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St. Dorothy Catholic School
(elementary)

155 John Garland Boulevard, Etobicoke, Ontario M9V 1N7

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Total enrolment 356
Principal Wendy Agnew
Tel: 416-393-5341 Fax: 416-393-5077
Superintendent Paul Crawford
Tel: 416-222-8282 Ext 2732 
Parish St. Andrew Church
2547 Kipling Avenue
Etobicoke, Ontario  M9V 3A8
416-749-4391
www.consolata.ca/standrew/en/
Local Trustee Joseph Martino
Tel: 416-512-3401; Fax: 416-512-3401
e-mail: joseph.martino@tcdsb.org
CSAC Chair Donna Zorbas
Voice Mailbox #88341
csac.stdorothy@tcdsb.org
Child Care 416-745-3222
Transportation For information, please call 416-229-5313
Nutrition Program Yes
Senior Kindergarten Full Day
Parenting/Family Literacy Centre Hours: 8 a.m.-12 noon
416-393-5341

History & Tradition

St. Dorothy Catholic School opened its doors for the first time in September, 1969, with a student population of 244. The school was established to serve the ever-increasing population in the Albion Road/Martingrove Road area of Rexdale, and to relieve the overpopulated neighbouring schools--St. Benedict and St. Andrew. The school is one of seven schools being served by St. Andrew's Parish, including two secondary schools. The school continued to grow and serve the Catholic population in the area, and in 1982, with the support of the Parent Teacher Association, an addition was added to provide for the needs of more than 900 students.

In September 1993, a new school, Holy Child Catholic School, was established to serve students living on the west side of Highway 27, and for a time operated out of St. Dorothy's School building. As a result, St. Dorothy's school enrollment had declined to 465 students, all of whom live east of Highway 27. Holy Child moved to its new facility during the 1995-96 school year.

St. Dorothy Catholic School is named after a fourth century saint

The History of St. Dorothy 

St. Dorothy lived in Caesarea in ancient Palestine. 

When the Governor Sapricius came to Caesarea, he tried to persuade Dorothy to praise and, adore false gods by offering to marry her, but Dorothy refused and replied that Christ was the only one she loved. As a result he tortured her. 

Two women who had lost their faith, tried everything they could, to lead her to sin and away from Christ, but instead, Dorothy led them back to Christ! 

Dorothy endured more torture and was sentenced to be executed. 

It was in the middle of winter when Dorothy was being led to her death and a lawyer named Theophilus, hired to make false accusations against Christians, called Dorothy names and made fun of her. He dared her to send him apples or roses from the garden of heaven where she was going.  

Dorothy agreed to do so and whil praying before her execution, an angel appeared and handed Theophilus a basket containing three roses and three apples. 

Theophilus was converted; he said yes to Jesus and began to follow Him and in the end, he too, gave up his life for his faith. 

We ask St. Dorothy to pray for us that we may have the strength to follow Jesus with the same love and courage as she did. 

St. Dorothy, patron Saint of our school pray for us!

How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students

SCHOOL OBJECTIVES 

The school staff welcomes parents and students to a new academic year. We hope that the 2005-2006 year at St. Dorothy will be a rich and rewarding experience in terms of spiritual, social, emotional, academic and physical development.

We, the staff of the Toronto Catholic District School Board, believe the work of the Catholic educators should engender a feeling of self worth, self-discipline and respect for both the student and educator. Our intent is to provide a community where Catholic values are respected both in theory and in practice. We feel that the total environment of school will be one in which students and staff will experience living in a genuine Christian Community where respect, love, faith and equality are practiced.

We recognize that parents are the first and foremost models of Christian discipline for children.  We will ask that parents remain in close contact with us and play a vital part in supporting our code of behavior.

These guidelines of student conduct are meant to help students develop self-discipline. We expect these guidelines to lead to a greater understanding of responsibility, trust, respect and decision making. We have set very high yet realistic expectations for our students and feel that with a joint effort among parents, students and staff, we can learn and grow.

The guidelines that follow apply on school property, on the bus and at all school sponsored activities.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE 

The Education Act states that students must attend school regularly and be punctual.  In order to track a pupil’s attendance at school, parents and/or guardians are requested to contact the school either by telephone or by note if the student will be absent. Only the initial call is necessary in the case of a stated prolonged absence.  Please call the school office at 416-393-5341. If a child has not arrived at school and a phone call has not been received, the secretary will attempt to contact parents by telephone.

PUNCTUALITY 

All students are expected to be punctual and to adhere to school hours. Upon entry, students should be seated quickly and prepare for morning announcements. Attendance is taken daily.  Late students should report to the office. Persistent tardiness may result in a discussion, consultation or other consequence, which may involve parents, school board attendance counselor and/or other appropriate personnel.

LUNCH 

Students staying for lunch will eat lunch in their designated areas.  Students are expected to clean up their own garbage.  Students are expected to remain on school property, and are under the direct supervision of school personnel.  Students are not to leave the schoolyard during lunch hour without permission from the office.

MEDICATION 

For safety reasons, no child should bring any form of medication to school without prior approval from the office. If medication is determined necessary, there is a form that must be filled out by your doctor to indicate that this must be taken during the school hours.  The container must be clearly labeled with names (child, parent, and doctor), phone numbers and directions. Please contact the school to address individual student needs in this regard.

EARLY SCHOOL DISMISSAL 

Every effort should be made to schedule appointments outside of school hours.  Students who are required to leave at some point during the school day must bring a note from home verifying the appointment. In event of illness or injury, every effort will be made to contact parents.

It is extremely important that parents provide us with accurate phone numbers for home and work and notify us of any changes, enabling us to make contact in emergency situations. 

DRESS CODE 

Students are expected to wear the school uniform. The following guidelines should be observed.

  • Headgear is not to be worn inside the school.

  •  Jewelry, bandanas, hair styles, inappropriate body piercing, body art, tattoos or clothing that do not reflect the school’s Belief Statements and Gospel Values are discouraged.

  • For physical education, teachers may request students to wear a T-shirt, shorts and running shoes.

  • Make-up is not permitted to be worn in school or on school excursions.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 

All students are encouraged to participate in all school activities. Participating in sports and cultural activities outside of the classroom promotes the development of social, intellectual and physical skills as well as citizenship skills. The general rules regarding respect for authority, property and peers apply in all of these activities.

It is our aim to foster a healthy respect and appreciation for physical development and well-being, as well as to promote those activities which encourage these attitudes.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS, TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS 

We are very fortunate to live in an area, which has an interesting history and varied locations of interest in our immediate surroundings. Teachers are encouraged to make use of the world beyond the classroom as to stimulate and reinforce learning.

These programs and excursions usually involve some cost to the students. On occasion there is a cost for transportation and admission. We do our utmost to keep these costs to a minimum. We ask for your co-operation and support for all of these ventures, as they have a significant value in the overall education of your children. 

RULES OF SCHOOL BUS SAFETY AND BEHAVIOUR 

Students will be picked up and discharged at designated stops only. The safety of the student is the responsibility of the parent until pick-up and after drop-off at designated stops.

On entering the bus, students will take a seat promptly and remain seated for the duration of the route. Respectful manners and appropriate language and behavior are expected. There is no eating or drinking on the bus.  The driver’s instructions must be obeyed at all times.

A student guilty of misconduct will be reported to the principal. The principal has the authority to revoke transportation privileges when a pupil fails to adhere to the designated rules of conduct.

The bus is considered an extension of the school.  The same rules of respect and responsibility apply. 

NOT TAKING THE BUS 

Parents are reminded that it is our expectation that children who qualify for transportation will make regular use of the service. Please notify the office in writing if on occasion your child will not be taking the bus home.  All children are expected to go home on the bus unless prior written notification from parents has been received. 

Too often children get confusing verbal messages about which days they are going to be picked up by parents. For safety reasons, we require a note since we cannot necessarily verify that a telephone caller is indeed legitimate. We, at school, are stressing bus safety and appropriate behavior, and we ask that you reinforce this for the well being of your children. 

STANDARD OF BEHAVIOUR 

Resolution of Conflict 

The Toronto Catholic District Schools strive to have their students realize that physical and verbal aggression is not a socially acceptable method of resolving conflicts. The schools will develop social skills in our students that will promote a secure learning environment free from physical or mental intimidation.

BULLYING

Definition of Bullying

Bullying behavior is defined as any repeated verbal, physical or psychological action or implied action intended to cause harm, fear or distress to another person.   A victim of bullying has a difficult time defending him or herself.   Bullying may be carried out directly through physical or verbal means, or indirectly through relational bullying.

All forms of bullying are unacceptable behaviors.

Responsibilities of Students, Staff, and Parents

  • Ensure the school environment is one of respect, dignity, and trust, consistent with the Gospel Values

  • Show care and concern for others

  • Refuse to bully others

  • Show responsibility by immediately reporting acts of bullying

Caring bystanders are the key to stopping bullying!

Effects of Bullying

Children may develop long term, serious problems as a result of bullying or victimization.   It is critical that appropriate support and intervention strategies be provided to help bullies, victims, and all students to build positive relationships with their peers. 

Consequences

Our school must have procedures in place for investigating bullying issues.   Consequences will range from apologies to serious sanctions involving parents, to suspensions --- depending on the frequency, intensity and severity of each situation.

In keeping with the teachings of Jesus Christ, the goal of all the schools is to strive to create a safe, caring and supportive school environment, free from any type of bullying, for all members of our school community.

Respect for Peers

Students are expected to show respect for the rights of others at all times. Physical and/or verbal harassment will not be tolerated, allowing each student the right to an education free of fear and discrimination.

Students who are being harassed are encouraged to seek assistance. Harassment will be handled by the teacher and will involve contact with the home.

RULES FOR THE SCHOOL PLAYGROUND

  • Be courteous and show respect for the rights of others.

  • Play in your designated areas of the school playground.

  • Refrain from rough play. Keep your hands and feet to yourself.

  • Skateboards, scooters, in-line skates, bats, hard ball of any kind and dangerous materials or objects are not permitted to be used on school property.

  • Report any injuries or incidents of harassment to the teachers or person in charge on supervision duty.

  • Obtain permission before entering the school during recess breaks and lunch.

  • The throwing of snow, sticks or stones is not allowed.

  • Use of inappropriate language will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Minor infractions will be dealt with by the teachers or persons assigned to supervision duty.  Any serious or repeated infractions will be reported to the office, which may result in loss of student privileges. Parents may also have to be contacted.

We use conflict resolution strategies and negotiating skills to help students take responsibility for their own actions.  These are encouraged at school, which is a safe, supportive environment for everyone. Practicing these skills and strategies provides an awareness of options and the confidence to approach a dispute from the perspective of a Catholic student. 

RESPECT FOR PROPERTY 

The school buildings, contents, (i.e. desks, texts, library books, gym equipment, etc.) and grounds deserve the same respect as one’s personal property. If students vandalize school property or lose school materials, they will be subject to making restitution for the cost of repair or replacement.  

Students are encouraged not to bring valuables or other forms of private property to school.

School News

June 26
PA Day

St. Dorothy Catholic Elementary School is Awarded The TCSB Employees Credit Union School Community Award
The Angel Foundation for Learning extends a sincere congratulations to St. Dorothy Catholic Elementary School for winning the TCSB Employees Credit Union School Community Award. The $500.00 award will be presented at to the school during Education Week.

The proposal, formulated by Christine Story, teacher at St. Dorothy, outlines that the school is developing school spirit and building community by incorporating the virtue for each month as presented in the Follower of Christ program. Every student at the school received a wrist band listing the ten virtues and students are recognized daily for demonstrating the virtues in their actions. The program encourages school spirit, community building and allows the students to strive to be better Followers of Christ.

The funds from the TCSB ECU School Community Award will be used to purchase books that will increase knowledge of various cultures and that are related to the virtues being promoted.

The TCSB ECU School Community Award is given to an elementary school that promotes school spirit in an effort to forge stronger relationships within the school community as well as to build a stronger school community overall. Through the TCSBECU School Community Award, the Credit Union wishes to encourage schools to emulate the qualities that they so highly value – Catholicity, trust, integrity, philanthropy, community, compassion and charity.

St. Dorothy Playground a Great Success
It began with the vision, determination and hard work of a parent council, the collaboration of a trustee and the efforts and enthusiasm of the students, staff and community at St. Dorothy Catholic School that made the restructuring of the playground a great success.  The re-surfaced pavement, the freshly painted lines, the installation of benches, the basketball court with new rims and backboards and a wonderful play structure have made the St. Dorothy playground a fun and welcoming place.

The official opening and blessing of the playground was celebrated on November 20th with Trustee Joseph Martino, Father Carlos Sierra and Superintendent Paul Crawford.

The ribbon cutting

Children enjoy the new play structure

Parenting and Family Literacy Centre Opens
St. Dorothy's is pleased to announce the opening of a Parent and Family Literacy Centre at the school this year. Loocated in culturally diverse and high-needs neighbourhoods, the centres focus on building children's literacy and numeracy skills through stories, music, reading and playing. Staff also engage parents in their children's learning and can link families with appropriate community resources for special needs, health and other related services.

Cutting the cake.

Cutting the ribbon to the centre.

The children enjoy some games while they wait for the official ceremonies to get underway.

TAPCE Commissioning Ceremony and presentation of Principal of Excellence Award
The Toronto Association of Parents in Catholic Education recently hosted its annual TAPCE Commissioning Ceremony of Catholic School Advisory Council Liaison Representatives to the Toronto affiliate of the Ontario Association of Parents in Catholic Education. This celebration of Catholic education focuses on the support and encouragement TAPCE provides to parents and guardians of children in the school system. One of the highlights of the evening was the presentation of the 2006-2007 Principal Award of Excellence to individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to their school to help ensure a quality education for his/her students. This individual is one who works collaboratively with parents, and who combines passion with the ability to lead, challenge and support dignity for an inclusive environment. This year’s nominees are: Rosanne Morris from St. Louis, Pasquale Tari from Blessed John XXIII, Linda Alonzi from St. Charles Garnier, Lenore Wesierski from Transfiguration of Our Lord, Gerard MacNeil from St. Agatha, Bill Zyla from Josyf Cardinal Slipyj, Jane Cramer from St. Victor, Wendy Agnew from St. Dorothy, Thad Baker from The Divine Infant, John Shea from St. Clare, Dianne Parwicki from Father John Redmond, Carmela Giardini from Mary Ward and Lillian Kurnik from Holy Angels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

School Learning Plan -- 2007-2008




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