Family Tiger Update Week of May 29-June 2nd
Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God: everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.” – 1 John 4:7
Good morning Tigers,
Welcome to a new week and a new month! With the start of the month of June this week, our staff is busy planning several special activities and events that will no doubt help to celebrate this year. Please pay close attention to our weekly updates and calendar. Our classrooms are also quite busy with learning and other activities so please continue to check your child’s Google Classroom/D2L site for important updates and announcements! There is much to do as we close out the year and we want to make sure everyone is well-informed. This week, we wish our Cross Country team good luck as they run their races at Shades Mill. Our Junior students will continue their practices for 3 Pitch this week and our Intermediate students will continue with their ultimate frisbee tryouts. This week is forecasted to be quite sunny and warm. Just a reminder to please consider putting sunscreen on your child(ren) in the morning, pack a hat, and bring a reusable water bottle. Unfortunately, our yard does not offer a lot of shade and students will be engaged in play for recess for 15- 40 minutes.
Wishing everyone a wonderful week!
June is Pride Month!
The month of June is designated as PRIDE month in Waterloo region and across Ontario and on Thursday, June 1st, we will join other schools across our district in raising the Pride (Rainbow) flag outside of our school building. This month, and every month, WCDSB is committed to nurturing safe and inclusive learning environments where every student and every member of our community is welcomed, valued, and respected. We are called to see each other through God’s eyes – with sensitivity, compassion, and respect, and we see God in one another –wonderfully made, just as we are. The Rainbow flag will fly for the month of June as a visible symbol of our commitment to nurturing safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments where every student and every member of the community is valued, and respected.
We will kick off Pride Month with RAINBOW Day on Thursday, June 1st.
Students and staff are encouraged to dress in their most colourful clothes as we celebrate the rainbow – a sign of God’s promise to love us and a symbol of inclusion for all in our community!
Catholic Schools Advisory Council Meeting: Tuesday, May 30th
CSAC Meeting will take place on Tuesday May 30th and will be held at Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School. Mass will begin at 6:00 in the chapel. We will have a guest speaker Sarah Kwiecinski the Youth Coordinator at St. Ambrose Parish sharing information about Youth and Faith.
Construction Starting in Kindergarten Yard!
This school year, our fundraising efforts focussed on revitalizing both the Kindergarten and general playground. Starting this week, construction of a pergola will begin in the Kindergarten yard. the Kindergarten yard will remain open and families can continue with regular pick up and drop off at the fence. The construction area will be fenced off and work will stop when students are outside for recess. We look forward to more exciting changes that will occur over the summer!
Welcome Colombian Teachers Visiting our School!
Tomorrow, May 29th, we welcome approximately 40 educators from Colombia who will be visiting our school. These educators will be visiting several of our classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 8 and observing the activities and learning that our students are engaged in. We are so excited and proud to be showcasing the fabulous work at our school!
CPIC Presents Vicki Olatundun this Wednesday, May 31st!
There is still time to register! Please see this link for more information and how to sign up for this event! Vicki Olatundun
EQAO Assessments in Grades 3 and 6
This year, we are once again following Ministry’s direction to administer the assessment from the Education Quality and Accountability Office for all Grade 3 and 6 students. Both our Grade 3 and 6 students will be writing the assessment beginning this Wednesday. Please see this VIDEO LINK which will provide information on what students can expect when participating in the Assessments. Please encourage your child to do their best and congratulate your child on their efforts. Families will receive individual results in the Fall and as a school staff, we will examine patterns and trends for student achievement data.
Congratulations to the Intermediate Badminton Team!
Congratulations to our Intermediate Badminton team who placed first in the one-day tournament at Monsignor Doyle! Our students showed not only great skill but great sportsmanship and teamwork! Well done Tigers! We are so proud of you. Thank you to Mr. Gouveia, Ms. Giosi, and Mr. Medeiros for all their work in helping our students.
EA/CYW Appreciation Day: June 2nd!
The staff and students at St. Vincent de Paul would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all of our Educational Assistants and Child and Youth Care Workers on “EA and CYCW Appreciation Day!” It is with their support, dedication to our students, and their commitment to the success of each child, that helps our students and school be successful. THANK YOU for all that you do to make our schools places where our students have an opportunity to learn, grow, feel valued, achieve their full potential, and for always being that much-needed support for all of us as a staff! It truly takes a special person to do what you do and we all know that without you…….we just couldn’t do it!
JUNE IS NATIONAL INDIGENOUS HISTORY MONTH
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis. It’s a time to honour the stories, achievements, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, who have lived on this land since time immemorial and whose presence continues to impact the evolving Canada. At school, we will be highlighting inspirational Indigenous Canadians whose determination and commitment to their passion and beliefs have, and continue to, improve Canada’s culture and social wellness. Click HERE to learn more about two Indigenous Canadians that we will learn more about at school. Families can also use these interactive resources.
Friday, June 2nd is PA Day!
This Friday is a Professional Development Day and therefore, no school for students. The Extended Day program will be open for those families registered in the program. Enjoy your long weekend Tigers!
LIBRARY BOOKS
Each year in June in the library beings the year end library inventory. You can help us by returning ANY library books that you have at home to the school this week. All books are due back by Friday, June 9th. Thank you!
ARE YOU MOVING?
If you are aware that you will not be returning to St. Vincent de Paul in September, please let the office know. We are planning for next year and having the most updated information is very helpful.
CPIC Virtual Paint Night!
The Catholic Parent Involvement Committee is pleased to offer this free Virtual Paint Night to our school community parents. Please see the link for more information and to register: Virtual Paint Night
This past Wednesday, our Intermediate soccer team participated in their one-day tournament. Our team was undefeated in all of their games and headed into the championship game to claim first place! Well done Tigers! We are proud of the teamwork and grit you showed throughout the tournament. Many thanks to Mrs. Racco, Mrs. Leandres, and Monsieur Hutfluss for their time and for their work in preparing our students. Also, a big thank you to our number one fans, the parents, who not only volunteered to drive the students to the tournament but also cheered them on. Congratulations Tigers!
Tomorrow is finally the day that our students from Grades 4 to 8 will once again be participating in the annual Track & Field meet at Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School. Students will be walking to Monsignor Doyle shortly after 9:00 am and will be walking back to SVdP in the afternoon. The weather forecast looks like it will be perfect and will make for a great day for our students to compete in their running and field events. Attached is a link with lots of important and helpful information that has already been shared with students. 
The CURE Foundation has been powering the fight against breast cancer since 1997. National Denim Day is the CURE Foundation’s main fundraiser and is held annually on the Tuesday following Mother’s Day, this year on May 16th. At SVDP, staff will be wearing denim on this day to help raise funds for breast cancer research and wellness program.
Looks like this Friday will sure be SWEET as our Tigers will be treated to CANDY from Mr. Leonard and Mrs. Sica. This was one of the prizes that our Tigers earned from the Dance-a-thon.
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