Storm Tracker Update
June 13-17
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Contact Information:
Principal: A. Milanetti
Vice Principal: R. Coelho
Secretary: K. Romani
Assistant Secretary: K. DaCosta
Superintendent of Mississauga South Schools: S. Gos (905) 890-1221
Trustee: S. Hobin (905-301-1210) Twitter: @Trusteehobin
Email: St.ChristopherInfo@dpcdsb.org
Website: https://www3.dpcdsb.org/CHRIS
Location: 1195 Clarkson Road North, Mississauga, ON, Canada
Phone: (905) 822-0721
Twitter: @STCHRIS_DPCDSB
Sacred Heart of Jesus
During the month of June, we recommit ourselves to the devotion of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a profound symbol in our faith of God’s love for each of us. God loves us unconditionally – just as we are. We are called to love and celebrate one another, just as God loves and celebrates each one of us. We honour the inherent dignity in each other by treating one another with care, compassion, and respect.
Virtue for June: Fairness
God wants us to treat each other as we would like to be treated.
A fair person…
listens to both sides of a story
is a good team player
knows that the same rules apply to everyone
works to bring about peaceful solutions to problems
Storm Tracker at a Glance
Monday June 13
Complete daily COVID Screening
Virtual Peel Safety Village Presentation: Mrs. Buday's Class
Intermediate: All Edwin/Chromebooks to be returned to school
Tuesday June 14
Complete daily COVID Screening
All Library Books Returned to School
Wednesday June 15
Complete daily COVID Screening
Virtual Meet the Musician: Mrs. Strachan's Class
Silvercreek Trip: Mrs. Kirkbride & Mr. Kotulak's classes
Mississauga South Family of Schools Track & Field Meet
Thursday June 16
Complete daily COVID Screening
Pizza Day
Grade 8 Trip to Toronto
Friday June 17
Complete daily COVID Screening
Hot Dog BBQ hosted by our Catholic School Council
Upcoming Events
June 19: Happy Father's Day!
June 23: Grade 8 Graduation Mass 6:30PM St. Christopher Parish
June 24: Graduation Lunch & Dance 11:00AM (Graduates only)
June 24: Last chance to collect LOST & FOUND items
June 28: Report Cards sent home
June 30: Last Day of Classes
June 30: Canada Day Themed Assembly 10:15AM/ Grade 8 "Clap Out" 2:30PM
July 4 to July 22: Summer Literacy Camp Program ~ SK to Grade 5
July 4 to July 22: Elementary Literacy Numeracy Program ~ Grades 6,7,8
ShareLIfe Update
With the school year wrapping up, I want to thank you and all the staff and students at your school for your kind hearts and helping those most in need in our community.
I have an official letter recognizing you and your school’s compassion to care for those who are less fortunate.
Many thanks again for living the gospel.
ARE YOU MOVING?
As planning will begin with respect to formulating classes and general school organization for the 2022-2023 school year, please inform the office as soon as possible if you are planning to move between now and September 2022. Also, if you have already moved and not informed the office of your new address, please do so immediately as our school records must be accurate at all times.
Pizza
To order please access your child’s account sign in to https://dpcdsb.schoolcashonline.com to register your child and place your child’s lunch order. Pizza days are Thursday, please order by Sunday, June 12th.
Lost and Found Spring Cleaning!
Edwin Chromebook Collection
Library Book Collection
DAILY SELF SCREENING
Daily SELF-COVID Screening Procedures
All students MUST complete the Provincial COVID Screening Tool EVERY DAY continues to be a requirement for students, staff, visitors and volunteers. However, daily verification will no longer be required.
Students demonstrating any of the following symptoms are not permitted to attend school and parents will be notified to collect your child if symptoms present during the school day:
- Fever and/or Chills
- Cough or Barking Croup
- Shortness of Breath
- Decrease/Loss of Taste or Smell
- Runny Nose/Nasal Congestion
- Headache
- Extreme Fatigue
- Sore Throat
- Muscle Aches/Joint Pain
- Nausea, Vomiting and/or Diarrhea
Students experiencing symptoms (one bolded symptom or two non-bolded symptoms) are encouraged to take a Rapid Antigen Test or assume a positive result. Anyone who assumes or tests positive may not return to school until they are cleared according to Public Health guidance.
Community Information Bulletins
INTERNATIONAL & INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES ELEMENTARY PROGRAM
First Day of Classes Saturday September 10, 2022
Last Class: Saturday May 27, 2023
Class Hours: 9:00 AM—11:30 AM
If you would like to register, please complete the brief registration form at this link to reserve a space: https://forms.office.com/r/YKQkCUDZQF
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
National Indigenous Heritage Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, where we recognize and honour the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples in Canada. June 21 is recognized as National Indigenous Peoples Day. This month and year round we must recognize the history contributions and diversity of Indigenous peoples. It is an important time for us to reflect and take action to work together towards reconciliation.
June: Filipino, Italian and Portuguese Heritage Month
In the month of June we recognize Filipino Heritage Month, Italian Heritage Month and Portuguese Heritage Month. This month is an opportunity to recognize and highlight the significant social, economic, political and cultural contributions people of Filipino, Italian and Portuguese origin have made in our communities and the development of Canada.
Parish Information
St. Christopher Parish
1171 Clarkson Road N
Mississauga, ON L5J 2W1
Phone: (905) 822-1171
stchristophersmi@archtoronto.org
Pastor: Fr. Joseph Rodrigues
Year End Mass Celebration
Students showed tremendous reverence and were prayerful. Intermediate and Junior students were paired up with younger students, and were role models of excellence for their primary peers.
Thank you to the families who were able to join us on short notice.
Thank you to Father Joseph and Youth Minister Levy for your spiritual guidance.
Thank you to our staff and to our prayer leaders.
Catholic School Council Parish Rep. Updates:
- Looking for Altar Servers
- Vacation Bible School is back!
- We are also looking for youth ages 12 and up to help volunteer for Vacation Bible School. For more information, please contact Levy at lramos@archtoronto.org.
School Hours
Our School Hours:
School Starts at 8:15 am
Morning Recess: 9:37 - 9:52 am
Lunch: 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Afternoon Recess: 1:38 - 1:52 pm
Dismissal: 2:45 pm
Please note: we will no longer have staggered dismissal. Students will be dismissed at 2:45. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we return to previous dismissal time.
Kindergarten Registration
Kiss and Ride Reminders
1) Please do not reverse your vehicle while in the Kiss and Ride zone. Children may be crossing behind you using the crosswalk. Be patient.
2) Drive slowly through the Kiss and Ride. We do try to give preference to the buses when leaving in order for them to maintain their morning schedules so please wait at the cross walk until you are directed to cross.
3) Students are reminded not to bounce sporting equipment such as basketballs while walking through the cross walk. Students need reminders that if a ball falls from their grasp, not to chase after it. An adult can help them retrieve it.
4) There is a bike path for students coming in on their bikes, on the south side of the church. Please use this path, and WALK your bike to the bike rack area, as the path is shared with walking pedestrians.
5)Parents and students are strongly encouraged to use the cross-walk instead of crossing in front of the kiss and ride.
6)The parking spaces adjacent to the church, near the cross walk, will be off limits to vehicles for parking. The crosswalk area can become crowded at times and we would like to maintain a clear sight line between children entering and exiting the school grounds.
7) Please ensure that students are being dropped off at the Kiss and Ride designated area and are accessing the cross-walk.
Focus on Youth Camp 2022
Focus on Youth is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education to support not-for profit groups in delivering summer programs that keep young people safe and active. The Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board and POR AMOR have partnered to deliver a unique, in person summer experience for youth.
July 6 - July 29
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch will be Provided.
FREE Students Grades 5-8
For more information, please see the attached flyer or
Email: summercamp@dpcdsb.org
Registration opens: June 8 and closes June 15
Loyola Location HERE
Love of Literature Book Club
Through the Equity department, DPCDSB has been able to secure an opportunity for Black, African and Caribbean students in grades 2 to 12 to participate in a summer book club. This Book Club is a safe space for children and teens to connect, meet Black authors and review books that celebrate, feature and represent Black characters.
The Love of Literature Book Club aims to improve literacy skills, boost confidence and connect students with peers, while reviewing books with Black characters. Virtual meetings are held on Saturdays from July 9 to August 20. Space is limited. Flyer attached for more information.
City of Mississauga 2022 Civic Awards of Recognition
Mayor Bonnie Crombie and Members of Council will host the 2022 Civic Awards of Recognition ceremony in the coming months at the Mississauga Civic Centre.
If you know a Mississauga resident and/or local community group that has excelled in sports or the arts, or who has volunteered in the community for more than 10 years, please submit their name for this honour.
Visit the City’s website to read the criteria and fill out the online nomination form.You can also submit nominations by email to civicrecognition.program@mississauga.ca.
The deadline is coming up soon for nominations: Friday June 10, 2022 at 4 p.m.
Nominations will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Due to the number of seats available in Council Chamber, we will only consider the first 100 nominees so be sure to send in your nominations early!
If you have any questions, please contact Lindsay Noronha by email: lindsay.noronha@mississauga.ca or by phone: 905-615-3200 ext. 3940 or visit the City’s website.