St. Gabriel Lalemant C.S.

160 Crow Trail

Toronto, Ontario

M1B 1Y3

Telephone: 416-393-5377

Fax: 416-393-5601

Catholic School Parent Council (C.S.P.C.) News

SGL CSPC General meeting will be

Wednesday, February 19th 6:30pm (Library) Learn more

http://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/parentInvolvement/Pages/t.aspx

Feb. 12th CSPC Fundraiser PASTA LUNCH

Virtue of the Month: LOVE

Loving God,

You created us to love one another and to love you. Indeed, you

declared, “A new heart I will give you, and a new spirit I will put

within you.” Give us new hearts, warm hearts, lively spirits, ready

spirits, so that we can love one another as you have loved us.

Help us to put aside anything that will turn our heart to stone; old

resentments, grudges, worn-out fears, or distrust. In gathering

together we need a new heart. Create this willing spirit within

each of us. Amen

Mon Dieu,

Donnez-moi la sérenité d’accepter les choses que je ne puis

changer, Le courage de changer les choses que je peux, et la s

agesse d’en connaitre la difference. Amen

February 26th marks the start of the Lenten calendar with Ash

Wednesday. Many churches in Canada hold special Ash

Wednesday

services for their congregations. It is a time when people who seek

penitence for their wrongdoings are marked with the sign of the

cross, from blessed ashes, on their forehead. This symbolic

occasion reminds people of their mortality and sorrow for sins, as

well as the will for change and the hope of forgiveness.

God Bless,

G. Iafrate Principal FEBRUARY IS AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH

For God so loved the world, He gave His only son... John 3:16

G. Iafrate

Principal

Administrative Assistant

S. Nurse

P. Aguiar

Superintendent

416 222-8282 ext 2263

G. Tanuan

Ward 8 Trustee

416 512-3408

St. Barnabas Parish Father Hansoo Park

Rachelle Ezechiels, Secretary 10 Washburn Way

Scarborough, ON

M1B 1H3

Tel: 416-298-0989

Fax: 416-298-8959

Follow us on Twitter

@GabeLalemant_P

NEWS… view pictures, events and

learn about activities happening in

our school on our twitter account.

IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES: FEB 11th Report Cards go Home FEB 13th & 14th Parent / Teacher Interviews FEB 14th P.A. Day - no school for students FEB 17th Family Day - no school for students FEB 26th Ash Wednesday

PLEASE REFER TO CALENDAR FOR SKATING SCHEDULE

2019/2020 SGL STAFF LIST

G. Iafrate Principal S. Nurse Secretary M. McGregor ELP G. Arellano Grade 1/2 J. Aaron Grade 2/3 A. Nathan Grade 4 S. Miller Grade 5 LTO P. Fanous Grade 6 D. Henn Grade 7/8 C. Stanojevic L.D. Resource J. Momo French L. Celleri DECE M. Mauceri Spec. Ed. R. Florio E.A. J. Jacob Librarian (Wednesday All Day) K. Pinnock Phys. Ed. (Tues. P.M. & Wed. All Day) S. Bolton Phys. Ed. (Thurs. P.M. & Fri. A.M.) D. Giancola Vocal Music (Friday P.M.) O. Alphonso Vocal Music (Thursday All day) K. Chung Instrumental Music (Wed. P.M.) LTO G. Cinco Lunchtime Supervisor K. Pillay Lunchtime Supervisor R. White Head Caretaker G. Javier Evening Caretaker L. Forli-Malito Social Worker (Alternate Thurs. P.M.) R. Shaloufe-Sanchez Guidance (Alternate Mon. P.M.) Mariam Baroi Network Childcare ELY Supervisor

REGULAR SCHOOL HOURS: 8:30 am Outdoor Supervision Begins 9:00 am School start 10:42 - 10:57 Morning Recess 11:45 - 12:45 Lunch 2:10 - 2:25 Afternoon Recess 3:30 pm Dismissal 3:45 pm Outdoor Supervision Ends

CSPC Fundraiser PASTA LUNCH Our school parent council and

volunteers are looking forward to the

next fundraiser on Feb 12th. $5.00

pasta lunch to support school run

events and initiatives.

Thank you for your support!

January Spirit Assembly Awards For the

Virtue and Monthly Subject of Study Awards are presented to students who have demonstrated the most growth in each area of focus. Awards were given out on Jan. 28th, 11:00AM. Congratulations to all our recipients!

Photos on the last page.

TEACHER / CLASS COURAGE Social Studies

History/Geo.

M. McGregor—ELP

L. Cellari

Celine T. Athena/Ethan

G. Arellano—Gr 1/2 Ober Amity

J. Aaron—Gr. 2/3 Blessing,

Maria

Tiago, Elise,

Yamisha

A. Nathan—Gr. 4 Aseka,

Mikaya,

Mershan

S. Miller—Gr. 5 Jillianne Mishanga

R. Chan—Gr. 6 Melissa Manojan

D. Henn—Gr. 7/8 Trinity Arwin

A Warm Welcome… Welcome back to our two student nurses, Nicole and Cynthia, from Humber College.

YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE! TCDSB is pleased to introduce School Cash Online, an easy to use, safe and convenient way for parents and guardians to pay for some of their children’s school activities and events. This new cashless system offers parents the convenience of paying online for school activities and purchases from the convenience of your own home! This includes payments for school trips, activities, sports-related fees, and pizza lunches (just to name a few), as well as providing the following benefits:

▪ A convenient fee payment option that saves time

▪ Reduces paper

▪ Student safety- no more need to send cash to school

To begin, we will offer this service for January, February and March Pizza Lunches and slowly introduce other items throughout the year. We encourage you to join and enjoy the convenience of paying online! Please go to the School Cash Online homepage: https://tcdsb.schoolcashonline.com

Catholic School Advisory Council

(C.S.P.C.) News

We are pleased to announce and

congratulate our new C.S.P.C. members for

this school year.

Co-Chair ……………………. Mrs. T. Williams

Secretary …………………… Mrs. S. Balkissoon

Treasurer…………………….. Mrs. F. Ramirez

Parent Representative…… Mrs. D. Davy

Community Representative ........... TBA

Spiritual Representative .................. TBA

Teacher Representatives…………………

M. Mauceri, G. Arellano, M. McGregor.

Non-Teacher Representatives ....... TBA

Parents are welcome to attend any meeting

to discuss any concerns.

Our next meeting is Wednesday,

February 19th 6:30pm (Library).

Your support is appreciated.

ICE SKATING - SKATE

DONATIONS WELCOME!

Ice skating season is here! All

classes will be given a few

opportunities to skate at the

Malvern Community Skating rink

in February. Permission forms

were sent home. Please check

the calendars for the dates your

child will be skating. Parents are invited to

help supervise the walk to the rink and to

supervise students off the ice. If you have any

old / used skates at home, the school would

appreciate any donations. Thank you!

Newsletter

Contest… In every newsletter there is a deliberate ‘omission’/missing

information in the title. Find the missing information, write it down with your name and class, place in the ballot box at the office for a draw to win a prize.

January Winner $5.00 Gift Card to Tim Hortons

Althaea Gr. 6

Congratulations!

February - Good Luck

BEHAVIOUR CODE The focus of the approach and attitude towards student discipline lies in the development of the Christian dimension and self-discipline of each child at St. Gabriel Lalemant C.S. The co-operation of home, school and Church will ensure progressive achievement towards these goals. We expect students to follow the 3R’s –

Be Respectful of Self Be Respectful of others Be Responsible for their Actions

Anaphylaxis and Allergens It is our responsibility to inform you that there are staff and students in our school with severe life- threatening food allergies to all types of nuts and some seafood. This is a medical condition (anaphylaxis) that causes a severe reaction and can result in death within minutes. As this affects the entire school community, we are requesting that you not send any lunches or snacks with your child to school that contain the allergen, e.g. peanuts/nuts, tuna. This includes Nutella.

PLEASE DO NOT SEND FOOD FOR YOUR CHILD’S CLASS FOR BIRTHDAYS OR SPECIAL OCCASIONS.

You may contact your child’s teacher for alternate options other than food. Please make sure that all caregivers are also aware of the food restrictions. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in making this a safe year for all our students. Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.

FUNDRAISING at SGL Throughout the year there will be events organized

in order to raise money that will go to the following:

• Classroom Trip- pay

for busses for each

class and

transportation for

cross country and

track and field

competitions

• Pay for Scientist in the

School Program

• Pay for special school presentations

• Renewal of Award Plaques Graduation

These events are raised through Pizza Lunches and

Special Events organized in the school. We thank

you in advance for your contributions.

Morning Drop off

Thank you to all the families for

helping us maintain safe arrival

procedures. PLEASE do not leave

your car in the driveway entry to

drop off to daycare or school. Please

continue to enter the driveway and

drop of your children at the walkway

area so that children can proceed

to walk down the walkway into the

school yard. If you require to enter

the school, please park your car.

The use of the crosswalk and the

traffic lights are the safest ways to

cross the road. The school has

applied for a crossing guard at the

cross walk. We are waiting for

review and approval.

Parent Teacher Interviews February 13th evening and February

14th morning.

Please schedule your appointment with

teachers. We encourage all children

to be present during interviews.

CARNAVAL at SGL

Bonhomme was at

St Gabriel

Lalemant on

Thursday Jan.

30th… what an

exciting day of

activities. Do

you know who is

bonhomme?

School Guidance Counsellor/ Teacher:

Ms. Shaloufe-Sanchez’s Message

January and February is a good time for students to reflect on goal-setting; looking at what they have already done well, and planning for what they would still like to accomplish by the end of the school year. In anticipation of the Term 1 report card, a focus on the Learning Skills continues to be encouraged for students of all grades. The online platform https://myblueprint.ca has excellent resources for students to create and reflect on goals for both academic and personal purposes. https://myblueprint.ca/support/resources/education-planner/LSeAJ1TjmEG6yMQkMqY2m/ I have included a couple of resources here that

Spots Available for Toddler and Preschooler

St. Gabriel Lalemant Early Years Learning

Operated by: Network Childcare Services A High-Quality Early Learning Childcare Centre (Toddler & Preschool Program) in your community.

We are proud to offer: *Quality assured Licensed Child Care *Qualified, experienced and dedicated early childhood professionals *Extended experiences in Music and Movement, Art and Drama *Fresh, nutritious, meals and snacks that meet City of Toronto Nutrition Criteria, catered to children’s individual dietary needs *Programs offering time from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm (we are closed only on the weekends and all Canadian Statutory Holidays)

For a tour of our Centre and a presentation of our program contact us at: 416 530 0722, Ext. 4056 or

Email us at: stgabriel.eyl@networkchildcare.com

Supervisor- Mariam Baroi

TCDSB Elementary School

Year Calendar 2019-2020

Family Day February 17, 2020

Mid-Winter Break March 16-20, 2020

Good Friday April 10, 2020

Easter Monday April 13, 2020

Victoria Day May 18, 2020

Last day of classes for

elementary students

June 25, 2020

Seven (7) Professional Activity (PA)

Days for ELEMENTARY schools:

February 14, 2020 Parent-Teacher Conferences

June 5, 2020 Assessment, Evaluation

and Reporting

June 26, 2020 Provincial Priorities

can help students with the development of self-regulation skills: http://www.gonoodle.com http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/childcare/selfRegulate.html The Program and Course calendar for the upcoming academic year will be made available on the Board website this winter. A link to the current edition can be found here: https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SchoolProgramsK12/GuidanceCoopEd/Documents/TCDSB2019- 2020StudentCourseCalendarWebMarch2019.pdf

We are currently in WAVE 3 of the Secondary School application/acceptance process. Please see the full timeline here: https://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/AdmissionsandRegistration/Pages/Secondary-School-Online-Application-Process-.aspx The new versions of the Transition Guide for Parents is available on the TCDSB website: https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/StudentSuccess/Documents/41999_TDCSB_PARENT_EBOOK_NOV28-19-r.pdf https://psychologyfoundation.org/Public/Resources/Every_Mind_Matters_Handouts_for_Parents/Public/Resources/EMM_Handouts_for_Parents/Every_Mind_Matters_Handouts.aspx?hkey=8388fe2e-d8e6-4acb-80ed-8d87aebae698 Ms. Shaloufe Sanchez Elementary Guidance Counsellor/Teacher Area 7 & 8

Scientist in School! How Cool! On Monday January 13th the grade 4 class had a scientist come to the class. As the class reported from multiple students… “It was a day we were made into physicists and worked at five different stations. We were in groups as we worked at the first station which was with gears. Here we learned how gears operate. At the second station we worked with some more gears. At the third station we worked with some different gears, one being the worm gear. The fourth station we worked with pulleys, fixed pulleys and movable pulleys. At the last station we learned about pulleys and mechanical advantages. We were certain that pulleys and gears make our lives easier. It was an awesome, hands on experience! “ -various Grade 4 students Through fundraising activities, these programs are brought free of charge to the students ($205). We appreciate your participation in pizza lunches and special fundraising events. -G. Iafrate, Principal

Parents and guardians play an important role in

supporting success when thinking, talking and problem

solving in math. For more great ideas about how to help

your child with mathematics visit the Ontario Ministry of

Education website (www.edu.gov.on.ca).

A great resource to check out is Doing Mathematics

with Your Child, Kindergarten - Grade 6, A Parent

Guide.

Working together to support your child’s success.

ST. BARNABAS PARISH NEWS

Daily Mass is at 9am every morning, Evening Mass on Wednesdays at 7pm. Evening Mass on First Fridays at 7pm. Saturdays 9am, 4:30pm Sundays 9am, 10:30am, 12:15pm, 7:00pm Each morning we have the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction, every morning starting at 8am, and Daily Confessions before Mass at 8:30am.

Do you know anyone who is interested in

becoming Catholic?

If you know someone who would like to be Baptized into the Catholic Faith and live in the Malvern Community, please have them contact the parish office at 416-298-0989, or come in to the office to register. For children who are 7years old to 17years old, and who have not received their Sacraments at the recommended ages, are required to complete the RCIC program in order to receive Sacraments at a later age. Please contact our parish office to see how you can enroll your children in the RCIC program, Tel: (416) 298-0989. Age to Receive Sacraments Baptism: after the birth of child First Holy Communion & First Reconciliation: 7yrs of age (Gr. 2) Confirmation: 12 yrs of age (Gr. 7)

ASH WEDNESDAY IS

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 26th, 2020

Morning Liturgy

St. Gabriel Lalemant Gym

ALL ARE WELCOME!

If you plan to attend, please call the school to confirm the time of the liturgy and distribution of ashes.

Grade 6 Class Visits Evergreen

Brick Works.

January 29th, Mr. Fanous’ Grade 6 class and Ms. Mauceri went to Evergreen Brick Works for an outdoor education program. They had an opportunity to develop their ecological literacy, build shelters, and roast apples on an open fire and skate around the outdoor evergreen garden. Their experience was memorable and helped build classroom community. The trip was graciously covered through a grant and not-for-profit organization- KIDS UP FRONT and the cost of the bus ($295) was provided through the school fundraising initiatives. Thank you for your continued support to our fundraising initiatives. -G. Iafrate, Principal

Safety Program Visits SGL

On Wednesday January 22nd the Bus Safety Program sponsored by the transportation office, schoolboard and Ministry, came to the school to educated JK to Grade 8 students on safety bus procedures on and off the bus. The program was very interactive and the students enjoyed a very informative and fun presentation.

P.E.A.C.E People Everywhere

Actually

Co-Existing Equally

Matthew Jones

“Testament” came to

SGL on January 28th to

share his message of

respect, acceptance, and love for the

each other through spoken word and

music. Our FDK to Grade 8 students

along with Sacred Heart’s Gr 4-8

students and staff were able participate

and listen to this worthy message. Thank

you to the student participation in the

fundraising initiatives in our school that

paid for this ‘shared’

presentation ($488).

The students really

enjoyed it!

-G. Iafrate, Principal

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

FOR SEPTEMBER 2020 FOR CHILDREN

BORN IN 2016 Dear Parents/Guardians;

Kindergarten Registration has begun!

Parents/guardians with children born in 2016 or earlier and who

will be enrolling in Kindergarten, have the opportunity to apply

on-line using the “Student On-line Admission and Registration”

platform known as S.O.A.R. and found at the following link:

http://soar.tcdsb.org

Parents will be able to complete an application for registration

from the convenience of their own home, the office, a public

library, or anywhere there is internet access, 24 hours a

day. The on-line application also offers access to translations in

different languages with built-in help functions and features.

As part of the registration process, school staff will meet with

parents. These meetings may be scheduled on the electronic

application or in person at the school. During the meeting,

school staff will verify the original documentation required for

registration. This consists of the following:

• Original Baptismal Certificate

• Birth Certificate and/or Passport

• Immunization record

• Proof of residence and

• Application for Direction of School

support.

Applications to register children in grades other than

Kindergarten can also be done on the online S.O.A.R.

application. Please share this information with any

parents/guardians with school aged children in the community.

For further information, please contact our school office at 416-

393-5377. For general inquires or further information you may

contact 416-222-8282 extension 5314 or visit our website at

www.tcdsb.org

Grade 6 and Grade 7/8 To watch the production

Stereotypes: I Am Not Your Expectations Cardinal Carter Catholic School of the Arts

This is a dramatic presentation that includes elements of dance, multi-media and spoken word to engage young people in thinking critically about issues connected to stereotyping and prejudice. The dialogue in the presentation’s two dramatized scenarios highlights stereotypes and prejudices about individuals of African descent and demonstrates the harmful and painful outcomes of social stigmatization. Inspiration for the content included in the play was taken from contributions made by a group of 20 Victoria Park C.I. students in a candid discussion about stereotypes and includes popular slang used by young Torontonians, making it accessible for youthful audiences and heightening engagement.

School Bus provided by the Equity,Diversity,Indigenous Ed &ComRltns office at TCDSB.

February 2020

Monthly Update From the Board

Important Information for Parents February’s Virtue is Love Please visit our website for the monthly resources connected to the virtue of the month. https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/VirtueoftheMonth/Pages/Default.aspx

TCDSB Is Hiring! Join the dynamic team at the Toronto Catholic District School Board where academic success and well-being go hand in hand with nurturing Catholic faith and values. Interested in exploring a career with TCDSB? Visit www.tcdsb.org/careers or contact hr.recruitment@tcdsb.org. Applications are being received at www.applytoeducation.com.

Special Education Advisory Committee Seeks Community Representatives SEAC is statutory Committee that makes recommendations to the Board on matters affecting the establishment and development of special education programs and services for exceptional pupils of the Board. SEAC membership includes three Elected Officials of the Board, up to 12 Members of Local Associations and one or more additional members from the community. Learn more: https://www.tcdsb.org/FORPARENTS/Pages/SEACSeeksCommunityRepresentatives.aspx

February is…

• African Canadian Heritage Month For a list of events and resources, visit: https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/AfricanCanadianHeritage/Pages/default.aspx

• Psychology Month https://www.tcdsb.org/programsservices/specialeducation/psychology/psychologymonth/Pages/Psychology-Month.aspx

• National Inclusive Education Month Learn more about the TCDSB’s Catholic Equity and Inclusive Education Policy: https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/Policies/Pages/hm24.aspx

• TCDSB Energy Conservation Month Click here for more information about Energy Conservation Month.

Other Dates to Note for February:

Winter Walk Day 2020 Winter Walk Day will be taking place this year on February 5, 2020. Winter Walk Day is an opportunity for all of us—students, staff, families—to focus on improved health and well-being, active lifestyles and building safer communities for everyone. Click here for more information.

Interfaith Harmony Week – February 1-7 https://www.tcdsb.org/board/nurturingourcatholiccommunity/news/2019-2020/pages/interfaithharmonyweek.aspx

Canadian School Counsellors Week - February 3-7 https://www.ccpa-accp.ca/chapters/school-counsellors/

International Day of the Girl in Science - February 11 http://www.un.org/en/events/women-and-girls-in-science-day/

St. Valentine’s Day - February 14 https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/News/2014-2015/Pages/St.-Valentine's-Day.aspx

System-wide PA Day - February 14

Family Day - February 17

TCDSB Northern Spirit Games - Feb 18-21 Click here for more information.

World Day of Social Justice – February 20

February 21 – International Language Instructors’ Appreciation Day

Shrove Tuesday - February 25

Ash Wednesday - February 26 Lent Begins: https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/Pages/Lent-and-Easter-Resources.aspx

February Meetings

• Thursday, February 6, 2020 - Student Achievement Committee

• Tuesday, February 11, 2020 – Governance and Policy Committee

• Thursday, February 13, 2020 – Corporate Services Committee

• Wednesday, February 19, 2020 – Special Education Advisory Committee

• Thursday, February 20, 2020 – Regular Board

• Monday, February 24, 2020 – Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education

Important Information for Parents

Labour Update Find the latest news and information about negotiations on the Board’s website at https://www.tcdsb.org/news/othernews/2020/pages/labourupdate.aspx

Coronavirus Stay up to date on the information shared by the Province of Ontario and Toronto Public Health https://www.tcdsb.org/forstudents/healthandsafety/pages/coronavirusinformation.aspx

For more information, visit www.tcdsb.org.

January Activities at SGL…