November 1st

All Saints' Day is a solemn holy day of the Catholic Church celebrated annually on November 1st. The day is dedicated to the saints of the Church, that is, all those who have attained heaven. The saints also give us a model of holiness. The charity they lived on Earth lives on. The witness of their love and sacrifice was not just a one time act in history. Rather, charity is living and continues to have an effect for the good. Therefore, the charity and witness of the saints lives on and affects our lives. This charity in their lives creates a bond with us, a communion. It enables us to love them, admire them and want to follow their example. It is this, coupled with their continuing intercession, that establishes a powerful bond of love and union with us.

November 2nd

All Souls’ Day is a holy day set aside for honouring the dead. All Souls’ Day, which is observed on November 2nd, is dedicated to those who have died and not yet reached heaven. Catholics believe that through the prayers of the faithful on Earth, the dead are cleansed of their sins so they may enter into heaven.

Feast of All Souls Prayer for The Holy Souls Heavenly Father, in union with the merits of Jesus and Mary, We offer to You for the sake of the poor souls all the satisfactory value of our works during life, as well as all that will be done for us after death. Amen.

St. Jude acknowledges that we are on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Mississauga is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.

Today, the city of Mississauga, is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island, and we are grateful to work on this land.

Tkaronto (meaning “the place in the water where the trees are standing”), is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island, and we are grateful to work on this land.

175 Nahani Way, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3J6

Phone: 905 568 3720

Fax: 905 568 0631

Thomas Thomas - Ward Mississauga Ward 5

Trustees

Mario Pascucci,

Bruno Iannicca,

Anisha Thomas

Stefano Pascucci,

Luz del Rosario,

Brea Corbet,

Thomas Thomas,

Darryl D’Souza,

Paula Dametto-Giovannozzi

Herman Viloria

Shawn Xaviour

Dulcie Belchior - Mississauga East Family of Schools.

School Parish

St. Francis Xavier

Pastor – Fr. Andrew Cyruk

A person of Conscience:

Chooses to do the right thing, even when it is hard.

Takes time to think and pray before making decisions.

Knows that their actions and decisions affect all those around them.

Thinks of others before themselves.

Extracurricular activities continue to keep staff and students busy. A huge thank you to Mr. Palmieri, Mr. Silva, Mrs. Lanzalone and Mr. Embrack for coaching the Junior Volleyball teams and the Cross-Country team. The Intermediate Volleyball teams, coached by Mr. Protomanni and have begun practicing in preparation for the upcoming pod tournament in November. Mrs. Coulas, with the help of staff, has already organized several successful events - Halloween Dance and activities, Thanksgiving Food Drive and Pumpkin Decorating events. On October 28th, the community of St. Jude had the priviliage of hearing the St. Jude choir, under Mme. Markic's direction during our St. Jude Feast Day Mass and Celebration. We were very blessed to have them share their many gifts with us during our St. Jude Feast Day Celebration led by Father Andrew Cyruk from St. Francis Xavier Parish.

The first week in November is Treaties Recognition Week and was introduced to recognize and understand the importance of treaty education, helping everyone in Ontario learn about treaties. Treaties negotiated in Ontario over the past 250 years are the foundation of the relationship between governments and Indigenous peoples. They represent a mutual commitment to building a prosperous future for everyone. Historical treaties are important to the ongoing relationship between the Crown and First Nations and are still relevant today. By building understanding of these agreements, we are moving towards reconciliation with Indigenous people.

November 8th is marked as Indigenous Veterans Day. For years, Canadians have set aside the 11th Day of November to remember the sacrifices of soldiers who fought for Canada and the British Commonwealth in global conflicts that took place in foreign lands. Most Canadians are not aware of the contributions made by Indigenous Warriors in those military campaigns, nor of the crucial role they played during the War of 1812 -- the only war ever fought on Canadian soil. Every year on November 11 – Remembrance Day, Canadians pause in a silent moment of remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace.

Electronic Delivery of Progress Reports As we approach the time of year when Progress Reports are distributed, we would like to remind you of the change in how we will be delivering student Report Cards, as shared with you in June. We have transitioned to an electronic delivery system. This means that your child's Report Cards, including the November 12th Progress Report (Gr. 1-8) / Communication of Learning (FDK) will be sent directly to your child’s registered DPCDSB student email account. To access the report cards, you will need your child's student number. Their student number is their email address. For example: 123456789@educ.dpcdsb.org. This is the same number that they use to log into their computers at school. Your child's student number is recorded in the front of their agenda for your reference. For FDK students, please check their communication bag. All progress report cards will be emailed to families by 3:00 p.m. on November 12th. Thank you for your patience as we work through this new process to enhance communication between the school and our valued parents and guardians. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the office.

Dufferin-Peel CDSB has purchased an online booking system for parent interviews. Parents/caregivers will receive an email with the event code. Using this event code, parents can make, change or cancel their own appointments. Parent requested interviews will be open for booking on November 12th at 4:00 p.m., once parents have had an opportunity to view their child’s Grade 1-8 Progress Report / FDK Communication of Learning.

Distinctive expectations for graduates of Catholic schools are determined and shaped by the vision and destiny of the human person emerging from our faith tradition. This Christian anthropology or world view, reveals the dignity and value of the person. Our tradition tells us God creatively and lovingly calls each of us into the wonder of life, sustaining us by the power of the Holy Spirit, throughout the human journey, into life eternal. We acknowledge that the journey includes moments of brokenness and sin. We recognize in the person of Jesus, the risen Christ, the human face of God sharing our life in order to heal us of our brokenness and liberate us from sin. This Christian vision of the human journey is best understood within the context of relationship. It is accomplished in community, in solidarity with brothers and sisters in the Church and beyond. Catholic education views human life as an integration of body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in this vision, Catholic education fosters the search for knowledge as a lifelong spiritual and academic quest. The expectations of Catholic graduates, therefore, are described not only in terms of knowledge and skills, but in terms of values, attitudes and actions. Vision of the Learner - The Graduate is expected to Be: · A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith community who celebrates the signs and sacred mystery of God's presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living. · An effective communicator who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of gospel values. · A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who solves problems and makes responsible decisions with an informed moral conscience for the common good. · A self-directed, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates their God-given potential.

This year, St. Jude Catholic Elementary School is requesting voluntary donations as the major fundraising effort for the 2024-2025 academic year. If you are able, PLEASE donate now if you have not already by clicking on the link below. In order for St. Jude to achieve our fundraising goals, a suggested donation is $50 per family, but ANY CONTRIBUTION is welcome in helping us to achieve our goal of 100% family participation.

Thank you for your continued to support.

DONATIONS 2024-2025

Catholic School Council We are grateful for the initiative taken by our CSC members for the 2024-2025 school year: Gloria Ackerman - Co Chair | Joycey Romeo - Co Chair | Nancy Chiu - Secretary | Simon Chiu - Treasurer | Joycey Romeo - OAPCE Rep | Michelle Varella - Parish Rep | C. Daniel – Principal

DPCDSB offers the full-day Kindergarten program in 125 Catholic elementary schools in Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Bolton and Orangeville. Elementary school admissions are open to Catholic children and children of Catholic parents. Kindergarten students must be at least 4 years of age by December 31 of the school year for which they are registering.

• All elementary schools are currently accepting new online registrations for 2023-24 and 2024-25​ unless specified below.
• St. Sofia Catholic Elementary School: Similar to 2023-2024, enrolment at St. Sofia is paused for the 2024-2025 school year except for new Junior Kindergarten (JK) students. A cap of 60 students has been set for new JK students registering for September 2024. ​​
• For information about Kindergarten Registration for the St. James Catholic Global Learning Centre, visit the St. James C.E.S. website.
• To find out which Catholic school is in your area, use the Peel Region and Dufferin County Find My School tools or contact the Planning Department at 905-890-0708 ext. 24440
• If you are applying for admissions under 'Flexible Boundaries', please contact the school office directly.
• Elementary Student Transfer Request Form (for current DPCDSB students)
• DPCDSB's Entry Planning and Transition Information Session for students with Differing Abilities will be held on January 24, 2024. Event Flyer / Registration Link
• Entry Planning Form for Students with Differing Abilities Form
  Completion of this form should only be done after parents/guardians have completed the online registration process. This form should only be completed for students who have higher needs (e.g. a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, medical needs, needs requiring equipment or specialized services, speech, vision or hearing needs, etc.)

For more information about admissions and requirements, parents/guardians should contact their school directly or the Admissions Department at 905-890-1221 or admissions@dpcdsb.org.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

1. Create an account on the Online Application System.
   How to Create an Account: Quick Reference Guide
2. ​Once you have created an account, complete and submit the Online Application Form​​.
   ​How to Register Online: Quick Reference Guide
3. Receive email confirmation acknowledging receipt of the online Application Form with further instructions if supporting documentation was not submitted online. (See below for a complete list).
4. Entry Planning Form for Students with Differing Abilities
   Completion of this form should only be done after parents/guardians have completed the online registration process. This form should only be completed for students who have higher needs (e.g. a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, medical needs, needs requiring equipment or specialized services, speech, vision or hearing needs, etc.)

“Oral health is an important part of a child’s overall health. Peel Public Health is providing free dental

screening, as required by the Ontario Ministry of Health, for students in grades JK, SK, 2, 7 on November

15, 2024. Please note that dental screening may be completed earlier than the expected end date. A

dental screening is a quick assessment by a registered dental hygienist who will take a look inside your

child's mouth. A separate, sterilized mouth mirror is used for each child. It identifies children who may be in need of dental care. After the dental screening, a form with the results will go home with every child screened. If a child is identified with a dental condition requiring immediate dental treatment, the parent may be contacted by a dental staff member. A re-screening may be required. Complete the form you received from the school to indicate whether or not you want your child to participate in the free dental screening.”

Permission to leave school premises for lunch on any day that has not been specified in the 2024-2025 Verification forms will only be accepted from email addresses on your child's student profile. Please email school as early as possible to avoid delays with verification. Notifications can be to JUDEE - Info Mailbox St.JudeCatholicElementaryInfo@dpcdsb.org

Both the Communication of Learning: Initial Observations and the Progress Report will be delivered to parents/guardians on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. These are not formal Report Cards and students will not be receiving letter grades indicating achievement of overall expectations.

Interviews will only take place if requested either by the teacher or the parent (they are not mandatory). In-Person Meetings, Virtual Meetings and Calls, 10-15 minutes in length, will begin on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Teachers will do their best to accommodate your request.

As the colder weather approaches we are noticing an increase in the number of students who are arriving at school by car. We kindly remind parents to use the Kiss and Ride efficiently. Please kindly pull-up as far as possible to allow for as many cars to access the kiss and ride area. In addition, please do not park or leave your car along the kiss and ride lane.

We also ask that students come prepared for their day in appropriate clothing. Students will be provided space to safely store indoor shoes as cold weather footwear becomes necessary. Please note, students spend a minimum of 2 periods outdoors for outdoor learning time, plus 40 minute lunch recess time. As such, it is critical that students come dressed for the weather. Here are a few helpful tips for dressing for the cold.

Ontario has designated the week beginning on the third Sunday of November as Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week to help promote safe schools and a positive learning environment.

During Bullying Awareness and Prevention Week – November 18-22, 2024 – Ontario students, school staff and parents are encouraged to learn more about bullying and its effect on student learning and well-being.

Bullying is defined as a form of repeated, persistent and aggressive behaviour directed at an individual or individuals that is intended to cause (or should be known to cause) fear and distress and/or harm to another person's body, feelings, self-esteem or reputation. Bullying occurs in a context where there is a real or perceived power imbalance.

Treaties Recognition Week helps students, faculty, staff, and the public learn about treaties from diverse Indigenous perspectives and encourages greater understanding of the importance of treaties in Ontario. Treaties negotiated in Ontario over the past 250 years are the foundation of the relationship between governments and Indigenous peoples. They represent a mutual commitment to building a prosperous future for everyone. Historical treaties are important to the ongoing relationship between the Crown and First Nations and are still relevant today. By building understanding of these agreements, we are moving towards reconciliation with Indigenous people.

Principal - C. Daniel

Head Office Administrator - M. Finelli-Kiru

JK/SK - Di Pasquale/Belluz

1 - M. Santoro/C. Nasello

2/3 - A. Karabulut/R. Graveline

3/4 - B. Embrack

4/5 - A. Patimisco/Marziliano

5/6 - A. Palmieri

7 - T. Protomanni

8 - Ciolli

5/6 FI - A. De Sario

6/7 FI - O. Anihouvi

8 FI - A. Markic

FSL - E. Karczewska

CARE - M. Stonious/Ercolani (CYW)

SERC - P. Carnovale

Planning Time - S. Lanzalone

Planning Time/Library - H. Egwuenu

ERW 1 - C. Da Silva

ERW 2 - A. Wazny

CYW - K. Cropper

Social Worker - A. Garber

Psychologist - R. Jardine

Speech-Language Pathologist - M. Nella

8:30 - 8:45 - Soft entry of students to limit contact and congestion at entry points.

10:05 - 10:20 - Morning Recess (indoors)

11:43 - 12:43 - Lunch Recess (20 minute outdoor/mask break in assigned cohort. 40 min.lunch)

2:05 - 2:20 - Afternoon Recess (indoors)

3:15 - K-8 dismissal

When a student receives an injury/bump to the head (however minor), it is a Board Policy that we inform parents. You will be contacted by phone, a phone message will be left at one of your contact numbers. This is precautionary only and we ask that you check your child when they get home for any signs of a concussion or illness.

At St. Jude school we encourage our students to use our water refill stations. Please bring in your reusable water bottles.

Learning potential increases through small, frequent drinks of water throughout the day. Water is important for almost every process that takes place in the body. Drinking water regularly through the school day helps to:

• Improve learning and concentration.

• Prevent tooth decay.

• Reduce feelings of thirst, tiredness and irritability.

• Prevent short and long term health problems.

We can get H20 from beverages and food. Our bodies absorb water from beverages and from foods like yogurt, soup and watery fruits and vegetables

The Ministry of Education states that it is the responsibility of each parent to ensure that his/her child be in attendance and at scheduled activities on time and with the proper materials required for full participation. At St. Jude School, we teach children to be on time for their scheduled classes. Regular and punctual online or in-person attendance on the part of the student is vital to the process of learning. Students who are habitually late or absent for class will miss essential parts of the program. Also, when a child is late, the entire class is disrupted and program is affected for all. It is essential that your child be punctual in order to achieve maximum success. Please reinforce the importance of promptness with your child. Should your child have a legitimate reason to be late or absent at any time, please provide them with a written note to assist us in appropriate follow-up. Frequent late arrivals or absences without appropriate reason from parents/guardians may result in a phone call, letters home, and if necessary an attendance conference. We want to work together with you to provide support in ensuring your child is successful at school. Thank you in advance for your support.

BYOD– Bring Your Own Devices

Our vision of education in Dufferin-Peel Catholic schools is rooted in the gospel values of faith, hope and love. All sectors of society, including the education sector, must work to keep pace with our rapidly changing world. Our teaching and learning environments - our schools and classrooms - must continue to change and adapt to ensure that our students continue to succeed. Our students and staff are already engaged as 21st century learners, living and shaping ways of being, becoming and belonging in our world. St. Jude School is a PED ready school. DPCDSB Personal Electronic Device Use form with Wi-Fi Network Student Agreement will be signed for all new registrations. It is also be available on our website for download. Please read it over and have yourself and your child sign it so that they may bring their devices to school to be used for educational purposes as directed by staff.

Personal Electronic Devices on Board Premises and/or Board Sanctioned Events for Educational Purposes:

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board acknowledges the value of the use of technology for learning. Students are permitted to register and use personal electronic devices (PEDs) on board premises and/or board sanctioned events for educational purposes, under the direction of staff and only with parent/guardian permission (GF 066, Network User Application and Agreement). Students may register their PED for the purpose of connecting to the board wireless network. Students are required to adhere to the student “Personal Electronic Device Used with WI-FI Network Student Agreement” and the “Network User Application and Agreement.” Please be advised that the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board will not be responsible for any cost incurred through the use of personal data plans.

PEDs are to be used responsibly and should not interfere with learning; their use must comply with the Catholic Code of Conduct, board policies and procedures. Any personal communications (i.e., phone calls, text messages, etc.) will continue to be directed through the main office. Failure to comply with these guidelines may result in a loss of PED privileges and/or any other consequences deemed necessary by school administration.

The school principal may authorize limited acceptable uses of personal electronic devices during school-sanctioned activities for a specific designated purpose outside of instructional spaces and/or in common areas.

Students are responsible for the safety and security of PEDs at all times and the Board assumes no responsibility for lost, damaged or stolen devices.

MOVING to School CashOnline

Please follow the link below to register online - it takes less than two minutes!

https://dpcdsb.schoolcashonline.com

You will need your child’s name and date of birth. Use of student number is optional.

Should you encounter any difficulties, you can use the parent help desk at 1 (866) 961-1803 or the support link on the school cash online website.

PAY WITH: Credit Card or Debit Card

1. Create Your Profile:

Go to https://dpcdsb.schoolcashonline.com/ and click on "Get Started Today".

2. Confirm Your Email:

Check your inbox for the email confirmation and click on the link inside. Sign in with your new login details.

3. Add a Student

Click "Add Student" and fill in the required fields with your child’s details:

1. School Board name

2. Select a school

3. Legal First Name

4. Legal Last Name

5. Birth Date (Month/Day/Year)

If your child has a medical condition, please ensure that the school is aware of it by submitting the proper forms and medication as soon as possible.

Parents are responsible for ensuring that all medications and forms are updated for any student who requires medication to be administered at school. If your child requires medication, please have the necessary forms completed and return them, along with any medication, to the office as soon as possible. Please remember to check the expiry dates of all medication before bringing them to school.