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DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN

2007-2008

In a school community formed by Catholic

beliefs and traditions, our Mission is to educate students

to their full potential

A Community of Faith

With Heart in Charity

Anchored in Hope

The Toronto Catholic District School Board educates close to

90,000 students from diverse cultures and language

backgrounds in its 201 Catholic elementary and secondary

schools and serves 475,032 Catholic school supporters across

the City of Toronto

Subjects:

1. SAINTS OF THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

2. CATEGORY UPGRADING FORM--repeat

3. TCDSB GOES GREEN--repeat

4. MARCH BREAK 2008 CREDIT COURSES IN ITALY

5. SUMMER STUDY IN IRELAND, SCOTLAND, ENGLAND & ITALY

6. OBEA TCDSB 2007 RESULTS

7.. AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & CONTESTS - Human Rights & Race Relations Centre Essay Competition - CRRF’s Award of Excellence - Millennium Scholarships

8. SCHOOL ANNIVERSARIES, OFFICIAL OPENINGS & BLESSINGS - St. Louis’ 60th Anniversary--repeat - St. Rose of Lima’s 50th Anniversary--repeat

9. EVENT NOTICES - Toronto Catholic Student Journalism Conference & Workshop--repeat - Father Henry Carr’s Homecoming - Staff Arts Auditions for ‘The Pink Panther Strikes Again!’ - Father Patrick Fogarty Awards Diner - TCPVA Annual Dinner for Retiring Members - CUPE Members Appreciation Night--repeat - Retirement Planning Seminars--repeat

10. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - St. John Catholic School - Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School - St. Michael’s Choir School - St. Marcellus Catholic School - St. Jude Catholic School

11. MEMORIALS

12. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

13. CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY - New Teacher Day - ‘Pierre Claverie: and Reconciliation’ Seminar - Bryan Bonser Memorial Volleyball Tournament--repeat - Ontario Association for Geographic and Environmental Education

Conference

14. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - L’Arche Forum - Learning Disabilities Four-day Course--repeat - New Technology Workshops--repeat - Education and Community Resource Fair--repeat - Autism Spectrum Disorders Course - York University Workshop on Global Education

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V a l i d a t i n g o u r M i s s i o n / V i s i o n October 9, 2007

PLEASE ENSURE THAT A COPY OF THE WEEKLY DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN IS MADE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL STAFF #6

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Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6E8 Telephone: 416-222-8282

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14

Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 6

…continued Subjects: 15. APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

NON UNION - Service Quality Supervisor

CUPE LOCAL 1328 - Posting Bid Form - Secretary, James Culnan - Awards - Secretary, Jean Vanier - Secretary, Human Resources

CUPE LOCAL 1280 - Cancelled

October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 1



The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board

We Celebrate with the following schools on their Saint/Name-sake Feast Day:

October 7 - 13

Bishop Allen – October 7 Holy Rosary – October 7 (and any of the schools named after St. Mary)

Our Lady of Victory – October 7

St. Denis – October 9

St. Wilfrid – October 12

St. Edward the Confessor - October 13

October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 2a



CATEGORY UPGRADING FORM

The following instructions are applicable strictly to Elementary Teachers (members of TECT) and Secondary Teachers (members of (TSU). If you have taken additional courses during the summer or are in the process of taking additional courses this school year and will be completed within this school year, and are also in the process of obtaining an evaluation from QECO, please read carefully the following instructions as to how to apply for a salary adjustment. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Please print and complete TWO (2) copies of the attached category upgrading form. 2. Please send ONE (1) copy of the category upgrading form via your school

Courier, regular mail, or FAX TO Human Resources, Attention: Elementary Teachers FAX 416-512-3047 or Secondary Teachers FAX 416-512-3048.

3. Retain ONE (1) copy of the category upgrading form for your files, when you have received the Statement of Evaluation from QECO and the explanatory letter, please send copies of these documents together with the category upgrading form via your school courier, regular mail, or FAX to Human Resources, Attention: Elementary Teachers FAX 416-512-3047

or Secondary Teachers FAX 416-512-3048.

NOTE: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE DEADLINE DATES ON THE ATTACHED CATEGORY UPGRADE FORM. The category upgrading form must be received in Human Resources by no later than November 30, 2007 in order to receive a retroactive adjustment to your salary to September 1, 2007. To qualify for a retroactive salary adjustment, the QECO statements must be received in Human Resources by no later than March 1, 2008. NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED IF RECEIVED AFTER THE INDICATED DEADLINE DATES.

The category upgrading form must be received in Human Resources by no later than January 30, 2008 in order to receive a retroactive adjustment to your salary to January 1, 2008. To qualify for a retroactive adjustment, the QECO statements must be received in Human Resources by no later than May 1, 2008, for elementary teachers and by no later than May 30, 2008 for Secondary Teachers. NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED IF RECEIVED AFTER THE INDICATED DEADLINE DATES. For further information, please refer to Articles 3.08 & 3.09 of the TECT/TSU Collective Agreements.

Should you have any questions regarding completion of this form please contact For Elementary Teachers 416-222-8282 x 2323 For Secondary Teachers 416-222-8282 x 2201

Human Resources will confirm receipt of this Category Upgrading form by Board e/mail.

Once you receive your QECO Evaluation please forward to Human Resources and confirmation of receipt

will be sent by Board e/mail

October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 2b



TECT/TSU CATEGORY UPGRADING AND/OR

ADDITION OF ALLOWANCE FORM This form is strictly for Elementary Teachers (members of TECT) and Secondary Teachers (members of TSU). Complete the following form and submit by the deadline dates indicated below to apply for a category upgrading or additional allowance. For further information, please refer to Articles 3.08 & 3.09 of the TECT and/or Articles 3.04 & 3.05 of the TSU Collective Agreements. Principals are asked to ensure that the TECT/TSU representative in each school receives a copy of this form.

PLEASE NOTE THAT NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED IF RECEIVED AFTER THE INDICATED

DEADLINE DATES BELOW.

A. Retro upgrade September 1st of the current school year

Complete courses prior to start of the current school year

Complete this form and deliver to Human Resources before November 30th and submit your proof of qualification from Q.E.C.O. by March 1st of

appropriate year.

B. Retro upgrade January 1st of the current school year

Complete courses before January 1st of each year Complete this form and deliver to Human

Resources before January 30th and submit your Proof of qualification from Q.E.C.O. by May 1st of the appropriate year. For Secondary teachers only by May 30th.

Name _______________________________ S.I.N.# ________________________________ Location _____________________________ Assignment ___________________________ (School or Department) (Grade level or subjects)

Please include copies of the appropriate Q.E.C.O. Statement of Evaluation (Program 5) DOCUMENTS (Please Check)

ENCLOSED IN PROGRESS Statement of Evaluation from Q.E.C.O. (Program 5) Explanatory letter from Q.E.C.O.

Updated Certificate of Qualification

University Transcripts (Applicable for additional allowance only) Present Category Placement _______________ Category Placement Sought _______________ For degree allowance purposes only (if applicable):

DEGREE ALLOWANCE SOUGHT $ Signature: ______________________________ Date: ________________________________

PLEASE FORWARD THIS FORM VIA BOARD COURIER, REGULAR MAIL,

OR FAX TO HUMAN RESOURCES, ATTENTION: (For Elementary Teachers) Elementary Division, FAX (416) 512-3047, OR

(For Secondary Teachers) Secondary Division, FAX (416) 512-3048 Human Resources will confirm receipt of this Category Upgrading form by Board e/mail.

Once you receive your QECO Evaluation please forward to Human Resources and confirmation of receipt will be sent by Board e/mail August 2007(Revised)




TCDSB GOES GREEN!

“We Do Not Inherit The Earth From Our

Ancestors, We Borrow It From Our Children”

2007/08: TCDSB ECOSCHOOL CERTIFICATION!

The EcoSchool team is getting ready to send out the first edition of the TCDSB EcoSchool Certification binder next week. We have the 12 certified schools from last year back on board, and presently have 21

new schools that have committed to trying to become EcoSchool certified. And it seems as though

we are getting more requests each week. It’s not too late to sign up, but you will need to get

an EcoTeam organized with staff and students involved.

Contact details for the TCDSB EcoTeam are below.

“WATTS”UP? CORNER. Hopefully everyone has had a month to adjust to the computer shut-down, and have become used to their computers being off when they arrive each morning. Early figures suggest that approximately 6000-7000 computers are being shut-down each night. As a reminder the shut-down time is 8:00 p.m. Thank you for your participation and continued support. This is making a significant impact by reducing our energy consumption, operating costs, and most importantly a large Greenhouse Gas reduction, which means a smaller TCDSB EcoFootprint! Looking for Environmental Films to Show in Class? Check out the TCDSB media library: http://interdev.tcdsb.org/avcatalog/ Environmental Fundraising Idea: www.greenstudents.ca Environmental Articles of Interest: http://www.evergreen.ca/en/lg/lg.html. http://www.evergreen.ca/en/cg/steward.html. Environmental Resources for Teachers: www.resources4rethinking.ca www.techloop.ca

EcoTeam Contact Info (416-222-8282): Roberta Oswald (Curriculum Science Resource) x2719, Scott Grieve (Energy Conservation) x2229 Vince DiProspero (Waste Minimization) x2177 TCDSB Environmental web page: www.tcdsb.org/environment/

OCTOBER EDITION: Get Out and Environmentally Active this Fall!

The Energy Drill is Continuing - Last year, four schools participated in this Ontario Power Authority (OPA) funded energy conservation initiative. The results were terrific. The program is hopefully going to be expanded, and perhaps additional schools can be added. The Energy Stewardship Program is looking for volunteer schools to reduce their energy consumption. Contact EcoTeam member, Scott for more details.

3Rs Recap: Waste Reduction Week Oct 15-21: All Schools will be receiving a package from the Recycling Council of Ontario (RCO) in the 1st week of October. It’s up to you to get involved! City of Toronto Parks Clean-up Oct 15 – Nov 2: All schools are encouraged to sign-up for a fall Parks Clean-up. Please complete the attached form to participate. Ministry of Ontario 3Rs Inspectors are Coming! Your school could be visited by an Ontario Ministry of the Environment inspector to ensure that you are meeting the 3Rs requirements. Looking for a place to take your students to learn about recycling. Contact the Canadian Polystyrene Recycling Association @#905-612-8290 Looking for Furniture for your School: www.greenstandards.ca to re-use slightly used office furniture.

“Remember: You ‘CAN’ do it!”




SUMMER STUDY IN Ireland Scotland England Italy In conjunction with TCDSB* –TWELFTH YEAR - *Subject to board approval

CELTIC LEARNING - July 2008

DUBLIN, CORK, GALWAY, EDINBURGH, OXFORD, ROME Study at Trinity College Dublin, University College Galway, University of Edinburgh, Oxford, Tuscany, Rome

ENGLISH, HISTORY - Grades 11 & 12

INFORMATION MEETINGS: 7 p.m. - All welcome

Thursday, October 11, 2007 Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School, 1107 Avenue Rd

Thursday, October 16, 2007 CEC, TCDSB Board Office, CTC Third Floor, 80 Sheppard Ave East.

CELTIC LEARNING 2008

Mark Burke, Director Tel: 416-922-2358 (CELT) E-mail: [email protected]

www.CelticLearning.com

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ONTARIO BUSINESS EDUCATORS’ ASSOCIATION TCDSB RESULTS 2007

OBEA is honoured to annually recognize the accomplishments of talented Computer/Business students across the province. The Awards Banquet to honour 2007 OBEA Contests Winners was on September 29, 2007 in Toronto. Congratulations to students, parents and teachers for their achievements: Computer Programming: 1st Place Oleksi Derkatch, Michael Power/St. Joseph CSS 3rd Place Tereza Nedelescu, St. Joseph Morrow Park CSS International Business: 3rd Place Anna Osowiecka, Monsignor Percy Johnson CSS 3rd Place John Nguye, Monsignor Percy Johnson CSS Poster: 1st Place Jennifer Lee, St. Joseph Morrow Park CSS

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HUMAN RIGHTS & RACE RELATIONS CENTRE 2007 ESSAY COMPETITION

First Prize of $500 Two Second Prizes of $100

The Human Rights and Race Relations Centre in partnership with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and Toronto District School Board presents the Annul Essay Competition on the subject of Racism and Bullying in schools. The major sponsors for this year’s project are CTV Globe Media and Eli Lilly Canada. Cash Prizes are given at the special Awards Ceremony held on March 25, 2008 within the City of Toronto. This Essay Competition is designed to challenge young Canadians to develop ideas to eliminate Racism and Bullying in schools. This year’s topic is: “ WHAT PROGRAMMES DO STUDENTS FEEL NECESSARY FOR SCHOOLS TO ADDRESS RACIAL DISCRIMINATION AND BULLYING ” The essay should not exceed 500 words and the competition is open to all students (ages 6 to 19 years) within the Toronto Catholic District School Board and Toronto District School Board. Please confine your essay to the topic and for further information, kindly consult the Human Rights and Race Relations Centre’s website www.hrrrc.ca (click on essay contest) for terms and conditions. The outstanding entry will be awarded a cash prize of $500. In case of more than one winner in the same category, the prize will be equally divided. There will be TWO second prizes of $100 each. One prize is reserved for students from grades 2 to 6. Each entry MUST give the following information in a covering letter: 1. Name of the student. (If an immigrant, state country of origin). 2. Grade, Age and Gender. 3. Name of the School (full address with postal code, telephone and fax numbers AND E MAIL ADDRESS to facilitate notification of names of the winners) 4. Names of the student's teacher and school principal.

(A cover sheet with the above information must be attached to each essay to facilitate identification)

Essays with incomplete information will NOT BE ACCEPTED. Do not fax or e-mail. The essay should be typed or written neatly and clearly. These essays become the property of the Centre that may publish a selection of the essays in a brochure. The entries should be mailed directly, must be received by no later than December 3, 2007 and addressed to:

HUMAN RIGHTS AND RACE RELATIONS CENTRE Post Office Box 994, Station Q,

Toronto, Ontario M4T 2P1




Award of Excellence The Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) Award of Excellence recognizes public, private or voluntary organizations whose efforts represent excellence and innovation in combating racism in Canada. A minimum of $20,000 in cash prizes and awards are available for the winners of this initiative. The Award of Excellence initiative to recognize Best Practices is part of an exciting educational program sponsored by the CRRF. All the winners will take part in a learning symposium where they will share their success with participants at a national conference. The symposium and awards ceremony will take place in Calgary, in 2008. Purpose ♦ To celebrate achievement in the struggle against racism in Canada. ♦ To acknowledge best practices and excellence in the field of anti-racism. ♦ To collect/share information and materials aimed at the elimination of racism. ♦ To establish partnerships and networks with a broad range of public, private and voluntary organizations. ♦ To further the Foundation’s mission to eliminate racism in Canada. Eligibility: Organizations based in Canada from the voluntary, private, or public sectors are eligible. Winners of a previous Award of Excellence or Award of Distinction (2005) are ineligible to apply. Timeframe ♦ September 14, 2007, call for nominations. ♦ January 14, 2008, deadline for nominations. ♦ March 21st, 2008, applicants are informed of the Jury’s decision ♦ April 24-25th, 2008, Award of Excellence symposium and ceremony in Calgary, AB. Criteria: The Awards Jury will acknowledge an organization or youth group, whose Best Practice represent excellence in combating racism while demonstrating: ♦ Impact; ♦ Education; ♦ Anti-Racism Principles; ♦ Tangible Outcomes & Effects Change; ♦ Innovation & Creativity; ♦ Leadership & Empowerment; ♦ Partnerships: ♦ Sustainability; and, Commitment. The Award of Excellence is part of the CRRF’s Best Practices initiative. By Best Practice, the CRRF means a program, strategy or initiative. While it is essential that organizations demonstrate their commitment to anti-racism, the Awards are granted for a specific practice and not the complete work of an organization. Only one best practice per group can be submitted. Nominations: Applications may be submitted by the organization or youth group responsible for the initiative, or by a third party nominee. Adjudication & Submissions: An Awards Jury, appointed by the Foundation, will review the submissions. The award finalists will be notified, following the decision of the Awards Jury. The decisions of the Awards Jury are final. The submission consists of the completed Nomination Form, a Best Practice Report and two support letters. This submission (one hard copy; 5 duplicates on cd-rom) must arrive at the CRRF office by no later than Friday, January 14, 2008. The submissions become the property of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation and may be publicized as part of the CRRF Best Practices program. There are six categories in the Award of Excellence. They are based on the following sectors: Aboriginal, Community, Corporate, Education, Government/Public, and Youth. You must apply your Best Practice to one sector only. Award of Excellence Categories

4576 Yonge Street, Suite 701, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6N4

Tel: (416) 952-3500 Fax: (416) 952-3326 Tel: 1 888 240-4936 (toll free) Fax: 1 888 399-0333 (toll free)

E-mail: [email protected]




Welcome to the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation's 2008 entrance awards, for students beginning post-secondary studies in 2008-09. Bringing people together to make your world a better place just comes naturally to you. You inspire others by finding creative solutions to problems, wherever they are. You constantly invest your talents and energy in projects that benefit others, yet you still manage to maintain good grades. We're on the lookout for you. If you make a difference in the world around you, apply for a millennium excellence award - an award designed for people like you. Over 1,000 millennium excellence awards (entrance awards) are distributed across Canada on the basis of each province or territory’s proportion of the population. These awards are valued at $4,000 (local award), $16,000 (provincial award) and $20,000 (national award), the last two distributed in annual allotments. The deadline to apply for a 2008 entrance award is DECEMBER 14th, 2007. You can find more information by visiting http://www.excellenceaward.ca/entrance/_e/index.php?page=1

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St. Louis Catholic School 1947 – 2007

Celebrating 60 Years

Come Join Us on Saturday October 20th, 2007

Mass at St. Leo Catholic Church at 3:00 p.m. 277 Royal York Road, south of Evans Avenue

Reception to Follow at St. Louis Catholic School

11 Morgan Avenue, Toronto




St. Rose of Lima Catholic School

3220 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, M1H 1A4

1957 – 2007

Celebrating 50 Years

Come Join Our Celebration Saturday, November 17, 2007

We invite our friends, former staff, alumni, students and their families to join us for:

Mass at 1:00 p.m. St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

3216 Lawrence Avenue East

Celebrant: His Grace Archbishop Thomas Collins

Reception to follow at St. Rose of Lima Catholic School

Please R.S.V.P. to the school at 416-393 5269 or by e-mail to [email protected]




Second Annual

TORONTO CATHOLIC STUDENT JOURNALISM

CONFERENCE & WORKSHOP

Learn from Professional Journalists about:

* Effective Writing * Layout * Role of the Editor * Photography * Interviewing & Research * Journalism Ethics * Video Journalism

* Starting a High School Newspaper

Saturday, November 10, 2007 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Brebeuf College School 211 Steeles Avenue East, Toronto

To request a registration form or for more information, contact

Michael Da Costa at 416-393-5508 ext.80017 or [email protected].

Sponsored by




SR. FOOTBALL GAME Henry Carr VS. Don Bosco

KICKOFF @ 1 P.M. Barbecue

THE CARR COMMUNITY INVITES ALUMNI, FORMER TEACHERS, PARENTS, STUDENTS, AND FRIENDS TO THIS AFTERNOON OF MEMORIES,

ACTIVITY, AND CARR SPIRIT




All current and retired staff are invited to audition for the upcoming TCDSB Staff Arts Production of

The Pink Panther Strikes Again!

By William Gleason

Director: Marty Story Assistant Director: John Volpe

Chief Inspector Jacques Clouseau, the world’s most unusual criminologist, fights for his life and the future of all mankind in this hilarious caper. Deadly assassins and a beautiful Russian agent are all part of the action as Paul Dreyfus, once Clouseau’s boss and now a raving lunatic, holds the world hostage with the ultimate weapon, the Doomsday Machine. Time is running out. Can Clouseau save the world? There are 40 characters in the play, as well as opportunities to work behind the scenes. For more information about the audition process, rehearsals and performance dates, please visit the TCDSB Staff Arts website at www.tcdsb.org/staffarts.

Auditions will be held on Thursday, October 11 and Monday, October 15 between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at

St. Margaret Catholic School, 85 Carmichael Avenue. To book your audition, call the Staff Arts line at 416-222-8282, Ext. 2787.




Toronto Catholic

Principals’ And Vice-Principals’ Association

Annual Dinner for Retiring Members

Thursday, October 25, 2007

Meridian Banquet Hall 2301 Keele Street, North York

(Keele & Milford)

5:00 p.m. Cocktails 6:15 p.m. Retirees’ Photo

6:30 p.m. Dinner

REGISTER ONLINE� AT: http://www.nijmeh.ca/tcpva � or

Please detach bottom portion and return by October 15, 2007 Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Name of School: ____________________________ e-mail: __________________________________ TCPVA Members free: # __________ # of Guests ____________________

TCPVA Members Free - Guests - $40.00

Guests ($40.00 each): Amount Enclosed: ____________________________

Please return to: John Nijmeh c/o St. Martin de Porres Catholic School

230 Morningside Ave., Scarborough, Ontario, M1E 3E1 416-222-8282 Voice Mail : 3622 e-mail : [email protected]

Cheques payable to: TCPVA




Members Appreciation Night

This night is for you, ALL members of Local 1328. Come and enjoy an evening of great food, fun and prizes.

Place: Holiday Inn, Yorkdale

3450 Dufferin Street Date: Friday, November 9, 2007

Cocktails: 6:30 P.M. Dinner: 7:30 P.M.

Send your reply and cheque via school courier to: Maureen Ryan, President, Local 1328, CEC

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CUPE Member Name: _______________________________________ Location: ________________________ Telephone ________________ Member Ticket $20.00 [ ] CUPE Guest Ticket $25.00 [ ] (1 only) Other Guests $45.00 [ ]

Only one CUPE guest ticket per CUPE Local 1328 member.

No reservations this year. Come and select your table(s) The doors will open 6:30 P.M. (not before)




St John's School Fair SNAP Beaches 2007 October St. John’s Catholic School in East Toronto invited families to share in the fun at the school’s annual fall fair. There was excitement for kids of all ages with a variety of games and activities including, an obstacle course, bouncy castle, dunk tank, children’s craft and jewellery making, face painting and much more. Side events were ongoing as well, with the basket raffle, cake

walk contests, bake sale, and tea room.

Gladiators ready for battle Dunked, soaked and ready for more

SUBJECT: 10-2




Student Artwork Enhances New Book Exploring Spiritual Themes His Grace, Archbishop Thomas Collins was a special guest at the launch of “Becoming a Child…..while thinking about God!” at St. Marcellus Catholic School September 27th. The book--a collaborative effort by Fr. Gianni Carparelli and the students and staff of the school--is directed at both adults and children in an effort to explain the significance of God in their lives. Also in attendance were TCDSB Director of Education Kevin Kobus and Superintendent Paul Crawford.

Written in simplistic, everyday language, and enhanced by student artwork, the book tackles common questions that children encounter while grappling with the notion of God, such as “Who is Jesus?” and “Why should I pray?” “Becoming a Child” is designed to support the Religion and Family Life program of the Toronto Catholic District School Board by focusing on three major topics for three different age groups: the experience of friendship and communion

(Grades 1 & 2); the art of listening, sharing and praying (Grades 3, 4 & 5) and the ability of helping and serving (Grades 6, 7 & 8). Below Left: Archbishop Thomas Collins sporting his new Below Right: Principal Vince Moretti welcomes guests St. Marcellus cap with Director of Education, Kevin Kobus

SUBJECT: 10-5 St. Jude’s part of a Historic Unveiling of Maple Leaf at Emery Village On Wednesday September 19th, 2007 grade 4 to 8 students along with staff proudly represented St. Jude’s School in a historical community unveiling of the Maple Leaf at the intersection of Weston Road and Sheppard Avenue. All participants were treated to a barbeque and refreshments hosted by Councillor Mammoliti.

Some in attendance included Trustee Piccininni, Councilor Carrol, and our very own Mayor Miller. A proud day for the St. Jude’s community.




Let us remember in prayer the souls of the deceased members of the TCDSB

community and their loved ones, particularly the following who have died recently... for these we pray:

May the angels lead them into paradise. May the martyrs come to welcome them into the

new and eternal Jerusalem. The holy sacrifice of the Mass will

be offered for their souls. May they rest in peace.

MEMORIALS

Waclaw Banaszuk father of Andrea McMillan, Teacher at

St. Michael’s Choir School Rosario Lopreiato mother of Maria Sacchetti, Education Assistant at

Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School




BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Phoenix Elijah D’Amico Crispino born July 17, 2007. Son of Judie D’Amico, Teacher at

D’Arcy McGee Catholic School and Gigi Crispino

Leanna-Nicole Morello

born September 16, 2007. Daughter of Maura Morello, Education Assistant at

Regina Mundi Catholic School and Daniel Morello

Blessed are you, Creator God, giver of life and the source of joy.

Bless these parents of our TCDSB Community as they celebrate and welcome the gift of life and children into their homes.

Grace their hearts and homes with your love and peace. Amen.




Celebrating the Story of Catholic Education TCDSB New Teacher Day + Liturgy of Welcome

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007

CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE 8:30 A.M. - 3:15 P.M. 8:30 a.m. Hospitality + sign-in [2nd floor atrium] 9:15 a.m. Welcome, Gathering prayer, Introductions Overview / Community building [boardroom – 2nd floor]

Grade specific sessions for teachers in gr. K-3 / 4-6 / 7-8 will focus on a trio of Literacy / Numeracy / Faith Formation ; a separate session for all Elementary French Teachers in Core, Extended and Immersion; and a separate session for secondary teachers in 9-12 with a focus on Student Success. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch [provided] [2nd floor atrium] 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. NTIP Website + accessing resources[boardroom] NTIP elements + TPA 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. The Story of Catholic Education –

Liturgy of Welcome + Commissioning

This NTIP Orientation day was made possible by a grant from the Ministry of Education.

Supply coverage is available using Code 90.




THE BRYAN BONSER MEMORIAL VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

for school senior girls’ volleyball teams

Bryan Bonser, former teacher for the TCDSB, most recently at St. Martin de Porres, dedicated much of his life to education and a great deal of time developing the skills of young volleyball players. He supported the S’Port for Kids Foundation, a registered national charitable organization, which works with youth aged six to 18 years. James K. Bartleman, former Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, said of this organization: “In every community there are children and youth who are eager to participate in organized sports. The costs involved sometimes limit their opportunities, and that is why S’port for Kids has stepped in to fill this need. By raising funds to support less fortunate individuals and teams, the Foundation gives them a chance to learn the value of teamwork and to realize their potential through amateur sport.” The Bryan Bonser Memorial Volleyball Tournament was established to both remember Bryan for his contributions to sport in the TCDSB, but also to assist the cause which he supported over the years. ALL PROFITS FROM THE TOURNAMENT WILL GO TO S’PORT FOR KIDS to help them carry on their work. Dates: October 24 (preliminaries) October 25 (finals) Times: 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (approx.) Where: St. Elizabeth Seton School (Pickering); St. Monica School (Pickering); If more than 10

schools apply St. Brendan School (Scarborough) will also host. Cost: $30 per school A Bryan Bonser Memorial Tournament plaque will be engraved with the name of the winning school. Pennants will be awarded to the Champions, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place schools.

Registration: Call Larry Noonan 905-420-8696 to register by phone.

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OAGEE Fall Conference 2007

The Ontario Association for Geographic and Environmental Education (OAGEE) Fall Conference will be held on October 26 and 27, 2007 at the “Holiday Inn on King” (370 King St. West). The theme of the conference is “The World is Our City” and includes workshops and fieldtrips for Grade 7 to Grade 12 teachers who teach Geography and Environmental Education. Registration material is on-line, so go to http://www.oagee.org for more information. This conference has been organized for Teachers by Teachers and the workshops will help you deliver the Curriculum in your classrooms. Looking forward to see you there.

Linda Gollick, OAGEE Toronto Representative , Loretto College

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October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 14-1b






Working Together to Educate All Attention Teachers of Learning Disability Programs

UPDATE ON LEARNING DISABILITIES A course consisting of four full-day sessions will be offered to TCDSB teachers of Learning Disability Programs and Special Education teachers who work extensively with students with learning disabilities. Topics: LD profile; Processing difficulties and their impact on learning; Placement Options; Assistive Technology/Web Resources; Differentiating Curriculum; Organizational and Assessment Strategies; Social Development and Self-esteem; ADHD; Self-advocacy; Transition to Secondary; Agency and Community Resources. Coordinators: Dr. Maria Kokai, Chief Psychologist; Pina Menniti, Assessment & Programming Teacher & former LD teacher; Georgia Steinhart, Psychological Associate; Peter Chaban, teacher at the hospital for Sick Children. Other speakers will include TCDSB staff as well as outside presenters. Enrolment is limited to 25 participants and participants must commit to attending all four full-day sessions. Interested applicants should submit, via fax, courier, or e-mail, the form below. All those accepted into the course will be contacted via e-mail to the Principal prior to the start date. Provision has been made for supply coverage. Please use Code 97. Please do not register through PAL for this course. Dates: Thursday, October 18, 2007 Thursday, November 22, 2007 or Thursday, December. 6, 2007 Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Thursday, January 17, 2008 (Our Lady of Mount Carmel) Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Catholic Education Centre Our Lady of Mt. Carmel (Jan 17) 80 Sheppard Avenue East Lab 204 (2nd Floor) Catholic Teachers’ Centre – 3rd floor 270 Cherokee Blvd. North York

*N.B. – No available parking at the CEC. Parking is available at OLMC ________________________________________________________________

Name: ___________________________________No. of yrs. of exp. In Sp. Ed. ____

School :________________________ Region: East / West / North / South Current Assignment :________________________ Full Time / Half-Time (Circle)

Principal’s Signature (Mandatory)

Please return by courier or fax (416-512-3423) to

Dr. Maria Kokai, Psychology Department, Catholic Education Centre or e-mail to Carmelina Ramolo, Psych. Dept.

Deadline: Friday, October 5, 2007




NEW TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS

NOW AVAILABLE ON PAL

WORKSHOP DATE TIME LOCATION

Adobe Fireworks: Add Interactivity to your Lesson Plans with Fireworks

Tues, Oct. 9th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Room 204

Using Technology to Manage Curriculum Thurs. Oct. 18th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


Using Technology to Manage Curriculum Wed. Oct. 24th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

Regina Pacis Room 203

“Make Show and Tell Cool Again” – Digital Storytelling

Thurs. Oct. 18th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


Introduction to MS Word Thurs. Oct. 18th 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Br. Edmund Rice Computer Lab

Introduction to MS Outlook Thurs. Oct. 18th 1:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.


Extend the Classroom: eClass Mon. Oct. 22nd 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


“Get SMART” – Adding Interactivity to Lessons Using the SMART Board and SMART Software

Tues. Oct. 23rd 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.

Regina Pacis Room 203

Adobe Dreamweaver: Use Web Design Technology to Build Lessons with Active Components (video, sound, interactive links, etc.)

Tues. Oct. 23rd 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


Introduction to MS PowerPoint Tues. Oct. 23rd 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.


Introduction to MS Excel Tues. Oct. 23rd 1:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m.


The Academy of Reading: A Literacy Intervention Tool

Thurs. Oct. 25th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


What Else Can I Do in eClass? Thurs. Oct. 25th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.


Calling All Movie Producers and Directors: Video Editing 101 for Educators

Tues. Oct. 30th 9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.





Working Together To Educate All Education and Community Resource Fair

Hosted By The Toronto Catholic District School Board

Special Services Department and

Special Education Advisory Committee

Please mark your calendar for:

Saturday November 3rd, 2007 Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Avenue East

Assistive Technology - Autism Spectrum Disorders - Blind and Low Vision Support - Booksellers

and Educational Resources - Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Gifted Program - Identification, Placement and Review Committees (IPRCs) - Individual Education Plans (IEPs) - Early Language Interventions - Learning Disability Supports - Intellectual Disability Resources - Rehabilitation

Services - Transitioning to High School

Parents, Teachers, Support Staff and Students are all welcome!




AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS COURSE November 2007

A course consisting of four (4) full-day sessions will be offered to TCDSB staff who are currently working with children with autism or PDD. Topics: Overview/diagnostic issues, Communication Strategies, Sensory Integration, Stress and Anxiety,

Behaviour, Educational Planning, Teaching Techniques, Asperger’s Syndrome, Parent Perspective Speakers: Valerie McAlpine, Teacher – Support Service for Autism

Lorraine White, Speech-Language Pathologist – Support Service for Autism Guest speakers

Enrolment is limited to 25 participants. Interested applicants should complete the form below. Provision has been made for supply coverage. Please note that supply coverage is only provided for permanent employees. A new list of candidates is being developed. All those interested in participating should complete the form below, even if an application has been submitted previously. All those accepted into the course will be contacted prior to the start date.

Dates: Tuesday, November 6, 2007 Tuesday, November 13, 2007 Tuesday, November 20, 2007 Thursday, November 29, 2007

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Catholic Education Centre Catholic Teachers’ Centre, 3rd floor Name: ________________________________________________________________________ School: _______________________________________________________________________ Position: ______________________________________________________________________ Principal’s signature: (Mandatory)__________________________________________________ Please describe your current work situation e.g. age of child/children you are working with, what your specific concerns are.

Please return to Speech and Language Services, Catholic Education Centre Attention: Raffaela Rocca by October 29, 2007 (Fax to 416-512-4994)

If the course is oversubscribed, selection will be based on a balance of geographic area and needs.

October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 14-6a



October 9, 2007SUBJECT: 14-6b






TO BE POSTED ON BULLETIN BOARD

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF

SERVICE QUALITY SUPERVISOR Non Union Level 9 - $ 61,083.82 - $73,300.58

PLEASE NOTE: TWO SERVICE QUALITY SUPERVISOR POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE. SERVICE QUALITY SUPERVISORS ARE REQUIRED TO WORK EITHER DAY SHIFT HOURS OR AFTERNOON SHIFT HOURS, DEPENDING UPON DEPARTMENT/ MANAGEMENT NEEDS. CRITERIA FOR AN INTERVIEW ARE AS FOLLOWS: • Three (3)-year College Diploma (Property Management) • Four (4) to seven (7) years of related experience in a unionized environment • Valid driver’s licence and vehicle • Consideration for an interview will be given to those candidates who are currently enrolled in the FMA

diploma, or RPA Designation. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible to the Senior Manager of Facilities Management for providing professional support for all facilities activities including custodial supervision and training, maintenance services, contract administration and project management for assigned family schools by: • providing effective communication with stakeholders • ensuring that service excellence is provided to all schools within the assigned area • effective documentation and follow up related to employees under their direct supervision • ensuring the effective management of all assigned budgets • ensuring the effective deployment of assigned staff • ensuring the effective management of projects and contracted services • contributing to the interviewing and selection process for staff including recruiting and promotional opportunities • conducting employee evaluations and participating in the grievance and disciplinary process • participating in the development and delivery of training courses • coordinating in-service meetings • facilitating the implementation of new programs • maintaining deployment and other related activities in the RMS System • receiving and coordinating vacation requests from staff ensuring adequate school coverage • responding to problems and emergencies (e.g. electrical/mechanical problems) • auditing activities of all assigned caretakers, maintenance services and contracted by visiting schools during

evening hours • subject to callout beyond regular work day/week as emergencies arise and participating in a rotating callout

schedule • demonstrated supervisory ability • demonstrated initiative and leadership skills • excellent organizational interpersonal skills Completed résumés, together with supporting educational documents and references, referring to Posting—Service Quality Supervisor, are to be received from interested candidates by no later than, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007, and should be submitted by e-mail or hardcopy to Linda Moynagh, Supervisor, Support Staff, Human Resources, Catholic Education Centre.




CUPE LOCAL 1328 CUPE LOCAL 1328

O.C.T. O.C.T.

POSTING BID FORM

Please print: EMPLOYEE NAME: ___________________________________________________ Last Name First Name EMPLOYEE NO: _________________________________________ PRESENT POSITION: _________________________________________ PRESENT LOCATION: _________________________________________ SENIORITY DATE: _________________________________________ Day Month Year SUPPLY SECRETARY INDICATE START DATE: _________________________________________ Day Month Year I WISH TO APPLY FOR: POSTING NO. ________________ POSITION: ________________________________________ LOCATION: ________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Signature: __________________________________




PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSTING NO. POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGE # 41-2007 Secretary James Culnan Catholic School Grade 5

$714.46 to $829.99 QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent • Two (2) years of related Secretarial experience • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level) • Minimum of 50 wpm typing • Must have good interpersonal skills in relating to pupils and parents. • Ability to work independently. DUTIES: School Secretaries are engaged to assist the Principal of the school in the performance of office duties as directed by the Principal. THIS IS A 10-MONTH POSITION PLEASE NOTE REVISED BIDDING PROCESS – Bid sheet only required at this time. One bid sheet for every posting must be submitted. A copy for your convenience has been attached. BID SHEET REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AREA AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, SUPPORT STAFF, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, TORONTO, ONTARIO BY NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007. ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THEIR RESUME AND PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION.

SUBJECT: 15-4

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS - AWARDS

#28-2007 – H. D’Souza

#31-2007 – J. Panin





CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSTING NO. POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGE # 42-2007 Secretary Jean Vanier Catholic

Secondary School Grade 5 $714.46 to $829.99

QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent Two (2) years of related Secretarial experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level) Minimum 50 wpm typing and word processing/computer experience required Must have good interpersonal skills in relating to pupils and parents Ability to work independently DUTIES: School Secretaries are engaged to assist the Principal of the school in the performance of office duties as directed by the Principal and/or Head Secretary where applicable. Duties may include registration; attendance or guidance office procedures; correspondence and front desk functions. THESE ARE 11-MONTH POSITION PLEASE NOTE REVISED BIDDING PROCESS – Bid sheet only required at this time. One bid sheet for every posting must be submitted. A copy for your convenience has been attached. BID SHEET REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AREA AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, SUPPORT STAFF, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, TORONTO, ONTARIO BY NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007. ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THEIR RESUME AND PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION.





CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE #43-2007 Secretary

Human Resources Department

Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Avenue East

Grade 5 $714.46 to $829.99

Qualifications: • Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent, preferably working towards a Human Resources Community

College Diploma • Two (2) years of experience in an HR environment • Experience of working with multiple bargaining units and collective agreements within an HR environment

from the recruitment/selection process through to the retirement/termination process of an employee’s life cycle • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level) • Ability to work well under pressure in a deadline oriented environment • Attention to detail • Proven analytical skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Proven experience with HR/Payroll systems • Experience with SAP HR/Payroll system a definite asset • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment Duties: • Process a variety of duties related to employee file maintenance including revisions to the life-cycle of

employee master data on the SAP/Payroll System, e.g.: set up newly hired employees, salary revisions, placing employees on various leaves, resignations, retirements, transfers, various allowances etc.

• Respond to inquiries from employees regarding various issues relating to the recruitment process through to questions/concerns involving reference to specific collective agreements and HR policies

• Perform clerical/secretarial duties related to the processing and maintaining of staff records including preparation of letters, maintaining staff files

• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the department WRITTEN APPLICATION REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, SUPPORT STAFF, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, NORTH YORK, ONTARIO NOT LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007 PLEASE NOTE: RESUME AND ANY PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ARE REQUESTED. EMPLOYEES WHO APPLY FOR MORE THAN ONE POSTING MUST SUBMIT INDIVIDUAL COVERING LETTER, RESUME AND DOCUMENTS PER BID.

SUBJECT: 15-7

TO BE POSTED ON CARETAKER/TRADES & MAINTENANCE BULLETIN BOARDS

CUPE LOCAL 1280 JOB POSTINGS - CANCELLED

# 44-07 # 45-07

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