Validating our Mission/Vision April 23, 2007

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Subjects:

1. CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

2. SAINTS OF THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

T 3. FROM THE BOARD, ADMINISTRATIVE AND CORPORATE H DIRECTOR’S SERVICES COMMITTEE, APRIL 11, 2007 E BULLETIN 4. ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH

5. TCDSB GO ROBOTICS! CHALLENGE 2006-2007

6. SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PRESENTATIONS

In a school community 7 AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES & CONTESTS - Excellence in Teaching Award formed by Catholic - Mario Gasparotto Memorial Visual Arts Award--repeat beliefs and traditions, - CUPE Student Bursaries - CUPE Award of Merit our Mission is to educate students 8. SCHOOL ANNIVERSARIES, OFFICIAL OPENINGS & BLESSINGS - St. Bonaventure’s 50th Anniversary--repeat to their full potential th - St. Teresa’s 50 Anniversary - St. Gregory’s 50th Anniversary--repeat

9. EVENT NOTICES - St. Charles Garnier ‘School Make-Over Day’ A Community of Faith - Newman Arts’ ‘Joe vs. the Volcano’--repeat - Brebeuf’s ‘Opening Night’ - Parents Talking to Parents Forum - Special Education is Changing Forum - Epiphany of our Lord CSAC Parent Workshop

With Heart in Charity - The Angel Foundation for Learning’s Annual Literacy Tea--repeat - The Angel Foundation for Learning’s Challenge--repeat - Jean Vanier’s Class of ’95 Reunion--repeat

10. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - St. Malachy Catholic School Anchored in Hope - St. Norbert Catholic School - The Divine Infant Catholic School

- Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School - St. Stephen Catholic School - Chaminade College School - St. Jude Catholic School - St. Gabriel Lalemant Catholic School - St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School - Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School - James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School

The Toronto Catholic District 11. MEMORIALS School Board educates close to 90,000 students from diverse 12. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

cultures and language 13. CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY backgrounds in its 201 Catholic - The Foundation Series--repeat elementary and secondary - Parent Involvement Committee Workshops schools and serves 471,078 - Summer Institutes continued… Catholic school supporters across ______the City of Toronto Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6E8 Telephone: 416-222-8282

PLEASE ENSURE THAT A COPY OF THE WEEKLY DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN IS MADE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL STAFF 1#32

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…continued Subjects:

14. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Faith Connections May Media Month - Using Assistive Technology in the Classroom - Literacy through Dramatic Play - Matter of the Arts: The Arts for Everyone

15 APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY - Secondment to the Ontario Science Centre Science School--repeat

CUPE LOCAL 1328 - IT Technician – Software Deployment/Asset Management, CEC & Awards - Client Support Specialist, CEC - Posting Bid Form

CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS - Education Assistant, St. Charles & Awards - Posting Bid Forms

Summer Job Opportunities in South Korea 2007

POLICY REGISTER UPDATE Approved Access to Schools by Individuals and Organizations http://www.tcdsb.org/policyregister/S13.html

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 1

“Created in the Image of God”

Celebrating Catholic Education Week

April 29-May 4, 2007

Our Catholic schools are unique faith-centered communities, which integrate thinking and believing in ways that encourage intellectual growth, nurture faith and inspire action. The Toronto Catholic District School Board is a community of educators, but even more importantly it is a community of faith. It is our shared belief in Jesus Christ and in Catholic teachings and values that binds us together. No matter where we come from, we recognize that we are all members of the one body of Christ.

We are blessed to work in an environment that is filled with the energy and spirit of youth and children. The rich diversity of our student population and school communities gives us the impetus to learn about, and develop an appreciation for, the many cultures, languages and ethnicities that make an indelible imprint on our daily lives. Our mission calls us to educate each and every student to his or her full potential by focusing not just on the basics. Through a Christ-centered vision, and in partnership with parents, parishes and communities, we are called upon to serve students from diverse cultural, linguistic and ethnic backgrounds in Canada’s largest and most dynamic city.

As we celebrate Catholic Education Week, let us look deep within ourselves to recognize the image of God, while we also look for God’s image within our colleagues, our students and our neighbours.

This is indeed a time of celebration as we reflect upon the many accomplishments of our students and our achievements as a Catholic school system, and to focus also on the future of Catholic education.

I thank all of you for your continued commitment to the Toronto Catholic District School Board and for your ongoing support of publicly-funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario.

Kevin Kobus Director of Education

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 2

The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board

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

April 22 – April 28

St. Fidelis – April 24

St. Mark – April 25

St. Marcellus – April 26 Our Lady of Wisdom (Our Lady of Good Counsel) – April 26

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 3

FROM THE BOARD Summary of Board Highlights and Decisions ______

Wednesday, April 11, 2007 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee ______

Placement of Pupils Policy to be reviewed The Board will move forward with a review of the Placement of Pupils Policy, which will include a review of all elementary and secondary schools in the system. The draft policy is expected to be ready in the fall of 2007.

Policy T.14 Delegations to be reviewed The Board will consider changes to Policy T.14 Delegations, which may limit the time devoted to one specific subject or topic.

Non-Resident Visa Student Fees approved The Board approved the following fees for non-resident visa students for 2007: ƒ $10,500 for Elementary students ($1,050 per month pro-rated) ƒ $12,000 for Secondary students ($1,200 per month pro-rated) ƒ $12,000 for Secondary students over the age of 21 ($1,500 per course, based on 8 courses)

Tenders awarded The Board has approved the following: ƒ That Architectural Lighting Design (ALD) be appointed as the consultant to assist staff with tendering and to project manage the lighting retrofits at six school locations in 2007 in the amount of $13,714.06. ƒ That the unit price contract for 2007 sod and top soil replacement be awarded to Hank Deenen Landscaping Limited. ƒ That the contract for 2007 grass cutting/pruning/leaf removal/fertilizing/aerating be awarded to contractors meeting board specifications in the total amount of $444,800.28.

Upcoming Meetings Exemplary Practice Awards April 24 Special Education Advisory Committee April 25 Awards Night April 30

Economic Development Sub-Committee May 2, 6:00 pm. Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee May 2, 7:00 p.m. Administrative and Corporate Services Committee May 9 Board May 16

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 471,078 Catholic school supporters across the City of Toronto.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 4a

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This Forum was made possible by a Grant from the Ministry of Education

The Toronto District School Board and Toronto Catholic District School Board highly value the cultural richness offered by the diversity of our student and parent communities. The boards are proud to work with each other to jointly recognize Asian Heritage Month, and acknowledge the tremendous history and contributions of Asians within our school communities.

This year’s theme for Asian Heritage Month 2007 is "Optimizing Cultural Capital – A Recognition and Celebration of Asian Contributions and Leadership."

There are three components to this year's Asian Heritage Month: Student Leadership and Contributions, Educator Leadership and Challenges, and Strengthening Parent Leadership, Engagement and Supports.

Information, please visit www.tcdsb.org/about%20us/asianheritagemonth.html

Educator and Student Asian Heritage Month Education Leadership Symposium Roundtable

May 11, 9:30 am – 3:00 pm, OISE/UT May 11, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm The Symposium’s theme is Optimizing Cultural 15 King’s College Circle, UT Capacity. There are four strands: Cultural and The Third Annual Asian Heritage Month Education Linguistic and Understanding in Education, Challenges Roundtable’s theme is “What Makes Good Teaching and Supports, Leadership and Role Models, and What Resources for Asian Canadian Heritage Education?” is Canadian? Keynote speaker will be Senator Vivienne Poy.

Parent Forum Asian Heritage Month Celebration

May 12 WEST: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm May 24, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School Central Technical School

May 26 EAST: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Agincourt Collegiate Institute This event recognizes the talent and skills of Presentations include Safe Schools, Wellness Arts, and TDSB/TCDSB students through Asian performances. It School and Community Support. There will be a also increases students’ awareness and understanding of TDSB/TCDSB panel on enabling student success via the rich diversity of Asia’s culture and heritage through youth, Educator and Parent Contributions and Leadership. curriculum connections.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 4b

The Third Annual Asian Heritage Month Education Roundtable

CREATING TEACHING RESOURCES FOR ASIAN CANADIAN HERITAGE EDUCATION University College, University of Toronto Friday, May 11, 2007

Program

3:00 p.m. Tea/Coffee Reception University College Union, 79 St. George Street.

4:00 p.m. Education Roundtable Room 140, University College, University of Toronto, 15 King’s College Circle UC and UP on the Campus Map at http://oracle.osm.utoronto.ca/map/index2.html

4:00 p.m. Greeting from University College

4:05 – 4:10 p.m. Welcome by Senator Vivienne Poy

4:10 – 4:15 p.m. Session Introduction by Professor Ruth Hayhoe (Roundtable Chair and Moderator)

4:15 – 4:35 p.m. Keynote: "Meeting the Needs of Our Diverse Society" Ms. Sue Durst, Director, Curriculum and Assessment Policy Branch, Ministry of Education

4:35 – 4:50 p.m. “Teaching for Social Justice and Cultural Diversity.” Professor Reva Joshee (Co-Director, Centre for Leadership and Diversity, OISE/University of Toronto)

4:50 – 5:05 p.m. “Challenges to Providing Inclusive Asian Heritage Curriculum” Mari Rutka (TDSB Trustee) Peter Chang (TDSB Principal) Pam Kaur (TDSB Vice Principal)

5:05 – 5:20 p.m. “Asian Canadian Heritage Education Teaching Resources and the School Curriculum.” Kirk Mark (Race and Ethnic Relations Multiculturalism, Curriculum and Accountability Department, TCDSB)

5:20 – 5:35 p.m. "Is it Asian or Asian Canadian --Teaching Asian Canadian Heritage in Our Public Schools" Ms. Tam Goossen (Research Associate at the Asian Institute of the Munk Centre, University of Toronto, Past President of the Urban Alliance on Race Relations )

5:35 – 5:45 p.m. The Japanese Canadian Legacy Project - "Preserving the History and Contributions of the Japanese Canadians Through a Web-based Archive" Ms. Lorene Nagata (Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre)

5:45 – 6:30 p.m. Open Discussion: Theme: “What Makes Good Teaching Resources For Asian Canadian Heritage Education? How Do We Create Good Teaching Resources? What Can Each Organization/Institution Provide?” Chair: Professor Ruth Hayhoe

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 5

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR THE FIRST TCDSB GO ROBOTICS! CHALLENGE This event is being hosted by the Elementary Gifted Withdrawal Programs.

Students and teachers are invited to attend our FIRST EVER- GO Robotics! Challenge. This challenge is for junior and intermediate students who attend our Catholic elementary schools. This challenge is meant for students interested in robotics. They can be beginners or experienced robotics’ programmers using the Lego ROBOLAB system. There are challenges for all. Teams will choose the challenges they wish to enter. We hope to see you there ! …..We hope to see you there !...... We hope to see you there !......

Competition Date: Friday, May 11, 2007 Location: Holy Name Catholic School

Registration Fee: $15.00 / team (A team consists of 5 students and 1 teacher) Schools are limited to one team per teacher.

Payment of fee may be brought to the competition site on the day of the challenge; however, registrations must be e-mailed to Blessed Trinity School via [email protected] by Monday, April 30, 2007.

***Please Note: This competition is not for profit. All fees collected will be used to cover expenses related to the GO Robotics! Challenge Day of 2007.

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF TEAMS: 10 Our current facility and schedule will allow for a maximum of 10 teams to participate. Registration will be on a first-come, first-registered basis. Remember the registration deadline is Monday, April 30, 2007.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 6

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PRESENTATIONS

Over 15,000 students ride buses everyday to school and treatment facilities in our School Board. Many more ride buses to attend sports events, concerts, and other field trips. School bus safety is an important part of every student’s safety education. Students and staff can benefit greatly by learning about safe bus behaviour and bus emergency plans.

If you have bussed students or your school uses buses for field trips please consider arranging a School Bus Safety Presentation at your school. There is no cost to your school budget and scheduling can be done by our contractor at your convenience. Please contact Sheila Dove for a complete copy of forms required at 416-394-6173 or visit us on the web and download the application forms from http://sharepoint01/sts/Safety/Forms/AllItems.aspx . Don’t delay, make school bus safety a part of your student’s safety plan today!!

SUBJECT: 7-1

Excellence in Teaching Award

Call for nominations for the 2006/2007 York University Faculty of Education Alumni Association Excellence in Teaching Award.

This prestigious $1,000 award sponsored by Manulife Financial, is designed to acknowledge an outstanding teacher who has graduated from one of York's teacher education programs (pre-service, in-service or graduate studies) and has demonstrated over time, his or her commitment to teaching and to the teaching profession. Please encourage your colleagues to identify and nominate potential candidates for this award? Please assist in celebrating excellence in teaching by encouraging principals, teachers, school councils, student councils and others within your school board to nominate a deserving recipient by Friday, June 8, 2007. The winner and finalists will be recognized at the Faculty of Education Awards Dinner to be held at York University in the Fall of 2007. Information about this event will be posted on our web site in late spring.

A copy of the nomination package can be printed from our website at www.edu.yorku.ca/alumni. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact me at the number or email address below.

Please note that due to a change in process, all nominations that were received for the 2005/2006 award will also be considered for this year. Previous nominees can send any updated materials to the address below.

Anderson Coward, Communications Coordinator S852 Ross, Faculty of Education, York University 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, ON M3J 1P3 Phone: 416-650-8024 [email protected]

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 7-2

Mario Gasparotto Memorial Visual Arts Award

HISTORY This fund honours the memory of Mario Gasparotto, a dedicated and much-loved TCDSB educator, well known for his commitment to the arts in TCDSB schools. Mario was employed by the MSSB, now TCDSB, from 1971 until 2001. While pursuing his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Education degrees at the University of Toronto, he taught visual arts and art history in MSSB high schools. His passion for art was well known and inspired many art students. In 1983, he became art consultant for the Board, becoming a mentor to many art teachers. In the mid 1990's he was appointed superintendent of education with the TCDSB and held that position until his death. Mario is remembered for his love of art, his breadth of knowledge, his high standards, and his generous manner with students and teachers alike.

DESCRIPTION OF AWARD The Mario Gasparotto Memorial Visual Arts Award is a special fund administered through The Angel Foundation for Learning to support graduating students planning to pursue post-secondary studies in visual arts at college or university. Two awards of $500 each will be given to students each year.

CRITERIA Allocations for the Mario Gasparotto Memorial Visual Arts Award will be made by The Angel Foundation for Learning to a grade 12 student who has been accepted to post-secondary visual arts studies at college or university. The selection will be made by a panel of visual arts educators and will be based on: • The quality of the student's work i.e. originality, creativity, problem-solving and technical ability • The student's overall achievement in visual arts • The student's post-secondary plans • The student's overall contribution to the school and community

APPLICATION PROCESS Students will be nominated by the Department Heads for Visual Arts in TCDSB secondary schools. (Maximum of 2 per school) For each application the following is required: • A letter of application from the student, explaining post-secondary plans • A portfolio of snapshots of at least three major works. Each snapshot must be accompanied by a half-page statement describing the dimensions and media of the work as well as an artist's statement explaining the purpose of the work • A letter of recommendation from the student's teacher detailing the student's achievement and work habits in visual arts as well as school and community involvement • Evidence of acceptance into a post-secondary visual arts program

SELECTION PROCESS • All applications will be forwarded by the school Department Heads for Visual Arts to the TCDSB Program Coordinator for the Arts by May 14, 2007. • A panel of arts educators will review the applications and prepare a list of finalists. • Finalists will make an oral presentation of their works to the panel in late May. • The panel will make the final decision regarding recipients of the award. Notification of the winners will be made in early June. Note: Winning the award is conditional on the students being accepted into a postsecondary program of study in visual arts.

DONATIONS TO THE MARIO GASPAROTTO FUND Donations to the Mario Gasparotto Memorial Visual Arts Award Fund may be made to The Angel Foundation for Learning, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6E8.

CONTACT PERSON Enquiries regarding the award may be made to the Program Coordinator for the Arts at the Catholic Education Centre.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 7-3

TWO STUDENT BURSARIES

One Female and One Male – This will be a one-time payment of $1,000.00

Who is eligible? Students (Daughter/Son of CUPE 1328 members) currently in their graduating year of high school, who have been accepted at a post-secondary institute for the Fall of 2007 to pursue a course of study leading to a degree or a diploma from the accredited University or a Community College of their choice.

What are the Criteria? Daughter/Son of CUPE 1328 members

In addition to the candidate’s academic abilities the panel will evaluate the candidate’s contribution to their school and/or community. A letter from the principal or community leader, and a 500 word essay written by the candidates, explaining how this bursary will help them contribute to society when they graduate.

Applications must be submitted to Maureen Ryan, President Local 1328 @ CEC (via courier) by May 18, 2007.

Winners and their families must be able to attend our Awards evening in June at Fantasy Farms.

CUPE LOCAL 1328 Application for CUPE 1328 Bursary:

Student’s Name ______

School: ______

Age: ______

Address: ______

Phone #: ______

Local 1328 Member’s Name: ______

Location: ______

SUBMIT TO: (via courier) Maureen Ryan, President, CUPE Local 1328, CEC

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 7-4

10th Annual AWARD OF MERIT

In an attempt to recognize and salute the outstanding contribution to the TCDSB of CUPE Local 1328 members, we invite you to nominate one of your co-workers/colleagues for our 10th annual Awards Event.

Nomination letters should 200 words or less and should include the reasons your nominee is worthy of recognition by his/her peers (any TCDSB employee may make the nomination of a CUPE 1328 member). The name, work location of the individual plus your name should be added to your entry.

An independent panel will select two (2) people from each group: Office, Clerical and Technical, SBESS, ESL Instructors and Nursery Instructors. The selectees and their staff will be invited to a special evening on June 14th at Fantasy Farms.

All nominations should be sent to Maureen Ryan President, CUPE Local 1328, CEC (via courier) by no later than Friday, May 18th.

SUBJECT: 8-1

St. Bonaventure Catholic School 1340 Leslie Street (just south of Lawrence) in Toronto 416-393-5263

We’re proudly celebrating 50 Years of Catholic Education! Thursday, May 3, 2007

Our day begins, at The Franciscan Church of St. Bonaventure, with a Eucharistic Liturgy at 9:00 am

We’ll follow with a daylong Open House, where you will be able to view our students’ work and presentations, highlighting their outstanding educational achievements

The Open House then continues from 6 – 9 pm, as our students showcase their talents with several on-stage performances

We welcome all parents, current and former students and teachers. See you there! www.stbonaventure50.com

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 8-2

St. Teresa Catholic School

We’re celebrating our 50th Anniversary! Sunday, May 6, 2007

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

Mass at 11:00 a.m. Open house

Alumni dinner, for details call Gail at: 416-259-4343

St. Teresa Catholic School 110 Tenth Street, Etobicoke, Ontario M8V 3G1 416- 393-5266

SUBJECT: 8-3

Celebrate 50 years of Catholic Education St. Gregory Catholic School 126 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke

Sunday, May 6, 2007

The staff and students of St. Gregory Catholic School invite you to an Open House in celebration of 50 years of Catholic Education on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium

Bishop Boissonneau will celebrate Mass at 4:00 p.m. at St. Gregory Catholic Church, 123 Rathburn Road

Memorabilia and memories welcomed Contact the school at 416-393-5262 or [email protected] for further information

Light refreshments will be served between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please R.S.V.P. to Christine Ventura Vieira at 416-393-526

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-1

Let Them Be Kids St. Charles Garnier Catholic School

“School Make-Over Day”

Events: th Saturday, April 28 , 2007 • Free food and drinks! 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Featured Guests & Entertainment:

Markus

The Platt Brothers (from Nevada) Spider Jones Special Guest: The Honourable James K. Bartleman, St. Jude’s Christian Rock Band Lieutenant Governor of Ontario

Performances by our students! COME AND VOLUNTEER TO DO THE FOLLOWING: • Construct 2 new playgrounds, a concrete basketball court, soccer posts, and triple hoops • Hair Braiding • Sort over 12,000 donated books • Face Painting • Paint various classrooms and portables • School Tours • Construct bookshelves for classroom libraries • Assist with gardening, trim shrubs, and landscape design • Install 40 new computers in classrooms Be among hundreds of volunteers helping to “make a difference” at St. Charles Garnier!

Come and Support Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s)/Friends of St. Charles Garnier: St. Charles Garnier You are very important to us! We count on you for your help. Please complete Catholic School! the volunteer registration form below and return it to school or sign in on-line (see link below)! All parent and adult volunteers are eligible to win door prizes to be given away on April 28th. Come and join us!

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

LET THEM BE KIDS—ST. CHARLES GARNIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL “MAKEOVER DAY” SATURDAY, APRIL, 28TH, 2007

Please register as an adult volunteer and make a difference on April 28th b logging on to www.ltbk.org/torontoschool.htm or calling 905-683-0040

Prizes to be given away all day! You must be present to receive your door prize on April 28th.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-2

Joe vs. the Volcano is a comedy about finding the courage to take the leap. Adapted from the film starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Joe Banks is forced to leave his little island in New York, experience the world, fall in love, and... jump into a volcano! Whether it’s adventure, love, or volcanoes, the question is: will Joe really do it? Joe vs. the Volcano is a great play for young people as they confront the imminent leap from grade school to high school; from high school to work/ higher learning, or for anyone who needs to remember that the key to life is the courage to live it.

MAY 1 – 4 7:30 p.m. Tickets $6.00 For information contact [email protected] 416- 393-5519, voicemail 80752

SUBJECT: 9-3

THEATRE BREBEUF PROUDLY PRESENTS

“OPENING NIGHT” A Comedy by Norm Foster

Matinees – 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 2, 2007 Thursday, May 3, 2007

Evening – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 3, 2007 Friday, May 4, 2007

Brebeuf College School – Theatre 211 Steeles Ave. E., Toronto

Matinees - $5/Student Evenings – Adults: $8, Students/Children: $5

To order tickets, please contact: Rosa Marino – [email protected]

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-4

Moderator – Martin Wales

Third in a series of Three FREE FORUMS to involve Parents in the Education of Students

Building Bridges – The Church, The Home, and The School

ƒ A welcoming CSAC ƒ The role of the Chair ƒ When is Homework too much?

Refreshments and babysitting will be

provided

This Forum was made possible by a Grant from the Ministry of Education.

Biography: Father James T. Mulligan CSC is a member of the English Canadian Province of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Father Mulligan is from Welland, Ontario. He studied at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, (Philosophy) and at the Gregorian University in Rome (Theology). He was ordained to the priesthood in 1968. Father Mulligan has a Maîtrise in Catechetic from the Institut Catholique in Paris and a Doctor of Ministry from the University of Toronto. His ministry as a Holy Cross Father has largely focused on Catholic education. He taught religious education at the secondary level for 25 years and has extensive background in working in faith formation with teachers in Ontario’s Catholic school system.

Father Mulligan has written four books on Catholic education, all published by Novalis: Evangelization and the Catholic High School – 1990; Formation for Evangelization – 1994; Catholic Education: The Future Is Now, 1999; and Catholic Education: Ensuring a Future, 2005. He has collaborated on a number of Catholic education endeavours in Ontario and has lectured on Catholic education and evangelization in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland.

From December 2000 to September 2004, Father Mulligan served on the General Administration of the Congregation of Holy Cross in Rome where he had responsibility for the education and social justice portfolios for his congregation. Since November 2004 Father Mulligan has been ministering as Pastor of St. Kevin’s Parish, Welland, ON.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-5

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-6

EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD CSAC PRESENTS

Karen Skinulis

What To Do When Your Child Misbehaves

THURSDAY MAY 17th, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD GYMNASIUM 3150 PHARMACY AVENUE, TORONTO, M1W 3J5 (NORTH OF PHARMACY AND FINCH)

Karen Skinulis is a Montessori-trained teacher and mother of two who has co-authored three books for parents and teachers: Practical Parenting, and Classrooms That Work: A Teacher's Guide to Discipline Without Stress, published by Parent Education Publications, and Parent Talk, published by Stoddart. She has led numerous parenting classes and teacher workshops over the last 15 years, and has appeared on radio and TV shows advocating the idea and issues of parenting. She also has a private counseling practice for parents.

What Do I Do When My Child Misbehaves? At one time or another, every parent has asked the question: "Why are my kids doing that?"

This workshop teaches parents how to recognize the Four Goals of Child Misbehavior: *Undue Attention Seeking *Power *Revenge *Giving up

Attend this workshop to learn positive and effective strategies that parents can use at home!

The workshop will teach parents effective and positive strategies for dealing with child misbehaviour. We will help you replace ineffective punishment and rewards with encouragement and logical consequences. We will discuss using positive communication skills such as family meetings to reduce conflict in the family.

All parents are encouraged to attend this very valuable workshop. A door prize will be awarded at the end of the presentation. We hope to see you May 17th.

REFRESHMENTS AND CHILDCARE FOR CHILDREN OVER AGE 4 WILL BE PROVIDED FUNDED BY THE ONTARIO MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-7

Support School Literacy Programs

Please join us for the 4th Annual Literacy Tea In memory of Barb and Marek Brodzki, Former APT with TCDSB

May 1, 2007 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. CEC, Atrium $20.00 (tax receipts will be given through The Angel Foundation for Learning)

Proceeds from the tea will be donated to The Barb and Marek Brodzki Award to continue to fund the annual literacy award established in their name.

The elementary school chosen as this year’s recipient of the Barb and Marek Brodzki Award will be announced during the tea. Information and applications for the Barb and Marek Brodzki Literacy Award are available at www.angelfoundationforlearning.org using the Bequests Link.

Please forward your cheques by Friday, April 20, 2007 The Angel Foundation for Learning to the attention of MIRELLA MARINGOLA, Secretary, c/o D’Arcy McGee Catholic School - SBSSS - South

SUBJECT: 9-8

Are you up for the Challenge? The Angel Foundation for Learning needs your help.

The Angel Foundation for Learning exists solely to help the 90,000 students in our school system. Unfortunately, not every child receives the appropriate nutrition to be an effective learner. Many kids need glasses, hearing aids, warm clothing, and subsidies for school excursions. The Foundation also supports students by providing unique programs including the Bob Wilson Art Camp, Music Camp and VOCE Choir. Your participation can help make a difference!

HERE’S THE CHALLENGE: CAN YOUR SCHOOL, SITE OR GROUP GENERATE A MINIMUM OF $100 FUNDING FOR OUR KIDS BY EDUCATION WEEK?

If only 10 people each donate $10, you each receive a $10 income tax receipt and meet the Challenge of raising $100 from your school, site or group to support our kids

OTHER OPTIONS? • Sell the Angel Foundation raffle tickets: $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00 • Donate more than $12 to wear a “Buddy Pin” - mascot of the Angel Foundation, and also receive a tax receipt • Collect donations and sponsorships by addressing your parish or network • Participate in the Angel Foundation for Learning 5K Family Fun Walk, Sunday, May 6th with 9:00 a.m. registration, 10:00 a.m. liturgy and 11:00 a.m. walk • Run a Special Event or Fundraiser at your school, site or department For more information please contact Sara Camilleri at 416.222.8282 extension 2195 or [email protected]@tcdsb.org

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 9-9

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-1

Mirror photo/IRVIN MINTZ St. Malachy Catholic School's Carolina Walesiak, left, gets a shot off over a Humbercrest Public School defender during GTA Tournament of Champions basketball action at HoopDome Wednesday. St. Malachy went on to win the game 34 to 33.

The Scarborough Mirror April 13, 2007

SUBJECT: 10-2

North York Mirror, Friday, April 6, 2007

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-3

SUBJECT: 10-4

New centre opens in Malvern 04/17/07 Scarborough – The Mirror

The federal government showed some support for northeast Scarborough last week, opening a Service Canada Centre in Malvern and funding a youth employment program for the area. The centre, visited by Human Resources Minister Monte Solberg in Malvern Town Centre on Tapscott Road, is open six days a week and can help young people with career planning, training opportunities and a job bank.

In a statement, Service Canada thanked the Malvern Community Coalition and local schools for their advice on what the centre could provide and acknowledged students of Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School who painted a mural there. "Giving residents better access to government services makes Toronto a more inclusive city," Mayor David Miller added in a release.

Solberg also announced his Conservative government is giving $364,376 to the Malvern Youth Community Employment Program, a one-year backing of a service the city has funded for two and a half years. In an interview, MYCEP's co-ordinator Lance Williams said the program started in 2004 as a response to violence in Malvern. Joblessness among youth was seen as a major problem in the area, he said. "There was nothing here for them."

Since then, the program, which provides a wage subsidy and training allowance to employers, has helped find jobs for more than 170 local youth. The number to call for more information is 416-298-4566. The Malvern Service Canada Centre number is 416-954-2715.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-5

St. Stephen's students join race for zero waste CYNTHIA REASON 04/13/07 (Etobicoke – The Guardian)

Why do so many people use plastic grocery bags? Do we really need gas receipts? Why not pour milk from a jug? Is all of that packaging really necessary? These are just a sample of the questions that have made the seventh grade class at St. Stephen's Catholic School go 'hmmmm' since embarking on The Race to Zero Waste campaign in January. Under the guidance of Vice-principal Roy Fernandes, the students have undertaken a number of research and awareness projects to reduce the amount of waste generated in their school, in their communities and in the city as a whole. "We started off with the students doing a waste audit here at the school of all the garbage left over after lunch hour. What they found was that there was a lot of unnecessary packaging showing up in the trash," Fernandes said. That made them curious, so they decided to do a little experiment of their own. Popcorn companies, the students noted, tell people that they need the plastic wrapping around microwavable popcorn bags to keep it fresh. So the class kept one popcorn package tightly sealed in its original wrapping while taking another out of the plastic and left both to sit for a month. Then they did a taste test. Only 20 per cent of the students could tell the difference between the two. Those results spurred a letter writing campaign, in which students petitioned 30 companies with excessive packaging practices to consider changing to a more environmentally sound way of doing things. "We heard back from a couple of the companies who said they were going to try to make a change, so it's little things like that," Fernandes said of their accomplishments. While the class has been doing its part to try to reduce school waste by exchanging plastic sandwich bags for reusable containers and opting for refillable water bottles over drink boxes, the students' next task is to try to change the wasteful habits of their classmates in the rest of the school. On Friday, April 20 the Grade 7 class will present a Zero Waste event to educate the rest of the school and community about the work they've been doing. The event will feature the Etobicoke premiere of What a Lot of Garbage, a 30-minute play focusing on the environment, government, business and consumer perspectives on Zero Waste. An interactive quiz show will follow, and then guest speakers Sarah McGaughey, an environmentalist who is trying to create absolutely zero waste in her household, Celia Jackson from Turtle Island Recycling, and Art Corbett from Harmony Milk, a company that produces refillable glass milk bottles, will take to the podium. The event kicks off at 10:30 a.m. at the school, 55 Golfdown Dr. in north Etobicoke. For more information on the event and the students' work, go to www.tcdsb.org/environment/zerowaste

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-6

Palcik Sci-Ed Warehouse catalogue 2007, back cover

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-7

The Passion of Christ St. Jude’s Catholic School Thursday, April 5, 1:00 p.m. and Friday, April 6, 7:00 p.m. St Jude’s Church 3265 Weston Road

St. Jude’s students put on a spectacular performance of the Passion of Christ the for this Easter season. With great effort of our Pastor, Fr Efren and hard work from St. Jude’s students, the Parrish community was treated to a spirited rendition of “The Passion of Christ”. Well done!

SUBJECT: 10-8

St. Gabriel Lalemant Champions

After a very close tournament the Primary Boy's Soccer team from St. Gabriel Lalemant Catholic School won the Championship in the second overtime period. All teams displayed excellent sportsmanship qualities.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-9

“Eat My Bubbles”

Each year children from grades 3 to 8 participate in the Toronto Catholic District School Board’s Swim Meet Invitational. This year St Antoine Daniel Catholic School was proud to be the hosting school to coordinate this event at the Etobicoke Olympium, which was held on April 14th & 15th.

Over 2,500 family members and friends watched as 800 swimmers from 25 schools across the Toronto-area compete. This year was even more exciting as children showed what it meant to “Eat My Bubbles” as families cheered on their favourite team.

The goal of this volunteer-based event is to succeed in providing the participants with a positive experience, visitors an exciting venue, and for students, an enriched school community.

SUBJECT: 10-10

Dr. Avis Glaze at Archbishop Romero on her recent visit to talk to students about their future wows students. She talked to them about the importance of their education, getting their diploma and remembering their heritage.

Dr. Glaze is currently Chief Student Achievement Officer of Ontario, and CEO, The Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat. Dr. Avis Glaze is widely recognized as an innovative, humane and results-oriented leader in education. She has won awards for her outstanding contributions, including The Order of Ontario, Educator of the year, Distinguished Educator and the YWCA Women of Distinction Award.

She has taught at all levels of the education system. She was also Associate Director of Education with York Region and Director of Education of Kawartha Pine Ridge District. She has also served as an Education Officer in the Ministry of Education and as Research Coordinator with the Ontario Women’s Directorate of the Ministry of Labour. Her experience as an Adjunct Professor in two faculties of education in Ontario and in counsellor education has added to the breadth of her background. She is a published author with a long list of innovations which she has spearheaded in the systems in which she has worked. In 1994, as a Commissioner on the Ontario Royal Commission on Learning, she had the opportunity to influence the direction of education in Ontario through the recommendations of the Commission.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 10-11

Storytelling at James Cardinal McGuigan

On March 30th, 2007 Jan Andrews, a Canadian storyteller, was invited to JCM to share her wealth of stories from around the world. Her repertoire of folk material was engaging and inspiring; Jan’s stories enabled students from various English classes to experience both the power of the oral tradition and the depth of wisdom made available through the folktale genre.

Students were also involved in a discussion of what hearing the stories meant to them; this allowed them to find their own voices by reflecting upon their own histories and traditions.

JCM is grateful to Jan Andrews for sending JCM students on a spellbinding journey they can hold in their memories and use for the rest of their lives!

Poetry through Hip Hop at JCM Amy Forristal, a York University student and a volunteer from an organization called LOVE (“Leave Out Violence”), contributed to JCM’s grade 10 poetry unit by presenting an interactive Hip Hop workshop on April 3rd. Amy is a creative and passionate spoken word artist; she specializes in writing her own lyrics and rhyming them to a particular beat, usually a rhythmic jazz compilation of music. She speaks out against violence, social issues, personal struggles, and the inspiration found around her. Students were given opportunities to create their own poetry by creating a list of favourite rhyming words. With Amy’s encouragement and her “scaffolding” approach, students began linking words into dynamic sentences, creating their own, insightful rhymes. Some even got up and presented their work to their peers! Amy’s success in the classroom is due largely to the inclusive, comfortable atmosphere she creates – a place where all students can write, reflect, practice and be proud of their poetry. Thank-you, Amy, for giving us an unforgettable experience!

Written by: Laryssa Chmil, English Teacher, James Cardinal McGuigan C.S.S

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 11

MEMORIALS

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.

Luisa Aurilo mother of Louie Aurilio, Teacher at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School

Filomena Di Girolamo mother of Melanie Fuoco, Student Supervisor

Imacculate Iamundo sister of Silvana Zambrano, Supply Teacher (former Teacher at St. John Vianney Catholic School)

Czeslaw Konopka father of Krystyna Dix, Teacher at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School

Otto Skolak father of Katalin Radics, Education Assistant at St. Raphael Catholic School

Antonino Spezzano father of Frank Spezzano, retired Teacher on Supply

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 12

BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Jeffrey William Emslie born March 7, 2007. Son of Nelida Emslie, Teacher at St. Jerome Catholic School and Michael Emslie

Anthony Leonidas Spedaliere & Arianna Toula Spedaliere born March 28, 2007. Son and Daughter of Luigi Spedaliere, Teacher at Dante Alighieri Academy and Mary Spedaliere

Dante Denaro born April 12, 2007. Son of Linda Denaro, Teacher at St. Maria Goretti Catholic School and Robert Denaro

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.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 13-1a

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, York University Classroom #1

• SESSIONS: Tuesday May 1, Thursdays May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Thursdays June 7, 14, 21,

• TIME: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

• RETREAT: Saturday, June 23, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm

APPLICATIONS DUE – April 25, 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.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 13-1b

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?

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 13-2

THE PARENT INVOLVEMENT COMMITTEE (PIC) IS PLEASED TO SUPPORT AND INTRODUCE WORKSHOPS TO IMPROVE PARENT ENGAGEMENT

Three provincial organizations - OECTA, O.A.P.C.E. and CPCO - have combined to champion an interactive workshop for teachers, parents, and school leaders developed and delivered in collaboration with our partners in Catholic education.

The workshop itself was created by those most involved with improving student achievement at the school community level - parents, teachers and school leaders and as such is endorsed by OAPCE, OECTA and CPCO.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: • a team of three members from a school - one parent, one teacher and one Principal/Vice Principal. Parent participants need not be CSAC chairs • parent who is willing to exercise time and commitment toward improving parent engagement at the school community as a means to improve student success.

WHEN AND WHERE: Saturday, April 28 - Bishop Marrocco/ Thomas Merton [library] Saturday, May 5 - Catholic Education Centre [York Lecture Hall - 1st floor] Saturday, May 26 - St. Patrick's CSS [Library]

TIME: All workshops will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION: PAL registration will be available starting Mon. April 2/07 Principals are asked to complete registration on behalf of the school's team.

These workshops are entirely voluntary. Each school team will require all three members to participate and each Saturday session can support a total of 14 school teams [max. participants is 42: 14 x 3). Morning hospitality, lunch and all workshop materials will be provided and the costs for these workshops will be funded by the Parent Involvement Committee.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 13-3

SUMMER INSTITUTES

July 23 - 27, 2007 July 31 - August 3, 2007 August 6 - 10, 2007 August 13 - 17, 2007

Join us in the journey of learning! PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.tcdsb.org (Click on the icon) Registration opens April 23, 2007.

2007 SUMMER INSTITUTES TOPICS 1. Microsoft Outlook (Board email) – Introduction XP 33. Creative Play for Adults 2. Microsoft Outlook (Board email) Intermediate XP 34. Living with Rhythm 3. How Do I Do This? - Using Microsoft Word XP 35. African Djembe 4. Master the Art of Using Graphics in Microsoft Word XP 36. South African Gumboot Dance 5. Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts of Working with Microsoft 37. Line Dancing – Beginner Levels Word XP 38. Line Dancing – Beyond Beginner 6. Create Your Own Newsletter, Flyer, Cards and Much 39. Line Dancing for Children More Using Microsoft Word XP 40. Basics of Dance 7. Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint XP 41. Music Technology in the Classroom: Finale and 8. Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint XP Band-In-A- Box 9. Using MS PowerPoint as a way to Present Instructional 42. Kindergarten Mathematics Lessons 43. Kindergarten Balanced Literacy 10. Microsoft Excel XP 44. Running Records: A Reading Assessment Tool for 11. Microsoft Publisher XP Teachers 12. Making Effective Use of Your Digital Camera 45. Reaching Readers Program to Support Literacy for 13. Teaching with Interactive White Boards: Introduction Junior Teachers to Using the SMART Board 46. Primary – Literacy Stations 14. eClass for Secondary Teachers 47. Primary – Literacy 15. Web Marks 48. Let’s look closely at the Literacy Blocks!! 16. Calling All Movie Producers and Directors: Video 49. Point of View in Text and Media Editing 101 50. The Writing Workshop – Purpose and Planning 17. Data – Data – Data – How to Tame the Data Monster 51. Primary Writing – Effective Planning for Teachers Using Access 52. First Aid / CPR Level A 18. Transcend the Fear: Internet Safety and the 53. Catholic Student Leadership Educational Uses of You Tube, MSN, MySpace…. 54. Conflictual Issues: Addressing Tensions within 19. Introduction to Information Technology for Students Contested Areas of Race, Class, Gender, Culture, 20. Introduction to Information Technology for Non Ethnicity and Diversity Teaching Staff 55. New Teacher Induction: Believing, Surviving and 21. Assistive Technology Integrating Ministry Software Thriving Technology in your Classroom 56. Lift Up Your Hearts – We Lift Them Up to the Lord: 22. Integrating Premier Assistive Technology in your Prayer and Liturgy Planning for Classroom, School Classroom and Staff 23. Teaching to the Future with Premier Assistive Technology 57. God is an Artist – Drama, Dance and Art in the 24. Geographic Information Systems Religious Education Program 25. Landscape Painting using Acrylics 58. “Walking in the Light” – Adapted Religious Education 26. Art: Embossing Made Easy! Curriculum for Students with Developmental Disabilities 27. Art: All I’ve Got is Tissue & Glue! What Do I Do? 59. Books and Bytes 28. Art: Watercolour Painting ….the Fast Track 60. You Can Heal Your Life 29. Art: Watercolour Painting ….one-oh-one 61. Anger Management 30. Multimedia Artworks 62. Anger Management with African Djembe 31. Educational Benefits of Origami 63. Parenting 32. String Art: Success for All! 64. Education for All: Strategies for Reaching All Students

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 14-1

FAITH

CONNECTIONS

Faith Connections Presents … MAY MEDIA MONTH

WEDNESDAY MAY 2, 2007, Sisters of St. Joseph & Salt and Light T.V. Salt and Light TV (114 Richmond St. E, between Jarvis & Church St, Toronto) Lights, Camera.... Hesitation: The Church and Media Relations Today 7:00p.m. - Tour of Broadcast Center, 7:30p.m. - Presentation Special Guest: Hana Gartner of the Fifth Estate, Moderator: Fr. Thomas Rosica, C.S.B., C.E.O. Salt and Light T.V. Munchies Provided. Come and bring a friend

MONDAY MAY 7, 2007, Sisters of St. Joseph & The Daughters of St. Paul Pauline Books and Media (3022 Dufferin St., Toronto) Praying with the Media 7:30p.m. - 9:00p.m. Workshop Facilitator: Sr. Hosea Rupprecht, fsp , Munchies Provided. Come and bring a friend!

THURSDAY MAY 24, 2007, Sisters of St. Joseph & Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy (64 McGill Street, Toronto) A Night at the Movies: Babel 7:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. Discussion Facilitator: Kimberley Gottfried Join us for a movie, popcorn and discussion. Come and bring a friend!

TUESDAY MAY 29, 2007, Sisters of St. Joseph & The Catholic Register The Catholic Register (Pastoral Center, 1155 Yonge Street, 4th Floor) When the Media Mug My Faith: What Can I Do? 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Workshop & Discussion: Joe Sinasac & Sara Loftson Munchies Provided. Come and bring a friend!

THEOLOGY ON TAP- social evening for young adults (19-39yrs) where a speaker provides opportunity for discussion MONDAY MAY 14, 2007 Duke of York Pub Archbishop Thomas Collins 39 Prince Arthur Ave. (North of Bloor St. “Being a Christian Today” W, corner of Bedford) (By RSVP only! Space Limited!) 7:00-9:00pm Vanessa Nicholas, Faith Connections Coordinator, * Munchies Provided * Cash Bar * 416-222-1426 ext. 276, [email protected] Come and Bring a Friend

For more information contact:

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

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 14-2a

USING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS FOR TEACHERS AND SUPPORT STAFF APRIL – MAY, 2007

Do you want to learn about assistive technology for students with special needs? Do you want to learn how to use assistive technology to create practical teaching & learning resources for all your students? Do you want to learn how to use specialized software for reading, writing, studying, test-taking & internet research? Register for one or more workshops on: Intellitools Classroom Suite; Boardmaker; Writing With Symbols 2000; Clicker 5; Write:Outloud; Co:Writer; Draft:Builder; Smart Ideas; Kurzweil 3000 & internet research tools.

St. Josaphat School - 55 Pelham Ave. – Computer Lab WORKSHOP DATE TIME 1. Introduction to Intellitools Classroom Suite April 30th 9:00-3:30 2. Writing Strategies Using Ministry Licensed Technology May 10th 9:00-3:30 3. Reading & Comprehension Strategies Using Assistive Technology May 29th 9:00-3:30 4. Study Skills & Research Strategies Using Assistive Technology May 30th 9:00-3:30

Our Lady of Mount Carmel – 370 Cherokee Blvd. – Rm. 203 WORKSHOP DATE TIME 1. Reading & Comprehension Strategies Using Assistive Technology May 18th 9:00-3:30 2. Symbol-Based Software for Literacy Development May 22nd 9:00-3:30 3. Study Skills & Research Strategies Using Assistive Technology May 23rd 9:00-3:30 4. Writing Strategies Using Ministry Licensed Technology May 28th 9:00-3:30

9 Use TCDSB PALcentre to register online for (one or more) workshops 9 For more information contact Julie Mazzuca-Peter

INTRODUCTION TO INTELLITOOLS CLASSROOM SUITE April 30th, St. Josaphat School IntelliTools Classroom Suite (ICS) is a multimedia authoring tool that allows teachers to create engaging and interactive curriculum activities that meet the various learning styles and needs of their students. During this workshop you will learn: ▪ how to navigate through the rich activities included in ICS ▪ how to use ready-made activities and make them accessible to different students ▪ how to create new activities using templates ▪ how the intellikeys keyboard works with ICS ▪ how to download activities from the IntelliTools Activity Exchange

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 14-2b

IMPLEMENTING WRITING STRATEGIES USING MINISTRY LICENSED TECHNOLOGY May 10th, St. Josaphat School May 28th. Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Rm. 203 SMART Ideas Concept-Mapping Software gives students the power to brainstorm, think visually and turn complex ideas into colourful concept maps quickly and easily. Using the proven power of visual learning, it helps students strengthen critical thinking, comprehension and writing skills across the curriculum. Students can use built-in templates or create their own visual maps to represent concepts and relationships that can easily be turned into outlines for writing reports and completing projects. They can also insert pictures or clip art, record ideas, add levels, link to more information & publish web pages. Draft:Builder moves students fluidly through planning, organizing and preparing a first draft for any curriculum area. It breaks down the writing process into three distinct skills: planning and concept mapping, note-taking and resource citing, and composing a first draft. Each view facilitates the writing task for students by providing support appropriate for each task. In addition, a split-screen view remains constant, reflecting all of the work students have done, helping them transfer information and build on ideas. Write:Outloud is a word processor that gives immediate voice feedback as students type words, sentences and paragraphs. Read tools can be used to read text that students have produced or text that has been brought in from other sources. Co:Writer is a word prediction program that provides the student with rate enhancement, grammar and vocabulary support. Co:Writer works with many word processors. Clicker 5 is a word processor with picture support and onscreen writing grids. The on-screen writing grids can have letters, words, sentences and/or pictures. Teachers can also create picture-adapted reading and writing activities. This workshop is an introduction to Ministry Licensed software and how these programs support writing strategies. During this workshop participants will: learn to use the word processing tools in Write:Outloud; create a short writing assignment for a student and track writing progress; learn how word prediction can support writing and vocabulary usage; develop a concept map for a topic in Smart Ideas, develop a writing outline using Draft:Builder; and explore a variety of writing grids in Clicker 5 including word banks and sentence building grids.

SYMBOL-BASED SOFTWARE FOR LITERACY DEVELOPMENT May 22nd, Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Rm. 203 There is a growing trend towards using symbols to support literacy. Symbols connected to text can help students gain more meaning from words, motivate them to engage with text and help build their confidence as readers. There is a growing selection of symbol-based software programs available today and making sense the features of these tools and how those features support different tasks and different student needs can be overwhelming. Join us in this hands-on lab to explore the features of symbol-based software including Boardmaker, Writing with Symbols and Clicker. During this workshop, participants will receive an overview of how symbols can be used to support literacy, principals of good design when creating symbol-based literacy materials, an overview of the features of each piece of software and hands-on creation of symbol-based materials using each of the programs.

ACTIVE READING AND COMPREHENSION STRATEGIES USING TECHNOLOGY May 18th, Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Rm. 203 May 29th, St. Josaphat School Active reading and comprehension strategies are the key to understanding, retaining and applying what is learned through reading. Active reading and comprehension are achieved by using a set of key skills before, during and after reading new material. These include skills such as identifying main ideas, asking pre-reading questions, identifying new vocabulary and summarizing what has been learned. Technology tools can provide students with digital formats of text as well as powerful tools for using key reading strategies. Examples of such tools are concept maps, reading outlines, highlighter pens, footnotes, locked text, cued misspelling, spell checkers, and speech feedback. This workshop will provide an overview of key reading and comprehension strategies, and link those strategies to specific technology tools. Technology addressed will include: Kurzweil 3000, Write:Outloud Ministry Licensed Software, Smart Ideas, and Writing with Symbols.

STUDY SKILLS & RESEARCH STRATEGIES USING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY May 23rd, Our Lady of Mount Carmel-Rm. 203 May 30th, St. Josaphat School Students can use the features and tools of Kurzweil 3000 to improve their understanding of textbook material, better prepare themselves for tests or research using proven study strategies. There is also a growing set of tools or utilities that are built into web browsers and WebPages that make them more accessible and efficient to use. With the movement towards Universal Design for Learning in education, teachers need to be aware of how to make research on the internet more access to all students. This hands-on workshop will provide an overview of a number of study and note-taking strategies (e.g. K-W-L, SQ4R) and also focus on the tools and utilities that make website more accessible. Participants will learn how to streamline online research, organize research material using tabs and bookmarks and receive a sampling of wonderful websites for research including web quests and databases.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 14-3

The Kindergarten Professional Learning Network invites you to an after-school

networking session

Literacy through Dramatic Play

This networking session will include: • Hands-on ideas to integrate dramatic play into the Kindergarten program, as an exciting vehicle to explore literacy and other program areas, • Opportunities for dialogue and sharing of best practices, • Make-and-take activities, • Handout of ideas.

Monday, April 30th, 2007 Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 4:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 4:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at at St. Timothy Catholic School Our Lady of Peace Catholic School 25 Rochelle Crescent, North York 70 Mattice Avenue, Etobicoke Kindergarten PLN School Library

Refreshments will be served. Kindly R.S.V. P. your attendance with Toni Pucci at [email protected] by Thursday, April 26th, 2007. Please specify the date and location preference.

SUBJECT: 14-4

Matter of the Arts: The Arts for Everyone A series of practical hands-on arts workshops for elementary school teachers

Friday May 4, 2007 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (8:00 a.m. registration and refreshments) York University - Burton Auditorium

Cost: $125 or $100 for staff from districts that are part of York Co-operatives (District and District Catholic Boards in Durham, Halton, Peel, Simcoe, Toronto, and York) or have a partnership with York (Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board). Price includes refreshments and lunch.

Registration: Register on line at www.edu.yorku.ca/artsconf

The day will consist of a keynote address by Kathy Gould Lundy, author of What do you do about the kid who...? 50 Strategies that turn teaching into Learning and Coordinator of Destination Arts. There will be hands-on workshops in Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Arts. Participants will leave with exciting ideas to use in their elementary classrooms. A background in the arts in not required because this experience is aimed at generalist teachers.

Please visit www.edu.yorku.ca/artsconf for more detailed information on workshops and presentations.

For further information please contact Sayma Hai, Office of Research and Field Development 416-736-2100 ext. 20871 [email protected]

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-1

Applications are Invited for Secondments to the Ontario Science Centre Science School

1 Teacher - 4U Physics or 4U Mathematics

For 25 years the Ontario Science Centre Science School (OSCSS) has offered two full-time semesters of enriched University Preparation science credits for 56 Ontario students in their final year of high school. This challenging and stimulating program emphasizes high academic achievement, the development of communications skills and the opportunity to learn and experience science in new and innovative ways within the Ontario Science Centre.

TERM of SECONDMENT: August 31, 2007 – June 29, 2008

Qualifications and Requirements: • A degree in Physics or Mathematics from a recognized university and appropriate Ontario Teachers’ Certification • Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification with Honours Specialist in Science preferred • Demonstrated successful teaching experience in 4U Physics or 4U Advanced Functions/Calculus and Vectors • Demonstrated ability to evaluate student achievement based on the categories and levels within The Ontario Curriculum • Outstanding creativity, competence and innovation combined with the ability to challenge, motivate and inspire talented students through an experiential program • Passion for communicating science to students from a variety of grade levels • Enthusiasm, versatility, flexibility and outstanding communication and presentation skills • Ability to work as a member of a cooperative team • An understanding of the goals of the Science School and the mission and vision of the Ontario Science Centre

Responsibilities: The responsibilities fall into two areas each representing 50% of the job. • To teach an enriched 4U Physics or 4U Advanced Functions/Calculus and Vectors course • To deliver Ontario Science Centre school programs for visiting groups of 20-400 students (K-12) and their teachers, and to participate in the development of these programs.

The successful candidate will remain in the employment of the Toronto Catholic District School Board with full salary and benefits paid by the Board. The seniority and role within the home school of the successful candidate will be maintained in accordance with the current Collective Agreement in effect at the Board.

Working conditions will be in accordance with the Ontario Science Centre’s Science Education branch guidelines. Hours of work are 8:30 to 4:30 and will include some weekends and after hour commitments.

A resume and covering letter describing the candidate’s experience and achievements relative to the above requirements should be submitted to: Susan Cohen, Science Education Branch, Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto ON M3C 1T3, Fax (416) 696-3197 by April 30, 2007 at 4:30 p.m.

Please note for further information about this position please call Amanda Smith, Science School Co-ordinator at 416 696-4620.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-2a

PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE Posting # 21-2007 Technical Services CEC Grade 7 IT Technician – Software Department 80 Sheppard Ave. East $888.39 to $1,012.25 Deployment/Asset Management

Criteria for an Interview • Three-year college degree in Information Technology i.e., Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), A+, Network+ certifications • One to two years of work related experience providing software installation package and deployment and workstation build support in a large scale, complex, multi-location enterprise environment • Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to provide solutions to software configuration and deployment problems and ability to understand the business impact • Extensive experience with a wide range of desktop software applications and desktop and server hardware • Demonstrated experience and high-proficiency skills and knowledge with Windows operating systems (Windows 2000/XP and Windows 2000/2003 Server), Microsoft SMS, Apple Mac OS (9.x/10.x), Microsoft Office applications, school administrative and academic software applications, class management interface (Visual Casel) and IT security best practices • Knowledge and skills with TCP/IP (subnets, VLANs, ports, routing), VPN networking, DNS, WINS, DHCP, Firewalls, network switches, structured network cabling • Strong prioritization and time management skills and desire to continue learning new technology • Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in a team environment • A valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a vehicle is required for travel to schools and other Board sites.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the System Administrator – Software Deployment & Licensing/Asset Management, the primary function of this position is creating, updating and maintaining software installation packages, workstation build images and asset inventory management. • Create, update and maintain software installation packages and Windows desktop workstation build images (Ghost) for varied desktop computer configurations • Perform software package creation and distribution, Windows desktop workstation builds (Ghost), release upgrades, migrations, patch management and software maintenance utilizing system management and software deployment tools • Perform integration and quality assurance testing of software packages and workstation build images • Install, configure, maintain, problem determination and troubleshoot Windows desktop based software applications and desktop computer hardware and peripherals • Prepare and maintain documentation on the creation, assembly and update of software installation packages and workstation build images • Conduct, update and maintain software and hardware inventory in Asset Management system • Tracking, updating and maintaining software assets inventory and software licensing records • Assist with configuration, troubleshooting and administration of the class management system (Visual Casel) • Provide 2nd level technical support problem determination, resolution, documentation (HEAT trouble tracking system) and escalation to next level appropriate technical support

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• Assist with direction on system administration tasks including monitoring, maintenance and production support for Windows servers • Perform other duties as required

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, TORONTO, ONTARIO M2N 6E8 NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, MAY 1, 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.

AWARDS

#2-2007 – M. Galati #3-2007 – M. Kovac #5-2007 - C. Huang

SUBJECT: 15-3a

PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE Posting # 22-2007 Technical Services CEC Grade 6 Client Support Specialist 80 Sheppard Ave. E. $818.97 to $920.33

QUALIFICATIONS • A three (3) year post-secondary diploma in Computer Sciences, or equivalent qualifications and experience. • Knowledge of, and extensive experience, supporting PCs, Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP Workstation/Professional, MS Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook, OESS software, Visual Casel, HEAT, SIS and the Board’s corporate applications (e.g. HR/Payroll, Financial Systems, Trillium, etc.) are essential. • Familiarity with multimedia, Computer Telephony and Apple Mac OS. • Demonstrated working knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, TCP/IP, Internet connectivity. • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot desktop and client-server software, hardware, peripherals and network connectivity problems. • Demonstrated instructional/training skills. • Demonstrated diagnostic, analytical, and problem solving skills.

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• Ability to articulate clear concise directions to end-users. • Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills. • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in customer service. • Two (2) to three (3) years of progressive experience in a technical support environment. • A proven desire to continue learning new technologies.

DUTIES Reporting to the Manager, Information Technology Client Services, the successful candidate will provide first level and some secondary level technical support via desk, telephone and e-mail and contribute to the technical knowledge of our end-users.

• Respond to, prioritize, track, troubleshoot and resolve PC, client-server, networking, administrative systems (e.g. HR, Purchasing, SIS, etc.) and telecommunications support issues • Make referrals to the appropriate second level support group or vendor as required • Conduct (in-house and on site) training sessions on the functionality, use and operation of administrative and academic software • Provide individual assistance/support as required • Assist with the development/maintenance of administrative and academic applications. Also prepare support documentation, quick tips, guidelines and workshops materials • Assist with the evaluation and testing of new on-line systems/equipment • Assist with the evaluation, testing, duplication, documentation and distribution of licensed software and OESS (Ministry licensed) releases • Assist with the creation, maintenance/editing and management of the Help Desk knowledge database • Assist in the creation and maintenance of software licensing and hardware inventory • Offer guidance in the use and acquisition of hardware and software as per Board’s guidelines • Attend training courses of new administrative and academic applications and releases • Install, configure and support the Help Desk tools (software and hardware) and scheduling on the Help Desk within established band hours • Perform other duties as assigned

WRITTEN APPLICATION REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, NORTH YORK, ONTARIO NOT LATER THAN TUESDAY, MAY 1, 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.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-4

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: ______

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-5

TO BE POSTED ON BULLETIN BOARDS ACCESSIBLE TO SBESS EMPLOYEES

CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS JOB POSTINGS

Note 1. BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR BIDS, YOU SHOULD ENSURE YOU ACQUAINT YOURSELF WITH THE SCHOOL FOR WHICH YOU PLAN TO SUBMIT A BID, AND IF APPLICABLE THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF THE CHILD YOU WILL BE ASSISTING.

2. YOU ARE REMINDED THAT YOU MAY NOT BID ON ANOTHER JOB POSTING FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR 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, WHETHER THE EMPLOYEE IS ACTIVELY EMPLOYED OR ON LEAVE.

4. ALL BIDS MUST BE MADE USING THE POSTING BID FORM FOR SBESS POSTINGS AND MUST HAVE A RESUME ATTACHMENT.

5. IF THE POSTING STATES SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS, DOCUMENTATION MUST BE PROVIDED WITH THE BID FORM CONFIRMING YOU HAVE THE NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS. ONE BID FORM, A RESUME AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR EACH POSTING THE EMPLOYEE WISHES TO BID ON.

POSTING # POSITION SCHOOL IN ORDER TO BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF OUR STUDENTS, PLEASE NOTE INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THIS LOCATION EA2007-96 Education Assistant St. Charles This is a 50% position (AM).

PLEASE NOTE: All POSITIONS MAY HAVE THE REQUIREMENTS TO ASSIST STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL HIGH NEEDS; THEREFORE, THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MAY BE REQUIRED TO DEAL WITH AGGRESSIVE PHYSICAL DEMAND, DIAPERING, ASSISTING STUDENTS DURING MEALS, ASSISTING IN DD, MH & ME CLASSES.

WRITTEN, EMAILED OR FAXED (416-512-3046) APPLICATIONS REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AND POSITION MUST REACH HUMAN RESOURCES, ATTENTION: LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, HUMAN RESOURCES, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, NORTH YORK, ONTARIO, NOT LATER THAN Tuesday, May 1, 2007.

AWARDS

EA2007-80 K. De Mille EA2007-82 K. Anton EA2007-90 C. Ierullo

CYW2007-04 Cancelled

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-6a

Please note: this form is to be used for bids for SBESS postings

POSTING BID FORM –SBESS Bid Form CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS

Please print:

EMPLOYEE NAME: ______Last Name First Name

SAP EMPLOYEE NUMBER: ______(Your SAP employee number may be found in the upper left hand corner of your pay stub)

PRESENT POSITION: ______

PRESENT LOCATION: ______

SENIORITY DATE: ______Day Month Year

I wish to apply for Posting # ______

Please note: your bid for the above SBESS position must include copies of documents confirming you have the necessary qualifications as specified in the posting.

Please refer to the posting and list your supporting attachments below (if the posting does not refer to specific qualifications, no supporting documents are required):

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NOTE: IF YOU WISH TO BID FOR MORE THAN ONE SBESS POSTING, YOU MUST COMPLETE A SEPARATE BID FORM FOR EACH POSTING. EACH BID FORM MUST INCLUDE SUPPORTING ATTACHMENTS. AN INCOMPLETE BID FORM, e.g. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION NOT PROVIDED, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Note: Please note deadline date for bid submissions. Bids MUST be received by the deadline date

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-6b

Please note: this form is to be used for bids for SBESS postings

POSTING BID FORM –SBESS Bid Form CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS

Please print:

EMPLOYEE NAME: ______Last Name First Name

SAP EMPLOYEE NUMBER: ______(Your SAP employee number may be found in the upper left hand corner of your pay stub)

PRESENT POSITION: SUPPLY EDUCATION ASSISTANT

START DATE: ______Day Month Year

I wish to apply for Posting # ______

Please note: your bid for the above SBESS position must include copies of documents confirming you have the necessary qualifications as specified in the posting.

Please refer to the posting and list your supporting attachments below (if the posting does not refer to specific qualifications, no supporting documents are required):

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______

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NOTE: IF YOU WISH TO BID FOR MORE THAN ONE SBESS POSTING, YOU MUST COMPLETE A SEPARATE BID FORM FOR EACH POSTING. EACH BID FORM MUST INCLUDE SUPPORTING ATTACHMENTS. AN INCOMPLETE BID FORM, e.g. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION NOT PROVIDED, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Note: Please note deadline date for bid submissions. Bids MUST be received by the deadline date

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32

April 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 15-7

Summer Job Opportunities in South Korea 2007 Marco Polo Korea is offering amazing summer job opportunities to Canadian school teachers and new graduates this summer 2007. There are 100 hot summer camp jobs available at 4 residential ESL camps in Yongin, Sungnam , Chuncheon and Seoul. „ 100 hot summer jobs available at 4 residential camps in Korea „ To teach ESL with fun activities to elementary students „ Approximately 47 to 48 teaching hours per week „ Prepaid round-trip airfare combined with accommodations and meals „ Salary of C$1,200 ( 4 weeks), C$900 ( 3 weeks), C$700 ( 2 weeks) „ Orientation and job training to all teachers for 2 days „ Medical insurance, airport pickup and local transportation The above is provisional information as plans are not materialized yet. Preference goes to school teachers but new graduates also welcome. Please apply by email with a complete set of documents: a resume, a digital picture of yourself, a copy of passport and a referral letter from your principal. Candidates will be selected after interview. A successful candidate will then be responsible to pay C$100, the nominal service fee to Marco Polo Korea and must secure a C4 Visa from the Korean Consulate in Toronto. A returning Marco Polo teacher is not paying this service fee.

Description Camp 1 Camp 2 Location Chuncheon City ( 4 weeks) Sungnam City ( 4 weeks) Camp Period July 23-August 18, 2007 July 30-Aug 25, 2007 Training Period July 21-July 22 July 28-July 29 Departure Date July 17 ( Tues) July 26 (Thurs) Arrival Date July 19( Thurs) July 28( Saturday) Returning Date August 21( Tues) August 28( Tues) Camp Host * Camp Korea Korea Economic Daily No. of Positions 20 Positions 30 Positions Description Camp 3 Camp 4 Camp 5 Location Yongin City (4weeks) Seoul ( 2 weeks) Yongin City ( 3 weeks) Camp Period July 21-Aug 16 July 30- Aug 11 Aug 5- Aug 24, 2007 Training Period July 19-July 20 July 28, 2007 ( Sun) Aug 4 ( Sat) Departure Date July 17 ( Tues) July 26, 2007 ( Thurs) July 31 ( Tues) Arrival Date July 19 ( Thurs) July 28, 2007 ( Sat) Aug 2 ( Thurs) Returning Date August 21 ( Tues) Aug 14 ( Tues) Aug 26 ( Sun) Camp Host Hankuk Univ. of F.S. Myungji Unvi (IEIC) Myungji Unvi (IEIC) No. of Positions 30 Positions 12 Positions 8 Positions *There is a specialty camp called a Family Camp in the Camp 1. Camp Korea is going to invite 10 Canadian families who have elementary children. The host company will assist airfare with a $200 extra allowance for each accompanied elementary student. Marco Polo Korea is planning to hold information seminars for 3 or 4 times in Toronto, Hamilton and St. Catharines in May. Details of the seminars will be available later.

Please call Danny Huh, Marco Polo Korea for questions, interviews or seminars. Email: [email protected] Website:www.marcopolokorea.com Tel. 1-905-641-2288 (Office.) or 1-289-241-7677 (Cel.) 14 Chessington Street, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3J3

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3 32