Happy Sunday, Tornado Families!

We wish all the dads a Happy Father’s Day today! What a beautiful day to celebrate them!

All families who pre-registered for the 2024-2025 Extended Day Program, this Monday, June 17th, the official registration opens. Please complete the registration through the WCDSB website this Monday to confirm your spot for 2024-2025.

Congratulations to our kindergarten students who had their Stepping Up ceremony on Friday! Thank you to Mrs. Hogeveen, Mrs. Salek, Miss Martin, and Mrs. Brown for this special celebration.

We are heading into a heatwave this week. We will monitor the conditions and make adjustments as needed. We will remind students to stay hydrated and not over-exert themselves during outdoor time, and we may shorten outdoor time.

Our CSAC Year-End School BBQ is on Tuesday, June 18th. Check out our poster to see what is in store. This is a free event for our families.

BBQ Poster

Thinking of Moving?: Please contact the school as soon as possible as we are finalizing our enrolment for next year.  If you are moving, the outgoing and incoming school must be aware so we can prepare.  Thank you!

Please have a look at what is coming up this week:

Monday, June 17

  • AM: Seminarian Visit K-3
  • 10-11 AM Volunteer Appreciation in the Library
  • PM: Junior Boys and Girls 3-Pitch Tournament

Tuesday, June 18

  • Pita Lunch Day (if you ordered)
  • AM – Talent Show Dress Rehearsal
  • 12:30 Talent Show – Presentation for Parents in the gym
  • 4:30-6:30 PM CSAC Year-End School BBQ!

Wednesday, June 19

  • Spirit Wear Day! Or wear blue and/or red
  • Pizza Lunch Day (if you ordered)
  • Grade 4 and Grade 6 Field Trip to Laurel Creek

Thursday, June 20

  • Lunch Lady Day (if you ordered)
  • 10 AM Year End Mass at the Church ~ All are welcome
  • PM: Intermediate Co-Ed Ultimate Frisbee Tournament

Friday, June 21

  • National Indigenous Peoples Day
  • PM: Play Day

Reading at Home – Sora Sweet Reads

Sweet Reads is Overdrive’s annual reading program. This year’s Sweet Reads selection is a mix of more than 100 ebooks (and select audiobooks) spanning grades K-12 – available for free and simultaneous use from May 15 until August 26. Please read the InfoBlast for more information.

InfoBlast SORA Sweet Reads 2024

Math @ Home 

https://www.wcdsb.ca/programs-and-services/curriculum/elementary-curriculum/mathematics-elementary/

Parents can make a big difference in their child’s learning by talking with them about what they are learning at school. While these resources are optional, they provide valuable information about what students are learning at school and ideas for supporting their learning at home.

A Message From Fr. Peter & Parish News

  • Church Bulletin June 16 and 24
  • Please watch for the KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BURGER AND SAUSAGE FUNDRAISER in late June.  The burgers and sausage will be the original recipe from Stemmler Meats.  Order forms and pricing will follow at a later date.
  • SAVE THE DATE: Friday, September 13 – Church Garden Party – Looking for donations for the raffle prizes. The deadline to record prizes is May 29th.
  • Volunteers to help with gardening. Read the bulletin for more information.
  • RESTART: Refresh, Renew, Revive – Join us for learning, support and fun on a Friday evening, held on the 2nd and 3rd Fridays of each month.  These get-togethers offer continual support and insights for people as they journey through the divorce/separation process and beyond.  Join in-person (700 King St. West, Hamilton), or by ZOOM. Contact Sarah at familyministry@hamiltondiocese.com,  or 905-528-7988 ext. 2249 if you plan to attend in person and for the zoom link if joining online.  We look forward to seeing you!

CAREERS at WCDSB

Did you know that WCDSB has various career opportunities? There are supply opportunities like lunch hour supervisors, supply administrative assistant positions and more. Be sure to check out https://www.wcdsb.ca/careers/ for job opportunities and how to apply.

CSAC ~ Catholic School Advisory Council

Any parent can be a part of our CSAC council, also known as Parent Council. Some of CSAC’s responsibilities include planning our fundraisers, deciding how to spend our fundraising dollars, volunteering for different initiatives and sharing your opinion about what the Council can do! To find out more, have a look at the resources below. Our next meeting will be in September 2024.

Click here to go directly to the CSAC webpage.

Hot Lunches

When families place lunch orders, the school receives a small donation. The school receives $1 from each Pita Pit order, $1 from each Twice the Deal Pizza order, and $0.50 from the Lunch Lady. All the proceeds go towards the school and student needs.

Here is the lunch order information so you can plan for the next few weeks.

Twice the Deal Pizza and Lunch Lady orders for the rest of the month:

Pita Pit – The last day to order is midnight June 21, and delivery is June 25th.

There is no Lunch Lady on Thursday, June 27th.

WOOLWICH COMMUNITY SERVICES & COUNSELLING

WOOLWICH COMMUNITY SERVICES CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF SERVICE IN 2024!  Woolwich Community Services’ 50th Anniversary Celebration will be held on June 8th, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Lions Hall in Elmira.  This will be a community party and we hope that you will join us to celebrate our 50 years of service in the community.

https://woolwichcounselling.org/upcoming-events/

Visit https://www.woolwichcommunityservices.org for the most up-to-date information. WCA Brochure

June Deep Learning Skill: Self-Directed Learning

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As June, the final month of the school year, approaches at St. Teresa of Avila C.E.S., we are focusing on the essential Transferable skill of self-directed learning. This involves students taking charge of their learning by setting goals, staying motivated, and reflecting on their progress.

Students will develop a growth mindset, learn to think about their thinking, and build resilience. They will also enhance their emotional intelligence, understand themselves and others better, and cultivate healthy relationships.

Encourage your child to discuss their learning goals and reflect on their progress. Your support is key in reinforcing these values.

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Your partner in education,

P. Pizarro

Ontario Catholic Graduate Expectations Themes: A Self-Directed, Responsible, Lifelong Learner

How many items does your child(ren) lose yearly to the Lost and Found or, worse yet, goes in the trash? Want to save money by NOT having to replace lost items because no one knows who it belongs to? Get Mabel’s Labels!

We are happy to report that our school signed up for an ongoing fundraiser with Mabel’s Labels. Our school has the opportunity to earn 20% commission on all sales, and you have the peace of mind of knowing that your child(ren)’s items are labelled. And we are thankful that our Lost and Found does not fill up every term.

Coming Up:

  • Tuesday, June 25: 6:30 PM Grade 8 Graduation Liturgy; Report Cards go home
  • Thursday, June 27: Last Day of School for Students