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2003-2004

As Partners in Catholic Education, We are Stewards of the Enduring Gifts

Amidst Changing Realities

A Community of Faith

With Heart in Charity

Anchored in Hope

Subjects:

CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK May 2 - 7, 20 1. THE SAINTS OF THE TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL

BOARD

2. FROM THE BOARD, HUMAN RESOURCES, PROGRAM & RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE, February 5, 2004

3. INTERMEDIATE W5H 2004--repeat

4. AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES - Awards for Excellence in Teaching Canadian History - Canada Awards for Excellence in Education - Shell and Junior Achievement Scholarship

5. SALESIAN CO-OPERATORS’ ANNUAL CONFERENCE

6. MTCEF’S 5-K WALK

7. THE BULLY, THE VICTIM & THE CODE OF SILENCE INITIATIVE

8. THREE POJECTS AND A FEW FUNERALS LECTURE

9. MONSIGNOR PERCY JOHNSON’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY

10. SHARING OUR GOOD NEWS - St. Brigid Catholic School - St. Thomas Moore Catholic School - St. Bernard Catholic School - St. Joseph Catholic School - Our Lady of Victory Catholic School - St. Joseph/Morrow Park Catholic Secondary School - Loretto Abbey Catholic Secondary School - Michael Power/St. Joseph Catholic Secondary School - Francis Libermann Catholic Secondary School - Senator O’Connor Catholic Secondary School

11. MEMORIALS

12. BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

13. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Dare to Dream of Peace: Becoming a Peacemaker Workshop - MarkBook In-service - Youth Suicide: Identification, Risk and Management Workshop - Retirement Planning Series--repeat

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14. APPLICATIONS – FOR IMMEDIATE POSTING

POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY - Major Department Head, Bishop Allen Academy - Teacher Secondment to Ontario Science Centre Science School - Additional Qualification Course Instructional Leaders

A.P.S.S.P. - Community Relations Officer, Child Care, Before/After School and

Nutrition Programs

CUPE LOCAL 1328 SBESS - Child and Youth Worker—various - Education Assisstant--various - Instructional Assisstant, Mary Ward

CUPE LOCAL 1328 - Secretary, Senhor Santo Cristo - Secretary, Don Bosco - Awards - Clerk Typist, St. Philip Neri - Awards - Clerk Typist, St. Lawrence - Posting Bid Form--repeat

Executive Assistant, Metropolitan Toronto Catholic Education Foundation

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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:

February 15 - 21

Josyf Cardinal Slipyj – February 17

Cardinal Newman – February 21




FROM THE BOARD Summary of Board Highlights and Decisions

Thursday, February 5, 2004 Human Resources, Program & Religious Affairs Committee

_____________________________________________________________________________________ May committee meeting change The May meeting of the Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee has been changed to Monday, May 10th. It was originally scheduled for Thursday, May 6th, which falls during Catholic Education Week (Sunday, May 2nd to Friday, May 7th.) A number of special activities planned for that week in addition to local activities planned in individual schools. These include the finale to the Board’s 50th anniversary celebrations, the annual TCDSB History Fair (May 6th) and the presentation of TCDSB Sports Alumni Awards at the annual TCSAA and TDCAA Coaches' Recognition Dinner. To allow for Trustees and senior staff to fully participate in these various events, the May meeting schedule has been adjusted. The Trustee Services Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. on May 10th, with the HR meeting beginning at 7 p.m. Preliminary report regarding grade 9 high school choices The Board received a report, which outlined that of 6,658 applications received from Toronto Catholic District School Board grade 8 students, 6,445 have indicated a TCDSB secondary school as the school of choice. Some students from other boards have also chosen a TCDSB secondary school. According to information received as of January 29th, 97 percent of TCDSB grade 8 students who have returned applications are indicating that they would like to attend a TCDSB secondary school. TCDSB students perform well on recent CAT/3 and Gates MacGinitie Reading Tests Results from the most recent CAT/3 assessment of grade 8 students, and the Gates MacGinitie Reading Test for grade 3 and 5 students were presented to the Board. The 2003 CAT/3 results indicate that TCDSB’s grade 8 students are performing at or above the national norm for all CAT/3 subtests of language arts and mathematics. Results from the Gates MacGinitie Reading Tests show grade 3 and 5 students performing at the national average, however grade 5 scores are somewhat lower than grade 3 scores. Results from both tests have already been provided to parents and to local schools. Upcoming Meetings Board Thursday, February 19, 2004 Special Education Advisory Committee Wednesday, February 25, 2004 Human Resources, Program and Religious Affairs Committee Thursday, March 4, 2004 Trustee Services Committee Monday, March 8, 2004 Administrative and Corporate Services Committee Thursday, March 11, 2004 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 Avenue East, North York, Ontario M2N 6E8 416-222-8282, ext. 5314; fax: 416-229-5342; e-mail: [email protected]




Intermediate W5H 2004

Intermediate W5H is a general knowledge competition for intermediate level students. Tournaments will be held in April 2004 and will culminate with the City Championship. Preliminary Round: Monday, April 5, 2004 Quarter Finals: Tuesday, April 13, 2004 Semi Finals: Monday, April 26, 2004 City Championship: Monday, May 3, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at C.E.C.

If your school is interested in entering the Intermediate W5H Tournament for the 2003 - 2004 school year, please return this completed form to your regional convenor by Friday, February 27, 2004.

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Intermediate W5H Registration Form Please complete in full and return A.S.A.P. to your respective region, as indicated below

Yes, our school __________________________________________________ would like to participate in the Intermediate W5H Tournament for the 2003-2004 school year.

Coach(es): _____________________________ _______________________________ Print name Signature(s)

_____________________________ _______________________________ Print name Signature(s)

Principal’s Signature: ______________________ School phone #: _______________

School fax #: _______________

Would you be interested in convening the elimination round? Approximately eight sites will be needed for this round. Responsibilities include contacting coaches within your group, setting up the round robin tournament, arranging for impartial quizmasters, providing refreshments and reporting results to the regional convenor. It is your responsibility to ensure you have fully operable buzzer systems for the game date.

� yes � no Thank you for your prompt response.

Send this Registration Form to the co-ordinator for your respective area: Toronto North: Anna Carino Regina Mundi 416-393-5362 Toronto South: Martha Fitzpatrick St. Nicholas of Bari 416-393-5355 Toronto East: Joe DeKort Prince of Peace 416-393-5416 Toronto West: Teresa Paoli Msgr. John Corrigan 416-393-5399

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SALESIAN CO-OPERATORS ASSOCIATION TORONTO ~ ST. BENEDICT CENTRE ~ PRESENTS

4TH Annual Conference: “The Work of Our Hands” Friday evening, April 2nd & Saturday (daytime), April 3rd 2004

at St. Benedict Parish 2194 Kipling Ave, Rexdale, ON M9W 2S5

(2 Traffic Lights North of Rexdale Blvd) Parish: 416-743-3830

Schedule Friday First Friday of the Month April 2nd 7:30 pm Healing Mass – all are welcome

Registration takes place in the Parish Hall after Mass Cooperator and Crafts Display

Saturday 8:00 am Morning mass April 3rd 8:30 am Registration Desk open in the Hall

9:00 am Conference: Opening Prayer and Welcome

9:30 am Your Talent and Your Gifts (Break 10:30 am) 10:50 am Jesus the Carpenter – His Work Noon The Angelus (Lunch)

1:45 pm Value in Homemaking/ Mary His Mother (Break 2:45 pm) 3:00 pm Teaching, Training, Experience, Practice 4:00 pm Closing Ceremony – the Work of Your Hands

4:30 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation in Church 5:00 pm Parish Mass – Vigil for Palm Sunday

All are Welcome. Registration:

Suggestion for Adults: $15.00 Youth: $10.00 Children: $5.00 (age 35+) (age 16 – 34) (age 7 years +)

Lunch is included To Register: Mary Fay 416-745-2906 John Lopes 905-495-0597




MTCEF5k Walk

Help the Metropolitan Toronto Catholic Education Foundation provide financial support to school communities striving to ensure that all children benefit from a wide spectrum of opportunities that sustain and enhance the educational process.

Where: Catholic Education Centre 80 Sheppard Ave. East When: Sunday, May 16, 2004 Liturgy 10 a.m. Walk 11 a.m.

REGISTRATION FORM Send completed registration form with cheque to:

Joan Lovell MTCEF at the CEC by May 7, 2004 Please make cheque payable to MTCEF(Walk)

Name:___________________________ Location:_______________________________

Phone:___________

Individual ($15.00):__________Family ($35.00) __________Student ($10.00)____________

School/Site Groupings of 5 or more ($7.00 each) __________

I cannot attend but I am enclosing a donation of: $___________ to the MTCEF 5KM WALK

Prizes for entries Loot Bags Tee Shirt first 300 entries Raffle Tickets

PRIZES

Register by May 7, 2004




An E.S.P. InitiativeAn E.S.P. InitiativeAn E.S.P. InitiativeAn E.S.P. Initiative Presented at St. Mary’s C.S.S.

For Secondary Students

THE BULLY, THE VICTIM AND THE CODE OF SILENCE

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH at 10:00 a.m. in the Cafeteria

With:

Rita Di Ghent, jazz vocalist Naomi Tyrrell, mask artist and singer and

Paul Gaulin, actor, illusionist and master of mime

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Michael Power/St. Joseph Catholic High School Speakers Series A Lecture by

Gwynne DyerGwynne DyerGwynne DyerGwynne Dyer Three Projects and a Few FuneralsThree Projects and a Few FuneralsThree Projects and a Few FuneralsThree Projects and a Few Funerals

Thursday March 4, 2004 7:30 P.M.

School Auditorium

Public Welcome After receiving a Ph.D. in Military and Middle Eastern History from the University of London, Gwynne Dyer served in three navies and held academic appointments at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Oxford University. Since 1973, Gwynne Dyer has worked as a freelance journalist, broadcaster and lecturer on international affairs. His twice-weekly column is published by 150 papers in 35 countries. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his 7-part documentary ‘War’. Dyer’s most recent book is ‘Ignorant Armies: Sliding into War in Iraq’, which was the number one non-fiction best bestseller in Canada in the spring of 2003. His next book, due out in March 2004 from McClelland and Stewart, is ‘Three Projects and a Few Funerals’.




MONSIGNOR PERCY JOHNSON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

20TH ANNIVERSARY ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Saturday, May 8, 2004 2170 KIPLING AVENUE

♦doors open at 2:00 p.m. ♦3:00 p.m. MASS ♦open house to follow

ntil 10:00 p.m. ♦ raffles, door prizes, silent

auction ♦memorabilia displays ♦ appetizers, cash bar ♦$10 admission

For more information: http://monsignorjohnson20th.tripod.comRegister early at: [email protected] or call 416-393-5535 x.81792




Our Water, Our Wetlands on the wall at St. Brigid MICHELE McLEAN Feb. 6, 2004 Mirror/Guardian Newspaper A Riverdale artist helped students bring a swamp to their school. Pamela Schuller worked with 459 grades 3 to 8 students at St. Brigid Catholic School, at 176 Leslie St., to create a permanent 3-D display on

the school's wall of a wetlands environment. The display is about 40-feet long. It includes animals, plants and birds, made out of papier mache and is affixed to the wall with chicken wire. After the presentation, Grade 8 student Andrew Francis, 13, pointed out an owl on the mosaic that he helped make. "It's important to learn about the wetlands," he said. Although he liked the papier mache making during the project, he said painting the owl was his favourite part. Josh Grainger, another Grade 8 student, said students worked in pairs with the artist for two days. "It was fun," he said. Kelsey Coxson, a Grade 7 student, created a yellow water lily for the project. "I learned a lot," Coxson said. Last week, the school celebrated the mosaic titled Our Water, Our Wetlands with a launch, which included Schuller, the students, school trustees Paul Crawford (Ward 12), Angela Kennedy (Ward 11), MPP Marilyn Churley (Toronto-Danforth), Ward 31 Councillor Janet Davis (Beaches-East York), MPP Michael Prue (Beaches-East York), Chris Conti from Friends of Second Marsh and Mark Mattson, an environmental lawyer. "The students have created a masterpiece that will be shared with other students for years to come," Kennedy told the students at the launch. Prue said, "We all have a role to play to save our environment." Davis said the work is beautiful. "Congratulations on your amazing work." Conti showed the students a slide presentation about the Second Marsh in Oshawa and explained how the wetlands are important to the environment. "It's a great opportunity to provide learning through the arts," Schuller told the students. "Working with the students at St. Brigid has been a pleasure."

Mirror photo/NESTOR PONCE

Josh Graiger, 13, left, Kelsey Coxson, 12, and Andrew Francis, 13,

are among the St. Brigid Catholic School students that participated in

the creation of the school's environmentally-themed Mosaic

Project. Students from grades 3 to 8 co-operated to make the more than 250 pieces of artwork that compose

the permanent installation, Our Water, Our Wetlands, which was

unveiled last Friday

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Cops mark Black History Month By RON FANFAIR

'Gains made, but more work to be done': Augustine Black History Month provides Canadians with an opportunity to celebrate African-Canadians achievements and also reflect on the trials and tribulations that Blacks faced in their struggle for equal rights, says Secretary of State for Multiculturalism Jean Augustine. "Over the years, Black Canadians have faced discrimination and the denial of equal rights," Augustine reminded the audience at the 10th annual Toronto Police Services (TPS) Black History Month launch last week. "Today, we can point to the great strides that we have made in creating a society where every citizen can feel an equal sense of belonging and an equal sense of being included. Yet, more remains to be done." In spite of the gains made, Augustine said that Canada couldn't boast of being a fully inclusive society. "We still have work to do in making sure that everyone has the opportunity to participate in the economic, political and cultural life of Canada," she said. "Black History Month, by promoting an increased knowledge of our collective stance, is an excellent way to help shape the Canada we want for our children…a country where differences are not merely accepted, but embraced and celebrated." Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Monte Kwinter concurred with Augustine, adding that the history of Blacks in Canada is an important part of Canada's history. "The history we celebrate this month was written in the courage and persistence of the people who broke free from oppression," Kwinter said. "Even today, there are issues of racism faced by people in the Black community and that's why it's so important that we continue to work, promote and celebrate diversity in our society." Keynote speaker In keeping with this year's theme "An Investment in Our Future", organizers invited sensational 12-year-old motivational speaker Jamaal Hunte to deliver the keynote address. "In our daily lives, let us try not to see people first through colour or race, but as individual human beings," he encouraged the gathering. "…Now is the time to rid our nation from the quicksand of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood." Mayor David Miller praised the TPS and Chief Julian Fantino for partnering with the Black community to improve police/ community relations. The TPS has fostered partnerships with several Black community organizations, including the Jamaican Canadian Association (JCA), United Mothers Opposing Violence Everywhere (UMOVE) and Tropicana Community Services. Sergeant Terry James of the Employment Unit/Recruiting conceived the idea for the Toronto Police Black History Month celebrations a decade ago. "I am very proud of the fact that this event has grown over the years," said James. "However, I would like to see more Black officers be part of the celebrations and be proud of who they are." Several retired Black officers, including Larry McLarty who broke the colour bar in 1960 by becoming the first Black to be recruited by Toronto Police, were honoured at the TPS Black History Month launch two years ago.




TESS KALINOWSKI, EDUCATION REPORTER

They sit on the frontlines of the battle against childhood obesity.

Teachers like Nick Biagini of St. Bernard Elementary School near Jane and Lawrence, try to imbue their students with some of their own passion for physical fitness.

Biagini heads up the St. Bernard's Roadrunners, a club of about 100 students who run through the school's hallways when the weather doesn't permit outdoor exercise.

"I hear all these alarming statistics about obesity and this is our part in fighting it," says the Grade 7 teacher and cross-country coach, who doesn't have a physical education speciality but wants to share his own love of running.

He rewards his runners' dedication — they put in two to four kilometres a week — with a T-shirt and a Greatest Achievement Award bestowed during morning announcements. "Every year we get more and more kids joining. They love the health benefits and they love hearing their names on the announcements, and they love that they're the only ones in the school with that T-Shirt," says Biagini.

The Toronto Catholic District School Board's physical education co-ordinator, Tony Pettiti, depends on generalist elementary teachers like Biagini to deliver physical education to elementary students because the board doesn't hire specialist gym teachers at that level. Ontario's school funding formula doesn't allocate dollars specifically for specialities like gym, music and the arts. That means school boards have to find ways of making physical education a priority even in schools that don't have a passionate advocate like Biagini.

The Catholic board is implementing Physical Activity Action Planning that will require all its schools to submit plans on how they'll increase the level of activity for students. "We're asking principals to submit plans on how they can increase the activity levels for kids," said Pettiti.




The Toronto District School Board is doing a similar pilot in 35 of its schools, making physical activity part of the overall school improvement plans, said district-wide Co-ordinator for Health and Physical Education Richard Ward.

The boards are working together on a TV Turnoff Week May 3 to 9.

Pettiti calls it "a real example of collaboration between both the school board, Toronto Public Health, parks and recreation, libraries, the zoo, cultural institutions and the Toronto Heart Health partnership."

A holistic approach to the problem of childhood inactivity could hold the key to averting an impending health crisis, said Andy Anderson, a professor at University of Toronto's Ontario Institute for Studies in Education.

"The community has to assert its value on this. If the board isn't going to give you the money for a swimming program (the community) has to find a way to support that initiative," he said. Research shows children perform better in school if they get physical activity, he said.

"I would argue that the way to get numeracy and literacy is about getting children who feel good about going to school and one way that happens is often through physically active engagement," said Anderson. "Why aren't we looking at playgrounds that invite imaginative activity through the physical? We ask kids to stand out on the blacktop and not have any equipment and the kids start fighting with each other."

The Toronto-based Foundation for Active Healthy Kids, a national charitable organization advocating for children's activity, targets parents as the best bet for increasing activity levels. "The most common statistic is with respect to obesity rates," said spokesperson Michelle Brownrigg. "That is something we're aware of, but essentially, physical activity has been on the decline for more than a decade and the ages at which kids are becoming inactive is becoming lower."

The National Longitudinal Survey of Children and Youth, released last year by Statistics Canada, showed that in 2002, 37 per cent of Canadian children aged 2 to 11 were overweight. About 29 per cent of children 10 to 11 fell into the overweight category, but about 45 per cent of toddlers, aged 2 to 3, were heavy.

While there's been a trend in Canada toward renewed commitment to physical education curriculums, families are still struggling to put activity into households where both parents work or a single parent is fighting the clock, said Brownrigg.

That's where the community comes in because too often parents are isolated. "Do you have stressed out single mothers? How do we build a community where one day somebody takes two kids to an activity structured or unstructured?" she said.

In the meantime, Brownrigg suggests there are things parents can do: Look for opportunities for unstructured activity, which has suffered because security concerns mean many

parents won't let their children play outdoors unsupervised. Look at the time your family is spending on the TV and computer. Try reducing the amount of sedentary time spent in passive activities. "If you're doing interactive play — things

that have more stimulation — that begins a process of removing the passivity of our lifestyle," she said. Leave the TV off during dinner sometimes. When planning a birthday party, put some physical activity on the agenda. Make activity time special by treasuring it as a family or allowing older children to use it as a time to get together

with their friends. If you're driving the kids to the pool or rink, look for an activity you can do as an adult while the children are

busy with their program. Parental awareness is key, says Bayview Secondary School vice-principal Susan Logue. "Parents don't have a clue what kids are doing in the evening. They think kids are on the computer doing homework when they're on MSN. (Kids) are in worlds today where they can be indoors 24 hours and involve very little physical movement."




Chicken Soup on menu for St. Joseph's students MICHELE McLEAN Beaches Mirror Feb. 13, 2004 Students at St. Joseph Catholic School in Riverdale received a taste of Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul when the book's co-author, Janet Matthews, visited the school. The school dedicates the month of February to demonstrate empathy, understanding and compassion by studying the Chicken Soup books.

The series of books include Chicken Soup for the Soul, Chicken Soup for the Parent's Soul, Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul and Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul.

St. Joseph students started studying the books when a Grade 3 student was bullied in the schoolyard in the fall of 2002.

After the incident, a parent came up the idea of studying the books and the parent council, principal, teachers, school trustee and parish priest embraced the idea, said Marlene O'Leary, parent council secretary.

Grades 5 to 8 students had a chance to listen to Matthews and ask questions. A student asked about why the books refer to chicken soup.

"In some cultures chicken soup makes you feel better, emotionally and spiritually," Matthews said.

Grade 6 student Jamaica Ty asked Matthews how she felt when she read the stories that were submitted for the book. "It must have been hard to choose," Ty said.

"The stories were the greatest and the saddest," Matthews said. "These were people who were writing their dreams. They dealt with death and children being sick. It was very emotional."

Matthews told the students some of the stories in the book include famous Canadians Paul Henderson, Rick Hanson, Terry Fox and Wayne Gretzky.

The book also includes stories about people whose names might not be recognized.

She told the story of a six-year-old boy who lives near Ottawa and raised money for a well for students in Africa. "We as Canadians have so much," Matthews said.

"This boy at age six found out not only did kids in Africa not have toys or food, but they didn't even have water to drink. It was dirty. So he decided to build a well for them."

Matthews said through fundraising the boy succeeded and six years later, he still continues to raise money for more wells in Africa. "His mission statement is that everyone in Africa will have clean water," she said. "He's one of our Canadian heroes."

Matthews is a writer, editor, speaker and teacher. Along with co-authoring Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, she produced and edited Chicken Soup for the Parent's Soul. At the end of her presentation, students surrounded her to get her autograph. "Visiting schools is a good thing to do," Matthews said. "I know teachers use the chicken soup books in the classroom. Kids can connect with the stories and they start discussions."

Mirror photo/JILL KITCHENER

Janet Matthews, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul,

books speaks to students at St. Joseph's Catholic School last Friday.




Speaker keeps history alive Black History Month STAVROULA MEDITSKOS Etobicoke Guardian Feb. 13, 2004

History never dies. That's what Bryan Walls wants today's youth to know as they write tomorrow's history. The author and lecturer took his message to students of Our Lady of Victory Catholic School Tuesday morning in a speech about the Underground Railroad - part of Black History Month events at the school. "History has a way of coming back to us," Walls told a gymnasium full of Grades 7, 8 and special needs students. "A lot of the problems we have today are from problems we had during the days of slavery. 9/11 happened because of great hate in the world that stemmed from history," he said. Walls is the great-grandson of John Freeman Walls, a slave from North Carolina who escaped to Canada via the Underground Railroad, which was started in 1804 in Columbia, Penn. by Quaker abolitionist Levi Coffin.

When Walls reached Canada in 1846, he and his wife Jane King Walls built a log cabin in Puce, Ont., which was used as one of the railroad's terminals. The terminal was designated a historic site and is now a museum in Puce, near the Windsor-Detroit border.

A dentist by trade, Bryan Walls is also the author of The Road That Led to Somewhere, an epic about his family's journey that is being made into a Broadway play and movie. He also lectures on race relations for new recruits on Toronto's Police Service.

In his speech, Walls talked about slavery's effects on black people while drawing on his own personal experiences. "Every society has gone through trials and tribulations, even slavery; but those slaves who came from Africa were treated, in the minds of the people holding them, like they weren't human. For 400 years, people thought blacks couldn't do regular things or be doctors or lawyers," he said. "Even today, I have to keep reminding people that I am like everyone else," he said.

Walls reminded students that as tomorrow's leaders, the actions they take today will determine the future, much like how his family's actions helped improve the plight of black people in Canada. "Mutual respect isn't just love, it's the first step toward reconciliation between people of different races and faiths," he said.

"The Underground Railroad was the first great freedom movement of the Americas. It was the first time people from different races and faiths worked together for harmony and justice," he said.

Walls urged students to be good citizens and praised Canada for its record on human rights and freedoms. "Canada may still have many challenges in terms of race relations, but based on my family's experiences - and they've been here for eight generations - there is no better country to live in than Canada," he said.

Principal Lillian Kurnik said the school was touched by Walls's story. "Every now and then we meet people who leave a mark on our lives, who we admire for their work. Dr. Walls, you are one of those people," said Kurnik as she presented Walls with a plaque from the school and community.

Grade 8 student Ellis Lewis said the speech enlightened him about the struggles of black people and the contributions they made to society. Fellow classmate Kyle Williams agreed. "Certain cultures weren't respected at times, but people need to see that we're all the same, that black people were no different than others," he said.

"Black History Month is Canada's history and we're learning how helpful black people were and what they did to help the country."

Guardian photo/STAVROULA MEDITSKOS

Teachers and students gather with speaker Bryan Walls, seated second

from left, at his talk on the Underground Railroad delivered Tuesday at Our Lady of Victory

Catholic School.




Abbey students cash in during stock challenge Feb. 6, 2004 Mirror/Guardian A team of students at North York's Loretto Abbey Catholic Secondary School outbid, outsold and otherwise outperformed teams from a number of other Toronto-area high schools at a special Stock Market Challenge event last week. The event provided students with an opportunity to learn about the equities market and actually engage in some mock trading to help them learn the ins and outs of the stock world.

$886,511

The winning team, which consisted of Loretto Abbey students Daphne Chan, Iris Chau, Paula Chrobak and Emma Sako, finished with a mock portfolio valued at $886,511, up roughly 77 per cent from the $500,000 imaginary fund with which they started the event.

"The Stock Market Challenge gave us a hands-on opportunity to learn how the equities market operates and how to invest in and trade on the stock market," Chan said.

WORLD TRADERS

The team was given pointers by a pair of CIBC world traders, who advised the participants on how to invest and diversify their portfolio to increase the odds of getting a good return.

The Stock Market Challenge was organized by Junior Achievement, which encourages students to learn about and participate in entrepreneurial, creative and business-world activities.




School aims for OFSAA berth VOLLEYBALL SAM LASKARIS Feb. 11, 2004 Etobicoke Guardian Fielding a youthful lineup this season has not led to growing pains for the Michael Power/St. Joseph senior girls' volleyball squad. In fact, the Etobicoke-based club was expected to finish atop the standings in the nine-team West Division of its Toronto Catholic schools league.

Michael Power/St. Joseph was in first place in its division with a 6-1 mark as it headed into its final match of the regular season.

The local side was scheduled to play against Bishop Marrocco yesterday (Tuesday), a contest held after The Guardian's press deadline.

Michael Power/St. Joseph entered that match as a huge favourite since Bishop Marrocco had failed to win any of its seven previous matches.

Regardless of the outcome of that game, Michael Power/St. Joseph will be considered one of the favourites to win the league title when the playoffs begin next week.

"They're doing amazing," said Michael Power/St. Joseph coach Jeannine Froude.

The club's roster includes 15 players. And Froude, who is in her first season of coaching the team, believes about a half dozen of them are still eligible to compete in the junior ranks.

In fact, four out of the club's six starters are juniors. They include Grade 9 twins Kristen and Nicole Kost as well as Grade 10 students Sarah Medri and Alana Battitston.

The club's other starters are Laura Holland, who is in Grade 11, and Jen Lunardo, a Grade 12 student.

"The girls are a really good bunch," Froude said. "We practice four times a week and they all show up. They're very dedicated and committed."

It's no secret what the Michael Power/St. Joseph squad is shooting for this season. "We're hoping to get to OFSAA, knock on wood," Froude said.

The local school is hoping to compete at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Association's AAAA tournament. That event is scheduled for March 10 and 11 in Kitchener.

In order to qualify for the provincials, Michael Power/St. Joseph would have to win its own league playoffs.

Failing that, the club could also earn an OFSAA berth by being the highest finishing AAAA school in the local playoffs. OFSAA will also stage A, AA and AAA tournaments this season. The local league is allowed to send a representative to provincial championships in each of the categories.




Falcons eye OFSAA berth SAM LASKARIS Scarborough Mirror Feb. 11, 2004 Coach Ainsworth is hoping to lead the Francis Libermann Falcons to another appearance at the provincial high school senior girls' volleyball championships. But this year it is Mark Ainsworth and not his wife, Syliva, who's guiding the Scarborough-based club.

Sylvia handled the seniors coaching duties for the Falcons last season while Mark was in charge of the Libermann junior girls' squad. The couple have flip-flopped duties this season.

The senior Falcons advanced to the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) AAA tournament in Chatham last winter.

Though they did not win a medal, the Falcons did return home with the Good Spirit Award.

So far this season, the club is proving it just might have what it takes to qualify for OFSAA again and possibly even win a medal if it does compete in the provincial championships.

Libermann was sporting a perfect 7-0 record in the East Division of its Toronto Catholic schools league as it headed into its final regular season outing yesterday (Tuesday) against Jean Vanier (after The Scarborough Mirror's press deadline).

Mark Ainsworth is not surprised at how well the senior Falcons are faring thus far.

"It's a pretty good team," he said. "And they're really big compared to others."

The Falcons roster includes six-footer Paria Pishva. Though the Grade 12 student had only previously represented her school in track and field competitions, she was finally convinced to suit up for the Francis Libermann basketball team earlier this season.

That experience went well and Pishva then decided to also suit up for the volleyball squad.

"She's just progressed so well," Ainsworth said, adding Pishva has earned herself a starting role.

The Falcons roster also includes Cheryl Cobbina, who plans on following in the footsteps of her successful athletic siblings.

Cobbina's sister Jennifer is on a track and field scholarship at Indiana University while her brother Chris is on a basketball scholarship at Ohio Valley, a Division II school. Cobbina is hoping to land a volleyball scholarship from an American university.

The club's 12-player roster includes four individuals who also represented the school at OFSAA a year ago.

The Falcons are hoping to qualify for OFSAA's AAA event, scheduled for March 10 and 11 in Newmarket.

Ainsworth believes Francis Libermann was content simply participating at the provincials a year ago. And he thinks the Falcons will set their goals higher should they advance to the Ontario championships again this season.

"I think they'll be going there with the intention of getting a medal," he said.




Time is now for Blues: coach Bowled over SAM LASKARIS More from this authorFeb. 11, 2004 They're sitting in the middle of the pack, but the coach of the Senator O'Connor Blues believes volleyball success is still a strong possibility. Lorraine Kelly said the school's senior girls team has a large advantage thanks to a veteran-laden roster.

"We don't have any fifth-year players but we do have five Grade 12 players," Kelly said.

The Blues won three out of their first six matches this season.

With its 3-3 record, Senator O'Connor was tied for fourth place with two other clubs in the nine-team East Division of the Toronto Catholic schools league.

Mother Teresa and Cardinal Newman also had identical 3-3 records. Senator O'Connor, which could not finish higher than fourth in its divisional standings, was in control of its own destiny.

That's because the Blues were scheduled to play Mother Teresa and Cardinal Newman in their final two regular season matchups.

Senator O'Connor was scheduled to play Mother Teresa yesterday (Tuesday), after The Mirror's press deadline. The Blues will battle Cardinal Newman today.

The top five finishers in the East Division advance to the league's A playoffs. Squads that place sixth through ninth are relegated to the league's B-category playoffs. The Blues this season have been led by power hitter Natalie Tam and middle blocker Clarissa Ponce.

Kelly believes her squad will finish among the top five in its division and go on to enjoy some playoff success.

"I'm confident in my girls," she said. "If they play to their abilities, I think they can beat some of the higher seeds."




Let us remember in prayer the souls of the deceased members of the TCDSB community and their loved ones, particularly the following who have died

recently... for these we pray:

May the angels lead them into paradise. May the martyrs come to welcome them into the

new and eternal Jerusalem. The holy sacrifice of the Mass will

be offered for their souls. May they rest in peace.

MEMORIALS

Helen Brochu retired Secretary at St. Elizabeth Catholic School

Donald Macdonell father of Stephen Macdonell, Teacher at

Madonna Cathoalic Secondary School Antoinette Maude Tacoma mother of Anthony Tacoma, Principal at

St. Joseph Catholic School Jessie Wyslobicky mother of Mike Wyslobicky, Vice-Principal at

Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School




BIRTHS AND ADOPTIONS

Lucas Lawrence De Mello born December 22, 2003. Son of

Daniela Tomei, Teacher at St. Andrew Catholic School

and Lawrence De Mello

Sara Michaela White born February 3, 2004. Daughter of

Michael White, Teacher at Holy Angels Catholic School

and Frances White

Giuseppe Carito born February 6, 2004. Son of

Anna Carito, Teacher at St. Nicholas of Bari Catholic School

and Frank Carito

Blessed are you, Creator God,giver of life and the source of joy.

Bless these parents of our TCDSBcommunity 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.




Dare to Dream of Peace: Becoming A

Peacemaker

Imagine a world of peace and imagine the joy in your heart of living in such a world. It is possible. This workshop explores the longing for peace in our lives and discusses what is means to live a life committed to peace

– to being a peacemaker.

Session OnePeacemaking is an act of love and brings healing to the places of

brokenness in our own lives, in our relationship with others, and with the world. In this session you are invited to dream of peace and imagine what peace would feel like in your life, in your relationships and in the world.

Session Two

We are all peacemakers. In this session you will be invited to explore love’s call to be a peacemaker and explore ways of sharing in the works of

peace.

Where: The Hannon-Shields Centre for Leadership and Peace When: Tues March 2nd and Tues March 9th

Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm Cost: $40.00

Workshop facilitated by Paige Souter, M.A., Peacemaker

The Hannon-Shields Centre for Leadership and Peace 305 Dawes Road, Toronto, ON M4B 2E2

Tel. 416-755-2131 Fax 416-755-4086

Email: [email protected]

Please pre-register.

The Hannon-Shields Centre for Leadership and Peace is a centre of compassion and peace for persons, communities and the earth.

Registered charitable number 89105 6897 RR0001




The Academic IT Department is offering two ½ day training sessions for secondary teachers on Markbook.

Please use Code 85 if you call for a Supply Teacher.

Location: former Our Lady of Mount Carmel 270 Cherokee Boulevard

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2004 Session 1: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Session 2: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

To Register, please click on this link from any networked computer http://resprod01/registration/The in-service is listed under “Computers”




RETIREMENT PLANNINGRETIREMENT PLANNINGRETIREMENT PLANNINGRETIREMENT PLANNING A SIX PART SERIES

for TEACHERS, PRINCIPALS AND SUPPORT STAFFTEACHERS, PRINCIPALS AND SUPPORT STAFFTEACHERS, PRINCIPALS AND SUPPORT STAFFTEACHERS, PRINCIPALS AND SUPPORT STAFF

THURSDAYS from 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. March 25, April 1, 15, 22, 29 & May 6, 2004

Catholic Teachers’ Centre, 3rd Floor, CEC, 80 Sheppard Ave. East

TOPICS:TOPICS:TOPICS:TOPICS: • Financial Planning; sources of income, investment management, RRSP, RRIF’s, annuities,

investing for income, inflation protection, dividends, estate preservation, choosing a financial planner/advisor

• Retirement Lifestyles: challenges of retirement, physiological and psychological aspects of aging • Ontario Teacher’s and OMERS Pension Plans: understanding benefits and options • Board Benefits, Severance Gratuities (Sick Leave) • Life Insurance Options at Retirement • Canada Pension Plan and Government Benefits • Legal Issues and Estate Planning: wills, probate, role of the estate trustee, Family Law Act

implications, power of attorney for personal care, power of attorney for property • Volunteer Rules: Community and Collegial Organizations for example, RTO/ERO • Becoming an Entrepreneur, Starting a Business, Employment Opportunities

Each program segment is presented by a person who is an expert in his/her field. Program presented by International Education Services, which has presented similar programs for more than ten years. Program Facilitators: Ben Lindberg (City of York) and Bill Tajer (TCDSB) retired superintendents of education

Registration Fee: $100.00 Payable to: TCDSB Retirement Seminar, Spring 2004 =======================================================================================

REGISTRATION FORM – SPRING 2004 SERIES

NAME:

SCHOOL: WORK #:

HOME #: REGISTRATION FEE ENCLOSED: Yes No

PLEASE CONFIRM REGISTRATION & PAYMENT BY FRIDAY MARCH 12, 2004

Send Registration Form to

Silvana Dippolito, Benefits Department, CEC, 80 Sheppard Ave E. (416) 222-8282 extension 2324




PLEASE POST AND GIVE COPY TO OECTA REPRESENTATIVE

APPLICATIONS FOR POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY

(Specific Reference: Secondary School Teachers’ Collective Agreement - Article 12.08)

Applications are invited for the Positions of Responsibility based on the criteria listed.

Position(s) will be effective September, 2004, pending approval of the Department Head Model for the 2004-2005 school year.

POSITION

SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Major Department Head - Mathematics Bishop Allen Academy Sue Sillery

Criteria for interview are as follows:

� Certificate of Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers showing specialist or honour specialist qualifications held at the time of application in the subject area for which application is being made. (At the time of application, candidates who have successfully completed the specialist or honour specialist qualification, not yet recorded on their Certificate of Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers, will be considered).

� Minimum of five (5) years of qualified successful teaching experience as of September 1, 2004

including three (3) years in a secondary school.

Qualified applicants should apply directly to the principal of the school listed on the chart above by NO LATER THAN Friday February 27, 2004.




Applications are Invited for Secondments to the

Ontario Science Centre Science School

1 Teacher - 4U Chemistry 1 Teacher - 4U Biology

OR 1 Teacher 4U Chemistry and 4U Biology

For 22 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 25, 2004 – June 30, 2005 Qualifications and Requirements: • A degree in Biology or Chemistry 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 and/or OAC Chemistry or Biology • Outstanding creativity, competence and innovation combined with the ability to challenge, motivate and inspire

talented students through an experiential program • 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 Chemistry and/or 4U Biology course(s) • To deliver Ontario Science Centre school programs for visiting groups of 20-400 students and their teachers

(K-OAC) 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:

Jacquie Wallace, Superintendent of Human Resources Fax (416) 512-4987 by Tuesday March 9, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.

Candidate’s resumes will be forwarded to school superintendent for their recommendation before forwarding to Science Centre.

Please note for further information about this position please call Susan Cohen, Deputy Director of Education at 416 696-3198.




Are you interested in providing leadership in your area of expertise? Posting for Additional Qualification Course Instructional Leaders

FALL 2004

The regular program model consists of a series of seminars (approximately 65 hours), complimented by a teacher inquiry project (approximately 60 hours). The teacher inquiry component is conducted by candidates in their own classrooms & supported by the Instructional Leaders. The main goal of this model is to support teachers as they work to improve student learning & classroom practice. The model is grounded in the principles of adult learning; thus it encourages active involvement, teachers talking to teachers, collaboration & mutual support, reflection as a habit of mind, & classroom inquiry. The person chosen as Instructional Leader for this professional development opportunity will:

• Be committed to the Co-operative’s innovative model of teacher professional development. • Actively participate in all professional development sessions provided by the Co-operatives. • Design and deliver a program that will include an exciting blend of theory and practice. • Support candidates in the design of an Inquiry project aimed at the improvement of their practice.

Qualifications & Qualities of Instructional Leaders

• Ontario Teacher’s Certificate or equivalent. • Evidence of reflective practice & commitment to their own ongoing professional growth in the area of

speciality (e.g. Masters Degree, teacher inquiry/research, related Specialist etc.). • Demonstrated awareness of current trends in education (e.g. equity, teacher inquiry, integration of technology

into the curriculum etc.) & adaptability to innovative approaches & new ideas. • Substantial experience as an exemplary teacher & demonstrated commitment to reflective inquiry. • Understanding of principles of adult learning & demonstrated competence in the facilitation of adult learning

for individuals & groups. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively & as a member of a learning team. • Commitment to meeting the needs of classroom teachers in the relevant subject area through a balance of

hands-on & reflective activities.

TEACH AN ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION COURSE




Application Process • Prepare a single page letter of application noting your relevant background for the program as well as your

understanding & commitment to the Cooperative model • In this letter include the following personal information: home address, business address, home & business

telephone numbers, fax number, email address, O.C.T registration number • Specify the program(s) for which you are applying (please list the Program/AQ & Level(s) along with location

quoted on the attached chart) • Attach a current copy of your resume • Provide 2 names along with contact information of references one of whom will be in a supervisory position (e.g.

principal)

Apply in confidence by Friday, March 12, 2004 to your board representative (see attached list).

When all applications are received, members of the individual Professional Development Co-operatives will meet to short list the candidates. All applicants selected by the Co-operative for consideration will be interviewed.

Please note that team applications are encouraged.

Interviews Candidates will be interviewed in the Board that is hosting the AQ applied for. Interviews for short-listed applicants will be held as follows: Peel/Dufferin-Peel: March 29th, 2004 – Dufferin-Peel C.D.S.B., 40 Matheson Blvd. W., Mississauga Durham/Durham Catholic : March 30th , 2004 - Durham D.S.B. , 400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby Halton/Halton Catholic: March 30th, 2004, Halton D.S.B. – J. W. Singleton Education Centre, 2050 Guelph Line, Burlington York/York Catholic: March 31st, 2004 York Region D.S.B. – 60 Wellington St. W., Aurora Simcoe/Simcoe Catholic: April 1st, 2004, Simcoe Muskoka C.D.S.B., 80 Bellfarm Rd. Barrie Toronto/Toronto Catholic: April 13th & 14th, 2004, Peckham Centre, 85 Peckham Ave. North York

Candidates will be contacted by phone if they have been selected for an interview

Stipend The normal stipend will be $5,500 for the design & delivery of the complete program (Teacher Inquiry/Seminar Series)

Program Combinations Programs may be combined to allow for greater & more varied interaction among teachers in the lower enrolled programs. Instructional Leaders of the combined programs may choose to team teach, in which case the $5500 stipend will be split equally between the Instructional Leaders.

Professional Development Sessions Upon accepting an Instructional position in the York University Co-operatives it is understood that Instructional Leaders & Assistants will attend all scheduled professional development sessions. Instructional Leaders who are being re-appointed will also attend & play an active role.

West Central Co-operative: Monday, April 26th, 2004 from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Dufferin-Peel C.D.S.B., Mississauga

Toronto Co-operative: Tuesday April 27th, 2004 from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. The Peckham Centre, North York

Durham-Simcoe-York Co-operative: Wednesday, April 28th, 2004 from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. York Catholic Education Centre, Aurora

Combined session for all three Co-ops Tuesday, May 11th, 2004 from 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM: 1 Civic Centre Crt. (Burnhamthorpe & Hwy. 427)

Note: If required, financial compensation for supply teacher coverage will be provided.

February 16, 2004SUBJECT: 14-3c



YORK UNIVERSITY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CO-OPERATIVES ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION PROGRAMS FALL 2004

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER POSTING

Please include the code, AQ/level and Location in your covering letter.

CODECODECODECODE AQ/LEVELAQ/LEVELAQ/LEVELAQ/LEVEL LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATION DSY - 1 Childhood Education

Barrie

DSY - 2 Childhood Education York Region

DSY – 3 Childhood Education Oshawa or Ajax

DSY - 4 Guidance – 2 Guidance – 3

Oshawa or Ajax

DSY – 5 Librarianship – 2 Librarianship – 3

Durham Education Office 400 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby (Anderson & Taunton)

DSY – 6 Librarianship - 2 Librarianship – 3

York Region

DSY - 7 Teaching Writing

York Region

DSY - 8 Teaching Writing

Oshawa or Ajax

TO - 1 Associate Teacher

Toronto

TO – 2 Mathematics - 1 Toronto

WC - 1 Drama – 1 Drama – 2 Drama – 3

Mississauga

WC - 2 Physical Education & Health (P/J) – 1 Physical Education & Health (P/J) – 2 Physical Education & Health (P/J) – 3

Mississauga

WC - 3 Reading/Literacy – 2 Reading/Literacy – 3

Mississauga

WC - 4 Special Education – 1 Special Education – 2 Special Education – 3

Mississauga

York University Co-operative Programs run over the Following sessions:

FALL: One week in August (4 full days) & one night a week September to December. Winter: January to Early April INCLUDING four Saturdays. Spring/Summer: April to June PLUS the first week of July.

February 16, 2004SUBJECT: 14-3d



All positions are open to employees of the boards that are members of York University Professional Development Co-operatives. Please submit your resume to the representative of your board listed below:

Durham District School BoardJacqui Steer, Co-ordinator, Staff Development, 400 Taunton Road, East, Whitby, Ontario, L1R 2K6 Durham Catholic District School BoardGerry O’Reilly, Principal, St. Joseph’s Catholic School, 1037 Simcoe St. N.,Oshawa Ontario, L1G 4W3 Simcoe District School BoardKathy Soule, Superintendent of Education, Highway 26 West, Midhurst, Ont. L0L 1X0

Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School BoardGabrielle O’Reilly, Curriculum Co-ordinator, 46 Alliance Boulevard, Barrie, Ontario L4M 5K3

York Region District School BoardKyn Barker, Curriculum Co-ordinator, 60 Wellington Street W., P.O. Box 40, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 3H2 York Catholic District School BoardPatricia Preston, Superintendent of Curriculum, 320 Bloomington Rd. W. Aurora, Ont. L4G 3G8

Toronto District School Board(East) Bill Nimigon, Central Co-ordinating Principal, School Services Elementary Program, 1Civic Centre Crt., 1st Floor, Toronto, Ontario M9C 2B3

(West) Denise Overall, Co-ordinator, Staff Development, East TDSB, Highbrook Centre, 39 Highbrook Dr., Scarborough, M1P 3L2

Toronto Catholic District School BoardJack Quigley, Co-ordinator of Staff Devlopment, 80 Sheppard Ave. E., Toronto, Ont. M2N 6E8 Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School BoardSharon Casey, Staff Development Consultant, 40 Matheson Boulevard West, Mississauga, Ontario, L5R 1C5

Peel District School BoardSharon Totafurno, V-Principal, Edenwood Middle School, 6770 Edenwood Dr., Mississauga, L5N 3B2 Halton District School Board Susan Orchard, Co-ordinator: Head of Program, Staff Development, J. W. Singleton Education Center, Box 5005, 2050 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 3Z2

Halton Catholic District School BoardJoanne Folville, 802 Drury Lane, Box 5308, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 3Y2




REVISED POSTING

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: One (1) Full-time Permanent Position

Applications are invited for the position of a full time Community Relations Officer beginning immediately. 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 � Early Childhood Education Diploma � 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 2004-01 BY FEBRUARY 20, 2004 TO:

Amy Gatto Supervisor,

Human Resources Department, Catholic Education Centre FAX: (416) 512-3044




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

CYW2003-52 Child and Youth Worker St. Jerome CYW2003-53 Child and Youth Worker Holy Family

Please note: Employees who are in their final year in attaining their CYW diploma are eligible to bid on the above postings. It is imperative that you attach proof of your attending the course, and that you are in your final year, to the bid form. Employees who are awarded a CYW position who are in their final year of the CYW diploma course, must provide proof of successful completion of the course in order to remain in the CYW position. If this requirement is not met, the employee will not be eligible to remain in the CYW position and will be contacted by Human Resources. Please note:

CYW2003-10 - cancelled reposted - CYW2003-52 CYW2003-44 - cancelled reposted - CYW2003-53

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 24, 2004.







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






EA2003-333 Education Assistant Father Henry Carr Successful candidate should have experience at the secondary level & be able to work with learning disabilities & behaviour identification students. Must be able to work cooperatively as part of a team.

EA2003-334 Education Assistant St. Lawrence Experience with Autistic/ME/DD students, Physical Restraint Training, lifting & toileting required.

EA2003-335 Education Assistant St. Bruno This is a 50% position (AM) EA2003-336 Education Assistant John XXIII This is a 50% position (PM) EA2003-337 Education Assistant St. John Vianney Experience with visually impaired students.

Please note: EA2003-190 cancelled - Reposted – EA2003-333 EA2003-262 cancelled - Reposted – EA2003-334 EA2003-295 cancelled - Reposted - EA2003-336 EA2003-299 cancelled - Reposted - EA2003-337

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 24, 2004.







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






IA2003-02 Instructional Assistant Mary Ward Candidate will be working in the Family Studies Dept. with responsibilities in the sewing & few labs and additional duties throughout the school as the need arises. Experience working with secondary school students, familiarity with curriculum, particularly in the area of Family Studies & computer skills are preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively & flexibility also a necessity.

PLEASE NOTE FOR THIS POSTING ONLY, RESUMES SHOULD BE FORWARDED DIRECTLY TO THE PRINCIPAL BY NO LATER THAN FEBRUARY 24, 2004.




PLEASE POST ON STAFF BULLETIN BOARD

CUPE LOCAL 1328 POSTINGS

POSTING NO. POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGE # 45 – 2004

Secretary Senhor Santo Cristo Catholic School Grade 5 $613.17 to $712.32

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent • Two (2) years 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, LOATION AREA AND POSITION MUST REACH LINDA MOYNAGH, SUPERVISOR, SUPPORT STAFF, HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT,CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTRE, 80 SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, TORONTO, ONTARIO BY NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2004.

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






POSTING NO. POSITION SCHOOL Grade 5 #46-2004 Secretary Don Bosco Catholic Secondary School $613.17

to $712.32

QUALIFICATIONS: • Two (2) year college diploma or equivalent • Two (2) years related Secretarial experience • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate level) • Minimum 50 wpm typing and word processing/computer experience required. • Must have good interpersonal skills in relating to pupils and parents. • Ability to work independently. DUTIES: School Secretaries are engaged to assist the Principal of the school in the performance of office duties as directed by the Principal and/or Head Secretary where applicable. Duties may include registration; attendance or guidance office procedures; correspondence and front desk functions. THIS IS AN 11-MONTH POSITION PLEASE NOTE REVISED BIDDING PROCESS – Bid sheet only required at this time. One bid sheet for every posting must be submitted. A copy for your convenience has been attached. BID SHEET REFERRING TO POSTING NUMBER, LOATION 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 24, 2004.


SUBJECT: 14-10

CUPE LOCAL 1328 AWARDS

#3-04 – S. Borghese






POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGEPosting # 47-2004 Clerk Typist 20%

St. Philip Neri Catholic School Grade 4 $535.23 to $632.14

PLEASE NOTE: This a 10-month position

QUALIFICATIONS: • Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent • Keyboarding skills of 45 wpm. • One year of elated experience • Effective telephone manner • Knowledge of computers an asset DUTIES: To provide clerical and stenographic assistance in carrying out the duties of the office. 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, LOATION 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 24, 2004.


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POSITION SCHOOL SALARY RANGEPosting # 48-2004 Clerk Typist 20%

St. Lawrence Catholic School Grade 4 $535.23 to $632.14

PLEASE NOTE: This a 10-month position

QUALIFICATIONS: • Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent • Keyboarding skills 45 wpm. • One year related experience • Effective telephone manner • Knowledge of computers an asset

DUTIES: To provide clerical and stenographic assistance in carrying out the duties of the office.

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, LOATION 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 24, 2004.





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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT The Metropolitan Toronto Catholic Education Foundation (MTCEF) is the charitable organization of the employees, trustees, parents and community representatives of the Toronto Catholic District School Board. It provides financial support to students and school communities so that all students will have the opportunity to benefit from social, educational, recreational, nutritional and artistic programs. Working under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Executive Assistant’s major responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Promoting the Foundation • Liaising with donors to MTCEF • Recording secretary for Board meetings • Working with the various committees of the Foundation • Administering general office routines • Managing files, records and databases • Coordination of funding to the nutrition programs • In conjunction with the Treasurer, MTCEF, assist in the preparation of financial reports • Preparing statistical reports and other communications as required • Representing the Foundation at meetings as required • Other duties as required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Prior employment experience with TCDSB • Experience with organization(s) affiliated with TCDSB • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills, both oral and written • Ability to manage a multitude of priorities and tasks • Ability to keep strict confidence

This is a part-time position with flexible hours (the equivalent of 2.5 or 3 days per week). It is a one-year term position with a renewable option. Further inquiries regarding this position may be directed to Robert Gutcher 416 222-8282, ext. 2195 Please forward covering letter and resume by Friday, February 27, 2004 to:

Robert Gutcher, Executive Director Metropolitan Toronto Catholic Education Foundation

80 Sheppard Avenue East, North York, Ontario M2N 6E8 or e-mail to: [email protected]

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