.

Friday Pizza Lunch

Chess and Math

Robotics

DATES TO REMEMBER May 8th – AGO Trip Gr. 4 (Ms. Wilson) – BMTM Annual Arts Festival (Ms. Ciampa) – CSPC Meeting May 9th – Welcome to Kindergarten Night @ 4:30 p.m. in the Gym – Divisional Track & Field Meet @ Varsity Stadium May 10th – We walk for Water – Chess City Finals (CEC) May 15th – Welcome to Kindergarten Night @ 4:30 p.m. in the Gym May 20th – Victoria Day (No School) May 27th to May 29th – Camp Olympia Trip May 27th to May 30th – EQAO Gr. 3 - 6

Virtue of the month: Compassion

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PARENTS CORNER

Today’s Dance-a-thon – Thank you!

A big thank you for the great effort by students and for all those families and friends who participated in this year’s “Back to

the 80s” dress-theme dance-a-thon. The total monies raised, and the winning class - ice cream truck visit! and a donation in

their name to a local Catholic charity – will be announced next week.

Once we’ve received confirmation from all teachers on their CSPC-sponsored STEAM investments for their classrooms this

year ($14,400 was committed, we will be in a better position to confirm our surplus and where our principal and teachers

would recommend it be invested for our children’s overall learning success and spiritual and physical well being.

NOTICE: Planning Meeting at 6pm, 8 May, before by 7pm Parent Council All Are Welcome!

AGENDA: Preparing for SVDP Delegations at 16 May Board Meeting re Playground Project

At our April CSPC meeting, parent council agreed the SVDP will be delegating at the Thursday, 16 May, 7pm, Board

meeting (80 Sheppard Ave East) with regards to the need of board support and funds for our playground revitalization for our

children in support of their well being and academic success. A few delegations with parents and students in attendance

showing support is the plan. We will be discussing our strategy, and comparing content, for the delegations at 6pm on

Thursday, 8 May - prior to our 7pm, parent council meeting. All Are Welcome. We are aiming to have at least 20 parents and 10 students in attendance.

Click on this Doodle link to confirm your attendance at the Board meeting on 16 May. The meeting is at the board offices (80 Sheppard Ave East) at 7pm on 16 May - we should be there 1 hour tops, depending on

the number of presentations prior to delegations.

Please Take 5 Minutes & Share Your Community Building Ideas for 2019 - 2020

As we begin to looking ahead to planning for the 2019 – 2020 school year, the Parent Council would like your feedback on

how we can improve and diversity our community building events so that there’s something for everyone! To help us make

SVDP school an even better place for our students and families, we would ask if you could please take 5 minutes – The survey

can be accessed here and will close on 7 May. Many thanks!

Next Parent Council Meeting – Wednesday, 8 May, 7pm **Coffee & Refreshments Served**

The SVDP school CSPC will be going through the Board’s budget consultation survey at our Wednesday, 8 May, 7pm,

parent council meeting in order to submit a survey that reflects CSPC’s feedback. All Parents Are Welcome to participate!

In addition, all SVDP school parents are invited to complete their own individual surveys to reflect your personal priorities and

suggestions – no later than May 10th. Here is a link to the video that provides an overview of the budget and a link to the online

survey. Please also refer to the TCDSB website budget consultation page.

Parent Social, Thursday, 9 May, 7:30pm, Dumbo Snack Bar, 1704 Queen St West Spring has sprung, and the CSPC has organized a spring social for parents – a chance to see friends, and make new ones, over

some great local food and a glass of wine. A ticket gets you in the door, and includes 2 drink tickets and some appetizers.

Buying a pair of tickets in advance will save you $5!! It also helps us with the event planning.

ADVANCE TICKET PRICES : 1 ticket for $25 (+ 1% cash online fee); 2 tickets for $45 (+ 1% cash online fee)

CLICK HERE and purchase your tickets online through Cash Online.

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SCHOOL NEWS

CHESS TEAM

During the month of May, there is a focus on Mental Health Awareness and the Virtue of Compassion. Congratulations to the SVDP Chess team for representing our school so well at the Regional Chess tournament on Tuesday April 23rd. The students placed 2nd overall after winning 4 out of their 5 games. We wish them all the best as they move on to the City Finals on Friday May 10th at the CEC. Team members: Gr 7; Jack Mullins, Tonya Kurlova and Christian Hogan Gr 6; Jacob Devine and Basil Ulicki Gr 5; Dimitrius Dick, Roman Dinkha and Stefan Lukowski.

PARENT ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS AT ST. VINCENT DE PAUL May 15TH at 7:00PM in the – Gym – Growth Mindset Family Workshop All are welcome to the Growth Mindset Presentation which will teach families how having a Growth Mindset helps learning. Discussions will also include what stress is, how kids can identity stress and then teach everyone a few natural stress reducing and calming techniques. Its guaranteed to be fun, impactful and engaging workshop suitable for ages 4 to adults.

DANCE-A-THON

A sincere thank you to all parents volunteer to make the Dance-a-Thon a huge success. Students had a wonderful time. Thank you!

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LUNCH TIME Please note that only grade 7s and 8s are permitted to sign out on Thursdays for lunch. There have been many Gr. 6s signing out. This poses many safety concerns; we kindly ask that you please ensure school rules are respected. Thank you. GUIDANCE CORNER

During the month of May, there is a focus on Mental Health Awareness and the Virtue of Compassion. The first week of May is typically known as Children's Mental Health Awareness week. Take the time to help your child understand that talking about our feelings and getting help when something is bothering us, is the healthy way to approach fear, anxiety, worry or depression.

As we are still in the Season of Easter, we are called to be people of hope. Helping children develop a hopeful outlook on life, can foster resilience and coping during difficult times. Also, trying to understand another person's feelings and wanting to help them, can go a long way in responding compassionately to those who may need our friendship and support. Help your child develop positive coping strategies when facing difficult situations. I have included a parent fact sheet from the Canadian Psychological Association:

http://www.cpa.ca/docs/File/Publications/FactSheets/PsychologyWorksFactSheet_ParentingChallenge

s.pdf,

A link to parent resources from the Psychology Foundation of Canada: https://psychologyfoundation.org/Public/Parents/Content/Parents/Parents.aspx?hkey=eba1572a-bff7-41fc-b74a-dca79be49c2b. T

his article from Psychology Today magazine, offers insights into helping children develop compassion: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-power-prime/201407/5-ways-instill-compassion-in-your-children

In an effort to align with the Board Learning Improvement Plan and the mandate of implementing Creating Pathways to Success (2013), all grade 8 students will be completing an Exit Survey on

myBlueprint, as they work towards fulfilling the expectations of their Individual Pathways Plan (IPP).

Ask your child to show you their Individual Pathways Plan and become familiar with it, as the use of it

will continue in high school.

Take care and have a wonderful weekend, Jack Panozzo Elementary Guidance Counselor Teacher Area 5/6 St. Helen, St. Mary, St. Michael, St. Michael Choir, St. Anthony, St. Sebastian, Holy Rosary, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Pope Francis, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Francis of Assisi, Holy Family, St. Bruno/St. Raymond

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Monthly Update from the Board

May 2019

Important Information for Parents

Budget Consultation Ends May 10th

All parents, staff, students and stakeholders are reminded that the deadline for submitting completed

surveys is May 10th. To learn more about the budget, to complete the online survey, or download a pdf

copy of the survey, please visit: https://www.tcdsb.org/Budget-2019-2020

Reminder to Sign Up for School Messenger

New reporting system for student absences, as well as critical news and information including bus

cancellations, school closures, safety concerns etc. Sign up here https://go.schoolmessenger.com).

Sign Up for School Cash Online

This new cashless system offers parents the convenience of paying for school related fees online. Register

for School Cash Online by visiting tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com and selecting “Register”. Once

registered, you will receive an email notification when items become available for purchase online. For

more information about School Cash Online visit www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/schoolcashonline/

CSPC Executive Training Workshops - School By-Laws & CSPC Annual Year End Activity &

Financial Report

Date: May 13th, 2019 6 - 8pm

Catholic Education Centre, Quigley Hall, 1st Floor

Town Hall consultation sessions on the following TCDSB Policies:

S 10 - Catholic School Parent Councils

P 04 - Catholic Parent Involvement Committee

A 33 - Guidelines For Trustees, Parents and Staff In addressing School Related Concerns

May 13, 2019 5-6 pm and 8-9 pm https://www.tcdsb.org/CSPCTrainingWorkshop

Opportunities for Students

Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers Needed For 4th Annual Toronto Carnival Run

The Toronto Carnival is looking for volunteers who would like to help with the 4th Annual Toronto Carnival

Run taking place on Saturday July 27, 2019. This Caribbean inspired charity fun run is one of Toronto’s most

spirited runs.

The organization provides volunteer hours and reference letters if required and a yummy breakfast for all our

volunteers!

Students and staff are invited to consider supporting this event.

To register: http://torontocarnivalrun.com/volunteer

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Nurturing our Catholic Community

Catholic Education Week 2019 Living as Joyful Disciples / Vivre en disciples joyeux

May 5 - 10, 2019

https://www.tcdsb.org/catholiceducationweek

TCDSB Celebrates Respect for Life Week May 12-17, 2019

As a Catholic community, every week is Respect for Life Week as we work together to nurture and

empower our students and one another to stand up for those who are most vulnerable: the unborn, the

elderly, the sick, those with mental health issues, those who suffer poverty, injustice, violence, abuse and

who are marginalized in other ways. All life is sacred, and we are called to serve and to love one another. https://www.tcdsb.org/RespectForLifeWeek

Life in the Spirit Conference--"Refreshed & Renewed"

Free Admission

May 4-5, 2019 9 am - 4 pm St. Mary's Catholic Academy, 66 Dufferin Park Ave.

https://www.tcdsb.org/LifeInSpiritConference

We Belong Celebration Coming May 21st

Check out the many submissions received: https://www.tcdsb.org/WeBelongSubmissions

FaithTalk

Tune into Radio Maria during Catholic Education Week to hear Dante Alighieri student Marcia Dubsky

share her views on living her faith. Watch for our digital scrapbook with all the student submissions for

FaithTalk. https://www.tcdsb.org/RadioMaria

May Events and Observances:

May is Asian Canadian Heritage Month

This month acknowledges the long and rich history of Asian Canadians and their contributions to Canada.

It also provides an opportunity for Canadians across the country to reflect on and celebrate the

contributions of Asian Canadians to the growth and prosperity of Canada.

https://www.tcdsb.org/AsianCanadianHeritage

May is Also Speech, Language and Hearing Month

https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SpecialEducation/Speech/Speech,%20Language%20and%20He

aring%20Awareness%20Month/Pages/default.aspx

May 1 World Principals’ Day

May 3 Polish Heritage Day https://www.tcdsb.org/PolishCanadianHeritage

May 3 Board-wide Civvies Day in support of the Angel Foundation for Learning

https://angelfoundationforlearning.org/?page_id=6193

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May 4-5 St Demetrius hosts annual elementary swim meet https://www.tcdsb.org/SwimMeet

May 6-10 Festival of the Arts at Woodbine Centre https://www.tcdsb.org/FestivalOfTheArts

May 6 Intermediate W5H City Finals at Madonna Catholic Secondary School

May 8 Post 21 Transition Fair at Msgr Percy Johnson https://www.tcdsb.org/TransitionFair

May 16 Toronto Newcomer Day 11:30 am-3:30 pm at Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W

All Torontonians are invited to join us in welcoming newcomers in Toronto with activities and

entertainment at this showcase of Toronto’s diverse communities.

Information: Toronto Newcomer Day.

May 20 Victoria Day

May 27-31 Bike to School Week https://www.tcdsb.org/BikeToSchoolWeek

May 27-June 1 Digital Literacy Week https://www.tcdsb.org/DigitalLiteracyWeek

High School Athletics: Softball, Baseball, Rugby, Cricket and more.

https://www.tcdsb.org/Athletics

May Meetings: May 2 Student Achievement and Well-Being Committee

May 7 Governance and Policy Committee

May 9 Corporate Services Committee

May 13 Bylaws

May 13 Catholic Parent Involvement Committee

May 15 Board

May 28 Student Achievement and Well-Being

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