Yearly Archives: 2023

Greetings!

We need to ensure that the children are safe.

Starting in January, only children in Grades 7 & 8 will be able to sign out on their own at lunch. 

It has always been our practice/policy that if a child signs out or you have signed the lunch dismissal permission they are gone the entire lunchtime and return for 12:30.

This has not been the case lately, students are bringing in notes and coming and going at all times and we are unable to have a clear account for their attendance.

We are also seeing children trying to cross the busy Lobsinger Road and hanging out at the plaza with no supervision.

If parents would like to sign out younger children (FDK-Grade 6), we ask that you follow the regular sign-in and out procedures to pick them up and drop them off.

We appreciate your anticipated cooperation to keep everyone safe and supervised.

Please note, that if you have already completed the School Cash Online lunch permission form for your child, those arrangements will remain.

 Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, December 18 – Chess Club, Choir Practice at lunch, Advent Week 3 – Lighting of the Joy Candle
• Tuesday, December 19: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, Christmas Concert & Nativity Pagaent for parents of FDK-Grade 3 who requested tickets. There is a limit of spectators, so only those who have requested will be able to attend. Doors open at 2:00pm-2:10pm
• Wednesday, December 20: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch. CHRISTMAS SPIRIT Day – Wear a Christmas Sweater or Red, White, Green
• Thursday, December 21:  Please wear your spirit wear!! Santa’s Helper Day –  Wear Christmas Accessories (hat, headbands, sweater, etc) Grade 5/6B Pickleball at lunch
• Friday, December 22: Pizza Day, Final Advent School Wide Assembly. Cozy Pajama Days!

Help us, Lord, not to dampen the joy of others. Remind us this week to rejoice always and to pray without ceasing. Holy Spirit, guide us so that our lives may be a testimony of the wonders and the love of God, so that others might believe through us.

Please ask your child about what they have learned about the second week of Advent.

This is a friendly reminder to not park where there are no parking signs. To keep the driveway clear and available for emergency vehicles. We request that all parents park in the parking lot or at an appropriate space on Lobsinger Line when bringing students to and from the Extended Day program. Please note that cars parked in the no-parking areas may be ticketed as a Bylaw infraction.

Reminders:

• Please discuss your child’s agenda each day. They are responsible for writing in it.
• Please discuss your child’s library book selection with them.
• Grades 3-8 are always working on Cursive Writing. Cursive Letter Formation Prompts
• Ask your child about their Knowledgehook math challenges. 
• Parents, please ensure that you are regularly checking on the D2L and Google Drive.
• Parents, please check out our school-wide weekly update on the Newswire/School Website.

Parents,  all current curriculum links are found here.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates

• Wednesday, January 10 Grades 1-3 go to St Jacob’s Playhouse to see Peter Pan.
• Thursday, January 11 – Grade 6 Students go to Laurel Creek
• Thursday, January 11 – Grade 8 students go to Tiny Home Take-out

 Where Each One Counts! 

Monday, December 11 – Chess Club, Advent Week 2 – Lighting of the Peace Candle

Tuesday, December 12: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, Learn about the Christmas Tree

Wednesday, December 13: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch. ESQ is here for Gr 4-5/6

Thursday, December 14:  Please wear your spirit wear!!  Grade 5/6A Pickleball at lunch, 

ESQ is here for Gr. 6/7- 8

Friday, December 15: Pizza Day,

This Advent, Lord, come to the manger of my heart. Fill me with Your presence from the very start. As I prepare for the holidays and gifts to be given, Remind me of the gift You gave when You sent Your Son from Heaven. The first Christmas gift, it was the greatest gift ever.

Please ask your child about what they have learned about the first week of Advent.

All students, parents, teachers, and other school staff have the right to be safe, and to feel safe, in their school community. With this right comes the responsibility to contribute to a positive school climate. Please be reminded that when communicating with a staff member, we are requesting that you be kind and treat each other with respect. Rude or inappropriate communication will not be accepted.

Communication between the parents and the school is very important to us.. Each teacher has a different, yet completely appropriate way of communicating with families. A suggestion is to take a look at the D2L for the classroom, look at the child’s Google Drive, and ask your child.  Parents, please take a moment to read over the student agenda. We would like to highlight our school guidelines around homework.  

How you can support your student:

• Please discuss your child’s agenda each day. They are responsible for writing in it. Please work with the classroom teacher to support your child.
• Please discuss your child’s library book selection with them.
• Grades 1-3 have a Home Reading program.
• Grades 3-8 are always working on Cursive Writing. Cursive Letter Formation Prompts
• Ask your child about their Knowledgehook math challenges. 
• Check out Brainingcamp.
• Parents, please ensure that you are regularly checking on the D2L and Google Drive.
• All current curriculum links are found here.
• Parents, please check out our school wide weekly update on Newswire/School Website.

Thank you for not parking where there are no parking signs, this keeps the driveway clear and available for emergency vehicles. We request that all parents park in the parking lot or at an appropriate space on Lobsinger Line when bringing students to and from the Extended Day program. Please note that cars parked in the no-parking areas may be ticketed as a Bylaw infraction.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates

• Tuesday, December 19 – Christmas Pageant & songs from Kindergarten to Grade 3. – two family members of students who are in the play or the choir will be invited for the afternoon performance. Please ensure that you return your ticket request by Friday the 11th. 
• Wednesday, January 10 Grades 1-3 go to St Jacob’s Playhouse to see Peter Pan.
• Thursday, January 11 – Grade 6 Students go to Laurel Creek
• Thursday, January 11 – Grade 8 students go to Tiny Home Take-out

 Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, December 4: Advent Week 1 – Lighting of the Hope Candle,
  • International Sock Day…wear your favourite! Chess Club at lunch
• Tuesday, December 5: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, Be You Assembly
• Wednesday, December 6: Lunch Box Day-Choir practice at Lunch. Feast of St Nicholas
• Thursday, December 7:  Please wear your spirit wear!!  Grade 5/6A Pickleball at lunch, Learn about Candy Canes
• Friday, December 1: Pizza Day, dress as your favourite part of the Nativity Scene!

Weekly Prayer: This Advent, Lord, come to the manger of my heart. Fill me with Your presence from the very start. As I prepare for the holidays and gifts to be given, Remind me of the gift You gave when You sent Your Son from Heaven. The first Christmas gift, it was the greatest gift ever.

Please ask your child about what they have learned about the Advent Wreath.

This is a friendly reminder to not park where there are no parking signs. To keep the driveway clear and available for emergency vehicles. We request that all parents park in the parking lot or at an appropriate space on Lobsinger Line when bringing students to and from the Extended Day program. Please note that cars parked in the no-parking areas may be ticketed as a Bylaw infraction.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Tuesday, December 20 – Christmas Pageant- two family members of students who are in the play or the choir will be invited for the afternoon performance…more details to come.
• Wednesday, January 10 Grades 1-3 go to St Jacob’s Playhouse to see Peter Pan.

We are right on time!

We expect to be back for 6:05.

Where Each One Counts! 

Monday, November 27 – Chess Club at lunch

Tuesday, November 28: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, 

Wednesday, November 29: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch.  Choir at lunch

Thursday, November 30:  Please wear your spirit wear!!  D & D at lunch

Friday, December 1: Pizza Day- Field trips for Grades 4-8

Lord: In the midst of Winter, when the days are cold and wind can pierce remind us of the warmth of your love. In the midst of Winter, when days are short, dawn comes late, and dusk arrives early reminding us that in the darkness your light still shines.

Please ask your child about the Feast of St Clement liturgy of the word. It was awesome to be able to share our faith as a school community. We are so lucky to be part of our Catholic system.

It was wonderful to see so many of you at the progress report Interviews. We are committed to developing communication between the school and parents. 

We would like to remind you not to park where there are no parking signs including on the blacktop. Parking should be in the parking lot or where designated on Lobsinger Line. The blacktop is not for car parking. It is not maintained for that purpose. We are very concerned about the safety of our students and staff. 

Please mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Tuesday, November 28 – MADD Presentation for Grades 7 & 8
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 7 & 8 go to Toronto
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 4,5 & 6 go see a musical at St David
• Wednesday, January 10 Grades 1-3 go to St Jacob’s Playhouse to see Peter Pan.

Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, November 20 – Report Cards come home – Boys VBall Tournament,    Chess Club, St. Clement Author Visit Steve Seftel  (bring $10 if you want to purchase a book)
• Tuesday, November 21: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, Choir Practice at lunch
• Wednesday, November 22: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch. Grade 8 Evening at St David’s
• Thursday, November 23:  Feast of St Clement – 10:15 Mass, Optional Turkey Lunch (for those who purchased) Please wear your spirit wear!! D & D at lunch. Parent Interviews 3:30-8 pm
• Friday, November 24: Pizza Day

A Prayer for a Listening Ear… Loving God, Give us hearts that listen for your word. Help us listen. May we listen to those who struggle. May we be willing to walk in someone else’s shoes.  Let us be open to difference and understanding. Let us work with others of goodwill, finding solutions together. Lord, give us the courage to trust in your hand guiding us. Give us the courage to respond like the Good Samaritan. May we know and see your love present in our communities, made real in the ways we love one another.  Amen

Please ask your child about what they are learning about during Bullying Awareness Week

Thank you for the donations to our Meat the Need food drive. Your generosity is amazing!

On Monday, Steve Seftel will have books available for purchase if desired by any students or staff. Retails for $14.99. He offers a $10 cash purchase price for school visits. He will sign books if requested.

The Feast of St Clement is a very special day for us. We will be going to Mass, welcoming Trustees, and having a special turkey lunch.

Grades 4-8 parents are reminded to pay for the upcoming excursions through cash online.  The deadline for purchasing is fast approaching.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Monday, November 20-Friday November 24 – Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week
• Monday, November 20 – Progress Reports Go home
• Monday, November 20 – Boys Volleyball at St David’s
• Wednesday, November 22 – Grade 8 Night at St David’s
• Thursday, November 23 – Feast of St Clement Mass & Special Lunch
• Thursday, November 23 – Parent Conferences
• Tuesday, November 28 – MADD Presentation for Grades 7 & 8
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 7 & 8 go to Toronto
• Friday, December 1 Grades 4,5 & 6 go see a musical at St David
• Sunday, December 3 – First Sunday of Advent
• Wednesday, January 10 Grades 1-3 go to St Jacob’s Playhouse to see Peter Pan.

Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, November 13 – PD Day – no school for students
• Tuesday, November 14: Pita Day,  D & D at lunch, Girls Basketball at lunch
• Wednesday, November 15: Lunch Box Day, Chess Club at Lunch., Boys Volleyball at lunch,  ESQ #1
• Thursday, November 16:  Please wear your spirit wear!! D & D at lunch, Girls’ Basketball Tournament at St Davids. Photo Retake Day (afternoon), ESQ #2
• Friday, November 17: Pizza Day, Skittle Day!! Boys Volleyball at lunch, Community Foundation Pasta & Trivia Night at St Benedict’s.

Weekly Prayer: Dear God, please give me strength when I am weak, love when I feel forsaken, courage when I am afraid, wisdom when I feel foolish, comfort when I am alone, hope when I feel rejected, and peace when I am in turmoil. Amen

Please ask your child about the Remembrance Day assembly.

Please consider donating to our Development & Peace Club’s Meat the Need Food Drive. More information is attached.

The Feast of St Clement is a very special day for us. We will be going to Mass, welcoming Trustees, and having a special turkey lunch. Please order your child’s lunch through Cash on Line. There are over 100 orders so far.  Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. To avoid disappointment, order before the deadline.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Monday, November 13 – Faith Development PD Day – no school for students
• November 15 & 16 – ESQ is coming back for FDK-Grade 3!!
• Thursday, November 16 – Girls Basketball at St David
• Friday, November 17 – Skittle Day!
• Monday, November 20-Friday November 24 – Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week
• Monday, November 20 – Progress Reports Go home
• Monday, November 20 – Boys Volleyball at St David’s
• Wednesday, November 22 – Grade 8 Night at St David’s
• Thursday, November 23 – Feast of St Clement Mass & Special Lunch
• Thursday, November 23 – Parent Conferences
• Tuesday, November 28 – MADD Presentation for Grades 7 & 8
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 7 & 8 go to Toronto
• Friday, December 1 Grades 4,5 & 6 go see a musical at St David

Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, November 6 – Indigenous Treaties Week, Chess Club at Lunch
• Tuesday, November 7: Pita Day, Be You Assembly 9:00, D & D at lunch, CSAC Meeting 6-7:30 All are welcome!
• Wednesday, November 8: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch., Indigenous Veterans Day
• Thursday, November 9:  Please wear your spirit wear!! D & D at lunch, Grades 2 & 4 Laurel Creek, Craft Club
• Friday, November 10: Pizza Day, Remembrance Day Assembly 10:45 am

Weekly Prayer:  We pray for peace, God, in our world, so wrenched by war and sorrow. … of fear and hate tomorrow. Teach peace in every mind, and heal all wounded humankind. 

Today is the last day to order spirit wear. Please check out Spirit wear order 2023.pdf or https://www.schoolwear.ca/CLE/

Please consider donating to our Development & Peace Club’s Meat the Need Food Drive. More information is attached.

We are always welcoming at the CSAC (Catholic School Advisory Council). Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 7th from 6-7:30. Please consider joining us.

The Feast of St Clement is a very special day for us. We will be going to Mass, welcoming Trustees, and having a special turkey lunch. Please order your child’s lunch through Cash on Line. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

Please mark your calendars with these important dates:

• Tuesday, November 7th – Be You Assembly!
• Tuesday, November 7 – Catholic School Advisory Council Meeting – 6 pm
• Thursday, November 9 Grades 2 & 4 go to Laurel Creek
• Friday, November 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly at 10:45 am
• Monday, November 13 – Faith Development PD Day – no school for students
• November 15 & 16 – ESQ is coming back for FDK-Grade 3!!
• Thursday, November 16 – Girls Basketball at St David
• Friday, November 17 – Skittle Day!
• Monday, November 20-Friday November 24 – Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week
• Monday, November 20 – Progress Reports Go home
• Wednesday, November 22 – Grade 8 N0ight at St David’s
• Thursday, November 23 – Feast of St Clement Mass & Special Lunch
• Thursday, November 23 – Parent Conferences
• Tuesday, November 28 – MADD Presentation for Grades 7 & 8
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 7 & 8 go to Toronto
• Friday, December 1 Grades 4,5 & 6 go see a musical at St David

Where Each One Counts! 

• Monday, October 30 – Haunted House in the Library Learning Commons & Bus Evacuation Practice
• Tuesday, October 31: Pita Day, D & D at lunch, Halloween Parade & Dance a Thon
• Wednesday, November 1: Lunch Box Day-Chess Club at Lunch., Choir practice, Grade 8s go to St Davids
• Thursday, November 2:  Please wear your new spirit wear!!
• Friday, November 3: Pizza Day

Weekly Prayer: We pray for confidence in the loving mercy of God, for faith in the Resurrection to new life, and for the hope of being reunited in God’s kingdom.

Please ask your child about what they like to do at recess.

Reminders about toys and equipment on the yard.

• In the primary grades, the teachers have indicated that the children may bring small toys to play at recess.
• Small toys such as Legos, dolls, and cars are welcome.
• We would not recommend bringing toys that are valuable or important.
• They may not trade, and they should be okay to share with others.
• The items need to remain in the child’s backpack but may be used only at recess. 
• The school will NOT be responsible if items are lost.
• From a whole school perspective, students are not able to bring balls from home. 
• The great news is that we are distributing new classroom balls this week!! 

School Fundraising: Your opportunity to donate to the school fundraiser is available through Cash Online. Our goal is to raise $5000, which is about $20 per student. We are currently at $2520. There will be a sweet treat for every student. Only participants in the fundraiser will receive a chance to win a prize, along with a  fun item for the dance!! Absolutely any amount is appreciated. Please donate through School Cash Online before the dance to avoid any disappointment.

The fundraiser helps to support school agendas, spirit wear t-shirts, playground equipment, special events, and hopefully a new Gaga Ball pit!  So far this year, your child has received an agenda at a discounted rate (pay what you can), a free pizza lunch, and a school t-shirt. We would love to continue to be able to provide these opportunities!

There will be a special draw that is only available to students who are participating in the fundraising efforts!

Another challenge has been set, that the class with the highest percentage of participants will win a special prize. This is where we are: 

• Grade 2/3 – 57 percent participating – in the lead!!!!
• FDKA – 50 percent participating
• Grade 1 – 50 percent participating
• Grade 7/8 B – 36 percent participating
• FDKB – 33 percent participating
• Grade 5/6 B – 32 percent participating
• Grade 7/8 A – 29 percent participating
• Grade 4 – 29 percent participating
• Grade 1/ 2 – 28 percent participating
• Grade 3 – 25 percent participating
• Grade 5/6 A – 23 percent participating
• Grqade 6/7 – 15 percent participating

Important Dates:

• Monday, October 30 Optional Haunted House in the Library
• Monday, October 30 Bus Evacuation Practice
• Tuesday, October 31 Halloween Dance a Thon Fundraiser – please wear orange, black or a school-appropriate costume.
• Wednesday, November 1 – Grade 8s go to St David
• Tuesday, November 7th – Be You Assembly!
• Tuesday, November 7 – Catholic School Advisory Council Meeting – 6 pm
• Thursday, November 9 Grades 2 & 4 go to Laurel Creek
• Friday, November 10 – Remembrance Day Assembly at 10:45 am
• Monday, November 13 – Faith Development PD Day – no school for students
• November 15 & 16 – ESQ is coming back for FDK-Grade 3!!
• Thursday, November 16 – Girls Basketball at St David
• Friday, November 17 – Skittle Day!
• Monday, November 20-Friday November 24 – Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week
• Monday, November 20 – Progress Reports Go home
• Wednesday, November 22 – Grade 8 N0ight at St David’s
• Thursday, November 23 – Feast of St Clement Mass & Special Lunch
• Thursday, November 23 – Parent Conferences
• Tuesday, November 28 – MADD Presentation for Grades 7 & 8
• Friday, December 1 – Grades 7 & 8 go to Toronto
• Friday, December 1 Grades 4,5 & 6 go see a musical at St David