October 2018 www.stmarychesterville@cdsbeo.on.ca We Give Thanks Our Father in Heaven, We give thanks for the pleasure Of gathering together for this occasion. We give thanks for this food Prepared by loving hands. We give thanks for life, The freedom to enjoy it all And all other blessings. As we partake of this food, We pray for health and strength To carry on and try to live as You would have us. This we ask in the name of Christ, Our Heavenly Father. Amen Have a very Happy Thanksgiving Weekend.
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES The Annual Food Drive Begins on Tuesday October 2nd. This year we are asking for donations of non-perishable foods for the Grade 6 Confirmation Project for Lazarus House combined with the Farm Credit Food Drive. As the Grade 6 Confirmation is in November this year rather than June the Grade 6 class along with Mrs. Acres decided to collect food for the Lazarus House. They will bring the donated food to Lazarus House on their Visit October 10th. Lazarus House is specifically looking for juice boxes, soup and fruit cups. The food Drive continues until Wednesday October 17th when the tractor will come to pick up all the food that has been collected since Oct. 2 (minus the items that the Grade 6 s took to Lazarus House). THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
NOTICE If for any reason an event or trip needs to be cancelled, postponed or details adjusted the change will be posted on our website. Check the website in advance of any event just to make sure that no changes or cancellations have been posted. Website www.stmarychesterville@cdsbeo.on.ca Upcoming Events will be posted on the front page of the website. You could also look at the School News Blogs for more information regarding a particular event. Look also under the events Calendar for Upcoming months. We will add to these monthly calendars as events/ activities are scheduled. The hard copy of the Monthly Calendar will still be sent home to all families at the beginning of each month. To access the Monthly Newsletter and/or the Monthly Calendar click on For Parents, then click on Monthly Newsletter first, there you can click on the Newsletter for the particular month and/or the Monthly Calendar. Synrevoice (message to your phones) will be used more regularly to remind parents of specific upcoming events, to convey any new messages or changes in information that are important and to share news announcements as they come up. (If you do need a hard copy of the newsletter please call the office and Mrs. Lalonde will make sure you get one each month) On the PA Day Friday, September 28, all staff from the board gathered at 5 different locations to share the learning about the new board theme. Be Holy - Joy Springs from a Loving Heart In the afternoon each school worked together to brainstorm/plan how to roll out, incorporate, teach and make the theme part of the culture of the school. To kick start this wonderful way of giving and living there will be a CDSBEO week from Oct. 15-19th. Each day during this week our staff has planned activities and learning opportunities that will support the adoption of the new theme.
Fire Prevention Week, October 7-13, 2018 Bus Safety Week & Bus Driver Appreciation Oct. 22nd - 26th BLACK & ORANGE DAY Wednesday October 31st. Wednesday, October 31st will be Black & Orange Day for the entire school. All students are encouraged to wear these colours to celebrate Halloween. In keeping with our Healthy Eating for Better Learning we ask that NO treats be sent to the school on Halloween. The students will have access to many treats on Halloween night, we ask that no sweets/treats/baked goods come in to the school on that day. Thanks for your cooperation in this matter.
Next Meeting Thursday, October 25 All Welcome 6:30pm The new Council for 2018 2019 Chair - Kristie Miller /Carly LeBlanc Treasurer - Jennifer Berkerlaar Secretary - Community Rep- Stacey Weagant Parish Rep - Shannon McSheffrey Teacher Rep - Angie Acres SEAC Rep - We thank all the parents for supporting the Fundraisers that are led by the School Council. First Up... Chocolate Bar Drive from Oct. 4th-18th. Cross Country Iona Academy Grades 4 6 Thursday, October 4th Bus leaves from St. Mary at 8:15 am Coaches Mrs. Ganter and Mrs. Derks. Soccer Tournament Pope John Paul Hammond Grade 4 6 Wednesday, October 24th Coach Mme Stephanie TOYS - Please do not allow your child to bring toys to school. They could get lost or broken and tend to cause arguments with others. Thank you. Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) use are not permitted at any time throughout the school day.
UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, November 14 th WE Day for Grade 6 students. Wednesday, November 14th Grade 6 Confirmation 6:30 pm St. Mary of the Presentation Church. Monday, November 26th Progress Reports Home Wednesday, November 28th November Interviews Wednesday, December 12th - Christmas Concert am and pm PAR ENT VOLU NTEERS Anyone who would like to be a Parent Volunteer for a field trip must have a CRC. Remember to get the form from the office for your Criminal Reference Check. It is good for one year from the month that you get it back from the Police Office. This year especially we are looking for parent Volunteers to work in the school. If you can offer an hour a few days a week we would love to have you come in. NOTICE : Morning Supervision Begins at 8:50 am. Please Drop off your children to the supervised school yard at the Walkers gate-crossing Guard (North West end of the school yard) Please call Mrs.Lalonde if you feel you could donate some of your time during the day to support our students. Thanks.
Reminder Parents! Your child needs to be immunized by the beginning of February 2019. Contact EOHU at 613-933-1375 ext. 448 or https://www.eohu.ca Coming Soon: The Flu Season! With the flu season just around the corner, here s a reminder on how you can help stop spreading the flu. The Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) would like to remind everyone of some simple steps that can help prevent and reduce the spread of influenza. First is the flu vaccine. It protects you and your loved ones. Increase your chances of avoiding the flu this year by getting your flu vaccine and help stop the spread of infection. Influenza immunization is available through your healthcare provider, at community health centres and participating pharmacies. You can also make an appointment at the EOHU to get your flu vaccine. Visit our website at www.eohu.ca. Then there s the importance of hand hygiene and coughing etiquette. Washing your hands properly will help prevent the spread of infections. Remind your kids to wash their hands before and after handling food, before and after eating, after using the washroom, as well as after blowing their nose, sneezing or coughing. Keep in mind that viruses and bacteria can also be spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. It s therefore important to cough and sneeze into your sleeve (not your hands) or cover your mouth and nose with a tissue. Throw away used tissues in the garbage and wash your hands well. And remember keep your child home from school when he or she is sick! A solid investment towards a promising Health Care Career! The CDSBEO Personal Support Worker (PSW) Program is a provincially accredited program that is delivered in various communities throughout our board by qualified health care providers with nursing backgrounds. Our PSW students graduate with qualifications equal to those taking a PSW program at a community college with significant cost savings. Each of our PSW programs include opportunities for various certifications, as well as the ability to earn credits towards an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Please check out our website www.coned.cdsbeo.on.ca/psw for more information. Information sessions for our February 2019 intake will take place on the following days and locations. November 27/18 1:00 2:00 St. James Catholic Education Center Smiths Falls November 28/18 3:00 4:00 St. Mary C.H.S. - Brockville December 3/18 2:00 3:00 Cornwall Board Office December 7/18 3:00 4:00 St. Joseph - Gananoque December 10/18 3:00 4:00 St. Jude Vankleek Hill December 12/18 3:00 4:00 St. Michael C.H.S. Kemptville