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2018 - 2019 Rooted in Christ: We Belong

Principal’s Message:

Welcome back OLW families to a new and exciting academic year: 2018-2019!

It’s great to see all of our students back from their summer breaks, refreshed

and ready to engage in many new and exciting learning experiences and events

that the school will be offering. I’d like to take this time to welcome back Mlle.

Katherine who will be overseeing the Grade 1/2 French Immersion class, as

well as welcoming several new staff this year, Monsieur Chen, who will be

overseeing components of the French Physical education and science programs.

This September will no doubt be a busy start for many of our students and

families, and the school would like to thank in advance everyone for supporting

our long awaited return to holding the Terry Fox Run to heighten cancer

awareness and to support of cancer research with every 82 cents raised going

directly towards cancer research. More information regarding this very

important fundraising initiative will be sent home with the students in early

September.

Communication regarding school agenda books for the students, the pizza,

submarine sandwich and Lunch Lady Programs (program cost, due dates and

timeframes) will also be sent home in hard copy with online payment options

via KEV School Cash for the first two lunch programs.

In light of the TCDSB’s new three year pastoral plan: “Rooted in Christ: we

Belong, we Believe, we Become, “much of what we do this year at Our Lady of

Wisdom Catholic School will be grounded in our Catholic faith with the

exploration and affirmation of students’ understanding of who they are, how

they belong and the role that they play in sustaining a larger community that is

welcoming and inclusive. Using Mother Mary and Pope Francis’ reflections on

the importance of devotion to Mary, May we draw inspiration from the message

that “We do not extinguish hope in their hearts; we do not stifle their

expectations of peace!” he said, and “may the Lord grant us to work in this new

year with generosity to create a more supportive and welcoming world.”

Wishing everyone a fantastic start to the new school year!

Sincerely, W. Kwon Principal

OUR LADY OF WISDOM CATHOLIC SCHOOL

10 Japonica Rd., Scarborough, ON M2R 4R7

Telephone: 416-393-5273 Fax: 416-393-5434

W. Kwon

PRINCIPAL

P. Aguiar, 416-222-8282, EXT 2267

SUPERINTENDENT

M. Del Grande, 416-222-8282, EXT 3407

TRUSTEE

Annunciation Parish, 416-445-1760

3 Combermere Dr, North York, M3A 2W4

PARISH

M. Prezens, [email protected]

CSPC CHAIR

www.tcdsb.org/cpic

CPIC (PARENT ENGAGEMENT - TCDSB)

www.tcdsb.org/oapce-toronto

OAPCE TORONTO (PROVINCIAL VOICE FOR PARENTS)

397 9 am-3:30 pm 11:45-12:45

ENROLLMENTHOURS OF OPERATION LUNCH HOUR

NEW REGISTRANTS WELCOME

Apply online: soar.tcdsb.org

Call 416-393Your sch number here or the TCDSB Admissions Department at 416-222-8282, ext. 5320.

For general information about the Toronto Catholic District School Board, visit www.tcdsb.org

Stay in touch with the latest news throughout the school year: Follow @TCDSB on Twitter or Toronto Catholic DSB on Instagram

SEPTEMBER 2018

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Standardized School Hours for 2018-2019:

Start of School Day: 9 a.m.

Morning Recess: 10:42 a.m. to 10:57 a.m.

Lunch Hour: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Afternoon Recess: 21:10 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.

Dismissal: 3:30 p.m.

Safe School Arrivals for 2018-2019:

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 to receive a late slip.

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 and/or by contacting the school secretary, Ms.

Pagnello.

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, children are not permitted to leave the school property for lunch, unless they are expressly

supervised by parent(s)/guardian(s).

PIZZA LUNCH:

Pizza lunch will begin on Tuesday, October 2nd and run until Dec. 18th at a cost of $2.50 per slice. Forms will be

distributed during the first week of school and are due on Wed. Sept. 19, 2018. The preferred method of payment for

the OLW School Pizza Lunch program is online payment through KEV School cash at

https://tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com/.

https://tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com/


However, you may pay by “EXACT” cash or cheque, made payable to Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School.

Please, SEND ONE CHEQUE FOR EACH STUDENT ORDER, DO NOT SEND ONE CHEQUE PER FAMILY as this

sometimes causes problems with some students not receiving their order. PLEASE SEND EXACT CHANGE. Note:

NSF cheques will automatically cancel your child’s pizza order.

LUNCH LADY:

The process for ordering this lunch program is the same as last year. Lunch Lady orders will be completed and processed

online instead of by using a paper form. A Hard copy of this new procedure and other pertinent information will be sent

home on the first day of school. The program will begin Sept. 10, 2018.

SUBWAY LUNCH:

Six Inch Submarine sandwich lunch will begin on Wednesday, September 26th and run until Dec. 19th at a cost of $4 per

sandwich (Either Turkey, Ham and Cheese, Veggie and Cheese or Roast Beef). Forms will be distributed during the first

week of school and are due on Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. The preferred method of payment for the OLW School Sub

Lunch program is online payment through KEV School cash at https://tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com/.



sometimes causes problems with some students not receiving their order. PLEASE SEND EXACT CHANGE. Note:

NSF cheques will automatically cancel your child’s sub lunch order.

STUDENT AGENDAS:

We will continue to use student agendas. The cost for each Agenda is $8. A letter/order form will be sent home on the

first day of school. We highly recommend the use of the Agenda as a valuable communication tool between school and

home. Please take some time to review the contents in the opening pages. They include policies, procedures, a “Revised”

Acceptable Use/Internet Agreement (to be signed by both parent and students) and Our Lady of Wisdom’s Code of

Conduct information, as well as the school’s Progressive Discipline Plan. Please check with your child’s homeroom

teacher to determine if other methods of communication exist as options, i.e., teacher maintained websites, Google

Classroom, Class Dojo, Remind, etc…

The preferred method of payment for the OLW Student Agenda is online payment through KEV School cash at

https://tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com/.



sometimes causes problems with some students not receiving their order. PLEASE SEND EXACT CHANGE.

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.

APPROPRIATE 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. The bell rings at 9 a.m. Please ensure that your child is dropped off no earlier than 8:30 a.m. Parents

should be aware that the supervision of the children remains their responsibility before and after school. Kindly

note: There is NO SUPERVISION in the school yard before 8:30 a.m. and after 3:45 p.m. Supervision in our school

yard begins at 8:30 a.m.

CELL PHONES:

The school understands the need for some students, specifically in the older junior and intermediate grades to bring a

cellphone device to school, as some students may have alternative methods of getting to school, i.e., by public transit, school

bus, walking, etc…. This being the case, we do understand and respect that students may need to communicate with their

parents upon arrival at school and after dismissal. However, the use of cell phones is NOT permitted throughout the school

day, and the expectation is that cellphones are put on silent mode and stowed away, out of sight. If a student needs to make

a phone call, they may ask a trusted adult staff member to use the phones in the main office. Thank you for your assistance

in this matter.


HANDS ON EXOTIC ANIMALS FASCINATE!

Year 1, Year 2 and Grade 1 students from Mlle. Camellia’s, Mlle. Gamuso’s, Mlle. Tymkewycz’s and Mme. Makar’s

classes immensely enjoyed the Hands-On Exotic Animals workshops, eagerly awaiting to meet many of the new and

interesting creatures which arrived at Wisdom on Monday, June 25th. The gym truly did become an “immersive learning

environment” in which the students had many opportunities to interact with the animals and presenters to learn more

about “basic animal biology, feeding habits, habitats and ecosystems, and conservation issues.” Students had the chance to

also “touch and hold a variety of exotic animals in a safe and controlled environment.” There was much new learning that

resulted and the start of an appreciation for animal needs and responsible stewardship of all of God’s creatures.


SWIM TO SURVIVE PROGRAM:

In partnership with the TCDSB’s Health/Physical/Outdoor Education/ Religious Ed/Family Life

departments, during the month of June, the Grade 4 class of Mlle. O visited the Agincourt

Recreation Centre to take part in an important potentially lifesaving program overseen by the

Royal Canadian Lifesaving Society, known as “Swim to Survive.” The main premise of the

program is to teach students how to survive “an unexpected fall into deep water.” Under the

direction of qualified swim instructors/lifeguards, Students learn practical skills, such as, how to

“roll into deep water, tread water for one minute,” and Swim a distance of 50 meters.




CURRICULUM NIGHT:

Curriculum Night is scheduled for Monday, October 1st, 2018 from 6 p.m-7:30 p.m. We encourage parents to attend,

and we look forward to meeting everyone. During curriculum night, parents will have every opportunity to meet

their child’s teacher, visit their child’s respective classroom and learn more about our school’s programs of study.

Details will follow. Please note that restructuring of classes can take place until September 30th. At this point in time, please

be aware that some changes may occur. Any changes will be communicated to parents in a timely manner.

2018-2019 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:

NUMBER OF SCHOOL DAYS: 194

Labour Day (no class) September 3, 2018

School Starts September 4, 2018

P.A. Day (No class) October 5, 2018

Thanksgiving (no class) October 8, 2018

P.A. Day/Parent-Teacher Conferences November 16, 2018

P.A. Day December 7, 2018

Christmas Break December 24, 2018 to

January 4, 2019

P.A. Day (no class) January 18, 2019

P.A. Day/Parent-Teacher Conferences February 16, 2018

Family Day February 18, 2019

Mid-Winter Break

March 11–15, 2019

Good Friday

April 19, 2019

Easter Monday

April 22, 2019

Victoria Day

May 20, 2019

P.A. Day (no class) June 7, 2019

Last day of classes

June 27, 2019

P.A. Day (no class) June 28, 2019


TRAFFIC PROTOCOL

To start off the school year with all students’ safety at the forefront, we need to ask for your increased vigilance with all of

our surrounding roads. We ask for your additional attention to the safety of our students, specifically in the areas in front

of our school. We need everyone’s help to work for the safety of all our children.

We have an ongoing concern with traffic congestion in front of the school during student drop-off and pick-up times. The

disorderly flow of traffic can jeopardize the safety of students and all pedestrians.

PLEASE HELP US HELP OUR CHILDREN:

1. During morning and afternoon peak times, follow the directions on the map illustrated below for approaching and

leaving the school area;

Use White Abbey Park to approach Japonica Rd.

Use Crosland Drive to leave the area.

Use the loop/cul-de-sac on White Abbey Park and wait in any of the spots where parking is allowed (maximum 30

Minutes). Use these roads in the direction indicated on the map.

2. The area in front of the main door of the school cannot be used as a drop-off OR a pick-up area. It is a school bus

loading zone! Please observe the Bus zone signs from pole to pole. There are two signs which indicate the exact

area of the bus loading zone!

3. The staff parking lot is NOT to be used to drop off or pick-up our child(ren).

4. Do not stop on the south side of Japonica Rd. It is a no stopping zone.

It is unsafe for our children to run across the road.

5. The newly paved passage way to the west of the school near the new addition is an emergency Fire Access route. Pick

up and drop off and Parking are strictly forbidden and any cars in the area will be ticketed and towed at the owner’s

expense. Parents can access the kindergarten area at the north end from the main school grounds in order to drop off and

pick up their children.

Have a meeting place a short walking distance away, established in advance so your child knows where to look for you.

Please, do not double park, block residents’ driveways OR park in the staff parking lot before school or after

school. NB: Please be advised that there is AMPLE PARKING on Crosland Dr. and Alice Crescent.

As members of the Our Lady of Wisdom community, please feel free to report dangerous situations directly to the Toronto Police services using the

following link, as this allows for the issue to be dealt with legally. https://www.torontopolice.on.ca/core/driving_complaint.php

https://www.torontopolice.on.ca/core/driving_complaint.php


GRADE 8 GRADUATION AND MONTREAL EXCURSION 2018

lt is with many fond memories and teeming amounts of pride that we wish all of our graduating grade 8 class of 2018 a

smooth transition as they get ready to begin their studies in their chosen secondary schools. Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic

School is confident that our students are ready to meet the challenges of high school life, make informed decisions and excel

in their studies, having been immersed in a caring French Immersion environment rooted in love for another and actions

made through the lens of social justice. We wish them much success this year.

Furthermore, the grade 8 students really enjoyed themselves during their three day cultural tour in Montreal, as they took

in the sights and sounds of Old and New Montreal, the Montreal Science Centre, St. Joseph Cathedral and Notre Dame,

Pointe-à-Callière Archaeological Site, and the Cosmodome. We anticipate that there will be many more exciting learning

and leadership opportunities throughout their time in secondary school.


VIRTUES OF THE MONTH

We would like to recognize all of the children and their exemplary modelling of the June 2018 virtue of Faithfulness this

last month of school. Congratulations to the following students:

Mlle. Camellia JK/SK: M. Jean (Gr. 2)

William Dyer Gabrielle Paguirigan

Lukas Kaszap Simon Mathieu Matta

Maya Chichioco

Christina Horani Mme. Thokoly (Gr. 3):

Mlle. Gamuso JK/SK: Kalia Butler

Ethan Salvador Kristal Elgohary

Evelyn Chackery Joseph Lopez

Mlle. Tymkewycz JK/SK: Kristina Pellos

Ella Starnes Mme. Mari Berje (Gr. 3): Gabriel Hendrickson-Darroux Victoria Hayes

Sarah- Jane Cervantes Fugon Marina Kelakis

Michael Navarro

Skylar Blanco

Mlle. O (Gr. 4): Mme. Yeung SK/1:

Sierra Cameron

Caleb Vitug Markus Mosqueda

Joshua Pallotta

Mme. Makar (Gr. 1):

Mark Antony Abdel-Mesih Mlle. Caroline/Mlle. Ongpin (Gr. 5/6):

Mark Beshara

Juliano Velocci

M. Justin (Gr. 1/2):

Stella Valiquet Mrs. Robertson (Gr. 5/6):

Mateo Torres-Hirdaramani

Andrea Pantaleo

Mme. Suzan (Gr. 2): Marcus Georgey

Joshua Morgan

Reem Shehaiber Terrell Diep

Lauren Rix

Danna Lopez Mme. Bangala (Gr. 5/6):

Tristan Ketelers Ricardo Wills

Victor Zhong

Mrs. Nardozi (Gr. 7/8): Chris Polo

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

Kiara Elgohary

Maria Yiannacouras Eleazar Reyes


AGM/(CSPC) ELECTIONS

The Annual General Meeting/CSPC Elections is scheduled for Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 6:30

pm. The elections for the CSPC Council will be held at this time. Anyone interested in becoming a member

of the CSPC Council, whether in one of the Executive positions or as a Member at Large, is invited to complete a self-

nomination form or have another parent complete a nomination form. Please contact the main office if you would like a

nomination form. They can also be downloaded electronically at

https://www.tcdsb.org/schools/ourladyofwisdom/ForParents/CSAC/Pages/Nomination-Forms.aspx For any questions

relating to the election or request for a nomination form, please contact [email protected].

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Please consider the following volunteer opportunities to become more involved in your child’s school community:

Hot Lunch – Some aspects of the lunch programs are very time and labour intensive. Our school needs a dedicated group

of volunteers that can share the workload.

Special Events – assist with events at school, such as Shrove Tuesday breakfast, Winter Carnaval, French Café, and Play

Day, Community BBQ’s, Family Math Nights, fundraisers, just to name a few opportunities.

Peer Tutoring Learning Program – supervise students involved in reading recovery program; 45 minutes/two mornings

each week for 8 weeks; ability to speak French would be beneficial. Volunteer applications and board mandated criminal

background checks can be obtained from the office.

Toronto Catholic District School Board Catholic Parent Involvement Committee (CPIC)

Elections for 2018-2019 CPIC is a provincially mandated and funded committee that supports student academic achievement

through increased parent involvement. CPIC is a parent-led committee of volunteers who work locally and centrally to engage parents

more fully in Catholic education.

In order to be qualified to stand for election as a Parent Representative or as a Parent Member: At-Large, in accordance with

Ontario Regulation 612/00 Subsection 34(2), the candidate must be a parent of a student enrolled in any TCDSB school as of the date

of the election. CPIC meets once per month at the Catholic Education Centre at 7:00 p.m.

Consider running, or nominating someone you think would be a strong voice for parents. Nomination forms are available at all

TCDSB school offices. Please forward completed nominations forms to the CEC: Manuela Sequeira by September 22, 2018.

Elections for Parent Members: Ward Representatives

Ward Number of Parent Representatives Location Time

7:00 p.m.

Elections for Parent Members: At-Large (4)

Ward Total Number of Representatives on

CPIC Location Time

Any Ward 4 Monday, October 15th, 2018 7:00 p.m.

https://www.tcdsb.org/schools/ourladyofwisdom/ForParents/CSAC/Pages/Nomination-Forms.aspx



The Terry Fox Run is coming to OLW in September… Stay Tuned. The fundraising event will

take place on Thursday, September 27, 2018. Information regarding pledges and the event will

go home the first week of school.

Election of two parent representatives in each of Wards 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 is scheduled for October 3, 2018.

Election of parent representatives for vacant seats in Wards 6 and 10 will be held October 2nd.

Election of Members at Large takes place Monday, October 15, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Rory McGuckin, Director of Education 80 Sheppard Ave. E., Toronto, ON· Website: www.tcdsb.org

TRUSTEES 2018 – 2019

Wards

1. Joseph Martino 5. Maria Rizzo, Vice Chair 9. Jo-Ann Davis

2. Ann Andrachuk 6. Frank D’Amico 10. Barbara Poplawski, Chair

3. Sal Piccininni 7. Michael Del Grande 11. Angela Kennedy

4. Patrizia Bottoni 8. Garry Tanuan 12. Nancy Crawford


Catholic Parent Involvement Committee Elections Be a voice for Catholic parents.

Support parent engagement in TCDSB Schools.

For detailed information including election locations, see

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/ParentInvolvement/CPICElections/Pages/default.aspx

CPIC is a provincially mandated and funded committee that supports student academic

achievement through increased parent involvement. CPIC is a parent-led committee of volunteers

who work locally and centrally to engage parents more fully in Catholic education. CPIC

members provide information and advice on parent engagement to the school board, create

initiatives that promote and facilitate parent engagement, and educate parents to support them in

their children’s learning at home and/or at school. Consider running, or nominating someone you

think would be a strong voice for parents.

Nomination forms are available at all TCDSB school offices. Please forward completed

nominations forms to the CEC: Manuela Sequeira, by September 22, 2018.Nomination forms are

available at all TCDSB school offices.

Municipal Elections - NOTE BEFORE YOU VOTE

All are reminded before the next Municipal Election on October 22, 2018, including the election

of Catholic school trustees, to check your school support on your latest property tax bill to ensure

that you are registered as a Catholic school support. TCDSB’s assessment department can assist

with any questions:

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/Assessment/Pages/default.aspx

For more information about the election, see:

https://www.tcdsb.org/board/trusteesoftheboard/pages/municipal-elections.aspx

New Trustee Ward Boundaries for 2018 Municipal Election The Toronto Catholic District School Board at a Special Board Meeting on August 8, 2018 approved the establishment of

new Trustee Ward boundaries for the upcoming Municipal Elections on October 22, 2018. This was done to comply with

new legislation passed by the Government of Ontario to reduce the number of Toronto City Council seats from 47 to 25 by

aligning ward boundaries with current provincial and federal ridings which included a directive to redistribute TCDSB

Trustee Ward boundaries. Existing Trustee Wards, including the local Catholic schools they represent, remain unchanged

and the new boundaries DO NOT come into effect until December 1, 2018. For a map of the new boundaries visit:

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/TrusteesoftheBoard/Documents/180813_Board_Approved_Realignment_WithStreets.pdf

For more information about the new boundaries, including the Board report on the realignment of trustee wards to the new

25 City of Toronto ward boundaries, visit: https://www.tcdsb.org/board/trusteesoftheboard/pages/new-trustee-ward-

boundaries.aspx





https://www.tcdsb.org/board/trusteesoftheboard/pages/new-trustee-ward-boundaries.aspx



OLW PLAY DAY 2018

Play Day 2018 was a veritable blast for all of our students from our youngest Year 1 and 2 students to it Grade 7 and 8 leaders. Thank you to the Play Day committee for organizing and planning this happy event. A beautiful, sunny June day provided the perfect conditions for students to try their luck at a variety of fun and physically challenging activities, such as, speed Tic-Tac-To, water bucket full challenge, bowling, hula hoop race, ping pong ball in spoon race, parachute activity amongst other fun activities. Students enjoyed a cold freezie to end their activity circuit. Until Play Day 2019!


OLW ECO TEAM’S BATTERY DRIVE

Mlle. Falsetti and Our Lady of Wisdom’s Eco club led a battery drive, aligned with Me to We’s

global mission. Students called the charge by making morning announcements to introduce

students to this worthwhile campaign and collecting used batteries. The initiative effectively

helps to “provide life-saving treatments to children in Kenya, while ensuring batteries are kept

out of Canadian landfills,” addressing global zinc deficiency. OLW applauds the eco team’s

continued commitment to actively being responsible stewards.


CANADA SPIRIT DAY 2018

On June 28th, adorned in red and white, waving flags and beaming with pride for our great

nation, our youngest to oldest OLW students took some time out during a hectic final week of

school in June to reflect on and appreciate just what makes living in Canada singularly fantastic,

evident in our diversity and our love for another. Therefore, what a meaningful way to end the

year with song and celebration with our youngest Year 1 and Year 2 students leading the charge

with a beautiful rendition of the song, “Change My Heart Oh God.” May God continue to bless

our great nation for many years to come!

The Forest of Reading/La Forêt De La Lecture 2018-2019 Our much loved Forest of Reading Program is coming soon with registration taking place on October 1st, 2018 and

author nominees announced on October 15, 2018. Students in the primary, junior and intermediate grades will have

the chance to enjoy this year’s rich list of author contributors in a variety of series.

“The Forest of Reading® is Canada's largest recreational reading program! This initiative of the Ontario Library

Association (OLA) offers eight reading programs to encourage a love of reading in people of all ages. The Forest

helps celebrate Canadian books, publishers, authors and illustrators. More than 250,000 readers participate

annually from their School and/or Public Library. All Ontarians/Canadians are invited to participate via their local

public library, school library, or individually.

Goals of the Forest of Reading

To develop recognition for Canadian authors and Canadian books

To contribute to the financial stability of the Canadian publishing industry

To provide teachers, teacher-librarians, librarians, library staff and parents with a meaningful tool for

improving literacy in schools and libraries

To respond to community interest and needs”

Excerpt of program goals from website:

http://www.accessola.org/web/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_Forest/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_

Forest.aspx?hkey=1eb8d37c-613b-4111-a940-d1eee01979ed

http://www.accessola.org/web/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_Forest/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_Forest.aspx?hkey=1eb8d37c-613b-4111-a940-d1eee01979ed

http://www.accessola.org/web/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_Forest/OLA/Forest_of_Reading/About_the_Forest.aspx?hkey=1eb8d37c-613b-4111-a940-d1eee01979ed


ANNUNCIATION PARISH SACRAMENTAL REGISTRATION and Masses 2018-2019


Attached is the updated schedule for this upcoming school year. Please note that the Confirmation Ceremony

Date has changed to Tuesday May 7th 2019 in order to accommodate Bishop Nguyen’s availability.

OLW HEALTHY SNACK PROGRAM

In conjunction with the non-profit Angel Foundation at the TCDSB, please continue to support Our Lady of Wisdom

Catholic School’s universal nutrition and healthy snack program. The program will continue for the academic year, 2018-

2019 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 will be 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.

We ask that in order to sustain the program and keep it running efficiently that the parent community contributes a modest

donation of $10 or more to contribute towards the program. For donations of $20 or more, donor tax receipts will be made

directly by the Angel Foundation for Learning. Donations for the program can be sent to the main office via your child’s

homeroom teacher. The program accepts all cash and cheque donations made payable to “Our Lady of Wisdom

Catholic School Nutrition Program.” Thank you for your generosity. The well-being of our students is always our top

priority. We are confident that the program will serve the nutritional needs of our diverse student population well, and the

program will take into account the health and safety of all.

SPECIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT THE TCDSB

As part of the TCDSB’s goal of Fostering Student Achievement and Well Being, the Special Services

department endeavours to support our special education students in achieving academic excellence and

meeting the Ontario Catholic Graduate School Expectations. The department offers a variety of supports to

students based on their need(s) and/or identification(s). For further information please visit the Special

Services department link: https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SpecialEducation/Pages/default.aspx

Parents/caregivers are reminded that if they require support in accessing the Special Services department link,

they may ask the school principal for assistance. Alternately, for families who require access to a computer to

visit the site, they may access an electronic device through the Toronto Public Library.

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, tree nut products, sesame seeds, eggs, seafood 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

https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SpecialEducation/Pages/default.aspx


have written signed authorization signed by you the parents and the prescribing physician. The forms to dispense

any medication may be updated on a regular basis and are available from the principal. Please send back the forms

for the administration of medication as soon as possible. Please be advised that staff will NOT dispense non-

prescription medication to students. Should you require additional information or have any questions about this

protocol please contact the school principal. We kindly ask that parents refrain from sending foods containing

nuts to the school. Please do not send edible treats in for birthdays, a small token (pencils, or stickers) would

suffice.

IMPORTANT: If your child requires an EPI-PEN for anaphylactic emergencies THEY MUST WEAR one on

them AT ALL TIMES. Please supply an additional EPI-PEN for safe keeping in the office. We also

STRONGLY recommend ensuring that your child wear a medical alert bracelet to indicate ALL allergy or other

serious medical conditions they may have. The Office Requires an updated photo of your child, as well as, a

current signed consent form for the administration of oral and/or injection medication. These forms are

available in the main office. Please speak with the secretary or principal.

TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s):

RE: STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE

THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD DOES NOT PROVIDE ACCIDENT

INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR STUDENT INJURIES THAT OCCUR ON SCHOOL PREMISES OR

DURING SCHOOL ACTIVITIES. ACCIDENTS CAN AND DO HAPPEN. SOME INJURIES INCUR

MEDICAL, DENTAL OR OTHER EXPENSES THAT ARE NOT COVERED BY PROVINCIAL

HEALTH CARE OR EMPLOYER GROUP PLANS. AS A PARENT OR GUARDIAN, YOU BECOME

RESPONSIBLE FOR THESE EXPENSES.

We do make available the insuremykids® Protection Plan for students through Reliable Life Insurance Company. Participation in such

a programme is voluntary and the costs are to be paid by the parent or guardian.

This programme offers a variety of plans and benefits at affordable rates. Benefits included are:

dental expenses (resulting from an accident)

total and permanent disability

paralysis/loss of use

special disability benefits

death benefits.

If your child is not covered by your employer’s plan for medical/dental accident benefits not paid by OHIP, Reliable Life

offers a plan tailored to your needs. Plan rates vary from $13.00 to $33.00 per child. All rates are one-time annual

premiums. Family rates for 3 or more children are also offered.

If you wish to subscribe you may apply 24/7 directly at:

www.insuremykids.com

Any questions should be directed to Reliable Life Insurance Company toll free at:

1-800-463-KIDS (5437).

Student Accident Insurance is especially valuable for today’s active children.

http://www.insuremykids.com/


CANADA 150- CITY OF TORONTO LEGACY TREE PLANTING AT OUR LADY OF WISDOM

CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Celia Johnstone, Master of Forest Conservation and Tree Canada Community Adviser has

shared some fantastic news with the school, just prior to the end of the 2018-2019 academic

year. Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School has been selected to participate in the Canada

150-City of Toronto Legacy Tree Planting project. OLW will be receiving a commemorative

sugar maple tree this fall, along with a distinct commemorative plaque. The school is

extremely honoured and excited to receive this gift of nature, which I’ve been told will

provide a massive canopy, natural shade, enhance existing ecosystems and serve as a symbol

of beauty for many years to come. The school is in the midst of preparing for this Legacy

event which is tentatively set for late fall towards the end of November. This tree planting

celebration will include students and staff of the school, members of the local community

including trustees and members of city council and the local media. Students will give a

short presentation, which may consist of verbal or visual pieces on the environmental, social

and economic benefits of trees, or a piece on Canada’s 150 year history or another relevant

piece to celebrate the event. OLW is looking forward to receiving this beautiful gift, as the

start of new enduring legacy.


UPCOMING CN RAIL SAFETY PRESENTATION 2018-2019

Richard DiBiase, the Community Services Officer for the CN Police Service will be visiting

Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic School on Friday, September 28th as part of Railway Safety

Week in Canada and the U.S to offer presentations for JK to Grade 8 with the following

overarching goal is mind:

“Each time you cross a railroad track irresponsibly there is a potential danger. At CN, we look

out for each other, and by everyone looking out for others in their communities, we can help

keep them safe. Our ultimate goal is to bring railroad crossing/trespassing accidents down to

zero. Together we can save lives.

CROSSING AND TRESPASSING ACCIDENTS ARE PREVENTABLE”

www.cn.ca

http://www.cn.ca/



ÉPELLE-MOI CANADA 2018-2019:

“In partnership with Spelling Bee of Canada, Épelle-Moi Canada is an educational program

aimed at the Promotion and Valorization of the French language among young people across

Canada.”

At the school level, the teaching staff who comprise the Épelle-Moi Canada selection and

training committee at Our Lady of Wisdom will be recruiting prospective members for this

year’s team and preparing for the school wide competition in September 2018. More

information regarding this extra-curricular event will be communicated at a later date. Official

registrations will start again at the end of September 2018.

CURRICULUM CORNER:

French Specialty Science teacher, Monsieur Bruno facilitated further student exploration into how forces affect

structures and mechanisms, in this case by constructing and testing a unique Roman arch constructed out of

watermelon rinds. Grade 6 students initiated a blastoff of their own by test launching a variety of bottle rockets

sur “le gazon” as they wrapped up a unit on Flight.


MATH PROBLEMS OF THE WEEK: ( WWW.MATHCOUNTS.ORG )

1) HAPPY LEFT HANDERS DAY!

A) International Left Handers Day is celebrated each year in August. If the ratio of the number of days of

the month before International Left Handers Day to the number of days of the month after it is 2:3, on

what date in August is this special day observed?

B) Lucy typed a list of all the words she could type using only her left hand, while Ricky typed a list of all

the words he could type using only his right hand. Their lists had a combined total of 1632 words, but

Lucy’s list contained four times as many words as Ricky’s list contained. How many more words did

Lucy type than Ricky?

2) SUMMER FUNDS

Fiona has two part-time jobs during her summer vacation. She works part-time as a counselor at a local day

camp, and she has another part-time job as a life-guard at the community swimming pool. Fiona works a

combined total of 40 hours every week between the two jobs.

The first week working both jobs it rained all but one day, so three-fourths of the hours she worked that week

were at the day camp. How many hours did Fiona work at the pool the first week?

GRADE 3 EXCURSION TO ZION HOUSE

Mme, Mari Berje’s and Mme. Thokoly’s Grade 3 classes had the opportunity to take part in excursions to the

Historic Zion Schoolhouse on June 11th and June 19th respectively.

The students marveled at the chance to participate in a typical 1910 school day of the Edwardian era through

role-playing.

http://www.mathcounts.org/


Our Lady of Wisdom CES Calendar of Events September

2018

Rooted in Christ: We Belong Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Ukranian

Heritage

Month

1

Day of

Prayer for

Care of

God’s

Creation

Virtue of the

Month is

Hospitality

2

Treat

3 Labour Day 4 5

6 7 8

School Begins

Birth of the Blessed Virgin

Mary

International

Literacy Day

9 10 11 12 13 Lunch Lady 14 15

Grandparent’s Day

Lunch Lady Begins

School

Assembly at 1

pm

Subway lunch

orders due

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Lunch Lady

OLW CSPC

AGM/

Elections 6:30

pm

Pizza order due

Fire Drill

Lunch Lady

We Family Day

and We Day at

Scotiabank

Arena

23 24 25 26

27 28

Gr

29

Lunch Lady

Ultimate Frisbee begins

Ultimate Frisbee

School Mass at

9:45 am

Subway lunch

program starts

Lunch Lady

Ultimate Frisbee

Terry Fox Run

CN Rail Safety

Presentation

30

Note:


.


Monthly Update from the Board

September 2018

September’s Virtue is Hospitality

Catholic Parent Involvement Committee Elections Be a voice for Catholic parents.

Support parent engagement in TCDSB Schools.

Election of two parent representatives in each of Wards 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 is scheduled for October 3, 2018.

Election of parent representatives for vacant seats in Wards 6 and 10 will be held October 2nd.

Election of Members at Large takes place Monday, October 15, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

For detailed information including election locations, see


CPIC is a provincially mandated and funded committee that supports student academic achievement through increased

parent involvement. CPIC is a parent-led committee of volunteers who work locally and centrally to engage parents more

fully in Catholic education. CPIC members provide information and advice on parent engagement to the school board,

create initiatives that promote and facilitate parent engagement, and educate parents to support them in their children’s

learning at home and/or at school. Consider running, or nominating someone you think would be a strong voice for parents.

Nomination forms are available at all TCDSB school offices. Please forward completed nominations forms to the CEC:

Manuela Sequeira, by September 22, 2018.Nomination forms are available at all TCDSB school offices.

Municipal Elections - NOTE BEFORE YOU VOTE All are reminded before the next Municipal Election on October 22, 2018, including the election of Catholic school trustees,

to check your school support on your latest property tax bill to ensure that you are registered as a Catholic school support.

TCDSB’s assessment department can assist with any questions:


For more information about the election, see:


New Trustee Ward Boundaries for 2018 Municipal Election The Toronto Catholic District School Board at a Special Board Meeting on August 8, 2018 approved the establishment of

new Trustee Ward boundaries for the upcoming Municipal Elections on October 22, 2018. This was done to comply with

new legislation passed by the Government of Ontario to reduce the number of Toronto City Council seats from 47 to 25 by

aligning ward boundaries with current provincial and federal ridings which included a directive to redistribute TCDSB

Trustee Ward boundaries. Existing Trustee Wards, including the local Catholic schools they represent, remain unchanged

and the new boundaries DO NOT come into effect until December 1, 2018. For a map of the new boundaries visit:


For more information about the new boundaries, including the Board report on the realignment of trustee wards to the new

25 City of Toronto ward boundaries, visit: https://www.tcdsb.org/board/trusteesoftheboard/pages/new-trustee-ward-

boundaries.aspx








Important Reminder About Liability Insurance All parents are reminded to consider checking the adequacy of their liability insurance through their homeowners’/tenants’

insurance policy to cover claims arising out of injuries caused by their child at school. Student Accident Insurance

application forms are forwarded to schools for distribution, and can also be purchased on-line at www.insuremykids.com.

TCDSB’s Risk Management continues to strongly promote this product as an inexpensive form of dental, disability and life

insurance.

Register Now: School Cash Online Parents/guardians are reminded to create their School Cash Online profile, in order to receive updates and information on

upcoming school activities, including pizza lunches, civvies days, field trips, and much more. Paying through School Cash

Online offers a safe and convenient payment option that eliminates the need to send cash or cheques to school. For more

information and to create your account visit www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/schoolcashonline

Bus Transportation Information and Updates Communications with parents regarding bus transportation for students is a priority. In order to stay informed, parents are

encouraged to register on the Toronto Student Transportation Group (TSTG) portal today by visiting

www.torontoschoolbus.org. This portal provides TCDSB parents with online access to their children’s transportation

information and up to the minute email notifications regarding school bus cancellations or delays. If you have any issues

signing up on the portal, please contact [email protected] and staff will assist you with the registration of your

account.

September’s Virtue is Hospitality This is a perfect way to kick start our year focusing on “we Belong” as we open our classrooms, schools, offices and

ourselves to making everyone feel welcome.

The virtue calendar for the month is attached for your reference, but please note that all resources for the month of

September, and for the monthly virtues throughout the year can be found on our website at

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/VirtueoftheMonth/Pages/Default.aspx

Welcome to the 2018-2019 school year as we launch our new pastoral plan: “Rooted in

Christ: we Belong, we Believe, we Become”

Inspired by St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians: “Live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established

in the faith..abounding in thanksgiving.”

Learn more about our new pastoral plan:

Watch the Launch of the Pastoral Plan May 9, 2018

Pastoral Plan Prayer

We Belong to God—Pastoral Plan Song

An Overview of the Plan

Discussion Topics focusing on the first year of our plan--“we Belong”

View the artwork for our new pastoral plan

See photo highlights from the launch of our new Pastoral Plan

During the first year of the plan, we focus in depth on the concept of belonging. Students and staff are invited to explore

how “we Belong” to our school community (or place of work), to our family, to our parish and to our world. We are also

http://www.insuremykids.com/

http://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/schoolcashonline

http://www.torontoschoolbus.org/


https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/VirtueoftheMonth/Pages/Default.aspx

https://youtu.be/acYmg1fJ_bg

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/rooted-in-christ/Pages/pastoral-plan-prayer.aspx

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/rooted-in-christ/Pages/we-belong-to-god.aspx

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/rooted-in-christ/Pages/overview-of-the-plan.aspx

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeR5EgE6wNDXYyhdFdx8DGvoXD3TwurWbOi8hWu0f4iE9-A2w/viewform

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/rooted-in-christ/Pages/pastoral-plan-artwork.aspx

https://www.tcdsb.org/board/nurturingourcatholiccommunity/news/2017-2018/pages/new-pastoral-plan.aspx


invited to consider what we can do to ensure that everyone around us feels a sense of belonging—our students, our parent

communities, our staff, our pastors and other members of our local parishes.

Throughout the year, share your stories on Instagram and twitter using the hashtag #TCDSBweBelong

Open Houses Students in grade 8 and their families are reminded that TCDSB secondary schools are hosting open houses this fall—a

great way to meet staff and students, check out the school facilities and learn about the programs and services being offered.

Complete schedule is online: https://www.tcdsb.org/school/OpenHouses/Pages/default.aspx

Integrated International Language Program Surveys In July 2018 the Board unanimously approved the preservation of the existing International Language Programs in 44

TCDSB schools. In accordance with the Board approved motion, all elementary schools will be surveyed to determine

their interest in providing a new International Language program at their school in future years. Surveys will be conducted

in all schools starting November 18 and completed by January 2019. More information to come.

Important Dates to Note for September: September is Ukrainian Heritage Month

https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/Ukrainian-Canadian-Heritage-Month/Pages/default.aspx

September 1—Day of Prayer for Care of God’s Creation September 8--International Literacy Day

September 9--Grandparent’s Day

September 20--WE Day Family September 20th

https://www.tcdsb.org/board/nurturingourcatholiccommunity/news/2017-2018/pages/we-day-family.aspx

Coming Soon: Rosary Day and World Teachers Day to be celebrated on Thursday, October 4th.

National Custodial Workers Day scheduled for October 2nd

More information to come in the October issue

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