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* FAMILY BARBEQUE NIGHT - Thanks
to all the volunteers that helped with grilling, stuffing, serving,
shopping, selling tickets, raffling, DJing, face painting, faming,
setting up, taking down, cleaning and having fun!
Thanks as well to sponsors for the night who made
donations or gave us break the price.
* What's the latest in Holy Cross Athletics?
TRACK AND FIELD - Congratulations
to all the athletes that competed at the Divisional Track and Field
Meet on Wednesday. read more
* Grade 8 Ottawa Trip. The students enjoyed the
sites and sounds of our capital city. There was no time to get homesick
as the group was always on the move. Many thanks to Mrs. Robinson
and Mr. Centofanti for organizing this fabulous adventure.
* Brain Tumor Foundation: A total
of $ 57.26 was raised. Thank you for the people who donated. This
money will hep towards the research education and support for those
who are suffering from a brain tumor.
* 2008-2009 Budget Process: A budget consulation
meeting will be held of Monday, May 5, 2008 - 7:00 pm
at the Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard
Avenue East - 2nd Floor Board Room. read
more. .
* On April 22nd, our school community was
involved in the "Jump for Heart" and "Hoops
for Heart" campaigns for the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
It was a success, both as a fundraiser and a school event. The children
participating raised just over $ 4,000.00 for the foundation. Thank
you to our Student Council for running the events under the direction
of Mrs. Jensen and Mr. Centofanti.
* Please note that Holy Cross accepts gently used ADC (Appropriate
Dress Code) clothes. These clothes will be distributed to children
in need. You could drop off the ADC clothes at the office anytime
during the school year. Thank you.
* Tired of your child losing clothing and other items at
school? If you need to LABEL your child(ren)'s things, CSAC introduces
MABEL'S LABELS INC.
* Grade 8 Ottawa and Bloorview Trip (read
more...)
* It's Volunteer Recognition month in the TCDSB.
(read more...)
* EARTH HOUR - It was lights out and computers
off in Holy Cross on March 28th from 1 to 2 pm. The school participated
and registered for the Canadian participation count. For more Earth
Hour photos and information, visit
http://wwf.ca/EarthHour
* BILL 212 Update
* Message from the
principal regarding "Information Changes"
* Letter from Kevin Kobus, Director of Education regarding
CHANGES TO THE CODE OF CONDUCT
- English version
- Tagalog
version
- Spanish
version
* The documents listed below are posted as
draft copies. Holy Cross encourages parents of current students
to send in comments and suggestions for possible inclusion in the
final copies. All submissions will be considered confidential. For
your comments and suggestions, please use Holy Cross' ONLINE
FORM.
- Holy
Cross Code of Conduct
- Holy
Cross Parent's Handbook
* CSAC will be putting out a newsletter shortly.
* See what's latest on the Student
Council
* INSCHOOL WEAR
has a new website. They also have a seasonal sale. 20% off in all
stock merchandise. Saturday, February 9, 2008 to Saturday February
16, 2008 inclusive.
* STUDENT AWARDS Congratulations to the students
who were honored and acknowledged for their successes. Here are
the AWARD RECIPIENTS
* SAFE SCHOOL ACTION
TEAM The meet will begin shortly in order to begin
the work with the surveys and plans that need to be implemented
by within the near future. Mr. Cianfarani will be emailing the committee
to inform them of the date and time.
* Sacrament Preparation: Notices
will be sent home to all children in Grade 2 receiving the Sacrament
of Reconciliation and First Communion. Parents will be invited to
a meeting at the church outlining the requirements and procedures.
Grade 8 students will also be bringing home notices for the upcoming
parent meetings, enrolment mass and the date for the confirmation
mass and ceremony.
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* CSAC - June
16, 2008 will be CSAC's last meeting this school
year. Please join us in the Staffroom at 6:30 pm . Please
check out future meeting dates in the CSAC
page shortly.
* Summer
Camps--TCDSB to offer 13-day summer camp program during
July 2008 to students in grades 1-6
* Summer
School -Online registration for summer credit courses
as well as online courses begins May 13th at 5:00 p.m
* HEALTHY
SNACK DAYS IN JUNE 2008
(read more about Healthy Snack volunteers)
* PIZZA DAYS: June 6
and June 20. Orders for both days are due by June
3rd.
If you need a form click PIZZA
FORM. Remember to
have EXACT money and forms in by the due date. Mrs. Carpino needs
the total so she can order the correct number of pizzas. Students
are not allowed to buy slices on pizza day. If orders are not received
by the due date, pack your child a lunch on that day. Thank you.
* The SPRING SALE on April 19 has been cancelled.
You will be notified once a date is set.
* Board Games: We accept donations
of slightly used board games in order to provide the students with
activities during rainy days or inclement weather at recess times.
* We are currently updating our records. IF
YOU HAVE NOT RETURNED YOUR UPDATED FORM, PLEASE DO SO SOON!
Please read more here. Should
you have changes to contact numbers or address information for your
child, or if your child will be absent or will late from school,
please contact Mrs. Luciana Menotti (416) 393-5242. This is paramount
for the safety of our students.
* STAPLES
BUSINESS DEPOT's Recycle for Education Program
* JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION: Official registration
will take place the week of February 7/08. Parents can begin calling
the school the end of January for appointments. Click ADMISSIONS
for more information.
Lost and Found Articles: All articles not claimed
will be donated to the St. Vincent de Paul Society in June.
* Message to Parents/Guardians
regarding Lockdown Procedures.
* Special Programs: Students who are struggling
with academics are able to take advantage of special programs in
the school.
* It is very important for parents to drop off children
by 9:00 am so as not to interfere with your child's program.
* Please do not use the staff parking lot for dropping-off
or picking up your child. It should be done in the school yard.
* Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately
for the cold weather with hats, gloves, scarves, boots and please
bring indoor shoes and an extra pair of socks.
* Please ensure that your child(ren) are also appropriately
dressed following the Appropriate
Dress Code. We will be more vigilant in the coming
New Year and will be contacting parents in regards to the dress
code.
* All school visitors are to use the front school
entrance off Memorial Park and report into the office.
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