125 ASPEN SPRINGS DRIVE , BOWMANVILLE T EL : (905)623-6255 - F AX : (905)623-6131 Principal Barb Smith Vice Principal Frank Consoli Secretaries Laurette Woods Laura Curtain Parish Priests Fr. Paul Massel Fr. Stan Witczak Catholic School Council Chair FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT = KINDNESS During the month of February, we are focussing on the Gift of the Holy Spirit of Kindness. According to Mother Teresa, “Three things in human life are important: The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. The third is to be kind.” Martin Luther King Jr. also says, “Life's most urgent question is, what are you doing for others?”. Kindness in action looks like: helping a friend, holding the door for someone, smiling at a stranger, complimenting someone, picking up someone else’s pencil, sharing a special treat with someone who has forgotten, helping someone without being asked. Kindness in action sounds like: giving someone a compliment, using your manners, offering to help, laughter, saying thank you, asking others to join in, and happy voices. Kindness in action feels like: inclusive, right and just, comfort, goodness. Jesus also teaches about kindness, “But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who ill-treat you. If anyone hits you on one cheek, let him hit the other one too; if someone takes your coat, let him have your shirt as well. Give to everyone who asks you for something, and when someone takes what is yours, do not ask for it back. Do for others just what you want them to do for you. (Luke, 6.27-31). Lisa Marinis Kindness also comes alive in the Catholic Graduate Expectation of Caring and Family member: Superintendent I love God, myself and my family I care about and respect my 'family' at school, at Church, in the community, and the world I care about and respect God's creation and everything in it Deirdre Thomas Trustees Ruth Ciraulo Linda Ainsworth Because I care, I pray for all my families, and I will live my life like Jesus. The more we talk, teach and learn about kindness, the closer our students come to dedicating themselves to Fruit of the Holy Spirit of Kindness. Feb 2nd to Feb 6th— Full Day Kindergarten Registration “Preparing the Way” Mon. Feb 16th - Family Day - no school for students Tues. Feb 17th - Report Cards sent home Thurs. Feb. 19th - Parent/Teacher Conferences Mrs. B. Smith Visit the Board Website: www.pvnccdsb.on.ca Visit the school website: http://holyfamily.pvnccdsb.on.ca/en/ Just Dance Club Our newest club at Holy Family gives all grade 2 and 3 students an opportunity to gather in the gym and DANCE! Dance Club takes place every Thursday at first recess. Students and teachers are loving it! SUPPORT YOUR CHILD IN MATH The Ontario Association of Mathematics Educators (OAME) has recently produced an updated Parent Guide in Mathematics. This family resource is intended to help parents support their teenager with learning mathematics in grades 7 to 12. It is guided by the belief that all students can be successful in mathematics and all parents can be successful in supporting their teens in learning mathematics. Highlights from the document include conversations to promote critical thinking skills and helping to develop learning skills and work habits. The document also provides a list of ministry produced or licensed supports to aid teenagers in learning mathematics. To view this document go to the following hyperlink: http://oame.on.ca/mathies/files/Partnering%20with%20your% 20teen.pdf SCHOOL DAYS - WHEN BUSES ARE CANCELLED DUE TO WINTER WEATHER Parents and students are reminded during the winter months that on the very rare occasion, bus transportation to schools is cancelled. This decision is not made lightly, The cancellation of buses takes into account the condition of both main roads and side roads which are access points to student homes along with the reasonable and informed assurance of safety for school buses on the road. That said, the schools are open. Students who walk to school attend school when the school buses are cancelled. Parents of students who take buses or walk to school are welcome to drive their child(ren) to school if that is possible. Students who take the school bus and do not have a way to get to school can continue their studies with school learning materials they have taken home for homework and they can access learning on-line. The computer opens up many avenues for learning which parents can support and encourage. Again, on school days when transportation is cancelled, the schools are open and learning continues. In the event that buses are cancelled due to inclement weather, listen to CKDO 1350 AM. or KX 96 FM. SHOES SHOES SHOES This is a reminder to all families that students are required to have a pair of indoor shoes at school at all times. These shoes can serve several purposes, which can include being used for gym periods. Outdoor shoes are required to be removed once students enter the school so that dirt is not tracked around the building the same reason we take off shoes when we enter someone’s house. During the day, the students move around the school on a regular basis and for their own safety they are required to wear shoes when moving around the hallways. It is not safe for students to walk around or take part in gym activities wearing socks only. If there is a fire alarm, students do not have time to put on boots or outdoor shoes, so again, for their own benefit and safety, they must be wearing indoor shoes at all times. Integrated Literacy News – for all FDK to Grade 3 students Last year the Primary students were all treated to a visit by Canadian author Stephanie McLellan (The Chicken Cat, Leon’s Song, Tweezle into Everything, Hoogie in the Middle,) thanks to the generosity of our Catholic School Council. Stephanie read to the children from her books and told them how she began writing when she was also in grade school. Her family had saved a few of the stories she had written and she was able to show them to the students. She also showed us pictures of her own three children and explained how they were inspirations for the 3 monsters in her stories. The students were enthralled by Stephanie and many were able to purchase personally autographed copies of her books. Recently, Stephanie contacted the Integrated Literacy Teachers and offered us an exciting opportunity. Beginning in either January or February, depending on the grade, the students will listen to Stephanie read online over a period of 8 weeks her brand new book entitled THE CHRISTMAS WIND. Although Stephanie has finished writing the book, the illustrator Brooke Kerrigan, has only just begun to draw the pictures at her home in Paris, France. Stephanie has chosen several different schools across Canada to secretly release her new story to and WE WERE ONE OF THEM! She has asked our students to draw pictures to go with her story and mail them to her so she can compare them with the real illustrations once they are completed. As a thank you for participating in this fun activity our library will receive an autographed copy of the final book when it is released in the Fall of 2015. This past month we’ve enjoyed the beautiful nativity scenes, on display in the library, made by Ms Hayman’s grade eight class. Our book clubs are going strong, with the students enjoying all of the many and varied fiction and non-fiction books. As well, the ipads are booked everyday! Most popular book for the month of January: Pete’s Big Lunch, by James Dean, about our favourite cat, Pete. Check It Out! Your Voice Matters! - Baseline Survey on Vision and Strategic Priorities Implementation Whether you are a student, teacher, support staff, administrator, parent, guardian, grandparent, clergy, or community member, your input is important to us. Your voice matters! The PVNCCDSB Strategic Vision and Priorities for 2014-2017 were approved by the Board of Trustees on May 27, 2014. At this time, we are seeking input from PVNC staff, students, parents, and the broader community, to assist with our ongoing implementation. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. It can be accessed by clicking here: http://goo.gl/forms/HClhml1Du1 (or by pasting this link in your browser). The survey will be open until February 14, 2015. Mental Health Moment Do you have a Growth Mindset or a Fixed Mindset? Research is showing that mindset in the classroom matters! People who have a Growth Mindset believe that they can help their brain develop through practice, perseverance, and hard work. They look for opportunities to take risks and challenge themselves in their learning. Mistakes are seen not as failure, but as opportunities to learn and improve. A Growth Mindset not only helps students to excel in academic subjects like math, but it is what psychologists call a positive cognitive style. It is a way of thinking that promotes resilience and well-being in all areas of our lives. So the next time your child says, “I can’t do this”, help them to say, “I can’t do this ... yet”. Or when you hear your child say something like, “I’ll never get this”, help them to understand that through practice and sticking with it, they are actually helping to grow the power of their brain to learn new things! Check out http://www.mindsetworks.com/ to learn more! Good News from the PVNCCDSB Office of Faith Development In the month of February, the Liturgical Season of the Church moves from Ordinary Time to the season of Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, 40 days prior to Easter. The Liturgical Colour changes from green to purple. Every school in the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board will be learning, praying and talking about the Fruit of the Holy Spirit called Kindness. When we act for the benefit of someone else and expect nothing in return, the fruit of kindness is revealed. In our homes, school and parishes, let us teach the Gospel stories of Jesus’ kindness so that students will become more aware of their own call to follow in the footsteps of Jesus and to act kindly toward others. February Feast Days, Solemnities, Memorials for whom our schools are named February 18 Ash Wednesday February 22 The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter In accordance with the practice of the Roman Catholic Church, the school will abstain from meat on the Fridays of the Season of Lent. (February 18 to April 4, 2015) 2015 YEAR OF CONSECRATED LIFE The Year of Consecrated Life is being celebrated by the Roman Catholic Church community from the vigil of the First Sunday of Advent, November 29, 2014, until the World Day for Consecrated Life, February 2, 2016. Pope Francis had announced in November 2013 this special initiative which will focus on the consecrated life. Extending throughout all of 2015, the year is an opportunity for the Church to reflect on and celebrate the unique role and importance that consecrated life has in the Church. CCCB WEBSITE: http://www.cccb.ca/site/eng/media-room/year-of-consecrated-life Equity and Inclusive Education Dates White Cane Week is in the first week of February. Heritage Day was established in 1973 by the Heritage Canada Foundation, and iscelebrated the 3rd Monday of February. Pink Shirt Day is the last Wednesday of February. February 21 is International Mother Language Day February is Black History Month. 2015 Summer School! REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY APRIL 13, 2015 INTERMEDIATE SUMMER SCHOOL COURSES Grade 7 and 8 students can attend Literacy and/or Numeracy Summer School at each of the Summer School sites listed below. Dates: Monday July 6 to Friday July 17, 2015 Intermediate Summer School will run from 8:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. daily. Students attending Intermediate Summer School will improve literacy and/or numeracy skills with reading, writing, and math remediation programs. Registration deadline is Friday June 19, 2015 Host schools for Intermediate Summer School 2015 Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School, Peterborough St. Stephen Catholic Secondary School, Bowmanville SECONDARY SUMMER SCHOOL COURSES Grades 9-12 Co-op - Full Credit - E-Learning - Credit Remediation and Recovery - Upgrading Registration deadline for Co-op is Friday May 22, 2015 (students will attend Pre-Placement classes in June) Registration deadline for all full-credit courses (including Civics, Careers, and all e-learning courses) Friday June 19, 2015 Registration deadline for Credit remediation, recovery, and upgrading – Friday June 26, 2015 Session #1 - Monday July 6 to Friday July 17, 2015 Session #2 - Monday July 20 to Friday July 31, 2015 For Full credits, Secondary students must attend Sessions #1 and #2. Time: 8:15-2:15 Host Schools Secondary Summer School 2015 Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School, Peterborough St. Mary Catholic Secondary School, Cobourg St. Stephen Catholic Secondary School, Bowmanville St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School, Lindsay Registration for Summer School is online at: https://apps.pvnccdsb.on.ca/SummerSchoolRegistration/ beginning Monday April 13, 2015 Sun 1 Mon 2 Tue 3 Wed 4 Talent Show Tryouts Thu 5 Fri Sat 6 7 Talent Show Tryouts KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION CSC Meeting at 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 21 On-Line Payments start 100th Day of School 15 16 Family Day Grad Photos NO SCHOOL AM—FDK Lenten Liturgy Report Cards 22 23 24 11:00—Service 4:00 to 8:00 pm 25 26 Mass @ 1:30 27 28
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