Director's Bulletin

Validating our Mission/Vision February 20, 2006

Subjects:

1. SAINTS OF THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

2. FROM THE BOARD, Administrative and Corporate Services Committee &

T Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee, February 2006

H DIRECTOR’S 3. BOARD OFFICE SUMMER CLOSURES 2006--repeat E 4. PORTUGUESE STUDIES INFORMATION SESSION--repeat BULLETIN 5. SCHOOL ANNIVERSARIES, OFFICIAL OPENINGS & BLESSINGS 2005-2006 th - St. Maria Goretti’s 50 Anniversary

6. EVENT NOTICES In a school community - “Witness for the Prosecution”, Staff Arts--repeat formed by Catholic 7. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS beliefs and traditions, - Michael Power/St. Joseph High School our Mission is to - Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School educate students - Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School to their full potential - Monsignor Percy Johnson Catholic High School - Notre Dame High School - Neil McNeil High School

8. MEMORIALS

A Community of Faith 9. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

10. CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY - Black History Month Resource Material, Library Services--repeat - Collage Conference - Outdoors: The Ultimate Playground and Rainbow Fun With Heart in Charity - TCDSB Track Suit Order Form - Summer Institutes 2006

11. BENEFITS CORNER - Group Benefit Plan – Positive Enrolment--repeat

Anchored in Hope 12. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Retirement Planning Seminars--repeat

13. APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY - Autism Support Teacher

CUPE LOCAL 1328

- Secretary, Blessed John XXIII - Posting Bid Form--repeat

CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS - Posting Bid Form--various--repeat - Education Assistant--various & Awards Child and Youth Worker, Our Lady of Victory

CUPE LOCAL 1280 - 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 #2 3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 1

The Saints of the Toronto Catholic District School Board

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

February 19 – 25

Cardinal Newman – February 21

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 2a

FROM THE BOARD Summary of Board Highlights and Decisions ______

Wednesday, February 8, 2006 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee Wednesday, February 1, 2006 Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee ______

Board approves amended Sweatshop Free Purchasing Policy The Board approved an amended Sweatshop Free Purchasing Policy (F.P.04) that includes a requirement of full public disclosure and third party monitoring. The Board is entering into a two-year pilot to join with other Catholic boards in Ontario to contract with the Workers’ Rights Consortium to monitor fair labour practices in factories. The cost of this monitoring is not to exceed $10,000 per year. The policy will apply to all apparel, not just school uniforms. The policy in its entirety will be posted on the Board’s website at www.tcdsb.org (see policies).

Recommendations regarding transportation funding formula Resulting from the investigation into the death of Allyceea Ennis, a student in Thunder Bay, the Board is requesting that the Ministry of Education take into consideration the Chief Coroner’s recommendations when developing the new transportation funding formula. The recommendation to secure students up to the age of 5 and weighing less than 50 pounds on school buses may prove to be logistically and financially challenging. The Board currently spends $2.3 million more on transportation than it receives from the Ministry for this purpose. The Board is also asking OCSTA to endorse this position.

Anaphylaxis Policy S.M.15 approved The Board has approved Policy S.M.15 dealing with Anaphylaxis. It is the policy of TCDSB to create allergen-aware environments in its schools and workplaces. In order to protect the health and safety of students and staff, the TCDSB will develop regulations and administrative procedures which will comply with Sabrina’s Law 2005, S.O.2005 Chapter 7. The policy in its entirety will be posted on the Board’s website at www.tcdsb.org (see policies).

TCDSB to consider joint venture projects Joint venture projects at Albion Gardens Public School/St. John Vianney, Whitfield Public School/Venerable John Merlini, Castlebar Public School/St. Josaphat and Melody Public School/St. Simon will be included for consideration in the Long Term Accommodation Plan. Development options include two individual detached elementary schools with some shared/join site amenities, semi-detached or linked adjacent elementary schools with a shared child care centre and some joint site amenities and integrated elementary schools with a child care centre and joint site amenities. The Board is embarking on a community information sessions regarding its Long Term Accommodation Plan this spring.

Pilot project to explore networking technology for portable classrooms The Board is moving forward with a pilot project at St. Simon Catholic School in an effort to develop a solution for securely providing computers and networking technology for use in portable classrooms. The use of wireless networking technology including workstation software image and user response time is one aspect of this design being tested. A follow-up on the outcomes of this pilot project will be reported to the Board in September 2006.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 2b

School year calendar for 2006-2007 submitted to Ministry Regulation 304 requires that school boards submit School Year Calendars to the Minister of Education on or before the first day of May. School Boards are required to identify a minimum of 194 school days made up of a minimum of 190 instructional days and a maximum of four professional development days. Secondary schools may designate a maximum of 10 days for examination purposes within the 190 instructional days.

The following proposed School Year Calendar will be submitted to the Ministry of Education:

Number of school days 194 Number of Professional Activity Days 4 Labour Day September 4, 2006 First instructional day September 5, 2006 Thanksgiving Day October 9, 2006 Christmas Break December 25, 2006 to January 5, 2007 Mid-Winter Break March 12-16, 2007 Good Friday April 6, 2007 Easter Monday April 9, 2007 Victoria Day May 21, 2007 Last Instructional Day June 28, 2007

The Elementary calendar will have two professional activity days for the purpose of conducting Parent-Teacher Conferences. The proposed dates are: December 1, 2006 and March 9, 2007. The Elementary calendar will have two professional activity days to be determined by Superintendency to facilitate one Day of Reflection and one Professional Development Day. Consideration for the selection of these dates may include two significant annual conferences: “When Faith Meets Pedagogy” - October 27, 2006 and “Reading for the Love of It” – February 16, 2007.

The Secondary calendar will have three locally determined professional development days and one locally determined Day of Reflection. Consideration for the selection of these days will consider the elementary professional development day calendar. The Secondary calendar will include a maximum of 10 days for examination purposes to be scheduled according to the school’s organization of the instructional program. No instructional days will be scheduled after the end of year examination days.

March 2006 Meeting Schedule Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee Wednesday, March 1, 2006 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee Wednesday, March 8, 2006

Board Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Special Education Advisory Committee Wednesday, March 29, 2006

All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, North York.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 3

BOARD OFFICE SUMMER CLOSURES - 2006

THE BOARD’S OFFICES AND OPERATIONS WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, JUNE 30 (LIEU DAY FOR CANADA DAY, JULY 1) AS WELL AS MONDAY, AUGUST 7 (CIVIC HOLIDAY) FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

In addition to the annual closure of the Board’s administrative and secondary school offices for six (6) Fridays over the months of July and August, the Board will likewise close its administrative offices for the annual two-week period at the end of July and the beginning of August. Employees subject to the two-week closure are expected to schedule their vacations in part as indicated below.

EMPLOYEES WHO ARE MEMBERS OF CUPE LOCAL 1280 ARE NOT SUBJECT TO THE FRIDAY AND THE TWO-WEEK SUMMER CLOSURES.

Remaining staff will be subject to the closure of schools in accordance with their respective collective agreements.

The closure of Board offices for July and August 2006 is outlined as follows:

Friday, June 30 – Lieu Day for Canada Day, July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11, August 18

Monday, July 31 – Thursday, August 3 (Taken as Vacation)

Monday, August 7 – Civic Holiday

Tuesday, August 8 – Thursday, August 10(Taken as Vacation)

Employees affected by above closures are all twelve-month office, clerical and technical staff covered by the collective agreement with CUPE Local 1328 as well as all non-union administrative and management staff.

The closure of Board offices will be in accordance with Article 10.05(b) of the collective agreement with CUPE Local 1328 covering office, clerical and technical employees.

Work schedules for caretaking, maintenance and warehouse staff will be announced directly to those employees covered by the CUPE Local 1280 collective agreement by way of separate notice.

Remaining staff will be subject to the closure of schools in accordance with their respective collective agreements.

Please direct any questions to Silvana Flammia (Employee Relations), 416-222-8282, extension 6005

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 4

For more information, please contact:

Mr. Steven Silva Tel: 416-393-5522 or [email protected]

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 5

St. Maria Goretti Catholic School (1956-2006) Sunday, April 2, 2006 Noon Mass at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church 717 Kennedy Rd (South of Eglinton Ave East) Scarborough, Ontario M1K 2C1

Followed by a Reception at St. Maria Goretti Catholic School (1:30-3:30 p.m.) 21 Kenmark Blvd. Scarborough, ON M1K 3N8 If you have any pictures or memorabilia to share of the school please email: [email protected]

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 6a

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 6b

T.C.D.S.B. Staff Arts Presents WWiittnneessss ffoorr tthhee PPrroosseeccuuttiioonn

NAME: ______

TCDSB LOCATION or HOME ADDRESS: ______

WORK TELEPHONE #: ______

HOME PHONE #: ______

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24 ______Ticket(s) x $15.00 = $ ______

7:30 p.m. Students: ______Ticket(s) x $10.00 = $ ______

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25 ______Ticket(s) x $15.00 = $ ______

7:30 p.m. Students: ______Ticket(s) x $10.00 = $______

FRIDAY MARCH 3 ______Ticket(s) x $15.00 = $ ______

7:30 p.m. Students: ______Ticket(s) x $10.00 = $ ______

SATURDAY MARCH 4 ______Ticket(s) x $15.00 = $ ______

7:30 p.m. Students ______Ticket(s) x $10.00 = $ ______

TOTAL = $ ______

• All tickets are for reserved seating • Cheque must accompany order form • Tickets are non-refundable • Please indicate if any handicapped seating is required

*** CHEQUES ONLY - PAYABLE TO: TCDSB STAFF ARTS ***

Send Order Form and Cheque by Courier or mail to: Staff Arts c/o Arts Department Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Ave East Toronto, Ontario M2N 6E8

(416) 222-8282 ext. ARTS (2787) www.tcdsb.org/staffarts

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 7-1

Mighty Trojans fly under hoops radar

SAM LASKARIS, The Mirror, 02/10/06

The Michael Power/St. Joseph Trojans could very well be one of the best-kept secrets on the local high school hoops scene and that sits rather well with Trojans coach Des Hennessy. "I don't care if anybody talks about us," Hennessy said of his local high school senior boys' basketball team. The Trojans, who compete in the West Division of the Toronto District Colleges Athletic Association (TDCAA), posted an impressive 10-1 regular season mark. Michael Power/St. Joseph concluded its regular season with a convincing 76-30 victory over Chaminade College on Thursday. Despite its dominating performances this year, the Trojans have been overshadowed by a pair of other league powers, fellow Etobicoke rivals Father Henry Carr Crusaders and Scarborough's Mother Teresa Titans. The Crusaders finished atop the league's West Division with a perfect 11-0 mark. And the Titans, who captured the silver medal at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) AAAA tournament last year, ended up in first place in the 10-club East Division with a unblemished 9-0 record. This year, the league is eligible to send two squads to OFSAA's AAAA championships, scheduled for March 6 to 8 in Waterloo. "No question Mother Teresa and Henry Carr are the two teams to beat," Hennessy said. The Titans downed the Crusaders in the 2005 TDCAA final to advance to the provincials. The Trojans would dearly love to compete at this year's OFSAA competition but that goal will be hard to attain since Mother Teresa and Henry Carr are also in the same league. "That poses a bit of a problem," Hennessy said. "We have to get through them." Hennessy said his charges are not expressing concern about the lack of attention on them this season. "They haven't said much about it," he said. "But we know we have a good squad." The Trojans were beaten 66-51 by the Crusaders in their regular season matchup held on Jan. 24. "We played a good first half but the third quarter let us down," Hennessy said. Michael Power/St. Joseph has also squared off against Mother Teresa this season. The Titans defeated the Trojans by 22 points in a game at a tournament Mother Teresa played host to last month. The Trojans are expected to kick off their playoffs this week, either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Its opening-round opponent will be Cardinal Newman, which posted a 2-7 record and placed seventh in the TDCAA's East Division.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 7-2

Volleyball Rebels a hit SAM LASKARIS, The Mirror 02/09/06

If Marshall McLuhan Rebels coach Kristopher Feric wants to know which team will show up for any given game he simply looks to the opposition. "We have a strong team," Feric said of his local high school senior girls volleyball club. "But they tend to play at the same level as other teams. If we are playing a weaker team they will not play as well. And if we're play a good team, we seem to play to their level." Despite some inconsistent play, the Rebels, who compete in the Toronto District Colleges Athletic Association's Central Division, managed to win their first eight regular season contests. With its undefeated record, Marshall McLuhan was atop the standings in its 11-team division. The Rebels were scheduled to play Loretto Abbey yesterday (Thursday), in a match held after The Moment's press deadline. Marshall McLuhan will conclude its regular season action on Monday with a road match versus Loretto College. Feric wouldn't be surprised to see his charges finish off their regular season undefeated. "I think we can keep it going, at least in our division," he said. "But there are teams in some of the other divisions that I think are better than ours." The TDCAA also includes a 10-club East Division and an eight-squad West Division. The Rebels' roster features 11 players. And the majority of them are only in Grade 11. "I think we'll have a pretty good team next year as well," Feric said. "We should have most of our players back and our junior team has only lost once this year so they've got some good players as well." Feric is not discounting the possibility of winning a TDCAA crown this season. "I think we've got the potential to go all the way," he said. "Maybe our last couple of games though will be difficult." Key performers for the Rebels include Alexandra Majka, Sarah Bugeja and Lilian Goncalves.

SUBJECT: 7-3

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 7-4

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 7-5a

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 7-5b

NOTRE DAME CELEBRATES A WIDE RANGE OF ARTISTIC TALENT

Writer's Craft students showed leadership on and off the stage on January 20th, 2006 as they coordinated a performance by the school band, an exhibition by our writers, poets, visual artists, communications technology students, as well as an energetic variety show. It was an

amazing outcome and the first time they have attempted such a public demonstration of music, drama, short film and storytelling. The evening also raised just under $300 for Videz, an international charity which supports the education of women in developing countries.

SUBJECT: 7-6

Neil McNeil students Chris Frankowski, Andreas Kloppenborg, Dave Toffoli and Mark Vallena celebrate their first place finish in the 5th Annual Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge. During the competition, students needed to react quickly to changes in stock trends and news events that could influence stock prices. This was one of six (6) teams from Neil McNeil, who competed strongly, capturing third place as well. Pictured with the team are representatives from Junior Achievement.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 8

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.

Goffredo Ciuffetelli father of Darlene Ciuffetelli Parker, Vice-Principal at D’Arcy McGee Catholic School

Emilio DeRose husband of Franca DeRose, Secretary at Michael Power/St. Joseph High School

Sean Flood brother of Sheila Flood, Vice-Principal at Notre Dame High School

Luigi Marrelli father of Luciana Menotti, Secretary at Holy Cross Catholic School

Dennis Oswin father of Kathy Oswin-Groh, Teacher at Archbishop Romero Catholic Secondary School

John Randell father of Mary Manzer, Teacher/Librarian at St. Denis Catholic School

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 9

BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Maria Vasiliki Stavropoulos born January 29, 2006. Daughter of Betty Stavropoulos, Senior Manager at Benefits and Compensation, CEC and Tom Stavropoulos

Daniele Quaglietta born February 9, 2006. Son of Lia Quaglietta, Educational Assistant at St. Roch Catholic School and Roberto Quaglietta

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 #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-1

UPDATE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES

The following materials have been purchased by CEC Professional Library to support Black History Month:

Bull, Angela. Free at Last: The Story of Martin Luther King, Jr. New York: NY: DK Publishing Inc., c2000. 323/KIN

Bosak, Susan V. Dream: A Tale of Wonder, Wisdom & Wishes. Toronto, Ont.: TCP Press, c2004. E/BOS

Bynum, Eboni. Jamari’s Drum. Berkeley, CA: Publishers Group West, c2004. E/BYN

Cooke, Trish. So Much. Cambridge, Mass.: Candlewick Press, 1997, c1994. E/COO

Gorrell, Gena. North Star to Freedom: The Story of the Underground Railroad. Toronto, Canada: Stoddart Publishing Co. Limited, c1996. E/GOR

Hamilton, Virginia. The People Could Fly: The Picture Book. Toronto, Canada: Random House of Canada Limited: c2004. E/HAM

Harrington, Janice N. Going North. New York, NY: Farar, Straus and Giroux, c2004. E/HAR

Hooks, Bell. Skin Again. 1st Ed. New York: Hyperion Books for Children, c2004. E/HOO

Meyers, Walter Dean. I've Seen the Promised Land: The Life of Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers, c2004. 323/KIN

Nelson, Vaunda. Almost to Freedom. Minneapolis, MN: Carolrhoda Books, Inc., c2003. E/NEL

Perkyns, Dorothy. Last Days in Africville.Vancouver, BC: Beach Holme Publishing, c2003. FIC/PER

Polacco, Patricia. Mr. Lincoln's Way. New York: Philomel Books, c2001. E/POL

Rappaport, Doreen. Martin’s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. New York, NY: Hyperion Books for Children, c2001.323 KIN/RAP

Raven, Margot Theis. Circle Unbroken: The Story of a Basket and Its People. New York, NY: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, c2004. E/RAV

Sadlier, Rosemary. The Kids Book of Black Canadian History. Toronto: Kids Can Press, c2003. 305.896071/SAD

Shadd, Adrienne. The Underground Railroad: Next Stop, Toronto. Toronto, Ontario: Natural Heritage/Natural History Inc., c2002. 971.3541/SHA

Wiles, Deborah. Freedom Summer. New York, NY: Atheneum Books for Young Reader, c2001. E/WIL

Williams-Garcia, Rita. No Laughter Here. 1st Ed. New York: HarperCollins, c2004. FIC/WIL

Woodson, Jacqueline. Coming On Home Soon. New York, NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, c2004. E/WOO

For additional information please call Loretta Notten or Bozena Grymek-Nowinowski at 416-222-8282, ext. 2406 or visit our Professional Library at: http://www.tcdsb.org/library/

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-2

Attention

Primary/Junior Classroom Teachers

Help your students achieve greater academic and social success!

Integrate the arts into the core subjects

Learn how at:

April 27-30, Toronto 2006 du 27 au 30 avril The Hilton Toronto, 145 Richmond Street West Toronto, Ontario M5H 2L2 Tel: 1-416-869-3456; Website: www.hilton.com

Conference Information www.orffcanada.ca Æclick on “National Conferences” OR Contact Brenda Schepper: [email protected], (705) 745-6807

NO MUSICAL EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-3

Present: Outdoors: The Ultimate Playground and Rainbow Fun Looking for Daily Physical Activities (DPA) or recess games? OTUP includes 50 different games for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12. These games encourage children’s participation in physical activity during all four seasons of the year. The kit contains durable, easy to follow activities, many requir- ing little equipment, and can be lead by teachers or students. Get your free kit. Rainbow F un is a ready to use physical activity program for young children (ages 3 & up). The rainbow fun binder folds into a stand up easel for easy view. It requires no special equipment and can be used indoors or outdoors. Get your free binder. Supply coverage will be provided using Code 92. North Feb. 21 @ St. Simon PLC 1:00— 3:30 pm South Feb. 28 @ St. Luke PLC 9:00—11:30 am We st Feb. 28 @ Holy Child PLC 1:00—3:30 pm East March 2 @ St. Barnabas PLC 9:00—11:30 am

Register using PAL and complete the CODE 92 Professional Development Supply Application Form in the attachment. Remember, use Code 92.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-4

TCDSB TRACK SUIT ORDER FORM

• Stormtech quality athletic twill track suit • Black or navy with white piping • Articulated action shoulder • Velcro adjustable cuffs • Fully lined/ zippered pockets • Embroidered with TCDSB logo. $85.00 • Wind/Water resistant outer shell • Bottom zippered pant leg

MEN WOMEN Jacket Size Pant Size Jacket Size Pant Size Chest Waist/Inseam Chest Waist/Inseam

S (35-38”)___ S (32/31)____ S(33-35”)____ S (28/30”)____

M(39-42”)___ M(34/31”)____ M (36-38”)___ M(30/31”)____

L (43-46”)___ L (36/32”)____ L (39-41”)___ L (32/31”)____

XL(47-50”)___ XL(38/32”)__ XL(42-44”)___ XL(34/32”)___

XXL(50-53”)___ XXL(40/33”)

NAME:______SCHOOL: ______

SCHOOL/VOICEMAIL PHONE # ______HOME PHONE #______

COLOUR: (please circle) BLACK NAVY

JACKET SIZE:______PANT SIZE:______(indicate gender and size)

Cheques ($85 per suit) made payable to JAG SPORTS SUPPLIES (a $10.00 NSF charge will apply) Please send orders via courier to Rose Anne Bellofiore, CEC (ext. 2386) Orders must be in by March 27th 2006. Allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. Suits will be delivered to your school.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-5a

CURRICULUM AND ACCOUNTABILITY TEAM

T E A M

TEACH A SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

SUMMER INSTITUTES 2006

POSTING FOR INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERS

The regular program model consists of an intensive Institute offered one, two or three days in length during July and August 2006 (the weeks of July 24 and 31, August 14 and 21, 2006). Institutes are offered to all staff and community members of the Toronto Catholic District School Board.

Application Process

Prepare a brief descriptor of your Institute that will appear in the Summer Institute 2006 Brochure and complete the Summer Institute 2006 application form.

When all applications are received, members of the Summer Institutes 2006 Steering Committee and the Curriculum and Accountability Team Program Coordinators will meet to review and select the Institute Leaders. Please note that team applications are encouraged.

Stipend

The normal stipend will be $500.00 per day, per Institute for the design, preparation and delivery of the complete program. If you are team teaching, the stipend will be split between the Instructional Leaders.

Apply in confidence by Friday, February 24, 2006 to:

Mary Frijio, Officer, Curriculum and Accountability Team CEC

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 10-5b

SUMMER INSTITUTES 2006 July 24-28, 2006 and July 31-August 4, 2006 August 14-18, 2006 and August 21-25, 2006 Please complete this form and forward it to Mary Frijio, Curriculum and Accountability Team, Toronto Catholic District School Board, 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6E8 or e-mail to [email protected]

PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION

Institute Title:

Is your Institute: 1/2 day session 1 day session 2 days session Who are you offering your workshop to: (Please consider all employee groups, if possible.)

Administrators Teachers Non-Teaching Parents Students

Please provide specific Dates: Time: (month and date)

Preferred Workshop Location: (CEC or preferred school) Presenter(s) Name: Home Phone No.:

School/Department: School Phone No.:

Email address: Description of Institute: (this will appear in the booklet)

Maximum Enrolment:

YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ARRANGE YOUR OWN AUDIO VISUAL NEEDS

ACCEPTANCE OF YOUR INSTITUTE AND ALL OTHER COMMUNICATION REGARDING INFORMATION FOR SUMMER INSTITUTE FACILITATORS WILL BE COMMUNICATED VIA BOARD EMAIL

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 11

GROUP BENEFIT PLAN - POSITIVE ENROLMENT COMING IN JUNE 2006

Attention: All Toronto Catholic District School Board Staff Participating in Family Coverage under the Extended Health and Dental Plans

Further to our previous communication regarding “Positive Enrolment”, employees enrolled in family coverage in the Dental and/or Extended Health Care Plans will be receiving a statement in the next two weeks identifying current dependant information that we have on file. The statement is similar to the employee pay statement. However, it is identified as “Please note, important benefit plan notice contained inside, please read carefully”.

When you receive the Dependant Information Statement, please note that the following action is required on this time sensitive correspondence:

Correct Information If the dependant information that we have identified for you is correct, you may retain the form for your records. No further action from you is required at this time.

Incorrect Information If any of the information on the form is incorrect/out of date and needs to be updated, please return the form (with corrections noted on the form) to the Benefits and Compensation Department via Board courier service by the deadline date of February 28, 2006.

If we do not receive your form by February 28, 2006, it will be assumed that the information that we have on file is correct. Further, we will be providing this information to Great West Life, our benefits carrier in order to process claims for eligible dependants only.

In order to avoid any claims from being denied by Great West Life for eligible dependants, please ensure that you review the statement and provide us up to date information by the deadline date of February 28, 2006.

We will be working closely with our benefits carrier to ensure a smooth transition to Positive Enrolment.

Please direct your questions to: Benefits & Compensation Department 416-222-8282, ext. 2220, 2151, 2219, or 2324

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 12

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-1

PLEASE POST AND GIVE A COPY TO TECT / TSU REPRESENTATIVE

JOB POSTING

AUTISM SUPPORT TEACHER

Current Collective Agreement Between Toronto Catholic District School Board And Elementary and Secondary School Teachers (TECT / TSU)

Applications are invited for the position of Autism Support Teacher (one (1) full time position), based on the criteria listed.

Positions will be effective immediately.

Candidates will be required to meet the following criteria before an interview will be granted:

• Positive recommendation of current Supervisory Officer • Positive recommendation of current Principal or Superordinate • Certificate of Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers showing specialist or honour specialist qualifications in Special Education, autism elective • Completion of the TCDSB Autism Course or other equivalent educational training in Autism • Minimum 5 years of qualified successful teaching experience, with specific experience working with students with Autism/PDD.

When submitting your resume, candidates must attach a copy of an updated Certificate of Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers that shows proof of the appropriate qualifications.

Qualified applicants should submit a résumé and recommendations to Margherita Di Fonzo, Supervisor, Human Resources, by Tuesday, February 28, 2006.

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-2

PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSTING NO. POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGE # 41-2006 Secretary Blessed John XXIII Catholic Grade 5 School $663.46 to $770.74

QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent • Two (2) years of related secretarial experience • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level) • Minimum of 50 wpm typing • Must have good interpersonal skills in relating to pupils and parents • Ability to work independently

DUTIES: School Secretaries are engaged to assist the Principal of the school in the performance of office duties as directed by the Principal.

THIS IS A 10-MONTH POSITION

PLEASE NOTE REVISED BIDDING PROCESS – Bid sheet only required at this time. One bid sheet for every posting must be submitted. A copy for your convenience has been attached.

BID SHEET REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOCATION AREA AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, SUPPORT STAFF, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, TORONTO, ONTARIO NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2006.

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THEIR RESUME AND PERTINENT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION.

AWARDS #1-2006 – L. Zahra

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-3

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 #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-4a

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):

______

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 #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-4b

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):

______

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 #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-5

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 EA2006-100 Education Assistant Archbishop Romero EA is to assist students with LD, MID, ADD & behavioural issues in integrated classes & resource room settings. EA2006-101 Education Assistant James Cardinal McGuigan EA2006-102 Education Assistant Notre Dame EA2006-103 Education Assistant Stella Maris EA2006-104 Education Assistant St. Ursula This position involves variable duties working with students presenting behaviour concerns. This is a 50% position (AM).

6. 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.

Please note: EA2006-91 cancelled - reposted EA2006-104

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, February 28, 2006.

SBESS AWARDS EA2006-47 M. Stoyanis CYW2006-06 S. Bonnici EA2006-66 R. Jones CYW2006-18 C. George EA2006-71 H. Fernandes CYW2006-20 S. Muller EA2006-72 A. Dibundu EA2006-73 E. Beausoleil EA2006-84 M. Russo

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3

February 20, 2006 SUBJECT: 13-6

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.

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

POSTING # POSITION SCHOOL IN ORDER TO BEST SERVE THE NEEDS OF OUR STUDENTS, PLEASE NOTE INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO THIS LOCATION CYW2006-29 Child and Youth Worker Our Lady of Victory

Please note: 1. Copies of your CYW diploma must be attached with each bid forwarded to Human Resources.

2. Employees who are in their final year in attaining their CYW diploma and who will have the diploma by June 30th of the posting year are eligible to bid on the above postings. It is imperative that you attach proof that you are attending the course, and that you will be eligible for the CYW diploma by June of the posting year.

SUBJECT: 13-7

TO BE POSTED ON CARETAKER/TRADES & MAINTENANCE BULLETIN BOARDS

CUPE LOCAL 1280 JOB POSTINGS

AWARDS

#16-06 – F. HEBERT #17-06 – Y. CHOWDHURY

You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the World. Matt. 5:13, 14 THE DIRECTOR’S BULLETIN #23 Those who teach will shine like stars for all eternity. Daniel 12:3