Director's Bulletin

Validating our Mission/Vision October 27, 2003

TTT Subjects: HHH DIRECTOR’SDIRECTOR’S EEE 1. “REFLECTIONS OF HIS LIGHT” WORLD YOUTH DAY BULLETINBULLETIN COMMEMORATIVE BOOK ORDER FORM--repeat 2. THE SAINTS OF TCDSB 2003-2004 3. FROM THE BOARD, OCTOBER 2003

As Partners in 4. CATEGORY UPGRADING FORM--repeat Catholic Education, 5. LIBRARY SERVICES UPDATE--repeat We are Stewards of 6. CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS OPEN HOUSE--repeat the Enduring Gifts 7. DESTINATION IMAGINATION INFORMATION NIGHT Amidst 8. CELTIC & UK SUMMER INFORMATION MEETING--repeat Changing Realities 9. SUMMER CREDITS IN IRELAND INFORMATION MEETING

10. DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS WEEK--repeat 11. TCDSB STAFF ARTS CAST AUDITIONS

A Community of Faith 12. ANNUAL LITERACY TEA--repeat 13. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - Venerable John Merlini Catholic School - Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School

With Heart in Charity 14. MEMORIALS

15. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

16. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY - Joint Health & Safety Committees 2003-2004 Anchored in Hope 17. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Holocaust Education Week, Teacher Seminar

18. APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

A.P.S.S.P. - Psychologist or Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant - Community Relations Officer, Child Care, Before/After School and Nutrition Programs

CUPE LOCAL 1280 - General Maintenance Person - Assistant Caretaker - Awards

______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 # 10 October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 1

“Dormi en el suelo por 3 dias afuera de “Students of the TCDSB were dominant in la embajada hasta que…(I slept on the filling the many roles of volunteers over pavement outside of the embassy for the week of World Youth Day 2002. three days until…) the long, faithful and Working together, we made people from lovely stories from the pilgrims kept me around the world feel happy and awake all night at St. Philip Neri during comfortable in our own home. This event the World Youth Days.” helped us to strengthen our community Carmen Ayala, Child & Youth Worker and build strong relationships with each St. Philip Neri Catholic School other, as well as the rest of the world!” Milo Silva, Student St. Michael’s Choir School TCDSB Student Trustee 2002-2003 “It was good to know that the youth of today are truly guided by the Holy Spirit and can teach all of us about commitment, faith and perseverance. “As the dust settles from WYD, I continue They truly are dedicated to our Catholic to marvel at the commitment, enthusiasm community and the Pope.” Pauline Daniel, Secretary and love for the Lord we share. This School-based Student Support Services- enriching experience allowed me to -North Schools completely embody and emulate Christ’s message. As educators, our spiritual mission is to continue being role models for our students by spreading the salt to “World Youth Day week was mentally preserve and enrich their faith and shine and physically exhausting, but a light to guide their way.” heightened my spiritual being. These Kristin Tocci memories are truly forever.” Teacher, St. Anselm Catholic School Michael Ricci, Principal St. John Vianney Catholic School

“Reflections of His Light: The Journey of His Holiness John Paul II and the World Youth Day Cross in Canada” is a 276-page hardcover book, which depicts, in words and over 220 full colour pictures, the amazing 43,000- kilometre journey of the simple wooden World Youth Day cross.

Because TCDSB schools—students, staff and parents—played a significant role in World Youth Day 2002, each schools is receiving one complimentary copy of the book. Additional copies of the book can be purchased for a cost of $100. The book is a non-profit project. Net proceeds from the sales will go to the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. To preview the book, please visit www.wyd2002photoalbum.com.

To place an order, complete the attached order form and return with your payment (cheque or money order payable to: Reflections of His Light) by November 30th to your local school. School principals are asked to forward the orders to the Communications Department, TCDSB, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, North York.

------“REFLECTIONS OF HIS LIGHT” WORLD YOUTH DAY COMMEMORATIVE BOOK ORDER FORM

Yes, I would like to order ______copies of “Reflections of His Light”.

My payment of $ ______is attached/enclosed. (Cheque payable to Reflections of His Light)

Please send to: ______Catholic School.

Name: ______

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The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board:

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

Week of October 26-November 1

St. Demetrius – October 26

St. Jude – October 28 St. Simon – October 28

All Saints – November 1

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FROM THE BOARD A MONTHLY SUMMARY OF BOARD HIGHLIGHTS AND DECISIONS

October 2003

Revised policy covering suspension/expulsion appeals The Board has approved a revised policy S.S.01 Hearing Process for Suspension and Expulsion. The new policy will be published on the Board’s website at www.tcdsb.org (see Policies).

Credit courses outside Canada approved The Board approved Continuing Education March Break Credit Courses Outside Canada. Italian, Classical Civilization and World History credit courses in Italy will be offered during the March Break 2004 at no cost to the Board. Overseas credit courses have been offered by the Board since 1991.

Accessibility Plan approved The Board has developed its first annual Accessibility Plan in accordance with guidelines set out through the Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2001. The major focus of this year’s plan is on the analysis of the current status of accessibility and barrier identification and to set priorities for barrier removal for the coming years. The Accessibility Working Group will also work to raise awareness around the need for accessibility planning in the school and work environment.

Transportation boundaries adjusted for two east-end schools The Board has approved an adjustment to transportation boundaries for students in the pocketed area south of Highway #401, currently serving the St. Brendan’s community, to St. Dominic Savio Catholic School. This change is aimed at beginning the process of right-sizing the two schools.

System Priorities 2003-2004 update The Toronto Catholic District School Board is committed to achieving excellence through planning and resource allocation based on the identification and articulation of system priorities. System priorities provide a focus for the many and varied activities for the Board. The Board of Trustees received a report, which identifies the implementation to date in terms of the 2003 Board priorities and the progress with regard to meeting objectives and plans established within the context of Board and system priorities.

External auditors appointed The board has approved KPMG as the Board’s external auditors for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2003.

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FROM THE BOARD …continued

Tenders awarded for new school construction The Board has approved contractors for the construction of new school facilities for Immaculate Conception Catholic School and Senator O’Connor Catholic Secondary School in North York.

Natural gas purchase The Board has approved a new one-year fixed price contract with WPS Energy Services of Canada Corp. for the purchase of natural gas beginning November 1, 2003, to complete the Board’s heating gas requirements.

Monthly budget reports The Board’s monthly budget reports for the period ending September 30th, are available on the Board’s website at http://www.tcdsb.org/budget%20and%20finance/default.htm#Monthly.

Upcoming Meetings

Wednesday, October 29, 2003 Special Awards Event Thursday, November 13, 2003 Combined meeting of Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee and Administrative and Corporate Services Committee Thursday, November 20, 2003 Regular Board Monday, November 24, 2003 Caucus

Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Avenue East, North York, M2N 6E8

From the Board is produced by the Communications Department, Toronto Catholic District School Board, 416-222-8282, ext. 5314, E-mail: [email protected]

This document is also published on the Internet at www.tcdsb.org (see “News”)

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CATEGORY UPGRADING FORM

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 Q.E.C.O. 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 upgrading form.

The category upgrading form must be received in Human Resources no later than November 30, 2003 in order to receive a retroactive adjustment to your salary to September 1, 2003. To qualify for a retroactive salary adjustment, the QECO statements must be received in Human Resources no later than March 1, 2004. No extensions will be granted if received after the indicated deadline dates.

The category upgrading form must be received in Human Resources no later than January 30, 2004 in order to receive a retroactive adjustment to your salary to January 1, 2004. To qualify for a retroactive salary adjustment, the QECO statements must be received in Human Resources no later than May 1, 2004. 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, ext. 2323 For Secondary Teachers 416-222-8282, ext. 2201

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TECT/TSU CATEGORY UPGRADING AND/OR ADDITION OF ALLOWANCE FORM

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

st Complete courses prior to start of school year. Complete courses before January 1 of each year. Complete this form and deliver to Human Complete this form and deliver to Human Resources before November 30th and submit your Resources before January 30th and submit your proof of qualification from Q.E.C.O. by March 1st Proof of qualification from Q.E.C.O. by May 1st of of the appropriate year. the appropriate year.

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 4)

DOCUMENTS (Please Check) ENCLOSED IN PROGRESS Statement of Evaluation from Q.E.C.O. (Program 4) 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

If you wish confirmation of receipt, please enclose a self addressed stamped envelope.

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DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES UPDATE

The following materials have been purchased by Professional Library to support Student at Risk Literacy Program:

Allen, Janet. Yellow Brick Roads: Shared and Guided Paths to Independent Reading 4-12. Portland, Me.: Stenhouse Publishers, c2000. 428. 4 ALL

Allington, Richard L. What Really Matters for Struggling Readers: Designing Research-Based Programs. New York: Longman, c2001. 372. 43 ALL

Allington, Richard L. Reading to Learn: Lessons from Exemplary Fourth-Grade Classrooms. New York: Guilford Press, c2002. 372. 4 ALL Almasi, Janice F. Teaching Strategic Processes in Reading. New York: Guilford Press, c.2003. 372. 41 ALM

Balajthy, Ernest. Struggling Readers: Assessment and Instruction in Grades K-6. New York: Guilford Press, c2003. 372. 43 BAL Beers, G. Kylene. When Kids Can't Read, What Teachers Can Do: A Guide for Teachers, 6-12. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2003. 428. 40712 BEE

Cole, Ardith Davis. Knee to Knee, Eye to Eye: Circling in on Comprehension. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2003 372. 47 COL

DeBruin- Parecki, Andrea and Barbara Krol- Sinclair. Family Literacy: From Theory to Practice. Newark, Del.: International Reading Association, c2003. 302. 2244 FAM

Davenport, M. Ruth. Miscues not Mistakes: Reading Assessment in the Classroom. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2002. 372. 48 DAV

Flippo Rona F. Reading Researchers in Search of Common Ground. Newark, Del.: International Reading Association, c2001. 372. 4 REA

Fountas, Irene C. Guiding Readers and Writers, Grades 3-6: Teaching Comprehension, Genre, and Content Literacy. Portsmouth, N.H.: Heinemann, c2001. 372. 47 FOU

Hoyt, Linda. Make It Real: Strategies for Success with Informational Texts. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2002 372. 6 HOY

Jobe, Ron. Info-Kids: How to Use Nonfiction to Turn Reluctant Readers into Enthusiastic Learners. Markham, Ont.: Pembroke Publishers, c2002. 372. 4 JOB

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McKenna, Michael C. Help for Struggling Readers: Strategies for Grades 3-8. New York: Guilford Press c2002. 372. 43 MCK

Morrow Lesley Mandel and Linda B.Gambrell. Best Practices in Literacy Instruction. 2nd Ed. New York: Guilford Press, c.2003 428. 407 BES

National Reading Panel. Teaching Children to Read: An Evidence-Based Assessment of the Scientific Research Literature on Reading and its Implications for Reading Instruction: Reports of the Subgroups.Washington, D.C.: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health, c2000. 372. 40973 NAT Ontario Expert Panel on Early Reading. Early Reading Strategy: The Report of the Expert Panel on EarlyReading in Ontario. Ontario Ministry of Education. Toronto: Queen’s Printer for Ontario, c2003. 372. 41 EAR

Routman, Regie. Reading Essentials: The Specifics You Need to Teach Reading Well. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2003. 372. 4 ROU

Scala, Marilyn C. Working Together: Reading and Writing in Inclusive Classrooms. Newark, Del.: International Reading Association, c2001. 371. 9046 SCA

Sornson, Bob. Preventing Early Learning Failure. Alexandria, Va.: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, c2001. 372. 21 PRE

Taberski, Sharon. On Solid Ground: Strategies for Teaching Reading K-3. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, c2000. 372. 416 TAB

Tovani, Cris. I Read It, but I Don't Get It: Comprehension Strategies For Adolescent Readers. Portland, Me.: Stenhouse Publishers, c2000. 428. 43 TOV

Wood, Karen D. Strategies for Integrating Reading and Writing in Middle and High School Classrooms. Westerville, Ohio: National Middle School Association, c2001. 428. 10712 WOO

For additional information please call Myra Junyk or Bozena Grymek-Nowinowski at 416-222-8282 ext. 2406

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CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS HOST OPEN HOUSES FOR PARENTS OF STUDENTS IN GRADE 8

Parents of grade 8 students from across the City of Toronto are invited to attend information nights and open houses at Toronto Catholic District School Board secondary schools. Parents and students can choose from the following:

Date/Time School Location

Oct. 28 7 p.m. Francis Libermann Catholic 4640 Finch Avenue East Secondary School Scarborough

Oct. 29 7 p.m. St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School 49 Felstead Avenue, Toronto 7:30 p.m. James Cardinal McGuigan 1440 Finch Avenue West Catholic Secondary School North York 7 p.m. Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts 36 Greenfield Avenue North York 7 p.m. Mother Teresa Catholic 20 Sewells Road Secondary School Scarborough

Oct. 30 7 p.m. Msgr. Percy Johnson Catholic 2170 Kipling Avenue Secondary School Etobicoke 7 p.m. Chaminade College School (all boys) 490 Queen’s Drive (Math, Science, Technology) North York

Nov. 4 7 p.m. Father John Redmond Catholic 300 Valermo Drive Secondary School Etobicoke 7:30 p.m. Pope John Paul II Catholic 685 Military Trail Secondary School Scarborough 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph Morrow Park Catholic 3379 Bayview Avenue Secondary School (all girls) North York 7 p.m. Dante Alighieri Catholic 60 Playfair Avenue Secondary School North York

Nov. 5 7 p.m. Bishop Allen Catholic Academy 721 Royal York Road Etobicoke 7:30 p.m. Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School 2 St. Andrews Boulevard Etobicoke 7 p.m. St. Joseph College School (all girls) 74 Wellesley St. W. Toronto 7-9 p.m. Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School 959 Midland Avenue Scarborough

Nov. 6 7-8:30 p.m. Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton 1515 Bloor St. W. Catholic Secondary School Toronto 7 p.m. Michael Power/St. Joseph Catholic 105 Eringate Drive Secondary School Etobicoke 7 p.m. Father Henry Carr Catholic 21 Panorama Court Secondary School Etobicoke

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OPEN HOUSES …continued

Date/Time School Location

Nov. 11 6:30&7:30 p.m. Loretto Abbey 101 Mason Blvd. (all girls) North York 7:30 p.m. Brebeuf College School 640 Lawrence Ave. W. (all boys) North York

Nov. 12 7 p.m. Neil McNeil Catholic Secondary School 127 Victoria Park Ave. (all boys) Scarborough 7 p.m. Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School 12 Malvern Avenue (all girls) Toronto 7 p.m. St. Michael’s Choir School 66 Bond Street, (all boys) Toronto 7 p.m. Marshall McLuhan Catholic 1107 Avenue Road Secondary School Toronto

Nov. 13 7 p.m. Loretto College School 700 Markham Street (all girls) Toronto 7-9 p.m. Archbishop Romero Catholic 99 Humber Boulevard Secondary School York 7 p.m. Cardinal Newman Catholic 100 Brimley Road South Secondary School Scarborough 7 p.m. Mary Ward Catholic Secondary School 3200 Kennedy Road Scarborough 7 p.m. Madonna Catholic Secondary School 20 Dubray Avenue North York 7 p.m. Senator O’Connor Catholic 5 Avonwick Gate North York

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Will be hosting an Information night and Team Manager training.

Wednesday, November 5 Thursday, November 20 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Catholic Education Centre (CEC), 80 Sheppard Avenue East

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Celtic & UK Summer Ireland Scotland & England Information Meeting

Thursday, October 30, 2003 7 PM

Brebeuf College School, 640 Lawrence Ave. West, TORONTO (Lawrence W. subway at Allen Expwy.)

For info call Mark Burke • Full 4 week programs in Ireland, Scotland and England Tel: 416-922 CELT (2358) • Spend a month in Europe this summer and Toll-Free: 1-888-220 CELT gain a high school credit [email protected] • Comprehensive pricing • Ninth successful year in conjunction with www.celticsummer.com TCDSB—subject to approval

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 9 Four-Week Residential Program in University Colleges Cork and Galway JULY 2004 GRADE 11 AND 12 CREDITS IN ENGLISH, and HISTORY

10% discount for early booking!!

Credits offered through the Continuing Education Department of the Toronto Catholic District School Board*

Information meeting: Wednesday, November 12th at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts (7.30pm)

For full details contact: Garry O’Sullivan at Cardinal Carter Academy or Tel: (905) 804-9402 Fax: (905) 804-0788 Email: [email protected]

visit our website www.irishexperience.net

*subject to board approval

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TCDSB Staff Arts Presents

JesusJesus Christ Superstar June 2004

Notice of Director Interviews and Cast Auditions

Director Candidates contact: [email protected]

Auditions: We will need many leads (male and female) and chorus for this show. No previous Staff Arts experience required.

To request an audition, e-mail [email protected] Or call 416-222-8282 ext. 2787

Deadline for audition requests November 7. Audition Dates TBA

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Please join us for the Second Annual Literacy Tea in memory of Barb Brodzki former APT with TCDSB

In the Atrium of CEC On November 12, 2003 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Admission is $20.00, fully tax deductible through the Metropolitan Toronto Catholic Education Foundation. Proceeds from the tea will be donated to The Barb Brodzki Fund to continue to fund the annual literacy award set up in her name through MTCEF.

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

Please forward your cheques by November 5, 2003 payable to MTCEF to the attention of Sandra Marven (x6442) SBSSS-WEST, c/o St. Dorothy Catholic School.

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Venerable John Merlini Catholic School's Robert Spadafora, left, fends off a Father Serra Catholic School defender during Toronto Catholic District School Board elementary soccer finals action at Esther Shiner Stadium Thursday.

Venerable John Merlini went on to win the city championship.

Mirror photo/NESTOR PONCE

The Saturday Sun, October 18, 2003

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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.

Aldo Bada father of Mario Bada, IT Technician at Technical Services

Maria Cordi mother of Joe Cordi, Principal at St. Gabriel Catholic School

Carmine Curcio father of Joanna Palmeri, Secretary at St. Sylvester Catholic School

Vita Giglio mother of Paula Capizzo, Secretary at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School Frank Hanka retired Teacher at D'Arcy McGee Catholic School

Agnes McLeod mother of Jean McGillis, Vice-Principal at Josyf Cardinal Slipyj Catholic School

Jeff Murray Teacher at Neil McNeil Catholic Secondary School

Helen Ponesse mother of Catherine Ponesse, Vice-Principal at St. Andrew Catholic School Giuseppe (Joe) Sinopoli retired Caretaker at St. Maria Goretti Catholic School

Francesca Stramaglia mother of Angela Gonsalves, Instructional Assistant at Mary Ward Catholic Secondary School

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BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Sarah Navaratnam born September 16, 2003. Daughter of Joseph Navaratnam, Budget Control Officer at Budget Control Department and Marina Navaratnam

Mary Elizabeth Harper born October 3, 2003. Daughter of Cathy Harper, Teacher at Holy Rosary Catholic School and Ross Harper

Daniela Casa born October 5, 2003. Son of Silvana Casa, Teacher at St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School and Diego Casa

Peter Dante De Santis born October 17, 2003. Son of Susanna Ranalli, Teacher at St. Maria Goretti Catholic School and Renato De Santis

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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Health and Safety … helping to preserve people, property and resources by preventing workplace injuries and accidents

JOINT HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEES, 2003-2004 P L E A S E P O S T ON HEALTH AND SAFETY BULLETIN BOARD

The Province of Ontario requires a Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) in workplaces with at least 20 employees. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, a JHSC serves as an advisory body to the employer on health and safety issues relating to workplace safety. The TCDSB has three JHSC’s.

JOINT SUPPORT STAFF (CUPE 1280/1328) HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE

NAME TITLE LOCATION TELEPHONE REPRESENTING Patti Chapman Educational Canadian Martyrs 664-7413 CUPE 1328 (Worker Co-Chair) Assistant Sandra Montgomery Superintendent of CEC 416-222-8282 Management (Management Co-Chair, Education, Special ext. 2209 alternating meetings) Services Jacquie Wallace Superintendent of CEC 416-222-8282 Management (Management Co-chair, Education, Human ext. 6577 alternating meetings) Resources Ray Dwyer (West) Plumber West Facilities 416-393-5100 CUPE 1280 St. Philip Neri (Annex) Paul Deighan Service Quality West Facilities 416-393-5100 Management Supervisor St. Philip Neri (Annex) Ross Ferlenda (East) Head Caretaker St. Joseph (Leslie) 416-393-5209 CUPE 1280 Tony Conforti Service Quality CEC 416-222-8282 Management Supervisor ext. 2665 Angie DiPasquale Secretary St. Francis Xavier 416-393-5388 CUPE 1328 Angelo Ruscetta Maintenance Officer 18 Beverly Hills 416-393-5100 Management Drive Lina DiRienzo Secretary St. Cyril 416-393-5270 CUPE 1328 Bob Power Officer, Capital CEC 416-222-8282 Management Development ext. 2354 Jose Duarte I.T. Technician CEC 416-222-8282 CUPE 1328 ext. 5012 John Mauro Maintenance Officer 97 Railside 416-393-5776 Management Paola Caponetto Psychology Services CEC 416-397-6800 CUPE 1328 Girma Taffesse Head Caretaker Msgr. Fraser 416-393-5533 CUPE 1280 (Toronto) Joe Cuschieri Head Caretaker Bishop Marrocco/ 416-393-5545 CUPE 1280 Thomas Merton

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P L E A S E P O S T ON HEALTH AND SAFETY BULLETIN BOARD

JOINT OECTA TECT HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE

NAME TITLE LOCATION TELEPHONE REPRESENTING Sean Mohan TECT Designated OECTA Elementary 416-398-6838 OECTA TECT (Worker Co-Chair) Worker Member Office Toronto East 951 Wilson Richard Tone Superintendent of C.E.C. 416-222-8282 Management (Management Co-Chair) Education ext. 2370 Peter Athaide TECT Designated OECTA Elementary 416-398-6838 OECTA TECT Worker Member Office Toronto West 951 Wilson Luciana Soncin Principal St. Gerald 416-393-5319 Management Anthony D’Angelo Teacher, Alternate St. Pascal Baylon 416-393-5283 OECTA TECT Toronto East Mary-Jane S. Jones Principal Pope Paul 416-393-5374 Management Seamus Stokes Teacher, Alternate Our Lady of Victory 416-393-5247 OECTA TECT Toronto West Frank Savoia Vice-Principal Blessed Sacrament 416-393-5226 Management Rose Marie Grycaj Teacher, OECTA Elementary 416-398-6838 OECTA TECT Secondment, Office Chair LTD Abraham Rashid Sr. Manager East Facilities 416-393-5776 Management (Railside)

JOINT OECTA TSU HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE

NAME TITLE LOCATION PHONE # REPRESENTING Bill Doyle Teacher Msgr. Fraser 416-393-5532 OECTA TSU (Worker Co-Chair) (Scarborough)

Josie Nespolo Superintendent CEC 416-222-8282 Management (Management Co-Chair) of Education ext. 2370 Frank Bruno TSU Designated OECTA 416-633-5502 OECTA TSU Worker Member Secondary Office 951 Wilson Joe Curatola Principal Chaminade 416-393-5509 Management College Bruno Muzzi Teacher Don Bosco 416-393-5525 OECTA TSU

Bob Dubniak Senior Employee 416-222-8282 Management Coordinator Relations, CEC ext. 2305 Sheila MacMillan Special Itinerant Deaf & 416-393-5098 OECTA TSU Education Hard of Hearing Nicholas Yarsih Sr. Manager West Facilities, 416-393-5100 Management St.Philip Neri (Annex)

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rd The 23 Annual Holocaust Education Week

is very pleased to present:

AN ALL-DAY TEACHER SEMINAR*

featuring

Frieda Miller Education Coordinator, Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre

Holocaust Orphans in Canada: A Multi-Media Website for Students & Teachers (1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.)

Other featured guests:

Harold Lass retired Head of English Department, Northern Secondary School Holocaust and Literature - A Classroom Approach (9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.)

Dr. Belarie Zatzman Faculty of Fine Arts, York University Fine Arts and Holocaust Education (10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.)

Friday, October 31st, 2003 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Holocaust Centre of Ontario 4600 Bathurst St. 4th Fl. (Lipa Green building parking)

* PLP course #107441 Core Area: Use of Technology

Admission is free – all are welcome. For more information, please call (416) 635-2883 x. 301 For registration, please call (416) 635-2883 ext. 153 www.holocausteducationweek.com

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 18-1

PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD A.P.S.S.P. PSYCHOLOGIST SALARY RANGE $50,925.71 to $73,816.12

WORK YEAR: SCHOOL YEAR PLUS SIX (6) WORKING DAYS POSITION AVAILABLE: Full-Time Permanent Position (100%) Applications are invited for the position of Psychologist, with duties to commence January 5, 2004.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of students Consultation with school personnel and parents Establishment of liaison with community agencies Working as a member of a multidisciplinary team under the administrative and professional supervision of the Chief Psychologist.

QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in school or educational psychology Registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a car

OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATE/PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT SALARY RANGE $42,414.26 to $68,570.84

Applications are invited for the position of psychological associate/psychoeducational consultant, with duties to commence January 5, 2004.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master of Health Science, in Psychology or educational psychology Registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a car

Please submit a covering letter and a resume, accompanied by a Pastoral Reference and supporting documents quoting posting # APS 2003-06, by November 7, 2003 to: Amy Gatto, Supervisor, Human Resources Human Resources Department, Catholic Education Centre FAX: (416) 512-3044 Please note that this position requires direct contact with school children, and therefore all applicants must be practicing Catholics verified through a Pastoral reference from your parish priest.

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 18-2

PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICER CHILD CARE, BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL and NUTRITION PROGRAMS A.P.S.S.P. SALARY RANGE $38,816.23 to $56,001.79

Work Year: 12 months Positions Available: Two (2) Full-time Permanent Positions 100%

Applications are invited for the position of a full time Community Relations Officer beginning January 5, 2004.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of needs of Child Care Centres and assist in establishing them within the school system To serve as a resource to schools, communities, agencies and government bodies To act as a liaison between the Board, administrative staff community groups/agencies, and government bodies To establish and coordinate programs within the Catholic School Community (School/Parish/Home) Delivering of services is conducted through a multi-disciplinary team to establish and coordinate programs within the Catholic School Community (school/parish/home)

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Sociology or equivalent Experience in community development is preferred Previous work experience in the Child Care field and/or Family Support Programs is essential with a sound knowledge of the Day Nurseries Act A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a car

PLEASE SUBMIT A COVERING LETTER AND A RESUME, ACCOMPANIED BY A PASTORAL REFERENCE AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS QUOTING POSTING # APS 2003-07 BY NOVEMBER 7, 2003 TO:

Amy Gatto Supervisor, Human Resources Human Resources Department, Catholic Education Centre FAX: 416-512-3044

Please note that this position requires direct contact with school children and therefore all applicants must be practicing Catholics, verified through a Pastoral reference from your parish priest.

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 18-3

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.

POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE Posting #112-03 East Facilities 97 Railside Drive $16.95 /hr. General Maintenance Person NOTE: Hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor in their assigned region • Responsible for an established preventative maintenance routine • Responsible for inspection, cleaning, repairs to building structures and grounds, replacing ceiling tiles, burned out fluorescent lamps incandescent lighting in school gyms and other high lift locations, as instructed by Supervisor • Responsible for the safe operation and safekeeping of high ladder (cherry picker) hand and power tools supplied by the Board, safe operation and maintenance of company vehicle while in use • Maintain accurate records (e.g., vehicle maintenance, work • orders and timesheets etc.) • Pick up and deliver materials to job sites as requested by supervisor • Clean up debris and dispose of it upon completion of the day or job • Performs other related job/duties as required • The use proper safety protective equipment in carrying out related job/duties is required at all times • Assist fire alarm technician, and/or other Maintenance Tradesmen as required

EXPERIENCE: • Minimum of one year work of related experience

SKILLS: • Working knowledge of maintenance materials • Ability to receive and give written and verbal instruction in English • Physical dexterity

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS: • Grade 10 education or equivalent (candidates must submit their Grade 10 or equivalent documentation with their bid) • Must be proficient in the English language in order to comprehend manuals and maintain work records • Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s “G” licence (candidates must submit their driver’s licence with their bid form) a reliable automobile. If candidates are selected for an interview, they must submit proof of good driving record before the interview.

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, HUMAN RESOURCES, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, NORTH YORK, ONTARIO, NOT LATER THAN, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2003.

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities October 27, 2003 SUBJECT: 18-4

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. * POSITION REQUIRES SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A FOURTH CLASS STATIONARY ENGINEER'S LICENCE OR BES II CERTIFICATE (CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT PROOF TOGETHER WITH THEIR BIDS).

POSITION DEPT./SCHOOL LOCATION SALARY RANGE Posting #113-03 St. Raymond/ 270 Barton Avenue/ $16.95/hr. Assistant Caretaker Bishop Marrocco/Thomas 1515 Bloor Street West NOTE: Hours are from Merton 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

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, NOVEMBER 4, 2003.

SUBJECT: 18-5

CUPE LOCAL 1280 AWARDS

#93-03 – K. Morris #97-03 – R. Fogarty

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards THETHE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN 10 of the Enduring Gifts Amidst Changing Realities