db September 24 2007 edition - TCDSB

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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. FROM THE BOARD, Administrative & Corporate Services Committee

3. CATEGORY UPGRADING FORM--repeat

4. MEDIA SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Media Services--repeat - Body Atlas, New Science DVDs--repeat - Autumn – Thanksgiving - Halloween

5. CITY OF TORONTO’S FALL CLEAN-UP

6. AUDITIONS FOR CARDINAL CARTER ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS

7. SCHOOL ANNIVERSARIES, OFFICIAL OPENINGS & BLESSINGS - St. Benedict’s 50th Anniversary - St. Catherine’s 40th Anniversary--repeat - St. Louis’ 60th Anniversary--repeat

8. EVENT NOTICES - Staff Choir Rehearsal--repeat - Faith Connections’ Theology on Tap--repeat - Angel Foundation for Learning Dancing Class - Cardinal Carter’s ‘Crazy for You’ - Evening to Feed the Soul, Angel Foundation for Learning--repeat - Retirement Planning Seminars

9. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - St. Matthew Catholic School - St. Joseph’s College School

10 MEMORIALS

11. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

12. CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY - The Foundation Series--repeat - Visual Arts Workshops, Grade 2 Teachers - Visual Arts Workshops, Grade 5 Teachers

13. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Course for Teachers in ME/DD Programs - Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training Program--repeat - Social Justice Educational Study Tour--repeat

14. APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY - Section 23 Teacher, Secondary, Mathematics, Covenant House

CUPE LOCAL 1328 - Elementary School Secretary--various - Awards - Secondary School Secretary, Pope John Paul II - Posting Bid Form

CUPE LOCAL 1280 - Head Caretaker, St. Francis de Sales

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 September 24, 2007

PLEASE ENSURE THAT A COPY OF THE WEEKLY DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN IS MADE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL STAFF #4

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

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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 4

The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board

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

September 23 – September 29

Sts. Cosmas and Damian – September 26 Canadian Martyrs – September 26

Brebeuf – September 26 St. Jean de Brebeuf – September 26

St. Isaac Jogues – September 26 St. Rene Goupil – September 26

St. Gabriel Lalemont – September 26 St. Charles Garnier – September 26 St. Antoine Daniel – September 26

St. Vincent de Paul – September 27

St. Michael – September 29

St. Michael Choir – September 29 St. Raphael – September 29




FROM THE BOARD

Summary of Board Highlights and Decisions _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Wednesday, September 12, 2007 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee

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Committee meeting date changed The next meeting of the Administrative and Corporate Services Committee was originally scheduled for October 10th. Because this date coincides with the provincial election, the Board approved rescheduling the meeting to Thursday, October 11th at 7:00 p.m.

Use of additional funding to address the accumulated deficit On August 14, 2007 the Ministry of Education announced additional funding for school boards. Subject to any major issues arising throughout the year, the additional grant allocation of $7.1M for 2007-08, will be held in reserve and applied to address the accumulated deficit of $18.4M in 2008/09. Subject to any major issues arising throughout the year, the additional grant announced for 2008-09 estimated at $4.8M plus the increase in the grant base from 2007-08 of $7.1M for a total of $11.9M in 2008/09, will be applied to the accumulated deficit of $18.4M. The $11.9million that will be received in 2009/10 will be held in reserve until the Board can take a look at the needs of the Board and how the monies could be best put to use.

Transportation Services Consortia plan endorsed The Board has approved the existing Student Transportation Services Consortia plan. The plan is being submitted to the Ministry of Education, which is basing the transportation funding formula on the current effectiveness and efficiency reviews, which will only be granted to those Boards who have established an approved transportation consortium. Based on the scoring in the reviews, Boards may receive up to 100 per cent of their current deficit but there is no indication that there will be funding to address equity throughout the province.

Board approves new trust funds The Board has approved the establishment of the following trust funds: Christina Walters Endowment Fund for the Arts (Policy F.F.16), which will be used annually to subsidize and

encourage the exposure of junior division students of Canadian Martyrs Catholic School to the arts, which may include theatre, dance, music, photography, crafts, visual or media arts.

Sister Anita Albert Memorial Fund (Policy F.F.17), which will provide an annual award to an eligible student graduating from Senator O’Connor College School, who is planning to pursue studies in a post-secondary institution in Canada.

Pay It Forward Award (Policy F.F.18), which will provide for an award to be granted annually for the next 10 years to an eligible student graduating from Monsignor Fraser College. The award is intended to assist students in planning post-secondary pursuits.

Enrolment update As of September 11th, TCDSB’s (per pupil count) enrolment was 62,102 elementary students and 29,739 secondary students for a combined total of 91,840. This was an increase of more than 4,000 students from the first day enrolments of September 4th, 2007.

Upcoming Meetings: Special Education Advisory Committee September 26, 2007 Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee October 3, 2007 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee October 11, 2007 Board October 17, 2007 All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, North York.

Produced by the Communications Department, Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Ave. E., North York, Ontario M2N 6E8 * 416-222-8282, ext. 5314 * fax: 416-229-5342 * e-mail: [email protected]

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.

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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

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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)

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Welcome to the Media Services Department

Media Services continues to offer? Loan Video Collection

CD/DVD/VHS duplication Equipment Loans Equipment Repairs East and West Media Resource Centre’s for Teacher’s use

Loan Video Collection – There is a complete line of VHS & DVD programs that support all curriculum subject areas and are available via the Internet. http://interdev.tcdsb.org/avcatalog/ is the library address. Orders are placed by e-mail only and are on a 10-day loan [email protected] Please identify yourself, school location, give the Title & Call Number & dates the videos are requested CD/DVD/VHS duplication 416-397-6569 - The department can duplicate Media Resource materials, provided they are copyright clearance. It is possible to have copies of your school’s first communion, confirmation, graduation, multi-media yearbooks, and any other multi-media presentations). Equipment Loans - Loan equipment includes: Karaoke machines, Sound Systems of varying sizes, Lighting Systems, Video Projectors, various size large screens, VCRs, DVD/CD players. All requests for loan equipment are placed by e-mail only. [email protected] A/V Repair 416-393-5776 - The department has the facilities to repair on site Board approved audio-visual equipment. Please fill out an “Equipment Repair Tag” and attach the tag to the broken item and ship to A/V Repair – Warehouse. Media Centres - Open for teacher use!!! West Media Centre (St. Maurice – open Monday & Tuesday / 3:30 – 7:00 p.m.) 416-393-5099 East Media Centre (SBSSS/East – (St. Richard) – open Wednesday & Thursday / 3:30 – 7:00 p.m.) 416-393-5617 Laminating, Cerlox binding, sign-making, shape-cutting, button making.

For additional information please call 416-397-6569

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Body Atlas - New Science DVD’s AN UPDATE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA SERVICES

Call # LD1119 Title: Body Atlas - In the Womb - Glands & Hormones Grade Level - Senior Call # LD1120 Title: Body Atlas - Muscle and Bone - Breath of Life Grade Level - Senior Call # LD1121 Title: Body Atlas -Skin-The Food Machine-Taste &Smell Grade Level - Senior

Call # LD1122 Title: Body Atlas -Visual Reality - Defend and Repair – Sex Grade Level - Senior Call # LD1123 Title: Body Atlas - The Human Pump - Now Hear This - The Brain Grade Level - Senior




AN UPDATE FROM THE MEDIA SERVICES DEPARTMENT

AUTUMN- THANKSGIVING- HALLOWEEN Call # LV1302 Title: Animals in Autumn and Winter Call # LV1363 Title: Children in Autumn Call# LV6801 Title: Pumpkin Circle Call# LV4028 Title: Reasons for the Seasons

Call# LV7241 Title: Farms in the Fall Call# LV10006 Title: Autumn Nature Call# LV6195 Title: Giving thanks – A Native American good morning message Call# LV6856 Title: Let’s create for Thanksgiving Call# LV1010 Title: Bones: Reading & Writing Poetry Call# LV1069 Title: Disney’s haunted Halloween Call# LV2175 Title: The worst witch Call# LV3774 Title: Disney’s haunted Halloween Call# LV6901 Title: Elmo says Boo!

Call# LV2166 Title: Winnie the Pooh Discovers the Seasons Call # LV3816 Title: Fall Call# LV3929 Title: Autumn Call# LV6433 Title: Fourways Farm III - In four Seasons

Call# LV7260 Title: Autumn Call# LD1060 Title: Stories from the Seventh Fire Traditional Aboriginal Legends Call# LV6212 Title: Molly’s Pilgrim Call# LV1067 Title: Disney’s wonderful world of Winter Call# LV1068 Title: Trick or Treat Call# LV1560 Title: Halloween is Grinch Night Call# LV3773 Title: Halloween Call# LV6381 Title: By the light of the Halloween moon Call# LV7524 Title: The New Misadventures of Ichabod Crane

To order please email [email protected]




PARK CLEAN-UP REQUEST FORM – FALL 2007 (October 15 - November 2)

To sign up your school group for a park clean-up and receive supervisor contact info, please fill out this form and e-mail it to [email protected] or fax to 416-392-0044 by Friday, September 28. If you have any questions, please contact Fiona Street at 416-392-1853. Limited to one request per school; grades 1 to 6, environment clubs or special needs students only. Thank you.

*Note: Bags and gloves are supplied by the City of Toronto and TCDSB only for the Spring Clean-up. Please ask students to bring a bag and gloves from home for the Fall Clean-up.

SCHOOL NAME

ADDRESS

CONTACT NAME (Principal preferred)

PHONE NUMBER (School number preferred)

E-MAIL ADDRESS (TEL account preferred)

PARK NAME

PARK LOCATION (If you don’t know the exact name of the park, please provide details of its location.

Clean up Day You may select any school day between October 15 to November 2

Date: Time:

Number of Participants

Students:

Grade: Staff/Parents:

Four schools will have an opportunity to plant a tree in the park as part of the clean-up. If you wish to enter the draw, please indicate your interest below. Tree Planting Draw: □ Yes □ No




AUDITIONS FOR CARDINAL CARTER ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS

Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts will be holding auditions on Thursday, January 24th 2008, for grades 7 to 12 in Dance, Drama, Instrumental and Vocal Music, and Visual Arts for September 2008. Students must apply by no later than Monday, December 3rd, 2007. Application forms will be available at CCAA after November 1st as well as sent to every elementary school under separate cover, via courier.

Parent Information Evening Open House

Thursday, November 1st, 2007 7:00 p.m. in the Theatre

For further information, contact Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts at 416-393-5556.

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We invite our friends, former staff, alumni, students and their families to join us at the school to celebrate on:

Mass – 2:00pm Open House – 3:00 – 5:00pm

St. Benedict Catholic School

2202 Kipling Avenue Etobicoke, Ontario, M9W 4K9




St. Catherine Catholic School 30 Roanoke Road

We’re celebrating our 40th Anniversary! Saturday, September 29, 2007

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

Mass at 1:00 p.m. in school yard

followed by BBQ, music and activities

Please R.S.V.P. to school at (416) 393-5316 or by email [email protected]

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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




The Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto invite you to …

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 26, 2007 Darren Dias, Dominican Priest & Doctorate Student No Salvation Outside the Church? A Vatican II Response

FAITH CONNECTIONS’ THEOLOGY ON TAP: the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto invite young adults (19-39 yrs) to a thought provoking social evening. Join us from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26th at the Duke of York Pub. Darren Dias, a Dominican priest and doctorate student, will be joining us to speak about “No Salvation Outside the Church? A Vatican II Response.” Munchies provided, come & bring a friend! More Info? www.faithconnections.ca or call Vanessa Nicholas 416-222-1101. WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 24, 2007 Luke Stocking, Development and Peace Development and Peace’s 40th Anniversary will be celebrated in the Archdiocese of Toronto during October. TBA

FAITH CONNECTIONS’ THEOLOGY ON TAP: the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto invite young adults (19-39 yrs) to a thought provoking social evening. Join us from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24th at the Duke of York Pub. Guest Speaker: Luke Stocking of Development and Peace. Munchies provided, come & bring a friend! Info? www.faithconnections.ca or call Vanessa Nicholas 416-222-1101. WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2007 Bishop Peter Hundt, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toronto Living Poverty of Spirit: the challenges and benefits

FAITH CONNECTIONS’ THEOLOGY ON TAP: the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto invite young adults (19-39 yrs) to a thought provoking social evening. Join us from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21st at the Duke of York Pub. Bishop Peter Hundt, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toronto, will be joining us to speak about “Living Poverty of Spirit: the challenges and benefits.” Munchies provided, come & bring a friend! Info? www.faithconnections.ca or call Vanessa Nicholas 416-222-1101.

Duke of York Pub 39 Prince Arthur Ave. (North of Bloor St. W., corner of Bedford)

Come and Bring a Friend!

For more information contact:

Sr. Thérèse Meunier, Director Vanessa Nicholas, Assistant Director [email protected] [email protected] 416-250-3105 416-222-1426 ext. 276 www.faithconnections.ca

FAITH CONNECTIONS’ THEOLOGY ON TAPA thought-provoking social evening for young adults

(19-39yrs) where a speaker provides opportunity for discussion.




You will learn dances to different types of

music. It includes country western, disco, waltz, cha cha .… Other benefits: improves your memory, get

your body exercise and have fun!! No partners required!!

September 27 to November 29 (Thursday)

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Beginner I/II)

7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. (Beginner II/Intermediate)

Blessed Trinity Catholic Elementary School

3205 Bayview Ave.

For information & details:

[email protected] or 416-222-8282 ext. 5349

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Register by donating $25.00 to the The Angel Foundation for Learning

Beginner I/II (1st session) Intermediate (2nd session) Both sessions ($50)

Name:

Work Location:

Home address: (optional) (only if you would like to receive a donation tax receipt)

Please print

Please send the above information and cheque payable to The Angel Foundation for Learning, to

Joan Lovell at the CEC, 80 Sheppard Ave.E., Toronto, ON M2N 6E8.




Presents the 3rd Annual Evening to Feed the Soul Tribute Gala

Join us as we pay tribute to the individuals who are making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable students.

Friday, October 19, 2007 Montecassino Banquet and Event Venue, 3701 Chesswood Drive, North York

6:00 p.m. Antipasto Bar and Champagne Reception 7:00 p.m. Full Course Dinner, Open Bar featuring the Golden Halo Martini

The evening includes: Jazz Ensemble, Silent Auction, Art Auction and Dancing

$80.00 / person • A $30 tax receipt will be issued $900 Friends of Buddy Table (Dept. table of 10)

For tickets or further information, please contact Sonia Gallo at 416.222.8282 ext. 6022 / [email protected]

Funds raised will be used to provide further support for the 45 Student Nutrition Programs in the

Toronto Catholic District School Board administered by The Angel Foundation for Learning. The Foundation feeds over 9,000 students daily through breakfast, snack and lunch programs.

Name: __________________________________________ School: _________________________________________ Number of tickets: _______________

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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

Joyce Jennings mother of Elizabeth Jennings, Supply Teacher, TCDSB Michele Pisani father of Regina Caputo, Educational Assistant at

St. Paul Catholic School




BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Ally Megan Jude Tecimer and William Cameron Jude Tecimer

born July 9, 2007. Daughter and Son of Maryanne Tecimer, Teacher at

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School and Dan Tecimer

Julia Simonetta

born July 16, 2007. Daughter of Christina Alati Simonetta, Teacher at

St. Benedict Catholic School and Joe Simonetta

Anthony Costanzo

born August 17, 2007. Son of Susan Costanzo, Teacher at St. James Catholic School

and Mario Costanzo

Scarlett Grace Peters born August 26, 2007. Daughter of

Deborah Munro, Teacher at St. Pius X Catholic School

and Stephen Peters, Teacher at St. James Catholic School

Julia Ella Marie Pizzonia

born August 29, 2007. Daughter of Antonella Cianfarani-Pizzonia, Guidance Counsellor at Monsignor Percy Johnson Catholic Secondary School

and Anthony Pizzonia

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.

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CURRICULUM AND ACCOUNTABILITY DEPARTMENT

is pleased to offer a Session of

THE FOUNDATION SERIES (2007)*

for

TEACHERS WHO ASPIRE TO BECOME VICE-PRINCIPALS WITH THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Program Highlights • An eleven-session series to assist teachers to identify their vocation to Catholic school leadership • Five (5) Modules:

− Spritual Leadership − Personal Inventory − Leadership in Race and Ethnic Relations − Leadership in Building a Catholic School Culture − Retreat Presentations, discussions, opportunities for reflection, sharing and dialogue

Program Requirements • Positive recommendation in writing from principal/superordinate • Testimonial letter of reference from a colleague in school/department attesting to the candidate’s leadership

qualities • Five years of successful teaching as of June 2007

(excludes Assigned Occasional and long-term assignments) • Religious Education Qualifications, Part I or equivalent Program Information • LOCATION: CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, Catholic Teachers’ Centre SESSIONS: Wednesday September 26 Wednesday October 3, 10, 17, 24 Wednesday November 7, 14, 21, 28 Wednesday December 5 • TIME: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. • RETREAT: Saturday, December 8 - 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm

APPLICATIONS DUE – September 21, 2007 - Class size limited to 30 participants Complete applications(next page) accepted on a first come, first served basis

For further information, please contact:

Ralph Peter, Program Coordinator, Curriculum and Accountability at (416) 222-8282, ext. 2169 or e-mail (preferred, if at all possible) [email protected]

*Participation in the Foundations Series is a requirement for those applying to the Vice-Principalship

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FOUNDATIONS COURSE – REGISTRATION PAGE NAME:___________________________________________________ SCHOOL/PLACEMENT:____________________________________ TEACHING YEARS:________________________________________ WHEN DO YOU INTEND TO TAKE PRINCIPAL PARTS I AND II?

WITHIN 5 YEARS ______

ALREADY HAVE PART I _____

ALREADY HAVE PARTS I AND II ___________ WHY ARE YOU TAKING FOUNDATIONS AT THIS TIME?




Visual Arts Workshops Grade 2 Teachers

Free Grade 2 Art Connections Resource

Attention Grade 2 Teachers! Come out to this visual arts workshop designed especially for teaching your arts curriculum. With the Ministry of Education funding for the Arts Education, one teacher from every school will be given a copy of the Art Connections 2 Visual Arts Resource. (Resources will be distributed at the workshop) The workshop will provide practical insight on how to use this wonderful resource effectively. Teachers will be engaged in a studio activity from Art Connections 2 that targets the Grade 2 Visual Arts Curriculum Expectations. Registration is on PAL only and enrolment is limited! *Please note the different dates and locations. All workshops run from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Etobicoke Area

When: Thursday, September 27, 2007 Where: St. Dorothy, Room 124 South Area

When: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 Where: St. Alphonsus, Room 103, basement North Area

When: Wednesday October 3 Where: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Room 103 East Area

When: Wednesday October 24th Where: St. Richard, Conference Room, 1st floor

*For further information please contact Visual Arts Resource Teachers: Carla Di Nunzio [email protected] (North York/Scarborough)

Christa Gampp [email protected] (Toronto/Etobicoke)




Visual Arts Workshops Grade 5 Teachers

Free Grade 5 Art Connections Resource

Attention Grade 5 Teachers! Come out to this visual arts workshop designed especially for teaching your arts curriculum. With the Ministry of Education funding for the Arts Education, one teacher from every school will be given a copy of the Art Connections 5 Visual Arts Resource. (Resources will be distributed at the workshop) The workshop will provide practical insight on how to use this wonderful resource effectively. Teachers will be engaged in a studio activity from Art Connections 5 that targets the Grade 5 Visual Arts Curriculum Expectations. Registration is on PAL only and enrolment is limited! *Please note the different dates and locations. All workshops run from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Etobicoke Area

When: Thursday, October 4, 2007 Where: St. Gregory, Room 207 South Area

When: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 Where: St. Alphonsus, Room 103, basement North Area

When: Thursday September 27th Where: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Room 103 East Area

When: Thursday October 11th

Where: St. Richard, conference room 1st floor

*For further information please contact Visual Arts Resource Teachers: Carla Di Nunzio [email protected] (North York/Scarborough)

Christa Gampp [email protected] (Toronto/Etobicoke)




COURSE FOR TEACHERS IN ME/DD PROGRAMS

October, 2007 – May, 2008

Presented by the Special Services Department A course has been developed for teachers in ME and DD programs in TCDSB. The course will be offered over seven (7) days to TCDSB staff. Preference will be given to staff who are who is currently working with students in ME/DD Programs. Topics: Overview of Multiple Exceptionalities and Developmental Disabilities, program considerations for

ME/DD students, social and behaviour considerations, communication programming, assistive technology, school-community-parent partnerships, professional practice considerations.

Speakers: Special Services staff and guest speakers Location: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Dates: October 15, 2007 November 13, 2007 December 11, 2007 January 15, 2008 February 5, 2008 April 8, 2008 May 13, 2008 Enrolment is limited to 25 participants. Participants are expected to attend all seven sessions. Supply coverage will be provided for those accepted into the course. All those interested in participating should complete the form below and send it to Raffaela Rocca, in the Speech and Language Department as soon as possible. Those accepted into the course will be contacted prior to the start date. Name: ________________________________________________________________________ School: _______________________________________________________________________ Position: ______________________________________________________________________ How many years have you taught in ME-DD programs? __________ Principal’s signature: (Mandatory)__________________________________________________

Please return to Speech and Language Services, Catholic Education Centre Attention: Raffaela Rocca by October 1, 2007 (Fax to 416-512-4994)




Attention: Upcoming

NON-VIOLENT CRISIS INTERVENTION® Training Program (CPI)

•If someone in your care became disruptive or assaultive—what would you do? •You can learn how to take control of an out-of-control situation. •You’ll feel calm and confident—instead of fearful and confused. •You’ll learn how to promote safety and dignity—always. Two-day Workshops are being offered at the Catholic Teachers’ Centre at CEC on:

• #1 -- Tuesday, September 25 (9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and Thursday, September 27 (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

or

• #2 -- Tuesday, October 23 (9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and Thursday, October 25 (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

or

• #3 -- Tuesday, November 27 (9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and Friday, November 30 (Please note day of week) (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

or

• # 4 -- Tuesday, December 11 (9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and Thursday, December 13 (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Register through on http://www.tcdsb.org For both Elementary and Secondary Panels: Special Education teachers, Classroom teachers, EA’s, CYW’s, Principals and Vice-Principals (Please note: No SEMS code is being provided, each school has to make its own arrangements for coverage.)

Presented by: Paula Antinucci and Veronica Ellis, Assessment & Programming Teachers (Behaviour Team)

Participants must attend both sessions and write the test in order to receive a certificate. LIMITED SPACES SO APPLY EARLY!!! (Dress comfortably, wear running shoes and bring a pen.)




‘In all Things to Love and to Serve’

CCAANNAADDIIAANN JJEESSUUIITTSS IINNTTEERRNNAATTIIOONNAALL is offering a

SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATIONAL STUDY TOUR FOR EDUCATORS in

ZAMBIA

Summer 2008

This study tour will provide an overview of international historical, political and economic issues as they relate to developing countries. Framed in the lens of social justice, participants will examine changing relationships of injustice and exclusion between developed and developing countries by meeting people and communities who are working for social change. The trip will include visits to Jesuit projects in both rural and urban areas, meetings with community leaders, and lectures. A visit to Victoria Falls and/or a game park is included.

Cost - $4,500. Includes: airfare from Toronto, accommodation, most meals, transfers, land transportation, and gratuities.

An information meeting will take place on Thursday November 29, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Canadian Jesuits International, 1325 Bay St., Toronto ON. M5R 2C4. For an application form or more information contact:

Jenny Cafiso [email protected] Patricia O’Reilly [email protected]

We plant the seeds that one day will grow. We water the seeds already planted, knowing that they hold future promise. We lay foundations that will need further development. We provide yeast that produces effects far beyond our capabilities. Archbishop Oscar Romero, San Salvador (1917 – 1980) Note: Other participants who are not educators are welcome to apply

Spaces are limited.




APPLICATION FOR TEACHING POSITION

Section 23* Teacher (SECONDARY – MATHEMATICS) * Please note that Section 20 has been re-named to Section 23

SECTION 23 CLASSROOM LOCATED AT COVENANT HOUSE This Section 23 classroom is a partnership between the TCDSB and Covenant House. The agency provides crisis intervention services for homeless and runaway youth between the ages of 16 to 21 years. The students in the Section 23 classrooms at Covenant House are referred from the population of youth that are served by Covenant House. These include those who are emotionally distressed, those adversely affected by time spent living on the street (literally), those dealing with literacy and numeracy, physical and mental issues, pregnancy, drug addition, severe behavioural, immigration and refugees issues, those involved with and victims of sexual exploitation, prostitution, violence and the consequences of behaviours necessary for survival on the street. The Covenant House (CH) treatment staff and the 3 TCDSB teachers who are assigned to CH, work together in a multi-disciplinary approach. The teachers deliver individualized classroom instruction offering regular curriculum and high school credits in English, Mathematics and Social Sciences. Currently this posting is for an opening for one year in the Mathematics area with the possibility of the position becoming permanent after a year. The CH treatment staff support the educational staff by managing counselling issues that affect the youth’s ability to maintain the commitment to school, and by offering life skills classes, networking and following up with group homes and other community agencies which may be involved in the care and treatment of the youth. The teachers and treatment staff attend weekly case management meetings with the CH treatment residential and community services to discuss the progress of the students. Information is shared, treatment issues are resolved and discharge plans are updated. Projected PTR is approximately 8:1. The address for Covenant House is 20 Gerrard Street East of Yonge Street. Candidates are required to meet the following criteria:

Certificate of Registration and Qualification (formerly Ontario Teachers Certificate and Ontario Teachers Qualification Record Card)

Minimum of two (2) years of successful qualified teaching experience in secondary special education or alternative programs as of September 1, 2007

Minimum of two (2) years of successful qualified teaching experience in secondary schools Qualifications in Special Education Qualifications in Intermediate/Senior Divisions in Mathematics Positive recommendation from current principal

Preference will be given to candidates with the following: Qualifications in English As A Second Language (ESL) Ability to deliver secondary credits at the applied, academic or essential level Ability to work with youth with various needs, experiences and skills from pre-literacy to Gr. 12. Ability to work with students with behavioural and emotional needs Experience in program development and upgrading/credit completion Ability to provide informal student assessments Ability to liaise with teachers regarding transitioning of students Effective skills in collaboration, communication, organization, and problem solving Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and participate in case conferences

Interested Teachers are invited to submit their resumes with a copy of their current OCT Certificate of Qualification as well as their principal’s recommendation to Angela Sablinskas, Supervising Principal Section 23 Programs by September 28, 2007. Fax: 416-229-5385 or e-mail [email protected] Further information can be obtained by contacting the above at 416- 222-8282, ext. 2598. Interviews for the position will be done jointly by TCDSB and CH. Duties are to commence as soon as possible.




PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

The following Secretarial positions are available immediately (Salary Range: Grade 5 - $714.46 TO $829.99)

POSTING NO. SCHOOL #37-2007 Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic School #38-2007 St. Mary Catholic School #39-2007 St. Luke Catholic School

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. THESE ARE 10-MONTH POSITIONS 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 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007. ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THEIR RESUME AND PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION.

SUBJECT: 14-3

CUPE LOCAL 1328 - AWARDS

#30-2007 – M. Dillon #32-2007 – M. Mirabelli

#33-2007 – P. Fry #34-2007 – B. Brandiferri




PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

The following Secretarial positions are available immediately (Salary Range: Grade 5 - $714.46 to $829.99)

POSTING NO. SCHOOL #40-2007 Pope John Paul II Catholic Secondary School

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 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 NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THEIR RESUME AND PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION.




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: __________________________________




TO BE POSTED ON CARETAKER/TRADES & MAINTENANCE BULLETIN BOARDS

CUPE LOCAL 1280 JOB POSTINGS Note: 1. BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR BIDS, YOU ARE ASKED TO FIRST VISIT AND ACQUAINT YOURSELF

WITH THE SCHOOL/FACILITY FOR WHICH YOU PLAN TO SUBMIT A BID.

2. YOU ARE REMINDED THAT YOU MAY NOT BID ON ANOTHER JOB POSTING FOR A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS FOLLOWING ANY SUCCESSFUL BID EXCEPT FOR PROMOTION.

3. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL EMPLOYEE TO ENSURE THAT HE OR SHE HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE MADE AWARE OF ALL JOB POSTINGS CONTAINED IN THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN.

4. POSITION REQUIRES SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF BUILDING OPERATOR’S COURSE (CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT PROOF TOGETHER WITH THEIR BIDS IF THE POSITION IS A PROMOTION).

5. SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA, OR EQUIVALENT IS MANDATORY FOR ANY HEAD CARETAKER POSITION FOR EMPLOYEES HIRED AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 2001 (CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF GRADE 12 OR EQUIVALENT WITH THE BID FORM). APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION MEETING THIS REQUIREMENT WITH THEIR BID SHEET WILL NOT BE CALLED FOR AN INTERVIEW. IF YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE OBTAINING DOCUMENTATION, PLEASE CALL INDEPENDENT LEARNING CENTRE AT 416-325-4338 FOR TEST.

POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE Posting # 53-07 Head Caretaker

St. Francis De Sales 333 Firgrove Crescent $22.30/hr

PLEASE NOTE: Only bids from employees currently in a Head Caretaker position, or employees who have successfully prequalified to bid on Head Caretaker postings, will be considered for this position.

SITE SPECIFIC REQUISITE SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION • successful completion of Building Operator’s Course • successful completion of the Board’s approved test(s) related to knowledge of mechanical systems • experience with requirements of a day care centre preferred • experience with HVAC (heating delivery systems)

SITE INFORMATION • site is a leased/shared site • site accommodates a day care centre • permits

EXPERIENCE • minimum of three (3) years of caretaking experience

SKILLS • effective interpersonal skills • thorough knowledge and experience with cleaning equipment and cleaning techniques; mechanical aptitude • organizational and leadership abilities

QUALFICATIONS • knowledge of written and verbal English for effective communication • overall proven good attendance • positive recommendation from immediate Service Quality Supervisor

WRITTEN OR FAXED (416-512-3046) APPLICATION REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AND POSITION MUST REACH THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, ATTENTION: LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR - SUPPORT STAFF, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, NORTH YORK, ONTARIO, NOT LATER THAN, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007.

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