TCDSB Community Consultations We want to hear from you! All TCDSB stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on Board initiatives through the many

community consultations held each year. Whether you are a parent, staff member, student or Catholic ratepayer, you have an important role in

adding your voice to the Board’s decision-making process. The following consultations are currently underway: 2019-2020 Budget Consultation (deadline: May 10, 2019) Admission and Placement of Elementary Pupils Policy S.A. 01 Consultation (April 24, 2019) Elementary School Attendance Boundary Review Policy S.A. 03 Consultation (April 24, 2019)

Public Consultation and Virtual Town Hall-Budget 2019-2020 May 1, 2019 6:30-8:30 pm Details will be posted to the Budget Consultation section of our

website https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/TCDSB-Community-

Consultations/Pages/budget_2019_2020.aspx

Opportunities for Parents Canoe Landing Childcare Centre Registration: April 23 to April 29 Registration for childcare for infants to 12 years at the Canoe Landing Childcare Centre (located at 20

Brunel Court) will begin next week. In-person registration: Tuesday, April 23 and Monday, April 29 from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at St.

Mary’s Catholic Elementary School (20 Portugal Square). Please note that for Before and After School

Care children must be registered in either Bishop Macdonell Catholic Elementary School or

Jean Lumb Public School. Online registration: From April 23 to April 29

at www.sschto.ca/CanoeLanding_ChildCare_registration

Crossing Guard Program The School Crossing Guard Program is being transitioned from Toronto Police to City of Toronto. The

City has started accepting requests for new crossing guard locations. You can make submissions here:

https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/road-safety/vision-zero/safety-

initiatives/initiatives/school-crossing-guard-program/ Kids Bowl for Free All summer long at Playtime Bowl and select bowling facilities in the GTA

More information here: https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/

Public Consultation Meeting: Official Plan Review for Transportation Policies

Join us at a local meeting to learn about the City's proposed changes to the transportation policies of the

Official Plan. All meetings are from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Meetings will begin with a presentation

followed by a walk-through of the draft policies with City staff. Click here for a full listing of

consultation dates and locations.

Opportunities for Students Stained Glass Window Design Competition The Denison Armoury Officers’ Mess is calling on talented artists interested in competing to design

framed stained glass inserts that will fill the ten windows on the south wall of the mess. This contest is open to anyone. There are no age restrictions. Contest entry deadline: June 1, 2019 Contest & submission details. McHappy Day 2019 Student Volunteer Recruitment Humber River Hospital Foundation has an exciting volunteer opportunity and we’d love for you to join us!

Your support at this initiative will help the Foundation fund the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). As one

of our strongest community supporters, you are our best ambassadors! If you’d like to volunteer or have any questions, please contact Saneh Singh at 416.242.1000 ext.81517 or

sansingh@hrh.ca. McHappy Day, in support of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Humber River Hospital Wednesday May 8, 2019 Volunteers Needed Volunteers needed for 4th Annual Toronto Carnival Run taking place on Saturday July 27, 2019. Recap video

of last year's event is here: https://youtu.be/nYkDEibWHMY To register: http://torontocarnivalrun.com/volunteer

Connecting Students with Campus Ministry (Office of Catholic Youth) It’s that time of year when Grade 12 students are finalizing which university or college they will attend

in September. To assist them and their families in making choices that include a supportive Catholic

community, Chaplaincy Connect is a tool to personally connect students with campus ministries across

Canada in a way that is intentional, invitational and informative. Students and chaplaincy leaders have

reported high rates of retention and involvement resulting from these connections. Please help spread the

word to students or their families!

For more information email Eliza Trotter, Diocesan Coordinator of Campus Ministries at

etrotter@archtoronto.org or visit http://ocytoronto.org/chaplaincyconnect/

Meagan’s Walk Seeks Volunteers On Saturday May 11th, Meagan's Walk will be holding the 18th Annual Walk & Hug. They are looking

for the support of over 200 volunteers. Volunteer registration is open until April 30th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer_6KYNgpmHeTE_y44EoAK8EWHBerIAx6bcJIRXmt

XVl4j2Q/viewform

Opportunity for Alumni Do you know an outstanding member of our community? We'd love to get to know her too. Honour her with

a nomination for the Order of Mary Ward. https://lorettoalumnae.ca/order-of-mary-ward-nominations/ Events

Special Events 40th Annual Ecumenical Good Friday Walking for Justice In hopeful persistence for the sake of the world Friday April 19, 2019 Starting at Holy Trinity Church, beside the Eaton Centre Info: Good Friday Walk for Justice Earth Day Monday, April 22nd https://www.tcdsb.org/board/environment/earthmonth/pages/earthday.aspx CEC Hug-Meagan's Walk CEC staff, along with participants of Circling Our Angels of Hope student leadership event, and students

and staff from Cardinal Carter Academy will circle the Catholic Education Centre in a symbolic hug to

show support for children and families dealing with serious illnesses. The hug will take place on

Tuesday, April 23rd at 10 a.m. One Year Commemoration of the Tragedy on Yonge Street April 23, 1:00 pm Moment of Silence; 1:30 pm Mel Lastman Square—Commemoration Ceremony and

Community Vigil Exemplary Practice Awards April 23, 7 PM at the Catholic Education Recognizing innovation and excellence in education Life in the Spirit Conference "Refreshed & Renewed" Free Admission--May 4-5, 2019 9 am - 4 pm St. Mary's Catholic Academy, 66 Dufferin Park Ave. Join us for 2 days of anointed Praise & Worship, reflections & interactive spiritual activities. For more information please visit https://www.ccrctoronto.com/ Chaminade’s Ignite Showcase Coming May 29th at Yorkdale Silver City is the 5th Annual Ignite Digital Media Showcase. Student

produced #shortfilms on the big screen & so much more! Reserve your tickets today at: http://bit.ly/2G0KYVH 2018-2019 Staff Arts Musical "Disney's The Little Mermaid" Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The

Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award

winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright,

this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl"

and "Part of Your World." Opening Night May 31st. Tickets on sale now Purchase Tickets Online. Mail In Orders and Box Office Purchases $30 Get the ticket order form.

Next Week’s Meetings

Special Education Advisory Committee April 23, 7pm

Regular Board April 24, 7pm Watch for agendas to be posted this weekend

General Information Happy Easter! Schools are closed Good Friday April 19th and Easter Monday April 22nd Message from the Director Wednesday, April 24th is Administrative Professionals' Day. We are proud to recognize and

celebrate our school and department secretaries, administrative assistants and clerical staff for their

contributions to the TCDSB community. These individuals are often the first point of contact for

students, staff, parents and members of the community. They are integral to providing a warm and

welcoming environment in our schools and offices and support to those who rely on them on a day-to-

day

basis. https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/BoardAdministration/DirectorofEducation/Documents/Messages/Ad

ministrative%20Professionals%20Day%202019.pdf The Angel Foundation for Learning As an official charity of the TCDSB, The Angel Foundation for Learning's mandate is to assist TCDSB

students. The Angel Foundation for Learning (AFL) invites you to educate, participate and celebrate

during Angel Brigade Week from April 29- May 3! Thank you for your support. Visit www.angelfoundationforlearning.org to discover how the AFL may be able to assist at your

school. Follow The Angel Foundation on their social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to be up to

date on news. Get ready for the AFL's board-wide "May the 4th be With You" Civvies Day by downloading and

hanging posters in your area to promote this fun fundraiser! Together we can do wondrous things, so take a moment to check that you are a registered Cents-

Off participant and if not sign up on-line. Mention The Angel Foundation for Learning when you eat at Chipotle at 2323 Yonge St. (Yonge &

Eglinton) on April 30th between 5pm and 9pm and 33% of the proceeds will be donated to The Angel

Foundation for Learning! Information here.

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