Highlights For June

5– PA DAY

23– Report Cards Sent Home

25– Last Day of School

26– PA DAY

STAY SAFE, STAY HOME

STAY STONG!

Virtual Parent Council Meeting

Tuesday June 16th @ 6pm

All parents are welcome to attend

Send an email request to be invited to: Mr. Howlett

brett.howlett@tcdsb.org

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Virtue of the Month: Faithfulness

God, we trust that you are good and do good.

Teach us to be your faithful people in this time of

global crisis. Help us to follow in the footsteps of

our faithful shepherd, Jesus, who laid down his life

for the sake of love. Glorify his name as you equip

us with everything needed for doing your will.

Amen

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION

Pope Francis is an eco-friendly school:

The newsletter is only available in electronic form.

If you would like a newsletter sent to your email, please send a request to: brett.howlett@tcdsb.org

The newsletter is also accessible via the school website:

If you wish to receive a paper copy please contact your child’s teacher, or the office.

Catholic Parent Involvement Committee

(CPIC):

www.tcdsb.org/cpic

School Website:

https://www.tcdsb.org/schools/

popefrancis/Pages/default.aspx

Contacts

Pope Francis School

319 Ossington Ave

M6J 3A6

416-393-5347

Principal:

Mr. B. Howlett

Superintendent:

Mr. J. Shanahan

Trustee:

Mr. N. Di Pasquale

Secretary:

Ms. M. Fowler

Parish Church:

Fr. Francis Walter

St. Francis of Assisi

Church

72 Mansfield Ave

Toronto, Ontario,

Canada

M6J 2B2

CSAC Chair

Ms. Almeida

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Rooted in Christ: We Beleive

School Masses/Sacraments will occur on the following dates:

All parents are welcome to attend.

All Masses are at St. Francis of Assisi Church

Postponed until further notice

1st Holy Communion

Postponed until further notice

Confirmation

Postponed until further notice

Regular Masses at St. Francis of Assisi Church

Postponed until further notice

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Happy Birthday!!

Everyday in the announcements students are recognized for their birthday.

During our distance learning we would like to wish a happy birthday to the fol-

lowing students.

March

9– Anthony T.

11– Jacob V.

12– Matthew L.

13– Elijah V.

17– Romeyo H.

19– Sophia D.

20– Sarah A. &

Genesis M.

23– Mason D.

25– Maria A.

April

4– Olivia L.

10– Emma M.

12– Nathaniel D.

13– Brianna M.

15– Lillian G.

17– Katelyn N.

21– Tristan B.

22– Justina D.

24– Lorelai M.

25– Raphael P.

29– Gabriel B.

May

1– Sarina C. &

Lourdes S.

2– Vanessa B &

Tomas D. &

Alexia P. &

Adriana S.

3– Jacob P.

5– Vanessa B. &

Cristiano C. &

Adriano F. &

Tiffany N.

7– Aydan A

9– Rebecca A. &

Matthew V.

10– Makenna R.

Perfect Attendance

This year a new initiative was created to help

motivate the students to attend school and

arrive at school on a more regular basis. Alt-

hough the school year is not complete, there

are 14 students that were in the running for

perfect attendance. These students will be

recognized and rewarded for their efforts

when we return to school, next year.

Congratulations to the following students who

had perfect attendance from September 3,

2019 to March 13, 2020.

Antonio B.M.

Chioma C.

Julian C.

Alyssa C.

Marina D.

Evelyn D.

Johannah G.G.

Distance Learning

The Ministry of Education has announced that

the school will not be reopening until at the earli-

est, the beginning of September.

If you have not been able to access or been in

regular contact with your child’s teacher, or if you

are in need of assistance please reach out to Mr.

Howlett so that he can assist.

It is important to remember that as we continue

to learn from a distance, we take care of our fam-

ilies and the well being of our students. As stu-

dents and parents become frustrated with this

new learning environment, please remember that

we are all in this together, the school with all of

its staff is here to help and assist in any way pos-

sible. Please reach out to Mr. Howlett if you need

assistance.

As a strong Catholic community, we are here to

help and together we will over come it.

Stay safe, Stay strong, Stay home

May Continued

14– Noah D.

17– Sienna A. &

Alyssa R.

19– Christian R.

21– Justin J. &

Tamarli L.

23– Braydon P.

24– Nathan A.

25– Brandon M. &

Gabriel O.

27– Justin T.

28– Nikolas C.

31-Amelia M.

June

2– Daniella B.

3– Joshua G.

4– Jessica D. &

Dimitrios P.

5– Isabella T.

7– Lorianne D.A.

8– Ashley T.

9– Chloe B.

10. Kayden O.T.

11– Will R.

12– Julian C.

13– Jaime P.

20– Vanessa C.

24– Victolina D. &

Jacob M.

26-Gabriel G. &

Kaitlyn O.

27– Kayla O.

30– Luka O.T.

July

1- Kevin A.

4– Alyssa C.

9– Rachelle D.

11– Noah C. &

Damien R.

July Continued

15– Bianca D. &

Noreen N.

17– Chiara C. &

Matteo C. &

Alessia O.

18– Ava H. &

Romeo O.F.

Sierra V.

20– Ruben O. &

Ellie S.

24– Michele P.T.

29– Nolan C. &

Lucas M.

August

3– Philip M. &

Nathaniel S.

7– Jaydon K.

8– Eylen L.P.

9– Sofia L.C.

10– Selena A. &

Charlize G.

12– Adrianna H. &

Caiden J.

13– Cristian R.

14– Adrian H.

16– Raymond A. &

Jaxon G.

18– Rasith D. &

Isaiah D. &

Yexhelle S.

20– Maya M.

21– Matao C.S.

23– Giulia C. &

Chloe P.

24– Christopher V.C.

30– Kezia K.

Jaydon K.

Matthew L.

Amelia M.

Rita M.

Yexhelle S.

Sofia S.

Layla S.S.

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Kindergarten Registration

Is here!

Be part of

Pope Francis Catholic Elementary School

2020-2021

Kindergarten Registration for September 2020

TCDSB invites families with children born in 2016 to register for Kindergarten

Registration options:

Online: Parents will be able to complete their application online at: https://soar.tcdsb.org/Login.aspx. A fol-

low up with visit to the school to present the required documents will be scheduled following the online appli-

cation.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_vb-dasjNzsUDMxdVVRZDRuREk/view

In Person: Parents can register at their local school with the required documents.

Information: 416-222-8282 ext. 5320 or 5314, www.tcdsb.org/kindergartenregistration

The following documents are required for registration:

1. Child's Birth Certificate

2. Passport/immigration documents (only if child was not born in Canada)

3. Child's Catholic Baptismal Certificate (or proof of parent's Catholicity or RCIA/RCIC letter)

4. Child's Immunization Record

5. Proof of residency in Toronto

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Events at Pope Francis

Grade 8 Graduation

Congratulations to the Grade 8 graduating class of 2020. Although this year brings with it many challenges, it does not

tarnish the incredible accomplishment of 10 years of hard work. The students have grown and developed from small chil-

dren to young adults. They are ready to take on the next challenges and successes in their academic lives. Congratula-

tions to all the Grade 8 graduates. We are all proud of you, we wish you good luck!

SK Celebration of Learning

This year, our group of Senior Kindergarten students have completed their kindergarten program. We are very proud of

their accomplishments and we are very excited to see them next year in Grade 1. Grade 1 is the beginning of their for-

mal education. We are very happy that all the students have grown so much in the last two years. Great work students

and keep working hard!

Congratulations!

Selena A.

Sienna A.

Chloe B.

Julia C.

Sarina C.

Alyssa C.

Jessica D.

Nathaniel D.

Alexander D.

Jade D.

Ryan D.

Isaiah D.

Justin F.

Gabriel G.

Justin H.

Erick J.

Justin L.

Dyllon M.

Amenda M.

Eva M.

Anthony P.

Gabriel O.

Kayla O.

Chloe P.

Shantal R.

William R.

James R.

Mya R.

Miguel S.

Nicole S.

Dylan T.

Sebastian V.

Jacob V.

Congratulations!

Preston A.

Nathan A.

Xavier C.

Savannah C.

Olivia C.

Ava D.

Rasith D.

Mateo F.

Evan F.

Lillian G.

Caiden J.

Khloe J.

Emma M.

Tiffany N.

Jacob P.

Ethan P.

Harrison P.

Makenna R.

Victoria R.

Emma U.

Madelyn W.

Eva Y.

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

CSPC Corner

Pope Francis CSPC 2019-2020

Catholic School Parent Council

Congratulations to the following parents who

have been elected to the parent council for

Pope Francis:.

Chair: Andreia Almeida

Vice Chair: Christina Wong

Treasurer: Arminda Rebelo

Secretary: Marlaina Resendes

Committee members:

Dina Isabel, Abel Amorim, Rosalinda Martins, Suzy Da Costa, Helena Correia, Lucy Car-

valho, John Hogan, Ashley Hogan, Michelle Coelho, Timothy Ledo, Marlene Martins, Filipa Outeiro

CSPC Meeting Dates

•All Parents are welcome to attend.

•All Meetings 6:00- 7:30pm in the Library

April 28th, 2020– digital meeting

May 26th, 2020– digital meeting

June 16th, 2020– digital meeting

- please send Mr. Howlett an email request if

you would like to participate.

Dates are subject to change

Thank you to all the parents and community members

of Pope Francis School. We all appreciate your sup-

port in all of our initiatives this year and every year.

We hope that we are able to return in September and

continue to support our students and their families.

Thank you for your support and have a wonderful

summer!

CSPC

POPE FRANCIS NEWSLETTER

June 2020

Student Information Updates

As the year progresses, often some information changes. Please

ensure that all emergency contact information is current. If an

emergency were to happen, the school must have current con-

tacts. If you have changed your phone number or address please

inform the office.

From the Office

Preparation for September

As you can imagine, September may look and feel very different than before. Please rest assured that

Pope Francis School will continue to place student and staff safety at the top of our priority list. Please

keep informed as more information will be communicated in the future. We are all in this together!

If your child is experiencing difficulty in returning to school in September, please contact Mr. Howlett for

support and assistance.

Thank you for all your understanding and patience.

Have a wonderful Summer!

Family Math Challenge! As a family, try to solve the following math problem

Did you Get Your Steps Today?

This year, we have had two Masses at St. Francis of Assisi Church. If the distance to church is 2km

and the average student has a 1m step, answer the following questions.

** remember we walk there and back**

How many steps does the average student take for each Mass?

How many steps does the average student take for both Masses altogether?

How many steps have all 250 Pope Francis students taken for both Masses combined?

Monthly Update from the Board

June 2020

Have a Safe, Happy and Restful Summer!

COVID-19

As you are aware, the Province has confirmed that schools will remain closed through to the end of the current school year. Stay up to date with all the latest news and information: https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/HealthandSafety/Pages/CoronavirusInfo.aspx

Frequently asked questions regarding school closures.

Curriculum-linked resources for each grade are available on the TCDSB Learning Resources page https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/LearningatHome/Pages/Default.aspx.

Make sure your school has correct contact information on file for your family so you never miss out on any news and information.

Event Cancellations

As a result of the extended school closure events planned for the month of June have been cancelled. Where possible, some events may be held in a virtu-al format. For local events, please contact your school principal for any updates.

Important Information for Parents

International Languages Elementary (ILE) After-Hours Program

S H A R E Y O U R V O I C E. G R O W T O G E T H E R.

The online registration site is now open at https://www.tcdsb.org/ProgramsServices/SchoolProgramsK12/InternationalLanguages/Pages/SaturdaySchoolRegistration.aspx.

School Year Calendar

Please note the approved school year calendar for 2020-2021

https://www.tcdsb.org/school/SchoolYearCalendar/Pages/FutureSchoolYearCalendar.aspx

Opportunities and Information for Students

OSAP Applications

For graduating students, just a reminder that OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) applications for the 2020-21 school year are now open at On-tario.ca/osap.

Summer School Registration

For information about how to register, the courses being offered, and key dates to note, please visit https://www.tcdsb.org/programsservices/continuingeducation/pages/default.aspx

Scholarships, Bursaries and Contests

Remember to visit our website regularly for updated information relating to scholarships, bursaries and contests for students https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/AwardsScholarshipsBursariesContests/Pages/default.aspx

WE Celebrate Class of 2020 WE wants to unite students across Canada through a week-long virtual road-trip coast-to-coast from May 26-29. WE will celebrate students and teachers and the social impacts they made throughout the year. The week will culminate with a national broadcast hosted by Lilly Singh June 6, 8pm ET. https://www.tcdsb.org/FORSTUDENTS/NewsAndEvents/2019-2020/Documents/WE-Celebrate-2020-RSVP.pdf

General News and Information

Elder in Residence Program During School Closure TCDSB resident Knowledge Keepers, Metis Diane Montreuil and First Nation Elder Clayton Shirt, will offer cultural teachings and support to in-digenous and non-indigenous students, parents and staff by phone. For details on how to connect contact frank.pio@tcdsb.org.

The Virtue of the Month for June – Faithfulness

https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/NurturingOurCatholicCommunity/VirtueoftheMonth/Pages/Default.aspx

Angel Foundation for Learning Supports Families in Need

During the regular school year, the Angel Foundation for Learning provides much needed funds to support the student nutrition programs in TCDSB schools. Throughout the school closure, the Angel Foundation for Learning has continued to reach out to families and student in need and provided them with grocery gift cards and other emergency funds to cover essential needs. Click here to learn how AFL is reaching out to families and donate if you can.

Celebrating Outstanding Achievements

Awards Night is our traditional celebration to launch Catholic Education Week and an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of our alumni, students, staff and friends of Catholic education. While we typically celebrate Awards Night together at the Catholic Education Centre, this year we celebrated student and alumni award recipients through a video. Watch the Awards Night 2020 Video here!

June Events and Observances

June is…

Indigenous Month

Filipino Heritage Month

Italian Heritage Month

Portuguese Heritage Month

Check here for details: https://www.tcdsb.org/FORCOMMUNITY/HeritageCelebration/Pages/default.aspx

June Meetings

Due to the closure, board meetings will be held remotely with access to see the meeting through the normal live webcast on the Board website.

• OAPCE June 1

• CPIC June 8

• SEAC June 10

• Board June 11

• Special Board June 18 Special Board June 25

Stay Informed

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